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A highlight of this South America tour is a visit to Iguassu Falls, where you'll experience the falls on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. Hear the water’s thundering roar, be awed by the rainbows formed in the mist, and enjoy the ecological jungle train that takes you through the rainforest for unforgettable views. But that's not all…you’ll travel to Easter Island, the most remote inhabited island on Earth and the largest open-air museum with 400 moais, ruins, and temples. You’ll marvel at the large statues in various stages of completion, enjoy the second-oldest volcano on the island, visit the topknot-quarry where all the pukaos that were placed on top of the moais were made, and much more.
From the vibrant cities to the scenic beauty, this vacation to South America will leave you with vacation memories you'll cherish for life. For savvy, value-minded travelers, it's the perfect vacation.
Highlights
Guided sightseeing, visit Corcovado to see the statue of Christ the Redeemer
IGUASSU FALLS Guided sightseeing of the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of the falls; Ecological Jungle train ride
BUENOS AIRES Guided sightseeing, visit Recoleta Cemetery; Tango show and dinner
SANTIAGO Guided sightseeing, visit the Cathedral; Farewell dinner
EASTER ISLANDTwo days of guided sightseeing; Visits to Ahu Akahanga, Rano Raraku, Ahu Tongariki, Ahu Te Pito Kura, Anakena, Rano Kau, Orongo, Ahu Vinapu, Ana Kai Tagata, Ahu Akivi, and Puna Pau
2023 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 15 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL
Day1
Welcome to spectacular Rio de Janeiro, home to white-sand beaches and host of the 2016 Summer Olympics! Settle into your hotel and meet your Tour Director, who will have pointers for your free-time exploration.
RIO DE JANEIRO
Day2
Sprawling between majestic granite peaks and the blue South Atlantic, Rio is a city of beauty, wonder, and energy. Guided sightseeing begins with a drive along Rio’s famed Leblon, Ipanema, and Copacabana beaches. Take the cog railway 2,300 feet up to the summit of CORCOVADO to view the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and 360-degree views of Guanabara Bay and the bustling city below. Your afternoon is free to explore on your own. Perhaps join an optional excursion to a nearby favela for a glimpse into the life of these colorful communities that nearly 20% of the people call home. Tonight, perhaps opt for a dinner at a local churrascaria, serving prime meats, seafood, and fish.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
RIO DE JANEIRO
Day3
A free day in Rio allows you to relax on one of the beaches or take an optional excursion to the historic city of Petropolis to see the former summer palace of Emperor Pedro II.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
RIO DE JANEIRO–IGUASSU FALLS
Day4
A morning flight takes you to IGUASSU FALLS, one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. Journey to the Brazilian side of the falls to see the mammoth series of 275 waterfalls cascading over a precipice almost two miles wide and 250 feet deep. Walk into Devil’s Throat Canyon, where the clouds of mist, thundering roar, and 180-degree rainbows surround you—an unforgettable experience!
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
IGUASSU FALLS
Day5
Cross the border and visit the Argentine side of the falls. Begin with a short ride on the open-air ECOLOGICAL JUNGLE TRAIN through the rainforest. A series of boardwalks takes you above the falls to see the water crashing down into the Devil’s Throat. Your afternoon is free to explore, or you may opt to visit the Bird Park, home to many species of endemic birds as well as flora from the area.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
IGUASSU FALLS–BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
Day6
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital. After settling into your hotel, an orientation tour familiarizes you with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards, outdoor cafés, and charming shops.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BUENOS AIRES
Day7
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide focuses on the city’s landmarks, including the Teatro Colón Opera House and Plaza de Mayo, site of La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House), and Metropolitan Cathedral. Also, visit La Boca and San Telmo, one of Buenos Aires’ oldest neighborhoods, and RECOLETA CEMETERY, where Eva Perón is buried. End your day with an Argentinean meal, followed by a sensuous TANGO SHOW.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
BUENOS AIRES
Day8
Today is free for independent activities, or you can take an optional excursion to a local estancia (ranch) to experience the life of the gauchos (cowboys), as well as traditional dance performances and a barbecue lunch.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BUENOS AIRES–SANTIAGO, CHILE
Day9
Fly over the majestic Andes to Santiago, Chile’s scenic capital between the Pacific and the Andes. With a coastline more than 2,650 miles long, Chile is more than 10 times longer than it is wide. With a distinctly European flavor accented with Latin flair, Santiago is one of South America’s most sophisticated and modern cities.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SANTIAGO
Day10
Your guided city tour introduces you to Santiago—the country’s political, commercial, and cultural capital. View La Moneda Government Palace and San Cristobal Hill with its landmark statue of the Virgin Mary. Also, see Club Hipico, one of the most renowned horseracing tracks in South America. Your tour ends at the city’s main square, Plaza de Armas, with a visit to the relic-filled CATHEDRAL. Your afternoon is at leisure. This evening, consider the optional Chilean Folkloric Dinner Show.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SANTIAGO
Day11
Today, enjoy a day at leisure. A trip to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar is highly recommended. A leisurely drive through the countryside and vineyards delivers you to Valparaiso, a city of 42 hills and the inspiration of many artists and poets. On to the chic seaside resort of Viña del Mar, full of unusual architecture and beautiful gardens. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner to celebrate your exciting Latin American vacation.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SANTIAGO–EASTER ISLAND
Day12
Today, board a flight for Easter Island, considered the largest open-air museum and boasting more than 400 moais, ruins, and temples.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
EASTER ISLAND
Day13
Your first stop is AHU VAIHU, where eight large moais lie in ruins, followed by AHU AKAHANGA, said to be the site where bones of the first king of Easter Island (Hotu Matu’a) were buried. Next up: RANO RARAKU, where 95% of all moai were carved and you will find 394 statues remaining in various stages of completion. It seems as if production was abruptly abandoned, leaving a frozen snapshot of time. Visit the beautifully restored AHU TONGARIKI, the largest platform on the island with its 15 moai. See AHU TE PITO KURA, the largest moai ever transported and erected on an ahu (stone ceremonial platforms). Last stop is the beach of ANAKENA, where King Hotu Matu’a first landed on Rapa Nui.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
EASTER ISLAND
Day14
Visit RANO KAU, the second-oldest volcano on the island with a freshwater lake in its caldera. Continue to the ceremonial village of ORONGO to see the restored houses from the 16th century. At AHU VINAPU, see the fallen remains of the broken moai—the figures here are slightly different and have short legs. Next stop is ANA KAI TAGATA, a beautiful cave with wall paintings depicting the Manutara bird. This afternoon, visit AHU AKIVI, with seven restored moais built in the middle of the island. According to legend, these statues represent the seven scouts sent to Rapa Nui by King Hotu Matu’a. Finally, visit the PUNA PAU topknot-quarry, where all the pukaos that were placed on top of the moais were made.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
EASTER ISLAND–SANTIAGO
Day15
Board your flight for a final night in Santiago.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SANTIAGO
Day16
Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Extend your stay
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Windsor Excelsior Copacabana
First-Class
Perfectly positioned on the beaches of the Copacabana in Rio, the Windsor Excelsior welcomes guests through a softly lit lobby and provides exceptional accommodations. With a restaurant serving International fare with Brazilian flourishes, the rooftop pool and poolside bar, and complimentary towels, umbrellas and lounge chairs for use on Copacabana Beach, the Excelsior provides all of the details and services you'd expect for the perfect stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Location
Av. Atlantica, 1800 Copacabana, Rio de Janiero, Brazil
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Spa Services
- ATM
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Currency Exchange
- Business Center
- Pool
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Window Opens
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Daily Housekeeping
- Mini-bar
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- Room Service
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Climate Control
- Pay Movies
- Cable/Satellite
- Desk
- Voicemail
Recanto Park
First-Class
Recanto Park features spectacular architecture that is integrated with the natural exuberance of an area set aside as a native conservation area. With sophisticated surroundings, comfortable guestrooms, and a wide variety of amenities, guests will enjoy a relaxing stay in Iguassu Falls.
Location
Av Costa e Silva 3500, Iguassu Falls, Brazil
Hotel Facilities
- Beauty Salon
- Business Center
- Pool
- Laundry Available
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Voicemail
- Room Service
- Complimentary Toiletries
- In-Room Safe
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Internet Access
- Desk
- Phone
- Daily Housekeeping
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
Kenton Palace
First-Class
Ideally located in the San Telmo district nearby some of Buenos Aires' most prominent attractions, Kenton Palace features a wine cellar with hand-picked local wines, fitness center, wireless internet access, and on-site restaurant.
Location
Defensa 383, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Bar/Lounge
- ATM
- Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Mini-bar
- Phone
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
- Room Service
- Wake-Up Calls
- Hair Dryer
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Television
Best Western Premier Marina Las Condes
Superior First-Class
Situated northeast of the city center, Marina las Condes is a modern hotel featuring an on-site restaurant, bar, rooftop pool, fitness room, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Location
Av. Alonso de Cordova 5727, Santiago, Chile
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Hot Tub
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Pool
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Fitness Room
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Voicemail
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Wake-Up Calls
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- Hair Dryer
Hotel Taha Tai
Moderate First-Class
This island oasis is ideally located minutes from town and features a fresh ambiance. Each of the 40 rooms is equipped with air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, and Internet connection. The hotel features a Chilean inspired restaurant and bar, swimming pool, and laundry services.
Location
Apina Nui S/N PO Box 11, Easter Island, Chile
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant On-Site
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Window Opens
- Alarm Clock
- Desk
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Television
- Daily Housekeeping
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Climate Control
- Hair Dryer
