Peru & Brazil in 16 days - Empire of the Incas, Iguazu & Rio - Charm

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Discover Peru and its ancient Inca Empire. Explore cosmopolitan Lima and uncover the mysteries of the Sacred Valley and the Inca capital of Cuzco. Tick magnificent Macchu Picchu off of your bucket list before heading to Sao Paulo, a vibrant, sprawling metropolis. Come face-to-face with the mighty Iguazu Falls and enjoy the views of Rio de Janeiro from the top...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Iguazu Falls, Brazilian side
    • Rio de Janeiro
    • São Paulo
    • Cuzco
    • Lima
    • Machu Picchu
    • Sacred Valley

What's this trip about?

    Discover Peru and its ancient Inca Empire. Explore cosmopolitan Lima and uncover the mysteries of the Sacred Valley and the Inca capital of Cuzco. Tick magnificent Macchu Picchu off of your bucket list before heading to Sao Paulo, a vibrant, sprawling metropolis. Come face-to-face with the mighty Iguazu Falls and enjoy the views of Rio de Janeiro from the top of Corcovado Mountain!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityLima
End CityLima

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • South America
  • Brazil
  • Peru

Attractions

  • Copacabana
  • Cusco
  • Lima
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Santo Domingo
  • Sao Paulo
  • Sugar Loaf
  • Urubamba

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Lima, Rio de Janeiro - US.
    • Internal flights: Lima - Cuzco, Cuzco - Lima, Lima - Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo - Iguazu, Iguazu - Rio de Janeiro. *
    • Train Journey from Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes on board the Voyager Train. **
    • 15 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
    • 15 breakfasts.
    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.

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Itinerary

Day 1: US - Lima

Arrive at your US departure airport for a flight to Lima*, the capital of Peru, situated on the Pacific Coast. Arrive in Lima, transfer to the hotel, and depending on the time, spend the rest of the day exploring at your leisure. Overnight stay in Lima. * If either yo...

Day 2: Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an informative and interesting city tour of Lima, including its Historic Centre and the Santo Domingo Convent. Start by exploring the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro before heading to the Historic Center. Visit the impressiv...

Day 3: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Cuzco. Arrive in Cuzco, the former Inca capital, and transfer to the Sacred Valley, on the way stop at Awanakancha (no guide, only driver) and savour the opportunity to explore this...

Day 4: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu

Breakfast at the hotel. An exciting visit to Machu Picchu awaits you this morning as you set off for the train station to board the Expedition Train to Aguas Calientes, admiring the landscape along the way. Arrive and transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mach...

Day 5: Sacred Valley - Cuzco

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in the Sacred Valley, an area in the Andean Highlands famed as the heart of the ancient Inca Empire. We recommend an optional Sacred Valley Excursion to experience the best of the region. * At the indicated time, tak...

Day 6: Cuzco

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on a fascinating half-day tour of Cuzco. Begin in the iconic Plaza de Armas, and visit the Cathedral. From here, walk to the Koricancha Temple, an impressive ancient Inca palace, in honour of the Sun God. Today, a Dominican churc...

Day 7: Cuzco - Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. Head back to the Peruvian capital today. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Lima. Arrive, transfer to the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure, exploring the atmospheric city plazas or shopping for souvenirs. Overnight stay in Lima.

Day 8: Lima - Sao Paulo

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off for Brazil today! At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Sao Paulo. Arrive in Sao Paulo and transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free to explore one of the world's most populous cities! A vibrant financial center, Sao Paulo is famed for its eclectic mix of architecture. Overnight stay in Sao Paulo.

Day 9: Sao Paulo

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure to explore the city at your own pace. Why not soak up the local atmosphere and admire the exotic produce at the Mercado Municipal, take a stroll through leafy Ibirapuera Park or admire the awe-inspiring architecture of Sao Paulo Cathedral? Overnight stay in Sao Paulo.

Day 10: Sao Paulo - Iguazu

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Iguazu, home of the mighty Iguazu Falls! On arrival, transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free at your leisure. If your arrival time allows, we suggest a stroll through the jungle or simply take time to relax in this pristine natural setting. Overnight stay in Iguazu.

Day 11: Iguazu

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for the Iguazu National Park Visitor Center to begin a tour of the Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls. Follow the trail through the verdant rainforest until reaching the falls and a panoramic view of more than 240 different waterfalls. T...

Day 12: Iguazu

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Iguazu. Get out and explore the natural environment to contemplate the spectacular landscapes of rainbows, birds, exotic plants and trees. Alternatively, why not explore the city of Foz do Iguacu to shop for souvenirs and encounter the local culture. Overnight stay in Iguazu.

Day 13: Iguazu - Rio de Janeiro

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Rio de Janeiro, the vibrant Brazilian capital in the shadow of Christ the Redeemer. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. We recommend a stroll along Rio's famous beaches, Copacabana and Ipanema. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro.

Day 14: Rio de Janeiro

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off on a half-day tour to Corcovado Mountain, home of the incredible Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Travel by van, stopping to take photos in the charming neighbourhood of Santa Teresa where you ca...

Day 15: Rio de Janeiro

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a final day in Brazil at your leisure. Why not go shopping for the flamboyant fashions that are so typical of Rio or enjoy an optional excursion to Sugar Loaf Mountain for an unforgettable view of the city.* Overnight stay in Rio de Janei...

Day 16: Rio de Janeiro - Night on board

Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to bring your unforgettable South American adventure to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for the flight back to the US. Night on board.

Day 17: US

Arrive in the US and end your trip.

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Last Updated: 12/15/2023

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Accommodation

15 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.,

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Age Requirements
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