Best of South America

Today we travel to Iguassu Falls by flight. Upon arrival, we visit Iguassu Falls – also known as Devil’s throat, there are 275 individual drops originating from the Iguassu River which creates a magnificent spectacle of world’s largest waterfalls at the border of Brazil and Argentina followed by visit to Parque das Aves Bird park – private zoo set within 16 hectares of forest mainly having birds population as well as other animals and butterflies.
In the evening we enjoy Raffin Show – a Latin American dance show with delicious BBQ Dinner.

Today we travel to Rio de Janeiro by flight. Rio de Janeiro is the huge seaside city in Brazil. Upon arrival we explore Rio de Janeiro, we visit Maracana Stadium – major football stadium in Rio opened in 1950 to host the FIFA world cup, The Sambadrome – a purpose-built parade area built for the Rio Carnival, Metropolitan Cathedral – shaped as a Mayan Pyramid of Mexico and dedicated to Saint Sebastian.

Today we enjoy a cable car ride to UNESCO word Heritage site Sugarloaf Mountain – a monolithic granite and quartz mountain that rise from Guanabara Bay resembles refined loaf of sugar followed by visit to Corcovado – a granite peak located in a Tijuca forest, to see famous Christ the Redeemer statue – an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ created by French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa. The statue is listed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the world and iconic land mark of South America. We take a cogwheel train ride which take us at the top of the mountain from where we can enjoy panoramic view of Rio city.
In the evening we visit famous Copacabana beach – a magnificent confluence of land and sea which stretches for 4kms.

Today we fly to Lima – capital and the largest city of Peru located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín rivers.

Today we explore Lima city, we see Plaza San Martin – one of the most representative public spaces of the city of Lima which was declared as World Heritage Site in 1988 by UNESCO, Convent of San Francisco – Church and monastery complex built in 1766 in New Spanish Baroque style, Plaza de Armas – known as the birthplace of the city of Lima and is a historic centre which is surrounded by Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, Archbishop's Palace of Lima, the Municipal Palace, and the Palace of the Union, followed by visit to Larco Museum – a privately owned museum of pre-Columbian art it showcases chronological galleries that provide a thorough overview of 5,000 years of Peruvian pre-Columbian history and Huaca Pucllana - clay pyramid built of seven staggered platforms. In the evening, we visit Miraflores area to see the views of the cliffs, El Parque del Amor – Landscaped Park overlooking the ocean with a huge kissing sculpture and mosaic walls. Later we have free time to explore Barranco District – considered to be the city’s most romantic and artistic area.

Today we fly to Puerto Maldonado – a gateway to the largest city of the southern Amazon region. Upon arrival we proceed to our accommodation and relax.

Today explore the Peruvian side of Amazon. We can go for jungle walk and spot some Amazonian wildlife. We then take a boat ride in the Tambopata River right in the heart of the Amazon jungle.

Today we fly to Cusco – a city in Peruvian Andes was once capital of Inca Empire and now known for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture. Upon arrival we explore Saqsaywaman – a UNESCO world Heritage site and historic capital of the Inca Empire first built by the Killke culture about 1100.

Today we have full day excursion to Machu Picchu – an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountain built in the 15th century. Machu Picchu was built in the classical Inca style with polished dry stone walls. The Incas created this estate around 1450 but abandoned it a century later at the time of the Spanish conquest. The site was declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 and voted as one of New Seven Wonder of the World in 2007. Here we see three prominent structure namely The Intihuatana – ritual stone associated with the astronomic clock, The Temple of the Sun – sacred temple built by the Inca for ceremonies to pay tribute and give offerings to the sun and The Room of the Three Window. Later we proceed to Cusco by train.

Today we enjoy city tour which includes the Inca empire, the ruins of the Inca Palace, the Plaza de Armas and the Old Town with its restored colonial buildings. Later we enjoy a scenic drive through the Peruvian Highlands and along snow-covered peaks to Puno.

Today we proceed to Huatajata – a small community village on shore of Titicaca Lake, en route, we visit the floating Uros Islands where complete villages are built on Totora Reed and enjoy the view of Lake Titicaca. Later we visit Eco Complex by catamaran. We pass by Copacabana - Bolivian town on Lake Titicaca, known for religious festivals and red-roofed houses.

Today we proceed to La Paz, on arrival we enjoy city orientation tour which includes the Old and New Town, Indian Market and chic suburbs of La Paz followed by visit to Moon Valley, A geological offense caused by Mother Nature. Then we enjoy Cable car ride from where we get the amazing view of the city.

Today we fly to Calama. Calama is one of the driest cities in the world known as a gateway to the Atacama Desert.

Today we have full day excursion to Atacama Desert - is a desert plateau in South America covering a 1,000-km strip of land on the Pacific coast. The Atacama Desert is one of the driest places in the world, as well as the only true desert to receive less precipitation than the polar deserts. Here we visit Lagoona de Cejas – oasis of water in the middle of a salt desert known as the Floating Lagoon, Geysers of El Tatio - the third-largest geyser field in the world and the largest in the Southern Hemisphere followed by visit to Machua – small Andean village consist of about 20 houses and a Church and mainly known for its Llama population.

Today we fly to Santiago, on arrival we enjoy city orientation tour of Santiago. Where we see La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, Santiago stock exchange building and Metropolitan Park.

Today we fly to El Calafate. El Calafate is known for its amazing Patagonian landscapes and as a gateway to Los Glaciares National Park, home to the massive Perito Moreno Glacier. Upon arrival we have free time for explore surroundings and relaxing.

Today we visit Perito Moreno Glacier - a glacier located in the Los Glaciares National Park was named after the explorer Francisco Moreno, a pioneer who studied the region in the 19th century and played a major role in defending the territory of Argentina in the conflict surrounding the international border dispute with Chile. Here we take boat ride to enjoy amazing vistas of glacier.

Today we fly to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival we enjoy Argentine Tango Show - a musical genre accompanying social dance originated at the end of the 19th century in the suburbs of Buenos Aires with delicious dinner.

Today we have full day excursion of Montevideo – a port city that lies on the north shore of the Rio de la Plata estuary and the capital of Uruguay. We proceed to Montevideo by ferry, upon arrival, we explore Montevideo city we take photo stop at Plaza Independencia – a prominent square that divides the old from the new Uruguay, and is surrounded by an interesting array of architectural styles, Salvo Palace – designed by the architect Mario Palanti, an Italian immigrant which was once one of the tallest buildings in South America, Solis Theatre – Uruguay's oldest and most renowned theatre. Then we stroll around Mercado del Puerto – City’s principal market lined with a number of popular restaurants serving typical Uruguayan dishes.
Later we have free time for shopping.

Today we explore Buenos Aires city, we see District of San Telmo and La Boca - Buenos Aires’s neighbourhood famed for its colourful houses and its tango, Casa Rosada - executive mansion and office of the President of Argentina, Plaza de Mayo - a city square and main foundational site of Buenos Aires; It was formed in 1884 after the demolition of the Recova building, unifying the city's Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Armas, Cathedral Metropolitana de Buenos Aires - main Catholic church overlooking Plaza de Mayo Cabildo - public building that was used as seat of the town council during the colonial era, 9 de Julio Avenue – 3 km long avenue connecting north and south part of city and named after Argentina’ s Independence day, Obelisk at 9 de Julio Avenue and The Palermo - biggest neighborhood of capital city lined with rose garden, planetarium and rowing lakes.
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Mumbai to Mumbai Tour guests will proceed to Washington Airport as per the scheduled group flight departure time and start their return journey back home.

Please note:
Airline: On group tours, we generally fly well-reputed airlines that are group-friendly.
During your air travel, refreshments and meals are provided as per the airline policy. However, we recommend you carry dry snacks of your choice for the flight journey.

Transport: For transfers and sightseeing, we use mini coaches, big coaches, or small vans, depending on the respective tour group size. If you wish to have a separate vehicle solely for yourself or your family, it can be arranged at an additional cost, subject to availability.

Sightseeing attraction: Given the current dynamic situation, some monuments or sightseeing places may be closed temporarily without any prior notice; in such cases, every attempt will be made to visit an alternate sightseeing place if possible.

Hotels: The hotels on tour are comfortable and have been appreciated by Indian Paradise’s guests in the past. The category of hotels on international tours is a mix of three-star, three-star superior, and basic four-star.

Meals: On tour, we provide all meals, from day one to the last day, as mentioned in the itinerary. Breakfasts are generally continental on European tours, whereas, lunches and dinners are Indian OR Indian along with a local dish OR local cuisine, OR at times fast food meals from Subway, McDonald’s, etc., depending on the convenience and ease of execution of the itinerary or the availability of food at the respective destination.

Post-Covid Precautions: All tours are available for fully vaccinated guests (both doses of Covishield/Covaxin with a 15-day cooling-off period post the 2nd dose) and are subject to government directives and orders, airline connectivity, and visa regulations.
All guests must follow the prevailing mandatory requirements for travel, such as RT-PCR tests (departure and arrival), a certificate of full vaccination, web check-in, self-declaration, etc., as per the airline, state, or country. Any cost incurred for such requirements is not part of the tour price and should be borne by the guests.