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Best of South America with Belmond Andean Explorer Train Rio de Janeiro → Arequipa (2028)

23 days
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From Rio de Janeiro to Arequipa
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  • Aerial panorama of the Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro’s coastline, Sugarloaf Mountain and blue Atlantic waters.
  • Historic cathedral framed by tall palm trees with snow-capped volcano rising behind under a clear blue sky.
  • Classic overlook of Machu Picchu ruins surrounded by steep green peaks as visitors gather on a ridge in warm daylight.
  • High-angle coastal panorama of Lima’s Miraflores cliffs, modern skyline and Pacific shoreline with rolling surf.
  • Neoclassical Argentine Congress building with green dome standing at the end of a manicured public square on a bright clear day.
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  • Thunderous multi-tiered Iguazu Falls cascade into a misty gorge where a small speedboat braves the swirling water below.

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 24
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Rio de Janeiro

    Rio de Janeiro
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copacabana Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner at hotel
    Landmarks
    Copacabana Beach
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Rio de Janeiro

    Rio de Janeiro
    Meals
    Lunch (Brazil's delicious barbecue fare at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copacabana Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer
    • Brazilian barbecue lunch at local restaurant
    • Cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain summit
    • Sunset drink at Sugarloaf Mountain
    Landmarks
    Christ the Redeemer
    Corcovado
    Sugarloaf Mountain
  3. Day 3

    Rio de Janeiro

    Rio de Janeiro
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copacabana Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - Jeep Tour of Tijuca National Park
    • Freedom of Choice - Guanabara Bay Boat Tour
    Landmarks
    Tijuca National Park
    Guanabara Bay
  4. Day 4

    Rio de Janeiro to Iguazú Falls

    Rio de Janeiro to Iguazú Falls
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Iguazú Falls)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Iguazú Falls
    • Panoramic views and walk between viewing platforms on Brazilian side
    • Freedom of Choice - Jet Boat Safari at Iguazú Falls
    • Freedom of Choice - Helicopter Ride over Iguazú Falls
    • Signature Experience stay at Gran Melia Iguazú
    Landmarks
    Iguazú Falls
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Iguazú Falls

    Iguazú Falls
    Meals
    Dinner (Sommelier-led wine tasting with cheese pairings featuring wines from different Argentine regions)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Iguazú Falls)

    Included Activities

    • Rainforest Ecological Train exploration
    • Walkways and viewpoints on Argentine side
    • Walkway to Devil's Throat
    • Signature Experience - Wine Tasting with cheese pairings
    Landmarks
    Iguazú Falls
    Devil's Throat
  6. Day 6

    Iguazú Falls to Buenos Aires

    Iguazú Falls to Buenos Aires
    Meals
    Dinner (Tango demonstration accompanied by a selection of authentic tapas)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Buenos Aires)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Buenos Aires
    • Transfer to hotel in Recoleta
    • Signature Experience - Tango Demonstration and Tapas
    Landmarks
    Recoleta
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Buenos Aires)

    Included Activities

    • Guided discovery of Buenos Aires
    • Exploration of La Boca neighbourhood
    • Exploration of Palermo district
    • Visit to La Recoleta Cemetery

    Optional Activities

    • Freedom of Choice Dining - Fogón Asado (Argentine barbecue tradition)
    • Freedom of Choice Dining - Fervor (old-world steakhouse)
    • Freedom of Choice Dining - Dinner and Tango Show (tango show with Argentine dishes)
    Landmarks
    La Boca
    Palermo
    La Recoleta Cemetery
  8. Day 8

    Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Buenos Aires)

    Included Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - Tigre Cruise along Paraná Delta rivers and canals
    • Freedom of Choice - Parisian Walking Tour (Plaza San Martín, Plazoleta Pellegrini, and more)
    • Freedom of Choice - Teatro Colón Tour
    Landmarks
    Tigre
    Paraná Delta
    Plaza San Martín
    Teatro Colón
  9. Day 9

    Buenos Aires to Santiago

    Buenos Aires to Santiago
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Ritz-Carlton)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Santiago
    • Transfer to hotel
    • Dinner
    Landmarks
    Andes Mountains
  10. Day 10

    Santiago

    Santiago
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Ritz-Carlton)

    Included Activities

    • Guided discovery of Santiago

    Optional Activities

    • Freedom of Choice Dining - Liguria Lastarria (Chilean cuisine including empanadas, Chilean-style tuna tartare, pichanga with cocktails, wine and beer)
    • Freedom of Choice Dining - Ambrosia (blend of Chilean and French cuisine including ceviche)
  11. Day 11

    Santiago to Valparaíso

    Santiago to Valparaíso
    Meals
    Lunch (Authentic lunch at a local vineyard)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Ritz-Carlton)

    Included Activities

    • Travel to Valparaíso
    • Signature Experience - Valparaíso Funicular Ride and historic quarter exploration
    • Lunch at local vineyard
    • Return to Santiago
    Landmarks
    Valparaíso
  12. Day 12

    Santiago to Lima

    Santiago to Lima
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Lima
    • Transfer to hotel
    • Dinner and meet fellow travellers
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 13

    Lima

    Lima
    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional fare at private hacienda)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores)

    Included Activities

    • Guided discovery of Lima's World Heritage-listed historic centre
    • Signature Experience - Peruvian Paso Horse Show at private hacienda
    • Traditional lunch at hacienda
    • Visit to Pachacamac ruins
    Landmarks
    Lima Historic Centre
    Pachacamac
  14. Day 14

    Lima to Sacred Valley

    Lima to Sacred Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch at Hacienda Sarapampa working corn farm)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Tambo del Inka)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Cusco
    • Travel to Sacred Valley
    • Signature Experience - Hacienda Sarapampa farm visit and farm-to-table lunch
    • Transfer to hotel
    Landmarks
    Cusco
    Sacred Valley
  15. Day 15

    Sacred Valley - Maras and Moray

    Sacred Valley - Maras and Moray
    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional lunch with views of the Andes mountains and surrounding valleys), Dinner (Delectable dinner at hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Tambo del Inka)

    Included Activities

    • Signature Experience - Traditional Weaving Demonstration with Misminay community
    • Traditional lunch with views of Andes mountains and surrounding valleys
    • Guided exploration of Sacred Valley
    • Signature Experience - Visit to Salt Mines of Maras
    • Signature Experience - Visit to Moray archaeological site
    • Dinner at hotel
    Landmarks
    Misminay
    Salt Mines of Maras
    Moray
  16. Day 16

    Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu

    Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu
    Meals
    Lunch (Gourmet Andean-inspired lunch on board Inca Rail First Class train), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Signature Experience - Inca Rail First Class Machu Picchu Train journey
    • Gourmet Andean-inspired lunch on board train
    • Locally guided exploration of Machu Picchu
    • Dinner at hotel
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Aguas Calientes
    Itinerary Image 1
  17. Day 17

    Machu Picchu to Cusco

    Machu Picchu to Cusco
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (JW Marriott El Convento Cusco or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Free time in Aguas Calientes
    • PeruRail Vistadome train return journey
    • Lunch at local restaurant
    • Transfer to Cusco by coach
    Landmarks
    Cusco
  18. Day 18

    Cusco

    Cusco
    Meals
    Dinner (Farewell dinner at MAP Café, located in the central courtyard of the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (JW Marriott El Convento Cusco or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided discovery of Cusco
    • Visit to Plaza de Armas
    • Freedom of Choice - Peruvian Cooking Class
    • Freedom of Choice - Sacsayhuamán Citadel Visit
    • Farewell dinner at MAP Café
    Landmarks
    Plaza de Armas
    Sacsayhuamán
    Museum of Pre-Columbian Art
  19. Day 19

    Cusco to Belmond Andean Explorer Train

    Cusco to Belmond Andean Explorer Train
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Belmond Andean Explorer Train)

    Included Activities

    • Signature Experience - Belmond Andean Explorer Rail Journey (two-night luxury sleeper train)
    • Beautifully appointed cabins
    • Refined Peruvian cuisine crafted by acclaimed chefs
    • Cocktails and live music in Piano Bar Car
    • Onboard spa treatments
    Landmarks
    Peruvian Highlands
  20. Day 20

    Belmond Andean Explorer Train

    Belmond Andean Explorer Train
    Meals
    Breakfast (Sumptuous breakfast on board train)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Belmond Andean Explorer Train)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise viewing for early risers
    • Sumptuous breakfast on board
    • Exploration of Lake Titicaca
    Landmarks
    Lake Titicaca
  21. Day 21

    Belmond Andean Explorer Train to Arequipa

    Belmond Andean Explorer Train to Arequipa
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch on board train), Snack (Tasting of local beverages paired with ocopa arequipeña)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa Andina Premium Arequipa)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Sumbay Caves with ancient rock paintings
    • Lunch on board train
    • Arrival in Arequipa
    • Tasting of local beverages paired with ocopa arequipeña
    Landmarks
    Sumbay Caves
    Arequipa
    Itinerary Image 1
  22. Day 22

    Arequipa

    Arequipa
    Meals
    Dinner (Special dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa Andina Premium Arequipa)

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Arequipa
    • Visit to World Heritage-listed city centre
    • Visit to Santa Catalina Monastery
    • Special dinner
    Landmarks
    Arequipa Historic Centre
    Santa Catalina Monastery
  23. Day 23

    Depart Arequipa

    Depart Arequipa
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Copacabana Palace

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  • Iguazú Falls

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  • Buenos Aires

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    Days 19, 20

  • Casa Andina Premium Arequipa

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    Days 21, 22

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