South America Express

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Fly into the Argentinian capital, Bueno Aires, to begin your trip across South America. After a few days to enjoy the elegant metropolis, make your way to the majestic cascades of Iguazu Falls. See both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides of the falls then travel to Rio de Janeiro, one of the most attractive cities in the world. The Peruvian capital of Lima i...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Experience some of the highlights of South America.
    • The itinerary includes many incredible sights and cities but with plenty of time to explore.
    • You will experience the vibrant cities of Buenos Aires, Rio and Lima and in complete contrast, ancient cities such as Cusco and Machu Picchu.
    • You will be introduced to the fascinating and colourful culture of Peru as you travel through the beautiful Sacred Valley to the Lost City of the Incas.
    • The itinerary also includes the spectacular Iguazu Falls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides.

What's this trip about?

    Fly into the Argentinian capital, Bueno Aires, to begin your trip across South America. After a few days to enjoy the elegant metropolis, make your way to the majestic cascades of Iguazu Falls. See both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides of the falls then travel to Rio de Janeiro, one of the most attractive cities in the world. The Peruvian capital of Lima is ready to be explored for the day before you fly to Cusco. Here, you will see not only the modern city, but the ruins of the ancient Incan civilization at Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityBuenos Aires
End CityCusco

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Rock Climbing
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Trains & Rail
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • Airport transfers
    • Internal flights
    • Accommodation with breakfast
    • Tours as detailed in itinerary
    • Other meals where stated

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival transfer in Buenos Aires

On arrival, please make your way through to the Arrivals Hall where our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel. This service includes a driver and local English speaking guide, who will provide you with any useful information needed for your stay. He/she will be holding a sign with your name on it.

Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, Argentina’s elegant, historic and cosmopolitan capital, is known as the “Paris of the South” due to its European atmosphere with glamorous avenues lined with fashionable shops and Parisian-style restaurants and cafes. Located on the western shore of the ...

Day 2: Highlights of Buenos Aires City Tour

You will be collected from your hotel for your three-hour tour visiting the most important highlights of the city of Buenos Aires. Discover the history of the Plaza de Mayo Square, the site of Argentina’s most important historical events - see its surroundings and the...

El Querandi Tango Show & Dinner

This evening you will be collected from your hotel to experience a Tango Show with dinner. This is an intimate & passionate tango show, housed in a cozy wood-panelled 19th century building with a colourful history as a meeting point for poets and students in the h...

Day 3: Transfer to the airport for onward destination

You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to the airport for your onward flight. This service includes a driver only.

Arrival transfer in Iguazu

On arrival, please make your way through to the Arrivals Hall where our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel.

He/she will be holding a sign with your name on it. Should you not be able to locate them, please refer to the front of...

Iguazu Falls

The spectacular Iguazu Falls that straddle the Argentine-Brazil border, are made up of 275 individual waterfalls lining a 2.7km wide horseshoe-shaped gorge. The Falls are located where the Iguazu River cascades over the edge of the Paraná Plateau. The Falls can be vie...

Day 4: Iguazu Argentinian Falls

Early morning pick up from your hotel for your full day of exploring the Argentine side of the falls. This tour always starts early in order to beat the crowds and get the first train to the Devil’s Throat. There are walkways over the islands which take you to a balco...

Day 5: Iguazu Brazil Falls Tour & Transfer to IGU (Apt)

After checking out, you will be collected from your hotel for your tour of the Brazilian Falls and transfer to the airport. See see the falls from the Brazilian side of the border. After arriving at the visitor centre, we board buses for a tour of the park. Equipped w...

Arrival transfer in Rio de Janeiro

On arrival, please make your way through to the Arrivals Hall where our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel.

He/she will be holding a sign with your name on it.

Please note this service is with a driver only. Please note,...

Day 6: Corcovado & Sugarloaf with Lunch

After an early pick up from your hotel, this tour makes its way to the bottom of Corcovado Hill, where we ascend the mountain by vehicle. Climbing 4km through the Tijuca Forest, the world’s largest urban National Park, we will arrive at the statue of Christ the Redeem...

Day 7: Rio de Janeiro - Free Day

Today is a free day for you to relax on one of Rio’s famous beaches such as Ipanema or Copacabana, or explore the city further at your leisure.

Day 8: Departure transfer from Rio de Janeiro

You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Arrive Lima

This evening stay at Lima’s premier airport hotel Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel which is connected by a walkway to the terminal. Remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 9: Depart Lima

Please make your way to the terminal for your departure flight. Please note check in time is 3 hours prior to scheduled departure time.

Arrival transfer in Cusco

On arrival, please make your way through to the Arrivals Hall where our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel.

He/she will be holding a sign with your name on it. Please note this service is with a driver only.

Cusco

Cusco, set at an altitude of 3,400 metres in the Peruvian Andes, was once the capital of the Inca Empire. It is known for its Spanish colonial architecture and Incan remains. Narrow, cobble-stoned streets lined by Inca walls stretch out from the main plaza in every di...

Cusco - City Tour

You will be collected from your hotel for a sightseeing tour through Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire. Visit the fascinating Qorikancha Temple of the Sun, the 12-Angled Rock and the Cathedral, built on the ruins of an Inca Palace. From here head to the archaeologic...

Day 10: Sacred Valley Tour

This morning you will be collected from your hotel for full day of exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This fertile river valley was home to many important sites for the Incas, both strategic and religious. The first stop is the village of Pisac, with its famous...

Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes

Travel from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu in this comfortable train, and let your feet have rest. Enjoy an authentic Andean experience, while relaxing in modern and comfortable interior design illuminated by Latin American music. Comfortable seats with tables in front...

Day 11: Machu Picchu Guided Tour

Machu Picchu is a 15th century Inca site, located 2,430 metres above sea level on a mountain ridge above the Sacred Valley. It is the most famous of all Inca sites, but it was not until 1911 that it was brought to the world’s attention by the American historian Hiram ...

360 Machu Picchu Train: Mapi - Ollanta PM

This afternoon travel by train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.

Due to limited space for luggage storage on trains, luggage restrictions apply: one bag or backpack (carry-on luggage) with a maximum weight of 5.0 kg/11 lb, measuring no more than 62 linear inches/157 linear cm (height + length + width)

Private Transfer Ollantaytambo - Cusco

Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station in the Sacred Valley to Cusco.

Day 12: Transfer to the airport for onward destination

You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,101
Price per day$258
Last Updated: 12/15/2021

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Tips, personal expenses
    • International flights
    • Visas
    • Gratuities for tour guides and drivers
    • Any items not mentioned in the itinerary
    • Travel insurance

Accommodation

We believe that appropriate accommodation should add to the authentic travel experience, as well as providing utmost enjoyment. For that reason our accommodation is scrutinised by our staff on the ground frequently, ensuring the properties adhere to our high standards. This key will help you understand the levels of accommodation available on this tour.

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Age Requirements
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Trip ID
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