From$3949USD
15 days,Santiago to Rio de Janeiro
Trip Code: SSR

Feeling the beauty of the Lake District's volcanoes, glaciers and lakes, marvelling at Iguassu Falls, sipping caipirinhas on a Brazilian beach, experiencing a traditional family barbecue.

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Reverse Itinerary

This trip also runs in reverse - see trip code SRS.

From South America’s natural wonders to some of the region’s most vibrant cities, experience the riches of South America on this comprehensive adventure that takes you from Chile to Argentina and Brazil. Enjoy the perfect combination of guided excursions and free time to explore the beauty of some of the world’s most breathtaking wonders—Patagonia and Iguassu Falls. Sip wine in Santiago, learn to tango in Buenos Aires and live it up in beachside Rio. Travel days are well paced and include short flights, allowing you the time to really experience the region’s highlights—in comfort and style.

What's Included

  • Winery tour, Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Falls Tour, Puerto Blest and Lago Frias Tour, Buenos Aires city tour, Visit to the Iguassu Falls, Traditional Brazilian barbecue with a local family in Paraty, Arrival transfer and breakfast daily.
  • 14 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner. (Allow USD400-525 for meals not included.)
  • Comfort hotels (14 nts).
  • First-class buses, plane, private van.
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10
Map of the route for Southern Explorer
Places Visited
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Patagonia
Day 1 Santiago

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

Day 2 Santiago (B)

Full-day tour of local wineries before returning to Santiago for the evening.

Days 3-4 Puerto Varas (2B)

Fly to Puerto Montt and transfer to Puerto Varas, in the Chilean Lake District. Included scenic tour to Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Falls and free time for individual exploration.

Days 5-6 Bariloche (2B)

Travel by bus across the Andes to Bariloche, Argentina. Included boat excursion to visit Puerto Blest and Lago Frías.

Days 7-9 Buenos Aires (3B)

Fly to Buenos Aires and take an included city tour. Free time for exploration of the many parks, museums and attractions. Optional tango show and dinner or take a day trip to the Tigre Delta.

Days 10-11 Iguassu Falls (2B)

Fly to Iguassu Falls for two full days of exploration from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides. Optional boat ride at the base of the falls or visit a nearby bird park.

Days 12-13 Paraty (2B,1D)

Fly to Sao Paulo and continue by bus to Paraty. Included traditional Brazilian barbecue with a local family. Optional cachaça distillery visit or take a boat excursion in the bay to some of the nearby islands and beaches.

Day 14 Rio de Janeiro (B)

Carry on by private van to Rio de Janeiro for free time to explore the city using our centrally-located hotel in Copacabana as a base. Optional city tour.

Day 15 Rio de Janeiro (B)

Depart at any time.

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