Classic South America

What's Included

• Meals

  4 dinners, 11 breakfasts, and 5 lunches are included.

• Hotel Accommodation

  Included at all hotels.

• Hotel Taxes and Tips

  Hotel taxes, porterage, and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.

• Breakfast Options

  Enjoy breakfast every morning, and on days with a Relaxed Start, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.

• Wi-Fi

  Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. On select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.

• Transfers

  Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold.

• Local Expert Guides

  In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.

• Travel Concierge

  Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations to organizing transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.

• Welcome Dinner

  Join your Travel Concierge and fellow travelers for a Welcome Dinner in Santiago.

• Farewell Celebration Dinner

  Your Farewell Celebration Dinner is served at the French-Brazilian L'Etoile Restaurant in Rio de Janeiro.

• Local Experiences

  Meet local experts and enjoy unique experiences such as a private performance in Ipanema, a visit to a traditional Argentine 'asado', and a tour of the Bird Park in Iguassu Falls.

• Transport Description

  Enjoy seamless transportation with private transfers, included flights between destinations, and comfortable coach travel, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey from Santiago to Rio de Janeiro.

• Accommodation Description

  Stay in luxurious accommodations including The Singular Lastarria Hotel in Santiago, Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires, Belmond Hotel das Cataratas in Iguassu, and Belmond Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, offering comfort and elegance throughout your journey.

What's Not Included

• Flights

  International and domestic flights are not included.
  
  

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
  
  

• Optional Activities

  Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
  
  

• Visa Fees

  Visa fees and any related costs are not included.
  
  

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)11 Breakfast (B)5 Lunch (L)

Additional Included Highlights

Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.Included at all hotels.Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.

Curated Experiences

Ipanema: Meet Local Expert Cecelo, a local guitarist, music aficionado, and studio owner from Ipanema. Join him in Ipanema, the birthplace of Bossa Nova in the 1950s. You'll learn about the sounds and sights of the place that inspired this new genre of samba music and enjoy a private performance over a caipirinha cocktail.

Magnificent Stays

Iguassu Falls: Step through the doors into a world of understated luxury. The luxurious Belmond das Cataratas is the only hotel inside the National Park and sits alongside the falls. Soak up the jungle chorus while you float in the pool, stroll gardens bejewelled with orchids and sip caipirinhas as the sun goes down. Embark on the ultimate adventure at South America's first and only Forbes Five Star hotel, and you’ll never want to leave.

Passport Moments

Santiago: Meet a Local Expert for an in-depth city exploration. Start out at the heart of the city, seeing the Chilean University, San Francisco Church and the Santa Lucia Hill. Then visit the Plaza de Armas and the cathedral. Cross the Mapocho river to the bohemian Bellavista district on the way to San Cristóbal Hill, where you will have the best views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains.Santiago: Visit Kingston Family Vineyards, a small boutique winery located in Casablanca Valley for an introduction to and tasting of their exquisite wines.Valparaiso: From Santiago, head west towards Valparaíso. Pass by the main square where you can see the monument honoring the 1879 Naval Battle of Iquique. Declared a World Heritage by UNESCO, Valparaíso offers unique ocean landscapes with colorful neighborhoods, picturesque cobblestone streets, and old cable cars.Buenos Aires: Take a tour of this historical and prestigious opera house and explore the Main Hall, Foyer, Bustos Gallery and the Golden Hall.Iguassu Falls: Head to the Argentinean side of Iguassu Falls and view the unfathomable Devil's Throat with a Local Expert.Iguassu Falls: Join a local expert for a spectacular walk past thundering curtains of water and misty rainbows on the Brazilian side of the falls. Explore the base of the falls and see the impressive panoramic view of San Martin Island.Rio de Janeiro: Experience sightseeing with a Local Expert and a cable car journey to the lofty heights of Sugarloaf Mountain with fast-track admission.Rio de Janeiro: Visit this beautiful library that was built in the heart of Rio by the Portuguese monarchy.Rio de Janeiro: Visit the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, one of the most important cultural centers in the country. Admire the Art Deco design by Francisco Joaquim Bethencourt da Silva.Rio de Janeiro: Take a train ride up Corcovado Hill through the Tijuca National Forest to the open arms of Christ the Redeemer and magnificent views over the legendary bay.

Personalise your day

Buenos Aires: Meet the local gauchos and learn about the traditions of these South American Cowboys on a horseback ride.Buenos Aires: Explore the beautiful ranch on a leisurely walk, learning all about the gaucho lifestyle.