Day 1 – Arrive Rio de Janeiro
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro, one of South America's most spectacular cities, set between forested mountains and golden beaches. On arrival, transfer to your hotel overlooking Copacabana Beach. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner.
Accommodation: Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Rio de Janeiro
Discover Rio's most iconic landmarks today. Travel to the summit of Corcovado Mountain to see the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and enjoy sweeping views over the city, coastline and surrounding mountains. Later, ride the cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain and watch the sun set over Guanabara Bay.
Accommodation: Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 – Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a day exploring more of Rio de Janeiro.
Choose from the following included experiences:
- Jeep tour through Santa Teresa
- Guanabara Bay boat tour
Accommodation: Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 – Rio de Janeiro to Iguazú Falls
Fly to Iguazú Falls and take in panoramic views from the Brazilian side of this natural wonder. Continue with your choice of included sightseeing before arriving at your hotel, the only hotel located within Argentina’s Iguazú National Park.
Choose from the following included experiences:
- Jet Boat Safari
- Scenic helicopter flight over Iguazú Falls
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Iguazú
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 – Iguazú Falls
Explore the Argentine side of Iguazú Falls, travelling through the national park by ecological train and visiting a series of walkways and viewing platforms, including the dramatic Devil’s Throat.
This evening, enjoy a sommelier-led wine tasting featuring regional Argentine wines paired with local cheeses.
Accommodation: Gran Meliá Iguazú
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 – Iguazú Falls to Buenos Aires
Fly to Buenos Aires and settle into the elegant Recoleta district. This evening, experience Argentine culture during a tango demonstration accompanied by a selection of local tapas.
Accommodation: Casa Lucia Meliá Collection
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – Buenos Aires
Explore Buenos Aires on a guided city tour, visiting colourful La Boca, fashionable Palermo and the renowned Recoleta Cemetery.
Choose from the following included dining experiences:
- Fogón Asado
- Fervor
- Dinner and Tango Show
Accommodation: Casa Lucia Meliá Collection
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 – Buenos Aires
Enjoy a day tailored to your interests.
Choose from the following included experiences:
- Tigre Delta cruise
- Parisian-style walking tour
- Teatro Colón tour
Accommodation: Casa Lucia Meliá Collection
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 – Buenos Aires to Santiago
Fly across the Andes to Santiago, Chile’s vibrant capital city. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy dinner this evening.
Accommodation: The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 – Santiago
Discover Santiago on a guided sightseeing tour. The afternoon is at leisure before choosing from one of two dining experiences showcasing Chilean cuisine.
Choose from the following included dining experiences:
- Liguria Lastarria
- Ambrosia
Accommodation: The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11 – Santiago and Valparaíso
Travel to the colourful coastal city of Valparaíso, famous for its steep hills, street art and vibrant port atmosphere. Explore the historic quarter and enjoy a ride on one of the city's traditional funiculars before lunch at a local vineyard. Later, return to Santiago.
Accommodation: The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 12 – Santiago to Lima
Fly to Lima and transfer to your hotel in the Miraflores district. Enjoy dinner this evening.
Accommodation: InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13 – Lima
Explore Lima’s World Heritage-listed historic centre before visiting a private hacienda. Enjoy a traditional lunch and experience a Peruvian Paso horse show, one of the country's most celebrated cultural traditions. Later, visit the ancient ruins of Pachacamac.
Accommodation: InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 14 – Lima to Sacred Valley
Fly to Cusco and continue into Peru’s Sacred Valley. Along the way, visit Hacienda Sarapampa, a working corn farm, where you will enjoy a farm-to-table lunch and gain insight into local agricultural traditions.
Accommodation: Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 15 – Sacred Valley
Explore the Sacred Valley and experience traditional Andean culture. Visit a local community for a weaving demonstration and learn about techniques passed down through generations. Enjoy a traditional lunch before discovering the remarkable Salt Mines of Maras and the circular terraces of Moray.
Accommodation: Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16 – Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu
Board the First Class Inca Rail train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying gourmet cuisine and spectacular scenery along the journey. On arrival, explore the legendary Lost City of the Incas, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Accommodation: Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17 – Machu Picchu to Cusco
Enjoy free time in Aguas Calientes before boarding the PeruRail Vistadome train for the return journey through the Sacred Valley. Continue by coach to Cusco and settle into your centrally located hotel.
Accommodation: JW Marriott El Convento Cusco or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 18 – Cusco
Discover Cusco on a guided tour, including Plaza de Armas and the city's historic centre.
Choose from the following included experiences:
- Peruvian cooking class
- Sacsayhuamán Citadel visit
This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner.
Accommodation: JW Marriott El Convento Cusco or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 19 – Depart Cusco
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
