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South American Explorer (With Inca Trail Trek)

18 days
From Cusco to Rio de Janeiro
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 30
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cusco

    Cusco
    Start point
    Cusco, Cusco, Peru (Cusco)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Mamasara (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Shop for artisan jewellery and woodworks
    • Roam cobblestone streets
    • Explore San Pedro markets
    • Sample cacao buds and coca leaf tea
    Landmarks
    San Pedro Market
    Plaza de Armas
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  2. Day 2

    Cusco to Sacred Valley

    Cusco to Sacred Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Tunupa Lodge Ollantaytambo (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit llama farm to see llamas, vicuña, and alpacas
    • Learn ancient Incan weaving techniques from local artisans
    • Play traditional game of Sapo
    • Guided tour of Pisac ruins
    • Guided tour of Ollantaytambo ruins
    • Sample homemade Chicha de Jora brew

    Optional Activities

    • Sacred Valley Rafting
    • Stock up on last-minute essentials in Ollantaytambo
    Landmarks
    Pisac Ruins
    Ollantaytambo Ruins
    Urubamba River
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  3. Day 3

    Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes

    Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Flower's House Macchu Picchu (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • One-day Inca Trail trek (for selected participants)
    • Train journey to KM104
    • View Huayna Picchu
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Huayna Picchu
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  4. Day 4

    Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco

    Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Mamasara (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Machu Picchu including Temple of the Three Windows
    • Huayna Picchu peak visit
    • Free exploration time at Machu Picchu
    • Train journey back to Cusco

    Optional Activities

    • Try local specialty cuy (guinea pig) in Cusco
    • Market shopping in Cusco
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Temple of the Three Windows
    Huayna Picchu
  5. Day 5

    Aguas Calientes to Cusco via Machu Picchu

    Aguas Calientes to Cusco via Machu Picchu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Mamasara (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Machu Picchu
    • Visit Temple of the Three Windows
    • Visit Huayna Picchu peak
    • Train journey back to Cusco

    Optional Activities

    • Explore local markets and cobbled streets
    • Try traditional cuy (guinea pig)
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Temple of the Three Windows
    Huayna Picchu
  6. Day 6

    Cusco to Puerto Maldonado

    Cusco to Puerto Maldonado
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Home-cooked dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Corto Maltes Amazonia Lodge (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado
    • City tour of Puerto Maldonado
    • Hike to canopy tower
    • Home-cooked dinner
    • Caiman spotting excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Canopy climbing experience
    • Kayaking trip on the Tambopata River
    Landmarks
    Amazon Rainforest
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Cusco

    Cusco
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Corto Maltes Amazonia Lodge (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Sleep in and relax at hotel
    • Sip fresh mountain coffee in Plaza de Armas
    • Shop for alpaca sweaters and souvenirs
    Landmarks
    Plaza de Armas
  8. Day 8

    Puerto Maldonado to Lima

    Puerto Maldonado to Lima
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budget Miraflores (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Puerto Maldonado to Lima

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Miraflores district
    • Visit Parque Kennedy
    • Eat ceviche
    • Try pisco sour
    Landmarks
    Miraflores
    Parque Kennedy
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Puerto Maldonado

    Puerto Maldonado
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (M Concept Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Morning canoe cruise on Sandoval Lake
    • Wildlife spotting (hoatzin birds and giant river otters)
    Landmarks
    Sandoval Lake
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  10. Day 10

    Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Argentine food at tango show)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (M Concept Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore La Boca neighbourhood
    • Tango show with dinner and participation
    Landmarks
    La Boca
  11. Day 11

    Lima to Buenos Aires

    Lima to Buenos Aires
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (M Concept Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Lima to Buenos Aires

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Buenos Aires in the afternoon
    Landmarks
    Buenos Aires
  12. Day 12

    Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (M Concept Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore world-class museums in Buenos Aires
    • Browse boutiques and cafes in Palermo
    • Day trip to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
    Landmarks
    Palermo
    Colonia del Sacramento
    Río de la Plata
  13. Day 13

    Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pietro Angelo Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Tigre Experience - boat ride in Tigre Delta
    • Tigre Experience - bike ride around surrounding areas
    • Tigre Experience - swimming
    • Tigre Experience - kayaking
    • Regional lunch in Tigre
    • Explore Buenos Aires independently
    Landmarks
    Tigre Delta
  14. Day 14

    Puerto Iguazu - Iguassu Falls

    Puerto Iguazu - Iguassu Falls
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pietro Angelo Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Devil's Throat
    • Explore Iguassu Falls Argentine side

    Optional Activities

    • Speed boat ride through the spray of the falls (Gran Aventura)
    Landmarks
    Iguassu Falls
    Devil's Throat
    Itinerary Image 1
  15. Day 15

    Buenos Aires to Iguassu Falls

    Buenos Aires to Iguassu Falls
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Authentic Brazilian BBQ dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Copacabana Posto 2 (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Parque Nacional do Iguaçu (Brazilian side)
    • Brazilian BBQ dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Helicopter flight over the falls
    Landmarks
    Iguassu Falls
    Parque Nacional do Iguaçu
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  16. Day 16

    Rio de Janeiro

    Rio de Janeiro
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Copacabana Posto 2 (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Hang gliding over Rio de Janeiro
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Watch football (soccer) match
    Landmarks
    Copacabana Beach
  17. Day 17

    Iguassu Falls to Rio de Janeiro

    Iguassu Falls to Rio de Janeiro
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Copacabana Posto 2 (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Rio de Janeiro

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Rio de Janeiro independently
    Landmarks
    Rio de Janeiro
  18. Day 18

    Rio de Janeiro

    Rio de Janeiro
    End point
    Rio De Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil (Rio De Janeiro)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (M Concept Hotel (or similar))

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    Jemilla4.0September 2022
    The tour was well worth the money, there were a lot of travel days but everything we did was worth it
    Traveled in August 2022
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    Thank you for your review. We're delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to travelling with you again in the future.
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    Haley5.0July 2018
    Abel is the best! Probably my favourite trip so far!
    Traveled in June 2018

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    Sonia

    Asked on October 31st, 2025

    Is it possible to extend the final payment due date? I have a wedding in May and would like to extend payment to the end of May.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2025

      Final payment is typically due 60 days prior to departure. Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.

    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2025

      For the departure from 18 July to 04 August 2026, the total cost for a single room is €5,390.00, which includes the intra-tour flight. The final payment is due by 19 May 2026.

    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2025

      We are unable to extend the final payment deadline for this Contiki South American Explorer tour. This is due to contractual obligations with our suppliers, which require all payments to be finalized 60 days prior to departure.

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    Erika

    Asked on March 10th, 2025

    What activities are included in the tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2025

      The tour includes various activities listed in your itinerary; please check your documents for specifics.

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    Paulus

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      Availability for tour dates can be checked by visiting our website or contacting us directly.

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      For any booking inquiries or concerns, you can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button.

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    Mirjam

    Asked on November 20th, 2024

    Can dietary needs be accommodated during the tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, let us know your dietary requirements, and we will do our best to accommodate them during the tour.

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    Heinz

    Asked on November 13th, 2024

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      If requested, arrangements can be made for travelers to share accommodations. Notify us if you prefer a shared room.

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    What meals are provided during the tour?

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      Breakfast is included with all pre and post nights, while other meals will be outlined in your itinerary.

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    Jessica

    Asked on July 30th, 2024

    My adult children (22,26.28) & I would like a holiday together. I would like to go on a this tour, one where there are not just older people, so they can enjoy some fun times/nights with others aswell. I am over 18- 49 bracket, capable & with no health concerns. I am a residential Youth worker so I am use to a variety of young children & appreciate the difference.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten July 2024

      For this trip, the age range is strict at 18 to 35. This is a youth tour and all travelers are between this age range.

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    Danièle

    Asked on July 5th, 2024

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      We highly recommend obtaining travel insurance to cover any unforeseen events during your trip.

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    Jaimy

    Asked on May 22nd, 2024

    Can I bring large luggage on the train to Machu Picchu?

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      Large pieces of luggage are not permitted on the train to Machu Picchu. Travelers should carry only what they can manage themselves.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Argentina.Brazil.Peru.Uruguay. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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