Cities & Natural Wonders of South America

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day will be free to relax or begin exploring the city at your own pace.

Lima, Peru’s capital, combines colonial history with a strong cultural identity. Once the center of the Spanish Viceroyalty, the city features historic churches, archaeological sites, and coastal views along the Pacific. It is also known for its gastronomy, particularly its seafood, making it a key destination for culinary experiences.

Take this first day to settle in and ease into the rhythm of your journey through South America.

Discover Lima’s Culinary Scene
Today, you will explore Lima through its gastronomy, one of the city’s defining features. After being picked up from your hotel, you will begin with a visit to a traditional market, where you will discover local ingredients, including native fruits such as chirimoya, lúcuma, and aguaymanto, along with a wide variety of fresh seafood.

Cooking Experience & Tasting
The experience continues at a local restaurant, where you will learn how to prepare two of Peru’s most representative dishes: pisco sour and ceviche.

To conclude, you will enjoy a lunch featuring classic Peruvian flavors, offering a well-rounded introduction to the country’s cuisine.

Today, you will continue discovering the Sacred Valley with visits to two of its most important sites.

Begin in Pisac, known for its artisan market and its archaeological complex, where Inca terraces overlook the valley. From there, continue to Ollantaytambo, home to a well-preserved fortress that once served both defensive and ceremonial purposes.

Return to Your Hotel
After a day focused on history and culture, you will return to your hotel to rest and prepare for the next stage of your journey.

Scenic Journey to Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, you will begin your journey to Machu Picchu with a train ride to Aguas Calientes, the gateway town located at the base of the citadel. Along the way, you will travel through changing landscapes as the Andes give way to lush cloud forest.

Visit to Machu Picchu
From Aguas Calientes, a short bus ride will take you up to Machu Picchu. During a guided visit, you will explore this remarkable Inca site, learning about its history, architecture, and significance. Set among mountains, the citadel offers a unique combination of cultural and natural surroundings.

Afternoon at Leisure
After the visit, you will return to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time for lunch and to relax or explore the town at your own pace.

Overnight
You will spend the night in Aguas Calientes, allowing for a more relaxed experience in this setting.

Morning at Leisure
This morning is free for you to continue enjoying Aguas Calientes or, if you wish, return to Machu Picchu (second entrance not included).

Optional visits include Intipunku (Sun Gate), offering a higher viewpoint over the citadel, or the Inca Bridge, an example of the site’s strategic design. For a more demanding option, you may climb Huayna Picchu (subject to availability), which provides a different perspective of the ruins.

Return to Cusco
In the afternoon, you will head to the train station in Aguas Calientes for your return journey to Cusco, concluding your visit to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley region.

Discovering the Imperial City
Today, you will explore Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former capital of the Inca Empire. Your guided tour begins at San Pedro Market, where you can experience local life through its colors, products, and traditions.

You will then visit Koricancha, once the most important temple dedicated to the Sun God, later transformed during the colonial period.

Archaeological Sites & Historic Center
The journey continues to Sacsayhuamán, an impressive complex known for its massive stone walls, followed by Q’enqo, a ceremonial site linked to Inca rituals.

Back in the city, you will visit Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral, key landmarks that reflect Cusco’s historical and cultural layers.

After the tour, you will return to your hotel, completing your exploration of the city and its surroundings.

Discovering the City
Today, you will explore Buenos Aires on a guided city tour that highlights its main landmarks and neighborhoods. After being picked up from your hotel, you will visit Plaza de Mayo, where you will see Casa Rosada and the Congress while learning about the city’s history.

The tour continues through San Telmo, known for its historic streets, and La Boca, recognized for its colorful character and local culture. You will also visit Recoleta, an elegant neighborhood home to its famous cemetery and important figures in Argentina’s past.

After the tour, you will return to your hotel and have time to rest before the evening activity.

Tango Show & Dinner
In the evening, you will be taken to a traditional venue to experience Argentine tango. Through music and dance, this performance reflects the country’s cultural identity and history.

You will enjoy a live show with professional dancers and musicians in a classic setting, accompanied by dinner with Argentine and international options, along with a selection of wines.

At the end of the night, you will be transferred back to your hotel, closing the day with one of Buenos Aires’ most representative experiences.

Flight from Buenos Aires
At the scheduled time, you will be transferred by private service to Jorge Newbery Airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazú.

Arrival in Puerto Iguazú
Upon arrival, a shared transfer will take you to your hotel. The rest of the day will be free for you to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Located near the borders of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, Puerto Iguazú is the starting point for visiting Iguazú Falls, one of the most impressive natural sites in South America. Surrounded by lush rainforest, the town offers a tropical setting that contrasts with the previous stages of your journey.

Take this time to unwind and prepare for the experiences ahead.

Exploring Iguazú National Park
Today, you will visit Iguazú National Park on the Argentine side. After being picked up from your hotel, you will enter a lush subtropical rainforest, home to a wide variety of wildlife. Along the way, your guide will help you spot species such as toucans, parrots, and coatis.

Walkways & Viewpoints
You will explore both the upper and lower circuits, following paths and walkways that bring you close to the waterfalls and offer different perspectives of the landscape.

The highlight of the visit is the “Devil’s Throat,” the most powerful section of the falls. To reach it, you will take the ecological train and continue along boardwalks leading to this impressive viewpoint.

After the visit, you will have some free time to relax or enjoy lunch within the park.

At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel after experiencing one of South America’s most iconic natural wonders.

Exploring Sugarloaf Mountain
Today, you will visit one of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic landmarks. After being picked up from your hotel, you will head to the Urca neighborhood to begin the ascent by cable car.

The first ride takes you to Urca Hill, where you will enjoy views over Guanabara Bay, the Rio–Niterói bridge, and Corcovado in the distance. From there, a second cable car continues to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain.

Panoramic Views of the Coast
At the top, you will have time to take in wide views of Copacabana Beach, the coastline, and surrounding landscapes, offering a different perspective of the city where mountains and ocean meet.

After the visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel, with the rest of the day free to continue exploring or relax.

At the scheduled time, you will be transferred by private service to the airport for your onward flight.

This marks the end of your journey through South America, connecting cultures, landscapes, and some of the region’s most iconic destinations.