Taste of South America with Machu Picchu Extension

•Round-trip transfers between the airport and hotel
•Choice of hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower
•Breakfast (B) daily and 2 special dinners (D) including a churrascaria dinner in Rio and a steak dinner and Tango show in Buenos Aires. On Peru extension: 7 additional meals •Services of an English-speaking local guide in each destination
•Sightseeing program as per the itinerary including admission charges, where applicable
•Hotel taxes and service charges
•Portfolio of travel documents

DAY 1 - Arrive in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
You are met and privately transferred to your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing takes you past Copacabana and Ipanema, two of the most famous beaches in the world. Then take a cable car ride to the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain with its spectacular 360° view of the city. Return to your hotel later this afternoon.

DAY 2 - Rio de Janeiro
Drive by the fashionable residences of the Barra district. Then, proceed to the top of Corcovado Mountain to admire the 122-ft high, 1,400-ton granite statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the new Seven Wonders. Pass Maracana Stadium, the world’s largest with a capacity of 200,000 spectators, and continue through downtown with a stop at the New Cathedral. This evening, enjoy a “churrascaria” dinner (barbecue) for which Rio is famous. (B,D)

DAY 3 - Rio de Janeiro
A free day. Your local guide will have suggestions on things to see and do. (B)

DAY 4 - Rio de Janeiro / Iguassu Falls
Fly to Iguassu Falls; on arrival you are met and privately transferred to your hotel. Your afternoon is dedicated to exploring this magnificent panorama of waterfalls from the Brazilian side. (B)

DAY 5 - Iguassu Falls / Buenos Aires, Argentina
Enjoy a free morning before a guided tour of the Argentine side of the Falls. Afterward fly to Buenos Aires, the “Paris of South America.” The balance of the day is at leisure. (B)

DAY 6 - Buenos Aires
Sightseeing takes you to the Plaza de Mayo. See Casa Rosada; visit the Metropolitan Cathedral; view San Telmo, the Teatro Colon, Avenida 9 de Julio, Recoleta Cemetery and Palermo Park. This evening, enjoy Argentina’s famous beef and delicious wines, watch a presentation of the sensuous Tango and listen to unforgettable Pampas and Andean music. (B,D)

DAY 7 - Buenos Aires
A free day. There are many things to see and do. Check with your local host. (B)

DAY 8 - Buenos Aires / Santiago, Chile
Transfer for your flight across the Andes to Chile. Land in Santiago, the capital of a country with 2,650 miles of Pacific coastline. (B)

DAY 9 - Santiago
Step back in time as your local guide retraces Santiago’s heritage and history. Begin at the city’s civic center and the neoclassical La Moneda Palace. Also visit Plaza de Armas, a picturesque square surrounded by the 18th century Cathedral Metropolitana and the central post office. Nearby is the Central Market, a colorful conglomeration of vegetables, fruits and flowers. The rest of the day is free. (B)

DAY 10 - Valparaiso & Viña del Mar Excursion
Begin the day with a drive to the beautiful coastal region west of Santiago. Travel through Chile’s wine country to the historic port of Valparaiso and continue along the coast to Viña del Mar. Return to Santiago later this afternoon. (B)

DAY 11 - Santiago / Lima, Peru
Fly to Lima. See Plaza Mayor, City Hall, and Archbishop’s Palace. Visit the Cathedral and San Francisco Monastery. (B)

DAY 12 - Lima / Cuzco
Early morning flight to Cuzco. Take time to acclimate to the altitude of 11,444 feet. This afternoon’s tour includes Plaza del Regocijo, Plaza de Armas and Santo Domingo Monastery. Visit legendary Koricancha and Old Town. Also, tour several Inca ruins. (B)

Please note that the elevation of Cuzco is 11,444 feet.

DAY 13 - Cuzco / Machu Picchu
Today’s journey begins with a private transfer to Urubamba for a scenic rail trip through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, ascend by coach to Machu Picchu. Your guided tour of this citadel is an awe- inspiring experience. (B,L,D)

NOTE: On the train to Machu Picchu, only hand luggage can be taken. Your main suitcase will be stored in Cuzco.

Machu Picchu is built on a steep hill, with uneven pathways, rocky terrain and no handrails. Visitors should be in good health and be able to walk without assistance.

DAY 14 - Machu Picchu / Cuzco
A free morning to explore on your own. This afternoon, return to Cuzco. (B)

DAY 15 - Cuzco / Lima Fly to Lima. Tour the Larco Herrera and Archaeological Museums. (B)

DAY 16 - Depart Lima (B) You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee to many South American countries. Please check with your travel agent or the local consulate for current information.

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City tour of Rio: See Ipanema, Copacabana, cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado Mountain
Dinner at a churascaria
Guided sightseeing of Argentine side of Iguassu Falls
Buenos Aires sightseeing: Plaza de Mayo, Casa Roasada, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and more
Dinner and tango show in Buenos Aires
Sightseeing in Santiago: La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, Central market
Valparaiso & Vina del Mar excursion
Scenic rail trip through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu

Independent - Travel any day of the year.

16 day package Rio de Janeiro to Santiago land only - 18 day package air and land

Prices are "from" rates and are based on double occupancy, land only. Your travel specialist will quote you the lowest airfare availble from your hometown at the time of booking

You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee to many South American countries. This is not included in the price of the trip.

First Class Hotel hotels included in the package
Rio de Janeiro - Windsor Placa Copacabana
Iguassu Falls - Mabu Thermas & Resort
Buenos Aires - Americas Tower
Santiago - Hotel Torremayor
Superior First Class Hotel upgrade option
Rio de Janeiro - Excelsior Copacabana
Iguassu Falls - Mabu Thermas & Resort
Buenos Aires - Claridge Hotel Santiago - Plaza El Bosque & Suites
Rates from $3,843 pp, dbl occ.

Deluxe Hotel upgrade package
Rio de Janeiro - Sofitel
Iguassu Falls - Das Cataratas
Buenos Aires - Sofitel
Santiago - Ritz Carlton
Priced from $5,198 pp, dbl. occ.

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