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The Heart of South America: Santiago to Rio in 14 Days

14 days
From Santiago to Rio de Janeiro
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
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Group Size 2 - 10
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Santiago

    You'll arrive at Santiago Airport where your pre-arranged transfer will be waiting. The drive to your hotel gives you time to settle in and get your bearings. Once there, rest up and prepare for the activities ahead.

    Start point
    Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile (Airport Arrivals gate, Our team will receive you with your name's card)
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Santiago

    After breakfast at the hotel, your private guided tour starts in Santiago's historic neighborhoods. You'll see the Parade Ground, Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, La Moneda Palace, and the Central Post Office. Then head up to either Santa Lucía Hill or San Cristóbal Hill for panoramic views across the city. Stop by a traditional craft shop, and by late morning, make your way to Mercado Central where you can grab lunch at one of the many stalls.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Private guided city tour of Santiago
    • Visit Parade Ground
    • Visit Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
    • Visit La Moneda Palace
    • Visit Central Post Office
    • Panoramic views from Santa Lucía Hill or San Cristóbal Hill
    • Stop at traditional craft shop
    • Stroll through Mercado Central

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at Mercado Central (at own expense)
    Landmarks
    Parade Ground (Plaza de Armas)
    Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
    La Moneda Palace
    Central Post Office
    Santa Lucía Hill
    San Cristóbal Hill
    Mercado Central
  3. Day 3

    Santiago to Ushuaia

    Breakfast at your hotel, then transfer to Santiago Airport for your flight to Ushuaia. Once you land, your driver will meet you for the journey to your hotel in the world's southernmost city. It's a good time to rest after traveling.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  4. Day 4

    Ushuaia

    You'll have breakfast, then head out on a catamaran through the Beagle Channel. Along the way, you'll see sea lions at Isla de los Lobos and cormorants on nearby islands. The boat passes the SS Monte Cervantes shipwreck, then stops at Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Later, you'll land on Martillo Island to see penguins in their natural habitat before heading back to your hotel.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Catamaran cruise in Beagle Channel
    • View former prison-turned-Maritime Museum
    • View End of the World Museum
    • View Olivia and Cinco Hermanos mountains
    • Visit Isla de los Lobos to observe sea lions
    • Observe cormorants at breeding islands
    • View Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse
    • View SS Monte Cervantes shipwreck
    • Visit Martillo Island to spot penguins
    Landmarks
    Beagle Channel
    Isla de los Lobos
    Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse
    Martillo Island
    SS Monte Cervantes
    Olivia Mountain
    Cinco Hermanos Mountains
  5. Day 5

    Ushuaia to Buenos Aires

    After breakfast, transfer to Ushuaia Airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. Your driver meets you upon arrival for the comfortable ride to your hotel in the city.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  6. Day 6

    Buenos Aires

    Start with breakfast at your hotel, then a guided city tour takes you through Buenos Aires to see iconic landmarks and historic neighborhoods. You'll get a real sense of the city's vibrant culture. Come evening, head to El Viejo Almacén for a tango show with live music and dinner, experiencing one of the city's signature cultural traditions.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at El Viejo Almacén with tango show)

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Buenos Aires
    • Explore iconic landmarks
    • Explore historic neighborhoods
    • Tango performance at El Viejo Almacén
    • Live music at El Viejo Almacén
    Landmarks
    El Viejo Almacén
  7. Day 7

    Buenos Aires

    After breakfast, take a day trip to the Tigre and Delta just outside Buenos Aires. You'll cruise through scenic canals and see unique island homes surrounded by lush landscapes. Stop at Puerto de Frutos market to check out local crafts and produce, then return to the city later in the afternoon.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Tigre and Delta tour
    • Cruise through Tigre Delta canals
    • Visit Puerto de Frutos market
    Landmarks
    Tigre Delta
    Puerto de Frutos
  8. Day 8

    Buenos Aires to Foz do Iguaçu

    Breakfast at your hotel, then transfer to Buenos Aires Airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazú. When you arrive, your driver will take you to your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu on the Brazilian side of the falls.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Foz do Iguaçu

    You'll have breakfast before heading out to explore the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. From various viewpoints, you get sweeping panoramic views and can see the massive cascades up close. Watch for local wildlife like coatis and colorful butterflies as you spend the day taking in this natural wonder.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Private guided tour of Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls
    • Panoramic views of Iguazu Falls
    • Get close to the cascades
    • Spot local wildlife including coatis and butterflies
    Landmarks
    Iguazu Falls
  10. Day 10

    Foz do Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro

    After breakfast, transfer to Foz do Iguaçu Airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Your transfer meets you when you land for the ride to your hotel.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  11. Day 11

    Rio de Janeiro

    Breakfast at your hotel kicks off a full day exploring Rio. You'll visit Christ the Redeemer, take a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain for stunning views, then check out the Selarón Staircase, Maracanã Stadium, the Sambadrome, and Metropolitan Cathedral. Lunch happens at a local rotisserie grill, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included throughout the day.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local rotisserie grill)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day guided tour of Rio de Janeiro
    • Visit Christ the Redeemer
    • Cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain
    • Visit Selarón Staircase
    • Visit Maracanã Stadium
    • Visit Sambadrome
    • Visit Metropolitan Cathedral
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    Landmarks
    Christ the Redeemer
    Sugarloaf Mountain
    Selarón Staircase
    Maracanã Stadium
    Sambadrome
    Metropolitan Cathedral
  12. Day 12

    Rio de Janeiro

    After breakfast, the day is yours to relax and take in Rio at your own pace. Spend time lounging on Copacabana or Ipanema beach, relax by your hotel pool, or if you want something gentler, visit the Botanical Gardens or walk around Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Lounge on Copacabana beach
    • Lounge on Ipanema beach
    • Relax by hotel pool
    • Visit Botanical Gardens
    • Visit Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
    Landmarks
    Copacabana Beach
    Ipanema Beach
    Botanical Gardens
    Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
  13. Day 13

    Rio de Janeiro

    After breakfast, you have a full day at leisure in Rio de Janeiro. Whether you choose to hang out at the beach, try some restaurants, or explore more of the city's sights, the time is yours to spend however you like.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Relax by the beach
    • Indulge in fine dining
    • Explore iconic sights
  14. Day 14

    Rio de Janeiro

    After breakfast, check out of your hotel and head to Rio de Janeiro Airport for your departure. You'll leave with memories of Rio's beaches, cultural sites, and the warmth of the city.

    End point
    Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Departure Gate, Our Driver cum guide will see you off here)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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  • Joachim
    · November 25th, 2024
    Very good communication on site. Reliable organization. Good hotels and accommodation.
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  • Lesley
    · August 29th, 2024
    Excellent holiday! Very well organised - the team: Hannah, Lilly, Barbara, Wendy Penny, Sam- put a lot of effort into organising an excellent itinerary. Brilliant communication with the local teams on the ground, couple of minor hiccups out of their control (eg a local domestic flight cancelled with nothing till the next day), which they helped me deal with very efficiently and I felt very looked after throughout. Would happily use them again! Pro tips for future travellers: ignore the guide books, no one speaks English, get a good few Spanish sentences ready! Laundry - do at El calafate hotel - half the price of everywhere else! In puerto natales there is quite alot of street noise on the sea view room - I’m a good sleeper so it didn’t bother me at all but light sleepers might want a different room! Thanks very much team I will always be grateful!
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  • Xiaoli
    · January 6th, 2024
    Overall experience was good, there are a few places where they need to improve, then the trip will become perfect.
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