By Wendy Byard
Travel Advisor for solo women travellers

Days 1–2 – Lima, Peru
Arrive in Peru’s colonial capital, where Spanish balconies hang over cobbled streets and the Pacific breeze rolls in. Wander Lima’s lively plazas, taste ceviche fresh from the sea, and let the journey begin.
Days 3–4 – Sacred Valley of the Incas
Travel into Peru’s heartland, where the Andes cradle fertile valleys dotted with villages and ancient terraces. Explore Pisac’s vibrant market and the mysterious Moray terraces. Stay amid the mountains, soaking up the Incan spirit.
Day 5 – Machu Picchu
Take the train to Aguas Calientes, then ascend to the lost citadel of the Incas. As mist curls around the peaks and the first light touches the stones, Machu Picchu reveals itself — a moment that lingers for life.
Day 6 – Cusco
Discover the capital of the Incan Empire, a city where colonial cathedrals rise above ancient stone walls. Walk through San Blas’ artisan quarter, savour Peruvian flavours, and feel the energy of this high-altitude gem.
Day 7 – The Andean Explorer Train
Board one of the world’s most scenic trains. As the carriages roll past snow-capped peaks and alpaca-dotted meadows, enjoy gourmet dining and live music onboard, then arrive in Puno, gateway to Lake Titicaca.
Day 8 – Lake Titicaca to Bolivia
Cross the shimmering waters of Lake Titicaca, visiting Sun Island, steeped in Incan legend. Step ashore in Bolivia at Copacabana, where Andean traditions and lake views weave together in timeless beauty.
Day 9 – La Paz
Ride cable cars high above La Paz, with its dramatic setting in a deep valley fringed by mountains. Explore the surreal landscapes of Moon Valley, where spires of rock glow under the sun.
Days 10–11 – Uyuni Salt Flats
Enter a world like no other: a white desert that stretches beyond the horizon. Visit the haunting Train Cemetery, picnic on the glimmering salt crust, and sleep in a hotel built entirely of salt. Watch as sunsets turn the flats into a giant mirror of fire and sky.
Days 12–14 – Atacama Desert, Chile
Cross into the driest desert on Earth. Marvel at Moon Valley’s rippling dunes, stand before geysers steaming at dawn, and gaze upward into some of the world’s clearest night skies. The silence here feels infinite.
Days 15–16 – Santiago & Valparaíso
In Santiago, modern towers rise against the Andes. Then descend to Valparaíso, a bohemian port where street art bursts with colour and funiculars rattle up steep hillsides.
Days 17–19 – Mendoza, Argentina
Sip velvety Malbec in Argentina’s famed wine country. Wander vineyards beneath the shadow of the Andes, dine under the stars, and savour the slow rhythm of this fertile valley.
Days 20–22 – Buenos Aires & Pampas
The “Paris of South America” welcomes you with tango rhythms, elegant boulevards, and leafy plazas. Explore La Boca’s colour, Recoleta’s grace, and San Telmo’s antiques. Visit an estancia to experience gaucho traditions, horseback rides, and a sizzling asado.
Days 23–24 – Iguazú Falls
Feel the thunder of Iguazú, where hundreds of cascades crash into rainforest canyons. Walk the platforms to Devil’s Throat, be sprayed by rainbows, and meet the Mbororé Aldea people who call this land home.
Days 25–26 – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
End your odyssey in one of the world’s most iconic cities. Gaze up at Christ the Redeemer, ascend Sugarloaf Mountain, and stroll Copacabana Beach. As samba drifts on the breeze, raise a glass to a continent that has filled your soul.
Days 27–28 – Departure
With your heart full of colour, rhythm, and landscapes beyond imagination, fly home carrying the magic of South America with you.