Simply South America

Bienvenido! Welcome to Santiago, the capital of Chile. Located at the base of the Andes Mountains, this is the ideal South American city to start your journey. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, meet your Tour Director for a tour briefing.
Two Night Stay: Santiago

In the afternoon, take a guided tour of Santiago. Visit the central square or Plaza de Armas housing buildings such as the City Hall and Cathedral. See the impressive Moneda’s Palace which is the seat of the President of Chile. Be intrigued by the Central Market, then finish with a funicular ride up Cerro San Cristobal and enjoy magnificent views over the city and mountains.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina, a country rich in history and culture. Buenos Aires is a sophisticated city with a strong European influence.
Three Night Stay: Buenos Aires

Meals Included: Breakfast

Get acquainted with this beautiful city known as the “Paris of the Americas”. Visit the central square, Plaza de Mayo surrounded by the Casa Rosada (Presidential Headquarters) and the Cabildo (Colonial Town Hall). Travel through the streets of San Telmo, the home of Tango and down the colourful roads of La Boca. You’re Invited: This evening, soak up the sultry moves of a tango show accompanied by a sumptuous dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today is free to explore Buenos Aires at your own pace.

Discover More: Belle Epoque and Colon Theatre tour, take a Culinary tour or a Street Art tour.(additional cost)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, a city full of life, colour and vibrancy mixed with tropical coastal scenery and is a fun city to visit.
Three Night Stay: Rio de Janeiro

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, we tour the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Ride the cogwheel railway up Corcovado Mountain and see the “Christ the Redeemer” statue. Take the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain for amazing views. You’re Invited: Get to know how the locals party with a visit to the Sambadrome, the site of the famous Rio Carnival#. This evening, feast like a local with a typical churrascaria.

# Sambadrome may be closed due to Rio Carnival Period.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a free day to get to know more of Rio.

Discover More: Take a tour of historical downtown Rio (additional cost)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly to the World Heritage listed Iguazú Falls. Set in a tropical jungle, an enormous river spills over towering cliffs to create a thunderous roar. This afternoon is free.
Two Night Stay: Iguazú Falls

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tour the Argentinian side of the falls which follows a number of walkways over the top of the falls for incredible up close views. We board the ecological train and ride to the “Devil’s Throat” viewpoint. Feel the spray of the water and gaze in awe at one of the most spectacular views that Iguazú has to offer.

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a relaxing morning, tour the majestic Brazilian falls. Make your way through the rainforest and along walkways for outstanding views This evening fly to Lima, the capital of Peru. This bustling city, known as the “City of the Kings”, is rich in tradition and culture.
Overnight Stay: Lima

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly to Cuzco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire set high in the Andes Mountains. As you transfer to the Sacred Valley, stop off at Awana Kancha llama farm and textile centre. Gain an insight into the Andean camelids; llama, alpaca, vicuña and guanaco as well as viewing traditional Andean weaving techniques. This afternoon,  head into the colourful town of Pisac with its traditional markets.
Two Night Stay: Sacred Valley

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a walking tour of the town of Ollantaytambo. Visit a traditional home to see how the locals live, then see the incredible Incan fortress that overlooks the town. You’re Invited: We will then visit a community for the chance to meet the students and teachers at the local school and learn about their lifestyle.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to the train station and board the Vistadome train for the journey to Machu Picchu. Mystery still surrounds these well preserved ruins perched in between sheer cliffs. Your expert local guide will share stories to reveal some of the mysteries of this “Lost City of the Incas”.
Overnight Stay: Machu Picchu

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Spend the morning exploring Aguas Calientes before reboarding the Vistadome train back to Ollantaytambo. Return to Cuzco across the patchwork fields of the Chinchero plateau.
Three Night Stay: Cuzco

Meals Included: Breakfast

Take a guided walking tour of the charming city of Cuzco, a World Heritage listed site that was a former capital of the Incas. Visit the Inca temple of Coricancha, head through cobblestone streets and past ancient Inca buildings to Cuzco’s fascinating central market. Explore Inca ruins including the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, and finish with a visit to the beautiful main plaza and its surrounding cathedrals.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is free to wander the cobbled streets of Cuzco and learn more about the traditions of the Inca. Tonight, dine at a local restaurant that specialises in nouveau Andean cuisine.
Discover More: Explore Moray and Maras, take a markets, museums and monastery tour or indulge in a Peru tasting tour. (additional cost)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.
Overnight Stay: Lima

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly from Lima to Quito, the capital of Ecuador that sits right on the equator. You will be met and transferred to your boutique hotel.
Two Night Stay: Quito

Meals Included: Breakfast

Take a walking tour of the Colonial old city centre before making our way to the middle of the world to put one foot on either side of the equator. Finish with a visit to the fascinating Intiñan Museum.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Fly to the Galápagos Islands and transfer to your ship, the Galápagos Legend. This afternoon, sail to Santa Cruz Island and visit the highlands, renowned for viewing the Galápagos giant tortoise.
Three Night Cruise: MV Galápagos Legend

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sail to Genovesa Island where we climb a rock stairway in search of Nazca boobies and red footed boobies. Just beyond this is a fascinating open lava field. In the afternoon, visit Darwin Bay where we land on a sandy beach and can see more red footed boobies and the rare endemic lava gull.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Return to Santa Cruz Island and see a local marine iguana colony. Walk to a lake where flamingo feed, then continue through a dry forest where land iguanas nest. In the afternoon, you can swim or snorkel in a protected bay where sea lions, turtles and eagle rays abound. Venture onto the beach which is abundant with sea lions. Note: Daily cruise schedule is subject to change.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The final leg of our journey takes us to Bachas Beach. Walk to a lagoon which is home to marine iguanas, flamingoes and green turtles. Bid farewell to this natural wonderland as we fly via the port city of Guayaquil.
Overnight Stay: Guayaquil

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Chau!

# Sambadrome may be closed due to Rio Carnival period.

Meals Included: Breakfast