Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
A driver meets you at your arrival point and takes you straight to the hotel. Check in and get settled for the night, getting your first sense of where you're staying before the real exploring begins.
- Start point
- Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile (Airport or Hotel, 06:00 - 21:00)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Diego de Almagro Santiago)
- Day 2
Santiago to Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
You'll fly to Easter Island on LATAM, heading to one of the most remote places you can reach. After landing, transfer to your accommodation and spend the evening getting oriented. Tomorrow starts the archaeological tours, but tonight is just about settling in and resting up from the long flight.
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Takarua Lodge)
Landmarks/POIs Rapa Nui 
- Day 3
Easter Island Exploration
This morning you join a group tour hitting three major spots on Easter Island. The famous moais are the main event, along with the volcanic formations and those views out to the Pacific. You'll get a solid dose of the island's history all in one go during the morning excursion.
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Takarua Lodge)
Included Activities
- Moai viewing
- Volcano exploration
- Group guided tour
Landmarks/POIs Easter Island Moais - Day 4
Easter Island Ceremonial Centers
In the afternoon, the group heads out again to explore the ceremonial centers that shaped Rapa Nui culture. This is where you dig deeper into ancient heritage and see how the islanders organized their spiritual and cultural life. Back to your accommodation by evening.
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Takarua Lodge)
Included Activities
- Ceremonial centers tour
- Group guided service
- Day 5
Easter Island Moais Archaeological Site
Another group tour takes on the moai statues directly, those monolithic human figures the Rapa Nui people carved centuries ago. This is one of Chile's most significant archaeological sites, and the comprehensive tour gives you all the context and details about who made them and why.
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Takarua Lodge)
Included Activities
- Easter Island Moais tour
- Group guided service
Landmarks/POIs Easter Island Moais - Day 6
Rapa Nui to Santiago
You're picked up from your hotel and driven to the airport for a flight to Santiago de Chile. It's quite a journey from Easter Island, but once you land, transfer takes you to your hotel. Settle in for the night and get ready to explore the capital tomorrow.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Diego de Almagro Santiago)
- Day 7
Santiago to San Pedro de Atacama
Private transfer gets you from your hotel to the airport, then you fly to Calama. A car meets you on arrival and drives you to San Pedro de Atacama in the desert. Check in and rest up after all that travel. This small town becomes your base for the next few days of Atacama exploration.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Diego de Almagro San Pedro De Atacama)
- Day 8
Piedras Rojas, Salar de Atacama & Lakes of the Altiplano
Today's a private tour through some of the Atacama's most striking landscapes. You'll see Piedras Rojas with its red rock formations, the vast Salar of Atacama salt flat stretching endlessly, and the high-altitude lakes up on the altiplano. After a full day of driving and exploring, you return to your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Diego de Almagro San Pedro De Atacama)
Included Activities
- Private tour to Piedras Rojas
- Salar of Atacama exploration
- Lakes of the Altiplano visit
Landmarks/POIs Piedras Rojas Salar de Atacama 
- Day 9
El Tatio Geysers & Machuca Lagoon
Start early to catch the El Tatio geysers at their best, when steam rises dramatically in the cold dawn air. You'll see geothermal activity up close and get a sense of the earth's raw power here. Later, visit Machuca Lagoon with its unique wildlife and scenery. Back to San Pedro by evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Diego de Almagro San Pedro De Atacama)
Included Activities
- El Tatio geysers tour
- Machuca Lagoon visit
Landmarks/POIs El Tatio Geysers Machuca Lagoon - Day 10
Uyuni Salt Flat Express (Day 1)
Your three-day Uyuni Salt Flat tour kicks off at 7:00 AM with pickup from your San Pedro hotel. You head into Bolivia to explore the Salar de Uyuni, one of the world's largest salt flats. The first night is spent at Hotel Tayka Desierto where you'll catch your breath after the long drive.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tayka Desierto)
Included Activities
- Uyuni Salt Flat private tour start
Landmarks/POIs Salar de Uyuni 
- Day 11
Bolivian Altiplano Lagoons
Day two starts before sunrise as you traverse mountain roads through the Bolivian altiplano. The high-altitude lagoons pass by as you drive, surrounded by Andean peaks and strange otherworldly landscapes. You spend the night at Hotel Luna Salada, which is literally built from salt blocks, a surreal experience in itself.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Luna Salada)
Included Activities
- Bolivian altiplano lagoons tour
- Early morning scenic drive
- Day 12
Salar de Uyuni
Very early on day three, you leave the Salar de Uyuni in private transportation. The hotel for this night is Hotel Jardines de Uyuni Casa de Sal, another accommodation made from salt. You're getting close to wrapping up this leg of the journey before heading to La Paz.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jardines de Uyuni Casa de Sal)
Included Activities
- Salar de Uyuni exploration
Landmarks/POIs Salar de Uyuni - Day 13
Uyuni to La Paz
You board a bus in Uyuni heading to La Paz, a long but straightforward journey between two major Bolivian destinations. The drive takes several hours but it's the practical way to move between these cities. Once you arrive, transfer takes you to the Ritz Apart Hotel for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Rosario)
- Day 14
La Paz City Tour
Today you have a full day exploring La Paz and all it offers. You'll wander through the city discovering its culture, history, and the way locals live day to day. The neighborhoods have their own character, and the energy of this high-altitude capital makes it feel unlike anywhere else.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Rosario)
Included Activities
- La Paz city tour
- Day 15
La Paz to Arequipa
You fly from La Paz to Lima, then connect onward to Arequipa. It's a bit of a travel day with multiple flights, but you're heading to Peru now. Check into your Arequipa accommodation and settle in for the evening as you prepare for exploring the Colca Canyon area tomorrow.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Casa Andina Premium)
- Day 16
Arequipa to Chivay
Very early pickup from your hotel starts your trip toward Chivay in the Colca Canyon region. It's a long drive north from Arequipa, but the scenery changes as you go higher into the mountains. Later you return and check into an overnight accommodation, likely in Chivay itself or nearby.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Casa Andina Premium)
- Day 17
Colca Canyon Tour
A guided tour takes you through the Colca Canyon, one of Peru's most spectacular natural attractions. The canyon is incredibly deep with dramatic cliffs and terraced agriculture that shows how people have lived here for centuries. After exploring, head back to your accommodation for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Casa Andina Premium)
Included Activities
- Colca Canyon tour
Landmarks/POIs Colca Canyon - Day 18
Arequipa to Puno by Train
From the baroque architecture of Arequipa, you board a train heading to Puno. This scenic train journey takes you through the Peruvian highlands, and you stay onboard in your train accommodation. It's a more leisurely way to travel than driving, with meals and views included.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Belmond Andean Explorer)
Included Activities
- Scenic train journey from Arequipa to Puno
- Day 19
Lake Titicaca Exploration
In the morning, you explore Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake sitting at over 12,000 feet. You'll see the cultural significance of this massive lake to local communities and take in its natural beauty. By evening you're back at your train accommodation.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Belmond Andean Explorer)
Included Activities
- Lake Titicaca exploration
Landmarks/POIs Lake Titicaca 
- Day 20
Puno to Cusco
In the afternoon you arrive in Cusco City. A private transfer meets you and takes you to your hotel to check in. Spend the evening getting accustomed to the high altitude and the city, which is the heart of Incan history and colonial charm.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Casa Andina Premium Arequipa)
- Day 21
Cusco City Tour
You have the full day to explore historic Cusco. Walk through neighborhoods and plazas soaking in the Incan heritage and colonial architecture. The city's culture is visible everywhere from the stonework to the markets to the way the city pulses with activity.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Casa Andina Premium)
Included Activities
- Cusco city tour
Landmarks/POIs Cusco - Day 22
Cusco to Machu Picchu Region
Morning pickup takes you north of Cusco by vehicle toward the Machu Picchu region. You head to accommodation in the foothills where you'll be positioned for tomorrow's visit to the iconic site. Get an early night since tomorrow is a big day.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley)
- Day 23
Inca Rail Voyager to Machu Picchu
You board the Inca Rail Voyager luxury train heading to Machu Picchu. The journey itself is part of the experience with quality service and good food onboard. Then you see the archaeological marvel itself, that city built high on the mountain that ranks among the world's most famous sites.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Casa Andina Premium Arequipa)
Included Activities
- Inca Rail Voyager luxury train to Machu Picchu
- Machu Picchu visit
Landmarks/POIs Machu Picchu 
- Day 24
Machu Picchu to Lima
Fly to Lima and spend the afternoon touring the capital. You'll see historic neighborhoods and vibrant districts that show Lima's mix of colonial and modern character. Check into your accommodation and relax after several days of exploring Peru's interior.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Casa Andina Miraflores)
Included Activities
- Lima city tour
- Day 25
Lima to Nazca
Departing at 5:00 AM from your hotel, you drive south to Nazca. It's a long drive through the desert to reach this town, and you check in and rest before tomorrow's flight over the famous Nazca Lines. Keep your energy up since tomorrow involves flying over ancient mysteries.
- Day 26
Nazca Lines Flight
Early in the day you take a small aircraft flight over the Nazca Lines, those mysterious geoglyphs etched into the desert thousands of years ago. From the air you see the scale and design of these ancient artworks. After landing, you drive back to Lima, arriving by evening.
Included Activities
- Flight over Nazca Lines
Landmarks/POIs Nazca Lines - Day 27
Lima to Iquitos
You fly domestically from Lima to Iquitos, your entry point to the Amazon region. The landscape changes dramatically as you fly toward the jungle. Transfer takes you to your hotel where you'll prepare for the jungle adventures starting tomorrow.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hilton Doubletree Iquitos)
- Day 28
Iquitos to Amazon Cruise Embarkation
Pickup from your hotel takes you to the cruise embarkation point where you board the Delfin III. This luxury river cruise becomes your floating base as you head out into the Amazon. Get settled onboard and meet the crew and other passengers.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Delfin III)
Included Activities
- Transfer to cruise embarkation point
- Day 29
Amazon Jungle Cruise (Day 1)
Your first full day on the Delfin III involves exploring Amazon waterways and looking for wildlife and natural beauty. The jungle experience starts now with guided excursions into the water and surrounding forest. It's immersive from the start.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Delfin III)
Included Activities
- Jungle cruise and exploration
- Day 30
Amazon Jungle Cruise (Day 2)
You continue exploring on day two, discovering more of the Amazon's ecosystems and the incredible wildlife that lives here. The river opens up new channels and perspectives, and each day brings different sights and encounters with nature.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Delfin III)
Included Activities
- Jungle cruise and exploration
- Day 31
Amazon Jungle Cruise (Day 3)
This is your final day on the Amazon cruise, wrapping up your immersive journey through the world's largest rainforest. You take in the last of the river views and wildlife before heading back toward Iquitos in the afternoon.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Delfin III)
Included Activities
- Jungle cruise and exploration
- Day 32
Amazon Disembarkation & Return to Lima
You disembark from the Delfin III and transfer to Iquitos airport for your flight back to Lima. It's a return to the city after several days in the jungle. Check into your Lima accommodation and transition back to city life.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Casa Andina Miraflores)
- Day 33
Free Day in Lima
This day in Lima is all yours to spend however you like. Wander museums, try different restaurants, check out neighborhoods you haven't seen yet, or simply rest and relax. You have the freedom to move at your own pace today.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Casa Andina Miraflores)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided city exploration
- Day 34
Lima to Quito
Transfer from your Lima hotel takes you to the airport for a late morning or early afternoon flight to Quito, Ecuador. You're moving north now to explore new territory. Upon arrival, private transfer takes you to your boutique hotel in Quito.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vista del Angel)
- Day 35
Mindo Cloud Forest
Head out to explore the Mindo Cloud Forest, a lush area filled with exotic birds, wildlife, and forest trails shrouded in mist. The biodiversity here is incredible and quite different from the desert and high mountain areas you've seen. Return to your accommodation by evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vista del Angel)
Included Activities
- Mindo Cloud Forest tour
Landmarks/POIs Mindo Cloud Forest - Day 36
Quito City Tour
You spend the day touring Quito itself, Ecuador's capital city. Walk through areas with colonial architecture, historic plazas, and cultural landmarks. The neighborhoods each have their own vibe and the city sits in a valley surrounded by mountains.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vista del Angel)
Included Activities
- Quito city tour
Landmarks/POIs Quito - Day 37
Quito to Galápagos
You arrive at Baltra airport and board the EcoGalaxy cruise ship. This marks the start of your Galápagos Islands adventure. Get settled onboard and begin to orient yourself to the ship and meet your fellow passengers.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Coral Cruise Boat 1 & 2)
Included Activities
- Boarding EcoGalaxy cruise
Landmarks/POIs Baltra Island 
- Day 38
Santiago Island & Bartolome Islands
Explore Santiago Island and Bartolome Islands today on your cruise. You'll see unique wildlife found nowhere else on earth and volcanic landscapes that look almost otherworldly. Each landing offers different perspectives on these remarkable islands.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Coral Cruise Boat 1 & 2)
Included Activities
- Santiago Island exploration
- Bartolome Island exploration
Landmarks/POIs Santiago Island Bartolome Island 
- Day 39
Santa Cruz Island: Highlands & Charles Darwin Station
Visit Santa Cruz Island exploring both the highland regions and the Charles Darwin Research Station. You'll encounter endemic wildlife and learn about conservation efforts protecting these fragile ecosystems. Guided walks show you habitats and species.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Coral Cruise Boat 1 & 2)
Included Activities
- Santa Cruz highlands exploration
- Charles Darwin Research Station visit
Landmarks/POIs Santa Cruz Island Charles Darwin Research Station - Day 40
Floreana Island
Floreana Island is today's destination, known for its unique ecosystem and wildlife found only in the Galápagos. Guided exploration takes you to different habitats and you see bird species and other animals adapted to this island specifically.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Coral Cruise Boat 1 & 2)
Included Activities
- Floreana Island exploration
Landmarks/POIs Floreana Island - Day 41
Española Island
You visit Española Island to observe wildlife including marine iguanas, sea lions, and endemic bird species. These animals have adapted to island life over millions of years and you won't see them anywhere else. The contrasts between islands continue to be striking.
- Accommodation
- Berth / Cabin (Coral Cruise Boat 1 & 2)
Included Activities
- Española Island exploration
Landmarks/POIs Española Island - Day 42
San Cristobal Island & Cruise Conclusion
Visit San Cristobal Island and explore its Interpretation Center to understand the islands' geology and history. This is your final day on the cruise before disembarking. Transfer takes you out as you complete your Galápagos experience.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vista del Angel)
Included Activities
- San Cristobal Island exploration
- Interpretation Center visit
Landmarks/POIs San Cristobal Island - Day 43
San Cristobal to Buenos Aires
Private transfer from your hotel gets you to Quito airport for a domestic flight connecting to your international flight to Buenos Aires. It's a travel day with logistics, but you're heading to South America's most European city. Arrive and check in to your accommodation.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand King Hotel)
- Day 44
Buenos Aires City Tour
You have an extensive day touring Buenos Aires. Explore the city's iconic neighborhoods, see the architecture spanning colonial to art deco, and discover the culture and history. The city's energy and style are immediately evident as you walk around.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand King Hotel)
Included Activities
- Buenos Aires city tour
Landmarks/POIs Buenos Aires - Day 45
Buenos Aires to Colonia de Sacramento
Travel to Colonia de Sacramento, a charming historic town in southwestern Uruguay just across from Buenos Aires. Explore the colonial streets with their European flavor and walk along the waterfront. It's a quieter, more relaxed pace than Buenos Aires.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand King Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Colonia de Sacramento exploration
Landmarks/POIs Colonia de Sacramento - Day 46
Colonia to Iguazu Falls
Travel to Iguazu Falls, one of the world's most spectacular waterfall systems. Experience the sheer scale and power of these falls as water cascades down into the gorge below. The natural wonder here is hard to overstate.
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Eco Cataratas Lodge)
Included Activities
- Iguazu Falls exploration
Landmarks/POIs Iguazu Falls 
- Day 47
Iguazu Falls to Foz do Iguaçu
Transfer from the Argentine side takes you to the Brazilian side at Foz do Iguaçu. Spend the rest of the day at your own pace exploring or relaxing. This gives you time to unwind and experience the Brazilian side of the falls region.
- Accommodation
- Lodge (Tupa Lodge Foz de Iguaçu)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Foz do Iguaçu
- Day 48
Iguazu Falls Argentine Side Exploration
Take a private car tour exploring the spectacular Iguazu Falls on the Argentine side, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the impressive waterfalls and their surroundings from multiple viewpoints. The Argentine side offers different perspectives than the Brazilian side.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Van)
Included Activities
- Iguazu Falls Argentine side tour
- Private car exploration
Landmarks/POIs Iguazu Falls - Day 49
Foz do Iguaçu to Buenos Aires
You fly to Buenos Aires to complete your tour. Private transfer meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel. This marks the end of your journey through South America, with memories of everything from deserts to rainforests to world-class natural wonders.
