j'ai contacté une agence de voyage pour me préparer un séjour au Brésil avec comme impératif la visite de Casa de Jean de Dieu à Abadia... voici ce que ça donne, qu'en pensez vous?
RIO jour 1
JOURNÉE : Accueil à Rio et transfert à l´hôtel (Transfert privé sans guide).
Installation dans la chambre à partir de 14h.
DÉJEUNER : Libre.
DÎNER : Libre.
Nuit à l´hôtel. HOTEL AUGUSTO´S COPACABANA HOTEL
Situé dans le quartier de Copacabana, cet hôtel construit en 1998 possède 202 chambres équipées de tout le confort moderne. L´hôtel possède également un restaurant, un bar, un sauna et une petite piscine au dernier étage de l´hôtel.
Rua Rua Bolivar, 119 - Copacabana
Site : www.augustoshotel.com.br
RIO JOUR 2
PETIT-DÉJEUNER: Hôtel.
MATIN : Visite du Corcovado. Le Corcovado est le nom de la montagne où se trouve le Christ Rédempteur à 710 mètres de haut, dominant de ses bras ouvert la ville de Rio et sa superbe baie. La montée se fait en train à crémaillère à travers la forêt de Tijuca, la plus grande forêt urbaine au monde et au sommet une superbe vue s´offre à vous.
Visite de la forêt de Tijuca en Jeep. La forêt de Tijuca est la plus grande forêt urbaine du monde. Entretenue et préservée dès l´époque impériale portugaise, elle est aujourd´hui d´une importance vitale pour la ville de Rio. Durant cette promenade vous pourrez observer la grande richesse de la flore et de la faune de cet îlot de silence au milieu de la ville. Plusieurs arrêts sont prévus à des cascades et à différents points de vue panoramiques.
DÉJEUNER : Restaurant en cours de visite.
APRÈS-MIDI : Visite du Pain de Sucre pour observer un magnifique panorama sur Rio et sa baie.
La montée au Pain de Sucre se fait en deux étapes par un téléphérique reliant les deux montagnes qui forment le Pain de Sucre. Le premier téléphérique vous amène jusqu´au Morro da Urca (220 mètres) et le deuxième au Pain de Sucre à 396 mètres.
Départ pour la visite du Jardin botanique. Crée sur ordre du prince régent Dom Joao VI, le jardin botanique réunit plus de 8000 variétés de plantes du Brésil et du monde sur 141 hectares. Calme et très agréable, ce jardin est idéal pour découvrir la flore brésilienne. A ne pas manquer : la superbe rangée de palmiers plantés pour l´inauguration du Jardin, la section Amazonie et la superbe serre d´orchidées
Visite régulière qui fonctionne les lundis, mercredis et vendredis.
DÎNER : Libre.
Nuit à l´hôtel.
JOUR 3
PETIT-DÉJEUNER: Hôtel.
MATIN : Tour panoramique et santa teresa en jeep.
Tour panoramique de la ville de Rio en Jeep en passant notamment devant les plages de Botafogo et Flamengo pour vous rendre dans le centre de Rio. Tour panoramique devant les principaux points du centre : cathédrale, avenue Antonio Carlos, Paço Imperial, Eglise de la Candelaria, Avenue Presidente Vargas, Sambodrome, Maracana.
Continuation en Jeep pour la visite de Santa Teresa, petite colline isolée en plein coeur du centre de Rio et qui a su garder son âme de quartier. Il existe dans ce quartier pittoresque de nombreux vestiges de l´architecture coloniale.
Ce tour est confirmé s´il y a un minimum de 2 participants (départs à 9h et 14h).
De Mai à fin Septembre, ce tour ne fonctionne que le matin (minimum 2 personne). Pour qu´il fonctionne l´après-midi, il faut un minimum de 5 personnes)
DÉJEUNER : Libre.
DÎNER : Libre.
Nuit à l´hôtel.
PETIT-DÉJEUNER: Hôtel.
MATIN : Départ en direction de Paraty (départs à heure fixe à 8h30/12h30) Transfert régulier avec chauffeur. (environ 04h de trajet)
DÉJEUNER : Libre.
APRÈS-MIDI : Installation dans la chambre à 14h.
DÎNER : Libre.
Nuit à l´hôtel.
POUSADA DO PRINCIPE
Située dans le centre de Paraty, cette pousada de 1992 possède 34 chambres avec air conditionné, téléphone, télévision, frigo bar et coffre individuel.
La pousada possède également une grande piscine avec de beaux jardins
Avenida Roberto Silveira, 69 – Centro
Site : www.pousadadoprincipe.com.br
JOUR 6 - PARATY
PETIT-DÉJEUNER: Hôtel.
MATIN : Croisière privée dans la baie de Paraty.
La baie de Paraty compte 65 îles et des centaines de plages aux eaux vertes cristallines. Durant cette croisière en goélette traditionnelle, nous vous proposons de découvrir quelques unes de ces merveilles. Plusieurs arrêts baignades sont prévus en cours de croisière.
DÉJEUNER : Déjeuner à Bord.
APRÈS-MIDI : Retour à Paraty dans l´après-midi.
DÎNER : Libre.
Nuit à l´hôtel
PETIT-DÉJEUNER: Hôtel.
MATIN : Transfert en direction de Rio de Janeiro (Environ 04h00 de trajet- départ à 8h30) – Transfert régulier avec chauffeur.
DÉJEUNER : Libre.
APRÈS-MIDI : Accueil à Brasilia et transfert à l´hôtel. Installation dans la chambre à partir de 14h.
DÎNER : Libre.
Nuit à l´hôtel.
HOTEL ST PAUL PLAZA BRASILIA
Situé dans le quartier Hôtelier Sud, cet hôtel de 3* normes locales et construit en 1983 dispose de 271 chambres. Toutes les chambres sont équipées d´air conditionné, téléphone, télévision à câble, coffre individuel et salle de bain. L´hôtel possède une piscine, un restaurant et un bar.
Setor Hoteleiro Sul – Qd 2 – Bl H - Brasilia Site : www.plazabrasilia.com.br
JOUR 9 - BRAZILIA-ABADIANA
PETIT-DÉJEUNER: Hôtel.
JOURNÉE : Journée consacrée à la visite de la ville.
- Eglise Notre Dame de Fatima : 1ère église construite à Brasilia en 1958 possédant des céramiques de Athos Bulcão.
- Sanctuaire de Dom Bosco qui étonne par son grand espace interne sans colonne avec ses 80 vitraux bleus
- La tour de télévision
- Le Palais de Buriti qui abrite le pouvoir Exécutif et Judiciaire.
- Le mémorial de Jucelino Kubitschek, ancien président de la république et fondateur de la ville.
- Cathédrale métropolitaine
- Axe monumental de Ministères.
- Palais de l´Itamaraty. Ce palais qui abrite le Ministère des Affaires Étrangères est une véritable galerie d´art.
- La Place des Trois Pouvoirs
- Le Palais de l´Alvorada. Projeté en 1957 pour être la résidence des Présidents de la République, ce palais est tenu comme un des chefs d´oeuvre de Niemeyer.
DÉJEUNER : Libre.
En fin de journée transfert avec chauffeur à Abadiana (126km) soit environ 02h00 de route.
DÎNER : hôtel
Nuit à l’hôtel
HOTEL FAZENDA RR
Situé à environ 02km de la maison de Joao de Deus, cet hôtel confortable offre un havre de paix au milieu de la nature.
Agréable piscine au milieu d’un jardin tropical. Chambre double avec 2 lits, ventilateur au plafond, salle de bain privé.
Fazenda Curralin dos Lapes, BR-060. 1,5KM de Abadiânia - Goiás, CEP: 72940-000 a 100m depois do Jerivá direção Brasília Goiânia.
Site web: http://www.hotelfazendarr.com
JOUR 10 A 16 ABADIA
Séjour à l’hôtel FAZENDA RR : en chambre double de catégorie standard
Pension complète : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner (hors boissons)
Le Jour 16 : Transfert Retour Abadiania / Brasilia pour vol domestique à destination de Rio de Janeiro puis vol international à destination de Paris
CE S2JOUR DE 15 JOURS EST DE 2575 EUROS PAR PERSONNES ET ON EST 2 FILLES... est ce cher comme prestations?
Je trouve votre itinéraire plutôt sympa et bien ficelé compte tenu de votre impératif à devoir aller à Brasilia.
Les visites sont intéressantes, incontournables pour celles de Rio et vos journées sont bien organisées.
Les hôtels ont l’air d’être très convenables et bien situés.
Pour le prix et bien personnellement je le trouve très correct pour un voyage organisé avec tout ce que vous allez faire, la durée de votre voyage et toutes les prestations du circuit.
Le Brésil ça coute cher ce n’est pas une destination bon marché.
Vu que c’est un voyage organisé vous ne risquez rien pour votre sécurité à voyager entre filles.
Bon voyage à vous !
Moi je trouve que c'est pas trop cher car normalement les voyages organisés c'est pas donné.
Je ne connais pas Brasilia et les alentours alors je ne peux pas dire si c'est bien ou pas.
Par contre Paraty c'est une chouette ville et il y a de belles promenades à faire.
Les visites ont l'air d'être bien et les hôtels aussi.
Après pour les hotels ca dépend de votre budget vous pouvez toujours avoir mieux.
et puis Rio c'est une ville magnifique et super sympa à découvrir.
Après vous pouvez aussi aller à Salvador, Iguassu etc mais ca dépend encore de votre budget et si vous avez du temps parce que 15 jours ca fait pas beaucoup de jours si vous devez aussi aller a Brasilia.
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Hi,
My wife and I are heading to Brazil from November 6th to December 2nd. We’ll be stopping in São Paulo, Paraty, Ilha Grande, Rio, and Salvador de Bahia.
Could you recommend some nice, non-luxury places to stay in each of these spots?
Also, any suggestions for places to visit would be great.
Thanks in advance for your help!
Marc
Hi there.
I already posted a message asking for advice about our upcoming trip to Chile.
Details: Getting around by bus or train.
Starting from Valparaiso, heading north, passing through cities and places to visit, then returning to Santiago via a different route.
Avoid the beaches...
Thanks
Hello,
my wife and I will be in Cusco for a week in March 2027.
I’d like to organize the visit to the site on our own, combining the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
We’d leave Cusco on Day 1 to arrive at the site in the morning, then stay in Aguas Calientes or Ollantaytambo, and on Day 2 return to Cusco while visiting the Sacred Valley.
Is this doable?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone,
We’re planning 40 days in Uruguay and Argentina in February and March, trying to avoid as much rain as possible.
We’re thinking of starting in Buenos Aires, then heading to Bariloche, and from there flying to Córdoba, Mendoza, or Salta. Maybe by bus or renting a car to explore each region.
Do you have any suggestions or tips for us? We love picturesque, historic cities and landscapes. As seasoned travelers, we’re used to planning our trips ourselves.
Thanks in advance!
Hello,
We’re spending 3 weeks in Rio between February 20 and March 15, 2027, to visit our son and daughter-in-law. We’re thinking of one or two "escapes" from Rio—3-day trips to get away from the city (so not too far, max 3–4 hours by car or bus). We’re all ears for suggestions! We love beautiful nature and authentic experiences, not so much the touristy spots... even though those spots are often in beautiful places, we’d rather avoid them.
Thanks for your insights!
Catherine
Hello,
we’re arriving in Fortaleza on February 14, 2027, and planning to rent a car to drive to João Pessoa in two stages. We’ll leave from there on the 20th or 21st to head to Rio. Our questions:
- Which stop between Fortaleza and João Pessoa would be the most enjoyable?
- How long does it take to drive from Fortaleza to João Pessoa?
- Are there any easy hikes (no guide needed) around João Pessoa?
Thanks for all your replies—I’m hoping for lots!
Catherine
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip with my partner (no kids this time—thanks, Grandma!) for two weeks to celebrate her 40th birthday. I’ve been thinking about Chile. We’re looking at leaving around September 18, 2027, starting in the south and returning in early April.
Here’s what I had in mind:
8 nights in a van in the Lake District and the start of the Carretera Austral (up to the Chaitén area). We’re set to arrive in Puerto Montt around 2:00 PM. We don’t want to go too far south since we’re planning to explore the heart of Patagonia (Chile and Argentina) with the kids when they’re older. The idea is to spend 3 nights discovering the lakes (up to Cochamó) and 3 nights in Pumalín Park. I’ve also added two transition nights.
7 nights in the Atacama to experience another side of Chile (San Pedro), taking a domestic flight from Puerto Montt to Calama in the early afternoon. We’ll depart for France in the early evening from Santiago.
IMPORTANT NOTICE for those planning to take a bus to another city, state, or destination from Salvador!
Starting January 20, 2026, the intercity bus station Rodoviária is changing its address!
The Rodoviária is leaving the Iguatemi area and will now be located in ÁGUAS CLARAS (about twenty kilometers from downtown Salvador).
A brand-new station (the most modern in Brazil) has just been set up there, accessible by car/taxi/Uber/metro.
Allow for much more transfer time (especially during rush hours), so leave early if you're heading to Chapada Diamantina or other Brazilian cities by bus.
Remember, there are also private transfers (even French-speaking ones) that can take you directly from your hotel in Salvador to your hotel in Chapada. Sure, it’ll be more expensive, but you’ll save on transfer time and comfort.
Tropical greetings from Salvador,
@ivanbahiaguide
Loyal member of the French-Speaking Brazil Forums for over 15 years already 😊 🇧🇷
Hello,
We’re thinking of spending 1 month in Chile, maybe doing a loop?
From 12/23 to 01/22.
What are the must-see sights, given we’re more interested in the country’s cultural side than the beaches?
Thanks
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to southern Chile in November. Here's our tentative itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Santiago, then a flight the next day to Balmaceda where we'll pick up a rental car to reach Coyhaique.
Day 3: Walk in the Coyhaique National Reserve, then continue to Puerto Chacabuco. Return to Coyhaique for the second night.
Day 4: Drive to Villa Cerro Castillo for a hike in the national park. Continue to Puerto Tranquilo and stay there for 3 nights.
Day 5: Boat tour on Laguna San Rafael.
Day 6: Day trip to Monte San Valentin Glacier.
Day 7: Excursion to the Marble Chapels, then drive to Puerto Guadal. We'll stay there for 3 nights.
Day 8: Walk along Lago Carrera and return to Puerto Guadal.
Day 9: Rio Baker Valley and, if possible, a glacier excursion.
Day 10: Drive to Cochrane and hike in Tamango National Reserve. We'll stay 2 nights in Cochrane.
Day 11: Walk in the Chacabuco Valley.
Day 12: Drive to Caleta Tortel. We'll stay there for 2 nights.
Day 13: Cruise in the Rio Baker delta.
Day 14: Return to Cochrane.
Day 15: Return to Balmaceda in two stages.
Day 16: Continue the return journey.
Day 17: Return the rental car and head back to Santiago.
After this, we're also planning to explore northern Santiago. I'll post about that part once I have a clearer idea of the route.
What do you think of this itinerary? Is it doable in 17 days?
Thanks in advance for your tips and recommendations.
martine
Hi everyone! So happy to be back on this forum—it’s packed with such useful info! 🙂 My husband and I are planning a 2.5-week self-drive trip to Colombia at the end of the year, including some domestic flights. My first question is: is it possible, easy, and safe to do a road trip in Colombia?
Below is our draft itinerary (with questions at each stop):
29/11: France → Colombia. Overnight in Bogotá.
30/11: Exploring Bogotá: La Candelaria and Montserrate.
01/12: Gold Museum (closed on Mondays). Drive to Zipaquirá (1.5 hrs) to visit the Salt Cathedral. Then drive to Villa de Leyva (3 hrs). Explore the town. Overnight in Villa de Leyva.
02/12: Return to Bogotá via Laguna de Guatavita (5 hrs). Is it worth the detour? Overnight in Bogotá.
03/12: Flight to Pereira. Drive to Salento. Overnight in Salento.
04/12: Cocora Valley (hike among the wax palms) followed by a drive around the area. Are there any waterfalls or other sights nearby?
05/12: Visit a coffee finca—any recommendations? Then explore the surroundings: Filandia, Manizales, waterfalls? Hot springs? Which ones?
06/12: Flight to Medellín.
07/12: Exploring Medellín: Centro, Plaza Botero, Comuna 13. How do you visit Comuna 13? Is it easy to get around Medellín? Metro? Buses?
08/12: Drive to Guatapé (2 hrs). Visit the town, stroll around the lake, then El Peñol. Overnight in Guatapé.
09/12: Return to Medellín.
10/12: Flight to Santa Marta. Drive to a hotel near Tayrona Park.
11/12: Tayrona—El Zaino entrance.
12/12: Tayrona—Palangana entrance, then Bahia Concha and Santa Marta. What do you think?
13/12: Drive to Minca (45 mins). Can we reach the village by car? Pozo Azul and Marinka waterfalls. Overnight in Minca (or back in Tayrona?).
14/12: Drive to Puerto Nao (5 hrs). Stop in Ciénaga on the way + boat tour in Nueva Venecia and/or Buena Vista? Not enough time? Overnight in Puerto Nao.
15/12: Exploring Cartagena: Centro, Getsemaní, the walls + La Boquilla if we have time.
16/12: La Boquilla (is it really worth it?) if we didn’t have time yesterday, then back to the beach.
17/12: Return to France.
So, what do you think? Is this doable, or should we tweak it? Thanks in advance for your invaluable feedback and tips! 🙂
Hi there, I’ll be in Brazil from December 10th to the end of February.
I’ve sketched out a rough itinerary but I’m not sure how to arrange it—considering the climate, year-end holidays, and Carnival.
Basically, I’m thinking of the Amazon, the Northeast coast with Lençóis Maranhenses National Park (but skipping Chapada Diamantina),
Ouro Preto, Paraty, and Ilha Grande—but no Rio visit.
Is this doable in 3 months?
Which direction should I take for this itinerary?
Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone, does anyone know the agency Ventura Travel Agency (not ventura travel)? After lots of research and quotes, it’s the only one offering Uyuni at a reasonable price while meeting all the criteria: transfer to the border, private-room accommodation, and a very fair rate. Other agencies or guides either offer shared rooms, no border transfer, or prices that are way too high. But I’d love to hear some reviews about this agency. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
We're planning a trip to Chile to visit the Atacama Desert and then head toward Putre, Lauca, Salar de Surire, etc.
Which would be the better time to go, April or November?
Is an SUV enough?
Looking forward to your tips!
Hi everyone, French travelers in Chile—what credit cards do you use for your various car rentals in the country? I’m traveling in September and was planning to switch my regular debit card (a VISA PREMIER in deferred debit mode) for the deposit guarantee.
My rentals are with Figal in Punta Arenas, Econautos in Arica, and Chilean Rent a Car in Temuco, and all of them want the deposit on a credit card. For me, deferred debit *should* work, but I’ve read comments saying the opposite.
How’s it actually working on the ground with these rental companies right now? Will a deferred debit card work, or not at all?
In France, banks don’t issue credit cards, right—or am I mistaken?
Hi everyone, is it still possible to travel in Ecuador outside the Amazon region? If so, do you have a reliable agency to recommend? All your recent experiences from the past few months would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much
Hi,
We’re heading to Buenos Aires for 3 days in November and would like to do a guided tour of a few neighborhoods. There are "free" tours, but none in French. Does anyone have a guide to recommend so we can really get to know the city beyond just the architecture?
Thanks
Hi there,
I’m desperately looking for info on the schedules and routes of (shared) boats to visit the islands of Lake Titicaca.
From what I’ve found, there’s a *combi* (bus) that leaves from Puno to go to Llachon. Where do you catch it? What are the schedules and frequency? Does it take about 1 hour?
Then in Llachon, you can take a boat to Amantani (45 min). Same question—where do you check for frequency and schedule?
After that, from Amantani, boats go to Taquile and then Uros. Do you have enough time to visit the islands between two boats? Frequency and schedule?
The goal is to do this tour independently (no agency) over 2 days. Thanks for any tips you might have!
I just got back from a trip to Bolivia and wow—what a wake-up call. It’s not the easiest country, but it’s absolutely stunning.
I started with Isla del Sol, perfect for easing into the altitude at a relaxed pace. Try to stay in the northern part of the island—it’s quieter and the views are insane. And the trout there? Unreal. Quick tip: bring cash in small bills; they almost never have change, and cards are rarely accepted.
Next up, La Paz. The city’s pretty wild, built in every direction. I did a few hikes in the area, including the famous Charquini Lagoon (the blue lake) at over 5,000 m—let’s just say I struggled 😅 but it was so beautiful it was totally worth it.
After that, I headed to Sajama. It’s cool, especially for the hot springs, and I stayed in Tomarapi. But honestly, if you’re short on time, you can skip it without too many regrets.
The highlight of the trip: the Salar. I did it starting from Tupiza, and I *highly* recommend going Tupiza → Uyuni. Way less crowded at the start and the landscapes are super varied. For the tour, I used SplitYourGuide to find a group, and it worked out great. Super handy for splitting costs and meeting people.
I wrapped up in Sucre—this city is gorgeous, all white, with such a chill vibe. And the salteñas + ice cream? Next level 😋
Bottom line: Bolivia’s a bit rough around the edges, sometimes exhausting (shoutout to the altitude), but it’s 1000% worth it.
If you’ve got questions or need tips, I’m happy to help!
Martin
I was planning to go to Réunion and stay in half-board accommodation with non-professionals, but it seems that’s not really the custom there—or maybe my budget isn’t big enough.
So, since I’ve already traveled around Ecuador and Peru, I’m now looking at Argentina, especially for its mountains (like the ones in Réunion that tempted me, even though—frustratingly—I could only admire them from below).
I plan to get around by bus and don’t know in advance where I’ll sleep, so I won’t book ahead. If I like a place, I might stay for several days.
I know that in Chile, it’s easy to find half-board accommodation, but what about in Argentina?
I’d like to stay with locals in half-board without it being a professional setup. I’m not sure if this is common practice there. It’s up to me to find someone willing to host me.
What do you think?
What would be a fair price (keeping in mind that 40 to 50 € is the max I can spend on accommodation, breakfast, and dinner)?
Hi everyone,
We’re heading to Patagonia for three weeks in November, starting from Coyhaique in Chile.
We won’t have a car, and I’m struggling to find information about transportation options for a few parts of the itinerary we’d like to do:
1) From Perito Moreno (the town, near Los Antiguos), we’d like to travel down Ruta 40 to visit Perito Moreno National Park and then cross into Chile via the Paso Roballos (at the latitude of Bajo Caracoles) to reach the road to Cochrane. Without a car, it seems we’ll need to use private agencies to get to the national park—do you have any recommendations or suggestions? Also, does anyone know if it’s possible to cross into Chile via Paso Roballos (from Bajo Caracoles) without a rental car? That is, without having to go all the way down to El Chaltén or back up toward Perito Moreno/Los Antiguos, etc.?
2) The second stretch that seems a bit tricky (though still easier, in theory) is from Caleta Tortel to Villa O’Higgins on the Chilean side. Do we have to go back through Cochrane, or are there ways to get directly from Tortel to Villa O’Higgins?
3) Finally, we’d like to hike into Argentina (El Chaltén) from O’Higgins. Any recommendations for this? Do we need to go through an agency? What’s the estimated duration of the trek?
As you’ve probably gathered, we want to visit some off-the-beaten-path spots but don’t have a car, so we’re looking for the best possible compromises.
Thanks so much in advance for all your suggestions!
Thomas
Hi,
we’re planning a round trip from San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, to Salta, Argentina, in two months. On the way there, we’ll take the northern route via Susques, Route 27, then 52. But for the return, we were thinking of taking the southern route via San Antonio de los Cobres, Route 51, then 23. Is it similar to the northern route in terms of road surface? How busy is it, and are there gas stations? Basically, should we be worried about doing it in an SUV that’s supposedly 4x4 but has regular road tires and no second spare wheel, obviously...
I’ve seen that we can stop over in San Antonio de los Cobres.
Thanks for your feedback.
Raf.
Hi,
we’ll be in Calama at the end of March 2026, and I’m looking for a reliable car rental there for a 7-day road trip to Salta, Argentina. But I’m struggling with the car rental agencies in Calama because the reviews can be scary. I saw Gyg, which has great ratings, but I’m a bit wary (5/5 from 59 reviews—either the guy’s amazing or it’s fake...), but I can’t find any recent reviews on VF in general.
For Punta Arenas, I booked with Dachelet and didn’t have any issues with email exchanges.
Thanks in advance.
Raf.
I’m planning the trip of my dreams for next November—Chile!
I’d love to get your thoughts on my potential itinerary. I know it’s a big investment in terms of both time and money, so every bit of feedback, suggestion, or info helps immensely. Thank you in advance!!
1-Flight to Santiago
2-Explore Santiago
3-Explore Santiago
4-Bus from STG to Valpo (2h) + visit Valparaíso + night in Viña
5-Visit Valparaíso + bus back to STG (2h)
6-Flight to Calama + bus to San Pedro + explore and acclimate in San Pedro + car rental in the afternoon (+Chaxa?)
7-(Very early) Valle del Arcoíris + Laguna Cejar + Valle de la Luna
Good evening,
We’d love to go in November to enjoy some beautiful beaches for about two weeks, preferably around Bahia, as November/December seems like a great time.
We’ve already traveled to Brazil several times and know the south of Rio as well as the region between São Luís and Fortaleza, and Chapada Diamantina...
What advice would you give us: the south with Itaparica, Morro de São Paulo, Boipeba, Barra Grande—or all four? Or maybe the north?
Thanks in advance for your help
Hi everyone, it’s been a while since I last posted!
First time in South America for me, my wife, and our 7-year-old son. I’ve put together this itinerary and would love to hear your thoughts:
Bogotá 28/07 – 30/07: Arrival. Which neighborhood and outings would you recommend?
Flight to
2 Filandia 30/07 – 03/08: (255 €). Waterfalls and horseback riding,
Cocora Valley,
Hiking,
Nearby villages.
Flight to
3 Tayrona 03/08 – 07/08: Hotel La Casablanca
Hike with Tierra Nevada and the Kogui village (any feedback?). Return by inner tube for the little one.
Short night hike.
Second hike to La Piscina, etc., return by 🐎.
4 Cartagena 07/08 – 10/08: Air-conditioned bus.
Staying in Getsemaní? Mangroves & the Castle, exploring the city.
5 Bogotá 10/08 – 12/08
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Have a great day!
Hi,
During an upcoming trip to Peru, we’ll have one day to explore around Arequipa (excluding Colca Canyon) with a car and driver.
We’ve got a few options:
- Toro Muerto petroglyphs and dinosaur footprints at Querulpa
- Ruta del Sillar and Quebrada de Culebrillas
