The captivating power of Iguazu Falls is a fine introduction to South America, though so too is stunning Rio de Janeiro, where we have time to enjoy such well known sights as Corcovado, the Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana. A flight across the breadth of the Amazon and the Andes brings us to the Peruvian capital of Lima. Explore the city and the vast Peruvian tracts of Amazon Jungle. High up in the Andes is Cusco, the former stronghold of the Incas and gateway to the Sacred Valley and magnificent Machu Picchu. On one of the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, we visit a Uros Indian community, before continuing on to the lofty Bolivian heights of La Paz. Stylish Santiago is home to some of Chile's most famous wineries and a short distance to the breathtaking mountains, picturesque lakes and towering volcanoes of the 'Lakes District'. Across the border in Argentina, high alpine adventure and scenery await in Bariloche, before arriving back in the lively tango town of Buenos Aires.
Please note regional flights are not included in the tour price:
Please contact us or you travel agent for flight details and costs.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | (Sun) Arrive in Buenos Aires. City tour. |
| 3-4 | Morning flight to Puerto Iguazu. Explore Argentinean and Brazilian side of the falls. |
| 5-7 | Fly to Rio de Janeiro. City tour including Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, Ipanema and Copacabana beaches. |
| 8 | Fly to Peruvian capital, Lima. |
| 9 | City tour of Lima's Colonial Centre. |
| 10-11 | Fly to Iquitos. Boat to Jungle Lodge. Jungle and river excursions. |
| 12 | Return to Iquitos. Afternoon flight to Lima. |
| 13-14 | Fly to Cusco. City tour and excursion to Sacsayhuaman and the Sacred Valley including Ollantaytambo and Pisac. |
| 15-16 | Train to Aguas Calientes. Visit Machu Picchu and return to Cusco. |
| 17-18 | Visit Pumamarca ruins and Peru's Challenge Community Project. Free day to relax. |
| 19 | Drive to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. |
| 20 | Visit Lake Titicaca, the Uros Indians and the ancient burial chambers at Sillustani. |
| 21 | Enter Bolivia and head to La Paz via the ancient ruins of Tiahuanaco. |
| 22 | La Paz city tour. |
| 23-24 | Fly to Santiago and explore the colonial centre and enjoy a winery tour. |
| 25-26 | South to Puerto Varas, in the heart of the Lakes District, to discover stunning mountain scenery. |
| 27 | The 'Lakes Crossing' by boat and bus to Bariloche in Argentina. |
| 28 | Evening flight to Buenos Aires where trip ends on arrival (Sat). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
28 days |
Trip Code |
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Activities |
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| Culture (Easy), Wildlife (Easy) | |
Countries Visited |
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| Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Peru | |
Start City |
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| Buenos Aires | |
End City |
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| Buenos Aires | |
