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19 Day Journey through South America
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The Experience
What your day looks like
This 19 days/18 nights travel package offers you to travel the most interesting points of Patagonia, along with Brazil, in the most complete way. Departing from the city of Santiago de Chile, we will make an amazing trip through Patagonia, visiting Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine, and El Calafate. Then we continue to the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires, known as the "Paris of Latin America"; The next stop will be in the Iguazú Falls, to finally reach one of Brazil biggest cities: Rio de Janeiro. Do not miss this opportunity!
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Discover Buenos Aires with a local guide and attend to a Tango Show
- Tour the wonderful Chilean Patagonia, through land and water.
- Get to see the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier with a boat ride
- Explore one of the World's Natural Wonders: the Iguazu Falls.
- Visit the famous Christ the Redeemer monument and beautiful beaches at Rio de Janeiro
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Santiago
Day 1: Arrival in Santiago de Chile According to your flight itinerary, our driver will take you from Santiago airport to your hotel located downtown. Rest of the day free.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2
Salvador
Sightseeing. Day 2: Sightseeing Tour Pick up from 9 am to sightseeing the city on a tour through most important historical, commercial and residential areas. We will make a panoramic visit to the Government Palace called "La Moneda", the historical center of the Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucía Hill, the Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the Municipality and the bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista, among others.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3
Santiago
City/Town Tour. Day 3: Viña del Mar and Valparaiso We departure at 9:00 am towards the city of Viña del Mar, known as "The Garden City", where we will visit the Vergara country house, Carrasco Palace and the flower clock, among the most important points. Then, the tour continues towards Valparaiso, a city characterized by the presence of multicolored houses, where we will observe the Sotomayor Square and sail through the bay.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4
Santiago
Day 4: Arrival to Puerto Natales You will be transferred from your hotel in Santiago to the airport to take your flight to Punta Arenas. Once there, you have to go to the bus station, to board the shuttle to Puerto Natales. At the terminal, your driver will be waiting to take you to your hotel.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5
Santiago
Sightseeing at Torres Del Paine National Park. Day 5: Torres del Paine National Park Departure from our hotel in Puerto Natales, towards the Natural Monument the Milodón Cave. The largest of these caves contain a replica of the extinct Milodon, a large herbivore. Then, we will visit Torres del Paine National Park, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful natural sites on the planet, and recently qualified as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Thus, through our tour, we will appreciate some of its main attractions, such as Laguna Amarga, view of the Cuernos del Paine, Salto Grande and Lake Gray. At noon we will enjoy our lunch at a Park restaurant (not included). Then, we will continue our tour, to finally return to our hotel in Puerto Natales.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6
Santiago
Boating. Day 6 Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Departure in the morning from our hotel in Puerto Natales, to go to the pier where the boat will sail to the glaciers. The tour will pass through Guanacos Island and the Last Hope Fjord. At noon we will reach the Balmaceda Glacier, highlighted by its great beauty. Later, we will visit the Serrano Glacier, where it is possible to disembark to enjoy a walk through the lush forest. In addition, there is a path that leads to the foot of the glacier. After the walk, we will enjoy a typical lunch in the area, to later explore the surroundings. Finally, we will return sailing through the channel to arrive at the port, and return to our hotel in Puerto Natales.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7
Santiago
Day 7: Arrival in El Calafate You have to go to the Puerto Natales bus terminal to take the shuttle service towards the Argentinean town of El Calafate. At the terminal, you will be received by your driver, who will take you to your hotel
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 8
Santiago
Boating at Perito Moreno Glacier. Day 8: Perito Moreno and Boat ride The tour begins after breakfast, picking you up at your hotels, together with a guide, to head towards Los Glaciares National Park. We will drive along the scenic Route 11, which runs alongside the main course of Lago Argentino on our way to Brazo Rico. Once at the park, we will go to Curva de los Suspiros, where we descend the vehicle to take the first look to the Perito Moreno Glacier, which is certainly an amazing image. Later we will make another stop at the Muelle Bajo las Sombras, from where departs a boat ride to get closer to the southern wall of the glacier. Then we will go to the front catwalks of the glacier, where we will see it from several balconies located at different heights, allowing to appreciate it from different angles, each more beautiful than the last one. Finally, we will enjoy some free time to spot the different detachments that continually take place, and those who want to can enjoy lunch at any of the restaurants near the runways.
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Day 9
Santiago
Leisure. Day 9: Free Day
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Day 10
Santiago
Day 10: Arrival in Buenos Aires A driver will pick you up at your hotel to take you to board your flight to Buenos Aires. After your arrival, another driver will be there waiting for you to take you to your hotel.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11
Buenos Aires
City/Town Tour. Day 11: Walking Tour and Tango Show The day starts with a walking tour of the city. Around 10 am we departure from our offices to explore the city, it's the most beautiful and interesting places. The tour is done walking and traveling by public transport, to visit the Centre, San Telmo, La Boca and Recoleta, where our tour ends. Ideal walk to take photos and tour areas outside the massive tourist circuit. The tour ends around 4:30 pm.
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Santiago
Dancing. At night, between 8 and 8:30 we will pick you up at your hotel to enjoy a beautiful dinner accompanied by an unforgettable Tango Show. The event will take place in El Querandí, one of the most popular Tanguerías in the neighborhood of San Telmo. You will taste a gourmet three-course dinner with a wide selection of typical dishes and regional wines. Then, witness an incredible show, which reviews the History of Tango with different dance partners and singers. In the end, around midnight, you will be returned to your hotel
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 12
Tigre
Boating. Day 12: Tigre Boat Ride The tour departures from the boat terminal in the luxurious neighborhood of Puerto Madero, where you will have to meet your guide at 9:45 am, from there, sail through the Rio de la Plata and the Delta area, to enjoy the best views of the city. Once in Tigre, there is a bus tour, to get to know the main attractions. Continue with a tour on foot through the famous market of Puerto de Frutos. Finally, we will return to Buenos Aires by train to the Retiro station, where the Tour ends.
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 13
Santiago
Horseback Riding. Day 13: Santa Susana Ranch Departure at 9:00 am from your hotel, we will travel to the traditional ranch, located in the middle of Argentina's Pampa where we will celebrate the authentic "Fiesta Gaucha". We will perform multiple activities related to local customs. You can go horseback riding, live a traditional folklore show live and enjoy a demonstration of the fantastic horse skills of the famous Gauchos Argentinos. Our tour includes lunch with Asado (barbecue), different cuts of meat and vegetables. We will pair the food drinking wine and, for dessert, we will try some regional sweets.
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 14
Santiago
Day 14: Arrival to Iguazu and Brazilian Falls A driver will pick you up at your hotel to take you to board your flight to Puerto Iguassu. After your arrival, another driver will be there waiting for you to take you to your hotel.
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Puerto Iguazu
Sightseeing at Iguazú National Park. After that, you will go on a half-day tour to discover the Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls National Park. Upon arrival at the Visitors Center, you'll get on the panoramic buses that begin the tour of the park. After a short ride, you get off the bus to start walking the paths. From the first balcony, you can get a panoramic view of the Argentinean falls. Then after 950 meters with stunning views over the Iguazu river, you'll get to the falls on the Brazilian side. The walkway entering the river next to the Floriano fall gives the visitor a gorgeous panoramic view of the lower Iguazu river and the Devil’s throat Canyon. The Iguazu Falls on the Brazilian side is the place to get the best views of the falls.
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 15
Santiago
Sightseeing at Iguazu Falls. Day 15: Argentine Falls The Iguazu Falls tour on the Argentinian side takes you to visit the upper, lower and Devil's throat circuits. You will arrive at the New Visitors Center at the Iguazu Falls where you'll walk to the "Nature Interpretation Center". From there you can go onboard the eco-train that goes to the Cataratas Station (Iguazu Falls Station; it's the train's first stop) in about 8 minutes, or you can take a short walk through the “Green Trail” that leads to the beginning of the path towards the Upper and Lower trails of the Iguazu Falls. Otherwise, you can take the same train to the Garganta Station (the biggest fall of the Iguazu Falls). Once you have finished the circuits, you must go back to the Visitors Center where the vehicles are waiting to take you back to the hotel.
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 16
Santiago
Day 16: Arrival in Rio de Janeiro We will take you from your hotel to the airport, where you will board your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Once there, a driver will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name, to take you safely to your hotel in downtown.
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 17
Santiago
Sightseeing. Day 17: Corcovado and Sugar Loaf We will go visit the Corcovado Hill and the statue of Christ the Redeemer, located at 710 meters high. We can make our way to the top by the historical train, from there, we will get stunning panoramic views. Stop for lunch
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Santiago
Sightseeing. Continue to visit Pan de Azúcar hill, located at 395 meters above sea level, in the middle of Guanabara Bay. The climb is made by cable car to the peak of the mountain, from where you can get a wonderful 360° view of the Guanabara Bay, Copacabana, Urca, Botafogo, Flamengo, and its surroundings.
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Santiago
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 18
Santiago
Boating. Day 18: Buzios Day Trip Departure from Rio de Janeiro to Buzios, located 176km away from the city. Former fishing village, today it has become an international luxury destination. Embark on the port for a boat trip visiting its beautiful coast with stops to go for a swim in its crystal clear waters. After the boat ride, lunch will be served at a local restaurant. The rest of the day will be free to walk through the famous "Rua das Pedras". Return to Rio de Janeiro.
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Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 19
Santiago
Day 19: Farewell of Rio According to your flight itinerary, you will be transferred to the airport, to continue your journey or return home. End of Services.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Tours and transfers as specified in the itinerary Taxes
Not Included
Flights Entrances Fees Extras, meals, and others NOT specified in the itinerary Personal Expenses
Restrictions
Rates NOT applicable for Holidays and Special Events
Meeting & Pickup
Our drivers will be waiting for you at the designated locations during the airport transfers. Please note that the exact waiting times may vary.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
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