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 South America Revealed
Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu, Buenos Aires, Teatro Colo, Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cuzco
Rio de Janeiro
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Iguassu
Buenos AiresTeatro Colon
Lima
Sacred Valley
Machu Picchu
Cuzco
Sightseeing Highlights - Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing tour includes the city's main sights and a cog-train ride through Tijuca Forest and up Corcovado Mountain to see the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. Also included is a cable car ascent of Sugar Loaf Mountain.
- Iguassu: A guided tour to the amazing Falls.
- Buenos Aires: Guided sightseeing of this city including Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, Teatro Colon, Palermo Park, and the famous Recoleta Cemetery, the burial site of Evita Perón.
- Lima: Sightseeing includes the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, City Hall, the Archbishop's Palace and the Rafael Larco Herrera Archaelogical Museum.
- Sacred Valley: Visit one of the most beautiful areas in the world.
- Machu Picchu: Take the Vistadome train to the famous ruined Inca city.
- Cuzco: Visit the Inca city and the centre of the empire 'Plaza de Armas'.
Dining Highlights
- 15 Breakfasts
- 5 Lunches
- 6 Dinners
26 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)First Class Travel Highlights
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; local host on Amazon extension.
- Travel on Trafalgar's comfortable air-conditioned motor vehicles.
- Scheduled round-trip international flights when Trafalgar issues the air tickets.
- All intra-tour flights and round-trip transfers between airports and hotels, including baggage handling at the airport.
- Trafalgar flight bag and portfolio of travel documents.
- Accommodations in hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower as listed or similar.
- Sightseeing program with local guides including admission charges, where applicable.
- Hotel taxes and service charges included.
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| Call (800) 395-9550 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6309811 | | Trafalgar Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | Overnight flight to Rio de Janeiro. | | Day 2 | Rio de Janeiro | Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.The balance of the day is free. This evening, relax over a delicious BBQ dinner followed by a colorful Folklore and Carnival show. A perfect introduction to your vacation of South America! (Dinner)Hotel: Luxor Regente | | Day 3 | Rio de Janeiro | Join an exciting full day tour of Rio. Start with a cog-train ride through Tijuca Forest and up Corcovado Mountain.Disembark and walk up to the top lookout where the towering statue of Christ the Redeemer stands. Then, descend by train and head to a seafood restaurant for lunch. Afterward, pass by Rio's world-famous beaches to board a cable car for a two-staged ascent up Sugar Loaf Mountain. Enjoy the spectacular views of the city before traveling down and continuing past Guanabara Bay and Flamengo Park. Visiting the downtown area, pass by the financial and business center, the Candelaria Church, Saint Sebastian Cathedral, Lapa Arches, Municipal Theatre, National Library, Fine Arts Museum, and the Sambadrome, site of Rio's famous Carnival parade.Your evening is free. (Breakfast / Lunch) | | Day 4 | Rio de Janeiro | A full day at leisure to see Rio your own way. For shoppers, jewelry, art and crafts arealways good buys.Perhaps sunbathe on Copacabana or Ipanema Beach.Sightseers can choose between two tours:A full day schooner cruise froma nearby fishing village with lunch and swimming or a half day 4x4 jeep excursion through a nearby rain forest (both own expense). (Breakfast) | | Day 5 | Iguassu Falls | A free morning in Rio.This afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, where your evening is at leisure. (Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Bourbon Cataratas | | Day 6 | Iguassu Falls | This morning, a local guide will show you the Falls from the Brazilian side on an informative walking tour. The two-mile-wide torrent is nothing short of spectacular. The rainbows, thundering roar and plunging cascades of water make this truly one of nature's wonders. Later today why not join an optional outing on a jet boat to thebase of the Falls. This is the best way to see their hidden secrets and surrounding tropical vegetation. (Breakfast / Lunch) | | Day 7 | Buenos Aires | Amorning tour will take you to the Argentine side of the Falls.Board the Ecological Train and ride to a spectacular viewpoint to see the famous Devil's Throat.Then transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel,situated in the heart of downtown's favorite restaurants and shops.Tonight,why not relax in the piano bar or take a swim in the pool? (Breakfast)Hotel:Hotel Elevage | | Day 8 | Buenos Aires | Start sightseeing with views of the Plaza de Mayo, including the Casa Rosada, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Cabildo.On to see San Telmo and colorful La Boca.Drive down Avenida 9 de Julio, the world's widest avenue, and see Teatro Colon.After views of Palermo Park, visit the famous Recoleta Cemetery, where you will find the graves of many of Argentina's leaders, including Eva Duarte, who later became Evita Peron. The balance of the day is free. Tonight, why not delight in an optional dinner and aperformance of the sensuous Tango. (Breakfast) | | Day 9 | Buenos Aires | Take advantage of a free day and do as you please.Your Tour Director will have many suggestions, including a day trip to the Pampas to learn the daily life of the Gaucho (Argentine cowboy). You will enjoy a BBQ lunch with traditional music as well as a demonstration by the cowboys and their horses. For the shoppers, downtown is full of gallerias and boutiques with great buys in leather, clothing and arts and crafts. (Breakfast) | | Day 10 | Lima | Your morning is free for independent activities.This afternoon transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.On arrival, you will be driven to your centrally located hotel in Miraflores, Lima's premier neighborhood. (Breakfast)Hotel: Sonesta Posada del Inca el Olivar | | Day 11 | Lima | A sightseeing tour begins at the Plaza Mayor, with its Colonial era treasures - the Government Palace, City Hall, and the Cathedral. Next, visit the Rafael Larco Herrera Archaeological Museum, with its extensive collections of golden jewelry and pre- Inca pottery. Lunch will be at a beautifully restored 18th century mansion.Afterward, return to your hotel,with the rest of the day free. (Breakfast / Lunch) | | Day 12 | Sacred Valley | This morning, transfer to the airport for the flight to Cuzco and meet your local host. From here, travel to Urubamba, better known as "The Sacred Valley of the Incas."Visit Ollantaytambo for a walking tour through the quaint village. Continue outside of town to admire the magnificent Inca fortress. Relax over lunch at a local restaurant before going to the Chinchero Market to bargain with the vendors for Peruvian arts and crafts. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)Hotel: Posada del Inca Yucay | | Day 13 | Machu Picchu | Transfer to Ollanta Station for the Vistadome train journey to Machu Picchu. There is time to explore the magnificent ruins of the"Lost City of the Incas"on your own after a guided walking tour. Enjoy lunch at Sanctuary Lodge before making the short trip to Machu Picchu Village and your hotel. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)Hotel:Machu Picchu Pueblo | | Day 14 | Cuzco | Return to Machu Picchu for last impressions of this extraordinary monument.Hiking enthusiasts may want to climb Huayna Picchu. This afternoon, transfer by train back to Cuzco, where the balance of the day is free. (Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Cuzco | | Day 15 | Cuzco | Cuzco is a city enveloped in myth and legend.With a history of more than 3,000 years, it is one of the oldest existing cities in the Americas. Traces of its Incan and Spanish heritage can still be seen today. A morning city tour shows you the Plaza del Regocijo, Plaza de Armas, and the Cathedral.Then, visit the San Blas district,with its historic church and its wealth of arts and crafts. Also, visit several Inca ruins including the fortresses of Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay.The remainder of the day is free.Dinner tonight is at a popular local restaurant complete with Peruvian folkloric music. (Breakfast / Dinner) | | Day 16 | Lima | Late this morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.Your afternoon is free to explore on your own. Check with your Tour Director about an optional evening out to celebrate a great South American adventure. (Breakfast) | | Day 17 | Return USA | You are transferred to the airport for your daytime flight home. (Breakfast) |
| | | * Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. |
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