Starting PointEstrella Andina Hostal
Avenido Illampu #716 (cnr Calle Aroma)
La Paz
Bolivia
Phone: +591 2 2 451 401
Fax: +591 2 2 451 401
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Finishing PointHotel Reina
Av. de Mayo 1120
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Phone: (011) 4381 2496
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Physical Rating - ModerateActivities include treks of 3 to 4 hours per day in hilly terrain, flat water kayaking or a long day's bike ride, in conditions which are likely to be hot and muggy. You will raise your heart rate on these trips, so a basic level of aerobic fitness is required.
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AccommodationHotels (7 nts), camping (10 nts), bush camping (3 nts)
The type and variety of accommodation is determined by conditions on each of our routes. Each route is different ? on some we use a mixture of campsites and wild camps; on others we also use hotels. For details of the proportion of camping and hotels, please refer to the accommodation section of these notes.
Our trips are based on a mixture of camping and hotels.
In South America it is not practical to camp when staying in towns and cities so we use hotel accommodation and eat out in local restaurants. This has advantages ? you can choose the type of hotel most suited to your pocket and needs; you can sight see and wander around when it suits you; and it does give people a chance to have a bit of solitude and privacy, that some find so important on long trips.
The frequency and regularity of hotel stops depends on the route and area. There may be the occasional night stop, when staying in the grounds of a hotel, or at a campsite which may also have cabins available,
when there is a choice of camping or taking a room. This doesn?t mean that every week is the same. Some areas demand longer stretches without hotels than others.
Standards of hotels will obviously be different to those of western countries and a Latin American 3 star hotel is more likely to be comparable with a European 1 star.
Nights spent camping can be in a recognised campsite, in the grounds of a hotel, or wild camping in the countryside. For these days, the duties rota system is adopted when all members share in general camp duties ? cooking, shopping, washing up, collecting firewood, etc.
Campsites do have facilities but are usually not to the same standard as you would find in western countries. Wild camps obviously have no facilities at all.
Whether we wild camp or stay in a campsite again obviously depends on the area and there is no regularity to the choice
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MealsWhile camping on Overland journeys, most meals will be included. You may be required to share in cooking and shopping duties for the group's meals. When you are not camping you will have the freedom to decide where, what and with whom you eat. Please check the itinerary for details of meals included.
Allow USD $315 for meals not included.
Meal Inclusions
All meals while camping
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KittyStart At Start On Kitty
La Paz 04 Jun 10 $460
La Paz 10 Jun 10 $400
La Paz 01 Jul 10 $460
La Paz 05 Aug 10 $460
La Paz 13 Aug 10 $460
La Paz 27 Sep 10 $460
La Paz 25 Jan 11 $480
La Paz 17 Apr 11 $480
La Paz 24 Jun 11 $480
La Paz 06 Jul 11 $480
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Single SupplementA single supplement fee is not available on this trip.
Single travellers may be paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
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IncludedThis is a list of included activities on this trip. All other activities are optional and at your own expense. For a list of optional activities and sightseeing available on this trip, see the optional activities section below. If you choose not to participate in the included activities on this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded.
Salt flats day trip - Uyuni
Vineyard tour - Cafayate
3 night Anglo Argentinean estancia adventure - Estancia stay
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Not IncludedInternational Flights
Optional Activities
We list the following optional activities for your information. This is not an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only.
They are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by your tour operator/agent nor included in price of this trip. If you do any of them, you do so at your own risk and it must be clearly understood that your participation is your own decision and does not form part of your contract with tour operator/agent.
Death Road bike ride, La Paz - US$55
Chacaltaya tour and Moon Valley, La Paz - US$15
Tihuanacu tour and Moon Valley, La Paz - US$21
Rould of golf, La Paz - US$100
Cerro Rico Co-op Mine tour, Potosi - BOB90
Casa de la Moneda, Potosi - BOB20
Cable Car, Salta - US$2
Tren de las Nubes, Salta - US$70
Rafting, Salta - ARS110
Abseiling, Salta - ARS45
Quilmes ruins, enroute to estancia - ARS2
National Jesuit Museum, enroute to estancia - ARS2
Tango Show, Buenos Aires - ARS230
Teatro Colon, Buenos Aires - ARS10
Recoleta, Buenos Aires - free
Gran Cafe Tortoni Show, Buenos Aires - ARS15
City Tour (half day), Buenos Aires - US$10
City tour (full day), Buenos Aires - US$20
Football ticket, Buenos Aires - US$150
BA Montevideo, Buenos Aires - US$106
BA Colonia Hydrofoil, Buenos Aires - US$75
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What to TakeWe recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack (whichever you find easiest to carry). A good size daypack is also essential.
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Health & SafetyFor vaccinations please visit the
MDtravelhealth website.
Sun:
It is very important that you wear sun block, even on a cloudy day when it feels cool as we are near the equator and the sun is very strong. A sunburn can turn a pleasant trip into a painful trip.
Hydration
Even when days are cool please be sure to drink a minimum of two litres of water and refrain from drinking to many diuretics, as while when travelling outdoors the breeze can dehydrate you quickly as well as the heat.
Diarrhoea:
It is normal for people travelling overseas to get an upset stomach due to a change of climate and food. Please make sure that you wash your hands and stay away from street food.You will be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip.
Participation Form
You may be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip
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Important InfoFlexible Itineraries:
We must emphasise that the routes, activities and places visited described in these Trip Notes are intentions and are meant as a rough guide only. We intend following the route detailed but exact night stops cannot be guaranteed. It sometimes happens that we decide to make a change to our basic planned itinerary. This may be for a variety of reasons - climatic, road or bureaucratic conditions may demand it. Or it may be because we find a better, more interesting route. While actually en route, unexpected hospitality, a local festival or a great place to chill out can determine our exact route and itinerary on any given trip.
Overnight stops and driving distances each day may vary to best suit the needs of the group.
Group composition:
The minimum age for this trip is 18 years old and bookings for minors, even if accompanied by a parent, cannot be accepted. The upper age limit on this trip is 70 years of age.
Disclaimer | The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and tour operator/agent. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. This tour is run by our local partners Dragoman Overland.
Visas Please note that visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from and where you are going.
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader.
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