Peru, Iguazu Falls & Buenos Aires
Colonial Lima, the Inca capital of Cusco & awe-inspiring Machu Picchu; Brazil's astounding Iguazu Falls; then urban exploration in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
| Style | Small Group Tour Tour escorts & guides for some segments | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 16 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture, Nature & Wildlife | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, partially escorted tour involves a significant amount of walking or hiking, often on uneven terrain, and reaches high altitudes requiring a high level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the trip. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations and may have limited rest stops. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Indisputably, Machu Picchu in Peru and Iguazu Falls, straddling Argentina and Brazil, are two iconic South American destinations. They're difficult to tie into one affordable tour since they're on opposite sides of the continent, but that's no problem for Friendly Planet! All of this combined with the excitement of urban exploration in Buenos Aires, and visits to Lima and Cusco, travelers will experience the best of South America for a price that screams "amazing deal!"
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip airfare from Miami via LATAM Airlines, including taxes & fees
- All intra-South America flights
- All ground transportation & transfers
- Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
- 12 nights accommodation in first class hotels
- 15 Meals: 12 breakfasts plus 1 lunch and 2 dinners
- Comprehensive touring program, including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking tour guides
Optional add-ons
- Optional second visit to Machu Picchu or opportunity to climb to Huayna Picchu
- Exciting excursions from Cusco to Tipon & Andahuaylillas and/or Chinchero & Maras (or Moray)
- Optional excursions in Buenos Aires feature a dinner & Tango performance, Tango lesson & wine tasting, and a full day visit to a traditional Estancia
Why you'll love it
- Visit the Andean village of Pisac and barter with the locals at the bustling market for their handmade clothing, ceramics, and more.
- Admire the breathtaking natural setting of Machu Picchu amid mist-covered green mountains above the rushing Urubamba River.
- Witness one of the greatest natural wonders of the world: Iguazu Falls, consisting of 275 inlets and cataracts cascading down 250 feet.
- Enjoy a traditional Brazilian dinner paired with an entertaining folklore performance.
- Indulge in dulce de leche and alfajores as you stroll through the famous San Telmo Market.
- Explore the underground tunnels of El Zanjon de Granados and learn about the earliest settlements in Buenos Aires.
- Learn the history and techniques used to create the accordion as you visit a workshop and museum.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA/Arrive Lima
- 2 Lima
- 3 Sacred Valley
- 4 Machu Picchu
- 5 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Optional Excursion: Second Visit to Machu Picchu , $100
- 6 Cusco
- Optional Excursion: Chinchero & Maras or Moray , $105
- Optional Excursion: Tipon & Andahuaylillas , $85
- 7 Cusco & Lima
- 8 Lima, Peru/Iguazu Falls, Brazil
- 9 Iguazu Falls
- 10 Depart Iguazu Falls, Brazil/Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Optional Excursion: Dinner & Tango Show , $85
- 11 Buenos Aires
- Optional Excursion: Tango Lesson & Wine Tasting , $195
- 12 Buenos Aires
- Optional Excursion: Argentinean Estancia with lunch , $115
- 13 Depart Buenos Aires
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA/Arrive Lima
- Depart Miami on your flight bound for Lima, Peru
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel
Day 2 Lima
- After breakfast visit the Larco Herrera Museum
- Enjoy some free time for lunch
- In the afternoon embark on a panoramic tour of Lima
Marriott Courtyard MirafloresBreakfast
Day 3 Sacred Valley
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco
- Explore Pisac Market and shop for unique crafts
- Continue to Ollantaytambo and tour the fortress and ruins
Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred ValleyBreakfast & dinner
Day 4 Machu Picchu
- Transfer to Ollanta station to board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
- Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu
El MaPi HotelBreakfast
Day 5 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Morning at leisure or optional second visit to Machu Picchu
- Return to Ollanta station by Vistadome train then transfer to Cusco by bus
Novotel CuscoBreakfast
Day 7 Cusco & Lima
- Morning city tour of Cusco
- Visit the Sacsayhuaman Fortress & Puka Pukara
- Afternoon at leisure in Cusco for last minute shopping and exploration
- This evening transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima
Hotel Costa Del Sol-RamadaBreakfast & lunch
Day 8 Lima, Peru/Iguazu Falls, Brazil
- Return to the airport via the sky bridge for your flight to Iguazu Falls, Brazil
- Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel
Mabu Thermas Grand Resort or similarBreakfast
Day 9 Iguazu Falls
- Full day tour of Iguazu Falls on the Argentinean side
- Brazilian dinner with folklore performance
Mabu Thermas Grand Resort or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 10 Depart Iguazu Falls, Brazil/Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Morning tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires
- Free evening or join an optional excursion
Vitrum HotelBreakfast
Day 11 Buenos Aires
- Explore Buenos Aires on a guided city tour
- Evening at leisure or join an optional excursion
Vitrum HotelBreakfast
Day 12 Buenos Aires
- Full day at leisure to explore independently
- Or, join an optional excursion
Vitrum HotelBreakfast
Day 13 Depart Buenos Aires
- Explore the archaeological site of El Zanjón de Granados
- Visit an accordion workshop and museum
- Transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight, via Lima, arriving in Miami tomorrow morning
Breakfast
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS/PRECAUTIONS: The high altitude reached on this trip (Cusco is at 11,000 feet above sea level) as well as the considerable amount of walking involved, often on uneven terrain, requires that you be in good physical condition to enjoy this trip. We strongly suggest that you consult with your physician regarding any concerns as well as possible medications to ease the effects of the high altitude.
A Yellow-fever certificate of vaccination is not required for entry into Brazil, however due to the presence of yellow fever throughout much of Brazil it is highly recommended to obtain a yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days prior to travel. Remember to bring mosquito repellent and lots of sunscreen.
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Argentina?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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