Wines & Wonders of South America
Wines & Wonders of South America
$7295
Wines & Wonders of South America
16 Days Starting in Santiago, Chile and ending in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Visiting: Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, Valparaiso, Mendoza, Maipu Valley, Buenos Aires, Pampas, Iguazu Falls
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2684
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the "Wines & Wonders of South America" tour, exploring the vibrant cultures and breathtaking landscapes of Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. Begin in Santiago, Chile's bustling capital, before venturing to the colorful port city of Valparaiso and the renowned Casablanca Valley for a taste of Chilean wines. Cross the Andes to Mendoza, Argentina's wine capital, and indulge in the region's famous Malbec. Discover the lively streets of Buenos Aires, experience the traditional gaucho lifestyle on the pampas, and marvel at the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls. Conclude your adventure in Rio de Janeiro, where you'll ascend Corcovado Mountain to stand beside Christ the Redeemer and enjoy panoramic views from Sugarloaf Mountain. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration, natural wonders, and exquisite wine experiences, promising memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2: Fly To Santiago
Location: Santiago, Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Fly overnight to Santiago, Chile’s capital. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring.
Day 15-16: Fly Rio To Uk
Location: Santiago, Rio de Janeiro
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, arriving the next day.
Day 3: Explore Santiago
Location: Santiago
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Surrounded by mountains, Santiago is a modern, buzzy city but there is still plenty of history and culture to explore. Head out on a walking tour that includes exploring the Plaza de Armas with its impressive 18th-century cathedral and 19th-century post office and ascending Santa Lucia Hill for wonderful views over the city to, if the weather allows, the peaks beyond.
Day 4: Visit Valparaiso
Location: Valparaiso
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a day trip to the coast, visiting the port city of Valaparaiso to wander its UNESCO listed hilltop cerros (neighbourhoods) and oak up their colourful charms. Pay a visit to the La Sebastiana Museum before heading on to the Casablanca Valley. Here, in one of Chile’s premier wine regions, you’ll visit a winery where you’ll be served an indulgent lunch and enjoy a tasting session amid the vineyards.
Day 5: Fly To Mendoza
Location: Mendoza
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Board a flight that takes you over the Andes and into Argentina, arriving in the city of
Mendoza. The centre of Argentina’s wine industry, this laid-back city is set in wonderfully picturesque landscapes and is packed with culture.
Day 6: Discover Mendoza
Location: Mendoza
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a walking tour of this vibrant city this morning, wandering the wide, leafy boulevards, airy squares and soaking up the relaxed vibe. This afternoon is at leisure; we highly recommend that you find a peaceful spot to sit outside and try some malbec, the wine for which this region is best known.
Day 7: Explore The Maipu Valley
Location: Maipu Valley
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Head into the world-renowned Maipu Valley,the heart of Argentina’s oldest and most
important wine region. As well as admiring the scenic panoramas of vineyards backed by snowcapped peaks, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to tour wineries and savour fine wines, including that signature malbec, as well as a delicious lunch.
Day 8: Arrive In Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a morning flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s lively and flamboyant capital, known for its rich culture, tango rhythms and grand European-inspired architecture. Take the afternoon to start immersing yourself in the city’s vibrant energy.
Day 9: Explore Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day strolling through Buenos Aires’ neighbourhoods, discovering the unique personality of each, including colourful La Boca, stately Recoleta and culture-filled San Telmo. Then, a true Argentine experience, a night of tango, featuring delicious local food and an electrifying tango performance.
Day 10: Discover The Pampas
Location: Pampas
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, find yourself on the vast, fertile grasslands known as the pampas, to spend time on a traditional estancia (ranch) and get an authentic taste of life as a gaucho (cowboy), the folk symbol of Argentina. A tasty ‘asado’ lunch is included and, in the afternoon, there will be a fun folklore show.
Day 11: On To Iguacu
Location: Iguazu Falls
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to the northeast of Argentina where, on the border with Brazil, you’ll find one of
nature’s finest marvels, the spectacular Iguazu (or Iguacu in Brazil) Falls.
Day 12: Explore Iguazu
Location: Iguazu Falls
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The day begins on the Argentine side of the falls. Surrounded by lush rainforest, getting to the viewing platforms is an adventure in itself, with plenty of wildlife to spot as the roar of the water grows ever louder – prepare to be amazed! Later, visit a Mbororé Aldea village, where the community will share their way of life and age-old folk tales with you.
Day 13: Travel To Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, cross over the border into Brazil, taking in the falls from a different perspective before boarding a flight to Rio de Janeiro. You’ll arrive in the ‘Ciudad
Maravillosa’ just in time to watch the sunset over the famous Copacabana Beach.
Day 14: Explore Rio
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you’ll explore one of the most spectacular cities in the world. Starting the day
at the base of the Corcovado Mountain, you’ll ascend by cog railway to stand with the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer to overlook the city. After lunch, tour the city ending with a ride on a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain, for even more magnificent views over the beaches, bays, and hills of Rio.
What's Included
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Airport Transfers
Upon arrival in Santiago, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
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Walking Tours
Enjoy guided walking tours in Santiago, Mendoza, and Buenos Aires.
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Wine Tasting
Visit wineries in the Casablanca Valley and Maipu Valley for wine tasting sessions.
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Tango Night
Experience a night of tango in Buenos Aires, featuring local food and a tango performance.
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Estancia Visit
Spend time on a traditional estancia in the Pampas with an 'asado' lunch and folklore show.
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Iguazu Falls Visit
Explore the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls and visit a Mbororé Aldea village.
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Rio de Janeiro Tour
Tour Rio de Janeiro, including visits to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
Flights to and from South America are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes flights between major cities such as Santiago, Mendoza, Buenos Aires, and Rio de Janeiro, with transfers to and from airports.
Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided in the tour information.
Experiences
A night of tango in Argentina
The Argentine tango is a dance of passion that represents life and love. There is nowhere better to see it showcased than Buenos Aires, on whose streets it was born; get swept up in the atmosphere on a night full of this drama-filled dance.
Life as a Gaucho
Brave, unruly and a skilled horseman, the gaucho (cowboy) is a folk hero across much of southern South America. Spend the day on a traditional estancia (ranch) set on the Pampas, Argentina’s vast plains, and learn all about this celebrated figure, historically and in the present day.
Wine tasting in Casablanca Valley
Visit Casablanca Valley, considered one of Chile’s premier wine regions. Visit a
winery where you will be served an indulgent lunch all before enjoying a tasting session amid the vineyards with the rich and flavourful wine the region is so well known for.
Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect during the walking tour in Santiago?
During the walking tour in Santiago, you will explore the Plaza de Armas, which features an impressive 18th-century cathedral and a 19th-century post office. You will also ascend Santa Lucia Hill for wonderful views over the city and, if the weather allows, the peaks beyond.
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What activities are included in the visit to Valparaiso?
In Valparaiso, you will wander its UNESCO-listed hilltop cerros, enjoy their colorful charms, visit the La Sebastiana Museum, and then head to the Casablanca Valley for a winery visit, an indulgent lunch, and a wine tasting session amid the vineyards.
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What is the highlight of the day in Mendoza?
The highlight of the day in Mendoza includes a walking tour of the city, where you can wander the wide, leafy boulevards and airy squares. The afternoon is at leisure, and it is highly recommended to find a peaceful spot to sit outside and try some malbec, the wine for which this region is best known.
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What can I experience in Buenos Aires during the tour?
In Buenos Aires, you will spend the day strolling through neighborhoods like colorful La Boca, stately Recoleta, and culture-filled San Telmo. The day concludes with a true Argentine experience, a night of tango featuring delicious local food and an electrifying tango performance.
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What is included in the visit to the Pampas?
During the visit to the Pampas, you will spend time on a traditional estancia (ranch) to get an authentic taste of life as a gaucho, the folk symbol of Argentina. A tasty 'asado' lunch is included, and in the afternoon, there will be a fun folklore show.
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What will I see at Iguazu Falls?
At Iguazu Falls, you will start on the Argentine side, surrounded by lush rainforest. The adventure includes reaching the viewing platforms with plenty of wildlife to spot along the way. Later, you will visit a Mbororé Aldea village, where the community will share their way of life and age-old folk tales with you.
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What are the main attractions in Rio de Janeiro during the tour?
In Rio de Janeiro, you will start at the base of Corcovado Mountain, ascend by cog railway to stand with the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, and overlook the city. After lunch, you will tour the city and end with a ride on a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain for magnificent views over the beaches, bays, and hills of Rio.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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