Listed below are organised tours for Gringo Trail provided by some of the leading tour companies in the industry. Choose the route of interest from the list below and browse the available options. For further details and to book your tour, click "details & booking" to visit the tour company website. Quito - Rio (southern route) (5) Quito - Rio (central route) (0) Lima - Rio (southern route) (6) Lima - Rio (central route) (2) La Paz - Rio (southern route) (0) |  |
Quito - Rio (southern route)
This extensive coast-to-coast route across South America takes in all the highlights of the Andes region before heading down to the Southern Cone and the cities and colonial towns of central Chile and Argentina. It then continues north to Rio via the spectacular Iguazu Falls. See full tour highlights
Sort by: Price (high) | Price (low) | Trip Length | Company
Style: All (4) | Budget (4) | Standard (0) | Comfort (0)
Trips in Africa, Central Asia, Middle East and South America on our own purpose built overlanding vehicles with a crew of two from 15 days to 15 weeks. Our vehicles carry up to 24 travellers and are camping based trips. Our trips are run on a full participation basis so have fun helping to cook for the group (on a rota system) and taking an active involvement in the day to day running of the trip. Kingdoms & Carnivals - Quito to Rio 105 days
from £3250 excl. flights*   A true expedition by nature of its long duration and some of the remote places we visit. You must expect a degree of hardship, some long drives on rough roads, camping and cooking in extremes of climate...but in the process you will discover the real South America and meet people you would never otherwise encounter. PLUS join in the largest party in the world at Rio's Carnival or New Years Eve celebrations. | ||
 Departures: 2016 - 17th Sep, 10th Nov, 11th Nov 2017 - 17th Sep, 26th Oct |
 
Excellent value, amazing prices, quality experiences. Simple and clean hotels, guesthouses and hostels chosen for location and character. Affordable public and private transport for maximum cultural interaction. Plenty of optional activities tailored to your interests and budget. 
Popular with 18-30-somethings. Yolo trips are built for those who want to take on the planet in a fun and affordable way with a small group of like-minded travellers. Skip the oversized tour bus and truly connect with your destination. Hit the highlights without giving up the freedom to mix it up according to your own tastes. The Great South American Journey–Quito to Fortaleza 73 days
from £5959 excl. flights*   How do you possibly sum up an epic 73-day adventure throughout the entire continent of South America? From a unique homestay in the Amazon, to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu, glittering Buenos Aires nightlife, the majesty of Iguassu Falls, and the mystery of Nazca, this massive tour is the perfect introduction to a whole (and incredibly exciting) portion of the world. Take this South America journey with a group of similar adventurers to yourself and be reminded why you started travelling in the first place. | ||||
Departures: Check Dates |
Trips in Africa, Central Asia, Middle East and South America on our own purpose built overlanding vehicles with a crew of two from 15 days to 15 weeks. Our vehicles carry up to 24 travellers and are camping based trips. Our trips are run on a full participation basis so have fun helping to cook for the group (on a rota system) and taking an active involvement in the day to day running of the trip. Southern Trans Oceanic - Quito to Rio via Buenos Aires 69 days
from £1895 excl. flights*   This is trip packed with South American highlights - Explore the Amazon Jungle, Hike the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, view the stunning Iguazu Falls and spend time in the party Capital of the World, Rio de Janeiro. Experience the vastness of the Bolivian Salt Flats, visit vineyards by Bicycle in Argentina and take in a Tango Show in the metropolitan city of Buenos Aires. | ||
Departures: 2017 - 2nd Jun, 7th Jul |
Excellent value, amazing prices, quality experiences. Simple and clean hotels, guesthouses and hostels chosen for location and character. Affordable public and private transport for maximum cultural interaction. Plenty of optional activities tailored to your interests and budget.
Popular with 18-30-somethings. Yolo trips are built for those who want to take on the planet in a fun and affordable way with a small group of like-minded travellers. Skip the oversized tour bus and truly connect with your destination. Hit the highlights without giving up the freedom to mix it up according to your own tastes. The Great South American Journey - Quito to Rio Adventure 65 days
from £4549 excl. flights*   Sometimes the slow road is the way to go. Hit the road from Quito to Rio with other young travellers and experience pretty much everything you can imagine in between. Hike the Inca Trail and discover the thriving Inca culture, cross the Salt Flats of Bolivia, dance the tango in Buenos Aires, and hit the beach in Brazil. This trip offers up lively cities, stunning scenery, and tons of adventure. 65 days, seven countries, three nights in the Amazon, and one adventure you’ll remember forever. | ||||
Departures: Check Dates |