South America: Mosaic of Cultures

Explore South America´s Heart: Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina & Brazil

Quito - Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley - Puno - La Paz - Buenos Aires - Iguazu - Rio de Janeiro

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South America: Mosaic of Cultures
19Days
18Nights

South America: Mosaic of Cultures

Embark on an awe-inspiring journey through the heart of South America, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge. Start in Quito, Ecuador's historic capital, and then explore Lima's culinary delights and colonial charm. Delve into the ancient mysteries of Cuzco and the Sacred Valley, culminating in the stunning Machu Picchu. Travel to Puno and cross Lake Titicaca with its Totora rafts, followed by the vibrant heights of La Paz. Buenos Aires awaits with its seductive tango rhythms. Relish the thundering majesty of the Argentine and Brazilian Iguazu Falls and conclude this epic adventure in Rio de Janeiro, a city of golden beaches and samba under the watchful gaze of Christ the Redeemer. Each destination unfolds a new chapter in this unforgettable tapestry of South American wonders

 

Travel includes
  • The price includes:
  • Accommodation in the hotels mentioned in the itinerary or similar in category.
  • Meals: 18 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 1 Tango Show Dinner.
  • All airport – Hotel – Airport transfers.
  • The visits and excursions mentioned in the itinerary in shared service, consisting of:
  • •City Tour in Quito
  • •Middle of the World Monument and Intiñan Site Museum
  • •City Tour in Lima
  • •City Tour in Cusco
  • •Sacred Valley of the Incas
  • •Machu Picchu
  • •Uros Island and Sun Island
  • •Catamaran crossing of Lake Titicaca
  • •City Tour in Buenos Aires
  • •Tango Dinner and Show
  • •Visit to the Argentine Falls
  • •Visit to the Brazilian Falls
  • •Panoramic tour of the beaches and ascent to Corcovado Christ in Rio de Janeiro
  • •Panoramic city tour and Ascent to Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro
  • Note:
  • This itinerary may be subject to changes and confirmation. Airfare is not included in the package price and must be arranged separately. Prices are per person and based on double occupancy. For single travelers or groups of three, different rates apply. Prices are valid until December 8, 2024, and are subject to change without notice due to fluctuations in exchange rates, operational costs, or seasonal variations.
  • Example of airfare from Mexico subject to confirmation:
  • From $ 1,690 USD INCLUDING Taxes
  • Note:

Day to day trip
Day01
To Quito ECUADOR
Arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel.

MODERATE FIRST: Casa Gardenia or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:    Casona de la Ronda Boutique

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Day02
Quito - City Tour - Middle of the World
Visit to the city of Quito, including the Church of La Compañía de Jesús. Lunch included and in the afternoon, visit to the Middle of the World Monument and Intiñan site museum.

 

Ad. Breakfast - Lunch
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Day03
Quito - Lima PERU - City Tour
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Transfer to the airport to board the flight (not included) to Lima. Reception and accommodation.

MODERATE FIRST: Casa Andina Miraflores Centro or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Casa Andina Select Miraflores

In the afternoon, we explore the old part of Lima. During the visit, we will appreciate the grand architecture of the Spanish Empire: the Love Park in Miraflores, the Government Palace, the Municipality, the Cathedral, and the Convent of San Francisco, all located in the Plaza Mayor.

Ad. Breakfast
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Day04
Lima - Cusco - City Tour
Transfer to the airport to fly to Cusco. (Flight not included) Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

MODERATE FIRST: Los Portales or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Casa Andina Plaza or similar

In the afternoon, visit the former capital of the Inca Empire. You will see emblematic buildings such as: the Convent of Santo Domingo, the main square where the Cathedral is located, the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman, the Puma Sanctuary, the Korikancha Temple, and the Temple of the Sun God.

Ad. Breakfast
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Day05
Cusco - Sacred Valley of the Incas
Today we tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas and the Urubamba Valley. Lunch included and then visit to the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo. Staying in the Sacred Valley is in itself an enchanting experience as it not only offers a peaceful night in a more rural setting but also allows for a more relaxed departure to Machu Picchu the following day. Accomodation in

MODERATE FIRST: Agusto Hotel

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Sonesta Posada del Inca Yucay or similar

Ad. Breakfast - Lunch
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Day06
Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco
This morning we ascend the winding road to the citadel of Machu Picchu, a World Cultural Heritage site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This lost city of the Incas amazes us with its terraces, ceremonial sanctuaries, stairways, and urban areas. Time to tour the ruins. Lunch included. In the afternoon, return to Aguas Calientes to board the train back to Cusco.
Ad. Breakfast - Lunch
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Day07
Cusco - Puno
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We will depart on a tourist bus with some stops along this scenic route to the city of Puno, known as the "folkloric capital" of Peru and famous for its location on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Lunch included. Accomodation at

MODERATE FIRST: Xima Puno Hotel or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Jose Antonio Hotel or similar

Ad. Breakfast - Lunch
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Day08
Puno - Cultural Exploration: Uros Islands and Hatun Colla Cemetery
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In the morning, we visit the floating islands of the Uros and other indigenous communities on the Lake. In the afternoon, the pre-Inca cemetery of the Hatun chiefs. Return to the hotel.
Ad. Breakfast
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Day09
Puno - Lake Titicaca - La Paz BOLIVIA
Crossing Lake Titicaca, the site of the famous reed rafts. You will have the opportunity to experience the rich cultural diversity and landscape of the Andean region. We visit the Island of the Sun with the Inca Garden and the famous Inca Fountain. Continue to La Paz, the capital of Bolivia. Lunch included. Accomodation at your hotel

MODERATE FIRST: Presidente Hotel or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Europa Hotel or similar

Ad. Breakfast - Lunch
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Day10
La Paz - Moon Valley
We begin our city tour visiting the typical Witches' Market, the Colonial Church of San Francisco, Metropolitan Cathedral, the Government Palace, and Parliament. To finish, visit the Moon Valley famous for its impressive geological formations that resemble a lunar landscape.
Ad. Breakfast
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Day11
La Paz - Buenos Aires ARGENTINA
Transfer to the airport for the flight (not included) to Buenos Aires. Reception and transfer to the hotel.

MODERATE FIRST: De las Americas or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Kenton or similar

Ad. Breakfast
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Day12
Buenos Aires - City Tour and Tango Dinner Show
This morning, we take a panoramic city tour. We start at Plaza de Mayo, the stage of the country's most important events since 1810, from where we can see the surrounding buildings such as Casa Rosada (Government House), the Cathedral, and the Cabildo. Our second stop is La Boca, but on the way, we pass by city icons such as the Obelisk and the Teatro Colón, one of the top five opera houses in the world. Upon arriving in La Boca, we explore its colorful streets, a result of the tenement houses and its famous Caminito Street, which we walk to appreciate the works of local artists. We leave the southern part of the city to reach the northern area, consisting of the neighborhoods of Palermo and Recoleta, where we make a final stop to enjoy the aristocratic part, famous for containing the Recoleta Cemetery. Free afternoon and in the evening, we attend a Dinner Show where you will enjoy the magnetism of Tango.
Ad. Breakfast - Diner
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Day13
Buenos Aires
Free day at leisure to enjoy the city or discover its corners, museums, parks, and bars, where it is possible to enjoy the classic porteño coffee. Optionally, you may attend a traditional Gaucho Party or take the excursion to "Tigre" and the Paraná River delta.
Ad. Breakfast
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Day14
Buenos Aires - Puerto Iguazu
At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board the flight (not included) to Puerto Iguazu. Arrival, reception, and accommodation

MODERATE FIRST: San Martin or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Viale or similar

Ad. Breakfast
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Day15
Puerto Iguazu – Argentine Falls
In the morning visit to the Falls on the Argentine side. The Falls have been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and one of the Seven Modern Wonders of Nature. During the tour, we cover the three circuits: Devil's Throat (to reach the balcony and viewpoint of the park's most imposing waterfall), the Upper (allows a vertical view of the falls), and the Lower (provides closer contact with the vegetation and waterfalls). Return to the hotel. In the afternoon, you may optionally take "the Great Adventure", an excursion that combines a boat ride to some of the waterfalls and an exciting crossing through the jungle.
Ad. Breakfast
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Day16
Puerto Iguazu – Foz do Iguaçu – Brazilian Falls - Rio de Janeiro
In the morning visit the Foz do Iguaçu National Park to admire the falls from a different perspective offered by the Brazilian side. Afterward, transfer to the airport for the flight (not included) to Rio de Janeiro. Reception and transfer to the hotel.

MODERATE FIRST: Augustus Rio Copa or similar

SUPERIOR FIRST:   Grand Mercure Rio Copacabana or similar

Ad. Breakfast
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Day17
Rio de Janeiro – Beaches and Corcovado – City Tour and Sugarloaf Mountain
Discover why Rio de Janeiro is considered the "Marvelous City". Visit the city's most famous attraction, the "wonder of Rio", better known as Christ the Redeemer. It is one of the most visited tourist spots in the city. From the summit, the view is heavenly. Departure from the hotel, panoramic tour of the beaches and ascent to Corcovado by train through the Tijuca Forest Park. The train was inaugurated by Emperor Pedro II, and the ride allows a review of Brazil's history. In addition to being an ecological refuge, Corcovado is part of the Tijuca Forest National Park, the largest urban forest in the world. Lunch is included (excluding drinks). After lunch, a panoramic tour of the city center to appreciate its old and modern architecture. Then, visit to the 395-meter-high Sugarloaf Mountain above sea level. The mountain is located in the middle of Guanabara Bay. The ascent is carried out in two stages until reaching the peak and having a wonderful view of the city. At the end of the excursion, return to the hotel.
Ad. Breakfast - Lunch
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Day18
Rio de Janeiro
Free day. Enjoy a city that treasures a very rich cultural life, landscapes in which the jungle, sea, and mountains merge to give Rio de Janeiro the status of a unique city. Its 450 years of history and its beauty made it the first city in the world to receive from UNESCO the title of World Cultural Heritage. In the evening, we suggest attending Ginga Tropical, a perfect show to learn about Brazil's history through its dances and musical rhythms.
Ad. Breakfast
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Day19
Rio de Janeiro – your City of Origin
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Transfer to the airport for your flight (not included) to your city of origin.

 

Ad. Breakfast
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Hotels subject to availability or exchange for other similar ones.
Not included
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  • ANY SERVICE NOT MENTIONED AS INCLUDED
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