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▪ Explore the incredible old Incan city of Machu Picchu

▪ Discover the culture and colours of Lake Titicaca

▪ Experience the breathtaking natural beauty and

colossal power of Iguaçu Falls

▪ Discover the dynamic Buenos Aires and its

sophisticated districts

▪ Marvel the vibrant, spectacularly located Rio de Janiero

Best of South America

Worldwide Tour │16 Days│Moderate Lima – Cusco – Buenos Aires – Iguaçu - Rio De Janiero

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These tours are designed for those who wish to see the iconic sites from far and wide on an all-inclusive excellent

value group tour.

▪ Return international economy flights, taxes and current fuel surcharges

▪ All accommodation

▪ All Meals

▪ All sightseeing and entrance fees

▪ All transportation and transfers

▪ English speaking National Escort and Local Guides

▪ Specialist advice from our experienced travel consultants

▪ Safe and secure with ABTA, ATOL and IATA

The only thing you may have to pay for are personal expenditure e.g. drinks, optional excursions or

shows, insurance of any kind, discretionary tipping and early check in or late checkout.

Worldwide Tours

Best of South America tour inclusions

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Itinerary – Best of South America

Fly to Peru’s historical and sophisticated capital Lima. You

will be met at the airport and transferred approximately

50 minutes to your hotel where the rest of the day is at

leisure.

This morning, enjoy a city tour of Lima, visiting the Plaza des Armas to admire the cathedral, Archbishop’s Palace and City Hall. Explore the San Francisco Monastery, including the catacombs, finishing at ‘Parque de los enamorados’, where there are great ocean views. The city tour is roughly 4 hours of sightseeing on foot at a comfortable pace. Transfer approximately 20 minutes to Lima’s airport and fly to the Andean city of Cusco.

Take a morning tour of Cusco visiting the Plaza de Armas, once the heart of the Incan capital of Huacaypata; and Qoricancha, the temple of the sun. Head just out of town to the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, from where you can get fantastic views back over the city. The city tour in Cusco invoves approximately four hours of sightseeing on foot at a comfortable pace. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 1: Fly to Lima

Lima – The second driest capital in the world after Cairo, Lima overlooks a long coastline marked by

precarious cliffs. Steeped in history, Lima is home to a civilization dating back thousands of years and

there are many museums in the city showcasing a snippet of its rich story.

Day 2: Lima city tour

Cusco – Home to an incredible Incan legacy Cusco has some of the richest heritage in South America and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cathedrals and Incan temples overlook the narrow streets where alpaca knitwear can be bought for a fair price. For anyone interested in the Incan civilization, Cusco is the must see destination.

Day 3: Cusco city tour

Day 3: Cusco city tour

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Transfer an hour and a half to Ollantaytambo and board a train, travel approximately an hour and a half through the mountainous landscapes to the small town of Aguas Calientes. From here you will hop on a shuttle bus and ascend approximately 30 minutes to Machu Picchu via, the ‘Lost City of the Incas’. Stumbled upon by Hiram Bingham in 1911 after it had been long abandoned, it is considered by many to be a wonder of the world. A four hour guided tour will give you some insight into the Inca Empire. Return to Ollantaytambo by train and transfer to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.

The Sacred Valley, also the Urubamba Valley, is home to colonial towns, Incan citadels and beautiful scenery. Beginning in the charming town of Pisac, visit the excellent market to both mingle with the locals and to browse the plentiful Peruvian handicrafts, then see the fascinating terracing techniques at the Pisac ruins. This afternoon, meet a typical Incan community at Ollantaytambo. Above the town is an old Incan fortress, whilst there is also an area of wonderfully preserved houses, both of which you can explore. Spend approximately eight hours sightseeing today including transfer s and touring. Travel back to Cusco.

Day 4: Machu Picchu

Destination Information

Machu Picchu – The abandoned city of Machu Picchu was forgotten until its rediscovery in the early part of the 20th century. In modern times Macchu Picchu is one of the most visited sites in the world and has been designated as one of the seven new wonders of the world.

Day 5: Sacred Valley

Destination Information

Pisaq – A vibrant village overlooked by an Incan Fortress, Pisac is a haven for spiritual seekers. It is also home to a magnificent market and fascinating ruins. Ollantaytambo – The Incan Ruins of Ollantaytambo are a fine example of how an Incan city would have been constructed. Ollantaytambo has a relaxed pace of life and is best enjoyed when wandering the cobblestone streets.

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Leave Cusco and head across the Peruvian Altiplano, passing Andean peaks and crossing La Raya Pass, 4,335 metres above sea level, to reach the town of Puno on Lake Titicaca. Stops en route will include the towns of Andahuaylillas and Pucara and the ruins of Racchi. The train from Cusco to Puno is approximately 5 and ½ hours, including a stop en route at Pucara where you will spend roughly one-hour touring. On arrival, transfer to your hotel.

Travel approximately two hours along the shores of the lake and over the border into Bolivia, to the

town of Copacabana. Visit the shrine of the Virgen de Copacabana before cruising out to Moon and Sun

islands, where you’ll explore a wealth of Incan relics. Cruise on to Huatajata where you’ll visit the

Andean Roots Eco Village to learn about the culture of the region and to meet some more of Bolivia’s

residents – vicuñas, llamas and alpacas. Later, visit a Kallawayas, a natural healer, before a night time

visit to the Native Observatory Alajpacha to study the skies of the southern hemisphere. Todays walking

tour of Lake Titicaca will last approximately 3-4 hours.

Transfer approximately 2 and ½ hours from Huatajata to

Bolivia’s administrative capital La Paz. On arrival, embark

on a cable car over El Alto and La Paz and witness the

beautiful views over both cities before arriving in La Paz.

After, you will embark on a city tour that will include the

spectacular formations of the Moon Valley, the mystical

Witch Doctor’s Market, San Francisco Church, Killi Killi

lookout point and the Presidential Palace which will last for

approximately four hours. This evening watch a ‘peña’

show where you can enjoy dances and music from all over Bolivia.

Day 6: Travel to Puno

Destination Information

Puno – The upbeat and forward-looking Puno is a perfect gateway between Cusco and La Paz. However, Puno is a tourist destination in its own right and hosts the famous Virgen de la Candelaria parades every year.

Day 7: Lake Titicaca

Destination Information

Lake Titicaca – The largest lake in South America it is surrounded by a slow pace of life where crops are still harvested by hand and vast plateaus stretch for miles.

Day 8: La Paz city tour

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Transfer to the airport and fly approximately five hours to Buenos Aires. On arrival, drive roughly 40 minutes to your hotel and spend some time at leisure and later take part in the ultimate Argentine experience with a night of creating your own empanadas, eating the world’s best steak and learning Argentinian gestures and the etiquette of Mate tea.

Take a city tour of Buenos Aires today. This will take you to some of the city’s most colourful and cosmopolitan neighbourhoods including San Telmo, La Boca, Palermo and Recoleta. The city tour involves approximately five hours of sightseeing on foot at a comfortable pace. Spend the remainder of your day at leisure.

Destination Information

La Paz – Resting at an altitude of 3,660 metres, La Paz is one of the highest cities in the world. It is therefore important to take time to acclimatize. La Paz is one of the fastest growing cities in Latin America. The tradition is rich and lively markets are ever-present with some of the finest alpaca knitwear to be found.

Day 9: Buenos Aires City Tour

Destination Information

Buenos Aires – An exciting and vibrant city, Buenos Aires has qualities of a European City with an exotic twist. There is an endless list of things to do in Buenos Aires, from a traditional tango performance, a high quality steak at a Parilla steak house and all the shopping one could need to last a lifetime.

Day 10: Buenos Aires

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A town situated in Greater Buenos Aires, Tigre sits on the Parana Delta, an area of rivers and streams packed with marinas, Belle Époque mansions and rowing clubs. Enjoy a tour of Tigre and the Parana Delta which will last approximately seven hours. Spend approximately one hour travelling through the channels and see the sights on a boat excursion. This evening there is an optional excursion to one of the famous Tango Houses for dinner and a Tango show – a must in Buenos Aires.

After breakfast, depart Buenos Aires and transfer approximately 30 minutes to the airport and fly 1 hour and 40 minutes to Puerto Iguaçu before popping over the border to Foz do Iguaçu in Brazil. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 11: The Parana Delta

Destination Information

Tigre – A popular weekend destination from Buenos Aires, Tigre sits on the banks of the Parana Delta and most activities here are water-based. The surrounding waters have a dark tint due to the iron deposits washed down from the jungle.

Day 12: Foz do Iguaçu

Destination Information

Foz do Iguaçu – Foz do Iguacu is most commonly visited as a gateway to the neaby Iguacu Falls. The recent construction of the Itaipu Dam, the world’s largest hydroelectric dam has given rise to steady growth throughout the city.

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Visit the Brazilian side of Iguaçu falls, walking along the paths and catwalks that will get you up close to the waters before hopping back into Argentina to see the falls from a different perspective. Whilst here you’ll take the Ecological Jungle Train to the viewpoint for one of the falls’ most impressive points, the Garganta del Diablo. Touring of Iguaçu Falls will last approximately 7 hours today.

Depart Foz do Iguaçu for the airport and fly approximately two hours to Rio de Janeiro, the ‘Marvellous City’. On arrival, transfer approximately 30 minutes to your hotel, just a five- minute walk from the famous Copacabana Beach. This evening there is an optional extra sunset tour of the city which visits the main sights, finishing at Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Day 13: Iguaçu Falls

Destination Information

Iguaçu Falls – The incredible Iguaçu Falls spans the border of Argentina and Brazil and features hundreds of rushing cascades, set in a lush rainforest scene. The region has been declared a world heritage site and received the status of one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature in 2011. .

Day 14: Travel to Rio de Janeiro

Destination Information

Rio de Janeiro – Decorated with serene beaches and dubbed the ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’ (the Marvellous City), Rio de Janeiro is one of the world’s great cities. Overlooked by the inspiring Christ the Redeemer statue and surrounded by tropical landscapes the city has a lively and friendly atmosphere accompanied by energetic Samba rhythms.

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Leave the hotel for Cosme Velho Station. Board the cog train that ascends approximately 20 minutes up to the Corcovado Mountain, on the peak of which Christ the Redeemer watches over the city, passing through the lush vegetation of the Tijuca Forest. Emerging from the top terminus, you’ll find Rio laid out at your feet, with views over the city proper to the beaches and beyond to the islands that dot the bay. Please note that you will need to take an escalator or steps up to the Christ the Redeemer Statue. Descending by train, the tour concludes with a visit to some of Rio’s beautiful beaches. Overall touring will last approximately 6 hours today.

Return to the UK, arriving the same or following day

depending on flights.

Day 15: Christ the Redeemer

Day 16: Fly Rio to the UK

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No visa is required for this tour.

It is a condition of booking with us that you take out suitable travel insurance. You must provide us with the name of your insurer, policy number and their 24-hour emergency contact number when you book with us or as soon as possible thereafter. Wendy Wu Tours will not be liable for any costs incurred by you due to your failure to take out suitable travel insurance from the date of booking.

Your accommodation is selected for convenience of location, comfort or character, and can range from a business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Hotels are generally rated as three to four-star standard, but please note that there is no international classification system for hotels and differences in facilities and quality do exist between the UK and South America. All group tour hotels have private western bathroom facilities, air conditioning, TV and telephone. If you experience any difficulty, please speak to your National Escort/local guide. Rest assured that all hotels used by Wendy Wu Tours are regularly inspected by our staff and our partners to ensure that standards meet your needs.

Coaches with air conditioning are used on our group tours for city sightseeing, short excursions to the

countryside and longer transfers where necessary. Internal flights are based on economy class, with

reputable airlines. Internal flights are based on economy class, with reputable airlines.

All meals (excluding drinks) are included in our fully inclusive group tours from the groups’ arrival until the

groups’ day of departure. Our schedule of meals is designed so that you can experience the local dishes,

their individual flavours as well as the different ways they are prepared and cooked throughout South

America.

In most cases the group will operate with a minimum of 8 travellers with local guides only. If there are 10

travellers or more, your group will be accompanied by a National escort as well as local guides. There will

usually be no more than 30 travellers in each group.

Best of South America Travel Information

Visas

Insurance

Accommodation

Transport

Group Size

Meals

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Once you have booked with Wendy Wu Tours, you will receive a confirmation invoice followed by

deposit documentation, which includes a visa application form (if applicable), and a help sheet. Your

final documentation pack will be sent to you approx. 2 weeks prior to departure, and will include a

travel wallet, badge, lanyard and further destination information along with your final itinerary and

international e-tickets.

After your booking