20D17N Highlights Of South America from Chan Brothers Travel

Highlights:

TOUR CODE: HSA20H

BRAZIL
SAO PAULO
- Paulista Avenue
- Liberdade
- Ibirapuera Park
- Cathedral Square
- Trianon Park
- Museum of Art of Sao Paulo
- Monument to the Bandeiras


RIO DE JANEIRO
- Brazilian dance show
- Corcovado Mountain with cogwheel train ride
- Christ the Redeemer
- Laranjeiras
- Guanabara Palace Hotel
- Santa Teresa with tram ride
- Sugarloaf Mountain with cable car ride


PARANA
- Iguazu Falls


ARGENTINA
MISIONES
Iguazu Falls

BUENOS AIRES
- San Telmo
- Estadio Monumental stadium
- Plaza de Mayo
- Casa Rosada
- Avenida 9 de Julio
- Avenida Corrientes
- Recoleta Cemetery
- La Boca
- Caminito
- Tango show and dinner


TIGRE
- Parana Delta with panoramic catamara ride


PERU
LIMA
- Parque del Amor
- Huaca Pucllana
- Cathedral of Lima
- Convent of Santo Domingo
- Government Palace
- City Hall
- San Francisco Church and Convent
- Park ofthe Reserve with Magical Water Tour


CUSCO
- Plaza de Armas
- San Pedro local market
- Koricancha
- San Blas
- Folklore show and dinner


MACHU PICCHU
- 360º Machu Picchu Train ride
- House of the High Priest
- Scared Plaza
- Intihuatana


OROPESA
- Tipon
- Piquillacta
- Andahuaylillas


LAKE TITCACA
- Uros floating islands

- Amentani Island
- Taquile Island


CHILE
SANTIAGO
- La Moneda Palace
- Plaza de Armas
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago
- Central Post Office
- City Hall


VALPARAISO
- Plaza Sotomayor
- Palacio Lyon
- Stock Exchange


VINA DEL MAR
- Quinta Vergara
- Palacio Carrasco
- Flower Clock

20D17N Highlights Of South America

From $12288 SGD

Singapore – Sao Paulo

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Sao Paulo, the largest city in Brazil. Upon arrival, enjoy a rejuvenating rest at your hotel.

Meals: Meals On Board/Dinner

Sao Paulo – Rio De Janeiro

After breakfast, embark on a city tour in Sao Paulo to visit Paulista Avenue passing by Casa das Rosas, B3 stock exchange building, Municipal Theatre and the posh residential district of Morumbi. Continue to explore the neighbourhood of Liberdade before heading to Ibirapuera Park, Cathedral Square and Trianon Park. Next, stop at Museum of Art of Sao Paulo and Monument to the Bandeiras to snap some photographs. Thereafter, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival, experience Brazilian culture firsthand with a Brazilian dance show.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Rio De Janeiro

This morning, enjoy a 20-minute cogwheel train ride atop the 748-metre-high Corcovado Mountain. Do not forget to enjoy a close look at the lush tropical vegetation and scenic views of the city and beaches as the train brings you closer to the peak. Upon arrival, get ready to be blown away as you approach the steps leading up to the famed Christ the Redeemer, also known as the Wonder of Rio. Spend some time perfecting that Instagram-worthy shot and revel in the stunning views of the imposing statue and the entire harbour below you. In the afternoon, visit Laranjeiras, a laid-back residential neighbourhood filled with numerous old buildings and shops, Guanabara Palace Hotel, with its elegant architecture, and the hilly cobblestone streets of Santa Teresa, where will enjoy a tram ride on Rio’s last surviving tram line.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Rio De Janeiro – Iguazu Falls

After breakfast, take a cable car ride atop Sugarloaf Mountain, one the most iconic attractions in Rio de Janeiro. Situated at the mouth of Guanabara Bay on a peninsula that sticks out into the Atlantic Ocean and rising 396 metres above the harbour, the peak is also known worldwide for its panoramic views of the entire city. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Iguazu Falls, located in the state of Parana.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Iguazu Falls

Start your day by crossing the border to the Argentine province of Misiones and embark on your discovery of Iguazu Falls on the Argentine side. One of the 7 natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the majestic waterfalls strings along the border of 3 countries – Argentina, Brazil and Argentina – offering more than 270 cascading waterfalls amidst towering cliffs and picturesque islets all scattered in a half-moon shape. Start your exploration by following the Upper Circuit to reach the popular Devil’s Throat, one of the highest waterfalls, and be surprised by a strategic viewpoint where you can take in the glory of this work of nature. Then, walk along the river canyon to appreciate the myriad of flora and fauna.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Iguazu Falls – Lima

Today, visit the Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls. Here, you will walk over the catwalks for great photo opportunities of Devil’s Throat and the rest of the falls, and if you are lucky, you may even encounter beautiful rainbows as your backdrop. Thereafter, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima, the capital of Peru. Upon arrival, enjoy a rejuvenating rest at your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch

Lima

This morning, embark on a city tour of ancient and modern Lima. Begin your sightseeing at the Gaudi-style Parque del Amor, also known as Love Park. Here, you will be able to enjoy a beautiful view of Lima Bay. Next, head over to Huaca Pucllana, a famous ceremonial centre built before the Spaniards arrived. Next, take in other important landmarks such as Plaza Mayor, Government Palace and City Hall. Thereafter, continue to Lima Cathedral and Convent of Santo Domingo, a place which holds the remains of 2 of the major saints of the city – Santa Rosa de Lima and San Martin de Porres. View the exterior of San Francisco Church and Convent before you visit Park of the Reserve with its stunning Magical Water Tour. This water circuit holds the Guinness World Records for the largest fountain complex in the world displaying a total of 13 distinct fountains. All the fountains are illuminated at night, many with continuously changing colour schemes. A colourful laser light programme synchronised with classical and Peruvian music makes the fountains sparkle and shine as the water flows in unique patterns and shapes.
Note
Magical Water Tour operates on Tuesdays to Sundays and public holidays from 3 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Lima – Cusco

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, embark on the city tour of Cusco starting at the main square, Plaza de Armas before visiting the San Pedro local market to learn more about the variety of Peruvian fruits, vegetables, spices and other local produce. Next, make your way through little alleys that are edged with Incan walls to Koricancha, a famous temple dedicated to the Sun God. This religious site was used by the Spaniards as a basis for the construction of the Catholic church, Santo Domingo. Thereafter, you have the opportunity to buy interesting souvenirs and crafts in the picturesque district of San Blas. Tonight, enjoy an entertaining folklore show and dinner, in which you can dine and watch traditional Peruvian performances at the same time.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Folklore Show And Dinner

Cusco – Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Cusco

After breakfast, hop aboard the 360º Machu Picchu Train and journey through the lush Sacred Valley. Do not forget to marvel at the stunning landscape through the wide and tall panoramic windows throughout your journey. After disembarking the train, continue on a bus ride to reach the famous Machu Picchu, romantically known as the Lost City of the Incas. Upon arrival, catch your breath and commence on a memorable visit of this wonder of the world, which includes unmissable sights such as House of the High Priest, Sacred Plaza and Intihuatana. Return to Cusco for your overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Cusco – Oropesa – Puno

This morning, depart early for Puno, located on the shore of Lake Titicaca and regarded as the folklore capital of the Americas. Enjoy the view of snowcapped mountains as your journey takes you through several picturesque Andean towns. En route, stop at Oropesa and visit the archaeological complex of Tipon, which showcases the brilliance of Inca’s hydraulic engineering feats in ancient times. The complex is formed by terraces, channels and aqueducts which are still in use today. Continue to Piquillacta, a site that possesses well-preserved terraces and archaeological remains of a pre-Inca civilisation called the Wari. Next, stop in the district of Andahuaylillas and admire its beautiful church, considered by some as the Sistine Chapel of South America because of the amazing beauty of the frescos that decorate it. Upon arrival in Puno, enjoy a rejuvenating rest at your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast/Packed Lunch/Dinner

Puno – Uros Islands – Amantani Island

This morning, visit the Uros floating islands, whose people are considered as the oldest inhabitants of the Andean Plateau. Next, visit Amantani, an island located on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca comprising a handful of villages of about 800 families living along the peaks of Pachatata and Pachamama. Long and ancient stone walls mark the fields and terraces of different communities, and cows, sheep, and alpacas graze the hillsides, creating a picturesque backdrop for plenty of memorable photographs. In the afternoon, enjoy the opportunity to learn more about the history of this region from the local community. Tonight, experience more of the local culture with an overnight stay at a local accommodation, which has been created by the locals to host visitors.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Amantani Island – Taquile Island – Puno

After breakfast, head to Taquile Island, a tiny island with a population of about 2,000 people. Inhabited for thousands of years, its residents are fiercely proud of their ancient customs and maintain a zealous sense of group identity. After visiting the archaeological remains of the city and marvelling at the surrounding views of clear waters and imposing mountains, you will have the chance to experience their unique culture through an interactive session with the local community. Return to Puno for your overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Puno – Lima – Santiago

This morning, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight back to Lima. Upon arrival, proceed for your flight to Santiago, the capital and the largest city of Chile. Upon arrival, enjoy a rejuvenating rest at your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Santiago

Start your city tour at La Moneda Palace to view the impressive courtyard and façade of the headquarters of the Chile government. Next, head to Plaza de Armas, the main square of Santiago, followed by Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago, Central Post Office and City Hall.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Santiago – Valparaiso – Vina Del Mar – Santiago

Today, travel to the port city of Valparaiso, where the main commercial port and the National Congress of Chile are located. The city is filled with multicoloured houses on its hills and parks and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003. Explore the city’s many attractions such as Plaza Sotomayor, an important civic square, Palacio Lyon, the Stock Exchange building and other historical buildings. Next, continue to Vina del Mar, also known as the Garden City. Upon arrival, visit Quinta Vergara, Palacio Carrasco and the famous Flower Clock. Return to Santiago for your overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Buenos Aires – Tigre – Buenos Aires

After breakfast, proceed to Tigre. En route, pass by the neighbourhood parks and the beautiful buildings of Palermo, the biggest neighbourhood of the Argentine capital. You will also get to pay a visit to the legendary Estadio Monumental stadium, home to the celebrated River Plate football team and the biggest football stadium in the country. Upon arrival in Tigre, enjoy a panoramic catamaran ride and cruise along Parana Delta to admire the beautiful green islands and the leafy vegetation. Tonight, enjoy an entertaining tango show and dinner at one of the famous tango houses in the city.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/ Tango Show And Dinner

Santiago – Buenos Aires

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina. Upon arrival, proceed to visit San Telmo, the oldest neighbourhood of Buenos Aires peppered with well-preserved colonial buildings, charming cafes, tango parlours and antique shops. Spend your time to explore the neighbourhood at your leisure and hang out with locals, artists, buskers and musicians on the cobblestone streets.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Buenos Aires – Singapore

This morning, embark on a city tour of Buenos Aires and discover the city’s popular landmarks such as Plaza de Mayo, the political hub of Buenos Aires, and home to Casa Rosada, the city’s iconic pink governmental office of the Argentine president. Next, discover Avenida 9 de Julio, one of the widest avenues in the world. Continue to the other main avenues of Buenos Aires – Avenida Corrientes, known as the entertainment centre, and Avenida de Mayo, which has a strong Spanish influence. Thereafter, proceed to Recoleta, one of the city’s most glamorous spots. Pay a visit to Recoleta Cemetery, founded in 1822 and one of the oldest cemeteries in Buenos Aires. Many of Argentina’s national heroes and well-known personalities are buried here including the famous Evita Peron. Continue to the old port of La Boca and the colourful street museum of Caminito, where local painters offer their tango paintings for sale and locals sway passionately to the beats of tango on the streets. Thereafter, transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Meals On Board

Cross International Date Line

Cross International Date Line

Arrive In Singapore

Arrive In Singapore

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20D17N Highlights Of South America

From $12288 SGD

Agency: Chan Brothers Travel

20D17N Highlights Of South America

From $12288 SGD

Agency: Chan Brothers Travel