South America Tour

with Indian Maharaj

From $5,095

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Rio De Janeiro

Today we arrive and the airport and are received by our Tour Representative and are transferred to the hotel and check In. After check-in rest of the day is at leisure. Evening Dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Rio DE Janeiro Brazil – Full Day Tour

Depart from the hotel to visit the Christ Statue, recently elected as one of the seven modern wonders of the world and Rio´s best-known icon. The 30-meter concrete statue sits 2,300 ft. above sea level, atop Corcovado Hill. The base stands on the top of the Corcovado hill (710 meters), offering a magnificent view of the city: the Guanabara Bay, Niteroi, the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon, the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, the botanical garden and the Sugar Loaf. Following a scenic drive along the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, we will arrive at the foot of the hill, where we embark on a small train that climbs the beautiful mountainside. Upon reaching the top, visitors will experience a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro and discover why it is known as the “Marvelous City”! The tour also includes a drive along Rio’s famous beaches, São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Leme, and Urca.

Day 3: Rio DE Janeiro Brazil

Today, enjoy a half-day visit to the world-famous Pao de Açucar, or Sugarloaf Mountain, which has become an iconic symbol of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Rising up from a small peninsula at the entrance of Guanabara Bay, it resembles the traditional shape of a concentrated, refined sugar loaf. The tour is done in two steps by glass cable-cars. The first cable-car takes passengers to the top of Urca Hill, which rises 215 meters above sea level and offers spectacular views of the entire bay. From Urca Hill, passengers continue in a second cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf, which rises 395 meters above sea level and offers a 360-degree view of the entire city, including Botafogo and Copacabana Beaches, the Corcovado and downtown Rio.

Day 4: Rio DE Janeiro, Brazil to Iguazu

Transfer from the hotel to Rio De Janeiro Airport for the flight to Iguazu. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

Day 5: Iguazu, Brazil

Brazilian Falls Tour: We will proceed to the Iguaçu National Park, where we drive through the lush, subtropical vegetation of the park en route to the falls. Stroll the trail descending the canyon that offers a panoramic view of the more than 240 falls. Take the glass elevator up the cliff face for an exquisite view from the upper deck. The Iguassu National Park, along with its “sister” park in Argentina, forms the most significant remaining rainforest in the southern cone of South America, which, along with the waterfalls, has been declared a National Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Macuco Safari: The trip begins within the National Park on the Brazilian side, where visitors take seats in an open wagon driven through the forest, where they can observe birds, animals and exotic vegetation all while accompanied by a specialized guide. At the end of the 2 km ride, we continue on foot to the margin of the Iguassu River to take a specially prepared motor boat for an exciting and unforgettable trip.
Passengers are taken as close as possible to the waterfalls, where they can hear the thunderous roar of the walls of water and get wet from the mist of the falls.

Day 6: Iguazu, Brazil

Excursion Argentine side of the Falls. Depart from the hotel, cross the Tancredo Neves Bridge en route to the Iguazu National Park in Argentina. At the entrance, take a small train for a visit through the park with 2 stops until the trail where the walking tour begins to visit the upper walkways, which allow for more intimate contact with the falls and the rainforest. The Iguazu River plunges into a gorge of over 275 falls along 4 km, completely surrounded by a dense tropical forest. The itineraries will bring you face-to-face with the native wildlife. We will enjoy the traditional circuits in the Iguazu National Park: The Upper Circuit and the Lower Circuit. The Upper Circuit guarantees spectacular panoramic views of the falls. The Lower Circuit will give us a close contact with the falls and the surrounding vegetation. Finally, we will arrive at the Devil’s Throat. Take a boat tour of The Three Musketeers cascades for a quick shower. This waterfall is the most impressive of the Iguazu Falls.

Day 7: Iguazu to Buenos Aires, Argentina

After breakfast, we proceed to the Airport to board our flight to Buenos Aires. Arrive and proceed to the hotel and check in. Later in the evening, witness a spectacular tango show backed by a live orchestra at Esquina Carlos Gardel, including dinner. At midnight, return to the hotel.

Day 8: Buenos Aires, Argentina

A few kilometers from the city of Buenos Aires, there appear the famous suburbs: San Isidro and Tigre. An area of islands, stunning homes, tree-lined streets, and unmissable coastal views. Parana River Delta is the nicest thing in Tigre, one of the largest in the world, with 14,000 kilometers long … And this tour invites you to sail across it! Our boat ride through the Delta canals starts from the port of Tigre. Along a 90-minute trip by boat with magnificent views of Buenos Aires and its flora and fauna. Our trip back to Buenos Aires becomes a panoramic tour from where we can admire the most prosperous residences in the area. Here, we make a stop at San Isidro to visit its historic centre and its famous Neo-Gothic style cathedral. The tour ends at our bus, which leads us to take the last ride through the suburbs to see, for example, the Presidential Quinta de Olivos, where the President of Argentina currently lives with his family. In total, five hours that allow us to know the charm of the suburbs, its country house history and wealthy people, also its river, the flora and fauna… No doubt, you will have an unforgettable day!

Day 9: Bueno Aires to Cuzco, Peru

Check out from the Hotel & proceed to the airport to board the flight for Cuzco, the Inca capital. Arrive and proceed to check into the hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight in Cuzco, Peru

Day 10: Cusco, Peru

After breakfast, we depart early from the hotel in Cusco in the morning (at approximately 7:00 am) and will drive for about 2 hours through the Sacred Valley, passing by picturesque towns and extensive farms before we arrive at the Inca town of Ollantaytambo. We will go to the train station and take the scenic Vistadome train for about 1.5 hours, following a narrow valley next to the Urubamba River. When we arrive in Aguas Calientes, you will take the 25-minute bus ride up to Machu Picchu. You will have a 2-hour tour with your guide where you will see and learn about the most important sites, including the Inca Palace, Temple of the Sun, main plaza, Intiwatana, etc. After your tour, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes and will have free time to have lunch. In the evening, we will return back to the hotel in Cuzco. Overnight in Cusco, Peru.

Day 11: Cusco, Peru

After breakfast, we directly embark on exploring the remaining sights of Cusco. We begin the tour at the most important temple of the Inca Empire, the Sun Temple, known as the Qoricancha. Here, you can observe detailed and intact architecture, and within the temple, you will see smaller temples dedicated to the moon, rainbow, stars, lightning and thunder, among others. Today, the Santo Domingo church stands on top of the temple. From there, we will go to an important religious site called Sacsayhuamán which features immense stones. Although the site was religious, the Spanish considered it a military fortress because of its location and the way it was built. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight in Cusco, Peru.

Day 12: Cusco - Lima, Peru

Check out from the Hotel & proceed to the airport to board the flight for Lima, the capital of Peru. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Lima, Peru.

Day 13: Lima, Peru

Sightseeing today focuses on Lima’s colonial heritage and modern city. Drive along the main streets, plazas and avenues of the city. Visit the Lovers Park in Miraflores with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. Proceed for a panoramic view of Huaca Pucllana, a ceremonial center of the ancient Lima culture; and the Huaca Huallamarca, an ancient pre-Inca shrine in San Isidro. Continue to Plaza Mayor, to see the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Cathedral and the famous catacombs in the 17th century San Francisco Convent. Then, visit the Larco Herrera Museum, which presents a comprehensive narrative of the development of 5000 years of Peru’s pre-Columbian history. Overnight in Lima, Peru.

Day 14: Lima to Home Destination

Transfer to the Airport for your flight back home.

Tour Departure Dates

Month	Dates
August	10 & 25
September	8 & 22
October	7

Tour Inclusions

Inclusions
All accommodations in 4-star Hotels.
All Internal flights. (Weight Limit 20 kgs).
Meal Plan is indicated at the bottom of your daily itinerary.
All transportation by deluxe air-conditioned coach.
All sightseeing, entrances and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
Services of Bi-lingual Tour Manager throughout the tour.

Tour Exclusions

Exclusions
International Airfare.
Visa Fees (Approx $80).
Porterage.
Any personal expense.
Mandatory Tips: $6 per day.

Tour Cost

Category	Price
Adult	$5,095
Single Person	$5,995

Booking Payment Terms

Payment Terms
1st Page of the Passport Copy at the time of booking.
$1,000 deposit per person at the time of booking.
Balance payments to be made 1-month prior the tour.

Cancellation Policy

Days Prior to Tour	Cancellation Charge
Flight tickets once issued deposit will not be refunded.
15 - 30 days prior	50% of the tour cost.
7 - 14 days prior	75% of the tour cost.
Less than 7 days	100% of the cost.

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