South America at a glance
Reception and transfer to hotel. Afternoon city tour to celebrate their most imposing buildings like the Plaza Mayor or Checkerboard of Pizarro, where we see the Government Palace, the Cabildo, the Cathedral and Archbishop’s Palace. Continue to visit the Convento de San Francisco, jewel of the XVI century. Road to the modern part of town, cross the exclusive district of San Isidro, new financial heart of the city to look at the Huaca Huallamarca. Finally, we conclude our circuit in Miraflores, where we visit the Park of Love, an excellent spot to enjoy a splendid view of the Pacific Ocean. Larcomar or decrease in the hotel. Accommodation in Lima.
In the morning, will be conducted 30 km south of Lima along the Panamerican Highway, the Pachacamac Pilgrimage Centre in the coastal valley of Lurin. It is a citadel of pre-Inca adobe where pilgrims came to consult the oracle “Pachacamac” and then, in times of Inca domination, also worshiped the Sun God. On arrival of the Spanish, became the ceremonial center most important of the coast of Peru. Afternoon free to relax, do some alternative activity or do last minute shopping in the Indian markets and exclusive jewelers and clothing boutiques of vicuña and alpaca fiber.
By late afternoon, check out the awesome Magic Water Circuit located in downtown Lima. This new park has thirteen beautiful pools of water, making it the largest fountain complex in the world. The main pool is the “magic fountain” that squirts water reaching a height of 80 meters. We recommend “the tunnel of surprises” about 35 meters long and is accessible to the public, the “source of children” is an irresistible water system to play, or the source of the “labyrinth of dreams” that you will discover a labyrinth of walls of water of different effects. Then offer a buffet dinner with folkloric show at a local restaurant. At the appointed time, return to the hotel. Accommodation in Lima.
Transfer to airport for flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to hotel. Rest of the morning off to rest and adapt to the altitude. In the afternoon, enjoy our visit to stunning colonial city built on the foundations of Inca palaces, walking the streets of the Barrio de San Blas and the Stone of Twelve Angles Rumiyoq Hatun Street, the Temple of the Sun Korikancha where we appreciate the fine work that the Incas performed on the rock as if it were a sculpture, the Cathedral with its delicate woodwork and impressive carved altars. Will finish visiting the Museo Inka, also known as the Casa del Almirante, which was built on Inca foundations, and which now houses an extensive collection of ceramics, textiles and metalwork as well as an important Inca sample of colonial painting of the Cuzco School. Accomodation in Cusco.
We will go to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, taking the road to Pisac. We will stop along the way to have a classic view of the Urubamba River snaking through the tapestry of cultures. Arrive at the colorful market of Pisac, where we will have free time to interact with the local craftsmen, as well as purchases of fine crafts and souvenirs. Continue to Urubamba for a buffet lunch in a local restaurant. Finally, we will visit Ollantaytambo, attractive town of Inca origin with remarkable channels and cobblestone streets. At its top stands an impressive ceremonial center of worship of water and a fortress that guarded the access to the bottom of the valley. Overnight in the Sacred Valley.
Visit one of the most important energy centers in the world: Machu Picchu. The excursion will be by train and during the tour we will have a breathtaking view of the landscape of the Sacred Valley of Urubamba. On arrival at Aguas Calientes, our representatives will assist you to board the bus that takes you to the citadel. It will be an unforgettable experience, where a professional guide will transmit the history around this mysterious and charming place. After the tour, enjoy free time to explore the area on your own, relax or meditate. At the appropriate time, descent to Aguas Calientes. Buffet lunch included. Accommodation in Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu.
Free morning. Optionally you can make a second visit to Machu Picchu and take the opportunity to know more remote places such as the Intipunku “or” Puerta del Sol “The more adventurous can enjoy the adrenaline rise to the” Huayna Picchu “or” Young Mountain “to visit Temple of the Moon and enjoy a view of the city worthy of photography. In the afternoon, board the train back to Cusco. Upon arrival and depending on the railway reserve, our staff will be waiting in the park or Poroy Ollanta, from where we transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cusco.
Free day for walking around town or take an optional activity. Overnight in Cusco.
Breakfast. Transfer to airport. Departure to Lima. Reception and transfer to hotel. In the evening transfer to airport. Departure to Easter Island. Night on board.
Arrival. Reception and transfer to hotel.
Breakfast. Departure from the hotel in Hanga Roa to Ahu Akivi, the 7 Moais excursion. They are the only Moais found facing the sea.
Later departure to Tepahu Ana, also known as the Cave of the bananas. The tour continues to visit the quarry of Puna Pau, where were carved Pukao, also known as hairstyles or hats typical of the Moai. Here you can learn more about the process of construction and transportation of these colossal statues of volcanic stone.
Return to the hotel in Hanga Roa.
Breakfast. In the morning Anakena and loss of Rapa Nui Culture excursion: Depart from the hotel in Hanga Roa to start the tour of the Moai route, huge volcanic rock carvings found throughout the island. First visiting the “Ahu” or ceremonial platforms, starting with Ahu Vaihu, surrounded by enormous statues found lying face down. Then visit to Ahu Akahanga, where it was buried the first king of the island.
The tour continues down the Rano Raraku, located near the south coast at the foot of Poike, the most spectacular crater in the area, where the natives carved stone giants. Later, drive to Ahu Tongariki, the largest moai site that took the island 15 Moais. In May 1960 it was destroyed by a tsunami, and has been restored mainly by Japanese foundations.
Arrival at Ahu Te Pito Kura, where a huge stone ball and the Moai Paro, which is the largest island
Later, arriving at Anakena, one of the most beautiful beaches of the island.
Return to hotel in Hanga Roa.
Breakfast. In time transfer to airport. Departure to Santiago. Reception and transfer to hotel.
Breakfast. In the morning City tour with visit to Santa Lucia Mount. Departure from hotel in Santiago. The tour begins at Santa LucÃa Hill; it was here that Santiago was founded. Afterwards, Plaza de Armas, where are some historical buildings such as City hall of Santiago, National Historical Museum, Central Post Office and the Cathedral. After traveling for the main roads of Santiago and the cities of Providencia and Vitacura, the trip ends with the visit to a handicraft shop, specialized in lapis lazuli jewelry, stone found only in Chile and Afghanistan. Return to the hotel in Santiago.
Brakfast. Day at leisure. We suggest Excursion to Viña del Mar and Valparaiso. Departure from Santiago to the Pacific coast, crossing the Coastal Mountain Range and the Casablanca and Curacavà Valleys. Arrival to ValparaÃso, city where the main commercial port and the Congress of Chile are located. During the tour, visitors are greeted by the multicoloured houses on the hills, parks and diverse historic monuments, traditional bars and restaurants. Visit to â
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Departure to Mendoza city. Reception and transfer to hotel. Free day.
Breakfast. In the morning city tour and visit to wine cellars. This tour offers insight into the city of Mendoza, one of the most beautiful in the country. We begin with the ancient city site was founded, pass by the mall, Micro Center, Civic District, and then the General San MartÃn Park with the Cerro de la Gloria, World Cup Stadium and Frank Romero Day Amphitheatre, scene of the central act of National Harvest Festival. In the afternoon visit some of the wineries in the city, this journey through the agricultural oasis of Mendoza and areas of vine cultivation. Visit important and traditional winemaking facilities where we have a chance to taste their delicious products. We will go after the Church of Carrodilla where the Virgin of the same name, the patron saint of the vineyards.
Breakfast. In the morning excursion Valley Wine Route de Uco, Mendoza Leaving from traveling south on National Route 40, arrive at Tupungato, Tunuyán and San Carlos, who make up the Valle de Uco. Located at the foot of the Andes, with a unique landscape with average altitudes above 1,000 meters., Uco Valley is an ideal place for the production of grapes and wines of the highest quality.
Cultivated valleys are a mosaic of many colors crossed by the river and streams or springs Tunuyán clear and clean, the magic of the HuayquerÃas. It crops up cloths and mounds of apples, pears, peaches, along with fine trellised grapes on the edge of the best trees that lead to the production of cider, juices and essences in industrial establishments of great interest.
Amazing, Tupungato Cerro magnificent part of the Provincial Park, full of glaciers, snow-capped and volcanoes that dominate the region.
Breakfast. In time transfer to airport. Departure to the city of Buenos Aires. Reception and transfer to hotel.
Breakfast. In the morning city tour in Buenos Aires. This tour gives you the emotion of a multiple Buenos Aires. We will visit the most characteristic places of the â
Breakfast. In the morning, suggested tour to Gaucho Party (Pampa Tour): In this tour we will find the gaucho´s county side life and the peaceful and kind town where he lives. That is why the argentinean Pampa is part of our tradition. The asado (barbecue), gaucho´s activities and abilities, dances, and folk games are some of the options to enjoy. Pampa is like this, gauchos, fields, traditions, crafts, a tour to learn and enjoy. This fullday tour includes lunch.
Breakfast. Transfer to Ezeiza International Airport.
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