Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart UK - Lima
Fly with British Airways from London Heathrow via Miami. Selected regional airports also available for a supplement of £95 per person. Arrive late evening and transfer to your hotel.
Three Night Special Stay: Lima

Day 2: Lima (FB)
Today enjoy a walking tour with your local guide, in the Colonial historic centre of the city, a former capital of the Conquistadors and a World Heritage site. Tonight meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a welcome function and tour briefing.

Day 3: Lima (FB,L)
Today choose from one of the following Scenic FreeChoice tours: (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 .

Day 4: Lima - Sacred Valley (B,HL)
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco. On arrival you will receive your personal oxygen cylinder then you will transfer to the breath-taking Sacred Valley of the Incas. SCENIC ENRICH Included highlight is a visit to Hacienda Huayocarri set in a spectacular location overlooking the Sacred Valley of the Inca’s. The owners have a history spanning over three centuries. Enjoy a typical Andean lunch, prepared from the Hacienda’s own produce. Transfer to your luxurious hotel, located in the heart of the Sacred Valley.
Three Night Special Stay: Sacred Valley

Day 5: Sacred Valley (B,D)
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. Scenic Enrich Visit the community supported by Scenic Tours. Meet the students and teachers at the local school and learn about their lifestyle. Tonight enjoy dinner in the hotel.

Day 6: Sacred Valley (B,L)
Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity choose from: (1) visit the town of Pisac and tour the Inca ruins; or (2) see the Inca salt mines then visit the ruins of Moray; or (3) visit Chinchero Village and enter a local’s house to learn about the weaving techniques; or (4) learn some of the Andean cooking techniques as you help the chef prepare lunch; or (5) visit a local Peruvian Paso Horse Ranch. SCENIC ENRICH Tonight enjoy a private performance of Andean music and dancing with canapés and drinks.

Day 7: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu (FB,L,D)
This morning walk to the train station located at the hotel for your rail journey to Machu Picchu. A highlight of your tour is your full day visit to the ancient Inca site of Machu Picchu. Your expert local guide will share the mysteries of this fabulous “lost city of the Incas” before your lunch at Sanctuary Lodge.
Overnight Special Stay: Machu Picchu

Day 8: Machu Picchu - Cuzco (B)
You have the morning to explore the area at leisure. This afternoon take an rail journey to the Sacred Valley with afternoon tea served onboard the Vistadome train. Take in the breath taking views of the surrounding Andes mountains from from the glass ceilinged carriages. Continue to Cuzco and your luxurious hotel located in the heart of the city centre.
Two Night Stay: Cuzco

Day 9: Cuzco (FB,HD)
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. Tonight is a  SCENIC FREE CHOICE dinner choose from: (1) local Restaurant and Folklore Show; or (2) fine à la carte dining at the Inka Grill; or (3) delicious Andean fusion dinner at the Inti Raymi Restaurant; or (4) fine dining at the MAP Café.

Day 10: Cuzco - Lake Titicaca (FB,HD)
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lake Titicaca and the city of Puno. Today enjoy an 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. Tonight is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE dinner choose from: (1) venture into town and sample local cuisine; or (2) dine in at the Los Uros Restaurant.
Overnight Stay: Lake Titicaca

Day 11: Puno - Lima (FB,L)
Transfer to the airport this morning for your flight to Lima. SCENIC ENRICH - visit Casa Garcia Alvarado, a National Historical house, for a delightful brunch with the owners and a private insight into life in modern day Lima.
Overnight Special Stay: Lima

Day 12: Lima - Iguazu Falls, Brazil (FB,D)
Transfer to Lima International Airport for your flight to Iguazu Falls.
Two Night Special Stay: Iguazu Falls

Day 13: Iguazu Falls (FB,D)
This morning tour the majestic Brazilian Falls. SCENIC ENRICH exciting adventure takes you through the rainforest and onto the water for a thrill you won’t forget. See the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come close to the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’. Tonight enjoy your is a Scenic Free Choice dinner choose from: (1) delicious BBQ buffet at Ipê Poolside Grill; or (2) fine dining in Restaurant Itaipu.

Day 14: Iguazu Falls - Buenos Aires, Argentina (FB)
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.
Three Night Special Stay: Buenos Aires

Day 15: Buenos Aires (FB,HD)
This morning, visit the colourful districts of La Boca and San Telmo. Tonight is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining evening where you choose your meal from the following inclusions: (1) Cabana Las Lilas - a true Argentinean steakhouse in the Puerto Madero area (2) A three course dinner and spectacular Tango Show at Carlos Cardel Tango House (3) Fine dining at the elegant Le Sud Restaurant.

Day 16: Buenos Aires (FB,L)
SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity choose from: (1) Fiesta Gaucha horse show; or (2) cruise on the Tigre River and Delta; or (3) walking tour to discover Eva Peron; or (4) tour of the La Boca Soccer Stadium; or (5) visit the El Zanjon underground tunnels.

Day 17: Buenos Aires - Ushuaia (FB,L,D)
Transfer to the airport this morning for your flight to Ushuaia. On arrival, enjoy a tour of this remote town before stopping to collect your Antarctic boots and transfer to your luxurious cruise ship L’Austral or Le Boréal. Settle in and enjoy the atmosphere before the evening departure. Sailing east through the Beagle Channel, enjoy dramatic views of the mountains of Tierra del Fuego.
Ten Night Cruise: L’Austral

Day 18: Drake Passage (FB,L,D)
Enter the wildlife-rich waters of the Drake Passage. Your expedition leaders will introduce the various species of birds and marine life that you will encounter on your voyage. Wandering albatrosses, shearwaters, cape petrels, and numerous other seabirds will escort you. The first sightings of icebergs and snow-capped mountains indicate that you have reached the South Shetland Islands.

Day 19: Drake Passage (FB,L,D)

Cruising Drake Passage.

Day 20: Antarctic Peninsula (FB,L,D)
Antarctica is the fifth largest continent and 99% is covered with perpetual ice. It is one of the most remote and inaccessible areas in the world. The schedule is flexible in order to take advantage of the unexpected. During the cruise, wet landings will take place with sturdy inflatable zodiacs, accompanied by naturalist guides to give you a richer experience of the treasures of the Antarctic Peninsula. Certain zodiac excursions will not allow for landings. Landings will depend on meteorological conditions, the position of the ice and winds, and the state of the sea. During the visit to this remote area the itinerary includes opportunities to navigate some of the most beautiful waterways: the Gerlache Strait, and the Lemaire Channel, one of the top destinations in Antarctica; steep cliffs hem in the iceberg-filled passage, which is 11 kms long and just 1,600 metres wide at its narrowest point. Visit Pleneau Island and Port Lockroy, a natural harbour on the Antarctic Peninsula of the British Antarctic Territory. Half the island is open to tourists, while the other half is reserved for penguins. The South Shetland Islands are a haven for wildlife. Vast penguin rookeries, beaches ruled by Antarctic fur seals and southern elephant seals make every day spent in this amazing island group unforgettable. Sail through a narrow passage into the flooded caldera of Deception Island. This was a favourite refuge area from the storms and icebergs of Antarctica and is famous for its several colonies of chinstrap penguins. During your passage through the islands you are likely to see weddell, crab eater and leopard seals as well as minke, killer (orca) and humpback whales up close. Sail the Weddell Sea, contained within the two overlapping claims of Argentine Antarctica and British Antarctic Territory. Much of the southern part of the sea is permanent ice and you will see icebergs as you sail through. See Brown Bluff, an extinct volcano located at the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Day 21: Antarctic Peninsula (FB,L,D)
Cruising the Antarctic Peninsula.

Day 22: Antarctic Peninsula (FB,L,D)

Cruising the Antarctic Peninsula.

Day 23: Antarctic Peninsula (FB,L,D)
Cruising the Antarctic Peninsula.

Day 24: Antarctic Peninsula (FB,L,D)
Cruising the Antarctic Peninsula.

Day 25: Drake Passage (FB,L,D)
Leave Antarctica and head north across the Drake Passage. Join lecturers and naturalists on deck as you search for seabirds and whales.

Day 26: Drake Passage (FB,L,D)

Cruising Drake Passage.

Day 27: Ushuaia - Buenos Aires (FB)
Disembark this morning and transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival transfer to your hotel.
Overnight Special Stay: Buenos Aires

Day 28: Buenos Aires - Rio de Janeiro (FB,HD)
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. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to savour the view from your balcony overlooking the beach. Tonight is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining evening where you choose your meal from the following inclusions: (1) A typical Brazilian Churrascaria where you can sample some mouth-watering Brazilian cuts of meat (2) Visit a live Samba Music venue and sample typical Brazilian fare (3) Have a drink at the Girl from Ipanema Bar followed by dinner in a local seafood restaurant.
Three Night Special Stay: Rio de Janeiro

Day 29: Rio de Janeiro (B,L)
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 Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Day 30: Rio de Janeiro (FB,HD)
SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity choose from: (1) take a tour to Petropolis; or (2) walking tour of downtown Rio; or (3) Jeep tour of the Tijuca Forest; or (4) tour the Favela’s (Shanty Town); or (5) visit the Sambodrome and a Samba school. SCENIC ENRICH Tonight enjoy your private farewell dinner at the Horse Neck Bar overlooking Copacabana Beach.

Day 31: Rio de Janeiro (FB)
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Day 32: Arrive UK

Welcome home!