Itinerary
- Day 1
Rio de Janeiro
You'll meet your tour director at 3:30 pm for a scenic drive along Ipanema and Copacabana beaches heading toward Sugarloaf Mountain. A cable car takes you up to catch the city views, and you'll toast the start of your trip with a traditional caipirinha cocktail at a private gathering on top.
Included Activities
- Drive along Ipanema and Copacabana beaches
- Cable car ascent to Sugarloaf Mountain summit
- Cocktail party with traditional caipirinha at Sugarloaf Mountain
Landmarks Sugarloaf Mountain Ipanema Beach Copacabana Beach 
- Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
This morning you'll take the cog railway up Corcovado Mountain to see the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue and get 360-degree views of Rio. After that, head downtown to check out the Sambodromo and Cathedral. Later you'll have free time to explore on your own, then experience Brazilian culture at a churrascaria for a traditional barbecued meat dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Churrascaria feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in Brazilian style)
Included Activities
- Cog railway ascent to Corcovado Mountain
- Visit Christ the Redeemer statue
- Drive past downtown Rio landmarks
- View of Sambodromo
- Visit Cathedral
- Dinner at churrascaria with traditional Brazilian barbecued meats
Landmarks Christ the Redeemer Corcovado Mountain Sambodromo Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro - Day 3
Rio de Janeiro
You have the entire day to yourself to explore Rio however you'd like. Relax on the famous beaches, shop at boutiques, or try dining at fine restaurants. There's an optional excursion available to Petropolis, the mountain resort and former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II, which you can purchase if interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Petropolis (mountain resort and former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II) - $51-$100 USD
- Day 4
Rio de Janeiro to Iguassu Falls
You'll fly from Rio to Iguassu Falls today. Once you arrive, head into Brazil's Iguassu National Park on the Brazilian side to see the 2-mile-wide waterfalls with cataracts reaching up to 250 feet high. Your local guide will walk you through this natural spectacle.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Iguassu National Park (Brazilian side)
- Viewing of Iguassu Falls panorama
Optional Activities
- Bird Park excursion near Iguassu Falls - approximately 2h 30m - $50 USD and under
Landmarks Iguassu Falls Iguassu National Park 
- Day 5
Iguassu Falls - Argentine Side
You'll cross the border into Argentina to see Iguassu Falls from the Argentine side. Take the ecological jungle train and walk along catwalks positioned over the Devil's Throat where 14 waterfalls plunge over 300 feet. Then explore the lower falls trails through the rainforest for closer views of the smaller cataracts. The rest of your day is free.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Motorcoach transfer across Brazilian border to Argentine side
- Ecological Jungle Train ride
- Walking tour of Iguassu Falls (Argentine side)
- Walk through rainforest on lower falls trails
- Return motorcoach transfer to hotel
Landmarks Iguassu National Park (Argentine side) Devil's Throat - Day 6
Iguassu Falls to Buenos Aires
You'll cross into Argentina and transfer to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. After arriving in this elegant European-style city, take an orientation walk discovering the wide boulevards and outdoor café culture that earned Buenos Aires the nickname 'Paris of South America.'
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Motorcoach transfer across border to Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport
- Orientation walk of Buenos Aires featuring wide boulevards and outdoor cafés
Landmarks Buenos Aires 
- Day 7
Buenos Aires
Start in La Boca, the vibrant historic port district, then explore San Telmo with its colonial buildings and artistic heritage. Visit Plaza de Mayo to see the President's Pink House and Metropolitan Cathedral. Pass by the Teatro Colón opera house, then visit Recoleta Cemetery where Eva Perón is buried. You'll take a hands-on empanada cooking class, then have free time before an evening tango experience. Later learn Argentine tango techniques at a local milonga, then celebrate with a farewell dinner of Argentine steaks and a professional tango show.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner featuring Argentine steaks and other local specialties)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of La Boca district
- Tour of San Telmo district
- Visit to Plaza de Mayo
- View of La Casa Rosada (President's Pink House)
- Visit to Metropolitan Cathedral
- Drive past Teatro Colón opera house
- Visit to Recoleta Cemetery
- Empanada cooking class with Malbec wine
- Tango lesson at local milonga (tango house)
- Farewell dinner featuring Argentine steaks and local specialties
- Tango Show with professional dancers
Landmarks La Boca San Telmo Plaza de Mayo La Casa Rosada Metropolitan Cathedral Teatro Colón Recoleta Cemetery - Day 8
Buenos Aires - Estancia Day Trip
You'll head into the pampas grasslands to experience life at a working Argentine estancia (ranch). You'll receive a traditional welcome with empanadas and local beverages, then take a carriage ride through the pampas to learn about gaucho cowboy lifestyle. Lunch features authentic Argentine beef, salad, and desserts with live gaucho music and dance. The day finishes with an equestrian demonstration by the gauchos before you return to the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic feast at estancia with world-renowned Argentine beef, salad, desserts, and live music and dance by gauchos)
Included Activities
- Traditional welcome at estancia with empanadas and local beverages
- Carriage ride through the pampas
- Authentic estancia lunch with Argentine beef, salad, and desserts
- Live gaucho music and dance performance
- Equestrian demonstration by gauchos
- Day 9
Buenos Aires to Bariloche
You'll fly south to Bariloche in Patagonia on the shores of Lago Nahuel Huapi in Argentina's Lake District. After arriving in the early evening, join your tour director for a leisurely stroll through the Swiss-style town. You'll see the city hall, clock tower in Municipality Square, and the famous chocolate factories.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Leisurely walking tour of Bariloche
- View of city hall
- View of clock tower in Municipality Square
- Visit to chocolate factories
Landmarks Lago Nahuel Huapi Bariloche - Day 10
Bariloche
Today you'll explore the alpine scenery of this Patagonian resort. A 7-minute chairlift ride takes you up Cerro Campanario at 3,400 feet for sweeping views of snow-capped mountains, glacial lakes, and forests. Then take a leisurely drive around Llao Llao Peninsula, Lago Moreno, and Lopez Bay before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Chairlift ride to Cerro Campanario lookout point
- Guided sightseeing tour
- Scenic drive around Llao Llao Peninsula
- Scenic drive around Lago Moreno
- Scenic drive around Lopez Bay
- Lunch at local restaurant
Landmarks Cerro Campanario Llao Llao Peninsula Lago Moreno - Day 11
Bariloche - Puerto Blest - Puerto Varas
You'll spend the full day on an Andes Lake Crossing from Argentina into Chile. Board a boat and cruise across Lago Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Blest, then transfer by motorcoach through emerald lakes and thick pine forests. Watch for snow-capped Andes peaks and the Osorno Volcano as you cross Lago Todos los Santos by catamaran. Skirt the southern shore of Lago Llanquihue to reach Puerto Varas, a charming lakeside resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Boat cruise across Lago Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Blest
- Motorcoach transfer through national parks and mountain scenery
- Catamaran crossing of Lago Todos los Santos
- Scenic drive around Lago Llanquihue
- Lunch included
Landmarks Lago Nahuel Huapi Puerto Blest Osorno Volcano Lago Todos los Santos Lago Llanquihue Puerto Varas 
- Day 12
Puerto Varas - Puerto Montt - Santiago
Visit the nearby seaport of Puerto Montt in Chilean Patagonia, walking through the harbor with its fishing vessels and the busy waterfront with seafood stalls at the Angelmo market. Then transfer to the airport for your flight north to Santiago, a vibrant capital city between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning tour of Puerto Montt seaport
- Visit to Angelmó local market with fresh seafood and other local goods
Landmarks Puerto Montt Angelmó Market 
- Day 13
Santiago
Your local guide leads a comprehensive city tour of Santiago's history and heritage. You'll begin at La Moneda, the official Government Palace, then visit Plaza de Armas, the main square, with its 18th-century cathedral. Lunch at a local restaurant includes a glass of regional wine. After returning to your hotel, the evening is free, and your tour director will have recommendations for activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant with regional wine)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour
- Visit to La Moneda (Government Palace)
- Visit to Plaza de Armas
- Visit to 18th-century cathedral
- Lunch at local restaurant with regional wine
Optional Activities
- Explore Barrio Bellavista with trendy restaurants, bars, discos, and street art
- Chilean Folkloric Show & Dinner - 3h - $51-$100 USD
- Undurraga Winery - 3h - $51-$100 USD
Landmarks La Moneda Plaza de Armas Santiago Cathedral - Day 14
Santiago
You have the day free for independent exploration and activities in Santiago. Consider taking an optional excursion to the beautiful coastal region west of Santiago, visiting the historic port of Valparaiso and nearby Viña del Mar if interested. Tonight your tour director hosts a special farewell dinner to celebrate your touring adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner hosted by Tour Director
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar - 6h 30m - $51-$100 USD
Landmarks Valparaiso Viña del Mar - Day 15
Santiago to Easter Island
You'll transfer to the airport and fly from Santiago to Easter Island, known as the world's largest open-air museum with over 400 moai statues, ruins, and temples. A Globus representative will meet you upon arrival and transfer you to your hotel for a free evening. Note that the tour director doesn't accompany guests on extensions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
- Guided service as outlined in day-by-day itinerary
Landmarks Easter Island 
- Day 16
Easter Island
You'll explore the mysterious moai statues on a private tour. Visit Ahu Vaihu where eight large moai lie in ruins, then continue to Ahu Akahanga, the legendary burial site of Easter Island's first king. At Rano Raraku quarry, you'll see 394 statues in various stages of completion showing how moai were carved from volcanic rock. Visit Ahu Tongariki with 15 beautifully restored moai, then see the largest moai ever transported at Ahu Te Pito Kura. End at Anakena Beach where the first king landed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Private tour of Ahu Vaihu
- Visit to Ahu Akahanga
- Tour of Rano Raraku quarry
- Visit to Ahu Tongariki
- Visit to Ahu Te Pito Kura
- Visit to Anakena Beach
- Lunch included
Landmarks Ahu Vaihu Ahu Akahanga Rano Raraku Ahu Tongariki Ahu Te Pito Kura Anakena Beach - Day 17
Easter Island
Start your day at Rano Kau Volcano, where you'll see the freshwater crater lake sitting inside the volcanic cone. The views from up here stretch across the island and out to the ocean. After that, head to Ana Te Pahu to walk through ancient lava tube dwellings carved right into the rock. These caves give you a real sense of how people lived here centuries ago. Later, make your way to Vinapu to check out the ceremonial platforms and the restored moai statues scattered across the site. Finish your afternoon at the Tahai ceremonial complex where you'll learn about the Birdman Competition, an ancient ritual that was central to the island's culture. By evening you'll have covered the major archaeological and volcanic highlights in one full day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Rano Kau Volcano with caldera and freshwater lake
- Explore Ana Te Pahu lava tube with archaeological remains
- Visit Vinapu ceremonial platform with moai and pukao remains
- Visit Tahai ceremonial complex with three restored platforms
- Hear the legend of The Birdman Competition at Tahai sacred site
Landmarks Rano Kau Volcano Ana Te Pahu Vinapu Tahai - Day 18
Easter Island to Santiago
You'll transfer to the airport and return to Santiago for a final night in Chile. Spend the time relaxing or exploring the city's vibrant nightlife with restaurants, bars, and cafes. Your GlobusGO mobile app has maps and tips available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
- Day 19
Santiago
Your vacation ends this morning with breakfast. Safe travels until we meet again.
- Meals
- Breakfast
