Group leaving Kochi - by the morning hours flight for Buenos Aires, Argentina ( All meals in flight ).
Arrival Buenos Aires in the evening. Transfer to hotel, Kenton Palace or similar for rest and relaxation. Evening explore the city. Tonight enjoy a memorable exhilarating Tango Show with Dinner - watch the authentic roots and the pure essence of the Argentine tango in a full show of music, singing and dancing of top artistic quality. ( Breakfast, lunch in flight ) ( Dinner from the Restaurant )
Proceed on a full day city tour - South America’s most European and cosmopolitan city. Visit the iconic Casa Rosada presidential palace on Plaza de Mayo and stroll down the grand Avenida de Mayo, through the cobblestone streets of historic San Telmo, the birthplace of the Tango. Head to La Boca to snap photos of the brightly painted houses along Caminito street. Afternoon continue to see the buzzling port of Puerto Madero and pay a visit to the impressive Recoleta Cemetery, home to Evita’s grave. Follow in Eva “Evita” Peron’s footsteps, The first lady of Argentina for the better part of a decade, she won the public’s hearts during her husband’s Presidency and continues to be a symbol of Buenos Aires. Learn about Argentina’s history, culture, and politics through the lens of the fascinating Evita Perone. Overnight hotel. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Checkout of your hotel get set to see ONE of the TWO most important sights and the icon of South America. Transfer to Buenos Aires International airport for your onward flight to Lima/Cuzco. Upon arrival at Cuzco transfer to hotel for rest and relaxation. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Ready yourselves for a day of adventure, with your local English speaking guide, transfer to the train station at Ollanta and depart on the Expedition train to the town of Machu Picchu - The Sacred valley of Urubamba to the “Lost City of the Incas”. Perched 8,200 feet above the valley, it was hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungles for 400 years until discovered by Hiram Bingham of Yale University in 1911. The ride on the Expedition train gives you the chance to take incredible panoramic pictures of the scenic route; a journey of a lifetime. The sights of the Hanging Bridge at the start of the Inca Trail, the course of the Urubamba River and the Sacred Valley among others will leave you wanting more.
Arrive at Aguas Calientes, the town that is located at the foot of Machu Picchu Mountain and board a mini-bus to climb to the remnants of the Sacred Citadel of the Incas - the Machu Picchu - one of the most impressive and exciting places in the world, sublime and majestic on top of the mountain and surrounded by impenetrable rainforest. Visiting the main plaza, the Temple of Three Windows, the circular tower, corridors, the sacred sun dial or ‘Intihuatana’, the burial grounds, and other sacred places kept by this citadel. In the afternoon, ride back to the town of Machu Picchu (former - Aguas Calientes) to catch the return train to Ollanta. Arrive at the station and onto your hotel.. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Head for a guided tour of Cuzco with your local English-speaking guide. Visit the Archaeological Park of the fortress-temple Sacsayhuaman which is one of the most amazing Inca constructions. Its Quechua name means “satisfied falcon”, it was the falcon that guarded the capital of the empire, since it was possible to overlook Cusco from the hill in where it was erected. If, as it is known, Cusco was designed with the shape of a lying puma, Sacsayhuaman would be its head. Sacsayhuaman shows precise zigzags of massive stone measuring up to 4 meters high that were used in its construction to which centuries could not do any harm. There are two sites near Cusco that boast remarkable ritual architecture. The first is the immense, rocky promontory of Q’enqo, an ancient temple of the Puma, where you can witness an altar for sacrifices in the inner part of a huge rock.
The second is the Water Temple of Tambomachay, the sacred fountains of life and health. It features fine architecture composed of platforms, niches, and fountains fed by spring water from higher ground. In Inca times it was a sacred place dedicated to water-worship, one of the temples situated on the Cusco “ceque” system - a set of imaginary lines that indicate the time and place of religious ceremonies. On the way have a panoramic view from Puca Pucara, a watch tower that controlled the entrance to the city.
Visit the Temple of the Sun ‘The Korikancha’, the most important Inca structure in Cusco. Time permiting walk through the Inca Street of Loreto, the best example of Inca stonework in Cusco.
Finally, time permitting, go to the Main Square and visit the Cusco Cathedral, considered one of the most splendid Spanish colonial churches in America. It was built over the palace of the Inca Wiracocha and considered the religious and political center of Cusco during the Inca era. After the tour, transfer to Cuzco Airport for your evening flight to Lima. Upon arrival at Lima, transfer to Hotel El Tambo II or similar for overnight stay. Incase the non availability of flight this evening, we will have it next morning. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Half day city tour of Lima, Visit both the colonial and modern sections of this "City of Kings". Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza de Armas with its cathedral and palace and the exquisite Torre Tagle Palace, modern day seat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Visit the modern Lima drive through the exclusive residential areas of Miraflores and San Isidro. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Transfer to Lima International Airport for your onward flight to Iguassu falls. Upon arrival at Iguassu,proceed to see the Argentinean Falls: Cross the bridges of Tancredo Neves and Juan D. Perón that join the Argentine city of Puerto Iguazu (Argentina) and Foz de Iguazu (Brazil) to visit the Argentine side of the Iguazu Falls, located within the Iguazu National Park.
Arrive at the Visitors Center and board a gas-propelled train at the main station, which takes you to the upper falls circuit and the Devil’s Throat, the most prominent and one of the highest falls. Be surprised by a strategic lookout point resting on the side of the gorgeous Devil’s Throat. Then, you can walk more than 3km (1.87mi.) along the Iguassu river canyon, via the lower circuit and the upper circuit to appreciate the flora and fauna, always feeling the almost 270 individual waterfalls up close. The return is done by train up to the Visitors Center. Dinner and Overnight hotel. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Check out and head Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil. On arrival, proceed to National Park do Iguaçu, designated as World Heritage Site by UNESCO, full of exotic subtropical vegetation surrounding the falls- several plant species with giant trees, 400 species of colorful birds (toucans, parrots, woodpeckers, humming birds and butterflies), and other fauna such as jaguar, tiger-cat, foxes, tapir etc. Tour inside the park by the official coach and then to the beginning of the footbridges placed over the cliffs of the Iguazu River. Feast your eyes on the panoramic views of the Isla San Martín and of the most majestic waterfalls: the Bossetti, the San Martín and the Three Musketeers. Imagine standing a few meters away from an impressive mass of water; a total of 275 falls dropping over 230 ft! The Devil’s Throat is the most impressive waterfall, where the falling water gives the illusion of magical rainbows. End your tour with the Salto Floriano waterfall where there is access to the panoramic elevator, which you can take if you wish to. Overnight stay at Hotel.. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Transfer to airport for your onward flight to Manaus the gateway of Amazon. Head for an orientation tour of Manaus to see the main attractions of Manaus including the Amazon Theater (the famous Opera House). Evening transfer to Amazon Eco Lodge or similar for overnight halt. ( Breakfast, Dinner )
Accompanied by a local guide, explore the most important sight of South America the AMAZON river and surrounding forest - The Monkey Jungle tour Forest is open to guests at feeding times. Accompanied by a credentialed professional, guests are permitted to film and photograph these animals in a natural and safe environment. After lunch, depart by boat or motorized canoe to Caboclo’s Native Amazon Village. Learn about the traditions and customs of local Amazonians (natives). Overnight stay at Amazon Eco Park Lodge. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner )
Transfer by boat for the Meeting of the Waters tour. The boat goes down the Negro River navigating along the shore of the city of Manaus, allowing you to view the Amazonas Theater, the Port of Manaus, the Customs and the interesting aspects of the local life - the stilt houses. The Meeting of the Waters is a spectacular merge of Negro and Solimões Rivers. From this point on, both rivers form the famous Amazon River that runs all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. The waters of the two rivers run together for about 12 kms, side by side, without mixing, due to differences in temperature, density and speed of the waters of the rivers.
Relish lunch at a restaurant. In the evening, head for a canoe ride in canoes, to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night, with the possibility to spot alligators* (or other nightly creatures). Alligators are spotted because their eyes shine like small red lights. Once the alligator is spotted by the guide’s spotlight, he will try to catch a small alligator with his own hands and bring it on to the canoe, and a brief explanation of their habitat follows. The alligator will then be safely released back to the river. No harm is done to any of the animals (*Subject to availability at the time of visit). Overnight stay at Amazon Eco Park Lodge. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner )
Transfer to Manaus Airport for flight to Rio De Janeiro. Tansfer to hotel Augustos Rio Copa or similar. Evening enjoy a sensational Samba show - a lively and colorful extravaganza of spectacular costumes, talented dancers, graceful and pretty mulatto girls and the hot beat of the Brazilian samba rhythm - the greatest party music, featuring more than one hundred artists (*not available on Sundays), as seen in the Carnival Parade. Treat yourselves to dinner at Carretão Lido or similar. Overnight stay at Hotel. ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner )
Morning Breakfast at hotel . Proceed with your local English speaking guide to enjoy a half day visit to the Christ of Corcovado. It is Rio´s best-known icon. The statue CHRIST - THE REDEEMER as known in the whole world sits 2,300 ft. above sea level, atop Corcovado Hill. It´s a concrete statue of 30 meters whose wide open arms seems to embrace the whole city. The base stands on the top of the Corcovado hill (710 meters) offering a magnificent view of the city: the Guanabara bay, Niteroi, the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon, the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, the botanical garden and the Sugar Loaf. The Christ of Corcovado had been declared one of the Seven Wonders of Modern World.
Following a scenic drive along the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, arrive at the foot of the hill, to embark on a small train which climbs the beautiful mountainside. The 20 minute train ride up Corcovado Mountain through the lush and dense Tijuca rainforest to the towering Christ Redeemer statue. Looking up you will feel blessed and protected by this beautiful monument of Christ with open arms . Upon reaching the top, experience a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro tour, time permitting enjoy a drive along Rio’s famous beaches.
Afternoon visit to Sugar Loaf. The Sugar Loaf is a worldwide symbol of Rio de Janeiro. It is a combination of 2 mountains reached by a cable car, the first one called Morro da Urca is 220 meters high and offers a beautiful view of the Guanabara Bay, the beaches of Botafogo and Flamengo, the local airport and the Rio-Niterói Brige. From this stage, a second cable car will take you up to the top of the second mountain, with 395 meters above the sea level, to find a splendid view of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress and some beaches of Niterói. The Sugar has become a trademark of the city, making of this an unforgettable tour. Overnight at hotel. ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner )
Day is set free for any additional sightseeing, Beach visit.. relaxation... shopping. In the evening, say goodbye to the whole of South America, with great memories - transfer to Rio de Jenerio International airport for your return flight to India.
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Arrival late evening hours and connect your next flight back home with sweet memories..( Rest & Relax - All meals in flight)
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