South American Discovery with Brazil's Amazon - 20 Days

• Brazil
• Argentina
• Peru

Special features on this tour include:

•Guided sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro includes the cog railway up Corcovado Mountain to the foot of the Christ the Redeemer statue
•Visit the downtown Rio de Janeiro, the Cathedral
•Enjoy a traditional Brazilian BBQ
•Visit both sides of Iguassu Falls with a Local Guide
•Guided sightseeing in Buenos Aires to see Plaza de Mayo, La Casa Rosada, and the Metropolitan Cathedral
•Guided walk through the San Telmo neighborhood
•Guided tour of Recoleta Cemetery
•Tango show with dinner
•All internal flights as noted in the itinerary

World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.

The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:

• City of Cusco
• Historic Center of Lima
• Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
• Iguazu National Park

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

JOSE CORDEIRO

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

Born in Rio de Janeiro, being a Tour Director is not just a dream job, it is my passion. Whether I'm revealing a famous sight or a hidden treasure to my guests, or simply helping them plan their day, it is my passion to help people discover more about Brazil and South America. I like to share my stories, experience, and knowledge with guests so that they can get a real insider's point of view.

Manaus

Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus

• WiFi/First-Class

HOTEL AMENITIES

Spa Services, Business Center, Fitness Room, Elevator, Laundry Available, Restaurant On-Site, Free WiFi, Luggage Storage, Pool, Bar/Lounge, Parking/Valet

ROOM FEATURES

Complimentary Newspaper, Non-smoking Rooms, Desk, Voicemail, Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, Mini-bar, In-Room Safe, Room Service, Wake-Up Calls, Alarm Clock, Internet Access, Cable/Satellite, Air Conditioning

Amazon Reserve

Ecopark Jungle Lodge

• WiFi/BestAvailable

HOTEL AMENITIES

Concierge desk, Restaurant On-Site, Currency Exchange, Pool, Gift Shop, Bar/Lounge

ROOM FEATURES

Hair Dryer, Smoking Rooms, Window Opens, Climate Control, Complimentary Toiletries, Air Conditioning, Daily Housekeeping

Rio De Janeiro

Hilton Rio Copacabana

• WiFi/ModerateDeluxe

HOTEL AMENITIES

Spa Services, Business Center, Fitness Room, Elevator, Laundry Available, Concierge desk, Restaurant On-Site, Luggage Storage, Beauty Salon, Pool, Bar/Lounge, Parking/Valet, Hot Tub

ROOM FEATURES

Coffee Maker, Non-smoking Rooms, Desk, Voicemail, Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, Mini-bar, Iron/Ironing Board, In-Room Safe, Room Service, Wake-Up Calls, Alarm Clock, Internet Access, Cable/Satellite, Climate Control, Complimentary Toiletries, Air Conditioning

Iguassu Falls

Bourbon Cataratas Hotel

• WiFi/First-Class

HOTEL AMENITIES

Spa Services, Business Center, Fitness Room, ATM, Elevator, Laundry Available, Concierge desk, Restaurant On-Site, Currency Exchange, Luggage Storage, Beauty Salon, Pool, Gift Shop, Bar/Lounge, Parking/Valet

ROOM FEATURES

Desk, Voicemail, Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, Mini-bar, Smoking Rooms, In-Room Safe, Room Service, Wake-Up Calls, Window Opens, Internet Access, Cable/Satellite, Climate Control, Complimentary Toiletries, Air Conditioning, Daily Housekeeping

Buenos Aires

Hotel Alvear ICON

• WiFi/SuperiorFirst-Class

HOTEL AMENITIES

Spa Services, Business Center, Fitness Room, Elevator, Laundry Available, Concierge desk, Restaurant On-Site, Free WiFi, Luggage Storage, Pool, Bar/Lounge

ROOM FEATURES

Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, Mini-bar, In-Room Safe, Room Service, Internet Access, Cable/Satellite, Complimentary Toiletries, Air Conditioning

Lima

Hotel Pullman Miraflores

• WiFi/SuperiorFirst-Class

HOTEL AMENITIES

Fitness Room, Elevator, Restaurant On-Site, Free WiFi, Pool, Bar/Lounge

ROOM FEATURES

Coffee Maker, Desk, Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, Mini-bar, Iron/Ironing Board, In-Room Safe, Internet Access, Cable/Satellite, Complimentary Toiletries, Air Conditioning

Sacred Valley

Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel and Villas

• WiFi/SuperiorFirst-Class

HOTEL AMENITIES

Spa Services, Business Center, Fitness Room, ATM, Laundry Available, Restaurant On-Site, Free WiFi, Currency Exchange, Luggage Storage, Bar/Lounge, Parking/Valet

ROOM FEATURES

Complimentary Newspaper, Coffee Maker, Desk, Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, In-Room Safe, Room Service, Window Opens, Internet Access, Cable/Satellite, Clock Radio, Daily Housekeeping

Machu Picchu

Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel

• WiFi/ModerateDeluxe

HOTEL AMENITIES

Spa Services, Business Center, Elevator, Laundry Available, Concierge desk, Restaurant On-Site, Currency Exchange, Luggage Storage, Gift Shop, Bar/Lounge

ROOM FEATURES

Complimentary Newspaper, Desk, Voicemail, Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, Mini-bar, Iron/Ironing Board, In-Room Safe, Room Service, Window Opens, Internet Access,Cable/Satellite, Daily Housekeeping

Cusco

Casa Andina Premium Cusco

• WiFi/First-Class

HOTEL AMENITIES

Spa Services, Business Center, ATM, Laundry Available, Restaurant On-Site, Free WiFi, Currency Exchange, Luggage Storage, Gift Shop

ROOM FEATURES

Coffee Maker, Non-smoking Rooms, Desk, Phone, Television, Hair Dryer, Mini-bar, Iron/Ironing Board, In-Room Safe, Wake-Up Calls, Alarm Clock, Internet Access, Cable/Satellite, Complimentary Toiletries, Daily Housekeeping

From US$ 9,008

*Including intra-vacation air & taxes

*prices per person, based on double occupancy for 22 October 2026 departure

*Contact Us for Dates and Prices

Notes:

•Maximum enjoyment of this vacation requires walking on cobblestone streets, uneven pathways, and climbing stairs. Elevations exceeding 10,000 feet can make even modest exertion a challenge. Maximum elevation on this tour is 12,200 ft.
•For the Amazon adventure, guests should be prepared for eco-lodging due to their remote nature in the rainforest. The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. Water levels are historically low during the draught months of September – November. When conditions are unfavorable, alternative eco-lodging and excursions will be provided. Further, guests should be prepared for sustained walking, possibly muddy conditions, and have the ability to get into/out of small watercrafts such as canoes and small fishing boats.
 

Day 1 Arrive in Manaus, Brazil (D)

Welcome to Manaus! Upon arrival, you will be met by your Globus representative.

Please note: You will meet your Tour Director in Rio de Janeiro.

Day 2 Manaus-Amazon Jungle (B/L/D)

Rivers of Life. Today your “Meeting of the Waters” tour passes the impressive British-built Customs House and the floating port. Cruise on the chocolate-hued Rio Negro to its confluence with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões, where the two rivers form the mighty Amazon. For four miles the different bodies of water flow side by side and never mix! After lunch, explore a jungle island (water level permitting) with native flora and fauna. Arrive at the ecolodge on the banks of the Rio Negro inside the Amazonian rainforest.

Please note: The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. When conditions are unfavorable (draught season is generally September – November), alternative eco-lodging and excursions will be provided.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Stay in the Amazon on the banks of the Rio Negro at an ecolodge. Each day spent here brings new adventures from guided nature walks, visit with a Caboclo local, to night-time adventures and much more.

Day 3 Amazon Jungle (B/L/D)

Monkey Business. Accompanied by a Naturalist, enjoy a guided walk to see the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon. After lunch, sail up the river to visit with a Caboclo local to learn about their traditions and culture. Later, visit the Monkey Jungle Reserve (seasonal), where researchers work to rehabilitate primates like spider, squirrel, woolly, and capuchin monkeys and reintroduce them into the jungle. This evening, venture back out on a canoe with your Naturalist to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night, with the possibility to spot small alligators (or other nocturnal creatures).

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CONSERVATION HEROES During your stay at an Amazon ecolodge, you will have the chance experience the jungle at night with an expert Naturalist guide who sheds light on the intricate relationships between the fascinating array of flora and fauna who call the Amazon home.

Day 4 Amazon Jungle-Manaus-Rio De Janeiro (B)

Brazilian Boomtown. This morning, depart for Manaus. Take a guided sightseeing tour to explore the city’s vestiges of its glory days during the rubber boom. See the famed Opera House, built in 1896 with materials imported from Europe. Visit a local market, abundant with local foods and wares. Continue to the airport for your flight to Rio and an overnight stay.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CULTURE & TRADITIONS Experience an authentic local market in Manaus. See the fresh fish brought in daily, fruit, spices, and indigenous medicines all locally sourced from the Amazon Basin.

Day 5 Rio De Janeiro (B)

Reaching New Heights. After free time this morning, meet your Tour Director at 3:30pm for a drive to the base of 1,300-foot-high Sugarloaf Mountain. Ascend by cable car to its summit, where you can take in spectacular vistas of the city. Next, toast the start of a memorable vacation with caipirinhas, a traditional Brazilian cocktail, during a cocktail party.

LOCAL FAVORITE

LOCAL TASTES A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits atop Sugarloaf Mountain overlooking Guanabara Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Take in the breathtaking panoramic views followed by a private cocktail party with your fellow travel companions. Toast with a traditional caipirinha, Brazil’s national cocktail, made with fresh lime, cachaça, and sugar. Deliciosa! (B)

Day 6 Rio De Janeiro (B/D)

Heavenly Views. The city’s landmark, the statue of Christ the Redeemer, crowns Corcovado Mountain, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. A scenic ride by cog railway leads to the top, where a breathtaking 360-degree panorama affords sweeping views. From here, proceed to bustling downtown Rio, where modern office towers stand next to relics of the Portuguese colonial past. View the Sambodromo and visit the Cathedral. The afternoon is at leisure for you to experience this vibrant city on your own. Tonight, it’s a fun outing to a churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

EPIC RIDE Soar to the summit of Corcovado Mountain by cog railway to reach the site of the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. This crowning jewel of Rio and Brazil was constructed between 1922 and 1933. The statue of Jesus Christ stands 98 feet high (124 feet including the pedestal) with an arm span of 92 feet wide. Towering over the city, this piece of art is truly an engineering marvel and was voted a New 7 Wonders of the World.

Day 7 Rio De Janeiro (B)

Beaches, Boutiques & Bites. A full day at leisure to enjoy Rio. Relax on one of the world-famous beaches or take advantage of the world-class shopping or fine dining.

ENHANCED FREE TIME

EXPLORE MORE Spend free time in Rio de Janeiro with an optional excursion to Petropolis, (mountain resort and former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II). This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO app.

Day 8 Rio De Janeiro-Iguassu Falls (B/D)

What a Rush! A flight from Rio takes you to Iguassu Falls. Experience the clouds of spray, the incessant roar, and the surrounding luxuriant tropical growth that make this an unforgettable natural wonder. Head into Brazil’s Iguassu National Park to enjoy the magnificent panorama of waterfalls from the Brazilian side. Your Local Guide introduces the spectacle of this 2-mile-wide rushing torrent. With some cataracts as high as 250 feet, Iguassu Falls is nothing short of hypnotic!

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

PICTURE PERFECT Explore incredible Iguassu National Park (Brazilian side) and walk the pathways skirting Iguassu Falls. Watch for amazing wildlife in this protected area, including toucans, agoutis, giant otters, anteaters, tapir, and even jaguars!

Day 9 Iguassu Falls. Excursion to Iguassu Falls, Argentina (B)

Taking the Plunge. Today, journey across the Brazilian border by motorcoach to the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls, where you will enjoy a closer perspective on a walking tour of the falls. Meander along the walkways from atop the falls and enjoy an exhilarating view looking over the precipice of the falls as the water plunges to the rocks below. You will also have the chance to walk through the rainforest on the lower falls trails that will bring you up close to some of the smaller cataracts. Cross back into Brazil and return to the hotel, where the remainder of the day is at your leisure.

Day 10 Iguassu Falls-Buenos Aires, Argentina (B)

The Boulevards of Buenos Aires. This morning, cross the Brazilian border into Argentina by motorcoach to transfer to the Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. After arriving, acquaint yourself with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards and outdoor cafés.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

CITY SIGHTS Elegant European architecture, epicurean cuisine, and a café culture to rival any rue de Paris, Buenos Aires is a city of leisurely afternoons sipping café con leche or the choicest Argentinian wines.

Day 11 Buenos Aires (B/D)

Dining, Dancing, Dazzling. Your included sightseeing this morning starts in La Boca, a vibrant district and site of the city’s first port. Take a short walking tour of this unique enclave at the mouth of the river and then on to San Telmo, famous for its late-colonial buildings and as a popular gathering spot for artists. At the Plaza de Mayo, see La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House) and the Metropolitan Cathedral, which houses San Martin’s Mausoleum. Drive past the ornate Teatro Colón opera house before reaching Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Perón. After an afternoon at leisure, top off the evening at a famous Tango club. Start with a dance lesson, followed by dinner of Argentine steaks and other local specialties, and end with a show featuring flawless performances of Latin America’s most sensuous dance—the Tango!

LOCAL FAVORITE

CULTURAL GEMS Like two dancers entwined in perfect sync, the Tango and Argentina go hand in hand. Tonight, feel the passion of this iconic dance at a local milonga (Tango house), where professional tango dancers teach you the traditional techniques of the Argentine Tango. After learning some of the key dance moves, the professionals will delight you in Tango Show featuring the dance as it has evolved through the ages. Plus, dine on Argentine specialties and wine too!

Day 12 Buenos Aires (B/L)

Ranch Life. Today, head into the heart of the pampas (grasslands) and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of rural, country life at a working Argentina estancia (ranch). After a traditional welcome with empanadas and local beverages, get acquainted with the lifestyle of real gauchos (cowboys) on a carriage ride through the pampas. Later, at lunch, enjoy an authentic feast, complete with world-renowned Argentine beef, salad, desserts, and live music and dance by the gauchos themselves. Top off the day with an equestrian demonstration by the gauchos before saying adios to the countryside and heading back to the city.

LOCAL FAVORITE

CULTURE & TRADITION Argentinean Estancias date back to the 16th Century during Spanish colonization when conquistadors where gifted land to raise and breed cattle. Today, these lands and traditions that go along with them have been passed down from generation to generation. Today, you step into the traditional, local life of a gaucho and embrace Argentinian heritage.

Day 13 Buenos Aires-Lima, Peru (B)

Adiós, Argentina. Hola, Peru! After a morning at leisure to enjoy Buenos Aires on your own, fly to Lima, the capital of Peru located on the country’s arid Pacific Coast.

ENHANCED FREE TIME

CULTURAL TREASURE Founded in 1535 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, Lima is a modern melting pot of food fusion, fashion, and fascinating finds in art, culture, and architecture. From the central square of Plaza Mayor to the ceviche and pisco sours to tempt the palate, you’ll find feasts for the eyes and the appetite in this capital city of Peru

Day 14 Lima (B/D)

Legendary Lima. Your city sightseeing tour focuses on Lima’s rich colonial history as well as the modern city. See the 18th-century San Francisco Monastery with its unique cloisters, Government Palace, and the cathedral situated around the vast Plaza de Armas. Tonight, visit the Larco Herrera Museum, which houses the largest private collection of Pre-Columbian Peruvian art in the world. Enjoy dinner at the museum’s restaurant.

LOCAL FAVORITE

ART & ARCHITECTURE This evening, an exclusive guided tour of Lima’s Larco Herrera Museum, on the site of a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid, introduces you to the world’s largest private collection of pre-Columbian Peruvian art. See 5,000 years of art, artifacts, and archaeological treasures followed by a special dinner in the beautiful Peruvian café here.

Day 15 Lima-Cusco-Sacred Valley (B/D)

Empire of the Andes. Fly to Cusco, the impressive Andean city that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. Head into the Sacred Valley of the Incas and visit the semi-circular Kenko Amphitheater with its stone altars and labyrinth of passages, and see the ancient site of Puca Pucara. Also, in the Sacred Valley, experience an El Pago a la Tierra, or Mother Earth Ceremony, performed by a local shaman. Continue to Pisaq, a historic mountain village and famous market. Here, taste an empanada and enjoy free time to shop for local wares, such as alpaca sweaters and blankets, jewelry, or hand-painted ornamental dishes and vases at its famous market. Stay in the Sacred Valley tonight, with dinner at the hotel.

LOCAL FAVORITE

CULTURE & TRADITION Feel the earth, smell the coca leaves, and taste the chicha today as you make payment to Mother Earth. Participate in an El Pago a la Tierra, an ancient ceremony led by a shaman thanking Mother Earth and asking for good health, wealth, and safe travels. These mystical ceremonies have been practiced in Peru since before the arrival of the Incas.

Day 16 Sacred Valley-Machu Picchu (B/D)

Mystery on the Mountain. This morning, visit the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo, followed by a visit to a local home, meet some of the area’s families, and experience their way of life in the Sacred Valley. Then, board the Vistadome train for a scenic journey through the lush Urubamba Valley. Upon arrival, ascend the mountainside to legendary Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” Your Local Guide will introduce this intact fortress with its temple remains, holy houses, and mile-long aqueduct, and will bring you closer to the mysteries still hidden in these amazing structures. Tonight, learn how to make the perfect Pisco Sour at a Peruvian cooking demonstration before your included dinner.

Day 17 Machu Picchu-Cusco (B/L)

Here Comes the Sun. A morning at leisure in Machu Picchu allows you to wake up early to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu with your second included entrance to the ruins. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and continue to Cusco.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

HISTORY & MYSTERY Staying overnight in Machu Picchu allows you to rise early and experience the ruins at their most pristine before the crowds arrive. Watch as the mist slowly burns off and the sun rays illuminate the ruins. While you are there, you may even want to try and get a selfie with one of the local llamas or alpacas!

Day 18 Cusco (B/D)

Sun Worship & Spanish Conquests. On your guided sightseeing tour of Cusco today, learn more about the Inca and Spanish influence. Begin at the heart of Cusco in the Plaza de Armas (main square), with a visit to the imposing Cathedral, where construction began in 1550 and was finally completed 100 years later. Continue to Koricancha and the Santo Domingo Monastery and see how the two sites have become one. The Temple of the Sun at Koricancha was once the most important Inca site, dedicated to the worship of the Sun. The walls, altars, and decorations were all said to be covered in gold—until the Spaniards looted the temple and then built the contrasting Baroque Santo Domingo Monastery on top of the temple’s foundations. Also, visit the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, perched on a hillside overlooking Cusco. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore on your own. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a festive farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

LEGENDARY LIVES Built in the 15th Century by the Incas, the Temple of Sacsayhuaman complex is considered to be one of the Inca’s greatest architectural creations. It is believed the site was originally constructed as a ceremonial site and later a fortress when the Spanish invaded. It remains unfathomable how and when this fortress of gigantic stones—with some blocks weighing more than 350 tons—was built. During your guided tour, learn some of the theories on how the massive stones used were carved, carried, and placed

Day 19 Cusco-Lima

Hasta Luego, Cusco. A short morning flight returns you to Lima. For a special treat, make a stop at a local  Peruvian food market to get a real taste of the life of the local people. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore on your own.

LOCAL FAVORITE

LOCAL TASTES Stop for a real taste of Peru at a local market. Sample some of the local fruits and vegetable that aren’t found in other parts of the world. You can also find spices, meats, seafood, and even a souvenir or two. And you’ll definitely want to take some photos of the beautiful, brightly hued displays.

Day 20 Lima (B)

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.