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South American Odyssey: Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Machu Picchu & More

Program No. 22885RJ
Learn the samba in Rio and the tango in Buenos Aires, climb to Machu Picchu and have lunch hosted by locals in colorful Valparaiso on this journey to the best of South America.
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Small GroupCity DiscoveriesMulti-City Discoveries
Length
19 days
Rating (4.95)
Activity Level
Starts at
8,299
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FREE

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LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Nov 12, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Oct 05, 2025 - Oct 23, 2025 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Nov 02, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Nov 30, 2025 - Dec 18, 2025 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Jan 22, 2026 - Feb 09, 2026 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Mar 12, 2026 - Mar 30, 2026 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Mar 26, 2026 - Apr 13, 2026 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Oct 01, 2026 - Oct 19, 2026 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Oct 22, 2026 - Nov 09, 2026 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Nov 12, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026 (Rio de Janeiro to Cuzco)
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
16 Breakfasts
13 Lunches
7 Dinners
Total: 36 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Where You'll Stay
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Windsor California Hotel
3 NIGHTS
Location: Rio de Janeiro
TripAdvisor Reviews
Guamini Mision Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Puerto Iguazu
TripAdvisor Reviews
Hotel Intersur Recoleta
Visit Site
4 NIGHTS
Location: Buenos Aires
A hotel designed to enjoy the city through its most representative aspects; gastronomy, the expressiveness of its art, its events and lifestyle. A look that represents the union of the past and future of the city, reflected in the furniture and decor of the hotel, in the combination of colors and materials that present the beauty and memory of the place.
TripAdvisor Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Santiago
Centrally located within Santiago's recently developed commercial and financial district, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santiago - Vitacura is just one block away from The Costanera Center – an extensive business and commercial complex that includes South America’s largest shopping mall, theaters, offices and the tallest building in Latin America, Gran Torre Santiago. This Santiago hotel is within walking distance of national and international corporate headquarters, embassies and convention centers. Guests can also enjoy easy access to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, cultural buildings and many Santiago attractions. Experience a warm welcome when you stay at this contemporary Santiago hotel. You will even be greeted with a signature DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie when you check-in.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Costa del Sol Ramada Cusco
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The hotel is situated two blocks away from the main square in a XVII century colonial house.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca - Yucay Hotel
Visit Site
2 NIGHTS
Location: Cusco
The 87-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, five minutes far from Urubamba , one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
TripAdvisor Reviews
El Mapi Hotel
Visit Site
1 NIGHT
Location: Aguas Caliente
Smart and contemporary are the defining elements of this hotel, amidst the commercial village of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), from where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and get a different perspective. The hotel is efficient, playful and people friendly; it welcomes a wide range of guests expecting an uncomplicated visit.
TripAdvisor Reviews





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