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Discover South America's essence on this 19 Day adventure through Argentina, Brazil, and Peru. Highlights include Iguazu Falls, Machu Picchu, and a two-night Amazon stay in an eco-friendly lodge. Visit Lake Titicaca's indigenous communities and experience the vibrant cultures of Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, and the Sacred Valley's ruins.
Inclusions
Small, intimate group experience – no more than 20 people
Two days exploring Peru’s Amazon Jungle
Ride the iconic train from Ollantaytambo to the foothills of Machu Picchu
18 nights in 3 & 4-star hotels, including 2 nights at an eco-friendly Peruvian Amazon lodge
Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 2 dinners
All internal flights, coach, rail and boat transportation
Fully escorted by English-speaking guides (excluding on internal flights)
Sightseeing including entry fees as per itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1 – Buenos Aires Welcome to Argentina! This vibrant city on the Río de la Plata blends grand European architecture with Latin flair and is the birthplace of tango. Discover the local food scene at a parrilla, try choripán or empanadas, and indulge in dulce de leche ice cream. Visit historic Café Tortoni for a tango show and a classic café con leche. Stay: Kenton Palace Buenos Aires
Day 2 – Buenos Aires → Iguazu Falls After an 8am welcome meeting, enjoy a guided city tour visiting Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, La Boca and Recoleta. Fly to Puerto Iguazu (approx. 1.5 hrs) and visit the Brazilian side of the falls. Stay: Hotel Rafain Centro, Iguazu Falls Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlights: Plaza de Mayo, La Boca
Day 3 – Iguazu Falls (Argentinian Side) Explore the Argentine side via elevated catwalks for up-close views of the mighty waterfalls. Optional Gran Aventura boat ride available. Stay: Hotel Rafain Centro, Iguazu Falls Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlight: Iguazu Falls (Argentinian Side)
Day 4 – Iguazu Falls → Rio de Janeiro Tour the Brazilian side for sweeping panoramas, then fly to Rio. Enjoy a free evening on Copacabana’s famous beachfront. Stay: Windsor Leme Hotel, Rio de Janeiro Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlight: Iguazu Falls (Brazilian Side)
Day 5 – Rio de Janeiro Full-day guided tour: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana and Ipanema, plus the colourful Selaron Stairs. Enjoy a traditional churrascaria lunch. Stay: Windsor Leme Hotel, Rio de Janeiro Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Inspiring Highlights: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selaron Stairs, Churrascaria Lunch
Day 6 – Rio de Janeiro (Free Day) Relax on the beach, visit the Botanical Gardens or colonial churches, or explore Lapa’s vibrant samba scene. Stay: Windsor Leme Hotel, Rio de Janeiro Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – Rio de Janeiro → Lima Fly to Lima (approx. 9 hrs). Evening free to explore or enjoy the Magic Water Circuit light-and-music show. Stay: Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 – Lima City tour including Huaca Pucllana (exterior), Plaza Mayor, Government Palace, Santo Domingo Convent and Bodega y Quadra Museum. Afternoon at leisure in Miraflores or Larcomar. Stay: Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlights: Plaza Mayor, Bodega y Quadra Museum, Government Palace
Day 9 – Lima → Puerto Maldonado → Amazon Jungle Fly to Puerto Maldonado, then travel by motorboat to your Amazon lodge. Evening caiman-spotting on the river. Stay: Explorers Inn Lodge, La Torre Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Inspiring Highlight: Amazon Jungle
Day 10 – Amazon Jungle Catamaran on Tres Chimbadas Lake to spot giant river otters, climb a canopy tower for panoramic views, and enjoy a guided night walk for nocturnal wildlife. Stay: Explorers Inn Lodge, La Torre Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Inspiring Highlights: Tres Chimbadas Lake, Amazon Jungle
Day 11 – Amazon → Cusco → Sacred Valley Return by canoe to Puerto Maldonado, fly to Cusco, and transfer to the Sacred Valley. Evening at leisure. Stay: Taypikala Valle Sagrado Hotel Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 – Sacred Valley Visit a local community for a traditional lunch, then explore Ollantaytambo (optional ruins visit). Stay: Taypikala Valle Sagrado Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Inspiring Highlight: Sacred Valley Community Visit
Day 13 – Machu Picchu Take the train to Machu Picchu Pueblo, then bus to the citadel for a guided tour. Return to Cusco via Ollantaytambo. Stay: Xima Cusco Hotel Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlights: Machu Picchu, Train Journey
Day 14 – Cusco Walking tour of the Temple of Qorikancha, Plaza de Armas and San Pedro Market. Stay: Xima Cusco Hotel Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlights: Temple of Qorikancha, Plaza de Armas
Day 15 – Cusco (Free Day) Enjoy a leisurely day exploring Cusco — the San Blas quarter is perfect for artisan studios, cafés and panoramic views. Stay: Xima Cusco Hotel Meals: Breakfast
Day 16 – Cusco → Puno Scenic 10-hour drive via Andahuaylillas Church, Raqchi (Temple of Wiracocha), La Raya Pass and Pukara Lithic Museum. Stay: Tierra Viva Puno Plaza Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlights: Andahuaylillas Church, Chimboya Glacier View, Pukara Lithic Museum
Day 17 – Lake Titicaca Boat excursion to the Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island, renowned for UNESCO-listed weaving traditions. Stay: Tierra Viva Puno Plaza Meals: Breakfast Inspiring Highlights: Lake Titicaca, Uros Islands, Taquile Island
Day 18 – Puno → Lima Visit the Sillustani chullpas (time permitting) en route to the airport. Fly to Lima and enjoy your final evening at leisure. Stay: Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores Meals: Breakfast
Day 19 – Departure Enjoy breakfast before your onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
Itinerary subject to change.
Dates/Pricing
Tour dates
Price from
4 Feb - 22 Feb 2026
$8,395 pp
13 Mar - 31 Mar 2026
$8,795 pp
19 Apr - 7 May 2026
$8,795 pp
8 May - 26 May 2026
$9,395 pp
10 Jun - 28 Jun 2026
$9,395 pp
22 Jul - 09 Aug 2026
$9,095 pp
23 Aug - 10 Sep 2026
$9,095 pp
11 Sep - 29 Sep 2026
$9,395 pp
*Advertised price is based on per person, twin share, and is correct as of 16 October 2025. Alternative departure dates for 2026 and 2027 are available.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
