CLASSIC SOUTH AMERICA - 12 days, 7 cities, 3 countries

DAY 1 - Welcome to Chile

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your  luxurious hotel. Admire its unique style combining early 20th century with neoclassical French architectural influences in an artistic homage to the city’s history and culture. Treat yourself to a massage in the spa or sip a refreshing cocktail at the ninth floor Sky Bar before exploring the hotel’s elevated terrace of the Parque Forestal for a forest escape alongside the hotel. This evening, indulge in a celebratory Welcome Dinner of your South America luxury tour.

Included Dining: Dinner

Accommodation: The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel.

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DAY 2 - The Sights of Santiago

Discover the sites of Santiago with a Local Expert from Chilean University, San Francisco Church and the Santa Lucia Hill, the site of Santiago’s foundation in 1541, to the bustling Plaza de Armas and the baroque details and gilded columns of Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral. Venture to the bohemian Bellavista district before ascending San Cristóbal Hill where a brilliant white statue of the Virgen de la Inmaculada Concepción towers atop the summit and leads you to 360-degree views. Enjoy a local Chilean seafood lunch at this restaurant, located in front of extraordinary water gardens, nestled between a viewpoint and the pedestrian walkway that runs along Avenida Bicentenario.

Included Dining: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel.

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DAY 3 - Valparaiso and Wine Country

Savor the best of Chilean wine country at the coastal towns of Viña del Mar, “Garden City,” and UNESCO-listed port of Valparaíso. Over lunch at Cafe Turri set within a 19th-century mansion, you'll treat your palate to Chilean seafood specialties with a French twist. Continue your discovery of wine country’s bits and sips at Kingston Family Vineyard where five generations have been tending grapes in the Casablanca Valley. Admire the rolling, forested hills and take in the breeze from the cooling Pacific Ocean as you sip one of the best-rated Pinot Noirs in Chile paired with traditional empanadas before returning to Santiago for the evening.

Included Dining: Breakfast, Lunch with Wine

Accommodation: The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel.

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DAY 4 - Fly to Buenos Aires

This morning, jet off to glamorous Buenos Aires for your luxurious stay at your hotel in the stylish neighborhood of La Recoleta. Settle into your comfortable surroundings before a decadent, experience at El Fogon Asado. This innovative menu presents a new way of living the traditional Argentine 'asado.'

Included Dining: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires (Palace Premier Room).

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DAY 5 - Beautiful Buenos Aires

Explore the neighborhoods of Buenos Aires as a Local Expert guides you through Palermo, San Telmo and Recoleta neighborhoods, including the balcony made famous by the former First Lady of Argentina, Eva Peron. Take in the architecture of one of the world’s most famous opera houses at the Belle Époque Teatro Colón impressed by the gilded architecture and old-world charm that have enhanced stellar performances for over a century. Conclude your day in this vibrant city with an evening of captivating music and dance at Rojo Tango where, during your dinner with wine, you’re treated to an entrancing and passionate tango show.

Included Dining: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires (Palace Premier Room)

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DAY 6 - Pampas, Estancias and Gauchos

Delve into the world of “gauchos,” South American cowboys at a traditional countryside “estancia” ranch. Meet the local gauchos before delving into more of the culture your way. Hear the clink of silver spurs and admire the leather chaps and crops made of braided leather on a horseback ride through the rugged wilderness, gaining insight into the traditions. Or, join a lower-paced guided walking tour for a window into life on a working ranch and traditions that have been passed down since the 1920s. Conclude the day with a show of horsemanship skills and folk music paired with a succulent asado lunch and traditional mate tea, often enjoyed communally after a tough day’s work in the fields.

Included Dining: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires (Palace Premier Room)

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DAY 7 - The Falls of Iguassu

Fly to Iguassu Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Venture to the Argentinean side of the falls to see the unfathomable Devil's Throat with your Local Expert. Dinner with wine is served at the Ipe Grill within your luxurious resort, the only hotel inside the Brazilian Iguassu National Park, where you'll choose from a selection of traditional Brazilian barbecue or international cuisine.

Included Dining: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, Iguassu (Superior Room).

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DAY 8 - The 'Great Waters' of Iguassu Falls

Wake up inside the park and beat the crowds. Meet a Local Expert for a walk on the Brazilian side of the falls, where you'll witness incredible panoramic views of San Martin Island. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and visit the incredible Bird Park, which provides shelter for over a thousand birds, butterflies and reptiles from across South America.

Included Dining: Breakfast

Accommodation: Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, Iguassu (Superior Room).

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DAY 9 - Rio de Janeiro, City of Sea and Samba

Travel to Rio de Janeiro, the 'Marvelous city,' for the final leg of your journey. Your ocean view room at in one of South America’s most iconic hotels and a social hotspot with inspiration drawn from the city's 1950's culture, awaits. Revel in your surroundings strolling the golden sands of Ipanema and Copacabana Beach-- famous for its three-mile stretch of golden sand and bustling energy-- just steps from your hotel.

Included Dining: Breakfast

Accommodation: Belmond Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro (Deluxe Ocean View Room).

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DAY 10 - Exploring Rio de Janeiro

Get a bird’s eye view of Rio joining a Local Expert to climb Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for unparalleled views of the city’s peaks, bays, and white sand beaches of thundering waves. Then savor the authentic flavors of the area dining at a local churrascaria, a classic Brazilian steakhouse, as servers come to your table with speared quality cuts of meat. Continue with a visit to the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, an iconic Art Deco building designed by Francisco Joaquim Bethencourt da Silva. Next, indulge your literary side admiring the ceiling-high stacks within the Gothic-Renaissance style walls of the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading.

Included Dining: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Belmond Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro (Deluxe Ocean View Room).

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DAY 11 - A Farewell to Rio de Janeiro

Join your Local Expert on a train ride up Corcovado Hill to Christ the Redeemer, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and modern wonder of the world. Meet Cecelo and join him on a walking tour of Ipanema, where Bossa Nova originated. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the place that inspired this new genre of music. Toast your journey over a remarkable Celebration Dinner at the exceptional L'Etoile Restaurant, a French-Brazilian restaurant with breathtaking views of the Ipanema coastline from the 26th floor.

Included Dining: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Belmond Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro (Deluxe Ocean View Room).

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DAY 12 - Depart Rio de Janeiro

End your Lima to Rio de Janeiro luxury tour with a private transfer to the Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

Included Dining: Breakfast