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View from Sugarloaf mountain in Urca at sunset overlooking the city and mountains of Rio de Janeiro with cable car of tourists and boats in Guanabara bay down below in Rio, Brazil, South America
Small Group Tour and Small Ship Cruise

Best of South America with Galápagos Cruise

2027

Small Group Tour

Best of South America with Galápagos Cruise

Best of South America with Galápagos Cruise

Experience the essence of South America on this unforgettable journey through Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Ecuador. Witness awe-inspiring natural wonders, from the thundering Iguazú Falls to the soaring Andean landscapes of the Sacred Valley. Stand in awe of iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer and the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, and immerse yourself in the rich culture, history, and cuisine of vibrant cities including Santiago, Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Cusco, and Lima. Cap off your adventure with a four-night Galápagos Islands cruise aboard the luxury Yacht La Pinta, where magnificent wildlife and extraordinary landscapes await your discovery.

Rio de JaneiroGuayaquil
26 Days Small Group Tour

Itinerary

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Rio de Janeiro to Guayaquil

26 days / 25 night Small Group Tour

Day 1

Arrive Rio de Janeiro

Day 2

Rio de Janeiro

Day 3

Rio de Janeiro

Freedom of Choice

Day 4

Rio de Janeiro, Iguazú Falls

Freedom of Choice

Day 5

Iguazú Falls

Signature Experience

Day 6

Iguazú Falls, Buenos Aires

Signature Experience

Day 7

Buenos Aires

Freedom of Choice

Day 8

Buenos Aires

Freedom of Choice

Day 9

Buenos Aires, Santiago

Day 10

Santiago

Freedom of Choice

Day 11

Santiago, Valparaíso

Signature Experience

Day 12

Santiago, Lima

Day 13

Lima

Signature Experience

Day 14

Lima, Sacred Valley

Signature Experience

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

Cusco, Lima

Day 20

Lima, Guayaquil

Day 21

Galápagos Islands

Day 22

Galápagos Islands

Day 23

Galápagos Islands

Day 24

Galápagos Islands

Day 25

Galápagos Islands, Guayaquil

Day 26

Depart Guayaquil

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

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Flights to and from South America are not included

  • 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

  • Services of an APT Tour Director in Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands are subject to minimum numbers

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