18D14N Original South America (Flights Included)

Depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Upon arrival in Rio de Janeiro, be met and greeted before being assisted for transfers to your accommodation. Rest of the day at leisure.

Go on a panoramic city tour of down town Rio. Pass by the Ambadrome, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Acquaint yourself with the traditional Cinelandia Square, with its historical buildings, the Municipal Theater, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts. Be taken to the top of Urca’s Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car. In the evening, enjoy the Samba Show which combines diversity and culture with fantastic drummers and beautiful dancers.

After breakfast this morning, meet the guide for a half day tour to Corcovado Mountain and is neighboring beaches. Board the cog train where you will visit the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer.

Early morning transfer to the airport to board flight to Iguassu Falls (Brazillian Side). Upon arrival transfer from the airport to the hotel, you will then head to the National Park of the Brazillian side of the Falls. The tour starts with a visit to the Main Center of the park, where you will have the opportunity to get some hints about the local ecosystem. From there hike along the most important trail of the park where the you can enjoy an astonishing view of the waterfalls. From the local belvedere you will have a privileged sight of the both parks of the waterfalls. Return to the main point via the panoramic elevator.

This morning after breakfast. Transfer to the Argentinian side with a quick stop at customs checks. After that, the tour continues to the Tancredo Neves Bridge over the Iguassu River, which separates the border between Argentina and Brazil. Once in Argentina, take a scenic highway up to the Argentine Iguazu Park where you will have a spectacular view of the Argentinean Falls, with access to the very brink of the awe-inspiring Devil's Throat, largest of the Argentinean Falls, including the San Martin Falls. On the way back from the falls a stop at the “Three Borders” Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay meet. Return to your accommodation back in the Brazilian side.

After breakfast, spend the day at leisure with your own activities.
Later, be transferred to the airport for flight to Lima, Peru. Upon arrival, be picked up and transferred to accommodation.

Have your breakfast at the hotel. Head out on a city tour where you will to explore the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, includes the Main Square where the Presidential Palace, Archbishop’s Palace and the Cathedral. Pass by Huaca, the sacred pre-Inca site before stopping at Parque del Amor to admire the magnificent views over the Pacific Ocean. Rest of the day at own leisure.

After breakfast this morning, be transferred to the airport for your local flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, be picked up and transferred to your accommodation. In the afternoon, head out for a tour of Cusco, known as the Imperial City and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Start at the iconic San Pedro market, a local market where you can explore the colors, flavors and traditions of modern Cusco. Continue with the Koricancha Temple, an ancient Inca palace and cult center of the Sun God. Ascend to the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, an impressive example of Inca military architecture. Explore the Q’enqo archeological site, where important Inca ceremonies took place. Finally, arrive to the Plaza de Armas (main square) and visit the Cathedral, the most important temple in the city.

After breakfast, check out and head down towards the Sacred Valley. You will head to Chinchero to visit the PARWA Center, the Chinchero church as well as the ruins of Chinchero. Stop at the Racchi Viewpoint, from where you will have a panoramic view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Later, head towards the town of Ollantaytambo to see the imposing Inca fortress that bears the same name. Have some time at leisure to explore the town and perhaps visit the local market. Overnight at Sacred Valley.

After breakfast, check out and be transferred to the Ollantaytambo train station. Board the Expedition Train to Machu Picchu. Visit one of the most important energy centers of the world: Machu Picchu. You will be driven to the archeological site, for an unforgettable experience, with a professional tour guide to share the history that surrounds this mysterious and enchanting place. Once the guided tour is over, enjoy some free time to explore the site on your own, to relax, or to meditate. At the agreed upon hour, descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch and board the train for your trip back to Cusco. Overnight in Cusco.

After breakfast, full day at leisure with your own activities. Perhaps join one of the available optional tours.

OPTIONAL: FULL DAY VINICUNCA RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
Depart your hotel in Cusco early in the morning, crossing the South Valley, towards Cusipata. From there, be transferred to Phulawasipata where you will begin your walk. After some time to prepare, you will start with the ascending route to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain. The place will amaze you with its vivid colors and natural beauty. There, you will have time to take photos and fill yourself with the energy of the place. At the end of this visit, you will walk back to the starting point. Finally, you will be taken back to your hotel in Cusco. Overnight in Cusco.

OPTIONAL: FULL DAY VINICUNCA RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

After breakfast this morning, check out and be transferred to the airport for your flights to Buenos Aires, Argentina with connections via Lima. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, be picked up and transferred to your accommodation.

Have breakfast and meet the guide for the city tour where you will discover the neighbor hoods of Recoleta and its most famous cemetery, Palermo, May Square and the Pink House, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the newest & trendiest Puerto Madero Area and the first settlements of the city of Buenos Aires. Tour ends after lunch where you will have time at leisure with your own activities. In the evening, go on a quintessential Dinner and Tango Show experience (with return transfers included).

After breakfast at the hotel, full day at leisure with your own activities.

OPTIONAL: DAY AT THE PAMPAS - GAUCHA AT SANTA SUSANA RANCH
Home to the gaucho, the humid pampas is one of the most fertile natural prairies in the world and is famous for its production of beef and cereals. Only a few kilometers away from the City of Buenos Aires, in a natural environment with beautiful landscapes, be honored with their typical national asado, empanadas, and excellent Argentinian wines. Be entertained with Folk songs and dances, equestrian activities, and unbeatable shows of traditional gaucho skills. Return to Buenos Aires.

OPTIONAL: DAY AT THE PAMPAS - GAUCHA AT SANTA SUSANA RANCH

Day at leisure with your own activities. Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.