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After traveling to the Himalayas, we thought it was time to visit one of the other great mountain ranges in the world: the Andes!We decided not to do it for less!

The trip starts and ends in Brazil, passing through no less than 6 countries: Brasil, Paraguai, Argentina, Chile, Bolívia e Peru!

“the jorney of a lifetime“Introduction

During 19 days we will travel through some of the most mythical places in South America, such as the Iguaçu Water Falls, the Uyuni Salar, the Bolivian Altiplano, Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the Amazon Jungle.

Are you ready?

The route carefully thought out by an experienced team, will transform this trip into the Experience of a Lifetime!

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5 July

Stage 0Arrival to Foz Do Iguaçu

6 July

Stage 1Foz Do Iguaçu - Assuncion

330 Kms (6h)

7 July

Stage 2 Assuncion – Monte Quemado

747 Km (10h)

8 July

Stage 3 Monte Quemado – Purmamarca

487 Km (7h)

9 July

Stage 4 Purmamarca – San Pedro De Atacama

493 Kms (6h)

10 July

Stage 5 San Pedro De Atacama

Rest Day

11 July

Stage 6 San Pedro De Atacama – Laguna

Colorada 147 Kms (4h)

12 July

Stage 7 Laguna Colorada – Chuvica

343 Km (7h)

13 July

Stage 8 Chuvica - Uyuni

160 Km (4h)

14 July Stage 9

Uyuni – La Paz 540 Km (8h)

15 July

Stage 10 La Paz

Rest Day

16 July

Stage 11 La Paz – Puno 290 Km (6h30)

17 July

Stage 12 Puno – Taquile

Rest Day

18 July

Stage 13 Taquile – Cusco

380 Km (7h)

19 July

Stage 14 Cusco – Ollantaytambo

90 Km (3h)

20 July

Stage 15 Ollantaytambo - Cusco

90 Km (3h)

21 July

Stage 16 Cusco – Puerto Maldonado

490 Km (9h)

22 July

Stage 17 Puerto Maldonado – Rio Branco

530 Km (9h)

23 July

Stage 18 International Flight

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Foz Do Iguaçu

After our flight, we will contemplate one of the most beautiful sights in the world: the Foz do Iguaçu Falls, on the border between Brazil

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and Argentina!

There would be no better way to start our adventure!

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The border entry will be made through one of the busiest borders in South America, Puente de la Amistad, a place famous for its intense trade.

Then it’s time to ride to the capital, Assuncion!

Foz Do IguaçuAssuncion 330 Kms (6h)

On this day, we leave Brazil and enter Paraguay!

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Stage 1 6th of July

time to cross another border and enter Argentina, heading to the province of Santiago de Estero, one of the oldest in the country!

AssuncionMonte Quemado 747 Km (10h)

This is the longest day of the trip in terms of kms.

After leaving the Paraguayan capital, it´s

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Monte QuemadoPurmamarca 487 Km (7h)

It’s time to head to the Andes and start climbing!

Stage 3 8th of July

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Cactus, desert plains and breathtaking landscapes mark this day, which ends in Purmamarca (2,324m high), right at the foot of the Andes, famous for

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the colorful mountain of the Cierro de los Siete Colores!

de Atacama will be made through the Los Flamencos National Park, crossing the famous Passo de Jama, situated at 4,200m high!

The day ends surrounded by the stunning landscape around the city that includes the desert, salt flats, volcanoes, geysers and hot springs..

PurmamarcaSan Pedro De Atacama 493 Kms (6h)

We enter Chile and into the heart of the Andes!

The trip to San Pedro

Stage 4 9th of July

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The tour to Valle de la Luna and Pedra del Coyote is a highlight!

The day ends on the small but busy Calle Caracoles, enjoying a beautiful Chilean dinner!

Pedro De AtacamaRest Day

On this 1st rest day of the trip, we regain energy for what´s coming. But the rest can be active!

Stage 5 10th of July

San Pedro De AtacamaLaguna Colorada 147 Kms (4h)

Open your eyes, sharpen your senses and get ready!

We will cross the Eduardo Avaroa Andean National Wildlife Reserve (located between 4,200m and 5,400m high), through an off-road route!

During the day we will see volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, colorful lakes,

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fumaroles and flamingos!

The day ends in front of Laguna Colorada, in a mountain shelter, enjoying the stars!

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Stage 7 12th of July

Laguna Colorada Chuvica 343 Km(7h)

We continue to head North, taking an off-road route that will take us to the entrance of the Uyuni Salar, staying overnight in a mountain shelter in Chuvica.

The day will be filled with stunning landscapes, such as Laguna Capina, Laguna Pastos Grandes and Cerro Tomasamil, with its 5,890m of altitude!

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ChuvicaUyuni 160 Km(4h)

This will be another unforgettable day! After sleeping at the entrance of the Uyuni Salar (the largest salt desert in the world at an altitude of 3,600m), it´s time to cross it and enjoy all its unique beauty!

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Altiplano towards the Bolivian capital: La Paz!

This is the highest capital in the world, located at an altitude of 3,600m, and was founded in 1548.

UyuniLa Paz 540 Km (8h)

After 3 days riding off-road, we return to the asphalt, and enter the heart of the Bolivian

Stage 9 14th of July

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Stage 10 15th of July

La PazRest DayOn this day you will be able to rest from all the emotions and eventual

fatigue of the previous days and get to know this vibrant city in South America!

La PazPuno 290 Km (6h30)

After visiting the Bolivian capital, it´s time to change countries, again!

Stage 11 16th of July

“Bienvenidos” to Peru!

The entry into the 6th country of this trip will be made through the border located next to the Titicaca Lake.

We will travel along its banks to Puno, where a boat will take us to the floating island of Uros (artificial platforms built by the indigenous Uros people in the colonial period), where we will spend the night.

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Stage 12 17th of July

Puno -TaquileRest Day

The day will be entirely dedicated to the fantastic Titicaca Lake!

The lake is located at an altitude of 3,800m, and is the largest lake in South America.

In it we can find 9 artificial islands built by a local aquatic plant, and where an ancient indigenous people live: the Uros!

The day ends on the island of Taquile, where we will sleep.

Stage 13 18th of July

TaquileCusco380 Km(7h)

It’s time to get back on the road!

The day starts early with a boat trip back to Puno, where we will recover our mounts.

This day’s route takes us to Cusco (in the local language: “the Navel of the World”), the ancient capital of the Inca empire, located in the Sacred Valley.

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Stage 14 19th of JulyCuscoOllantaytambo90 Km(3h)

Today we will get to know the fabulous Inca culture in a deeper way, riding through the Sacred Valley.

This valley was very much appreciated by the Incas due to its special geographical and climatic qualities and was one of the main points of production for the richness of their lands.

In it we can find countless archaeological remains and monuments of this ancient civilization!

OllantaytamboCusco90 Km(3h)

Another highlight of the trip!

We will wake up very early, to take a train that will lead us to the lost city of the Incas: Machu Picchu!

This city was built in the 15th century and was only discovered in 1911!

The day ends in Cusco, where we can relax in its beautiful Plaza de Armas!

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Stage 16 21st of July

CuscoPuerto Maldonado 490 Km (9h)

After several days in altitude, we will descend almost to sea level, riding through the Peruvian Amazon jungle.

The temperature rises and the landscape changes dramatically!

The day ends in Puerto Maldonado, at the gates of the Brazilian border!

Puerto MaldonadoRio Branco 530 Km (9h)

The trip is almost coming to and end, but before, we will cross the last border into Brazil, riding through the Amazon jungle.

Stage 17 22nd of July

We will say goodbye to our mounts, delivering the bikes in the city of Rio Branco, in the state of Acre.

It’s time to celebrate!

Rio Branco

International flight.

Stage 18 23rd of July

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This trip is intended for motorcyclists with medium / high level of experience.

A large part of the trip will be done at altitude. During the trip, strategic stops to adapt to altitude will be made to provide maximum comfort to the participants.

“the trip of lifetime“

Profile & Price

Some of the stages will be done on degraded roads, with off-road sections exclusively.

The organization will be fully prepared with support vehicle and technical material.

8.150,00 € / Rider5.500,00 € / Passenger*

*A limited number of seats will be available for passengers that would like to travel in the support car

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Included

• 16 Nights Accommodation In Double Room (Quality Hotels) Or Camp

• All Breakfasts

• 3 Lunches + 3 Dinners

• Motorbike Rental For 17 Days

• Motorcycle Pick-Up In Foz Do Iguaçu And Dro-Off In Rio Branco

• 4 X 4 Support Pick-Up, For Luggage Transportation And Logistic Support

• Assistance At Border Crossing

• Motorbike Insurance With 1,000 Euros Deposit

• Motorbike Green Letter Insurance (Argentina And Brazil)

• Motorbike Soapex Insurance (Chile)

• Motorbike Soat Insurance (Peru)

• Colorful Mountain Tour In Purmamarca

• Tour To La Luna Valley

• Coyote Stone Tour

• Tour Leader On A Motorbike

• Tour T-Shirt

Not Included

• Flights

• Gasoline

• Personal Travel Insurance (The organization offers a support service to the participant for personal insurance)• Lunches And Dinners Not Mentioned As Included

• Snacks And Drinks

• Personal Expenses

• Emergency Costs

• Mandatory Personal Equipment (Helmet, Boots, Jacket And Pants With Protection)

• International Visas (When Applicable)

• International Driving License

The expedition is subject to a minimum number of 5 participants.

If the minimum number of participants is not observed, any amount paid will be fully refunded.

InformationTerms & Conditions

Customer Support (Flights, Personal Insurance, Visas, Etc)NORTHROAD provides a customer dedicated support line for any help or information needed.

LuggageThe organization foresees the trans-portation of luggage in a support vehicle up to a maximum limit of 70 liters, per participant.

We recommend the use of flexible bags

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