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Land Tour

Best of South America

2025

Land Tour

Best of South America

Best of South America

This journey dives into the heart and soul of Chile, Argentina, Brazil and Peru. Discover Iguazú Falls, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu’s inimitable mountain location. As well, discover the diverse South American cities of Santiago, Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Cusco and Lima.

19 day Land Tour

Itinerary

19 days / 18 night Land Tour

Day 1

Arrive Santiago

Day 2

Santiago, Valparaíso

Signature Experience

Day 3

Santiago

Freedom of Choice

Day 4

Santiago, Buenos Aires

Day 5

Buenos Aires

Signature Experience

Day 6

Buenos Aires

Freedom of Choice

Day 7

Buenos Aires, Iguazú Falls

Signature Experience

Day 8

Iguazú Falls

Freedom of Choice

Day 9

Iguazú Falls, Rio de Janeiro

Day 10

Rio de Janeiro

Day 11

Rio de Janeiro

Freedom of Choice

Day 12

Rio de Janeiro, Lima

Day 13

Lima

Signature Experience

Day 14

Lima, Sacred Valley

Day 15

Sacred Valley, Maras, Moray

Signature Experience

Day 16

Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu

Signature Experience

Day 17

Machu Picchu, Cusco

Day 18

Cusco

Freedom of Choice

Day 19

Depart Cusco

Stay/Stop name (no. of nights)
Coach/Vehicle
Rail
Flight (included)
Extensions

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Travel to Valparaíso for a guided discovery of the historic quarter and a funicular ride
Enjoy a private tango demonstration before savouring a selection of tapas
Experience a stay within Iguaçu National Park in Brazil
Relish an authentic lunch and a Peruvian Paso horse show in Lima at a private hacienda
Travel on Inca Rail’s First Class Machu Picchu Train and enjoy a gourmet Andean-inspired lunch on board
18 nights’ luxury stays
Locally inspired dining – a total of 32 meals
Expert APT Tour Director and local guides

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique events are designed to deepen your experience, taking you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following experiences are just a taste of what we have prepared especially for you.

World Heritage city, colorful buildings and harbour
Valparaiso, Chile - 22 January 2023: Cars on the steep track of Funicular railway in Valparaiso Chile.

Valparaíso Funicular Ride

Explore this World Heritage-listed city’s historic quarter, then enjoy a funicular ride and take in brilliant views of Valparaíso’s vibrant buildings and port.

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People eating Pulpo a la Gallega with potatoes. Galician octopus dishes. Famous dishes from Galicia, Spain.

Tango Demonstration and Tapas

Delve into the heart of Argentinean tradition and local culture as you witness a vivacious tango demonstration accompanied with a selection of authentic tapas.

The Belmond Hotel das Cataratas at the Iguazu Falls on the border of Argentina and Brazil in the rainforrest of the Iguazu National Park.

Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

As the only hotel in Brazil’s Iguaçu National Park, this Belmond property combines elegance and luxury with off-the-grid charm, ideally situated within sight and sound of the incredible Iguazú Falls. Enjoy a two-night stay in this opulent hotel and revel in the property’s unrivalled location.

Glasses of cachaça served on the table.
Smiling barman holding a glass filled with  Caipirinha cocktail with a straw.

Sommelier-Guided Cachaça Tasting

Indulge in a cachaça tasting at your hotel, which boasts one of the largest cachaça collections in Brazil. In celebration of Brazil’s national spirit, which is well known as the key ingredient in the Caipirinha cocktail, a cachaça sommelier will lead you on a delightful journey of flavours.

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Peruvian Paso Horse Show

Pay a visit to a private hacienda, which showcases the nation’s regional traditions. Sit down to a lunch of traditional South American fare and enjoy a Peruvian Paso horse show.

Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your tour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Flights to and from South America are not included

  • Atacama Desert extension (ISA4) available. Enquire for details

  • Prices include transfers, meals, accommodation, porterage, all internal flights within South America as per itinerary (including airport taxes which are subject to change) and gratuities

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