North‑South Adventure: Tucson → Hermosillo → Mexico City → Cuenca → Montevideo

Day 1: Bus to Hermosillo – Arrival & First Impressions

Morning: Depart Tucson on an early‑morning bus, crossing the border at Santa Cruz and enjoying desert scenery.

Afternoon: Arrive in Hermosillo, check into a discounted Airbnb, and take a short walk to the Plaza Zaragoza for a quick lunch.

Evening: Stroll along Malecon de Hermosillo, savor local tacos, and rest for the week ahead.

Day 2‑7: Hermosillo Exploration (Week‑Long Stay)

Morning: Alternate visits to the Hermosillo Cathedral, Casa de la Cultura, and the Museo de Sonora for culture and history.

Afternoon: Relax at Parque Hidalgo, sample street‑food at Mercado Municipal, and enjoy a desert‑landscape bike ride.

Evening: Experience live music at local venues, try regional wine, and unwind at your Airbnb.

Day 8: Bus to Mexico City – Transition Day

Morning: Board a comfortable overnight bus from Hermosillo to Mexico City, crossing into the highlands.

Afternoon: Arrive, drop luggage at a centrally located Airbnb, and have a light lunch at Café de Tacuba.

Evening: Take a brief walk around the historic Zócalo to get a feel for the city’s energy.

Day 9: Flight to Cuenca – Arrival & Orientation

Morning: Catch an early flight from Mexico City to Cuenca, Ecuador, arriving by midday.

Afternoon: Transfer to a discounted Airbnb in the historic district, then explore the New Cathedral and nearby plazas.

Evening: Dine at a local restaurant serving cuy and enjoy a sunset view from the Mirador de Turi.

Day 10‑44: Cuenca Immersion (35‑Day Stay)

Morning: Rotate between the Panorama Cultural Center, day trips to the Inca ruins of Ingapirca, and coffee‑plantation tours in the surrounding valleys.

Afternoon: Visit artisan markets, take language‑exchange meet‑ups, and unwind at the Rio Tomebamba parks.

Evening: Sample Ecuadorian cuisine, attend live folk music, and relax in your Airbnb with discount‑rate utilities.

Day 45: Flight to Montevideo – Arrival & First Steps

Morning: Depart Cuenca on a connecting flight to Montevideo, Uruguay, arriving by early afternoon.

Afternoon: Settle into a long‑term Airbnb (discount applied), then wander the Ciudad Vieja cobblestone streets.

Evening: Enjoy a coastal dinner at the Rambla of Montevideo, watching the sunset over the Río de la Plata.

Day 46‑80: Montevideo Experience (35‑Day Stay)

Morning: Explore the Mercado del Puerto, take a bike ride along the Rambla, and visit museums like the Museo Nacional de Artes Visuales.

Afternoon: Day trips to nearby wine regions (e.g., Canelones), beach time at Punta del Este (optional), and local cooking classes.

Evening: Join tango evenings, sample Uruguayan steak, and enjoy the relaxed nightlife before returning to your Airbnb.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Hermosillo Cathedral – 1.5 hrs – $0 (free entry)
• Parque Hidalgo – 2 hrs – $0 (free)
• Mexico City Zócalo – 2 hrs – $0 (free)
• New Cathedral, Cuenca – 1 hr – $0 (free)
• Ingapirca Ruins – 4 hrs (day trip) – $15 entrance
• Panorama Cultural Center – 2 hrs – $5
• Mercado del Puerto – 2 hrs – $20 (meal)
• Rambla Montevideo – 3 hrs – $0 (free)
• Canelones Wine Tour – 5 hrs – $45 (transport & tasting)
• Airbnb (discounted) – 78 nights – $1,000 per month × 2.5 months = $2,500

Total Estimated Cost: $2,585

Tips

If you need to shorten the adventure, consider dropping the week in Hermosillo and flying directly from Tucson to Mexico City, then onward to Cuenca. To extend, add a few extra days in Montevideo to explore the nearby coastal towns of Piriápolis and La Paloma, or take a weekend excursion to Colonia del Sacramento. Using the same discounted Airbnb rates and public transport keeps the budget friendly throughout.