From the Atlantic to the Pacific (Multi country)
From the Atlantic to the Pacific (Multi country)
From the Atlantic to the Pacific (Multi country)
11 Days Starting in Sé and ending in Cusco
Visiting: Sé, Jardim Itamaraty, Santo Cristo, Jesús María, Cusco
Tour Overview
The tour of South America begins in Sao Paulo, a vast metropolis and world centre of entertainment, culture, fashion and business. Discover its attractions on a panoramic tour. From Sao Paulo, depart to the famous Iguacu Falls. Admire the impressive set of 275 waterfalls on the border of Brazil and Argentina. Also, visit the Bird Park, a conservation centre with more than 150 species of birds on 16 hectares of vegetation, on the Brazilian side. Then, set out on the road to the unsurpassed Rio de Janeiro and have a delicious dinner with a traditional samba show, where you will join the 'carioca' party. At Rio, meet some of the emblems of the city: Cerro Corcovado, the hill crowned by the famous Christ the Redeemer; the Maracana stadium, historical scene of world football; and end the day visiting the Colonial River, an area that preserves extraordinary 19th-century buildings. Spend the last day in Rio de Janeiro ascending the famous hill known as Sugarloaf Mountain, whose peculiar shape defines the iconic silhouette of the city. Observe the panoramic view of all Rio before continuing to the Tijuca Forest where you will take a jeep tour. This immense National Park is one of the most important in Brazil, encompassing part of the city and a forest area of impressive biological diversity. Continue the journey to Lima, the capital of Peru, and, then, depart to the Capital of the Inca Empire: Cusco. Connect with the mysticism, traditions and culture of the Andes by visiting some of the archaeological sites in the city and nearby areas. Conclude this visit to South America by visiting Machu Picchu, the Wonder of the World, iconic work of the largest pre-Columbian civilization that inhabited America. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Sao Paulo: the nightlife of this city is considered one of the bests in the world. Take advantage of a large variety of theatres, bars, restaurants, museums or cultural centres to get up close to the 'Paulista' lifestyle. Iguacu Falls: get in touch with nature in this impressive natural wonder, which besides having the magnificent set of waterfalls, is the habitat of a large amount of fauna. Cusco: the ancient Inca capital keeps a unique mix of pre-Columbian past and Spanish architecture. Its temples, squares and streets are surrounded by hills which hide impressive sites such as Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, PukaPukará and Tambomachay. Machu Picchu: the "lost city of the Incas" is the reason why thousands of people arrive in Peru. Hidden among the vegetation, get closer to our past through its rooms, temples, bridges and religious sites, built in communion with the surrounding landscape.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Sao Paulo (40Km – 1.5Hr)
Location: Sé
Accommodation Name: Transamérica Executive Chacara de Santo Antonio
Begin your South American tour in the impressive city of Sao Paulo. Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel to check-in.
Overnight in Sao Paulo.
Day 2 : Sao Paulo – Foz Do Iguaçu (1.4Hr By Flight, Not Included / 30Min By Land)
Location: Jardim Itamaraty
Accommodation Name: Continental Inn
Breakfast at the hotel. Start the panoramic tour of Sao Paulo. The city is a huge metropolis and world center of entertainment, culture, fashion and business. Pass close to the main attractions of the city such as the historic center, Paulista Avenue, Ibirapuera Park and more. Appreciate the green areas, the classic style architecture together with the contemporary and get in touch with the Paulista spirit. After the tour, you will be transferred to the airport to take the flight to Iguaçu where the famous waterfalls are located (domestic flight not included, a late afternoon flight is recommended. Clients can check-out and leave the luggage at the hotel until transfer to the airport). Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to the hotel.
Overnight in Foz do Iguacu.
Day 3 : Iguacu Falls (Brazilian Side) And Bird Park
Location: Jardim Itamaraty
Accommodation Name: Continental Inn
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, the guide will pick you up from the hotel for a half-day tour to visit the wonderful Iguacu Falls and admire the natural spectacle from different angles, thanks to the different observation platforms. Appreciate the immensity and strength of the water that falls continuously. From the Brazilian side, you can have a wonderful panoramic view, since two-thirds are on the opposite side, the Argentine side. After contemplating this natural wonder, visit the Bird Park, one of the best-known attractions in the region. Here, you will have direct contact with more than 1020 birds of 150 different species preserved on 16.5 hectares of the spectacular Atlantic Forest. Also, in this place projects of education, research and conservation of the environment have been developed, as well as a butterfly house and three large aviaries where visitors can enter to be next to toucans, scarlet ibis, macaws, and more species. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in the early afternoon to relax and unwind.
Overnight in Foz do Iguacu.
Day 4 : Iguaçu – Rio De Janeiro (2Hrs By Flight, Not Included / 1Hr By Land)
Location: Santo Cristo
Accommodation Name: Windsor Copa
Breakfast at the hotel. You have a free morning in Iguaçu before being transferred to the airport to take a flight to the impressive city of Rio de Janeiro (domestic flight not included, an early afternoon flight is recommended. Clients can check-out and leave the luggage at the hotel until transfer to the airport). Upon arrival in Rio, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. Rio de Janeiro has a lively nightlife full of energy, music, dancing, good food and drinks in a festive atmosphere along its streets. A great way to enjoy it and learn more about the Carnival and its traditions is to watch the spectacular samba show at Ginga Tropical*, which features singers and dancers dressed in creative costumes that present Brazilian folklore and capture the rhythms of the Carnival. This show, genuinely enchanting and impressive, ends with a fancy dress parade. Before the show, you will dine in a traditional steakhouse with various options of hot and cold dishes.
Overnight at Rio de Janeiro.
Day 5 : Panoramic Tour – Sugarloaf – Corcovado
Location: Santo Cristo
Accommodation Name: Windsor Copa
Breakfast at the hotel. The panoramic tour begins in the morning, starting from the hotel, passing through the beaches of the South area of Rio, while listening to the history of local neighbourhoods. Before reaching Sugarloaf, you will take a tour of downtown Rio. Pass by the Sambadrome, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Plaza Cinelândia and the Municipal Theatre. After crossing the historic Rio Branco avenue, you will reach the Urca neighbourhood, where you will board a cable car to the top of the Urca hill, which rises 215 metres above sea level, offering spectacular views of the entire bay and the surrounding islands. On the Urca hill, you will take a second cable car to the top of the Sugarloaf, which rises 395 metres above sea level and offers a 360-degree view of the entire city. After the visit, taste a traditional barbecue lunch that provides a wide variety of options. Then, head to the legendary Maracana stadium. From there, go to the meeting point to board the vehicle that will take you to the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, the most famous monument in Rio, on Cerro Corcovado. After this activity, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Overnight at Rio de Janeiro.
Day 6 : Jeep Tour Of Santa Teresa And Tijuca Forest
Location: Santo Cristo
Accommodation Name: Windsor Copa
Breakfast at the hotel. Time for a refreshing jeep tour of Rio de Janeiro. Start in the Santa Teresa neighbourhood, where you will meet its narrow winding streets and colourful historical buildings in this bohemian area. From the top of Santa Teresa Hill, you will have some of the best views of the lush landscapes of Guanabara Bay. Continue to the Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world. This stretch of greenery covers a large part of the city and yet it feels like a distant world. The tour includes some simple trails, where you can see the impressive local flora up close. Depending on the day, you might also observe monkeys, toucans, iguanas, anteaters and more. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Overnight in Rio de Janeiro.
Day 7 : Rio De Janeiro – Lima (5Hrs By Flight, Not Included)
Location: Jesús María
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Lima
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Rio de Janeiro airport to take a flight to the city of Lima (international flight not included, a morning flight is recommended). Upon arrival, a transportation service will pick you up from the airport to transfer you to your hotel. You have the rest of the day off to visit Lima’s delicious restaurants, shops or attractions.
Overnight in Lima.
Day 8 : Lima – Cusco (90Min By Flight, Not Included)
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco
Breakfast at the hotel. A vehicle will take you from the hotel to Lima airport to take a flight to the capital of the Inca Empire: Cusco. Arrive at Cusco Airport and enjoy a comfortable transfer to your selected hotel. A guide will accompany you, offering useful information about the city attractions and assisting you along the way. Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive not later than 10:30 am. Noon arrivals are too late. Take the opportunity to rest and recover after the flight or head out into the city for your first glimpse of life in Peru. Alternatively, you can book our optional Half-Day South Valley Tour: Tipón, Pikillaqta, and Andahuaylillas:
Half-Day South Valley Tour: Tipón, Pikillaqta and Andahuaylillas (private basis): Unique tour that includes visits to the most important attractions between Cusco and Puno. Being the first to explore breath-taking archeological sites Tipón and its impressive rural colonial mansion where the Incas constructed an impressive irrigation system in harmony with nature that is still perceived by the surrounding population. In Pikillacta, the best-preserved pre-Inca cities we´ll follow the remains of the Wari culture, ancestor of the Incas, and in the beautiful Church of Andahuaylillas, also called "The Sistine Chapel of America” we´ll see the Wari´s marvelous original pipe organ. Take the most advantage of our tour and enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city.Notes: Private service. Start time: 13:00 hours. Duration 4.5 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Andahuaylillas and BTC (Cusco tourist ticket).Overnight in Cusco.
Day 9 : Cusco City Tour And Nearby Archaeological Sites
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco
Breakfast at the hotel. In the afternoon, learn with a guided tour that begins at the Santo Domingo Convent, a large Renaissance-baroque complex, which was built over the Inca Coricancha temple. It was one of the most important temples dedicated to worshipping of the sun, and its foundations are still prominent at the base of the convent. Ancient chronicles say the temple was covered in gold leaf and filled with golden representations of nature. Then, visit the Cathedral, the most imposing monument of the Main Square. Head to the hills above Cusco to visit the remains of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, whose impressive ramparts offer a stunning panoramic view of Cusco, and the ruins of the temple and amphitheatre of Qenqo, where it is believed the Incas practised agricultural rituals. Admire Qenqo and then finally visit Puka Pukara (‘Red fortress’ in Quechua) an Inca military complex located on a prominent hill. Its dwellings squares, bathrooms, aqueducts, walls, and towers can still be appreciated. Afterwards, return to Cusco and spend the rest of the free afternoon relaxing at the hotel or exploring the city.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 10 : Cusco Machu Picchu – Cusco
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco
Your journey to Machu Picchu begins with a transfer to the station to board the train that will take you to Aguas Calientes. The town, also known as "Machu Picchu Town", is the last stop before entering the most important archaeological site in Peru. In Aguas Calientes, there are craft markets, restaurants and hotels of different categories, for those who prefer to spend the night at the foot of the mountain and go up early in the morning. Finally, after a short bus transfer, you will arrive at Machu Picchu, a masterpiece of engineering and architecture that served as a sanctuary and refuge for the Inca ruler Pachacutec. Machu Picchu, which means "Old Mountain", is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. A guided tour explains the origins behind this awe-inspiring citadel, presenting its most prominent landmarks such as the monumental Main Square, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows, the Circular Towers, the Sacred Sun Dial, and the Burial Grounds. Return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and then board the train back to Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 11 : Departure Cusco
Location: Cusco
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a pleasant transfer from the selected hotel to Cusco airport to board the flight out of the city.
What's Included
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Operated with English/Spanish-speaking local guides throughout the itinerary
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10 nights’ accommodation
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10 Breakfast
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2 Lunches on Day 5 and 10
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1 Dinner on Day 4
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Shared transfers from/to the airport in Sao Paulo and Iguacu
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Private transfers from/to the airport in Rio de Janeiro Lima and Cusco
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Shared transfers from and to the train stations
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Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail)
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Bus Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu/Aguas Calientes
What's Not Included
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Fully escorted tour guide
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Visa fees
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Domestic/international flights: Sao Paulo – Foz de Iguazu (Day 2) / Foz de Iguazú – Rio de Janeiro (Day 4) / Rio de Janeiro – Lima (Day 7)/ Lima – Cusco (Day 8)
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Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
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Optional tours (if any)
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City tax not included payable on the spot
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Airport taxes
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Any visit not mentioned in the program
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Porterage and gratuities
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Expenditures of a personal nature drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
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Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks mineral water camera/video camera fee (if any)
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Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays accidents etc.
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