1086 - Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls & the best of Peru
11 nights visiting Buenos Aires, Iguazu, Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu!
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Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Machu Picchu!
Enjoy this incredible 11-night program to visit Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls and the best destinations in Peru. The itinerary starts in Buenos Aires, capital city of Argentina and the most european city in South America. You will be surprised by the french and english architecture, the warm of the people and the magic of the Tango dance. Enjoy a dinner tango show or take some great tango lessons! Taste the local dishes, like empanadas, mate, the argentinian meat, and the malbec wine! Next, we will visit Iguazu Falls, also declared recently as one of the new-seven wonders of nature and UNESCO World Heritage. Be ready to enjoy this unique place on earth! We continue to Lima, capital city of Peru, to enjoy the city tour and the incredible Larco Museum, with an important collection of ancient elements. Then, we continue to Cusco, the original capital of the Incas. We will enjoy this colonial place, mixed with ancient culture. We visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, to enjoy Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Maras and Moray, and other places in the green valley. Finally, we will visit the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, another 7-wonder of nature and also UNESCO World Heritage.
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Itinerary
Day 1
BUENOS AIRES: Arrival to the capital city
Welcome to Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina and one of the most important cities in South America. After arriving at the International Airport, called Ministro Pistarini and known by the name of Ezeiza, you will be ready to enjoy the European style in the architecture, history, the unique experience of tango, great gastronomy, and the warmth of the local people called “Porteños”. You will stay 3 nights in this unique city and the first day is free to rest. But, if you`re an active person, interested in make some great activities just after arrival, take a look at our optional tours before continue reading. We have many options to offer for any kind of traveler, check details in the following list:
After breakfast, we will start a 4-hour city tour visiting the best of Buenos Aires. As we told you, Buenos Aires is one of the most european cities in South America, to be honest…
the most. And it`s because the european influence in the architecture of the beginnings of the past century, when Argentina was the sixth country in the world…
Our tour includes different areas in the city. We will enjoy La Boca, one of the most famous places, that includes Caminito and Boca Juniors Stadium called “La Bombonera”. Of course, we will visit San Telmo, another traditional place in Buenos Aires. Please note, on sundays the famous San Telmo fair will be opened where you can find many interesting antiques.
Our tour also includes the visit to the traditional Plaza de Mayo, with the Government House called “Casa Rosada”, the Cabildo, the Cathedral, and all the history around this emblematic square. We will see the Obelisk and 9 de Julio Avenue. Then, Colon Theatre, one of the most important opera houses in the world. You can take a guided visit if you want, but it`s important to buy tickets in advance. Check with us about this optional activity with more details.
This tour will allow us to get to know other areas of the city, like neighborhoods of Recoleta, Palermo and Puerto Madero, a renovated dockside area with a rich gastronomy offer, where you can finalize your tour and enjoy a great lunch and taste the local gastronomy.
After this tour, you`re free to enjoy the city at your own. There are many activities to do, like the visit to Colon Theatre with Walking Tour, or the excursion to Tigre Delta.
In the evening, you can enjoy some optional tours, like an amazing Tango Show, or a Buenos Aires by night activity before return to your hotel and rest for our next trip tomorrow. Check our options below.
BUENOS AIRES: Enjoying the countryside. Visit to an estancia in the Pampas
After breakfast, we will start our tour to the Pampas, to visit one of the traditional estancias or farms. It`s one of the classic visits you can enjoy during your stay in Buenos Aires.
usually called “Fiesta Gaucha” and where we will make activities associated with the local traditions, like the typical “Asado Criollo”, an unforgettable horse riding, and the traditional folklore show. After lunch which is included of course, we will enjoy some gaucho demonstration with horses, in activities called Carreras de Sortijas.
Return to the hotel is around 5 pm, and you have some free time for rest, or may be enjoy some of our optional activities available below. We`re ready to help you
Again, evening is free to choose any of our available activitites. Check below
Arrival to Iguazu (Puerto Iguazu or Foz do Iguaçu, depending your flight). It`s the gate to visit one of the most incredible shows of nature in South America and the world! Yes, Iguazu Falls was recently declared as one of the new 7-wonders of nature and it`s a UNESCO World Heritage. And of course, a must-see when you visit Argentina or Brazil.
After arrival, we will transfer you to the hotel for check in and rest. Free time to enjoy the pool, or walk the city at your own.
IGUAZU FALLS: The Argentinian Side. Enjoying the falls
After breakfast, we will start one of the best excursions you can do in Argentina. Iguazu Falls is a unique place in the world, with all the magic of nature. The guide will transfer to
to the Parque Nacional Iguazu, located in the argentinian side. The park is amazing, and offers up to 8 kilometers of trails to enjoy the falls, basically in three different circuits called Upper Circuit, Lower Circuit and the Trail to the incredible Devil`s Throat with the Ecological Train of the Jungle. The Devil`s Throat is a set of 80 meters high waterfalls that flow into a narrow gorge, which concentrates the largest flow of the Iguazú Falls, being in turn these waterfalls the largest flow in the world. The show is unique and amazing!
There are many optional activities you can choose. Take a look to some of them below.
IGUAZU FALLS: The Brazilian Side, a unique panoramic view of the falls
After breakfast, we will start our visit to the brazilian side of the falls. The park is called Parque Nacional do Iguaçu and the visit is basically a bus ride to enjoy the jungle, and
finally a wonderful panoramic view of the falls, along the 1500 mts trail and the elevator. The landscape is unique, so be ready with your camera to take hundred of unforgettable photos!
It`s a half day tour that can be combined with any of the optional activities like the Parque Das Aves (Bird`s Park), or the visit to Itaipu Dam. And you also can add some adventure activities during your visit. Check optionals below.
Macuco Safari - USD 99 A short trekking with a wonderful boat navigation that you can add to your visit to Iguazu Falls (Brazilian Side)
Extension to Parque Das Aves - USD 55 Learn more about birds of the jungle, visiting the park. You can add this activity after visiting the Brazilian Side of the Falls
Welcome to Lima, welcome to Peru! After arrival to international airport, tranfser to your hotel. You have free time to enjoy the city at your own, or take any of the optional activities available. Check our list below.
After breakfast, we will start the visit to the modern and colonial part of Lima, called the city of the Kings. We will start with the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, where you will make a panoramic visit of the impressive Huaca Huallamarca. Then, we will go directly to the Historical Center, to visit the Convent of Santo Domingo, declared UNESCO Cultural Heritage of Humanity and where the remains of our patron saints San Martín de Porres and Santa Rosa de Lima lie. Then, we will go to visit the Plaza Mayor, which is surrounded by the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipality and the Cathedral. Finally, we will make a stop for a small tasting of the typical Pisco Sour! After the tour, we will visit the Larco Museum, which houses the unsurpassed private collection of Treasures of Ancient Peru. This collection inspires the visitors, to discover and understand more than 5000 years of history of Ancient Peru through more than 45,000 pieces! Amazing isn`t it?
Then, return to the hotel and free time. You can add any of the optional activities available below.
After breakfast, free time until transfer to the airport. Please take a look at our options below, if you have time enough, you can add some of these activities to your visit today.
After arrival, check in in your hotel in Cusco. If you arrived in the morning, some free time to rest. Then, we will start a half day visit to the incredible city of Cusco. We will enjoy some incredible places in this ancient city: Korikancha Temple, the local Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Kenko and Puca-Pucará ruins.
It`s a visit to the imperial city, a living example of the mix of Andean and Spanish culture in the Americas. The tour begins at the Koricancha Temple, the ancient Inca palace and main center for the worship of the Sun God. Be ready to take some great photos of this incredible place. Then, you will visit the Plaza de Armas, where you will visit the Cathedral. Make a stop at the Mirador San Cristóbal, from where you will enjoy a beautiful view of the city. Continue ascending to the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture that dominates the city. Then, you will visit the archaeological sites of Kenko, enjoy the panoramic view of the Puca-Pucara archaeological complex. Finally, you will visit the Inka’s Expression art workshop, which presents artists working in silver, paint and wood; ideal visit to understand Andean art.
Return to the hotel and free time to rest. Overnight.
CUSCO-SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS: Ollantaytambo and Racchi
After breakfast, we will start our second day of visits in the area. We will start visiting Chinchero, a small and picturesque town that houses an important Inca archaeological center built at the end of the 15th century, as well as a beautiful and traditional church. Free time to enjoy this unique place. Then, on the way to Ollantaytambo, we will stop at the Racchi viewpoint, where you will have some of the best views of the Sacred Valley. Amazing! Free time for lunch. You can taste some typical dishes of the Sacred Valley and taste a pisco!. Continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the most representative architectural complexes of the ancient Inca Empire and one of the few places where the Spanish conquerors lost an important battle. Well known for its platforms, Ollantaytambo was a very effective fortress that also served as a temple. Finally, continue to the town of Ollantaytambo, known as “the only living Inca city”; It is the best existing example of Inca urban planning, with stone streets that have been inhabited since the 12th century.
Overnight is in the Sacred Valley today.
Day 11
SACRED VALLEY - MACHU PICCHU: Visiting a unique place on earth
After breakfast, we will start one of the most incredible visits you can do in Peru and South America. We will visit Machu Picchu
Early in the morning and after breakfast, we will transfer you to the train station. Be ready today, to visit one of the world’s most famous landmarks: the citadel of Machu Picchu. The excursion begins on board the train to approximate to the area of Aguas Calientes. Upon your arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will begin your ascent to Machu Picchu, where, surely, you will live one of the most unforgettable experiences you can have in South America. Once there, you can walk through every corner of one of the Seven Wonders of the world, accompanied by an expert guide, and enjoy free time to explore the area. At the appropriate time, you will descend to the town of Aguas Calientes and later board the return train to Cusco, via the Ollantaytambo station. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel and overnight
Day 12
CUSCO: Good bye Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu!
After breakfast, free time until transfer to bus station or airport.
Good bye Cusco!
End of our services. We can personalize your program, by adding or deleting nights, add new destinations, or make any necessary change. Just let us know.
Optional activities you can see below each day, are just suggested options. You can add any of these activities to your quotation, or ask for any other available in each destination.
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DAY 1 – Arrival to Colonia de Sacramento: Unesco World Heritage!
DAY 2 – Enjoy Montevideo capital city
DAY 3 – Visit the elegance of Punta del Este!
DAY 4 – Good bye Uruguay
It`s just a suggested program, we can make changes specially for you
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DAY 1 – Arrival to Puno visiting Andahuaylillas, Racchi and Puca Pucara
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DAY 3 – Good bye Puno!
