Guides for people who travel with intention.
Experience-first. Culture-deep. Built for 14 days.
Latin America
Australia
New Zealand
Japan
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Regions with deep coverage
Latin America, Oceania & Japan: every guide comes from personal travel.
2 weeks
Built for limited vacation time
Itineraries are designed around a 9 day or 16 day vacation period: maximum depth, no wasted days.
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First-hand experience only
We vet every destination and only write about places we’ve visited and evaluated for you including restaurants we’ve eaten at, trails we’ve hiked, tours we’ve completed, etc.
From the Andes to the Outback, find your next adventure
Torres del Paine
Chile · Patagonia
Awe-inspiring peaks, glacier lakes, and the W Trek. The ultimate Patagonia experience for hikers of any experience who want the raw wilderness of Southern Chile.
Lima
Peru · Coast
The world’s most underrated food city. Incan heritage, Japanese fusion, coastal ceviche, world-class bars, and more.
Fiordland National Park
New Zealand · South Island
Beyond Milford Sound, discover raw fiords, remote trails, and breathtaking silence to discover the undisturbed nature of New Zealand.
Melbourne
Australia · Victoria
Wander through the art-filled laneways, sip on world-class coffee, and discover the cultural warmth of the city that will keep you coming back.
How We Travel: Our Philosophy
Comfort, culture, and no wasted days
Blueprint Travelers is built for people who take two weeks off a year and refuse to waste a single hour. We’re not budget backpackers and we’re not ultra-luxury tourists. We’re experience travelers who know the best meal of your life is worth the splurge, but you don’t need a $600/night hotel to sleep well (unless it adds significantly to your experience!)
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Culture first itineraries
Every guide prioritizes local food, history, and people over generic sightseeing checklists. However, all top sightseeing destinations are integrated in the itinerary (because there is a reason that they are the most popular sites at any location).
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Vetted for comfortable travelers
Because we have been to, researched, and explored every destination, we are able to give you information and advice for the transport reliability and neighborhood context for each destination.
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Built for tight vacation time off
We understand that your time off might be limited so we design itineraries to align with 9–16 day windows (1-2 weeks) as our default. We help you prioritize and build a trip that actually fits your available vacation time.
The Best 5 Day Tokyo Itinerary for An Introduction to the City
A 5 day Tokyo itinerary that highlights the top things to do and neighborhoods to explore throughout the year, even cherry blossom season.
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A 3 day Osaka itinerary that highlights the top things to do to discover this modern city's food and culture, including Universal Studios.
The Ultimate 2+ Day Hiroshima Itinerary Including Top Things to Do
A 2 to 3 day Hiroshima itinerary that highlights the top things to do to dive into important history and discover Miyajima's floating shrine.
How to Maximize a Kobe Day Trip: the Top Things to Do
All the different things to do during a Kobe day trip to best explore the city, visit some Sake distilleries, eat delicious food, and more.
Blueprint Travelers' Personal Travel Experience
Melina and Kevin have traveled, explored, researched, and discovered every destination that we share on this website. These articles are our personal experiences and ideas that have come out from each location. These will give you a humanistic impression of these locations and add an additional layer of information beyond the itineraries and travel guides.
Greetings from...
Experiencing Small Town Japan in Nikko, Kusatsu, and Fujiyoshida as Tokyo Day Trips
Experiencing Maori Culture in Rotorua, New Zealand and Visiting Nearby Top Attractions
Getting to know Hawke’s Bay and Taupō Before the Tongariro Crossing
Learning More About Local Culture in the New Zealand’s Capital City, Wellington
Enjoying Abel Tasman National Park’s Coasts and the Marlborough Wine Region
Exploring the Peaks of New Zealand’s Southern Alps by Foot and Flight
Hiking in Fiordland National Park and Cruising Through Milford Sound
Taking the Scenic Route from Christchurch to Dunedin in New Zealand
Driving from Brisbane to Sydney On the Legendary Pacific Coast Highway
Relaxing in Queensland’s capital city, Brisbane, Australia and the surrounding beaches
Exploring Australia’s Tropical Top End from Darwin, the Northern Territory’s Capital
Our Tasmania, Australia Road Trip to National Parks, Historical Sites, and Towns
Driving the Great Ocean Road, Australia’s Famous Road Trip from Melbourne
