It’s our favourite way to explore, affording a greater connection with the landscape and its peoples, and avoiding the hassle of airports.

We have planned expeditions along the length of the Pan American Highway, from Alaska to Ushuaia, the southernmost tip of the world. We have experience driving up and down Argentina’s legendary Route 40, which runs north to south along the spine of the Andes. We often recommend self-driving the high-altitude routes of Salta and Jujuy, which range through desert, vineyards, cactus forests, subtropical jungle and dusty market towns. Chile’s Carretera Austral is another of the region’s most spectacular routes to drive.

We can advise on rental vehicles, routes, accommodation, security and permits – and indeed those countries where you should avoid self-drive altogether.