Discover South America
Prices from £5176pp - 18 Days
Fully Inclusive from UK
Departures available from 16 Mar 2010 - 22 March 2011.
Price is based on flying from Heathrow, other departure airports available for a supplement.
Hotel details
Day 1: Overnight Flight:
Board your overnight flight to South America.
Day 2: Arrive Lima, Peru - Tour Begins:
Arrive this morning in the “City of Kings”, Lima, Peru. A room has been reserved for you to check in upon arrival. Join your fellow travellers this evening for a fantastic welcome dinner complete with Peruvian entertainment.
Day 3: Lima, Peru - Sacred Valley of the Incas:
Fly this morning into Cuzco, in the heart of the Inca civilization. Board your coach to descend through the Andes to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This majestic valley was the agricultural centre for the Incas, ranging from Pisac to the citadel of Machu Picchu. Following the route of the Urubamba River, the valley boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Peru.
Day 4: Sacred Valley of the Incas-Ollantaytambo-Machu Picchu-Cuzco:
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Begin the day with a breathtaking train ride through the Andes from Ollantaytambo to the mysterious Machu Picchu! Hidden by mountains and the semi-tropical jungle, the "Lost City of the Incas" is deemed the most spectacular sight on the continent of South America. Spend the day with your tour guide exploring the ruins. Return by train this evening to the majestic ancient capital city of Cuzco.
Day 5: Cuzco:
Enjoy a tour of Cuzco, exploring the wonderful combination of Incan and Colonial architecture. Take in the Plaza de Armas, Santo Domingo Church, the Cathedral, and the San Blas artisans quartre. This evening revel in the Peruvian culture as you dine on local fare and see a spectacular folklore show!
Day 6: Cuzco - Lima:
Return to Lima this morning. Discover the heritage and Colonial architecture of Lima during the city tour. Enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 7: Lima - Santiago, Chile:
Enjoy a panoramic tour of the fantastic city of Santiago, including the Hippodrome, O’Higgins Park, and the popular Cerro San Cristobal, home to the Statue of the Immaculate Conception.
Day 8: Santiago:
Today is a day of leisure to relax or take an optional tour of the area. This evening, enjoy dinner and a traditional folklore show, showcasing authentic Chilean culture.
Day 9: Santiago - Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas (Lake District):
Your tour continues to the extraordinary Lake District. Fly south to the German-inspired seaport town of Puerto Montt. View the unique cathedral, built entyrely of redwood, and stroll through the local handicraft market. Transfer to the picturesque lakefront resort village of Puerto Varas, located on the shores of Lake Llanquihue.
Day 10: Puerto Varas - Bariloche, Argentina:
This morning you begin the crossing of the majestic Andes. Behold the mammoth Osorno Volcano in the distance as you travel through the beautiful countryside. View the majestic and colourful Petrohue Falls before driving to the shores of the Lago Todos los Santos (The Lake of All Saints). Cruise across the lake to the rustic town of Peulla, located at the foot of the mountains. After a short stop in Peulla, enjoy a leisurely drive through the forest and the lower hills of the Andes to the Argentine border. Board a launch for a short cruise across lovely Lago Frias. Travel through the deep forest to Puerto Blest where you embark on a cruise across scenic Lake Nahuel Huapi.
Day 11: Bariloche:
Enjoy the beauty of the German-influenced village of Bariloche. The afternoon is yours to explore at your leisure. You may wish to take an optional excursion featuring a tour of one of the town's famous chocolate factories.
Day 12: Bariloche - Buenos Aires:
Fly to the bustling city of Buenos Aires. The “Paris of South America” is bursting with beautiful European architecture, lively boulevards and quaint sidewalk cafes.
Day 13: Buenos Aires:
Today enjoy a Portenos tour of the capital, viewing the lavish Teatro Colon, the famous opera house; 9th of July Avenue, one of the world’s widest boulevards; Recoleta Cemetrey, where the tomb of Eva Peron is located; and the President’s residence, the Casa Rosada. The afternoon is yours to independently explore this great city. This evening, savour typical Argentine cuisine before experiencing the dance that has made Buenos Aires famous – a stunning tango performance.
Day 14: Buenos Aires:
Travel through the famous Pampas to a typical estancia (ranch) to experience the culture and lifestyle of Argentina's famed gauchos! Watch as these skilled horsemen captivate you with their 'ring races', horsemanship and amazing feats of skill. Take part in a typical asado lunch, prepared over an open fire, and enjoy traditional gaucho music and dancing, trademarks of the Argentine culture.
Day 15: Buenos Aires - Iguassu Falls:
Today you fly north to the natural wonder known as the Iguassu Falls, located on the border of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. Arrive on the Argentine side and enjoy a walk through the Argentine Falls, taking in the powerful Devil’s Throat and the breathtaking landscape.
Day 16: Iguassu Falls:
This morning enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour of the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls. Marvel at the majesty of these thundering waterfalls. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore these spectacular surroundings…perhaps you will choose to take an optional jungle boat ride or just relax at your hotel.
Day 17: Iguassu Falls - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil:
Today you fly to the beautiful and vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, the cultural capital of Brazil. Magnificent views, beautiful beaches, great cuisine and friendly people make Rio a fantastic holiday destination.
Day 18: Rio de Janeiro:
Enjoy a Carioca's tour of Rio, including Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Flamengo Park and Maracana soccer stadium. Next, ascend Corcovado to visit one of the world's most famous landmarks - the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Late afternoon, take a cable car to Sugarloaf and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city.
Day 19: Rio de Janeiro - Tour Ends:
Your tour ends in Rio de Janeiro.
Offer details
Staying from 05 Oct 2010 for 18 nights
Departing from London airport, arriving at Lima
