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Grand Tour of South America
21 days
16 excursions & visits
3 days - free time
Adventurer pace
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Driving through the dramatic landscapes of the Andes from Chile to Argentina.
From lost cities in the Andes to waterfalls that shake the ground, South America is a continent that plays to the senses. This adventure links Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls, the wild lake districts of Chile and Argentina, and the unmistakable buzz of Rio de Janeiro. Along the way, the journey dives into local life – colourful neighbourhoods, welcoming communities and food worth travelling for. Please note, this tour includes areas of high altitude - customers who may be concerned are advised to consult their doctor.
21 days
16 excursions & visits
3 days - free time
Adventurer pace
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Nationwide return chauffeur service
Getting to the airport is easy, thanks to our nationwide return shared chauffeur service, which is included on every tour
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We include incredible experiences and activities
Your holiday includes
22 meals
19 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinnerAccommodation
19 nights in hotels and 1 in flight
16 excursions & visits
City tours of Lima, Cuzco, Santiago, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro (including Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain)
Visits to Sacred Valley (including fortress of Ollantaytambo and Pisac village); Sacsayhuaman ruins; Lake Llanquihue; Vicente Perez Rosales National Park; and Nahuel Huapi
Excursions to Machu Picchu; Valparaiso & Viña del Mar
Tour manager
Titan tour manager and local guide
Transport from the UK
International and regional flights as detailed. Prices are based on return flights with Air France Airlines from London Heathrow (via Charles de Gaulle).
3 days free time
Enjoy time to explore independently, relax at your hotel, join our optional excursions or ask your tour manager for their recommendations.
Portable audio
Headset system on excursions
Porterage
Services included
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Included excursions
These excursions are included in the price of your tour. See below for your day-to-day itinerary.
Lovely Lima, Peru's capital city
The seafront city of Lima was made for wandering on foot, and our walking tour takes in its palm-lined avenues, colourful buildings and historic landmarks. We’ll visit the elaborate 18th-century cathedral before taking a coach to two other noteworthy sites – Archbishop’s Palace and the San Francisco Monastery.
A trip to the Paris of the South
Dubbed ‘the Paris of the South’, Buenos Aires is a tango-infused melting pot of grandiose architecture, larger-than-life street art, and world-class cuisine. We’ll explore the heart of the city, Plaza de Mayo, and its surrounding buildings, the bohemian San Telmo neighbourhood, and the La Boca district - home to rainbow-hued tin houses. We’ll also pause for reflection in the mysterious walled cemetery of Recoleta.
Mountains and monuments in Santiago
Santiago, the capital of Chile, lies between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Known for its stunning skyline and historic sites, it’s also a dynamic centre for art, food, and wine. We’ll explore hotspots like the National Museum and the mesmerising old town, before making our way up San Cristobal Hill to capture it all on camera.
Rio de Janeiro from the sky
Brazil’s vibrant coastal city is the stuff of legend – watched over by the towering Christ the Redeemer and fronted by stunning beaches like Copacabana. It’s also the setting for the world’s most famous festival, the feather-decked Rio Carnival. We’ll get a bird’s-eye view of the city with train and cable car rides through Tijuca Forest to the Corcovado and Sugarloaf mountains.
Journey to the Sacred Valley
Once the heart of the Inca Empire, today the Sacred Valley is a region of lush valleys peppered with ancient ruins. We’ll visit one of the most impressive sites, the 16th-century fortress of Ollantaytambo, and spend time in the lively town of Pisac. It’s well known for its vibrant market, with stalls piled high with handcrafted clothes, beautiful ceramics, and jewellery. Be sure to try the local delicacy, pimentos rellenos (stuffed peppers).
Legendary Machu Picchu
The ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu needs little introduction. We’ll journey through the verdant Sacred Valley high up into the Andes by train, before making our way around this mystical mountaintop city with a local expert. Taking in the intricate stone architecture, terraced slopes, and breathtaking views, it’s a day that feels almost otherworldly.
A tale of two cities
Heading north of Santiago, we’ll spend time in two captivating cities on this full-day excursion. Valparaiso is famous for its port; a rainbow-painted colonial hub spread over 42 hills. Viña del Mar, meanwhile, offers stunning beaches and leafy parks. We'll then toast our adventures at an award-winning winery.
Iguazu Falls: a view from two countries
We’ll come face to face with the UNESCO-listed Iguazu Falls on two visits in two countries – Argentina and Brazil. One of the world's most spectacular waterfalls, it’s double the size of Niagara Falls and surrounded by rainforest, thundering down 275 cascades. Don’t forget your camera on either day, as we’ll enjoy jaw-dropping panoramas from different – but equally impressive – viewing platforms and walkways.
Your itinerary
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Day 1 - UK - Lima
Our nationwide shared chauffeur service collects you from home for your flight to Lima. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel where you stay for two nights.
Hilton Garden Inn Miraflores, Lima (4-star)
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Day 2 - Lima
The first full day in Peru’s seaside capital begins with a guided walking tour, diving straight into what makes Lima so distinctive. Start in the historic heart of the city at Plaza Mayor, carefully restored in recent years and framed by palm trees and brightly coloured colonial buildings. The 18th-century cathedral is a particular highlight. Continue by coach to the Archbishop’s Palace and the baroque Government Palace. At the San Francisco Monastery, a striking Mudéjar-style interior and a vast parchment library dating back to the 15th century reveal layers of history. There is also a visit to the Larco Museum for further insight into the development of pre-Columbian societies. The remainder of the afternoon is free to explore at leisure.
Hilton Garden Inn Miraflores, Lima (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: City tour of Lima (morning)
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Day 3 - Lima - Sacred Valley
Depart Lima to head into the Inca heartland and the ancient world of Andean culture. A flight to Cuzco delivers dramatic scenery on arrival, with the former Inca capital set high in the Andes and surrounded by mountains on all sides. From here, continue into the Sacred Valley, a fertile, river-carved landscape scattered with centuries-old fortresses. The remarkably preserved stronghold of Ollantaytambo stands out as a former centre of Inca resistance against the Spanish. Finish the day with a stop in Pisac to explore its lively market and stone-built Inca remains before settling into the hotel for the night.
Casona Yucay (3-star), Sacred Valley
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Excursions & visits: Visit Sacred Valley including fortress of Ollantaytambo and Pisac village (afternoon)
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Day 4 - Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu takes centre stage today, one of Latin America’s most unforgettable sights. The adventure begins with a scenic train journey winding through the Sacred Valley, offering a first glimpse of the legendary mountaintop citadel. A guided tour of the ruins brings the story of the site to life, echoing the awe felt by Hiram Bingham when he revealed the city to the outside world in the early 20th century. There is ample time to absorb the atmosphere and setting before returning to the Sacred Valley later in the day.
Casona Yucay (3-star), Sacred Valley
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Excursions & visits: Excursion to Machu Picchu (all day)
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Day 5 - Sacsayhuaman - Cuzco
Another impressive Inca site awaits at Sacsayhuaman, a vast fortress overlooking Cuzco. From this commanding position, sweeping views stretch across the city and surrounding plains, once the scene of fierce resistance against Spanish forces. The immense stone blocks used in its walls, some weighing up to 200 tonnes, showcase extraordinary precision engineering. Back in Cuzco, a city tour with some free time after, reveals how Inca heritage and colonial influence remain tightly interwoven. Colourful textiles, lively festivals and dramatic mountain views ensure the past feels very much alive.
Hotel Jose Antonio Cusco (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit to Sacsayhuaman ruins (morning)
City tour of Cuzco (afternoon)
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Day 6 - Cuzco - Santiago
Peru is left behind today with a flight south to Santiago, Chile’s capital (possibly via Lima). On arrival, transfer to the hotel and settle in for the next chapter of the journey.
Hotel Plaza San Francisco Santiago
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Day 7 - Santiago
Set beneath the snow-capped Andes, Santiago blends grand colonial architecture with modern towers and green public spaces. A guided tour begins at the National Museum before continuing through the historic centre, the bohemian Bellavista district and up to San Cristobal Hill for sweeping views of the city and mountains beyond. The rest of the day is free to explore at leisure.
Hotel Plaza San Francisco Santiago
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Excursions & visits: City tour of Santiago (morning)
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Day 8 - Valparaiso - Viña del Mar
A full-day excursion north of Santiago visits the contrasting cities of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, with a stop en route at an award-winning winery for a guided visit and tasting led by an expert sommelier. Valparaíso, Chile’s principal port, tumbles over 42 hills and reflects its strong 19th-century British influence from the days of empire and trade. Its dramatic past of piracy and fortification adds depth to the UNESCO-listed historic quarter. By contrast, Viña del Mar offers a calmer atmosphere, known for elegant gardens, pristine parks and sandy beaches.
Hotel Plaza San Francisco Santiago
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Excursions & visits: Excursion to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar, including winery tour and tasting (all day)
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Day 9 - Santiago - Puerto Varas
A flight to Puerto Montt opens the door to southern Chile’s volcanic landscapes, glacial lakes and vast national parks. A brief orientation tour includes views over Angelmó and Reloncaví bays before continuing to Puerto Varas. Set on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, this lakeside town enjoys a spectacular natural setting.
Radisson Hotel Puerto Varas (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Puerto Montt orientation tour (afternoon)
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Day 10 - Vicente Perez Rosales National Park - Nahuel Huapi National Park - San Carlos de Bariloche
A day of striking scenery unfolds while crossing from Chile into Argentina. The route traces Lake Llanquihue’s southern shore to Petrohué before boarding a catamaran to cross Lake Todos los Santos within Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park. After time at leisure in Peulla, the tour continues over the Andes via the Pérez Rosales Pass. Two further lake crossings follow – Lake Frías and the vast, glacier-carved Lake Nahuel Huapi – before arrival in San Carlos de Bariloche.
Hotel Edelweiss, San Carlos de Bariloche (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Excursion to Lake Llanquihue, Vicente Perez Rosales National Park and Nahuel Huapi (all day)
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Day 11 - San Carlos de Bariloche
Morning views over lakes and mountains set the tone for a regional tour of Bariloche. Alpine influences from early Swiss, Austrian and German settlers give the area a distinctly European feel. Highlights include Campanario Mountain, the Llao Llao peninsula and the Angostura River, all framed by the López mountain range. The afternoon is free for hiking, relaxation, or sampling Bariloche’s renowned chocolate.
Hotel Edelweiss, San Carlos de Bariloche (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Scenic region tour (morning)
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Day 12 - San Carlos de Bariloche - Buenos Aires
A relaxed morning allows time to enjoy the fresh mountain air before flying to Buenos Aires, one of South America’s most iconic cities.
Pulitzer Hotel, Buenos Aires (4-star)
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Day 13 - Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires captivates with its tango rhythms, European elegance and unmistakable Latin energy. Grand architecture, leafy plazas and vibrant neighbourhoods combine with colourful street art and café culture. A guided city tour visits Plaza de Mayo, flanked by landmarks such as Casa Rosada, Cabildo and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Exploration continues through San Telmo and the colourful streets of La Boca, before ending at Recoleta Cemetery, final resting place of many Argentine luminaries, including Eva Perón.
Pulitzer Hotel, Buenos Aires (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: City tour of Buenos Aires (morning)
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Day 14 - Buenos Aires
A full day at leisure to continue exploring Buenos Aires independently or simply soak up its atmosphere.
Pulitzer Hotel, Buenos Aires (4-star)
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Day 15 - Iguazu Falls
A flight north reveals one of the natural wonders of the world: Iguazu Falls. This immense system of 275 waterfalls forms a dramatic natural border between Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Taller than Niagara and twice as wide, the spectacle is unforgettable. The Argentine side offers close-up views of the roaring cascades framed by lush rainforest, before crossing into Brazil later in the day.
Hotel Bourbon Cataratas, Iguazu Falls (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit Iguazu Falls (afternoon)
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Day 16 - Iguazu Falls
The Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls delivers panoramic views via carefully designed walkways and viewpoints, ideal for photography. The afternoon is free for relaxation or independent exploration.
Hotel Bourbon Cataratas, Iguazu Falls (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: Visit Iguazu Falls (morning)
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Day 17 - Rio de Janeiro
Fly to Rio de Janeiro today (possibly indirect). Upon arrival, we transfer to the hotel for a three night stay.
Windsor Palace Copacabana Hotel (4-star)
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Day 18 - Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, home to the iconic Samba dance, delivers iconic sights and dramatic scenery. A full-day tour includes a cog-train ride through Tijuca Forest to Corcovado Mountain, revealing sweeping views near the Christ the Redeemer statue. Pass by famous beaches before ascending Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for another unforgettable panorama.
Windsor Palace Copacabana Hotel (4-star)
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Excursions & visits: City tour of Rio de Janeiro, including Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain (all day)
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Day 19 - Rio de Janeiro
A free day to relax or explore Rio at your own pace, followed by a farewell dinner at a popular churrascaria restaurant in the evening.
Windsor Palace Copacabana Hotel (4-star)
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Day 20 - Rio de Janeiro - In flight
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
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Day 21 - UK
Upon arrival, your vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
Day 1 - UK - Lima
Our nationwide shared chauffeur service collects you from home for your flight to Lima. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel where you stay for two nights.
Hilton Garden Inn Miraflores, Lima (4-star)
Day 2 - Lima
The first full day in Peru’s seaside capital begins with a guided walking tour, diving straight into what makes Lima so distinctive. Start in the historic heart of the city at Plaza Mayor, carefully restored in recent years and framed by palm trees and brightly coloured colonial buildings. The 18th-century cathedral is a particular highlight. Continue by coach to the Archbishop’s Palace and the baroque Government Palace. At the San Francisco Monastery, a striking Mudéjar-style interior and a vast parchment library dating back to the 15th century reveal layers of history. There is also a visit to the Larco Museum for further insight into the development of pre-Columbian societies. The remainder of the afternoon is free to explore at leisure.
Hilton Garden Inn Miraflores, Lima (4-star)
Today includes…
Excursions & visits: City tour of Lima (morning)
Day 3 - Lima - Sacred Valley
Depart Lima to head into the Inca heartland and the ancient world of Andean culture. A flight to Cuzco delivers dramatic scenery on arrival, with the former Inca capital set high in the Andes and surrounded by mountains on all sides. From here, continue into the Sacred Valley, a fertile, river-carved landscape scattered with centuries-old fortresses. The remarkably preserved stronghold of Ollantaytambo stands out as a former centre of Inca resistance against the Spanish. Finish the day with a stop in Pisac to explore its lively market and stone-built Inca remains before settling into the hotel for the night.
Casona Yucay (3-star), Sacred Valley
Today includes…
Excursions & visits: Visit Sacred Valley including fortress of Ollantaytambo and Pisac village (afternoon)
Day 4 - Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu takes centre stage today, one of Latin America’s most unforgettable sights. The adventure begins with a scenic train journey winding through the Sacred Valley, offering a first glimpse of the legendary mountaintop citadel. A guided tour of the ruins brings the story of the site to life, echoing the awe felt by Hiram Bingham when he revealed the city to the outside world in the early 20th century. There is ample time to absorb the atmosphere and setting before returning to the Sacred Valley later in the day.
Casona Yucay (3-star), Sacred Valley
Today includes…
Excursions & visits: Excursion to Machu Picchu (all day)
Day 5 - Sacsayhuaman - Cuzco
Another impressive Inca site awaits at Sacsayhuaman, a vast fortress overlooking Cuzco. From this commanding position, sweeping views stretch across the city and surrounding plains, once the scene of fierce resistance against Spanish forces. The immense stone blocks used in its walls, some weighing up to 200 tonnes, showcase extraordinary precision engineering. Back in Cuzco, a city tour with some free time after, reveals how Inca heritage and colonial influence remain tightly interwoven. Colourful textiles, lively festivals and dramatic mountain views ensure the past feels very much alive.
Hotel Jose Antonio Cusco (4-star)
Today includes…
Excursions & visits: Visit to Sacsayhuaman ruins (morning)
City tour of Cuzco (afternoon)
Day 6 - Cuzco - Santiago
Peru is left behind today with a flight south to Santiago, Chile’s capital (possibly via Lima). On arrival, transfer to the hotel and settle in for the next chapter of the journey.
Hotel Plaza San Francisco Santiago
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