27 days from Manaus to Lima
Discover some of South America's greatest cities—Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Lima—and some of its most fascinating ruins and spectacular scenery on this South America tour. You'll overnight in Manaus, Brazil’s Amazon, Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Lima, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, and Colca Canyon.

Highlights of this South America tour include time in locations with spectacular scenery: Brazil’s Amazon, Iguassu Falls, and Colca Canyon. In Brazil’s Amazon, cruise on the river, take Naturalist-guided walks, visit with a Caboclo local, and marvel at the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon. At Iguassu Falls, hear the thundering roar from both the Brazilian and Argentine sides, be amazed at the brilliant rainbows in the mist, and stand in awe as you witness these 275 falls! At Colca Canyon—an impressive geological formation more than twice as deep as the Grand Canyon—witness condors soaring majestically above the canyon walls, marvel at the canyon, and relax at La Calera hot springs before time in Arequipa, known as the “White City” for its buildings made of volcanic rock. You’ll also enjoy Machu Picchu, set in a majestic mountainside with ruins dating back to the 15th century. Glimpse the ancient history as you enjoy this stunning and mystical place. Other tour highlights include a visit to the Inca ruins at Ollantaytambo and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. Time in Peru's Lake Titicaca, a lake of floating islands maintained over centuries by the indigenous people, gives you a chance to learn about local practices. Guided sightseeing in each of the cities features the must-see sites. In Rio, take the cog railway to the summit of Corcovado to view the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. In Buenos Aires, visit Recoleta Cemetery, Eva Peron’s burial place. In Lima, sightseeing focuses on the city's colonial heritage. This South America tour designed for the savvy travel lover has it all!
All This. Included
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, and air-conditioned motorcoach. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!

Your Tour Includes:
•All internal flights
•2-night Amazon eco-lodge experience with activities
•Guided sightseeing of Manaus
•Guided city sightseeing of Rio de Janeiro
•Admission to Corcovado Mountain cog railway to the Christ the Redeemer statue
•Entrance fees and guided sightseeing in both the Brazilian and Argentinean side of Iguassu Falls National Park
•Guided city sightseeing of Buenos Aires includes admission to Recoleta Cemetery
•Guided city sightseeing of Lima
•Guided city sightseeing of the Sacred Valley includes a visit to Pisaq village market, Ollantaytambo ruins, a visit to a local Incan’s home, Seminario Ceramics Workshop, and a refreshing chicha tasting.
•Tickets for Vistadome train to and from Machu Picchu
•Guided walk of Machu Picchu
•Guided city sightseeing of Cusco includes a guided walk of the Temple of Sacsayhuaman and a tree-planting experience with the local community
•Scenic drive to Puno with visits including the Sistine Chapel of America, the Temple of Wiracocha, and more
•Guided visit to Taquile and Uros Islands
•Guided sightseeing in Colca Canyon
•Guided city sightseeing of Arequipa