Days 1-2 QuitoWith a plethora of things to do in Quito, Ecuador's capital, get your bearings among the charming colonial centre of the Old Town and enjoy free time to explore. Days 3-4 Amazon JungleExplore the Amazon Jungle and learn about its unique way of life while walking with a knowledgeable local guide on a rainforest expedition. Days 5-7 BanosOne of the most popular places to travel in Ecuador, Banos has plenty to offer. Try mountain biking, rafting or soak in the thermal springs. Days 8-9 CuencaAdmire the colonial architecture and colourful flower markets in Cuenca. Days 10-11 MancoraChill out on Peru's classic white sandy paradise of Mancora. Day 12-13 HuanchacoTravel through the Sechura Desert, see the surfing fishermen of Huanchaco and explore the historical city of Trujillo. Days 14-15 LimaGrab your bus tickets to Lima, Peru's chaotic capital. Try out the nightlife in the neighbourhood of Barranco or head to the coast for a seafood meal. Day 16 PiscoRelax in the central plaza of Peru's Pisco or take an optional trip to the Ballestas Islands to admire the wealth of wildlife. Days 17-18 NazcaHave an eerie desert adventure with visits to an ancient cemetery and the Nazca Lines. Days 19-22 Arequipa/Colca CanyonFrom the colonial Arequipa attractions, head out to the impressive Colca Canyon. Days 23-24 Cuzco/Sacred Valley/OllantaytamboEnjoy a wander through Cuzco's bustling San Pedro market before exploring the ruins scattered throughout the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo. Days 25-28 Inca Trail/Machu Picchu/CuzcoCamp out on this challenging hike to Machu Picchu. Day 29 CuzcoEnjoy free time soaking up the quirky cafe culture in ancient Cuzco or hit the mountain tracks for a daring bike ride. Days 30-32 Puno/Lake TiticacaCruise along Lake Titicaca and discover local folklore. Day 33 CopacabanaFeast on fresh trout at one of Copacabana's atmospheric restaurants. Days 34-37 La PazCross over the Bolivian border and travel to La Paz. Wander through the Witches' Market, admiring piles of herbs and bottles of potions. Days 38-39 SucreTravel from La Paz to Sucre and admire the whitewashed architecture in this scenic capital. Days 40-41 PotosiDiscover the mining past of the city of Potosi. Visit a working mine and perhaps take a tour deep underground. Days 42-45 Salar de UyuniThe volcanoes and salt plains are sure to impress. Days 46-49 SaltaDelve into the pre-Columbian and colonial histories of one of Argentina's most splendid cities. Days 50-52 MendozaThe famous winemaking capital of Argentina, Mendoza offers picturesque vineyards where you can taste the region's famous Malbec. Days 53-55 SantiagoCross over into Chile where parks, museums, shops, markets and a hectic party scene await in Santiago.
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