12-Day Taste of South America

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This morning, head into Montevideo for a city tour. The main points of interest will be in the historic city centre where you will visit the Plaza de Constitucion with the cathedral and the colonial town hall. Then you will proceed to the Congress Building, Mercado Agricola Montevideo, passing by the Obelisk to Batlle and Ordoñez Park and the Centenario Soccer Stadium where the very first World Cup final was played. Afterwards, visit Pocitos Beach and take a stroll along to Ramirez Beach.

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Today, you'll drive towards Piriapolis, a coastal city located 19 miles from Punta del Este. The city, built during the time of the “belle époque”, has the look of Europe’s Côte d’Azur. You'll then continue to Punta del Este. The next stops will be at Portezuelo and Punta Ballena for sweeping views up and down the coast). You'll visit the Museum Casa Pueblo, home and atelier of the famous Uruguayan artist Carlos Paez Vilaro. You'll return to Montevideo late afternoon.

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Drive to the Estancia Finca Piedra. You will be guided through the Estancia, once one of Uruguay's top meat producers and go for a horse or carriage ride in the surrounding area. Perhaps, you can learn about mate culture; a social tradition. Afterwards, enjoy a barbecue lunch and visit the animal reserve where local animals like Ñandus, Carpinchos live. Later a "merienda" will be served - comparable to an afternoon coffee with cakes and dulce de leche before you drive to Colonia del Sacramento.

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Head out to the historical centre where you stroll along the picturesque cobblestone streets of Uruguay’s oldest city, Colonia del Sacramento. One of the highlights is the Calle de Los Suspiros, often used as scenery for historical films. Colonia complements its archaeological values with natural beauty; the River Plate and the monuments such as the cathedral and the lighthouse. After your tour, take the hour-long ferry to Buenos Aires in Argentina.

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Explore the birth city of the Tango! Visit the Avenida de Mayo, Casa Rosada, the Cabildo, the Congress building and the Metropolitan Cathedral, Argentina's main catholic church and the mausoleum of General San Martin, our national hero. Continue to the Recoleta area where you see boutiques and restaurants, surrounded by centennial trees and Recoleta cemetery, where poignant Argentinian personalities rest. In the evening, enjoy a tango show, a demonstration of Andean music, and exquisite cuisine.

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You'll have the day free to explore the city, alternatively, you can head outdoors with many optional tours, including the Tigre Delta with its rivers and green islands. The continuous sediment of the Paraná River, which gives the river its brownish-red colour, forms the Delta islands. Drive around the outskirts of Buenos Aires to the northern district of San Isidro and Tigre, a charming town with yachting and rowing clubs. Take a 1-hour boat trip on the channels of the Tigre-Delta to explore.

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In the morning, you'll transfer to Buenos Aires domestic airport for the flight to Iguassu. Upon arrival, you'll head to the Argentinean National Park where Iguassu Falls are. You will make a short stop at the visitor’s centre then along the Inferior Circuit, the down-river falls, to the Superior Circuit, and the up-river cascades. The Ecological Jungle Train leads you to the best observation point of the falls, the Devil's Throat. After the tour, head to your hotel on the Brazilian side.

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In the morning, visit the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls. You'll walk along the paths following cascades and then the catwalk that leads very close to the bottom of the Devil’s Throat to enjoy magnificent views. Take an elevator to go up to the road to board the coach which will bring back to the hotel. You'll have the remainder of the day free to explore as you wish, there are many activities that you can choose to do here.

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This morning you'll be taken to the airport to catch your flight to Rio! One of the most iconic cities in the world. When you land, you'll be taken straight to your hotel. Stretch your legs with a walk along the famous Copacobana Beach during sunset hours to welcome yourself to Rio de Janeiro. If you have energy, at night, you may wish to experience a Brazilian party - Rio style!

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Head to Cosme Velho Station to board a cog-train for the ride through Tijuca Forest up Corcovado Mountain at 2,454 feet. At the top of Corcovado is the lookout point where Christ the Redeemer stands. After appreciating the views below, pass by Rio’s famous beaches to reach Sugar Loaf Mountain and ascend by cable car. Then head to the downtown area, where you'll pass Candelaria Church, Saint Sebastian Cathedral, the Fine Arts Museum, and finish at the Sambadrome, the site of the Carnival parade.