Winter Premium Discover South America 12 Days Tour Package 2024-2025
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Brazil- Rio De Janeiro, Iguassu Falls | Peru- Lima, Cusco | Argentina- Buenos Aires
Includes:
- 03 Nights at Windsor Leme hotel or similar in Rio de Janeiro.
- 02 Night at Hotel Viale Tower / Cataratas or similar in Iguassu.
- 02 Nights at Hotel Holiday Inn Miraflores or similar in Lima
- 02 Nights at Hotel Xima Exclusive Cusco or similar in Cusco.
- 02 Nights at Hotel Dazzler San Martin or similar in Buenos Aires.
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Select a Check-in and Check-out Date
Day 01
Welcome aboard an exciting tour to South America.
Your getaway to South America starts in Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, proceed to your hotel and check-in on your own. Later you have some free time to explore the city on your own. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro. (D)
Note: The standard check-in time at the hotel is 1500 hrs.
Day 02
Rio Carnival Museum Experience
Today you proceed to enjoy a guided backstage tour of the Academics da Grande Rio– one of the leading samba schools of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Get to know, through an Explanatory Panel Presentation, about the history of samba and carnival parades. You will enter into the samba atmosphere, where costumes are available for dressing up and photographs, while enjoying a traditional welcome drink, the Caipirinha. Embark on an exciting backstage tour of Cidade do Samba, the impressive complex of workshops for Rio's world-famous Carnival. See where all the magic is created and get insight into the detailed processes that culminate in the planet's most vibrant street party. Be fascinated by the display of creativity that features a wide array of colorful, shiny and extravagant costumes used in the parades. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro. (B, D)
Day 03
Visit statue of Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana beach.
Today, we start our day by taking a cog-wheel train up to the Corcovado Mountain to visit the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Later, proceed on a guided city tour of Rio, drive through downtown Rio, passing by the Maracana Stadium, the Sambodrome and Metropolitan Cathedral. Later in the afternoon we visit the world-famous Sugar Loaf Mountain which has become an iconic symbol of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Get a unique experience in the cable car while going up to the mountain. We also visit the famous Copacabana Beach and the downtown area. In the evening you can opt for the famous Samba Show at the Plataforma. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro. (B, D)
Day 04
Fly to Iguassu.
Today, we will drive to the airport to board your flight to Iguassu. Iguassu is famous for its stunning falls. A total of 275 waterfalls make up the Iguassu Falls, which are the widest and most imposing waterfalls on earth. Later you have some free time to explore the city on your own. Overnight in Iguassu. (B, D)
Day 05
Visit Iguassu Falls from Argentinean side.
Today, we visit the Argentinean side of the Iguassu Falls. We start with a short train ride that leads us to the trails. Later a walk along the catwalks, some 1200 meters over the islands, takes you to enjoy the most spectacular sight: the Devil’s Throat Fall. Overnight in Iguassu. (B, D)
Day 06
Visit Iguassu Falls from Brazilian Side.
Today, we take a trip to the Brazilian side of the falls. We walk along a narrow 1,500m. path and along with the catwalk that goes very close to the bottom of the Devil’s Throat, from where you will enjoy breathtaking views over the Brazilian side of the falls. Later, we take a flight to Lima - the capital of Peru. Overnight in Lima. (B, D)
Day 07
Guided tour of Lima
Today, we take you on a guided tour of Lima. See the Love Park in Miraflores, with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean and Huaca Pucllana- ceremonial center of the Lima culture. Visit the Main Square where the Government Palace and the Town Hall are located. Also visit the Cathedral and explore the Santo Domingo Convent. Later you have some free time to explore the city on your own. Overnight in Lima. (B, D)
Day 08
Fly to Cusco - Archaeological Capital of the Americas. Guided City tour of Cusco
Today, we take a flight to Cusco. On arrival, proceed on a guided city tour. Visit the famous Temple of Sun Korikancha - the most important temple in the Inca Empire. See the archaeological sites that date from Inca and the famous cathedral of Cusco. Later you have some free time at the Main Square. Overnight in Cusco. (B, D)
Day 09
Visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World - Machu Picchu.
Today, proceed to visit one of the wonders of the world - Machu Picchu. You will start by train going through the Urubamba Valley, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, to the fabulous mountaintop ruins of Machu Picchu. This city is an eye-tantalizing tribute to man in harmony with nature. Enjoy the full day in this magical place and later take a train back to Cusco. Overnight in Cusco. (B, D)
Day 10
Fly to Buenos Aires. Enjoy an exciting Tango show with dinner.
Today, proceed to airport for your flight to Buenos Aires the capital of Argentina. On arrival, proceed to your hotel and check-in. Later in the evening you will be taken for the glamorous Tango Show with dinner - a musical extravaganza with poetical, entertaining and touching edges. Overnight in Buenos Aires. (B, D)
Day 11
Guided city tour of Buenos Aires.
Today, proceed on a guided city tour of this beautiful city. See the symbol of this city: the obelisk on avenida 9 de Julio, visit Plaza de Mayo and Plaza San Martín. Drive through historical and elegant neighborhoods like La Boca, San Telmo, Montserrat, Palermo and Recoleta. Also see some important financial and commercial areas of the city. Later, in the evening it is at leisure for shopping on your own. Overnight in Buenos Aires. (B, D)
Day 12
Bid farewell.
Today, proceed to the airport on your own as your memorable tour comes to an end. Please do spare a few moments of your valuable time to write and share with us your wonderful experience. (B)
Brazil - Rio De Janeiro
Guided city tour.
Visit to Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Visit to Christ the Redeemer statue on Corcovado Mountain.
Visit to Copacabana Beach.
Rio Carnival Museum Experience
Brazil - Iguassu Falls
Visit to the Iguassu Falls from Argentine and Brazilian side.
Peru - Lima
Guided city tour.
Peru - Cusco
Guided City tour.
Full day excursion to Machu Picchu (One of the 7 Wonder of the World).
Argentina - Buenos Aires
Guided city tour.
Visit Avenida de Mayo
Visit Metropolitan Cathedral
Enjoy famous Tango Dance show
- Daily buffet breakfast (except on day 01)
- 11 Vegetarian/Non-vegetarian, dinners could be Indian/ continental or local. (Set menu or buffet style, no drinks included).
- (Indian meals are not available in Iguassu, hence local meal options will only be available)
- Accommodations at the hotels specified above or similar.
- Meals, transfers, entrances, sightseeing and surface transport as mentioned in the itinerary
- Tour Manager Services will be available if the group strength is 25 and above.
- Sightseeing & Tours will be on Private Basis conducted by our Local repetitive for groups of 12 -25. For Groups less than 12 - sightseeing will be conducted on Shared (Seat in Coach Basis). All Transfers etc. will be on Private basis
Note: ***Due to Covid-19 situation, most of the hotels in USA are still not serving regular breakfast. Depending on the rules of each state, some of the hotels may have plated / Go n Grab Breakfast service at the hotels.
Do note in some hotels / restaurants disposable plates and cutlery can be provided for meals.
- Airfare (Main & Internal), Airport tax, Visa, Travel insurance
- Meals not specified in the itinerary. Meals are pre-set and a choice of menu is not available.
- Arrival and departure airport transfer
- Compulsory Tips to Local guides, drivers, hotel waiters of USD 05 per person per day for the duration of the tour (To be paid to the Tour Manager on day 01 of the tour)
- Yellow Fever Vaccination charges.
- Baggage handling fees for check-in baggage and any additional sectors for internal flights.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry, wines, mineral/bottled water, food & drink not in the regular menus provided by us, mini bar and telephone calls.
- Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in the ‘What your tour price includes’.
- Other applicable taxes.
- RT PCR – COVID test if required by the airline or Government bodies
- Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘What your Tour Price includes’ box.
- 03 Nights at Windsor Leme hotel or similar in Rio de Janeiro.
- 02 Night at Hotel Viale Tower / Cataratas or similar in Iguassu.
- 02 Nights at Hotel Holiday Inn Miraflores or similar in Lima
- 02 Nights at Hotel Xima Exclusive Cusco or similar in Cusco.
- 02 Nights at Hotel Dazzler San Martin or similar in Buenos Aires.
Visa Requirements
You must be in possession of a multiple entry Argentina Visa, Double entry Brazil Visa & Single entry Peru Visa, The cost of these visas is not included in your package tour price. It would be best to check with your travel agent and the consulates nearest to you for advice and information. Please ensure that your travel documents are ready in time for departure.
Ticketing Requirements:
To participate on this tour, you need to be in possession of valid air tickets for travel within South America for the following sectors: Rio de Janeiro – Iguassu – Lima – Cusco - Buenos Aires. It is mandatory to purchase these tickets through SOTC. Confirmed air reservations for these sectors have already been made by us. The cost of this internal ticket is USD 1500 per person which has to be paid at the time of booking the tour.
NOTE
• Yellow fever vaccination is compulsory.
• There is a possibility that your Tour Manager could change in-between the tour.
• As a third person in a Triple room, no extra bed or cot will be provided. Instead a room with two queen beds will be provided.
• Internal flights would be via flights with one stop.
• On days when you are taking internal flights, there is a possibility that we might provide packed meal in case the flight timing does not suit the meal time.
• All transfers and extensive sightseeing with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by a deluxe air-conditioned coach. Services of our SOTC Tour Manager or local representatives, while on tour.
• On some occasions, you may have to join another group in case your group does not have adequate members.
• A local representative or your coach driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.
• All local taxes and services (Presently calculated as prevailing on 1th September 2023).
• A person below 12 years of age on date of return flight will be considered a child.
• A baby below 24 months of age on date of return flight will be considered an infant.
• Land surcharges applicable on certain departure dates.
• Kindly note that on certain departure dates the tour routing could change. In some tours, there is also a possibility that the tour could operate in reverse itinerary. However you will not miss any sightseeing or excursions that are mentioned in the itinerary. Please check with your sales representative for final details.
• Certain sightseeing and excursions may not operate on public holidays.
• In some cities, there is a possibility that you may have to wait at the airport (in the terminal as would have been informed to you before departure by your booking office) for multiple flight arrivals/departures of different groups.
• Group departures will be operated in Co-operation with SOTC Travel Ltd & Thomas Cook India Ltd.
Points to be noted
• It is advisable to book more than 45 days prior to the tour departure date as the internal ticket rate might increase closer to the departure date, resulting in an increase in the Tour cost
• The airfare is based on the existing fare structure (Presently calculated as prevailing on 1st September 2023). Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in fuel price, change in government regulations, ticket taxes etc. charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passenger. SOTC Travel Ltd will not be held responsible for the same
• Any damage caused to the hotel rooms or coach during your stay shall be payable by the passengers. SOTC Travel Ltd will not be liable for the same
• The management reserves the right to claim from the passengers, any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in the schedule of trains, flights, coach, cruise or other services
• We reserve the right to amend, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursions advertised or substitute a hotel of similar class if deemed necessary
• The images used in this brochure are for representation purposes only
• A date change fee, as applicable, will be levied on passengers who change their date of travel
• For the convenience of our passengers, we may sometimes will have to amend the itinerary. However all services will remain the same
• The company reserves the right to alter the order of the itinerary. The same will be informed to the client before departure
• Due to Trade Fairs and conventions in the cities, it is possible that the hotel accommodation provided would be outside the city. The same will be informed in advance
• Passengers can board the tour from the hub city. Those boarding from any other city can do so, however all expenses to/from the hub city is to be borne by the passengers
• Attractions in the theme parks may not operate/may change/entry restricted/closed without notice • Other applicable taxes will be extra
• The company shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out of the tour arrangement due to weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expenses must be borne by the passenger
• Please refer to the booking form for detailed “Terms & Conditions”.