Grand South America

Grand South America

Lima, Peru
Lima

Lima, Peru

Days 1-2
Terraced fields of Incas in the Sacred Valley Peru
Sacred Valley

Terraced fields of Incas in the Sacred Valley Peru

Day 3
Sacred Valley, Peru
Sacred Valley of the Incas

Sacred Valley, Peru

Day 3
Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu, Peru

Days 5-6
Cusco

Cusco, Peru

Days 7-8
Cathedral church in the Old town of the city
Lima

Cathedral church in the Old town of the city

Days 11-12
Santiago, Chile
Santiago

Santiago, Chile

Days 12-13
Valparaíso
Valparaiso

Valparaíso

Day 14
Valparaíso
Valparaíso

Valparaíso

Day 14
Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Days 15-17
Iguassu

Iguazu Falls

Day 18
Iguassu Falls

Iguazu Falls

Day 18
Iguazu Falls
Iguassu National Park

Iguazu Falls

Day 18
Iguazu Falls
Iguazu

Iguazu Falls

Day 18
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Days 20-23

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Grand South America" tour, a luxurious journey through the vibrant cultures and breathtaking landscapes of Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. Begin in Lima, exploring its historic sites and culinary delights, before venturing into the Sacred Valley to learn about traditional weaving and salt mining. Experience the mystical allure of Machu Picchu and the vibrant city of Cusco. Cruise the serene waters of Lake Titicaca, then fly to Santiago for a taste of Chilean wine country. In Buenos Aires, immerse yourself in the tango and gaucho traditions. Marvel at the majestic Iguassu Falls and conclude your adventure in Rio de Janeiro, with its iconic beaches and the Christ the Redeemer statue. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, natural wonders, and exceptional dining experiences, ensuring an unforgettable South American adventure. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Lima: Take a guided visit of the Monastery and its catacombs.

  • Visit Casa Aliaga, one of the oldest houses in Lima, built in 1535.

  • Explore Machu Picchu and its surrounding Cloud Forest, including a twilight nature walk.

  • Cusco: Visit the ruins of Tambomachay and enjoy a picturesque walk past Puca Pucara and Qenqo.

  • Santiago: Enjoy a cocktail reception followed by a Chilean seafood lunch at Mestizo Restaurante.

  • Buenos Aires: Meet local gauchos and learn about their traditions on a horseback ride.

  • Iguassu Falls: Experience the grandeur of the falls and visit the Bird Park, home to 120 species of birds.

  • Rio de Janeiro: Take a train up Corcovado Hill to admire the Christ the Redeemer statue.

Places You'll See

Christ The Redeemer

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Lima, Peru

Location: Lima

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: JW Marriott Hotel, Lima (Ocean View Room).

Meals Included: Dinner

Journey by private transfer to the JW Marriott Hotel Lima where your ocean view room waits. Tonight, savour the culinary art of chef Jaime Pesaque at SAPIENS to begin your Peru luxury tour.

Day 2: Lima, City Of The Kings

Location: Lima

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: JW Marriott Hotel, Lima (Ocean View Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Discover Lima’s top sites including the Cathedral, Government Palace, Archbishop`s Palace and the City Hall. Enhance your tour and choose to visit the San Francisco Monastery and its catacombs or step inside the historic Casa Aliaga, one of the oldest houses in Lima and that has been in the Aliaga family for 17 generations. A journey into Peruvian cuisine and culture awaits with lunch at the iconic Casa Tambo restaurant and museum, before visiting Barranco, the bohemian heart of Lima where many of the country's artists, musicians, photographers and designers live and work. Pause at the Bridge of Sighs which has inspired poets and songwriters before you’re treated to an exclusive visit to the home and workshop of renowned Peruvian sculptor and painter, Victor Delfin.

Day 3: On To The Sacred Valley

Location: Sacred Valley

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tambo del Inka, Sacred Valley.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A crafted-for-you experience awaits today in the heart of the Sacred Valley as Quechua scholar Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez shares the history and culture of traditional Peruvian Cusqueñan textile weavers at the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco. Learn about her mission to preserve traditional weaving techniques before feasting on lunch at her restaurant featuring traditional culinary delights of the region. Your next magnificent culinary encounter features ingredients grown on property.

Day 4: Exploring The Sacred Valley Relaxed Start

Location: Sacred Valley

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tambo del Inka, Sacred Valley.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

A local salt miner shares ancient salt mining techniques, passed down through generations. Uncover more of Peru’s past dining on a caja china lunch before a local shaman welcomes you to the Sacred Valley at a traditional blessing ceremony.

Day 5: Journey To Machu Picchu

Location: Machu Picchu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel (Superior Deluxe Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Board the panoramic Vistadome train for your journey to Machu Picchu, pausing for lunch above the Vilcanota River followed by a guided walk through the lush and enchanting cloud forest. Learn the art of tea making at a working tea plantation or view the world’s largest private collection of indigenous orchids.

Day 6: Mysterious Machu Picchu

Location: Machu Picchu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel (Superior Deluxe Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arriving at the enigmatic Machu Picchu, your Local Expert paints a picture of Incan history on the Temple of the Sun, Sacred Plaza and the Intihuatana. Feast on an Andean lunch, then soak in grand views of Machu Picchu or return to the Pueblo for a twilight nature walk showcasing sacred Pre-Inca pictographs.

Day 7: Return To Cusco Relaxed Start

Location: Sacred Valley, Cusco

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel (Suite with oxygen).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Travel back to the Sacred Valley by train where the panoramic windows and observation outdoor carriage bring the stunning surroundings in. Then enjoy traditional Pachamanca feast of Peruvian cuisine cooked underground that will transport you back to pre-historic times. You’ll continue your trip to Cusco with a fascinating stop in the village of Lamay for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience.  Conclude your day as you check into your five-centuries-old mansion in Cusco.

Day 8: Historical Cusco Relaxed Start

Location: Cusco

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel (Suite with oxygen).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Step into the past at Cusco’s ruins of Sacsayhuaman, one of the most important Incan sites of sacred towers, shrines and zigzagging walls of giant, interlocking stones. Feel like an archaeologist exploring among the ruins before curating your day. Return to Cusco and visit San Blas church and the surroundings of this fascinating arty neighbourhood of Cusco. After San Blas, continue to San Pedro market for some local shopping and insight in Peruvian produce. Or, continue your exploration of various ruins just outside of Cusco on a picturesque hike. You will end up in the San Blas district to conclude your day with a memorable dinner at MAP Restaurant, an intimate “glass box” in the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art.

Day 9: Lake Region Of Peru

Location: Sillustani, Puno

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca, Puno (Premium Sunrise Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Take your time in the sacred burial grounds of Sillustani. Reach Puno, for your stay GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the private island of Esteves, where you are treated to a lakeside sunset.

Day 10: The Floating Islands Of Lake Titicaca

Location: Lake Titicaca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca, Puno (Premium Sunrise Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

A private cruise of Lake Titicaca with your Local Expert showcases the incredible man-made Uros Floating Islands made entirely of reeds. On Amantani Island, join a local family for a farm-to-table lunch and stroll among the ancient ruins and terraced hillsides offering views across the water.

Day 11: Puno, Back To Lima

Location: Puno, Lima

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: JW Marriott Hotel, Lima (Ocean View Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Return to Lima for your stay at the JW Marriott Hotel Lima in the vibrant Miraflores District. Savor a sensational dinner at Matria, where chef Arlette Eulert Checa intrigues and delights with creative seasonal dishes.

Day 12: Fly To Santiago

Location: Lima, Santiago

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Singular Lastarria Hotel, Santiago.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Bid farewell to Limabound for Santiago, Chile's capital and largest city, arriving at The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel. Sip on a cocktail at the ninth floor Sky Bar or soak in views from the elevated terrace, the Parque Forestal, before a dinner of Chilean specialties.

Day 13: The Sights Of Santiago Relaxed Start

Location: Santiago

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Singular Lastarria Hotel, Santiago.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Discover the sites of Santiago from San Francisco Church and the Santa Lucia Hill to the bustling Plaza de Armas, Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral and San Cristóbal Hill to indulge in 360-degree views of the city. Enjoy a local Chilean seafood lunch as you continue your grand tour of South America.

Day 14: Valparaiso And Wine Country

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Monica Burgos

Location: Valparaiso

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Singular Lastarria Hotel, Santiago.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Savour the best of Chilean wine country at the coastal towns of Viña del Mar, “Garden City,” and UNESCO-listed port of Valparaíso. Relish seaside breezes over lunch and treat your palate to Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc and one of the best-rated Pinot Noirs in Chile paired with a traditional empanadas at Kingston Family Vineyards.

Day 15: Fly To Buenos Aires

Location: Buenos Aires

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires (Palace Premier Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, jet off to glamorous Buenos Aires for your luxurious stay at your hotel in the stylish neighbourhood of La Recoleta. Settle into your comfortable surroundings before enjoying mesmerising music and dance at Rojo Tango.

Day 16: Beautiful Buenos Aires Relaxed Start

Location: Buenos Aires

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires (Palace Premier Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Explore Buenos Aires’ neighbourhoods and stand beneath the balcony made famous by Eva Perón. Tour the Belle Époque Teatro Colón opera house. This afternoon head to Fogón Asado, opening exclusively for Luxury Gold. Indulge in a restaurant that presents a new way of living the traditional Argentine 'asado.'

Day 17: Pampas, Estancias And Gauchos Relaxed Start

Location: Buenos Aires

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires (Palace Premier Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Delve into the world of “gauchos,” South American cowboys, visiting a traditional “estancia” ranch enjoying a guided horseback ride, gaining insight into the traditions or joining a guided tour ending with traditional mate tea. Conclude the day entertained by a show of horsemanship skills and folk music paired with a succulent asado lunch and traditional mate tea.

Day 18: The Falls Of Iguassu

Location: Iguassu Falls, Iguassu Falls

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, Iguassu (Superior Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Experience nature’s grandeur at the Argentinean side of Iguassu Falls with your Local Expert where winding catwalks lure you to the rushing waters of Devil's Throat’s waterfall. Dinner with wine is served at Ipe Grill within your luxurious resort - the only one inside Brazilian Iguassu National Park.

Day 19: The 'Great Waters' Of Iguassu Falls Relaxed Start

Location: Iguassu Falls

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, Iguassu (Superior Room).

Meals Included: Breakfast

A Local Expert shows off the Brazilian side of the falls showcasing panoramic views of San Martin Island and rushing waterfalls. Later this afternoon you'll visit the Bird Park, which provides shelter for over a thousand birds, butterflies and reptiles from across South America on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience.

Day 20: Rio De Janeiro, City Of Sea And Samba

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Belmond Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Jet off to Rio de Janeiro, the 'Marvelous city,' where one of South America’s most iconic hotels awaits. The golden sands of iconic Ipanema Beach and Copacabana Beach are just steps away.

Day 21: Exploring Rio De Janeiro

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Belmond Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Reach the great heights Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for unparalleled views of the city’s peaks, bays and beaches. Dine like the locals at a classic Brazilian steakhouse before visiting the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil.

Day 22: A Farewell To Rio De Janeiro

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Belmond Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Take a train up Corcovado Hill to admire the Christ the Redeemer statue. Uncover the inspiration behind bossa nova during an exclusive presentation with Cecelo Frony, a local guitarist, music aficionado and studio owner. Dine at the French-Brazilian L'Etoile Restaurant.

Day 23: Depart Rio De Janeiro Departure Flight

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Meals Included: Breakfast

After one last decadent breakfast of your Lima to Rio de Janeiro luxury tours, your private transfer will take you to the Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

What's Included

  • Choice Highlights

    Choose between two carefully selected activities in various locations such as Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Santiago, and Buenos Aires.

  • Make Travel Matter Experiences

    Engage in experiences that support local communities and conservation efforts, such as meeting a Quechua scholar in the Sacred Valley and visiting a bird park at Iguassu Falls.

  • Exceptional Dining

    Enjoy a variety of dining experiences that highlight local flavors and culinary techniques across South America.

  • Curated Experiences

    Participate in unique experiences like visiting the home of a local artist in Lima and learning about Bossa Nova in Ipanema.

  • Magnificent Stays

    Stay in luxurious accommodations that offer unique experiences, such as a hotel in the cloud forest near Machu Picchu and a hotel inside Iguassu National Park.

  • Passport Moments

    Explore significant cultural and historical sites with local experts, including Machu Picchu, the Uros Floating Islands, and Sugarloaf Mountain.

  • Personalise Your Day

    Customize your experience with options like visiting the Monastery in Lima or returning to Machu Picchu for a second visit.

  • Additional Included Highlights

    Enjoy seamless personal assistance, local expert guides, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and complimentary Wi-Fi during your journey.

What's Not Included

International TravelInternational flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 11 Dinner (D)
  • 22 Breakfast (B)
  • 14 Lunch (L)

Additional Included Highlights

  • Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
  • In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
  • Included at all hotels.
  • Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
  • Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
  • On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.
  • Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
  • Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.

Curated Experiences

  • Lima: Visit the home of local artist Victor Delfin, known for his monumental El Beso sculpture at his workshop in the city's trendy Barranco district.
  • Lake Titicaca: Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience a you as you meet a local family on Amantani Island. Home to about 4,000 inhabitants, you'll discover how the traditions and language of the Inca culture are being kept alive on this remote location not commonly visited by tourists.
  • Ipanema: Meet Local Expert Cecelo, a local guitarist, music aficionado, and studio owner from Ipanema. Join him in Ipanema, the birthplace of Bossa Nova in the 1950s. You'll learn about the sounds and sights of the place that inspired this new genre of samba music and enjoy a private performance over a caipirinha cocktail.

Magnificent Stays

  • Machu Picchu: This enchanting Andean village hotel is located within 12.3 acres of pristine cloud forest. The spectacular grounds are laced with paths that wind past waterfalls and trails, and organic gardens that wander through the misty forest. A place to relax, while exploring nature and encountering the wonders of the Incan civilization, experiencing authentic travel.
  • Cusco: Dating back nearly five centuries, the storied mansion of the Palacio del Inka stands in the historic centre of Cusco. Directly across from the Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), it is a five-minute walk from the main square and less than a mile from an array of museums, markets and restaurants. Uniting the past and present, Andes Spirit Spa presents indigenous treatments and an indoor therapy pool. Meanwhile, Inti Raymi Restaurant offers authentic Peruvian dishes.
  • Iguassu Falls: Step through the doors into a world of understated luxury. The luxurious Belmond das Cataratas is the only hotel inside the National Park and sits alongside the falls. Soak up the jungle chorus while you float in the pool, stroll gardens bejewelled with orchids and sip caipirinhas as the sun goes down. Embark on the ultimate adventure at South America's first and only Forbes Five Star hotel, and you’ll never want to leave.

Passport Moments

  • Sacred Valley: Learn from locals about the process of salt mining.The cascading salt terraces along this scenic canyon have been harvested using an evaporation technique since the times of the Incas and has been passed down by local families, who still harvest salt from it today to sell to the local market.
  • Sacred Valley: A local shaman will perform a welcoming ceremony to the Sacred Valley and the mystical Andes Mountains that surround it.
  • Ollantaytambo: Join a local expert and visit the ruins of Ollantaytambo. See the magnificent views of the ruins on the side of the cliffs above the Urubamba river.
  • Machu Picchu: Experience Machu Picchu with a Local Expert. You’ll learn about Machu Picchu’s history and the use of each section of including ceremonial, storage, agriculture, temples, astronomical, and observatory as well as the possible reasons why the Incas left Machu Picchu.
  • Sacred Valley: Travel back to the Sacred Valley by train, offering you great views with panoramic windows and an outdoor observation carriage.
  • Cusco: Join your Local Expert for a visit to the ruins of Sacsayhuamán, one of the most important Incan sites and a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site. You'll also visit Koricancha, also known as the Temple of the Sun, and the beautiful colonial neighbourhood of San Blas and the magnificent Cathedral at Plaza de Armas which took 100 years to complete.
  • Puno: Enjoy a picnic lunch on the shores of Lake Umayo before visiting the archeological site of Sillustani. Explore the stone burial towers 'chullpas' that have dotted the shores since pre-Inca times.
  • Lake Titicaca: Visit the Uros Floating Islands to learn about the lifestyle and customs of the local people and enjoy lunch with this community that bundles reeds from the lake to build floating platforms, houses and canoes.
  • Santiago: Meet a Local Expert for an in-depth city exploration. Start out at the heart of the city, seeing the Chilean University, San Francisco Church and the Santa Lucia Hill. Then visit the Plaza de Armas and the cathedral. Cross the Mapocho river to the bohemian Bellavista district on the way to San Cristóbal Hill, where you will have the best views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains.
  • Santiago: Visit Kingston Family Vineyards, a small boutique winery located in Casablanca Valley for an introduction to and tasting of their exquisite wines.
  • Valparaiso: From Santiago, head west towards Valparaíso. Pass by the main square where you can see the monument honoring the 1879 Naval Battle of Iquique. Declared a World Heritage by UNESCO, Valparaíso offers unique ocean landscapes with colorful neighborhoods, picturesque cobblestone streets, and old cable cars.
  • Buenos Aires: Take a tour of this historical and prestigious opera house and explore the Main Hall, Foyer, Bustos Gallery and the Golden Hall.
  • Iguassu Falls: Head to the Argentinean side of Iguassu Falls and view the unfathomable Devil's Throat with a Local Expert.
  • Iguassu Falls: Join a local expert for a spectacular walk past thundering curtains of water and misty rainbows on the Brazilian side of the falls. Explore the base of the falls and see the impressive panoramic view of San Martin Island.
  • Rio de Janeiro: Experience sightseeing with a Local Expert and a cable car journey to the lofty heights of Sugarloaf Mountain with fast-track admission.
  • Rio de Janeiro: Visit this beautiful library that was built in the heart of Rio by the Portuguese monarchy.
  • Rio de Janeiro: Visit the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, one of the most important cultural centers in the country. Admire the Art Deco design by Francisco Joaquim Bethencourt da Silva.
  • Rio de Janeiro: Take a train ride up Corcovado Hill through the Tijuca National Forest to the open arms of Christ the Redeemer and magnificent views over the legendary bay.

Personalise your day

  • Lima: Take a guided visit of the Monastery and its catacombs.
  • Lima: Visit Casa Aliaga, one of the oldest houses in Lima which has been in the Aliaga family for 17 generations. This colonial house was built by Jerónimo de Aliaga Ramírez in 1535, the year Lima was established. The Aliaga family has lived within 40 rooms of the house ever since, rebuilding and remodelling it after earthquakes. Enter through the large wooden doors opening into a grand foyer with a staircase before touring the grand home.
  • Machu Picchu: Visit a working tea plantation.
  • Machu Picchu: View the world's largest private collection of indigenous orchids around your hotel surrounded by the Cloud Forest.
  • Machu Picchu: Embark on a twilight nature walk where your guide will point out medicinal plants, sacred Pre-Inca pictographs, and an enchanting waterfall in the Cloud Forest.
  • Machu Picchu: Seize the opportunity to return to Machu Picchu a second time on this Personalise Your Day option. After exploring the ancient Inca citadel with your Local Expert earlier in the day, you can personalize your experience and create and savour your own moment at this enigmatic fortress.
  • Cusco: Visit the ruins of Tambomachay and enjoy a picturesque walk as you pass the ruins of Puca Pucara and Qenqo.
  • Cusco: Return to Cusco by vehicle and visit San Blas church and the surroundings of this fascinating artsy neighbourhood of Cusco. After San Blas, continue to San Pedro market for some local shopping and insight into Peruvian produce.
  • Buenos Aires: Meet the local gauchos and learn about the traditions of these South American Cowboys on a horseback ride.
  • Buenos Aires: Explore the beautiful ranch on a leisurely walk, learning all about the gaucho lifestyle.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private transfers, panoramic Vistadome train rides to Machu Picchu, and flights between major cities like Lima, Santiago, Buenos Aires, and Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy seamless transportation that enhances your exploration of South America's diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures.

Accommodation

Experience luxury at the JW Marriott Hotel in Lima with ocean view rooms, the Tambo del Inka in the Sacred Valley, and the Belmond Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy stays at the Palacio del Inka in Cusco and the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas in Iguassu, offering unique and opulent accommodations throughout your journey. ...more ...less

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique experiences can I expect during the tour in the Sacred Valley?

    In the Sacred Valley, you will have the opportunity to meet Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez, a Quechua scholar, and learn about traditional weaving techniques. You will also visit the village of Lamay for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, where you can learn about local guinea pig farming and taste traditional corn beer at a chichería bar. ...more ...less

  • What activities are available at Machu Picchu during the tour?

    At Machu Picchu, you can visit a working tea plantation, view the world's largest private collection of indigenous orchids, and embark on a twilight nature walk to see medicinal plants and sacred Pre-Inca pictographs. You also have the option to return to Machu Picchu a second time to personalize your experience. ...more ...less

  • How does the tour incorporate local culture and traditions in Buenos Aires?

    In Buenos Aires, you will meet local gauchos and learn about their traditions on a horseback ride. You will also explore a traditional estancia ranch, enjoy a show of horsemanship skills, and experience a traditional asado lunch with mate tea.

  • What dining experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a variety of dining experiences such as a Welcome Dinner in Lima, a caja china lunch in the Sacred Valley, a Pachamanca feast, a farm-to-table lunch on Amantani Island, and a traditional Brazilian barbecue at Ipe Grill. You will also enjoy a cocktail reception and Chilean seafood lunch in Santiago, and a traditional Argentine asado in Buenos Aires. ...more ...less

  • What wildlife experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a visit to the Bird Park at Iguassu Falls, where you can see over a thousand birds, butterflies, and reptiles from across South America. This is part of a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.

  • Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?

    We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.

  • What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?

    A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.

  • Who travels with Luxury Gold?

    We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.

  • What is the role of the Well-Being Director?

    Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.

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Grand South America

23 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Visiting: Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sillustani, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Santiago, Valparaiso, Buenos Aires, Iguassu Falls, Rio de Janeiro ...more ...less

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Luxury Gold

Tour code:

NALLZM20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Special diets catered:

Please advise request

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Walking

From: $16821 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 27-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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