This South America tour brings you to bustling cities, peaceful countrysides and a legendary mountaintop sanctuary. The past meets the present in Brazil, Argentina and Peru, where indigenous customs, Spanish colonial architecture and modern-day dynamism combine to create an unforgettable travel experience.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Rio de Janeiro

Board an overnight flight to Brazil.

Day 2 - Rio de Janeiro

Arrive in Rio de Janeiro, the Marvelous City. A Go Ahead representative greets you and escorts you to your hotel. This afternoon, you’ll board a cable car for a quick ascent to the peak of Sugarloaf Mountain, the peak that greets entrants to Guanabara Bay. Nearly 1,300 feet above the waves, you’ll be able to see for miles—welcome to South America! This evening, you’ll enjoy an included Welcome Dinner with your group.
Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner

Day 3 - Rio de Janeiro

This morning, board a cog-wheel train to the top of Corcovado Mountain, where you’ll stand next to the statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the Modern Wonders of the World. The afternoon is free at leisure.
Included meal: breakfast

Day 4 - Iguassu Falls

Say goodbye to Rio and board your flight for Iguassu. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Tonight, immerse yourself in the rhythms of samba, tango and Paraguayan music during dinner and a show at a local restaurant.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 5 - Iguassu Falls

One of South America’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders, Iguassu Falls is like no other cataract in the New World. First, cross Tancredo Neves Bridge into Argentina for amazing views, especially those of Devil’s Throat, the most famous section of Iguassu Falls. Then you will drive through Iguassu National Park, a sub-tropical paradise, to the Brazilian side of the falls for another incredible view of the falls.
Included meal: breakfast

Day 6 - Buenos Aires

Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina and begin exploring the city. Known as “the Paris of the South,” Buenos Aires is renowned for its elegant culture. A city of immigrants, it weaves multitudes of people, cuisines and cultures into a vibrant and modern tapestry. Tonight’s dinner is included.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 7 - Buenos Aires

Embark on a guided tour of Buenos Aires and get to know the city where the tango was born. Begin at Plaza de Mayo, continue on to the colorful streets of La Boca and end your tour in Recoleta, where you’ll visit the grave of Eva Perón. Tonight, join our optional Tango Show & Dinner.
Included meal: breakfast

$99 USD

Tango Show & Dinner Relax and enjoy the show as accomplished tangueros perform their national dance. Accompanied by live music, the elegant dancers will transport you to a bygone era. You’ll also enjoy a dinner featuring regional specialties and Argentine wine.

Day 8 - Buenos Aires

Enjoy a free day to discover the many wonders of Buenos Aires. Consider our full-day optional excursion to the Estancia Santa Susana, where the gauchos introduce you to their rustic way of life.
Included meal: breakfast

$129 USD

Argentine Estancia Leave the bustle of Buenos Aires for the peace of the pampas. Journey to a nearby ranch, where the gauchos, or cowboys, welcome you with a refreshing drink. As you tour the estancia, you’ll learn about the gauchos’ daily life. Come together for a rustic asado, or barbecue, lunch, followed by a folklore show before returning to the city. Argentines have a well-documented and long-running love affair with beef, so be sure to try some hot off the parilla.

Day 9 - Cuzco

Board a flight to Cuzco this morning; you’ll make a layover in Lima en route. You’ll have the balance of the day to explore or acclimate to the altitude. Dinner is included this evening.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 10 - Cuzco

On a guided tour of Cuzco, you’ll visit the Cathedral of Santo Domingo, the city’s colonial-era Plaza de Armas, the Incan Korikancha temple, the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the temple of Kenko and the ancient Incan baths at Tambomachay. This evening, consider joining our optional Dinner & Peruvian Folkshow.
Included meal: breakfast

$39 USD

Dinner & Peruvian Folkshow Peru’s diverse culture comes alive this evening at a native folk show, showcasing the region’s love of music and dance. Taste local dishes at an included buffet dinner, including Peruvian specialties such as lomo saltado.

Day 11 - Machu Picchu

Board a train bound for Machu Picchu, passing through spectacular mountain scenery and the dramatic Urubamba River valley. Explore Machu Picchu, including the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Three Windows, the cave of the Temple of the Condor and the mysterious calendar of Intihuatana. Lunch is included today.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch
Included entrance: Machu Picchu

Day 12 - Cuzco

An expert local guide leads you on a full-day sightseeing tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You’ll see the famous ruins of Pisac and Ollantaytambo and visit several local market towns. Lunch is included today. Gather tonight for a Farewell Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Included entrance: Ollantaytambo Ruins

Day 13 - Lima

Arrive this morning in Lima, Peru’s diverse capital. After hotel check-in, a professional local city guide leads you on an extensive tour of both modern and colonial Lima. This evening, transfer to the airport for your flight home. If you are joining the extension to the Amazon, you will spend the night in Lima.
Included meal: breakfast

Day 14 - Lima

Arrive home this morning.