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Inspiring South America & Galapagos

26 day small group tour with Amazon, Machu Picchu, Iguazú, and wildlife sightseeing.

Buenos Aires to Quito

26 days / 25 nights

Small Group Guided Tour

Multiple departures

Overview

A 26 Day journey of culture, beauty, and unforgettable experiences in South America and the Galapagos awaits: explore vibrant cities, experience the majesty of Iguazu Falls, visit the iconic landmarks of Rio, and journey to Machu Picchu. Get close to nature with an unforgettable Amazon eco-lodge stay and the stunning Galapagos.

Inclusions & Highlights

Inclusions

  • Small group tour, no more than 20 people
  • Guided tours of all major cities including Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro and Lima
  • Ride the iconic train from Ollantaytambo to the foothills of Machu Picchu
  • Stay in a 4-star eco lodge in the heart of the Amazon jungle
  • Explore Santa Cruz, San Cristobel and other outer uninhabited islands of the Galapagos
  • 25 nights in 3 and 4-star accommodation
  • Breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 2 dinners
  • Fully escorted by an English-speaking guide (excluding on internal flights)
  • All internal flights, coach, rail and boat transportation
  • Incredible sightseeing including entry fees as per itinerary

Highlights

  • Buenos Aires - Guided tour
  • Iguazu Falls - Brazilian & Argentinian side of the falls
  • Rio de Janeiro - City tour
  • Rio de Janeiro - Christ the Redeemer
  • Lima - City tour
  • Amazon Jungle - 2 nights in a Eco Lodge
  • Amazon Jungle - Night time wilderness tour
  • Amazon Jungle - Tres Chimbadas Lake tour
  • Cusco - City tour
  • Sacred Valley - Community visit
  • Machu Picchu - Scenic train ride
  • Machu Picchu - Guided tour
  • Lake Titicaca - Uros & Taquile Islands tour
  • Galapagos Islands - Bartolome Island and Kicker Rock snorkelling experience
  • Galapagos Islands - Puerto Baquerizo tour
  • Galapagos Islands - Interpretation Centre
  • Galapagos Island - Tortuga Bay guided walk
  • Quito - Optional guided tour of Quito

Itinerary

Day 1 Buenos Aires

Welcome to Arentina
Stay: Kenton Palace Buenos Aires
 

Day 2 – Buenos Aires → Iguazú Falls (Brazil side stay)

City tour AM (Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, Recoleta). Fly to Puerto Iguazú; transfer to Brazil side hotel.
Stay: Hotel Rafain Centro
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 – Iguazú Falls (Argentina side)

Explore upper walkways and viewpoints; optional Gran Aventura boat.
Stay: Hotel Rafain Centro
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – Iguazú Falls (Brazil side) → Rio de Janeiro

Brazilian panoramic walkways then fly to Rio; transfer to Copacabana hotel; evening free.
Stay: Windsor Leme Hotel – Rio
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 – Rio de Janeiro

Full-day tour: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf (2 cable cars), churrascaria lunch, Maracanã (outside), Sambadrome, Selarón Steps.
Stay: Windsor Leme Hotel – Rio
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6 – Rio de Janeiro

Free day: beaches, Botanic Gardens, churches, Lapa nightlife.
Stay: Windsor Leme Hotel – Rio
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Rio de Janeiro → Lima

Fly to Lima. Transfer to hotel; evening briefing; night at leisure.
Stay: Pullman San Isidro or Similar
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 – Lima

City tour: Huaca Pucllana (outside), Plaza Mayor, Bodega y Quadra Museum, Santo Domingo Convent; rest of day free.
Stay: Pullman San Isidro or Similar
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 – Lima → Puerto Maldonado → Amazon Jungle

Fly to Puerto Maldonado. Boat to lodge on Tambopata River. Night caiman spotting.
Stay: Explorers Inn Lodge – La Torre
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 – Amazon Jungle

Tres Chimbadas Lake by catamaran (wildlife). Canopy tower visit. Night jungle walk.
Stay: Explorers Inn Lodge – La Torre
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 – Amazon → Puerto Maldonado → Cusco → Sacred Valley

Boat out; fly to Cusco; transfer to Sacred Valley hotel; evening free.
Stay: Taypikala Valle Sagrado
Meals: Breakfast

Day 12 – Sacred Valley

Community visit with lunch; explore Ollantaytambo (optional ruins).
Stay: Taypikala Valle Sagrado
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13 – Ollantaytambo → Aguas Calientes → Machu Picchu → Cusco

Train to Aguas Calientes; guided tour of Machu Picchu; return by train & transfer to Cusco.
Stay: La Paccha Hotel - Cusco or Similar
Meals: Breakfast

Day 14 – Cusco

Free morning. PM walking tour: Temple of Qorikancha, Plaza de Armas, San Pedro Market.
Stay: La Paccha Hotel - Cusco or Similar
Meals: Breakfast

Day 15 – Cusco

Free day (San Blas, museums, cafés).
Stay: Xima Cusco Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Day 16 – Cusco → Puno

Full-day scenic bus via Andahuaylillas Church, Raqchi, La Raya Pass, Pukara Museum.
Stay: Jose Antonio Puno Hotel or Similar
Meals: Breakfast

Day 17 – Puno → Lake Titicaca → Puno

Boat to Uros floating islands and Taquile Island; return to Puno.
Stay: TJose Antonio Puno Hotel or Similar
Meals: Breakfast

Day 18 – Puno → Lima

Fly to Lima; time permitting visit Sillustani chullpas en route; evening at leisure.
Stay: Pullman San Isidro or Similar
Meals: Breakfast

Day 19 – Lima → Guayaquil

Fly to Guayaquil. PM walking tour: Iguana Park, City Hall, Malecón 2000, Las Peñas.
Stay: Grand Hotel Guayaquil
Meals: Breakfast

Day 20 – Guayaquil → Santa Cruz Island (Galápagos)

Fly to Galápagos. Highlands giant tortoises; Charles Darwin Research Station & Tortoise Breeding Centre.
Stay: Fernandina Hotel – Galápagos
Meals: Breakfast

Day 21 – Santa Cruz → Outer Island Excursion → Santa Cruz

Full-day boat to an uninhabited island (e.g., Santa Fé/Plaza Sur/North Seymour/Bartolomé); wildlife & snorkelling.
Stay: Fernandina Hotel – Galápagos
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 22 – Santa Cruz → San Cristóbal

AM guided walk to Tortuga Bay (swim at Playa Mansa). PM public speedboat to San Cristóbal; stroll Puerto Baquerizo.
Stay: Blue Marlin Hotel – Galápagos
Meals: Breakfast

Day 23 – San Cristóbal: Kicker Rock or Isla Lobos

Snorkel trip to Kicker Rock (or Isla Lobos alternative); PM La Lobería beach visit.
Stay: Blue Marlin Hotel – Galápagos
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 24 – San Cristóbal → Quito

AM Interpretation Centre visit. Fly to Quito; transfer to hotel; afternoon at leisure.
Stay: Le Parc Hotel – Quito
Meals: Breakfast

Day 25 – Quito

Free day to explore colonial Old Town or join an optional city tour.
Stay: Le Parc Hotel – Quito
Meals: Breakfast

Day 26 – Quito → Home

Tour ends after breakfast. Make your own way to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast

Itinerary is subject to change.

Dates/Pricing

Travel DatesPrice from
10 Mar - 14 Apr 2026$22,245 pp
25 Oct - 29 Nov 2026$22,645 pp
6 Dec 2026 - 10 Jan 2027$22,045 pp

*Advertised price is based on 6 December 2026 departure date and includes a Phil Hoffmann Travel exclusive $50 per person discount.

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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.

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