Wonders of Brazil & Peru

• Monday: Arrive Rio de Janeiro

  Arrive into Rio de Janeiro today.

  Upon arrival to Rio de Janeiro (International Airport or Cruise Terminal), you will be welcomed outside of Customs by an English-speaking assistant holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.

  Balance of the day at leisure.

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: South American Copacabana or Similar

  First Class: Arena Ipanema or Similar

• Rio de Janeiro - Sugar Loaf

  This morning passengers will be picked-up from their hotel between 8:00am and 9:00am, depending on the hotel location, proceeding for a half-day coach tour (4 hours) and panoramic tour of downtown and stopping at the Metropolitan Cathedral, which was built in a pyramidal form with an internal diameter of 96 meters, and a height of 80 meters. Walk through the Aterro do Flamengo and arrive to the neighborhood of Urca where one of the largest symbols of the city is located: Sugar Loaf. You will travel all the way to the top in two stages by cable car. The first cable car takes us to Urca Hill, a vantage point 215 meters high with beautiful views of Guanabara Bay and its islands, the Rio-Niterói Bridge and Corcovado Mountain. From this stage, a second cable car takes us up to the top. At 395 meters we will enjoy splendid views of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress and several beaches of Niterói. After riding the Cable car back down, return to the hotel.

  Balance of day at leisure.

  Meals included: Breakfast

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: South American Copacabana or Similar

  First Class: Arena Ipanema or Similar

• Rio de Janeiro - Christ de Redeemer

  This morning passengers will be picked-up from their hotel between 8:00am and 9:00am, depending on the hotel location, proceeding for a half-day (4 Hours) coach tour of Corcovado Mountain and Beaches. Board a cog train from Cosme Velho Station for a ride to Corcovado Mountain to visit one of the world’s most famous landmarks, the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer.

  Once the tour is completed we will transfer you back to your hotel.

  Rest of afternoon at leisure.

  Meals included: Breakfast

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: South American Copacabana or Similar

  First Class: Arena Ipanema or Similar

• Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu Falls (Brazil side)

  At proper time, transfer from the hotel to the airport - shared basis with bilingual guide (Spanish & English) for your direct flight to Iguassu Falls.

  Suggested flight JJ4585 GIG/IGU Departure 1015 – Arrival 1230 – not included

  Arrival in Iguassu, meet and transfer to the hotel.

  This afternoon you will explore the Iguassu Falls Brazil side.

  Departure in vehicle heading to the National Park of the Brazilian Falls (entrance fee included). The tour starts with a visit to the Main Center of the park, where you will have the opportunity to get some hints about the local ecosystem. From there hike along the most important trail of the park where the you can enjoy an astonishing view of the waterfalls. From the local belvedere you will have a privileged sight of the both parks of the waterfalls. Return to the main point via the panoramic elevator.

  Once all activities are completed we will transfer you back to your Hotel.

  Meals included: Breakfast

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: Saint George or Similar

  First Class: Loi Suites or Similar

• Iguassu Falls (Argentina side)

  Today you will explore the Iguassu Falls Argentina side.

  Transfer ahead to Argentina side with a quick stop at customs checks. After that, the tour continues to the Tancredo Neves Bridge over the Iguassu River, which separates the border between Argentina and Brazil.

  Once in Argentina, take a scenic highway up to the Argentine Iguassu Park (entrance fee included) where you will have a spectacular view of the Argentinean Falls, with access to the very brink of the awe-inspiring Devil's Throat, largest of the Argentinean Falls, including the San Martin Falls.

  Visit the upper circuit and the Devil´s Throat.

  On the way back from the falls a stop at the “Three Borders” Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay meet.

  OPTIONAL TOUR:

  The Big Adventure (Argentina side) – Boat ride (Minimum 02 passengers / extra USD $110 per person):

  The tour combines rainforest and waterfalls. We will drive trucks into the vast wild vegetation joined by experienced guides. We will get off at the pier and board a boat to sail the Iguazú Inferior river canyon, rafting the river rapids to appreciate falls from the San Martín island peaceful backwater. Then we will visit the Tres Mosqueteros (Three Musketeers) falls, and Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat) will crown the tour. Sailing the coast of the island, we will get to the next exciting point: the San Martín falls, the greatest a boat can approach.

  IMPORTANT: We recommend taking a second pair of shoes, informal clothes in order to change because in the Great Adventure excursion everyone will get wet.
  Certain visitors are not allowed to ride: Great Adventure or Nautical Adventure navigation:

  * People with osteoporosis, neck, back conditions or surgery
  * People with heart conditions or surgery
  * People with COPD or neurological condition or surgery
  * People unable to handle a nautical emergency on the lower Iguazu River

  Meals included: Breakfast

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: Saint George or Similar

  First Class: Loi Suites or Similar

• Iguassu Falls - Lima

  Morning and early afternoon at leisure.

  Late afternoon transfer out from Hotel to The Airport in Foz do Iguassu (Brazilian side) to board your flight to Peru.

  Suggested flight to Lima: LA2442 IGU/LIM Departure 2050 – Arrival 2210 – not included

  Lima, capital of Peru, which was founded by the great conquistador Francisco Pizarro in 1535 and soon became the capital of the extensive and tremendously wealthy Peruvian Vice Regency of Spain. By the end of the 16th Century it had grown into a city of fine palaces and churches and was the cultural centre of the southern hemisphere. Today, Lima still retains the essence of the Spanish colonialism.

  Upon arrival to Lima, you will be welcomed outside of Customs by an English-speaking assistant holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.

  Balance of the day at leisure.

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: El Tambo II or Similar

  First Class: Atton San Isidro or Similar

• Lima

  Today we will visit the modern and colonial parts of the city of Lima the "City of Kings", beginning in the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro. Pass by a Huaca or sacred pre-Inca site. There will then be a stop at Parque del Amor (Lovers Park) in Miraflores for its magnificent view over the Pacific Ocean. The tour also includes the Historic Centre based on the Main Square, where the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop ́s Palace, the Municipality of Lima and the Cathedral are located, as well as a visit to one of the largest colonial-era convents.

  Once the sightseeing tour of Lima is completed we will transfer you back to your hotel.

  Balance of day at leisure.

  Meals included: Breakfast

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: El Tambo II or Similar

  First Class: Atton San Isidro or Similar

• Lima - Sacred Valley of the Incas

  This morning after breakfast, we will transfer you from your hotel, to Lima Airport for your direct Flight to the city o Cuzco.

  On arrival to Cusco you will be met at the airport by a local representative who will transport you to the Sacred Valley of the Incas (8,500 feet elevation), a long, fertile river valley surrounded by snowcapped peaks that lies between Cusco (11,150 feet elevation) and Machu Picchu (7,850 feet elevation). Starting here helps you adjust to the high altitude of the Andes and is a great way to see how the local people continue to live in the traditional Andean manner.

  Rest of afternoon at leisure.

  Meals included: Breakfast

  Note: To reduce your risk of altitude sickness, the best thing you can do upon arrival to Cusco Airport is to head straight to the lower altitude of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Believe it or not, Cusco is at an altitude of 11,150 feet elevation and Machu Picchu way lower at 7,850 feet elevation!

  Proper acclimation can make a huge difference.

  After a few days (as per our suggested itinerary) you can then make your way back up to Cusco and will feel a lot better.

  Due to the altitude, we recommend that you avoid any strenuous activity for the remainder of the day. We suggest that you rest for one to two hours after checking in to your hotel, prior to commencement of any physical activity. To further reduce the effects of altitude sickness, we recommend you also drink plenty of fluids: water, fruit juices, herbal tea or the local 'mate de coca'. It is highly recommended to avoid caffeinated beverages and alcohol.

  Altitude affects each person differently so symptoms may vary greatly, so please be alert to any possible symptoms and if in any doubt seek medical advice.

  Suggested flight LA2027 LIM/CUZ Departure 0944 / Arrival 1111 - not included

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: Hotel Hacienda del Valle or Similar

  First Class: Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or Similar

• Sacred Valley of the Incas - Aguas Calientes

  Today a full day tour of Sacred Valley of the Incas.

  You will head to Chinchero to visit the PARWA Center, where you can appreciate beautiful textiles and even buy some to take home. After, visit the Chinchero church, which was built by the Spanish in 1607 and remains standing until today. Continue with a visit to the ruins of Chinchero, where you will find an important Inca center in which terraces and aqueducts were built.

  Then, you will stop at the Racchi Viewpoint, from where you will have a panoramic view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

  Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

  Afterwards, you will head towards the town of Ollantaytambo, where you will find the imposing Inca fortress that bears the same name. This place is of great historical importance, because it is where Manco Inca defeated the Spanish forces in 1538. Then, you will descend to the town of Ollantaytambo which stands out for still maintaining the Inca urban planning as part of his original urban layout, with some buildings and narrow stone alleys. You can tour the town and visit the local market.

  At proper time you will board the train to Aguas Calientes, gateway to the nearby Inca ruins of Machu Picchu.

  Upon arrival to Aguas Calientes we will head to your hotel.

  Evening at leisure.

  Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: El Mapi by Inkaterra or Similar

  First Class: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel or Similar

• Machu Picchu - Cusco

  Today you are going to visit one of the most important energy centers of the world: Machu Picchu.

  You will be driven from Aguas Calientes to the entrance of the archeological site.

  A 2 hours 30 minutes guided tour of the ruins will have you wondering about the lives of the priests, craftsmen, and servants who inhabited this citadel and what drove them to build it on a mountain-top. Excavations have revealed skeletons, artefacts and woollen clothing, but no gold. The same precise stonework as in other Incan sites in evident. Overlooking the raging Urubamba River and discovered in hidden tangle of vines and trees atop the mountain, the city of Machu Picchu will forever hold the secret of its destruction as the Incas left no written record.

  You will visit following points in Machu Picchu:
  01 Entrance
  02 Ceremonial Baths
  03 Inka House
  04 Temple of the Sun
  05 Botanical Garden
  06 Square of the Temples
  07 Intiwatana
  08 Llamacancha
  09 Sacred rock
  10 Temple of the Condor
  11 Agricultural Zone
  12 Exit

  The guided tour will end a few meters from the Machu Picchu exit. It is not allowed to return on the way that has already been visited.

  Once the guided tour is over you will descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch and board the train later that afternoon for the return trip.

  Once you have arrived at Poroy Station, you will be driven to your hotel located in the city of Cusco.

  Cusco is another of the highlights of a trip to Peru, a fascinating city built on the foundations of the former Incan capital. You can observe massive Incan walls along many of the streets of the city. The city has a vibrant atmosphere and many excellent restaurants.

  Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: Xima Cusco Hotel or Similar

  First Class: Palacio del Inka or Similar

• Cusco

  Enjoy the charm of this beautiful colonial city that was built upon the remains of amazing Inca buildings. Not to miss: Temple of the Sun (Koricancha), San Blas artisan neighborhood, the Cathedral and the Inca Fortress of Sacsayhuaman.

  Meals included: Breakfast

  You can enhance your experience by adding this optional tour (additional cost of USD $75 per person).

  CITY TOUR AND RUINS AND SAN PEDRO MARKET:
  This afternoon you will visit the city of Cusco, known as the Imperial City and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Here you will start your tour at the iconic San Pedro market, a local market where you can explore the colors, flavors and traditions of modern Cusco. The visit continues with the Koricancha Temple, an ancient Inca palace and cult center of the Sun God, above which the order of the Dominicans built a church, which remains standing to this day. You will continue ascending to the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, an impressive example of Inca military architecture. Afterwards, you will explore Q’enqo archeological site, where important Inca ceremonies took place. Finally, you will arrive to the Plaza de Armas (main square), where you will visit the Cathedral, the most important temple in the city.

  ACCOMMODATION:

  Tourist: Xima Cusco Hotel or Similar

  First Class: Palacio del Inka or Similar

• Cusco - Lima

  At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Lima.

  End of the Small Group Tour

  Meals included: Breakfast

  Suggested flight LA2066 CUZ/LIM Departure 1250 / Arrival 1422 - not include

  Kindly note that there more options in case you need to fix your international flight to home.

• Package cost based on Hotel category Tourist from USD $1735 per person / Single supplement USD $610
• Package cost based on Hotel category First Class from USD $2125 per person / Single Supplement USD $970
• Hotel accommodation quoted in Standard rooms
• Occasionally due to circumstances out of our control, hotels quoted may not be available at the time of booking. In these circumstances when hotels are unavailable, will provide the best possible alternative.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
• Shared transfers and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary unless specified otherwise
• Entrance fees
• Local English speaking guides in each locality
• Meals as per Itinerary
• Expedition train to Machu Picchu
• Package cost based on Hotel category Tourist from USD $1735 per person / Single supplement USD $610
• Package cost based on Hotel category First Class from USD $2125 per person / Single Supplement USD $970

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• International and domestic flights and airport taxes
• Travel insurance
• Transfers on days before or after official start / end days
• Tours listed as optional
• Drinks and items of a personal nature

GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES FROM JANUARY UNTIL DECEMBER 2020

NOTES

• Minimum 02 passengers need it to operate.
• Maximum group size is 20.
• This is not a fully escorted tour.
• Local English guides are used in each different location.
• Full passport information is needed at the time of booking to confirm the rail tickets to Machu Picchu.
• There is a baggage limit for the train to Machu Picchu of 1 bag or backpack with a maximum weight of 5kg / 11lbs.
• We can purchase all flights on your behalf.