Ultimate South America - 19 Days / 18 Nights

Brazil, Argentina and Peru


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  • Inclusions
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  • Price
  • Hotel Details
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Day 1 : Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Welcome to spectacular Rio de Janeiro, host to the upcoming Summer Olympics in 2016! Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our local representative and transferred to your hotel . After Check in , settle into your hotel and meet your Tour Director, who will have pointers for your free time exploration.

Day 2 : Rio De Janeiro (B,D)

Guided sightseeing begins with a drive along Rio’s famed Leblon, Ipanema, and Copacabana Beaches. Take the cog railway 2,300 feet up to the summit of CORCOVADO to view the Christ the Redeemer statue and enjoy 360-degree views of Guanabara Bay and the bustling city below. Your afternoon is free to explore. Perhaps join an optional excursion to a favela for a glimpse into the life of these colorful communities that nearly 25% of the people call home. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a welcome dinner at a local Churrascaria.

Day 3 : Rio De Janeiro(B)

A free day in Rio allows you to relax on one of the beaches or take an optional excursion to the historic city of Petropolis. Tonight, opt for a fun outing to see a fiery samba show.

Day 4 : Rio De Janeiro / Iguassu Falls (B,D)

Fly to Iguassu Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. Journey to the Brazilian side of the FALLS to see the 275 waterfalls cascading over a precipice almost two miles wide and 250 feet deep. Walk into Devil’s Throat Canyon, where clouds of mist, a thundering roar, and 180-degree rainbows surround you—an unforgettable experience!

Day 5 : Iguassu Falls (B)

Cross the border for a visit of the Argentine side of the FALLS. Begin with a short ride on the open-air ECOLOGICAL JUNGLE TRAIN through the surrounding rainforest. A series of boardwalks takes you above the falls for a look over the edge to see the water crashing down below into the Devil’s Throat. This afternoon you may opt to visit the Bird Park, home to many species of indigenous birds as well as flora from the area.

Day 6 : Iguassu Falls / Buenos Aires, Argentina (B)

Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital. After settling into your hotel, an orientation tour familiarizes you with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards, outdoor cafés, and charming shops.

Day 7 : Buenos Aires (B,D)

Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide focuses on the city’s well-known landmarks, including the Colon Opera House and Plaza de Mayo, site of La Casa Rosada (the President's Pink House) and Metropolitan Cathedral. Also visit San Telmo, one of Buenos Aires’ oldest neighborhoods, and RECOLETA CEMETERY, where Eva Peron is buried. End your day with an Argentinean meal,followed by a sensuous TANGO SHOW highlighting this alluring dance so popular here.

Day 8 : Buenos Aires (B)

Today is free for independent activities, or you can take an optional excursion to visit a local estancia (ranch) to experience the life of the gauchos (cowboys) on a traditional Argentine ranch complete with a barbecue lunch.

Day 9 : Buenos Aires / Lima, Peru (B)

Board a flight for Lima, Peru. Heralded as the “City of Kings” by Spanish conquistadors, Lima still carries vestiges of its opulent past with its colonial buildings and world class museums.

Day 10 : Lima (B,D)

Sightseeing today focuses on Lima’s colonial heritage. Founded in 1535, Lima was once the capital of Spain’s South American Empire. Visit the baroque 11th century SAN FRANCISCO MONASTERY, with Spanish and Moorish architecture throughout. Continue to Plaza Mayor, where you will see the Government Palace that houses the presidential palace and was once the home of Francisco Pizarro, founder of Lima and conqueror of Peru. Nearby, see the Cathedral where Pizarro’s remains are buried. The remainder of your day is free to explore on your own. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening.

Day 11 : Lima / Cusco / Sacred Valley (B,L,D)

Fly to Cusco high in the Andes and upon arrival, descend into the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Stop at AWANAKANCHA and learn about the importance of Camelids for Inca cultures. See them up close and learn how their coats are transformed into precious weaving fibers that are then used in ancient weaving techniques still in use today. Continue to your hotel nestled in the peaceful Sacred Valley.

Day 12 : Sacred Valley (B)

Start the day with a visit to OLLANTAYTAMBO and the Inca ruins of the same name. Explore the archaeological site that was the scene of the Inca resistance during the Spanish conquest—the only place ever to resist Spanish attacks. You will see how the temple area at the top of the terraces was the perfect defensive stronghold. Next, visit a LOCAL HOME to experience life in this traditional village which has been remarkably well preserved. Continue to PISAC, a charming village with an infamous INDIAN MARKET, where you have plenty of time to browse the many colorful stalls selling handicrafts ranging from fine alpaca sweaters and blankets to hand-painted vases and sterling silver.

Day 13 : Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu (B,L,D)

Board the VISTADOME train that cuts a path through the picturesque Urubamba Valley bound for Aguas Calientes, the quaint town closest to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Ascend the mountainside through tropical forest to the sacred refuge of MACHU PICCHU. Your guide recounts the many accomplishments of the Incas as you tour the terraced ruins dating back to the 15th century.The ruins went undiscovered for nearly 400 years after they were abandoned when the Inca Empire fell to the Spanish. For this reason, many of the mysteries surrounding Machu Picchu remain to this day.

Day 14 : Machu Picchu / Cusco (B)

Awaken early and use your included second entrance to MACHU PICCHU to see the sunrise over the ruins. Early risers will be awe struck as the sun first illuminates the ruins that are free of crowds. Later, return to Cusco, former capital of the Inca Empire.

Day 15 : Cusco (B,D)

Embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Cusco that focuses on the city that was once the political, military, and cultural epicenter of the Incas. In fact, Inca foundations can still be found in Cusco, with the Spanish baroque structures built on top. Visit the SANTO DOMINGO MONASTERY, where these two forms of architecture are melded together with the temple of both cultures atop one another. Also see the CATHEDRAL in the Plaza de Armas before a visit to the TEMPLE OF SACSAYHUAMAN. Some of the best examples of Inca masonry can be found at this fortress, where stones weighing up to 350 tons are pieced together to form a complex that could house up to 10,000 men. Learn about the ceremonies and battles that took place here on your tour. Also see the ruins of Kenko and Puca Pucara before returning to Cusco.

Day 16 : Cusco / Juliaca / Puno (B)

Fly to Juliaca, then transfer to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Legend says the first Inca, Manco Capac, arose from the waters of the lake by the power of the Sun God to found the Inca Empire.

Day 17 : Puno / Lake Titicaca (B,L,D)

Experience fascinating LAKE TITICACA today as you embark on a motorboat tour of the highest navigable lake in the world and its manmade islands. On TAQUILE ISLAND, see how the local people integrate their Inca and Spanish past. Continue to the UROS FLOATING ISLANDS, a group of approximately 40 artificially made islands. Learn how the Uros Indians construct their islands, homes, boats, and many other resources completely of tortora reed, a centuries-old practice. Enjoy a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Director this evening.

Day 18 : Puno / Juliaca / Lima (B)

Enroute to Juliaca, stop at the pre-Incan burial grounds of SILLUSTANI. See the above-ground tombs, chullpas, in which the Aymara Indians buried their high priests. You will be welcomed into one of the locals’ HOMES for an inside look at life here. Fly to Lima and transfer to your hotel.

Day 19 : Lima (B )

After breakfast, depart for the airport and your return flight home , with fond and magical memories of your holiday.

  • 18 Nights accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis.
  • Domestic flight tickets
  • Daily Hotel Breakfast + 03 Lunches + 08 Dinners
  • Services of a Professional Tour Director
  • Sightseeing tours , transfers in Deluxe Air Conditioned Motor coach
  • Scenic Highlights in Corcovado, Brazilian & Argentine sides of Iguassu Falls, Recoleta Cemetery, Tango Show , Sacred Valley , Macau Picchu and Lake Titicaca.
  • Local Guides for sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires , Lima , Sacred Valley , Macau Picchu , Cusco and Lake Titicaca.
  • International Airfare
  • Tips, Porterage , Gratuities and any personal items.
  • Lunch and other meals not mentioned in itinerary
  • Visa charges.
  • Service Tax.
Person
Price
Adult in Twin
Rupee 3,30,000
Single Room Supplement
Rupee 1,10,000
*Rates valid till March 2016
Place
Hotel Names
RIO DE JANEIRO
Windsor Plaza Copacabana or Sim
IGUASSU FALLS
Recanto Park or Sim
BUENOS AIRES
Dazzler Maipu or Sim
LIMA
San Agustin Exclusive or Sim
SACRED VALLEY
Hotel Inkallpa or Sim
MACHU PICCHU
El Mapi Hotel Machu Picchu or Sim
CUSCO
Jose Antonio Cusco or Sim
PUNO
Eco Inn Puno or Sim
Organization

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Important Notes :

Our packages are individual services and not groups and circuits closed with guides. Only during the regular excursion included in the package the passengers will be guided with a group.

The order of events and places visited can change from the original program due to weather or operational problems and holidays in each country and city, possibility of transport, museums, shows, etc., can change their usual schedules and remain closed without notice.

Services

Air Transport

The packages do not include the price of air transport, unless otherwise mentioned, in “The Package includes”. Airline tickets, when included is issued with the unique contract between the passenger and the air company. The air company is not responsible in any event if the passenger is not on board.

Transfers

As specified in the itinerary, including transport by taxi or minivan or Coach and assistance in most routes. The arrival and departure transfers of packages are made based on dates as per the booking . In the case of loss of connection or last minute changes, the passenger must contact directly and immediately Holidays4u for modification of time of your arrival transfer (two hours before of the time entered) under penalty of losing this service as no show. If client has lost luggage on arrival at the airport, we request to inform one of our representatives (assistant or driver) to wait at the airport. People with special conditions shall notify this request for an appropriate transfer.

Hotels

All hotels offered in our packages were selected between the best of each category and include daily breakfast and taxes. If availability does not exist for a specific hotel mentioned, similar hotels will be used. If guests want a specific hotel, in another location and different from those used in the packages, you can request during the booking and the confirmation is subject to availability and appropriate supplement.

Keeping in mind the itinerary, we take great care to select the locations of hotels, which are chosen both for their comfort and value for money. Due to conventions and trade fairs, etc in the cities the hotels may be blocked out more than 2 years in advance. In view of this, you may have to stay in hotels further away from the cities and itineraries may have to be amended / altered. All hotels are twin bedded (in Europe) and in keeping with European standards are comparatively small. Single rooms are much smaller than twin-bedded rooms. General check in time is usually 2 p.m. and check out time is usually 12 Noon ., early check-in and late check-out is subject to availability unless pre-paid and booked in advance.

Any damage caused to the hotel property by you will have to be paid by you directly to the hotel and we would not be responsible and / or liable for the same.

“All clients will be expected to pay a deposit to the hotels, as per hotel policy upon check in. This is mainly for extras/damages etc. Should there be no costs involved; the same will be refunded to the client. Suggest not to pay deposit by debit or credit cards. This policy cannot be waived & must be complied by all clients ”

Accomodation

On Double occupancy, double beds in hotel rooms are not subject to confirmation, only offered to the guests subject to availability on the day of check in. On triple occupancy, mostly, is made from the double room with an additional bed. A double room has a queen-size bed and a twin room has two separate beds. Requests for double rooms will be subject to availability and in cases when a double is not available, we will provide you with a twin room. We recommend a maximum of only three persons in one room. Triple rooms are usually no larger than twin rooms and the third bed is often a rollaway bed or cot placed in a twin room. Modern facilities such as attached toilets with showers / bathtubs are provided. The prices for single occupancy is for individual rooms.

Cruises

All cruise itineraries, prices and ships are subject to change without prior notice by shipping companies. The conditions and specific information of shipping companies responsible for cruises can be found on their own brochures or websites. Due to variation of fuel prices during the year an additional surcharge for fuel on the packages may apply, this information will be notified in due time. If you have any doubt or require additional information, please, consult our Holiday Experts.

Tours & Sightseeing

The tours include air conditioned coach and professional guides in English . All tours and excursions for cruises as well as excursions not mentioned in “Package includes” are not included in the packages being optional.

Meals

As specified in the descriptions of the routes. Services described in the “Packages includes” containing “Lunch and Dinner ” . Meal coupons will be provide which can be redeemed at our partner restaurants . In the event , the reservation is made under the guest name in Restaurants – Coupons will not be provided.

Policy

Prices

All prices are subject to change without prior notification, due to increase by hotels and operators, shipping companies, exchange fluctuation or fuel surcharges.

Not Included in the Package Price

Airline tickets and airport taxes (except those which are specified), costs of passports and visas, laundry services, phone calls, beverages, meals not indicated in the itinerary, tips any type, personal costs, baggage excess and its transfer, optional tours and excursions during the cruise and anything that is not mentioned in specific package.

Deposits & Final Payment

A mandatory deposit of 10,000 per person, per package (which will not be refunded) or full payment if the value is less than 30,000 in the booking. The rest of payment shall be 21 days prior to arrival. Booking made less than 21 days prior to guest arrival, must have full payment.

Children’s Discount

Children’s discounts will be available upon request.

Cancellations / Refunds

All cancellations must be made in writing and will be answered within 24 hours of receipt by our operator. A reservation should be considered cancelled only after receiving our confirmation of such cancellation. If a cancellation is received less than 60 days prior to the arrival of guest, the cancellation expenses will be charged according to the following table:

Days
Price
60 - 45 days before arrival
10% of total price
44 - 30 days before arrival
25% of total price
29 - 15 days before arrival
50% of total price
14 - 08 days before arrival:
75% of total price
07 - 00 days or if have no show of passenger
100% of total price
 

There will be no refund for unused services or changes in itineraries made by passengers without permission. During the performance of Tour, the guest must contact and request changes of the reservation directly with the local agent representative.

Baggage

Passenger shall be fully responsible for their luggage and personal belongings during the course of the trip. Regarding to land transport, luggage and other personal belongings should be kept with you, whatever part of the vehicle that will be placed and will be transported at the risk of the user. Baggage on air transport, rail, sea or driving, conditions of transport companies will apply, being the ticket passage, the document binds the mentioned companies to the passenger. If client suffer any baggage damage, loss or delay, the passenger must present a claim against the Transport Company. For transport of large volumes of luggage such as bicycles, surfboards, etc, a supplement will apply (please consult). The tour packages in tourist class can have a piece of 20kg in air transport. The company may charge a supplement or can refuse baggage that exceed this weight or parts. Recommended not to store valuables, medication, passport, documents or money inside baggage. If you want to have this procedure, make a statement before travelling.

Tips / Taxes / Tickets

Tickets to museums and sites during excursions are included. Not included any kind of tip, and the tips are at your discretion.

Travel Documents

Passenger must have valid passport, and visas for the countries that require them. Under 18 years old must have an authorization letter written and signed by their parents or guardians as such document can be requested by any authority. In the case of loss of a document for passenger such as hotel voucher, ferries tickets, air tickets, etc, Holidays4u will not be held responsible and the penalty that will apply for a new booking and issuance of such documents.

Health Requirements

Any physical or mental disability requiring special attention or treatment must be noted at time of reservation. The tour operator and/or its representative reserve the right to exclude such passengers if necessary, unless prior arrival for their participation has been obtained from local, cruise and land operators.

Travel Insurance

Our packages do not include travel insurance, for this to protect your investment, we recommend for you to purchase full travel insure that will cover the entire cost of your trip in case cancellation, trip interruption for any reason, etc. The best insurance for you can be indicated by your travel agent.

Personal Attention

The staff of Holidays4u are available 24 hours / 7 days a week, anytime of day or night, to help the customer to resolve any inconvenience. Incidents that are not reported to our attention during clients stay, cannot be treated with attention and appropriate action and certainly cannot be considered after the client’s departure.

Responsibility

Holidays4u is a Tourist Operator in Chennai and representative acting as agents between the client and the local operators, land, hotels, cruises and transport companies related with the booking made through Operator. Responsibility of Operator and Representatives are limited. The services received by passengers of several suppliers of package or service accepted are the responsibility of the same, for this Holidays4u cannot be responsible for loss and personal injury or materials suffered for whatever reason, and the complaint must be notified to local suppliers. The Operator and their representatives not accept responsibility in case of damage, loss, accident, injury, illness or other irregularities caused by defects in vehicles used for transport, or for failures and for non-compliance by local operators, or any agency associated, including its employees are involved with booking through the Tour Operator. The Operator and its representatives are not responsible for any consular, political, military complications created voluntarily or involuntarily by the passenger or by any other person or reason. Also reserves the right to change or cancel the contract packages when necessary for any sudden, climatic factors, conflicts and the others event