Upon arrival, a driver will be waiting for you at the Santiago airport to take you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day free to explore the city.
Day 2. Santiago, Chile
Breakfast at the hotel. We will be picked up at approximately 8 AM to tour the city`s main attractions, such as the Civic Center, Historic Santiago, La Moneda Palace, the Santiago City Hall, the National History Museum, and the Santiago Cathedral. Finally, we will visit the financial district in the upper part of the city to explore one of its most prestigious artisan shops. Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is free.
Day 3. Viña del Mar and Valparaiso
We begin at 9:00 am the tour to the city of Viña del Mar, known as "The Garden City", where we will visit Quinta Vergara, Carrasco Palace and the flower clock, among the most important points. Then, the tour continues to Valparaiso, a city characterized by its multicolored houses, where we will see Plaza Sotomayor and ascend the hill using the funiculars built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Day 4. Arrival in Puerto Natales. You will be transferred from your hotel in Santiago to the airport for your flight to Puerto Natales. Your driver will be waiting for you at the terminal to take you to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 5. Torres del Paine National Park
Departure from our hotel in Puerto Natales, heading first to the Milodon Cave, where a large, now-extinct herbivore lived. Then we will visit the Torres del Paine, a place whose beauty will take your breath away. This visit will allow you to see some of the most important sites such as Laguna Amarga, views of the Cuernos del Paine, Salto Grande waterfall, and Grey Lake.
We will have time for lunch (not included) and in the afternoon we will continue exploring the Grey sector. Return to our selected hotels in Puerto Natales.
Day 6. Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers
Breakfast at the hotel. Early in the morning we will meet at a designated meeting point in Puerto Natales to depart for Puerto Bories, where we will embark on a scenic boat trip to Mount Balmaceda. Following the coastline, we`ll approach the sea lion colonies to reach the Balmaceda Glacier, and then hike to the Serrano Glacier. On the return trip, we`ll make a stop at Estancia Perales for lunch (lunch not included). After lunch, we`ll continue our journey to Puerto Natales in the afternoon. Day 7. Arrival in El Calafate. You`ll need to go to the Puerto Natales bus terminal to catch the bus to the Argentinian town of El Calafate. At the terminal, your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Day 8. Los Glaciares National Park. Breakfast at the hotel. Around 9:00 AM, we will be picked up to head towards Los Glaciares National Park. We will make a stop at the Curve of Sighs, where we will see the Perito Moreno Glacier for the first time. Then, we will make another stop at the Lower Shadows Pier, where we will take a boat trip along the southern face of the glacier. We will continue our visit along the glacier`s front walkways, where we can observe it from different angles. In the afternoon we will return to El Calafate and you will have the rest of the day free.
Day 9. Free Day
Breakfast at the hotel and free time to relax, explore the city, or take an optional excursion. Please inquire about options with us.
Day 10. Arrival in Buenos Aires
We will take you to the airport for your flight. According to your itinerary, a driver will be waiting for you in Buenos Aires with a sign bearing your name to transfer you quickly and safely to your hotel in downtown Buenos Aires. Check-in and the rest of the day is free. Day 11. Walking Tour and Tango Show. The day begins with a walking tour of the city. Around 10:00 AM, we depart from our offices to explore the most beautiful and interesting corners. The tour involves walking and using public transportation to thoroughly visit the city center, San Telmo, La Boca, and Recoleta, where our tour ends. This is an ideal opportunity to take photos and explore areas off the beaten tourist track. The tour ends around 4:30 PM. In the evening, between 8:00 and 8:30 PM, we will pick you up at your hotels to enjoy a beautiful dinner accompanied by an unforgettable Tango Show. The event will take place at El Querandí, one of the most popular tango venues in the San Telmo neighborhood. You will be welcomed with a three-course gourmet dinner featuring a wide selection of typical dishes and regional wines. Afterward, you can witness an incredible show that traces the history of Tango with different dance couples and singers. At the end, around midnight, you will be returned to your hotel. Day 12. Sailing to Tigre. The tour begins at the boat terminal in the upscale Puerto Madero district, where you will meet your guide at 9:45 AM. From there, you will sail through the Río de la Plata and the Delta, enjoying the best views of the city. Once in Tigre, you will take a tourist bus tour to see the main attractions. This is followed by a walking tour of the famous Puerto de Frutos market. Finally, we will return to Buenos Aires by train to Retiro Station, where the tour ends.
Day 13. Country Day and Gaucho Festival
Departing at 9:00 AM from your hotel, we will travel to a traditional ranch in the heart of the Argentine pampas, where we will celebrate an authentic "Gaucho Festival." We will participate in various activities related to local customs. You will be able to ride horses, enjoy a live traditional folklore performance, and witness a demonstration of the fantastic horsemanship skills of the famous Argentine Gauchos. Our tour includes a traditional Argentine barbecue lunch (asado criollo) with meats and vegetables. We will accompany the meal with wine and finish our regional gastronomic enjoyment with classic sweets. Day 14. Arrival in Iguazu and the Brazilian Falls. Your transportation will take you to the airport to catch your flight to Puerto Iguazu. There you will be met and transferred to the hotel to check in. Then, in the afternoon, the excursion begins to visit the Brazilian side of the falls. Here you will be able to get a panoramic view of the Argentinian falls, a perfect spot for taking photographs. Towards the end of the tour, you will arrive at the lower viewpoint of the Devil`s Throat, which at this point is about 200 meters away. This wonderful scenery is further enhanced by the constant formation of rainbows. Day 15. Argentine Falls. Early morning transfer from hotels to visit the Argentine side of the park. Once you pass through the entrance gate, continue to the "Central Station" where you can take a train to the "Cataratas Station" and/or the "Garganta del Diablo Station". The other option to access the Falls Circuits (Upper and Lower Walkways) is via the Green Trail, a 600-meter-long pedestrian path that begins at the Visitor Center and ends at the Cataratas Station. Depending on the option selected, your transportation will take you to the airport in Puerto Iguazú or Foz do Iguaçu to catch your flight to Rio. Once there, you will be transferred to your hotel to check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 17. Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain
Our tour begins with a pick-up from your hotel to head towards the iconic Corcovado Mountain, home to the impressive Christ the Redeemer statue, located 710 meters high. Besides marveling at this iconic attraction, you`ll be surrounded by nature, as the hill is located within Tijuca Forest National Park, the world`s largest urban forest.
From the top of the hill, you`ll enjoy a spectacular panoramic view encompassing Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, the northern part of the city, and several of its beaches. Afterwards, we`ll head to the legendary Maracanã Stadium for an external visit that will allow you to appreciate its grandeur.
We`ll continue our tour with a stop at the famous Carnival Avenue, the Sambadrome, and explore the Plaza de la Apoteosis.
You`ll recharge your energy with a break to enjoy a delicious lunch at a traditional churrascaria. Next, we will head to the impressive
Sugarloaf Mountain, located 395 meters above sea level,
in the middle of Guanabara Bay. We`ll ascend in a glass cable car to the top, where you can enjoy a 360° view of Copacabana, Urca, Botafogo, Flamengo, and the surrounding area.
Before concluding, we`ll explore the city`s charming Historic Center, stopping at the majestic Metropolitan Cathedral, the famous Selarón Steps, and passing through the iconic Arcos da Lapa.
After a day full of activities and discoveries, we`ll take you back to your hotel, where you can relax and unwind. Relive this unforgettable experience.
Day 18. Visit to Búzios with a Boat Trip
Búzios, a coastal jewel that has transformed from a modest fishing village into a renowned tourist destination, awaits you with its Charming restaurants and boutiques.
The magnetism of this city skyrocketed when French actress Brigitte Bardot visited it in 1964.
Join us on a full-day tour to discover the best beaches, picturesque houses, local shops, and the warm hospitality of its people. We depart early from hotels in Rio de Janeiro by land vehicle,
with an approximately 3-hour journey to Búzios. We will make a
brief stop along the way to stretch our legs, use the restroom, and enjoy
a snack.
Upon arrival in Búzios, we will dive straight into an exciting shared schooner tour.
This aquatic adventure lasts approximately 4 hours, with
scenic stops for refreshing swims. We will admire places like Caboclo Island, the beaches of Búzios, Ossos, Azeda, Azedinha, João Fernandes, João Fernandinho, Blanca and Feia Islands,
and many more. We`ll explore the spectacular beaches of Búzios, giving you time to relax, swim, and enjoy the water.
Throughout the day, we`ll stop for a buffet lunch that will revitalize you for more exploring. Then, we will return to the ground vehicle to return to Rio.