Fly with British Airways from London Heathrow via Miami. Connecting flights from selected regional UK airports also available for a supplement of £95 per person. Arrive late evening (subject to flight schedule) and transfer to your hotel.
Three Night Stay: Lima
Today we have included a walking tour of the Colonial historic centre of the city, a former capital of the Conquistadors and a World Heritage site. This evening you will meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a tour briefing.
Choose from one of the following included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activities: (1)Tour Pachacamac Ruins and see the Temple of the Sun God (2)Take a historical journey through Lima’s past visiting the Huaca Huallamarca ruins, the amazing Larco Herrera Museum and the Monastery of San Francisco
Enjoy the morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your flight to the remote Amazon city of Iquitos. On arrival transfer to the Iquitos main wharf and board the luxurious MV Aria, where a first deck suite will be your home for the next three nights. Stand on the Upper Deck to take in the view, as the MV Aria leaves Iquitos behind. Enjoy a welcome briefing by your expert Naturalists. Then sit down, relax, sample some fine South American wine and enjoy the excellent cuisine.
Three Night Special Stay: MV Aria
This part of the Peruvian Amazon is an amazing area of biodiversity. The sailing schedule is flexible in order to take advantage of the different conditions of the seasons and of low and high water. Over the coming days you will sail along the largest tributaries of the Amazon, and embark on a number of different activities by launch or by foot. During the next three days you will visit places like the Yacapana Isles, known as the “Isle of the Iguana” thanks to the great number of these reptiles inhabiting them. You will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see and photograph both grey and pink freshwater dolphins (weather dependent). At night time, once the sun sets and the jungle becomes dark, begin your search for caiman, frogs, and different kinds of nightlife. During the day you will search for wildlife such as the bald uakari monkey, squirrel monkeys, saddleback tamarin monkeys, sloths and many other species. A highlight of the trip is the viewing of one of the great spectacles of the Southern Hemisphere: the sun rising over the birthplace of the Amazon River. Here - where the union of two major tributaries, the Ucayali and the Marañon, form the world’s greatest waterway - nature is at its most dramatic. You will also have the opportunity to visit native villages, where the local people will extend you a very warm welcome and you will gain insight into how the traditional Amazonian Indians live. Many of the villages were untouched by civilisation until recently and they are delighted to share their culture, traditions and folklore with you.
After a morning excursion, enjoy lunch and then disembark for a visit to the Manatee Rescue Centre. Here biologists and volunteers care for the endangered Amazon manatees that conservation authorities have rescued. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.
Two Night Stay: Lima
Today choose from one of the following included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activities: (1) Tour Pachacamac Ruins and see the Temple of the Sun God (2) Take a historical journey through Lima’s past visiting the Huaca Huallamarca ruins, the amazing Larco Herrera Museum and the Monastery of San Francisco
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco. On arrival you will transfer to the breath taking Sacred Valley of the Incas. SCENIC ENRICH - a highlight today is a visit to Hacienda Huayocarri set in a spectacular location overlooking the valley where the owners have a history spanning over three centuries. Enjoy a typical Andean lunch, prepared from the Hacienda’s own produce.
Three Night Stay: Sacred Valley
This morning your expert local guide will take you on a walking tour of the town of Ollantaytambo, the oldest continuously occupied settlement in the Americas. Your tour includes a visit to the imposing Incan fortress overlooking the town. SCENIC ENRICH - visit the community supported by Scenic Tours. Meet the students and teachers at the local school and learn about their lives. Return to your hotel for some time at leisure before enjoying dinner in the hotel.
Today choose from one of the following included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activities: (1) Visit the town of Pisac and tour the Inca ruins (2) See the Inca salt mines then visit the ruins of Moray (3) Visit Chinchero Village and enter a local’s house to learn about the weaving techniques (4) Learn some of the Andean cooking techniques as you help the chef prepare lunch (5) Visit a local Peruvian Paso Horse Ranch. Tonight enjoy a private performance of Andean music along with canapés and drinks.
This morning walk to the train station located at the hotel for your rail journey to Machu Picchu. A highlight of your tour is a full day visit to the ancient Inca site of Machu Picchu. Your expert local guide will share the mysteries of this “lost city of the Incas” before your lunch at Sanctuary Lodge. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the ruins at your own pace.
Overnight Stay: Machu Picchu
You have the morning to explore the area at leisure. This afternoon take a rail journey to the Sacred Valley with afternoon tea served on-board the Vistadome train. Take in the breath taking views of the surrounding Andes mountains from the glass ceilinged carriages.
Three Night Stay: Cuzco
The charming city of Cuzco is a World Heritage listed site that was a former capital of the Incas. Included this morning is a walking tour of the city centre where you will marvel at the mix of Incan, Spanish and modern architecture. Then visit the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuaman. This evening choose one of the following SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining options: (1) Enjoy a cultural performance of Andean music and dancing while dining at a restaurant in the centre of Cuzco (2) Located on Plaza des Armas, Inka Grill offers beautiful views of the two ancient churches of Cuzco - enjoy live music as you sample a gourmet à la carte dinner (3) Sample innovative international cuisine that incorporates original Peruvian ingredients at the Inti Raymi Restaurant (4) Located in the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, MAP Café offers a mix of art and fine Peruvian cooking with its wonderful blend of modern and Andean tastes.
Enjoy a free day to explore this charming city at your leisure.
SCENIC ENRICH - board the Andean Explorer this morning for your first class rail journey to Puno. The open-air Observation Car provides the opportunity to take photographs of the magnificent scenery. On arrival transfer to the Libertador Lake Titicaca located on an island in Lake Titicaca.
Lake Titicaca is one of the highest navigable lakes in the world and today enjoy an included excursion to the unique floating islands of Uros. Your guide will show you the lifestyle of the Uros communities including a visit to a school on one of the islands. Transfer to the airport for your Included flight to Lima.
Overnight Stay: Lima
Transfer to Lima International airport for your direct flight to Iguazu Falls and on arrival transfer to your hotel. Enjoy dinner on arrival at the hotel.
Two Night Special Stay: Iguazu Falls
This morning take a tour of the majestic Brazilian Falls. Be awed by the views of the world’s largest waterfall with more than 275 falls. Your SCENIC ENRICH exciting adventure takes you through the rainforest and onto the water for a thrill you won’t forget. Travel up the river to the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come close to the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’. This evening choose one of the following SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining options: (1) Located adjacent to the pool, the Ipê Grill has a warm, relaxed atmosphere for open air dining and offers a ‘gaucho’ style barbecue in the evenings showcasing South America’s many famous meats (2) Restaurant Itaipu offers a relaxed environment for your fine dining experience, serving a blend of Brazilian and international cuisine.
This morning cross the border for your tour of the Argentinean Falls. Board the ecological train and ride to the ‘Devil’s Throat’ viewpoint. The view from the top of the falls is spectacular. Transfer to the airport this afternoon for your flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival transfer to your hotel.
Three Night Special Stay: Buenos Aires
This morning on you will visit the colourful districts of La Boca and San Telmo. This evening choose one of the following SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining options: (1) 'Parrilla' (Steakhouse) (2) dinner and spectacular Tango Show (3) the elegant Le Sud Restaurant.
Today choose from one of the following included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activities: (1) The Fiesta Gaucha horse show (2) Cruise on the Tigre River and Delta (3) Walking tour to discover Eva Peron (4) Tour of the La Boca Soccer Stadium (5) Visit the El Zanjon underground tunnels.
This morning take a flight to the vibrant and colourful city of Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, transfer to your hotel located on famous Copacabana Beach, for a three night Special Stay. This evening choose one of the following SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining options: (1) Visit a traditional Brazilian Churrascaria and sample a variety of sizzling grilled meats on skewers which are brought to the table and sliced onto your plate until you cannot eat any more (2) Visit a live Samba Music venue (3) Enjoy a fun night on the town visiting the famous Girl from Ipanema Bar for a pre-dinner drink followed by dinner in a local restaurant specialising in seafood.
Three Night Special Stay: Rio de Janeiro
Today your tour covers all the highlights of this vibrant city! First ride the cogwheel railway to visit Corcovado Mountain and see the famous ‘Christ the Redeemer’ Statue. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before riding the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain.
Today choose from one of the following included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activities: (1) Take a tour to Petropolis (2) Walking tour of downtown Rio (3) Jeep tour of the Tijuca Forest (4) Tour the Favelas (Shanty Town) (5) Schooner Cruise on Guanabara Bay. SCENIC ENRICH Tonight enjoy your private farewell dinner.
Your tour ends after breakfast and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
Welcome home!
Brochure: IS/WW/GBP1213
Tour code: USAA.1