Twenty-five days from Peru to Patagonia, for two
Lima's food scene, the Amazon at Puerto Maldonado, Cusco and Machu Picchu, tango in Buenos Aires, Mendoza's vineyards, the lakes of Bariloche, Torres del Paine, the Perito Moreno Glacier and the end of the world in Ushuaia.
Full 25-day trip for two, door to door from the USA
Where the money goes
Estimated budget for two over 25 days, in US dollars. Patagonia's all-inclusive camps are the main splurge.
| Category | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| International flightsUSA ⇄ Lima, return from Ushuaia via Buenos Aires, 2 people. | $1,800 – $3,400 |
| Accommodation (24 nights)About $180–$550 a night: Casa Andina, Amazon lodges, Patagonia Camp and estancias. | $4,320 – $13,200 |
| Meals and diningCeviche, steak, Malbec; Patagonian camps include full board. | $1,800 – $3,200 |
| Activities and experiencesMachu Picchu tickets and train, Amazon excursions, wine tours, park fees, glacier trek. | $1,500 – $2,800 |
| Transport in the regionSix or seven domestic flights plus transfers. | $1,800 – $3,000 |
| Ground totalAll costs on the ground, excluding international flights | $9,420 – $22,200 |
| Grand totalFull 25-day trip for two, door to door from the USA | $11,220 – $25,600 |
Estimates only. Prices vary by season, departure city and availability.
Suggested 25-day itinerary
Peru, Argentina and Chile, north to south. Each stop shows the estimated cost of your stay.
Lima, Peru
Food capital
- Miraflores clifftops and Barranco's art scene.
- Tasting menu at one of Lima's top restaurants.
Puerto Maldonado, Peru
The Peruvian Amazon
- Lodge on the Tambopata River.
- Macaw clay lick at dawn and night walks.
Cusco & The Sacred Valley, Peru
Inca heartland
- Cusco's Plaza de Armas and Qorikancha.
- Pisac market and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley.
Machu Picchu
The lost city
- Scenic train to Aguas Calientes.
- Sunrise entry to Machu Picchu and a hike to Huayna Picchu.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tango and steak
- Recoleta, San Telmo and La Boca.
- Tango show and dinner.
- Parrilla steak night.
Mendoza, Argentina
Wine country
- Malbec tastings in the Uco Valley.
- Lunch among the vines under the Andes.
Bariloche, Argentina
Lakes district
- Circuito Chico drive and Cerro Campanario.
- Chocolate and lake cruises.
Torres del Paine, Chile
Patagonia Camp
- Yurt stay at Patagonia Camp on Lake Toro.
- Hikes to the base of the towers.
El Calafate & Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina
Ice and lakes
- Perito Moreno Glacier walkways and boat trip.
- Optional mini-trek on the ice.
Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego
End of the world
- Beagle Channel cruise to sea lion colonies.
- Tierra del Fuego National Park.
- Fly home via Buenos Aires.
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Special notes for an intimate escape
Big moments worth booking early.
Book tickets early
Daily entry is limited; book the circuit and train months ahead, especially for June–August.
All-inclusive camp
Patagonia Camp includes meals and daily guided excursions, so the hardest part is choosing a hike.
Logistics and travel tips
Altitude
Spend time in the Sacred Valley (lower) before Cusco.
Best time to go
Peru: May–October (dry season).
Patagonia: November–March (summer).
Packing
Layers for everything from jungle heat to glacier wind.
Money
Carry some US dollars; Argentina often has better rates for cash or foreign cards.
Plan the Peru and Patagonia trip at $224 – $512 per person a day
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