Andes, Iguassu & Beyond
18 days
from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro
From
$ 3999
Duration18 days
This tour is designed for anyone looking for the most incredible natural and cultural highlights of southern South America. Spend 18 days exploring the cultures of Chile and Argentina with the Andes as your perfectly picturesque backdrop. Get active in the adventure-sport-lover's paradise of Pucón, Chile and then stand in the mist of majestic Iguassu Falls, before moving on to find out once and for all why Rio de Janeiro is the cultural icon it's become. Enjoy free time to explore this amazing city. Don't leave any adventure-stone unturned; do it all.
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Duration: 18 daysService level: Standard
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Starts in: SantiagoPhysical Grading: Light
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Ends in: Rio de JaneiroAges: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Santiago
Start place: Santiago
Arrival day, no activities planned. The day is free to spend at your leisure exploring the city until our welcome meeting this evening. Santiago is Chile’s largest city and capital, with internationally recognized vineyards and Andean ski resorts very close by.
Arrive at any time.
Should you want more time to explore Santiago and do optional day trips, we highly recommend you book additional pre-nights.
End place: Santiago
Day 2: Santiago/Valparaíso
Start place: Santiago
Explore some of Santiago's neighbourhoods on a city tour, visit the Museum of Memory and try some local specialties. After, transfer to the seaside town of Valparaiso where brightly coloured houses perch on the hills.
Meals: B
Day 3: Santiago/Valparaiso
Enjoy a free morning in Valparaiso to soak it all in. Later, head to the Casablanca Valley, stop at a winery to indulge in a wine tasting. After, head back to Santiago with free time before boarding an overnight bus to Pucon.
End place: Santiago
Meals: B
Day 4: Pucón
Enjoy free time in Pucon, try whitewater rafting or explore the area by foot.
Day 5: Pucón
Enjoy another free day to take part in the many activities on offer in Pucón. Opt to hike Villarica volcano (it's active!) or soak in the nearby natural thermal pools.
Meals: B
Day 6: Pucón/San Carlos de Bariloche
Cross the Andes to Argentina. Travel by local bus to San Martin and transfer the rest of the way to Bariloche stopping for photos in the Seven Lake district.
End place: San Carlos de Bariloche
Meals: B
Day 7: San Carlos de Bariloche
Start place: San Carlos de Bariloche
Transfer to a Gaucho Ranch just outside of Bariloche. Enjoy a barbecue for lunch and take to the saddle with a Gaucho by your side.
End place: San Carlos de Bariloche
Meals: B, L
Day 8: San Carlos de Bariloche
Start place: San Carlos de Bariloche
Enjoy the beautiful area of the Seven Lakes district. Take a hike in the countryside or wander the town, known for its shops and in particular, artisan chocolate.
End place: San Carlos de Bariloche
Meals: B
Day 9: San Carlos de Bariloche/Buenos Aires
Start place: San Carlos de Bariloche
Fly north to the buzzing metropolis that is Buenos Aires, it is a vibrant city full of life.
Fly to Buenos Aires.
Opt to pre-book the "Buenos Aires Tango Experience" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
End place: Buenos Aires
Meals: B
Day 10: Buenos Aires
Start place: Buenos Aires
Enjoy a free day to explore beautiful Buenos Aires. pre book a city bike tour, or an evening Tango experience for the true Buenos Aires experience.
End place: Buenos Aires
Meals: B
Day 11: Buenos Aires/Foz do Iguaçu
Start place: Buenos Aires
Fly to Iguassu Falls for two full days of exploration from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides.
The luggage restrictions for all Aerolineas Argentinas flights are 15kg for checked baggage and 5kg for carry-ons.
End place: Foz do Iguacu
Meals: B
Day 12: Foz do Iguaçu
Start place: Foz do Iguacu
Explore trails that will bring you directly over the falls of the Devil's Throat—the highest and deepest of the falls. Other trails allow access to the stretch of falls across the forest on the Argentine side. Opt to take an inflatable boat to the base of the thundering falls.
Return to the Argentine side to explore the trails. Opt for a boat tour to get up close and personal. Return to the Brazilian side for one more night in town.
End place: Foz do Iguacu
Meals: B
Day 13: Foz do Iguaçu/Paraty
Start place: Foz do Iguacu
On arrival in São Paulo, continue on by bus to the gorgeous coastal town of Paraty. Wander the cobblestoned streets, take a boat trip to the nearby islands in the bay, or visit one of the many white-sand beaches that make Brazil famous.
Fly to São Paulo and continue by van to Paraty. Opt to visit the cachaça distilleries or take a boat into the bay to explore the nearby islands and beaches.
End place: Paraty
Meals: B
Day 14: Paraty
Start place: Paraty
Paraty is a quaint colonial town renowned for its architecture—the pace might be slow but there's a lot to choose from. Considered one of the world's most important examples of Portuguese colonial architecture by UNESCO, the historic centre is a well-preserved national historic monument, and today has been closed to vehicles to preserve its laid-back colonial ambiance. Opt to take a boat trip in the bay, kayak, go horseback riding, or take a jeep tour.
Enjoy a free day to explore Paraty.
Opt to pre-book the "Paraty Caipirinha Boat Tour" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
End place: Paraty
Meals: B
Day 15: Paraty/Ilha Grande
Start place: Paraty
A short, scenic drive along the coast takes us to Angra dos Reis. Board the ferry to Ilha Grande—home to some of Brazil's most beautiful beaches.
Enjoy free time to soak up the sun, snorkel, hike and cruise to various beaches, not to mention feast on fresh seafood and sip caipirinhas in the plaza in the evenings.
Enjoy free time to soak up the sun, snorkel, hike and cruise to various beaches, not to mention feast on fresh seafood and sip caipirinhas in the plaza in the evenings.
Continue by van up the coast and take a ferry to Ilha Grande. Opt to hike to remote beaches and enjoy free time to relax and explore the island.
End place: Ilha Grande
Meals: B
Day 16: Ilha Grande
Start place: Ilha Grande
Enjoy a free day in Ilha Grande. Optional activities include hiking Pico Do Papagalo or Lopez Mendez, snorkelling or relaxing on the beach.
End place: Ilha Grande
Meals: B
Day 17: Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro
Start place: Ilha Grande
Travel back to the mainland by ferry before continuing north along the coast. Enjoy the incredible scenery before rounding the cliffs at Vidigal. Get your first look at one of the most memorable cities in the world—Río de Janeiro.
Carry on by ferry and van to Rio de Janeiro. With free time, explore the city on an optional city tour.
End place: Rio de Janeiro
Meals: B
Day 18: Rio de Janeiro
Start place: Rio de Janeiro
There are no planned activities today so feel free to book onward travel at any time. Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Depart at any time.
End place: Rio de Janeiro
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Santiago Region Winery Tour, Santiago Your Discover Moment: Pucón Your Discover Moment: Buenos Aires Your Discover Moment: Paraty Your Discover Moment: Ilha Grande
- City tour of Santiago
- Driving through the Seven Lakes district
- Estancia visit and barbecue lunch (full-day)
- Iguassu Falls visit (Brazil and Argentina)
- Local flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Plane, Public bus, Van, Ferry -
Accommodation
Hotels (16 nts), Overnight bus (1nt) -
Meals
17 breakfasts,
1 lunches,