21 Days | Discover the delights of South America in Peru, Argentina and Brazil
There are many sides to South America, from the energy of the cities, the beauty of the lansdcapes and the spirit of its people. Discover it all on this trip that winds through the Inca heartlands and jungles of Peru, the enigmatic cities and natural wonders of Argentina and the dynamism of Brazil's vivacious Rio. See animals, meet locals, traverse trails and marvel at all the contrasts of this very special corner of the world.
Trip overview
- Start
- Lima, Peru
- Finish
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Peru, Brazil, Argentina
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Comfort
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- GGKPC
- See the famed Machu Picchu – perched high in the Andes on a mountaintop, surrounded by mountain rainforest – and discover the secrets and history of this iconic Inca ruin.
- Spend a full day exploring the floating islands of Uros (made entirely of reeds) on Lake Titicaca and make the most of the chance to meet the local Uru people who live here.
- Visit the scenic Sacred Valley, where you’ll stop for lunch in the Huilloq community and participate in their ceremony blessing Pachamama. Listen to their life stories of the Andean highlands and learn more about their fascinating culture through a textile demonstration.
- Look for rainbows in the mist from both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides as you marvel at the power of Iguazu Falls which are higher than Niagara Falls and wider than Victoria Falls.
- Visit a local Guarani community to meet some of the region’s few remaining indigenous people and learn how the falls were created when the serpent god M’Boy split the river in half.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Awamaki. Donations help them empower indigenous women artisans in Peru with skills training and job opportunities that provide financial independence.
- This trip visits places that are at high altitude, where it’s common for travellers to experience altitude sickness. Regardless of your age, gender and fitness, please see the ‘Medical and Health Information’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more detail.
- Visitors are not permitted to explore Machu Picchu without a Machu Picchu guide (this doesn’t include your trip leader) and must follow set routes within the site. This trip includes one guided visit of Machu Picchu (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours). Your leader will provide more information to ensure you get the most out of your visit to this incredible site.
- There are several orientation walks and city tours during this trip so there will be quite a lot of walking. It’s important to always bring plenty of water, wear comfortable walking shoes and ensure you use adequate sun protection.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Inclusions
20 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Plane, Train, Private vehicle, Public bus, Boat
Hotel (20 nights)
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Lima - Leader-led Miraflores walking tour
- Lima - Guided tour, including San Francisco Monastery, the Catacombs and Central Market
- Islas Ballestas - Guided tour
- Nazca Lines - Viewing tower
- Nazca - Pachamanca dinner
- Arequipa - Walking tour
- Arequipa - San Ignacio Chapel
- Arequipa - Santa Catalina Monastery Admission Fee
- Arequipa - Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa
- Puno - Sillustani archaeological site
- Puno - Lake Titicaca day tour
- Cusco - Leader-led orientation walk
- Cusco - Full Boleto Turistico Pass (access to 16 archaeological sites, transport & guides not included)
- Sacred Valley - Coffee & cake
- Sacred Valley - Community visit, pachamama offering & guinea pig lunch
- Machu Picchu - Entrance and guided tour
- Buenos Aires - City tour
- Iguazu Falls - Tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
- Iguazu Falls - Guarani community visit
- Iguazu Falls - Tour of the Argentinian side of the falls
- Rio de Janeiro - City tour
- Lima - Coast Biking Tour - Urban Adventure (Price based on 2 participants) - USD52
- Lima - Bohemian Barranco (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
- Lima - Lima Discovery + San Francisco and Pisco Sour - Urban Adventures (Price based on 2 participants) - USD39
- Lima - Private: Home Cooked Tour Ceviche experience Urban Adventure (Based on 2 Participants) - USD85
- Lima - Lima Water Show (Based on 4 participants) - USD40
- Lima - Lima Pisco Making (Based on 4 participants) - USD35
- Lima - Lima Eat Street (Based on 4 participants) - USD75
- Lima - Private Larco Museum (Based on 4 participants) - USD50
- Lima - Cathedral of Lima (entrance fee) - PEN12
- Nazca - Scenic flight over the Nazca Lines (excluding 77 PEN Taxes at Nazca Airport) - USD100
- Arequipa - Juanita Museum Admission Fee - PEN20
- Cusco - Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD130
- Cusco - Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 paticipants) - USD100
- Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class - USD70
- Cusco - Pisco Making Urban Adventure (Based on 2 participants) - USD57
- Cusco - Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) - USD85
- Cusco - Rainbow Mountain Hike (Based on 4 participants) - USD105
- 1 Day Inca Trail - Add-on (Must pre-book) - USD380
- Buenos Aires - Football game (prices from) - USD120
- Buenos Aires - Tango show ticket prices from - USD120
- Iguazu Falls - Bird Park Entrance - BRL80
- Iguazu Falls - Helicopter ride (min 3 people) - BRL630
- Iguazu Falls - Zodiac ride up to the falls - USD90
- Rio de Janeiro - Carnival rehearsal (June to Carnival only) from - BRL120
- Rio de Janeiro - Samba show from - BRL200
- Rio de Janeiro - Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car (entrance) - BRL160
- Rio de Janeiro - Football game tickets from - BRL400
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip starts in Lima on Day 1 at 2pm. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore the city. This trip ends on Day 21 and you are free to leave at any time.
4. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The flights from Lima through to Buenos Aires have a luggage allowance of 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on. The flights from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazu, and Foz do Iguacu to Rio de Janeiro have a luggage allowance of 15kg for check in luggage and 5kg for carry on. Argentina is particularly strict on these limits.
5. Full passport details are required at the time of booking. These details are used to obtain entrance and transport tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
6. This trip includes taking the train to Machu Picchu. You can choose to hike the 1-Day Inca Trail for an additional cost. Please see Day 11 of the Itinerary and contact your booking agent if you’re interested in this activity.
7. We recommend you take USD cash with you to Argentina and change it locally. While ATMs are widely available, there is a daily limit for withdrawals and the exchange rate does fluctuate.
8. Should you choose not to hike at all, please inform in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.
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