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Choose among South American Tours that feature visits to fun cities such as Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Santiago. Many of the tours include a visit or overnight stay at the amazing Iguassu Falls. Other themes include extensive coverage of the Inca civilization of Peru, adventure Amazon River cruise, and 15 day cruise around the southern tip of South America. Visit our Galapagos Islands page for Galapagos tours and information.

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South America Escape (SB) - 8 days Brazil, Argentina, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Buenos Aires - from $2,479
Legacy of the Incas (SP) - 10 days Peru, multiple cities & sites, start/end in Lima - from $2,939
Amazonia Voyage With Rio & Igaussu (SA) - 10 days Brazil, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Manaus, including 4-day Amazon Cruise - from $4,599
South American Sampler (SC) - 12 days Brazil, Argentina, Chile, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Santiago - from $3,349
South American Odyssey (SG) - 16 days Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Santiago - from $4,659
South America Explorer (SH) - 21 days Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, start Santiago/ end Rio de Janeiro, includes 15-day cruise - from $3,329

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South America Escape (SB)

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8 days Brazil, Argentina, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Buenos Aires - from $2,479

Explore two of the great cities of Brazil and Argentina at a relaxed pace. Your trip begins with a 3-night stay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. While here, visit 1,300 foot high Sugar Loaf Mountain and ascend a cable car to its summit. Savor spectacular vistas of the city while toasting your upcoming vacation with a favorite Brazilian cocktail. A guided sightseeing tour takes you to the cathedral and to the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning Corcovado Mountain, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. Take the scenic cog railway ride to its top for 360-degree panoramic views. Enjoy plenty of free time to relax, explore on your own, or join optional activities and tours. Next, fly to Iguassu Falls and witness the spectacular beauty of this natural wonder with its 2-mile-wide torrential downpour. Finally, spend three nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s vibrant capital city. Enjoy a guided walking tour at the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cemetery of the Recoleta, the burial site of Eva Peron. Witness a flawless performance of Latin America’s most sensuous dance – the Tango! You have a full day of leisure to tour the city at your own pace or join an optional tour to the Pampas, where you experience the atmosphere of Argentine country life.

Day 1 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Sun.)
Overnight flight arrives morning in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, South America’s largest and most populous country. Rooms are ready so that you can freshen up and rest before taking a first look at Rio. This evening, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a drive along famous Ipanema and Copacabana Beaches to the base of 1,300-foot-high SUGAR LOAF MOUNTAIN. Ascend by cable car to its summit, where you can savor spectacular vistas of the city while toasting your upcoming vacation with caipirinhas, a favorite Brazilian cocktail. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a popular local restaurant. (D)

Day 2 Rio de Janeiro (Mon.)
The city’s landmark, the statue of Christ the Redeemer, crowns CORCOVADO MOUNTAIN, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. A scenic ride by cog railway leads to the top, where a breathtaking 360-degree panorama affords sweeping views. From here, proceed to bustling downtown Rio, where modern office towers stand next to relics of the Portuguese colonial past. View the Sambodromo and visit the CATHEDRAL. The afternoon and evening are at leisure for you to experience this vibrant city on your own. Tonight, you may opt to join in a fun outing to a churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style, followed by a Samba show where the sheer vitality of this country explodes in a colorful extravaganza. (B)

Day 3 Rio de Janeiro (Tue.)
Enjoy a full day at leisure to fill as you wish. This morning, you may choose to join the optional Jeep tour to visit the Botanical Garden with its splendid orchid exhibit, and the bird sanctuary in Tijuca National Park. This afternoon, sightseers might elect to discover historic Petropolis, a mountain resort and the site of the former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II. (B)

Day 4 Rio de Janeiro–Iguassu Falls (Wed.)
Fly to IGUASSU FALLS. The afternoon is dedicated to enjoying the magnificent panorama of waterfalls. The spectacle of this 2-mile-wide torrential downpour—with some cataracts as high as 250 feet—is nothing short of hypnotic. The clouds of spray, the incessant roar, and the surrounding luxuriant tropical growth make this an unforgettable natural wonder. (B,D)

Day 5 Iguassu Falls–Buenos Aires, Argentina (Thu.)
This morning, take the ECOLOGICAL JUNGLE TRAIN and tour the Argentine side of the Falls before your flight to Buenos Aires, proud capital of the vast country that occupies most of the southern part of the continent. After arriving at your central hotel, an orientation walk acquaints you with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards and outdoor cafés. Enjoy an evening at leisure. (B)

Day 6 Buenos Aires (Fri.)
Your included sightseeing this morning starts in La Boca, a colorful district and site of the city’s first port. Take a short walking tour of this unique neighborhood at the mouth of the river and then on to San Telmo—famous for its late-colonial buildings and a popular gathering spot for artists. At the Plaza de Mayo, see La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House) and the METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL, which houses San Martin’s Mausoleum. Drive past the ornate Colon Opera House before reaching THE CEMETERY OF THE RECOLETA, the burial site of Eva Peron. Spend the afternoon at leisure. This evening, savor the atmosphere of this cosmopolitan capital on your FAREWELL EVENING EXCURSION with dinner at a local restaurant followed by a flawless performance of Latin America’s most sensuous dance—the Tango! (B,D)

Day 7 Buenos Aires (Sat.)
Today is at leisure, or consider an optional excursion to the Pampas. Experience the atmosphere of Argentine country life as you visit an estancia (ranch). Get acquainted with the lifestyle of the gauchos and enjoy a barbecue lunch and the warm hospitality of your hosts before returning to the city. (B)

Day 8 Buenos Aires–Homebound Flight (Sun.)

Spend a full day at leisure. Your homebound flight departs late this evening. (B)

Meals Included : Buffet breakfast daily (B), 3 three-course dinners (D).

Hotels/Accommodations:
Rio de Janeiro (F): WIndsor Excelsior Copacabana | Reviews - Prime beachfront Rio hotel only 10 minutes from downtown, 20 minutes from airport.

Iguassu Falls (F): Hotel Mabu Thermas | Reviews - Full service resort, convention center, and spa located neat the waterfalls.

Buenos Aires (SF): Sheraton Libertador | Reviews - Downtown Buenos Aires luxury hotel close to entertainment, theatres, and shopping. 40 minutes from Ezeiza Airport.

(SF) Superior first-class, (F) First-class

Land-only price includes intra-vacation flights

Single Room Supplement: $623

Triple Rooms not available: $84

Extra nights per person in Rio de Janeiro: single room $195; twin room $110; triple room $95.


Extra nights per person in Buenos Aires: single room $195; twin room $115; triple room $105.

 
Legacy of the Incas (SP)

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10 days Peru, multiple cities & sites, start/end in Lima - from $2,939

Discover the lasting impact of the Incan civilization during this exciting vacation to Peru. Your trip begins with an introductory tour of the colonial heritage of Lima with visits to the cathedral and the San Francisco Monastery. Then drive to Ica, wine capital of Peru, for a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines — geometric etchings left by ancient Peruvians. Cruise to Ballestas Islands, which are inhabited by a wide variety of sea mammals, before heading back to Lima. Fly to Cuzco, once the capital of the Inca Empire, and spend the day in the Sacred Valley. While there, visit the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. It remains unfathomable how and when this fortress of gigantic stones —with some blocks weighing more than 350 tons — was built. Stop in Pisac to visit a home, meet some of the locals, and experience the way of life in this old mountain village. Visit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo before traveling through Urubamba Valley by train on your way to legendary Machu Picchu, “The Lost City of the Incas.” Your tour with a Local Guide brings you closer to the lives and mysteries still hidden in these amazing structures. You also have free time to wander and tour the Machu Picchu ruins at your own pace. Then back to Cuzco for a sightseeing tour with visits to the cathedral and the Santo Domingo Monastery. Next, travel to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Enjoy a hydrofoil cruise on this world-famous lake. Visit Uros Floating Islands, islands made of reed and home of the Uros Indians. Return to Lima via Juliaca, and head for home with your lasting memories from this amazing Peru vacation.

Day 1 Arrival in Lima, Peru (Sat.)
Your flight to South America arrives early this morning and will be met by your Tour Director. Transfer to your hotel for time to relax and refresh before an afternoon city tour. Your Local Guide focuses on the city’s colonial heritage during a walking tour. Start at the Plaza de Armas to see the Government Palace and the Cathedral. From here, stroll to the venerable SAN FRANCISCO MONASTERY with its splendid 17th-century cloister murals. This evening, meet your Tour Director and enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow traveling companions. (D)

Day 2 Lima–Ica. Nazca Lines (Sun.)
Enjoy a scenic drive south along the Pan-American Highway to the town of Ica, the wine capital of Peru. Have your camera handy today as you board your aircraft for a FLIGHT over the Nazca plains, which can only be appreciated by air. Your pilot will point out the mysterious markings known as the NAZCA LINES, a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil—some up to 1,000 feet long! Theories vary, but the most accepted belongs to German mathematician Maria Reiche, who dubbed the land the “astronomical calendar” of the ancient Peruvians. Enjoy dinner this evening at your hotel. (B,D)

Day 3 Ballestas Islands Cruise–Lima (Mon.)
Head north to the Bay of Paracas. CRUISE out to the Ballestas Islands, which are inhabited by a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds, including boobies, sea lions, and Humboldt penguins. The huge Candelabro, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside, can also be seen as you cruise back to shore. Board your motorcoach and arrive in Lima by late afternoon. (B)

Day 4 Lima–Cuzco–Sacred Valley (Tue.)
Fly to Cuzco, the impressive Andean city that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. Spend the day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas with a visit to the ancient site of Puca Pucara before reaching the TEMPLE OF SACSAYHUAMAN, perched on a hillside overlooking Cuzco. It remains unfathomable how and when this fortress of gigantic stones—with some blocks weighing more than 350 tons—was built. Next, visit PISAC, an old mountain village where you will have the opportunity to visit a home, meet some of the locals, and experience their way of life. Enjoy free time here to shop for local wares such as alpaca sweaters and blankets, jewelry, or hand-painted ornamental dishes and vases. Stay in the Sacred Valley tonight, with dinner at the hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 5 Sacred Valley–Machu Picchu (Wed.)
Visit the Inca Fortress of OLLANTAYTAMBO this morning before boarding a TRAIN for a short journey through the lush Urubamba Valley. Then, transfer to a motorcoach for the ascent to legendary MACHU PICCHU, “The Lost City of the Incas,” high above the steep valley overlaid with dense tropical jungle. Your Local Guide will bring you closer to the lives and mysteries still hidden in these amazing structures, built by the pre-Columbian masters of this sacred land. Tonight, stay at a nearby hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 6 Machu Picchu–Cuzco (Thu.)
Your entrance to Machu Picchu is included for a second day. Enjoy the tranquility of the morning with free time to wander the ruins at your own pace and experience the magic that is Machu Picchu. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by TRAIN and continue on to Cuzco. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant accompanied by ANDEAN FOLKLORIC MUSIC. (B,L,D)

Day 7 Cuzco–Juliaca–Puno (Lake Titicaca) (Fri.)
This morning, learn more about the Incas and their struggle against invading Spaniards on your Cuzco city tour with visits to the imposing CATHEDRAL and the SANTO DOMINGO MONASTERY. Board an afternoon flight to Juliaca, where you will continue to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. (B,D)

Day 8 Puno. Excursion to Lake Titicaca (Sat.)

Today, take a motor boat trip to some of the more unique islands of LAKE TITICACA. Start with TAQUILE ISLAND, which was once part of the Inca Empire and was one of the last areas of Peru to be conquered by Spain in the 16th century. The Spanish banned traditional dress on the island which is why the Spanish peasant dress can still be found today. Next, travel to the fascinating UROS ISLANDS, home to the Uros Indians who were forced to live on the lake as the Inca Indians pushed farther into their territory. These islands are completely made by reeds and are continually added to as they disintegrate to the bottom of the lake. (B,L)

Day 9 Puno–Sillustani–Juliaca–Lima (Sun.)
Depart for Juliaca this morning, visiting the ruins of SILLUSTANI en route. At this pre-Incan burial ground, see where the ancient Aymaras buried their high priests in chullpas, above-ground cylinder-shaped tombs dating back to the 1400s. Fly from Juliaca to Lima this afternoon. Later, your Tour Director hosts a memorable farewell dinner. (B,D)

Day 10 Lima (Mon.)
Board your homebound flight. (B)

Meals Included: Buffet breakfast daily (B), 4 lunches (L), and 7 three-course dinners (D).

Hotels/Accommodations:
Lima (SF): Thunderbird Hotel Principal | Reviews - 5-star business and tourist hotel located downtown Lima.

Ica (F): Hotel Las Dunas | Reviews - First-class spread out desert oasis resort with many activities for all.

Sacred Valley (SF): Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred Valley | Reviews - Small Sacred Valley resort & spa.

Machu Picchu (F): Sumaq Hotel | Reviews - The Sumaq Hotel is located at the foot of the Machu Picchu ruins and boasts an Andean health spa, bar, restaurant, gift shop, and business center.

Cuzco (SF): Casa Andina Private Collection Cuzco | Reviews - The Hotel Libertador is located opposite the Temple of the Sun. Enjoy excellent local and international cuisine in the Inti Raymi restaurant while watching spectacular Andean dances.

Puno (F): Libertador Lago Titicaca | Reviews - Modern 5-star resort on the edge of Lake Titicaca known mostly for its attractive views.

(SF) Superior first-class, (F) First-class

Land-only price includes intra-vacation flights
included within this package.

Single Room Supplement: $633

Triple Room reduction per person: $8

Extra nights per person in Lima: single room $120; twin room $70; triple room $70.

 

Amazonia Voyage With Rio & Igaussu (SA)

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10 days Brazil, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Manaus, including 4-day Amazon Cruise - from $4,599

Discover the sights, sounds, and flavors of Brazil on this magnificent Amazon cruise vacation. Your trip begins in Rio de Janeiro for a 3-night stay. Take in the sights of South America’s largest and most populous city. Visit Sugar Loaf Mountain and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the city, including the cathedral and the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning Corcovado Mountain. Attend a churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats and a samba show. You have plenty of free time in Rio de Janeiro to relax, explore on your own, or join optional activities and tours. Next, fly to Iguassu Falls to see the magnificent waterfalls and tropical foliage from the Brazilian side. Marvel at this 2-mile-wide torrential downpour with some cataracts as high as 250 feet. Take the Ecological Jungle Train and enjoy a closer perspective on a walking tour of the Argentine side of the Falls. Next, fly to Manaus, gateway to Brazil’s Amazon, for a guided sightseeing tour of the city. In Manaus, embark your cruise ship, the Iberostar Grand Amazon, for your 3-night Amazon cruise. Stops are made along the Amazon’s Rio Solimões, offering excursions to explore the Amazon jungle and local vegetation, see indigenous animals, and visit local communities. En route back to Manaus, cruise the “Meeting of the Waters,” where the chocolate-colored Rio Negro meets with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões to form the Amazon. For four miles, the differently colored bodies of water flow side by side and never mix! What a wonderful finale to your Amazon cruise vacation!

Day 1 Arrival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Fri.)
Overnight flight arrives morning in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, South America’s largest and most populous country. Rooms are ready for immediate check-in so you can refresh. The balance of your day is free. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow traveling companions for a welcome dinner. Drive along famous Ipanema and Copacabana Beaches to SUGAR LOAF MOUNTAIN. Ascend by cable car, where you can savor spectacular vistas of the city while toasting your upcoming vacation with caipirinhas, a favorite Brazilian cocktail. Enjoy dinner at a popular local restaurant. (D)

Day 2 Rio de Janeiro (Sat.)
Today, visit the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning CORCOVADO MOUNTAIN, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. Take the scenic cog railway ride to its top, where a 360-degree panorama affords sweeping views. Proceed to bustling downtown Rio. View the Sambodromo and visit the CATHEDRAL. This evening, attend a churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style. Later, experience a SAMBA SHOW, where the sheer vitality of this country explodes in a colorful extravaganza. (B,D)

Day 3 Rio de Janeiro (Sun.)
A day of leisure or you may wish to enjoy a Guanabara Bay cruise, offering spectacular views of Rio and its beaches. This afternoon, consider an optional trip to historic Petropolis, once the former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II and now a mountain resort. (B)

Day 4 Rio de Janeiro–Iguassu Falls (Mon.)
A flight from Rio takes you to IGUASSU FALLS. Experience the clouds of spray, the incessant roar, and the surrounding luxuriant tropical growth that make this an unforgettable natural wonder. Spend the afternoon enjoying the magnificent panorama of waterfalls from the Brazilian side. Your Local Guide introduces the spectacle of this 2-mile-wide torrential downpour, with some cataracts as high as 250 feet, which is nothing short of hypnotic. (B,D)

Day 5 Iguassu Falls (Tue.)
Today you are taken to the Argentine side of the Falls, where you will ride the ECOLOGICAL JUNGLE TRAIN and enjoy a closer perspective on a walking tour of this side of the Falls. The remainder of your day is free to explore the region on your own. (B)

Day 6 Iguassu Falls–Manaus (Wed.)
Early this morning, head to the Iguassu Cataratas Airport for your flight to Manaus, gateway to Brazil’s Amazon. Later this afternoon, guided sightseeing will show you the opulent sites from Manaus’ rubber boom at the turn of last century, like São Sebastião Square and Palácio Rio Negro, built to be the private residence of a German rubber baron. Next, proceed to the famous OPERA HOUSE built almost entirely of European material during the rubber boom and inaugurated in 1896. Top off your tour with a stroll through the Art Nouveau-style Municipal Market and learn about the region’s local fish, fruits, and medicinal herbs. (B,D)

Day 7 Manaus (Embarkation) (Thu.)
After time at leisure this morning you will visit the Museum of Natural Sciences, housing endemic fauna found in the area. Next, visit the BOSQUE DA CIENCIA, where a guide will introduce you to many common animals of the region living within the park. Continue to the pier and embark your cruise ship, the Iberostar Grand Amazon, your home for the next three nights. Stops will be made at locations along the Amazon’s Rio Solimões, offering excursions to explore the Amazon jungle and local vegetation, see indigenous animals, and even visit local river communities. This evening, enjoy a Captain’s welcome cocktail party before dinner. (B,D)

Day 8 Cruising: Rainforest Walk & Piranha Fishing (Fri.)

This morning, board a Panga™ boat for a short ride to the shore, where you will embark on a Naturalist-guided WALK through the rainforest in the Manacapurú region. Along the trail the guide explains how natives subsist off the native flora. You’ll also learn about some of the medicinal qualities each plant possesses. Keep an eye open for Capuchin and Howler Monkeys! After a lecture on the region and lunch on board, head back out via Panga and try your hand at PIRANHA FISHING. Tonight, under the dark of night, cruise the waterways on a CAIMAN-SPOTTING EXPEDITION. (B,L,D)

Day 9 Cruising: Bird Watching & Local Home Visit (Sat.)
Early this morning, enjoy the sunrise over the Amazon as you depart on a BIRD-WATCHING SAFARI in search of the many endemic birds of the Janauacá Lake region. Later, visit a LOCAL HOME for an up-close view of how the native communities live and work. This afternoon, a CRUISE through some of the smaller Amazon tributaries allows you the chance to spot wildlife. Your final evening on board begins with a gala dinner followed by a Brazilian FOLKLORIC SHOW, the perfect finale to your vacation. (B,L,D)

Day 10 Meeting of the Waters–Manaus (Disembarkation)–Homebound Flight (Sun.)
En route back to Manaus early this morning, cruise the MEETING OF THE WATERS, where the chocolate-colored Rio Negro meets with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões to form the mighty Amazon. For four miles the differently colored bodies of water flow side by side and never mix! Say goodbye to the Amazon when you disembark in Manaus and transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. (B)

Meals Included: American breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Quito and a farewell dinner on the La Pinta.

Hotels/Accommodations:
Rio de Janeiro (D): Sheraton Rio Hotel & Towers | Reviews - Beachfront Rio hotel with 3 pools, activities, spa services.

Iguassu Falls (F): Hotel Mabu Thermas | Reviews - Full service resort, convention center, and spa located neat the waterfalls.

Manaus (D): Tropical Manaus Resort & Convention Center | Reviews - Luxury eco resort at the gateway to Brazil rain forests.

Amazon Cruise (F): Iberostar Grand Amazon | Reviews - Luxury ship cruises along the Amazon River.

(D) Deluxe, (F) First-class

Single Room Supplement: $1,112

Triple Rooms not available

Extra nights per person in Rio de Janeiro: single room $220; twin room $120; triple rooms not available.


Extra nights per person in Manaus: single room $165; twin room $95; triple rooms not available.

Pricing is based on an outside Mandi cabin; upgrade to an outside Tambi cabin from $150.

 
South American Sampler (SC)

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12 days Brazil, Argentina, Chile, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Santiago - from $3,349

Explore the beauty of South America during this exhilarating vacation to Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. Your trip begins in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Visit Sugar Loaf Mountain and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the city, including the cathedral and the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning Corcovado Mountain. Enjoy plenty of free time to relax, explore on your own, or join optional activities and tours. Next, fly to Iguassu Falls to see the magnificent waterfalls and tropical foliage from the Brazilian side. Marvel at this 2-mile-wide torrential downpour with some cataracts as high as 250 feet. Take the Ecological Jungle Train and enjoy a closer perspective on a walking tour of the Argentine side of the Falls. Then fly to Buenos Aires, capital of Argentina. During your 4-night stay in Buenos Aires, tour the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cemetery of the Recoleta, the burial site of Eva Peron. Plenty of free time allows you to savor the atmosphere of this cosmopolitan city or join an optional tour to Pampas to experience Argentine country life. Finally spend three nights in Santiago, Chile, and visit San Cristobal Hill, the Pre-Colombian Art Museum, and the 18th-century cathedral on a guided sightseeing tour. In Santiago, you have time to experience the city on your own or take an optional excursion to the beautiful coastal region of Santiago. From breathtaking natural scenery to bustling metropolises, this vacation to Brazil, Argentina, and Chile gives you an incredible taste of South America’s unique splendor.

Day 1 Arrival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Overnight flight arrives morning in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, South America’s largest and most populous country. Rooms are ready so that you can freshen up and rest before taking a first look at Rio. This afternoon, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a drive along famous Ipanema and Copacabana Beaches to the base of 1,300-foot-high SUGAR LOAF MOUNTAIN. Ascend by cable car to its summit, where you can savor spectacular vistas of the city while toasting the start of a memorable vacation with caipirinhas, a favorite Brazilian cocktail. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a popular local restaurant. (D)

Day 2 Rio de Janeiro
The city’s landmark, the statue of Christ the Redeemer, crowns CORCOVADO MOUNTAIN, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. A scenic ride by cog railway leads to the top, where a breathtaking 360-degree panorama affords sweeping views. From here, proceed to bustling downtown Rio, where modern office towers stand next to relics of the Portuguese colonial past. View the Sambodromo and visit the CATHEDRAL. The afternoon is at leisure for you to experience this vibrant city on your own. Tonight, it’s a fun outing to a churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style, followed by a SAMBA SHOW where the sheer vitality of this country explodes in a colorful extravaganza. (B,D)

Day 3 Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a full day at leisure to fill as you wish. An optional Guanabara Bay cruise offers up gorgeous views of Rio from the harbor. This afternoon, sightseers might elect to discover historic Petropolis, a mountain resort and the former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II. Spend an evening at leisure. (B)

Day 4 Rio de Janeiro
A full day at leisure to savor Rio. Relax on one of the world-famous beaches or participate in world-class shopping or fine dining. Alternatively, you may choose to join the optional Jeep tour to visit the Botanical Garden, with its splendid orchid exhibit, and the bird sanctuary in Tijuca National Park. Your Tour Director will be available throughout the day to advise you on any special activities or available optional tours. (B)

Day 5 Rio de Janeiro–Iguassu Falls
Fly to IGUASSU FALLS. The afternoon is dedicated to enjoying the magnificent panorama of waterfalls. The spectacle of this 2-mile-wide torrential downpour—with some cataracts as high as 250 feet—is nothing short of hypnotic. The clouds of spray, the incessant roar, and the surrounding luxuriant tropical growth make this an unforgettable natural wonder. (B,D)

Day 6 Iguassu Falls–Buenos Aires, Argentina
Take the ECOLOGICAL JUNGLE TRAIN this morning and a tour of the Argentine side of the Falls before your flight to Buenos Aires, proud capital of the vast country that occupies most of the southern part of the continent. After arriving at your central hotel, an orientation walk acquaints you with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards and outdoor cafés. Spend an evening at leisure. (B)

Day 7 Buenos Aires
Your included sightseeing this morning starts in La Boca, a colorful district and site of the city’s first port. Take a short walking tour of this unique neighborhood at the mouth of the river and then on to San Telmo, famous for its late-colonial buildings and as a popular gathering spot for artists. At the Plaza de Mayo, see La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House) and the METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL, which houses San Martin’s Mausoleum. Drive past the ornate Colon Opera House before reaching THE CEMETERY OF THE RECOLETA, the burial site of Eva Peron. After an afternoon at leisure, savor the atmosphere of this cosmopolitan capital on the included evening excursion: dinner featuring Argentine steaks and other specialties, followed by a flawless PERFORMANCE of Latin America’s most sensuous dance—the Tango! (B,D)

Day 8 Buenos Aires
Enjoy a full day at leisure, with an optional excursion to the pampas. Experience the atmosphere of Argentine country life as you visit an estancia (ranch). Get acquainted with the lifestyle of the gauchos and enjoy a barbecue lunch and the warm hospitality of your hosts before returning to the city. (B)

Day 9 Buenos Aires–Santiago, Chile
Depart this morning on a scenic flight over the Andes before arriving in Santiago, Chile’s capital. This country is more than 10-times longer than wide, with 2,650 miles of beautiful Pacific coastline. (B,D)

Day 10 Santiago
Located in the center of the country and perched between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes, Santiago has evolved as the country’s political, commercial, and cultural capital. Step back into the 16th century as your Local Guide traces the city’s history and heritage. Start at La Moneda, the official Government Palace, and nearby SAN CRISTOBAL HILL with its landmark statue of the Virgin Mary. After visiting the PRE-COLOMBIAN ART MUSEUM, your tour ends at the Plaza de Armas, the main square, with a visit to the 18th-century CATHEDRAL. The afternoon and evening are at your leisure. This evening, consider the optional Chilean Folkloric Dinner Show. (B)

Day 11 Santiago
The day is free for independent activities. You may want to take advantage of an optional excursion to the beautiful coastal region west of Santiago. Drive through the undulating hills of Chile’s wine country to the historic port of Valparaiso, and continue along the coast to nearby Viña del Mar. This chic seaside resort with palm tree-lined avenues and lovely villas truly deserves the sobriquet “Pearl of the Pacific.” This evening, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate the success of this exciting Latin American vacation. (B,D)

Day 12 Santiago–Homebound Flight
Spend a full day at leisure or perhaps join an optional excursion to the Undurraga Winery, one of Chile’s oldest, where you will learn how some of Chile’s renowned wines are produced. Your homebound flight departs late this evening. (B)

Meals Included: American breakfast daily (B), 6 dinners (D) including a welcome dinner in Rio, a steak dinner with Tango show in Buenos Aires, and a farewell dinner in Santiago.

Hotels/Accommodations:
Rio de Janeiro (D): Sheraton Rio Hotel & Towers | Reviews - Beachfront Rio hotel with 3 pools, activities, spa services.

Iguassu Falls (F): Hotel Mabu Thermas | Reviews - Full service resort, convention center, and spa located neat the waterfalls.

Buenos Aires (D): Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Towers | Reviews - Located downtown 1/2 hour from airport. Indoor/outdoor pools.

Santiago (D): Sheraton Santiago | Reviews - Full service hotel with indor/outdoor pool in walking distance to the area attractions.

(D) Deluxe, (F) First-class


Land-only price includes intra-vacation flights

Single Room Supplement: $1,093

Triple Room Reduction per person: $107

Extra nights per person in Rio de Janeiro: single room $220; twin room $120; triple room $105.


Extra nights per person in Santiago: In single room $175; in twin room $105; triple room $105.


 
South American Odyssey (SG)

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16 days Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, start Rio de Janeiro/ end Santiago - from $4,659

Sample the unique cultures of South America during this thrilling vacation to Brazil, Argentina, and Chile! Your trip begins with a 4-night stay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Take in the sights of South America’s largest and most populous city. Visit Sugar Loaf Mountain and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the city, including the cathedral and the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning Corcovado Mountain. Enjoy plenty of free time to relax, explore on your own, or join optional activities and tours. Next, fly to Iguassu Falls to see the magnificent waterfalls and tropical foliage from the Brazilian side. Marvel at this 2-mile-wide torrential downpour with some cataracts as high as 250 feet. Take the Ecological Jungle Train and enjoy a closer perspective on a walking tour of the Argentine side of the Falls. Then fly to Buenos Aires, capital of Argentina. During your 4-night stay in Buenos Aires, tour the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cemetery of the Recoleta, the burial site of Eva Peron. Plus enjoy a day trip to Uruguay. Sail on a catamaran to Colonia de Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage City, and enjoy a guided tour.

After a day of relaxing or touring in Buenos Aires, fly to Bariloche in Patagonia and take a chairlift ride to Cerro Campanario. Your journey then takes you on a boat cruise across Lago Nahuel Huapi, a drive through the forests and peaks of the Andes Mountains, a catamaran cruise across Lago Todos los Santos, and a picture stop at the Petrohue Rapids before reaching Puerto Varas, Chile. Stop in Puerto Montt for a guided tour en route to Santiago, Chile’s capital. In Santiago, a guided sightseeing tour takes you to San Cristobal Hill and the 18th-century cathedral. A day at leisure is perfect for last-minute shopping, an optional tour, or additional discoveries on your own. With a perfect balance of guided tours and leisure time to enjoy these wonderful cities in Brazil, Argentina, and Chile, this South American Odyssey vacation is filled with memories to last a lifetime.

Day 1 Arrival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Tue.)
Welcome to South America’s largest and most populous country. Rooms are ready for immediate check-in so you can refresh. The balance of your day is free. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow traveling companions for a welcome dinner at a popular restaurant. Drive along famous Ipanema and Copacabana Beaches to SUGAR LOAF MOUNTAIN. Ascend by cable car, where you can savor spectacular vistas of the city while toasting your upcoming vacation with caipirinhas, a favorite Brazilian cocktail. (D)

Day 2 Rio de Janeiro (Wed.)
Today, visit the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning CORCOVADO MOUNTAIN, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. Take the scenic cog railway ride to its top, where a 360-degree panorama affords sweeping views. Proceed to bustling downtown Rio. View the Sambodromo and visit the CATHEDRAL. This evening, it’s off to a churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style. Later, experience a SAMBA SHOW, where the sheer vitality of this country explodes in a colorful extravaganza. (B,D)

Day 3 Rio de Janeirobr (Thu.)
A day of leisure or you may wish to enjoy a Guanabara Bay cruise, offering spectacular views of Rio and its beaches. This afternoon, consider an optional trip to historic Petropolis, once the former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II and now a mountain resort. (B)

Day 4 Rio de Janeiro (Fri.)
This morning, try an optional Jeep tour to the Botanical Garden with its splendid orchid exhibit, and Tijuca National Park to view native flora and fauna. Spend an evening at leisure. (B)

Day 5 Rio de Janeiro–Iguassu Falls (Sat.)
A flight from Rio takes you to IGUASSU FALLS. Experience the clouds of spray, the incessant roar, and the surrounding luxuriant tropical growth that make this an unforgettable natural wonder. Spend the afternoon enjoying the magnificent panorama of waterfalls from the Brazilian side. Your Local Guide introduces the spectacle of this 2-mile-wide torrential downpour, with some cataracts as high as 250 feet, which is nothing short of hypnotic. (B,D)

Day 6 Iguassu Falls–Buenos Aires, Argentina (Sun.)
Take the ECOLOGICAL JUNGLE TRAIN and enjoy a closer perspective on a walking tour of the Argentine side of the Falls. Then, on to Iguazu International Airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. After arriving, an orientation walk acquaints you with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards and outdoor cafés. (B)

Day 7 Buenos Aires (Mon.)
Your sightseeing starts in La Boca, a colorful district and site of the city’s first port. Take a short walking tour of this unique neighborhood and then on to San Telmo, famous for its late-colonial buildings and a popular gathering spot for artists. At the Plaza de Mayo, see La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House) and the METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL, housing San Martin’s Mausoleum. Drive past the ornate Colon Opera House before reaching THE CEMETERY OF THE RECOLETA, the burial site of Eva Peron. Savor the atmosphere of this cosmopolitan capital on the included evening excursion: dinner featuring Argentine steaks and other specialties topped off by a flawless PERFORMANCE of Latin America’s most sensuous dance—the Tango! (B,D)

Day 8 Buenos Aires–Uruguay–Buenos Aires (Tue.)
Today, visit another South American country—Uruguay. Travel by CATAMARAN to the World Heritage City of Colonia del Sacramento. Founded by Portuguese settlers from Brazil in 1680, this town held a strategic position as a smuggling outpost for transporting British goods across the Rio de la Plata into the Spanish colonies throughout the 17th century. Today, its charm lies in its narrow streets and colonial buildings. Enjoy a guided tour and lunch. (B,L)

Day 9 Buenos Aires (Wed.)
Enjoy a full day at leisure, with an optional excursion to the Pampas. Experience the atmosphere of Argentine country life as you visit an estancia (ranch). Get acquainted with the lifestyle of the gauchos and enjoy a barbecue lunch and the warm hospitality of your hosts before returning to the city. (B)

Day 10 Buenos Aires–Bariloche (Thu.)
Fly south to Bariloche in Patagonia on the shores of fjord-like Lago Nahuel Huapi in the heart of Argentina’s Lake District. Arrive in the early evening, with time to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the picturesque town center. See the city hall, the clock tower in Municipality Square, and the famous chocolate factories. (B,D)

Day 11 Bariloche (Fri.)
This chic alpine resort boasts some of the most glorious scenery in the country. Cameras should be ready for today’s chairlift ride to a lookout point at CERRO CAMPANARIO. You’ll want to capture the vistas of surrounding lakes and Andes mountain peaks. The tour continues with a leisurely drive around the Llao Llao Peninsula, Lago Moreno, and Lopez Bay. (B,L)

Day 12 Bariloche–Puerto Varas, Chile (Sat.)
Set out today for your ANDES LAKE CROSSING! Board a boat for the CRUISE across Lago Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Blest. Proceed by motorcoach and see emerald lakes, thick pine forests, and the snowcapped peaks of the Andes Mountains. Look out for soaring Osorno Volcano as you cross Lago Todos los Santos by CATAMARAN. Then, see the thundering Petrohue Rapids and skirt the southern shore of Lago Llanquihue on the way to Puerto Varas. Drive to your hotel along the rosebush-lined streets of this lakeside resort. (B,L,D)

Day 13 Puerto Varas–Puerto Montt–Santiago (Sun.)
Your morning tour of the nearby seaport of Puerto Montt in Chilean Patagonia takes you to the harbor brimming with fishing vessels and along a busy waterfront lined with seafood stalls. Transfer to the airport for your flight north to Santiago. Perched between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes, Santiago has evolved as the country’s political, commercial, and cultural capital. Tonight, dinner is at the hotel. (B,D)

Day 14 Santiago (Mon.)
Today your Local Guide traces the city’s history and heritage. Start at La Moneda, the official Government Palace, and nearby SAN CRISTOBAL HILL with its landmark statue of the Virgin Mary. Your tour ends at the Plaza de Armas, the main square, with a visit to the 18th-century CATHEDRAL. This afternoon offers an optional excursion to the Concha y Toro Winery, where you will learn how some of South America’s wines are produced. This evening, you may opt to join a Chilean Folkloric Dinner Show. (B)

Day 15 Santiago (Tue.)
The day is free for independent activities. You may want to take advantage of an optional excursion to the beautiful coastal region west of Santiago. Drive through the undulating hills of Chile’s wine country to the historic port of Valparaiso, and continue along the coast to nearby Viña del Mar. This chic seaside resort with palm tree-lined avenues and lovely villas truly deserves the sobriquet “Pearl of the Pacific.” Tonight your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner to celebrate a great touring adventure. (B,D)

Day 16 Santiago–Homebound Flight (Wed.)
Enjoy a free day to catch up on last-minute souvenir shopping. Your homebound flight departs late this evening. (B)

Meals Included: American breakfast daily (B), 3 lunches (L), 8 dinners (D) including a welcome dinner and churrascaria and Samba show in Rio, a Tango and dinner show in Buenos Aires, and a farewell dinner in Santiago.

Hotels/Accommodations:
Rio de Janeiro (D): Sheraton Rio Hotel & Towers | Reviews - Beachfront Rio hotel with 3 pools, activities, spa services.

Iguassu Falls (F): Hotel Mabu Thermas | Reviews - Full service resort, convention center, and spa located neat the waterfalls.

Buenos Aires (D): Panamericano Buenos Aires Hotel | Reviews - Luxury hotel downtown near financial district and area attractions.

Bariloche (F): Panamericano Bariloche | Reviews - Located Lakeside along the Andes range. Spa and casino on site.

Puerto Varas (F): Cabañas del Lago | Reviews - Located lakeside with volcano views. Heated pool and spa.

Santiago (D): Sheraton Santiago | Reviews - Full service hotel with indor/outdoor pool in walking distance to the area attractions.

(D) Deluxe, (F) First-class.


Land-only price includes intra-vacation flights

Single Room Supplement: $1,439

Triple Rooms reduction per person: $153

Extra nights per person in Rio de Janeiro: single room $220; twin room $120; triple room $105.


Extra nights per person Santiago: single room $175; twin room $105; triple room $105.

 

South America Explorer (SH)

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21 days Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, start Santiago/ end Rio de Janeiro, includes 15-day cruise - from $3,329


Journey to the end of the world and back on this thrilling Cruise & Tour vacation. Begin in vibrant Santiago, Chile, where you enjoy a guided city sightseeing tour and two overnights. Then continue to Valparaiso, a picturesque seaport. Board your 16-night Holland America cruise ship and sail south. Along the way, experience beautiful Puerto Montt in Chilean Patagonia. See the Chilean Fjords and Amalia Glacier. Keep an eye out for penguins and seabirds that call the glacier home. Pass along the west side of the Sarmiento Canal and through the famed Strait of Magellan, where the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans meet. Then continue to Ushuaia, the southernmost town in the world. Dominating peaks loom on three sides, and the fourth opens to Beagle Channel, where sea lions bellow and king crabs rule. Cruise around Cape Horn and on to Stanley, Falkland Islands. Here experience British hospitality and the chance to see penguins of every type. Cruise to Buenos Aires, Argentina, and enjoy two days to explore the city. Cruise onward to Montevideo, Uruguay, where you can opt to visit nearby Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in Uruguay. Choosing some of the tours and excursions offered at each stop gives you a unique experience at each destination. After cruising two more days, disembark in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, one of the most exciting cities in the world! On your guided sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro, see the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning Corcovado Mountain, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. Take the scenic cog railway ride to its top for 360-degree panoramic views. A barbecue feast and samba show, as well as a full day of leisure to discover Rio de Janeiro at your own pace, are the ideal ending to your South America cruise vacation.

Day 1 Arrival in Santiago, Chile
Your overnight flight arrives in Santiago, Chile’s capital. This country is more than 10-times longer than wide, with 2,650 miles of beautiful Pacific coastline. Rooms are ready so that you can freshen up and rest before taking a first look at Santiago. This evening, meet your Local Host and traveling companions at a special welcome dinner. (D)

Day 2 Santiago
Located in the center of the country and perched between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes, Santiago has evolved as the country’s political, commercial, and cultural capital. Step back into the 16th century as your Local Guide traces the city’s history and heritage. Start at La Moneda, the official Government Palace, and nearby SAN CRISTOBAL HILL with its landmark statue of the Virgin Mary. After visiting the PRE-COLOMBIAN ART MUSEUM, your tour ends at the Plaza de Armas, the main square, with a visit to the 18th-century CATHEDRAL. The afternoon and evening are at your leisure. (B)

Day 3 Santiago–Valparaiso (Embarkation)
Today, a short drive through the rolling hills of Chile’s Curacavi Valley leads to Valparaiso, a picturesque seaport that has long been an inspiration for poets and artists. Board one of Holland America’s ships for your cruise around South America. Ship departs at 5 pm. (B,D)

Day 4 Cruising: At Sea
Time to explore the ship, your home for the next two weeks. During your cruise adventure, you will have the freedom to choose from the many amenities on board. (B,L,D)

Day 5 Cruising: Puerto Montt
Arrive in Puerto Montt in Chilean Patagonia, gateway to the scenic Lake District. Perhaps take an excursion to see the pine forests, icy lakes, Bavarian hamlets, and luminous snowcapped volcanoes. Or walk along a busy waterfront brimming with fishing vessels and seafood stalls. Arrive in Puerto Montt at 7 am; depart at 5 pm. (B,L,D)

Day 6 Cruising: Darwin Channel & Chilean Fjords

Today, see fjords more spectacular than those in Norway or Alaska! Along the southern coastline of Chile is a 1,000-mile maze of virgin-forested islands, glistening glaciers, and more fjords than in all of Scandinavia. (B,L,D)

Day 7 Cruising: Amalia Glacier & Canal Sarmiento

Sailing the west side of the Sarmiento Canal you’ll see Madre de Dios Island with its towering limestone peaks. Pass the blue and white Amalia Glacier, keeping an eye out for the penguins and seabirds who call the glacier home. (B,L,D)

Day 8 Cruising: Strait of Magellan & Punta Arenas, Chile

Today brings you to where the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans converge—the Strait of Magellan, named by Ferdinand Magellan around 1520. Views of Chile from the strait include stunning vistas and landscapes, tiny coves, and picturesque inlets. Arrive at the remote town of Punta Arenas, the perfect starting spot for Patagonian explorations. After reboarding the ship, continue through Cockburn and Beagle Channels, originally charted by Charles Darwin in 1832. Arrive Punta Arenas at 7 am; depart at 8 pm. (B,L,D)

Day 9 Cruising: Ushuaia, Argentina
Arrive at the southernmost town in the world, where dominating peaks loom on three sides and the fourth opens to Beagle Channel, where sea lions bellow and king crabs rule. Perhaps venture into Tierra del Fuego National Park today. Arrive Ushuaia at 1 pm; depart at 9 pm. (B,L,D)

Day 10 Cruising: Cape Horn
Cruise around the southern tip of South America that marks the northern boundary of the Drake Passage. For many years it was a major milestone on the clipper route, by which sailing ships carried trade around the world until the Panama Canal opened in 1914. (B,L,D)

Day 11 Cruising: Stanley, Falkland Islands
Dock in Britain but under the Southern Cross today. Explore the vast moorlands and sheep ranches, visit the pubs, see the red phone booths, and enjoy a “cuppa tea.” Plus a chance to see penguins of every type: gentoo, Magellanic, king. Arrive Stanley at 9 am; depart at 4 pm. (B,L,D)

Days 12-13 Cruising: At Sea

Day 14 Cruising: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Welcome to the “Paris of South America.” You have two days to meander through the city’s beautiful boulevards and past its many outdoor cafés. Maybe explore the colorful La Boca district and site of the city’s first port; or see San Telmo’s famous late-colonial buildings; and don’t miss the ornate Colon Opera House and the Cemetery of the Recoleta, burial site of Eva Peron. Arrive Buenos Aires at 6 am. (B,L,D)

Day 15 Cruising: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Another day to explore the sights of Buenos Aires before departing this evening at 9 pm. (B,L,D)

Day 16 Cruising: Montevideo, Uruguay
Montevideo is a city that was strongly influenced by European culture and still honors many colonial customs like long lunches, siestas, and high tea. In fact, Montevideo has been ranked as the city in Latin America with the highest quality of life. While here, opt to visit nearby Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in Uruguay and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive Montevideo at 8 am; depart at 6 pm. (B,L,D)

Days 17-18 Cruising: At Sea

Day 19 Disembark in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Welcome to one of the most exciting cities in the world—Rio de Janeiro! Your Local Host takes you to visit the statue of Christ the Redeemer crowning CORCOVADO MOUNTAIN, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. Take the scenic cog railway ride to its top, where a 360-degree panorama affords sweeping views. From here, proceed to bustling downtown Rio to see the Sambodromo and visit the CATHEDRAL. This evening, it’s off to a churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style. Then, experience a Samba SHOW, where the sheer vitality of this country explodes in a colorful extravaganza. Arrive at 7 am. (B,D)

Day 20 Rio de Janeiro
A day of leisure to explore on your own or you may wish to enjoy a Guanabara Bay cruise, offering spectacular views of Rio and its beaches. This afternoon is at leisure, or consider an optional trip to historic Petropolis, once the summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II and now a mountain resort. Tonight, gather for a special farewell dinner, a festive finale to a great adventure. (B,D)

Day 21 Rio de Janeiro–Homebound Flight
Enjoy a full free day to catch up on last-minute souvenir shopping. Your homebound flight departs late this evening. (B)

Meals Included: American breakfast daily (B), 15 lunches (L), 19 dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Santiago, a churrascaria and Samba show, and a farewell dinner in Rio.

Hotels/Accommodations:

Santiago (SF): Radisson Plaza Santiago | Reviews - Luxury hotel in heart of Santiago, full fitness center, indoor pool.

Cruise: Holland America’s MS Amsterdam or MS Oosterdam

Rio de Janeiro (D): Sheraton Rio Hotel & Towers | Reviews - Beachfront Rio hotel with 3 pools, activities, spa services.

(D) Deluxe, (SF) Superior First-class.

Single Room Supplement: $1,820

Triple Rooms not available

Extra nights per person in Rio de Janeiro: single room $220; twin room $120.


Extra nights per person Santiago: single room $220; twin room $125.

Prices are based on inside cabin category K. Upgrades are available to an outside cabin category D from $601 and verandah cabin category VD from $907. Cruise line non-commissionable fare, government taxes and fees, and cruise fuel supplements of $637 are additional.
 
Optional Excursions

Note that these excursions are not necessarily available for every tour depending on cities and individual tour schedules. In addition, some of these excursions may already be included as part of a particular tour while being optional for other tours - check the tour itinerary.

Buenos Aires: Fiesta Gaucha
This Full-Day Excursion Is An Ideal Opportunity To Absorb The Atmosphere Of Rural Life At A Colorful Feast In The Heart Of The Pampas. Lunch Includes World-Renowned Argentine Beef And Live Entertainment By Gauchos In Their Native Costumes. You Will Also Have The Chance To Take A Horseback Ride Or Carriage Ride Through The Pampas!
Approximate value: USD $90 per person

Rio De Janeiro: Churascaria Dinner & Samba Show

Visit One Of The City's Finest Churrascarias, Where You Are Treated To A Typical Brazilian Dinner Featuring An Array Of Barbecued Meats, Salads, And Sumptuous Desserts. Then On To Rio's Best Samba Show To Experience The Lights, Colors, And Music Of Brazil.
Approximate value: USD $175 per person

Rio De Janeiro: Petropolis
A Drive Through The Outskirts Of Rio, Up The Serra Dos Org?Os On A Winding, Scenic Road Through The Atlantic Rain Forest Will Take You To The Xxxximperial City Of Petropolis', 810 M (2,660 Ft) Above Sea Level. We Will Visit The Museum At The Summer Palace Of Former Emperor Pedro Ii Of Brazil And The Cathedral With The Tomb Of The Emperor And His Wife. You Will See The Highlights Of This Charming City, Such As The Xxxxcrystal Palace', Mansions And Buildings From Imperial And Modern Times.
Approximate value: USD $59 per person

Rio De Janeiro: Rainforest Jeep Tour
Board Your Open Jeep For An Exciting, Guided Ride Through Tijuca Rainforest, Where It?S Possible To See The Contrast Between The "Stone Jungle And A Tropical Forest In The Middle Of A Big City." During Your Tour Learn About The History Of The Reforestation Process Of The Forest And The Importance Of The Atlantic Forrest. During This Tour You Will See Different Types Of Tropical Fruits And Trees As Well As Animals Like Monkeys, And Various Types Of Birds And Butterflies.
Approximate value: USD $56 per person

Rio De Janeiro: Jeep Tour And Botanical Gardens
Board Your Jeep For An Exciting, Guided Ride To The Botanical Gardens, Founded In 1808. Here You Have Time To Walk Around And Take A Look At This Garden Of More Than 5,000 Different Varieties Of Tropical Trees And Plants. Finish The Tour With Unforgettable Views Of Rio.
Approximate value: USD $78 per person

Rio De Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Cruise

Guanabara Bay Is The Largest Bay In The World Based On Volume Of Water, And Has Several Islands Such As The Governor's Island, Fundao And Snakes Island. While On This Cruise, Enjoy Views Of The Beaches Of Rio, The Museum Of Contemporary Art, And The Fort Of Santa Cruz. Light Snacks Included.
Approximate value: USD $65 per person

Santiago: Chilean Folkloric Show & Dinner
Enjoy A Spectacular Drive Through Illuminated Downtown Santiago Before Reaching A Restaurant Popular Among The Locals. After A Sumptuous Four-Course Dinner, Relax And Enjoy A Lively Folklore Show Of Chilean Music And Dance.
Approximate value: USD $78 per person

Santiago: Valparaiso And Vina Del Mar
A Short Drive Through The Rolling Hills Of Chile's Curacavi Valley Leads To Valparaiso, A Picturesque Seaport That Has Long Been An Inspiration For Poets And Artists. Then On To Vina Del Mar, A Modern Resort Renowned For Its Lovely Gardens.
Approximate value: USD $55 per person

Santiago: Undurraga Winery

Crossing The Suburbs Of The Southern Area Of Santiago, This Half-Day Tour Proceeds To The Famous Undurraga Winery, Where A Local Guide Demonstrates How Chile's World-Famous Wine Is Produced.
Approximate value: USD $53 per person



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