Grand Tour of South America

Let’s go on an extraordinary adventure through South America, starting in Lima, Peru's vibrant capital known for its rich history and culinary delights. Journey to Cusco, the ancient heart of the Inca Empire, and explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Sacred Valley. Continue to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu. Then, fly to Santiago, Chile's bustling capital, before discovering the serene beauty of Puerto Varas with its stunning lakes and volcanoes. Cross into Argentina to visit Bariloche, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and outdoor activities. Experience the cultural vibrancy of Buenos Aires, the "Paris of South America," before witnessing the majestic Iguaçu Falls, one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders. Conclude your journey in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where the rhythm of samba, iconic landmarks, and beautiful beaches create an unforgettable finale to your South American odyssey.

  • Departure City: Delhi
  • 21 Days Tour
  • Tour Ends: Delhi
  • Tour Type: Family
Lima > Cusco > Sacred Valley > Aguas Calientes > Santiago > Puerto Varas > Bariloche > Buenos Aires > Iguaçu Falls > Rio De Janeiro

ITINERARY

  • 01 INDIA / LIMA
    • Overview
    • Accommodation

    Today we depart India on our scheduled overnight flight to Lima , Peru

    Jose Antonio or similar

  • 02 LIMA
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Welcome to Lima , the capital city of Peru  . On arrival  you will be greeted by your local tour manager at the airport , then proceed  to your hotel and check in where you can rest and unwind in the evening before tonight's welcome dinner . Overnight at the hotel.

    Jose Antonio or similar

    dinner included

  • 03 LIMA
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we proceed for a city tour of Peru's vibrant capital , which starts at the Plaza Mayor with a visit to the lovingly-restored 18th century cathedral on the plaza's edge. View the majestic Archbishop's Palace, City Hall and baroque facade of the Government Palace before continuing on to San Francisco Monastery, which boasts a network of underground chambers once used as the city cemetery. Wander through lively Plaza San Martin before stopping at the Larco Herrera Museum, where you'll learn more about ancient Peruvian culture. Later in the evening we return back to our hotel for dinner .

    Jose Antonio or similar

    breakfast included

  • 04 LIMA - CUSCO - SACRED VALLEY
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we leave for our journey into the Incan heartland of Peru as today's flight takes you to the mountain city of Cusco and En route, stop at the well-preserved terraced Incan ruins of Ollantaytambo fortress, a stronghold of Incan resistance against the Spanish, and the village of Pisac, renowned for its lively market and stone buildings Later in the evening we  arrive at your hotel and have dinner .

     

    Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar

    breakfast &lunch included

  • 05 SACRED VALLEY - AGUAS CALIENTES - SACRED VALLEY
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today afetr breakfast we visit the mountain top Incan citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the standout highlights of Latin America.Catch your first breath-taking glimpse of the ancient city as your train winds its way to its lofty location.Mystery still surrounds this enigmatic city and its 200 stone structures, although modern-day experts believe it was the residence of ancient Incan rulers. Explore its age-old sun temple, sacred plazas and ceremonial bathhouses before returning to the Sacred Valley for the night. Evening return back to our hotel and have dinner .

    Sonesta Posadas del inca Yucay or similar

    breakfast,lunch & dinner included

  • 06 SACRED VALLEY / CUSCO
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we explore the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman, made up of precisely laid 200-tonne blocks that highlight the masterful stonework of that civilisation. Travel onward to Cusco for a city tour of this city nestled in the Andes and time at leisure to admire its fine colonial architecture .  Later in the evening return back to hotel for dinner .

    Xima Cusco or similar

    breakfast included

  • 07 CUSCO -SANTIAGO
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we proceed  to the airport for our flight to Santiago, Chile's cosmopolitan capital city . On arrival we check into our hotel ,  the evening is at leisure and later we have dinner at the hotel .

     

    Novotel Providencia

    breakfast & dinner included

  • 08 SANTIAGO
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we proceed for a city tour of Santiago , which is a slowly emerging from the shadow of its glitzier South American neighbours, with its splendid colonial buildings, majestic mountain backdrop and thriving culinary scene making it a delight to explore. Today's tour starts at the National Museum, and also takes in Santiago's historic centre, the bohemian Bellavista district and the views from San Cristobal Hill. Later in the evening we return back to our hotel and have dinner .

    Novotel Providencia

    breakfast included

  • 09 SANTIAGO
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today afetr breakfast we wander the streets of the port city of Valparaiso as today's excursion takes you to this colourful city, built across 42 hills. Journey from its merry slopes and an UNESCO-listed historic quarter to the coastal city of Vina del Mar - a resort known for its fine beaches and pristine parks. Later travel back to Santiago, stopping en route at an award-winning winery in Casablanca Valley for a tour and tasting session. Evening return to hotel and have dinner .

    Novotel Providencia

    breakfast included

  • 10 SANTIAGO- PUERTO VARAS
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we fly to the city of Puerto Montt, where on arrival we take a short tour of the city allows for fantastic views over views of Angelemo Bay and Reloncavi Bay. Continue to the pretty town of Puerto Varas, which overlooks vast Lake Llanquihue, for your overnight stay. On arrival check into our hotel and have dinner .

    Cabañas del Lago

    breakfast included

  • 11 PUERTO VARAS / BARILOCHE
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we make our way by coach and boat to the mountain resort of Bariloche, stopping in the town of Peulla for lunch and time to explore. Bariloche's snowy mountains and stunning glacier-fed lake make for a spectacular setting in the Andean foothills. Later in the evening  we have dinner at our hotel.

     

    Cabañas del Lago

    breakfast &dinner included

  • 12 BARILOCHE
    • Overview
    • Accommodation

    Take in Bariloche's breathtaking scenery on a drive to Mt Campanario where a lift to the summit allows for fantastic views of the lakes and towns below. Drive through the region, passing historic hotels and chapels, crossing rivers and bridges, and enjoying views over the peninsula before returning to your hotel in Bariloche for the night.

    Includes:

    Kenton Palace Bariloche

  • 13 BARILOCHE -BUENOS AIRES
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we proceed for our flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina's lively capital. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel where you can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure or have free time to explore the city on your own .Later in the evening we have dinner at the hotel .

    Kenton Palace

    breakfast & dinner included

  • 14 BUENOS AIRES
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast our tour leads us  from the city square at Plaza de Mayo past the architectural wonders of Avenida de Mayo. Continue on to the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo before visiting the colorful alleyways and cantinas of La Boca and the modern offices and apartments of gentrified Puerto Madero. Explore the extraordinarily ornate gravestones of Recoleta's Cemetery before returning to your hotel in the evening for dinner .

     

    Kenton Palace

    dinner included

  • 15 BUENOS AIRES
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we enjoy a day of leisure followed by a night of merriment with an evening dinner and tango show at historic El Querandi restaurant. Witness Argentina's passionate traditional dance and enjoy delicious local food and wine in a traditional setting. Ovenight at hotel .

     

    Kenton Palace

    breakfast &dinner included

  • 16 BUENOS AIRES -IGUAÇU FALLS
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast, we catch our flight to Iguacu Falls, Brazil, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of World.Upon arrival, a day trip takes you into Argentina to experience the mighty waterfalls from the Argentinianside. Marvel at its thundering waters as you walk along elevated footbridges to observation points withsweeping views, then make your way to Devil's Throat, the U-shaped section of the waterfall which got its name from the deep roar and clouds of mist it emits as water cascades through. Return to the Brazilian side for your overnight stay and dinner at the hotel .

    Viale Cataratas

    breakfast included

  • 17 IGUAÇU FALLS
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we experience the Iguacu Falls from the Brazilian side, giving you the chance to see Devil's Throat and the Islet of San Martin from a different perspective. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Later in the  evening we return to hotel for dinner .

    Viale Cataratas

    breakfast & lunch included

  • 18 IGUAÇU FALLS -RIO DE JANEIRO
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we proceed  to the airport for our flight to Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, with the remainder of the day at leisure. Evening dinner at hotel .

    Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana

    breakfast &dinner included

  • 19 RIO DE JANEIRO
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    This morning after breakfast we travel to the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain for a fantastic bird's eye view of Rio de Janeiro and Copacabana Beach. Travel to the forested peak of Corcovado where Rio's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue overlooks the city and get a closer look at the 30-metre-tall figure which serves as a symbol of peace and Christianity. Later in the evening  we return to hotel and have dinner .

     

    Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana

    breakfast included

  • 20 RIO DE JANEIRO
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we enjoy a day at leisure to explore the sights of Rio, perhaps joining the sun-seekers on Ipanema Beach or exploring the city's beautiful cathedrals. Tonight's farewell dinner is at a barbeque steakhouse marking the end of your tour. Overnight at the hotel .

    Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana

    breakfast &dinner included

  • 21 RIO DE JANEIRO -INDIA
    • Overview
    • Accommodation
    • Meals

    Today after breakfast we checkout and proceed to the airport for our flight back to India with the best of memories of South America.

    Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana

    breakfast included

INCLUDED

 
  • Return international economy flights, taxes and current fuel surcharges (unless a land only option is selected) 
  •  All accommodation 
  • All meals
  •   All sightseeing and entrance fees
  •   All transportation and transfers
  •  Visa fees from home country  
  •  English speaking National Escorts (if your group is 10 or more passengers) or Local Guides
  • customary tipping including Tips for tour guide & driver
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  • Specialist advice from our experienced travel consultants 
  • International travel insurance  ( optional , we can arrange or you can get yours)    we would be happy to arrange insurance for you or you are welcome to shop around .
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  • All taxes (GST and TCS ) 

NOT INCLUDED

  • Personal expenditure e.g. drinks, laundry and shopping
  • Optional travel/ excursions / visits / shows not included in the program.

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