Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. J.F.Kennedy
PARAGUAY URUGUAY ARGENTINA CHILE
Three-month bicycle trip, starting in September 2015 in Asuncion (Paraguay), ending in Santiago de Chile. Author's 12th expedition, the 2nd in South America.
To Iguazu Falls
From Paraguayan Asuncion to the Iguazu Falls on the border of Argentina and Brazil.
To Encarnatión
Through southeastern Paraguay to the border with Argentina.
Direction Uruguay
Passage of flat pampas to the Uruguayan border with overnight shortcut through Brazil.
To the Atlantic Ocean
From Artigas through hilly hinterland of Uruguay to Chuy, seaside town on the border with Brazil.
The Atlantic Coast
Visiting coastal villages with popular beaches, through trendy Punta del Este to Montevideo, capital of Uruguay.
Montevideo, Colonia del Sacramento
Exploring Montevideo, its surroundings and the UNESCO city of Colonia del Sacramento.
Buenos Aires
A few days spent in the capital of Argentina, including a long bike ride.
To Córdoba
From Buenos Aires through lowland agricultural areas with vast expanses of water to historical Córdoba.
To Mendoza
Mountain route to Villa Dolores, impressive Sierra de las Quijadas National Park and wine tasting in Mendoza.
Southward Bound
On famous National Route 40 in the scenic Andes foothills, visiting Payunia Volcanic Reserve.
Argentina's Lake District
Savoring the combination of the lush green landscape with blue lakes was ended with snowfall, icy roll into San Carlos de Bariloche.
The Chilean Lake District
An intriguing journey into Chile over the lake and dusty ravines, visiting the Pacific coast.
Santiago de Chile
Final stay in the Chilean capital, and the last bike rides.
© Text and photos by Jiri Bina