South America

Destination guide

South America

Lima · Sacred Valley · Machu Picchu · Rio de Janeiro

Ancient citadels, Andean rail journeys and samba-city energy. We pace the altitude, book the Machu Picchu entry slots and line up every connection so the long journey feels effortless.

Trip highlights

  • 01Machu Picchu with timed entry and expert guiding
  • 02Sacred Valley markets and Andean rail to Aguas Calientes
  • 03Cusco's Inca walls and colonial plazas
  • 04Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls and Buenos Aires tango
  • 05Amazon lodges and Galápagos extensions

Good to know

How do you handle the altitude?
We start in the lower Sacred Valley before Cusco, keep the first days gentle and build in rest time.
How long should I allow?
Twelve days covers Peru's highlights; add four to five more for Rio or Iguazu Falls.
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