Best of South America with Galápagos & Amazon Cruise

Day 1 - Arrive Santiago

Arrive in Santiago, Chile’s capital. This afternoon, take the opportunity to explore this cosmopolitan city and its landmarks on a guided tour. Then gather together with your fellow travellers to enjoy a Welcome Reception.

Accommodation: Two Nights, The Singular Santiago

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Day 2 - Santiago

Today, enjoy your Signature Experience.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch

Day 3 - Santiago, Buenos Aires

Fly to Buenos Aires, where you’ll stay in the fashionable Recoleta district.

Accommodation: Three Nights, Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Buenos Aires

Take a tour of Buenos Aires and explore the barrio of La Boca. Continue past the parks and tree-lined streets of Palermo and see La Recoleta Cemetery.

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Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Buenos Aires

Today in Buenos Aires, enjoy a choice of sightseeing and dining options.

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Meals: Breakfast Dinner

Day 6 - Buenos Aires, Iguazú Falls

Fly to Iguazú Falls. Spend time in World Heritage-listed Iguazú National Park and ride the Rainforest Ecological Train to a series of walkways and viewing points leading to Devils Throat.

Accommodation: Two Nights, Iguazú Falls, Hotel das Cataratas

Meals: Breakfast Dinner

Day 7 - Iguazú Falls

At Iguazú Falls, enjoy your Freedom of Choice Sightseeing inclusions.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch

Day 8 - Rio de Janeiro

Today, visit Parque das Aves Bird Park, just outside the national park where you will have the chance to see exotic birds such as the toucan. Fly to spectacular Rio de Janeiro, lapped by a deep blue ocean and flanked by mountains and lush rainforest.

Accommodation: Three Nights, Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana Palace

Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 - Rio de Janeiro

Today, make your way to Corcovado, the mountain famous for its iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Visit the statue and travel to the platform at its peak for stunning views over the picturesque bay and beaches. This evening, dine on a sumptuous Brazilian BBQ.

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Meals: Breakfast Dinner

Day 10 - Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy your Freedom of Choice Sightseeing options today.

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Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 - Rio de Janeiro, Lima

From Rio de Janeiro, board your included flight to the Peruvian capital, Lima.

Accommodation: Two Nights, Country Club Lima Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Day 12 - Lima

Explore the World Heritage-listed Historic Centre of Lima on a guided tour.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch

Day 13 - Lima, Sacred Valley

Board your included flight to Cusco. On arrival, travel to Chinchero, a small Andean village in the Sacred Valley.

Accommodation: Two Nights, Sacred Valley, Tambo del Inka, Luxury Collection by Starwood

Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 14 - Sacred Valley, Maras, Moray

Travel to the Moray terraces and enjoy lunch overlooking the Andean mountains.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 15 - Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu

Travel to Machu Picchu and explore the area on a guided tour.

Accommodation: Machu Picchu, Sumaq Hotel

Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 16 - Machu Picchu, Cusco

Board your train for the return trip to the Sacred Valley, before transferring to Cusco.

Accommodation: Two Nights, Cusco, JW Marriott Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Day 17 - Cusco

A walking tour of Cusco will take you to the square in the city’s historic heart, the Plaza de Armas, as well as the sacred sites of Koricancha and Cusco Cathedral. For lunch, you may choose from Barrio Ceviche or enjoy a fine dining experience at MAP Café.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch

Day 18 - Cusco, Guayaquil

Fly via Lima to Guayaquil, gateway city to the Galápagos Islands.

Accommodation: Guayaquil Hilton

Meals: Breakfast

Day 19 - Galápagos Islands, Embark M/C Endemic, Galápagos Cruise

Fly to Baltra Island, then board the M/C Endemic, bound for Santa Cruz island, where you will see the local wildlife, including land iguanas.

Accommodation: Four Nights, M/C Endemic

Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 20 - Galápagos Cruise

Today, our Zodiac takes us near Kicker Rock, which is close to San Cristóbal Island and home to many seabirds. Head to Lobos Island and take the opportunity to snorkel or kayak among the island’s playful sea lions.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 21 - Galápagos Cruise

Cruise to Española Island, its tranquil bay providing a beautiful backdrop. Here, you may meet the resident sea lions and marine iguanas and snorkel with colourful parrot fish. This afternoon, encounter the local birdlife, including blue-footed boobies.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 22 - Galápagos Cruise

On Santa Fé island, a trail leads to the tallest Opuntia cactus in the Galápagos. In the afternoon, visit a tortoise breeding station.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 23 - Galápagos Islands, Guayaquil

You will make your way to Baltra Island airport this morning for your return flight to Guayaquil. This evening, dinner is included.

Accommodation: Guayaquil, Hilton

Meals: Breakfast Dinner

Day 24 - Lima

This morning, board your return flight to Lima, in preparation for your Amazon cruise.

Accommodation: Lima, Country Club Lima Hotel

Meals: Breakfast Lunch

Day 25 - Amazon Cruise

Fly to Iquitos, located on the Amazon and transfer to your river ship. Here, you will have the opportunity to go fishing for piranhas as you explore the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Each day activities will start off in the skiff boats, exploring the hidden corners of the river with your naturalist guide, birdwatching or heading out on trail walks. This evening, listen to the rhythmic sounds of the jungle as you settle in.

Accommodation: Three Nights, Delfin III

Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 26 - Amazon Cruise, Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve

Today spend the morning and afternoon exploring by boat. Discover the scenery of Clavero Lake, then take the opportunity to head deep into the rainforest to discover the astounding diversity of flora and fauna native to the region.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 27 - Amazon Cruise

Watch for wildlife in the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, home to hundreds of bird, mammal, reptile, amphibian, and fish species. Cruise El Dorado River and see grey and pink river dolphins. As you cruise, watch for Scarlet Macaws, Amazonian Parrotlets, iguanas and squirrel monkeys.

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Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 28 - Amazon Cruise, Lima

Disembark your cruise and transfer to Iquitos. On the way, visit the Manatee Animal Rescue Centre. Fly to Lima for your onward flight home.

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Meals: Breakfast