Grand South America

Day Stops

• Lima, Peru
• Las Tres Marías 430, Santiago de Surco 15023, Peru

Hotel(s)

JW Marriott Hotel Lima

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Discover Lima’s top sites including the Cathedral, Government Palace, Archbishop`s Palace and the City Hall. Enhance your tour and choose to visit the San Francisco Monastery and its catacombs or step inside the historic Casa Aliaga, one of the oldest houses in Lima and in the Aliaga family since 17 generations. A culinary journey of Peruvian cuisine for lunch awaits before visiting Barranco, the bohemian heart of Lima where many of the country's foremost artists, musicians, photographers and designers live and work. Pause at the Bridge of Sighs which has inspired poets and songwriters before you’re treated to an exclusive VIP visit to the home and workshop of renowned Peruvian sculptor and painter, Victor Delfin.

Day Stops

• Lima, Peru
• Cusco, Peru
• Sacred Valley, 08670, Peru

Hotel(s)

Tambo del Inka

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Quechua scholar Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez shares the history and culture of traditional Peruvian Cusqueñan textile weavers at the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco in the heart of the Sacred Valley.

Day Stop

• Sacred Valley, 08670, Peru

Hotel(s)

Tambo del Inka

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

A local salt miner shares ancient salt mining techniques, passed down through generations. Uncover more of Peru’s past dining on a caja china lunch before a local shaman welcomes you to the Sacred Valley at a traditional blessing ceremony.

Day Stops

• MXRQ+HP, 08120, Peru
• Ollantaytambo, Peru
• 08680, Peru

Hotel(s)

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pubelo Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Board the panoramic Vistadome train for your journey to Machu Picchu, pausing for lunch above the Vilcanota River followed by a guided walk through the lush and enchanting cloud forest. Learn the art of tea making at a working tea plantation or view the world’s largest private collection of indigenous orchids.

Day Stop

• 08680, Peru

Hotel(s)

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arriving at the enigmatic Machu Picchu, your local expert paints a picture of Incan history on the Temple of the Sun, Sacred Plaza and the Intihuatana. Feast on an Andean lunch, then soak in grand views of Machu Picchu or return to the Pueblo for a twilight nature walk showcasing sacred Pre-Inca pictographs.

Day Stops

• 08680, Peru
• Cusco, Peru

Hotel(s)

Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Travel back to the Sacred Valley by Train on your way to Cusco where the panoramic windows and observation outdoor carriage bring the stunning surroundings in. Then enjoy traditional Pachamanca feast of Peruvian cuisine cooked underground that will transport you back to pre-historic times. You’ll continue your trip to Cusco with a fascinating stop in the village of Lamay for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience. Conclude your day as you check into your five-centuries-old mansion in Cusco.

Day Stops

• Cusco, Peru
• Cusco 08002, Peru
• Cusco 08002, Peru

Hotel(s)

Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Step into the past at Cusco’s ruins of Sacsayhuaman, one of the most important Incan sites of sacred towers, shrines and zigzagging walls of giant, interlocking stones. Feel like an archaeologist exploring among the ruins before curating your day. Return to Cusco and visit San Blas church and the surroundings of this fascinating arty neighborhood of Cusco. After San Blas, continue to San Pedro market for some local shopping and insight in Peruvian produce. Or, continue your exploration of various ruins just outside of Cusco on a picturesque hike. You will end up in the San Blas district. Conclude your day with a memorable dinner at MAP Restaurant, an intimate “glass box” in the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art.

Day Stops

• Cusco, Peru
• Juliaca, Peru
• Jiron, Sillustani 2234, San Juan de Lurigancho 15427, Peru
• Puno, Peru

Hotel(s)

GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Take your time in the sacred burial grounds of Sillustani. Reach Puno, for your stay GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the private island of Esteves, where you are treated to a lakeside sunset.

Day Stops

• Puno, Peru
• Lake Titicaca

Hotel(s)

GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

A private cruise of Lake Titicaca with your local expert showcases the incredible man-made Uros Floating Islands made entirely of reeds. On Amantani Island, join a local family for a farm-to-table lunch and stroll among the ancient ruins and terraced hillsides offering views across the water.

Day Stops

• Puno, Peru
• Lima, Peru

Hotel(s)

JW Marriott Hotel Lima

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Return to Lima for your stay at the JW Marriott Hotel Lima in the vibrant Miraflores District. Savor a sensational dinner at Matria, where chef Arlette Eulert Checa intrigues and delights with creative seasonal dishes.

Day Stops

• Lima, Peru
• Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile

Hotel(s)

The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Bid farewell to Limabound for Santiago, Chile's capital and largest city, arriving at The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel. Sip on a cocktail at the ninth floor Sky Bar or soak in views from the elevated terrace, the Parque Forestal, before a dinner of Chilean specialties.

Day Stop

• Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile

Hotel(s)

The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Discover the sites of Santiago from San Francisco Church and the Santa Lucia Hill to the bustling Plaza de Armas, Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral and San Cristóbal Hill to indulge in 360-degree views of the city. Enjoy a local Chilean seafood lunch.

Day Stops

• Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
• Valparaíso, Chile

Hotel(s)

The Singular Santiago Lastarria Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Savor the best of Chilean wine country at the coastal towns of Viña del Mar, “Garden City,” and UNESCO-listed port of Valparaíso. Relish seaside breezes over lunch and treat your palate to Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc and one of the best-rated Pinot Noirs in Chile paired with a traditional empanadas at Kingston Family Vineyards.

Day Stop

• Buenos Aires, Argentina

Hotel(s)

Alvear Palace Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

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 enjoying mesmerizing music and dance at Rojo Tango.

Day Stop

• Buenos Aires, Argentina

Hotel(s)

Alvear Palace Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Explore Buenos Aires’ neighborhoods and stand beneath the balcony made famous by Eva Perón. Tour the Belle Époque Teatro Colón opera house. This afternoon head to Fogón Asado, opening exclusively for Luxury Gold. Indulge in a restaurant that presents a new way of living the traditional Argentine "asado."

Day Stop

• Buenos Aires, Argentina

Hotel(s)

Alvear Palace Hotel

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Delve into the world of “gauchos,” South American cowboys, visiting a traditional “estancia” ranch enjoying a guided horseback ride, gaining insight into the traditions or joining a guided tour ending with traditional mate tea. Conclude the day entertained by a show of horsemanship skills and folk music paired with a succulent asado lunch and traditional mate tea.

Day Stops

• Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Misiones Province, Argentina

Hotel(s)

Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Experience nature’s grandeur at the Argentinean side of Iguassu Falls with your local expert where winding catwalks lure you to the rushing waters of Devil's Throat’s waterfall. Dinner with wine is served at Ipe Grill within your luxurious resort - the only one inside Brazilian Iguassu National Park.

Day Stop

• Iguazú Department, Misiones Province, Argentina

Hotel(s)

Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

Meal(s)

Breakfast

A Local Expert shows off the Brazilian side of the falls showcasing panoramic views of San Martin Island and rushing waterfalls. Later this afternoon you'll visit the Bird Park, which provides shelter for over a thousand birds, butterflies and reptiles from across South America on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience.

Day Stops

• Misiones Province, Argentina
• Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Hotel(s)

Belmond Copacabana Palace

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Jet off to Rio de Janeiro, the "Marvelous city," where your ocean view room in one of South America’s most iconic hotels awaits. The golden sands of iconic Ipanema Beach and Copacabana Beach are just steps away.

Day Stops

• Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Sugarloaf Mountain - Urca, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Hotel(s)

Belmond Copacabana Palace

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Reach the great heights Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for unparalleled views of the city’s peaks, bays and beaches. Dine like the locals at a classic Brazilian steakhouse before visiting the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil.

Day Stop

• Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Hotel(s)

Belmond Copacabana Palace

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Take a train up Corcovado Hill to admire the Christ the Redeemer statue. Uncover the inspiration behind bossa nova during an exclusive presentation with Cecelo Frony, a local guitarist, music aficionado and studio owner. Dine at the French-Brazilian L'Etoile Restaurant.

Day Stop

• Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meal(s)

Breakfast

After one last decadent breakfast of your Lima to Rio de Janeiro luxury tours, your private transfer will take you to the Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.