Meals

25 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 10 Dinners

Accommodation

RIO DE JANEIRO : Windsor Plaza Copacabana (F) IGUASSU FALLS : Recanto Park (F) BUENOS AIRES : Kenton Palace (F) LIMA : Jose Antonio Lima (F) SACRED VALLEY : La Casona Yucay (MF) MACHU PICCHU : El Mapi Hotel Machu Picchu (F) CUSCO : Jose Antonio Cusco (F) PUNO : Eco Inn Puno (F) QUITO : Grand Mercure Alameda (SF) GALÁPAGOS CRUISE : Santa Cruz II (F) GUAYAQUIL : Unipark Hotel Guayaquil (SF)

Others

RIO DE JANEIRO Guided sightseeing, visit Corcovado to see the statue of Christ the Redeemer IGUASSU FALLS Guided sightseeing of the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of the falls; Ecological Jungle train ride BUENOS AIRES Guided sightseeing, visit RecoletaCemetery; Tango show and dinner LIMA Guided sightseeing, visit San Francisco Monastery SACRED VALLEY Guided sightseeing of Awanakanchaand Pisac Indian Market; Visit Ollantaytambo, a local home, Seminario Ceramics Workshop, and a chicheria MACHU PICCHU Vistadome train to Machu Picchu; Guided sightseeing of the Machu Picchu ruins; stay overnight in Machu Picchu region CUSCO Guided sightseeing, visit Santo Domingo Monastery, the Cathedral, and Sacsayhuaman, see Kenko and Puca Pucara LAKE TITICACA Guided sightseeing of Taquile Island and the Uros Floating Islands; farewell dinner SILLUSTANI Guided sightseeing, visit a local home GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS 4-night Galápagos Islands cruise

Hygieneprotocol

The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators – like airlines – have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy – requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 – remains in effect until 1 March , 2023. Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ---------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally throughout 2021 and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technology—including our Go Beyond Devices in Europe—enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with Cosmos removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: Cosmos has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operation—from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

Transport

Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring; included intra-vacation air and taxes

Guide

Local Guides for sightseeing in Rio, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, and Lake Titicaca Services of a professional Tour Director

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Others

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Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

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Day 1 Day 1: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Welcome to spectacular Rio de Janeiro! After arrival, settle into your hotel and meet your Tour Director, who will have pointers for your free time exploration.
Day 2 Day 2: Rio De Janeiro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Rio De Janeiro

Guided sightseeing begins with a drive along Rio’s famed Leblon, Ipanema, and more. Take the cog railway 2,300 feet up to the summit of Corcovado to view the Christ the Redeemer statue and enjoy 360-degree views of Guanabara Bay and the bustling city below. The famed statue was completed in 1931 becoming emblematic for both the city and the Brazilian nation as a whole. Your afternoon is free to explore. (B)
Day 3 Day 3: Rio De Janeiro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Rio De Janeiro

A free day in Rio allows you to relax on one of the beaches or take an optional excursion to the historic city of Petropolis. (B)
Day 4 Day 4: Rio De Janeiro–Iguassu Falls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Rio De Janeiro–Iguassu Falls

Fly to Iguassu Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. Journey to the Brazilian side of the falls to see the 275 waterfalls cascading over a precipice almost two miles wide and 250 feet deep. Walk into Devil’s Throat Canyon, where clouds of mist, a thunderous roar, and 180-degree rainbows surround you—an unforgettable experience! (B,D)
Day 5 Day 5: Iguassu Falls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Iguassu Falls

Cross the Brazilian border by motorcoach and visit the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls. Begin with a short ride on the open-air Ecological Jungle Train through the surrounding rainforest. A series of boardwalks takes you above the falls for a look over the edge to see the water crashing down below into the Devil’s Throat. This afternoon, you may opt to visit the Bird Park, home to many species of endemic birds as well as flora from the area. (B)
Day 6 Day 6: Iguassu Falls–Buenos Aires, Argentina
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Iguassu Falls–Buenos Aires, Argentina

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, Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital. After settling into your hotel, you may wish to familiarize yourself with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards, outdoor cafés, and charming shops. (B)
Day 7 Day 7: Buenos Aires
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Buenos Aires

Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide focuses on the city’s well-known landmarks, including the Teatro Colón Opera House and Plaza de Mayo, site of La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House), and Metropolitan Cathedral. Also, visit La Boca and San Telmo, one of Buenos Aires’ oldest neighborhoods, and Recoleta Cemetery, where Eva Perón is buried. End your day with an Argentinean meal, followed by a sensuous Tango show highlighting this alluring dance so popular here. (B,D)
Day 8 Day 8: Buenos Aires
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Buenos Aires

Today is free for independent activities, or you can take an optional excursion to visit a local estancia (ranch) to experience the life of the gauchos (cowboys) on a traditional Argentine ranch complete with a barbecue lunch. (B)
Day 9 Day 9: Buenos Aires–Lima, Peru
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Buenos Aires–Lima, Peru

Board a flight for Lima, Peru. Heralded as the “City of Kings” by Spanish conquistadors, Lima still carries vestiges of its opulent past with its colonial buildings and world-class museums. (B)
Day 10 Day 10: Lima
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Lima

Sightseeing today focuses on Lima’s colonial heritage. Founded in 1535, Lima was once the capital of Spain’s South American Empire. Visit the baroque 11th-century San Francisco Monastery, with Spanish and Moorish architecture throughout. Continue to Plaza Mayor, where you will see the Government Palace that houses the presidential palace and was once the home of Francisco Pizarro, founder of Lima and conqueror of Peru. Nearby, see the cathedral where Pizarro’s remains are buried. The remainder of your day is free to explore on your own. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening. (B,D)
Day 11 Day 11: Lima–Cusco–Sacred Valley
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Lima–Cusco–Sacred Valley

Fly to Cusco high in the Andes and, upon arrival, descend into the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Stop at Awanakancha and learn about the importance of camelids (llama, vicuña, alpaca, and guanaco) for Inca cultures. See them up close and learn how their coats are transformed into colorful weaving fibers that are then used in ancient weaving techniques still in use today. Continue to Pisac, a charming village with a famous Indian market, where you have plenty of time to browse the many colorful stalls selling handicrafts ranging from alpaca sweaters and blankets to painted vases and sterling silver. Later, arrive at your hotel, nestled in the peaceful Sacred Valley. (B,D)
Day 12 Day 12: Sacred Valley
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Sacred Valley

Start the day with a visit to Ollantaytambo and the Inca ruins of the same name. Explore the archaeological site that was the scene of the Inca resistance during the Spanish conquest—the only place ever to resist Spanish attacks. You will see how the temple area at the top of the terraces was the perfect defensive stronghold. Next, visit a local home to experience life in this traditional village, which has been remarkably well preserved. Then, visit the Seminario Ceramics Workshop to learn about Peruvian ancient and modern art. End your day at a local chicheria for a taste of a typical Inca drink in Peru called chicha. (B)
Day 13 Day 13: Sacred Valley–Machu Picchu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Sacred Valley–Machu Picchu

Board the Vistadome train that cuts a path through the picturesque Urubamba Valley bound for Aguas Calientes, the quaint town closest to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Ascend the mountainside through tropical forest to the sacred refuge of Machu Picchu. Your guide recounts the many accomplishments of the Incas as you tour the terraced ruins dating back to the 15th century. Abandoned when the Inca Empire fell to the Spanish, these remarkable ruins remained undiscovered for nearly 400 years. For this reason, many of the mysteries surrounding Machu Picchu remain to this day. (B,D)
Day 14 Day 14: Machu Picchu–Cusco
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Machu Picchu–Cusco

Enjoy some free time this morning to explore the mountain town of Aguas Calientes; perhaps visit the local market, quaint boutiques, or take a walk along nearby trails. Later this afternoon, return to Cusco, former capital of the Inca Empire. (B)
Day 15 Day 15: Cusco
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Cusco

Embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Cusco that focuses on the city that was once the political, military, and cultural epicenter of the Incas. In fact, Inca foundations can still be found in Cusco, with the Spanish baroque structures built on top. Visit the Santo Domingo Monastery, where these two forms of architecture are melded together with the temple of both cultures atop one another. Also, see the Cathedral in the Plaza de Armas before a visit to the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. Some of the best examples of Inca masonry can be found at this fortress, where stones weighing up to 350 tons are pieced together to form a complex that could house up to 10,000 men. Learn about the ceremonies and battles that took place here on your tour. Also, see the ruins of Kenko and Puca Pucara before returning to Cusco. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant followed by an evening at leisure. (B,L)
Day 16 Day 16: Cusco–Juliaca–Puno
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Cusco–Juliaca–Puno

Fly to Juliaca, then transfer to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Legend says the first Inca, Manco Capac, arose from the waters of the lake by the power of the sun god to found the Inca Empire. (B)
Day 17 Day 17: Puno. Excursion To Lake Titicaca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Puno. Excursion To Lake Titicaca

Experience fascinating Lake Titicaca today as you embark on a motorboat tour of the highest navigable lake in the world and its manmade islands. On Taquile Island, see how the local people integrate their Inca and Spanish past. Continue to the Uros floating islands, a group of approximately 40 artificially made islands. Learn how the Uros Indians construct their islands, homes, boats, and many other resources completely of tortora reed, a centuries-old practice. Enjoy a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Director this evening. (B,L,D)
Day 18 Day 18: Puno–Juliaca–Lima
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Puno–Juliaca–Lima

En route to Juliaca, stop at the pre-Incan burial grounds of Sillustani. See the above-ground tombs, chullpas, in which the Aymara Indians buried their high priests. You will be welcomed into a local home for an inside look at life here. Fly to Lima and transfer to your hotel. (B)
Day 19 Day 19: Lima–Quito, Ecuador
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Lima–Quito, Ecuador

Board a flight for Quito. (B)
Day 20 Day 20: Quito
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Quito

Included sightseeing showcases Quito’s treasures: Independence Plaza, the 16th-century San Francisco Monastery, and the Jesuit’s La Compania Church with its stunning golden altars. (B)
Day 21 Day 21: Quito–San Cristobal Island (Embarkation)–Cruising: San Cristobal Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Quito–San Cristobal Island (Embarkation)–Cruising: San Cristobal Island

Fly to San Cristobal. Embark the Galápagos Legend for a 4-night cruise. This afternoon, visit the Galápagos Darwin Interpretation Center with your expert Naturalist and learn about ongoing conservation of the archipelago, its history, ecosystems, flora, and fauna. Next, a walk to Tijeretas Hill brings you to a frigatebird nesting colony. (B,L,D)
Day 22 Day 22: Galápagos Cruising: Española Island Española Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: Galápagos Cruising: Española Island Española Island

Join your Naturalist for excursions to Gardner Bay and Punta Suárez on Española Island, one of the oldest islands in the archipelago. Here, you will see the famous blowhole, as well as unique sea bird colonies, including the waved albatrosses (April-December), Nazca and blue-footed boobies, and Darwin’s finches. (B,L,D)
Day 23 Day 23: Galápagos Cruising: Floreana Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: Galápagos Cruising: Floreana Island

This morning, visit Post Office Bay, named for the wooden barrel that served as an informal post office for sailors passing through. Here, you may also encounter Darwin’s finches, yellow warblers, and lava lizards, and take advantage of another chance for great snorkeling. This afternoon, visit Cormorant Point to see a brackish lagoon, which usually holds one of the largest flamingo populations in the Galápagos. The trail continues to a beautiful white-sand beach, one of the most important nesting sites of Green Pacific sea turtles. Enjoy a chance to snorkel among sea turtles, reef fish, sea lions, and even white-tipped reef sharks. (B,L,D)
Day 24 Day 24: Galápagos Cruising: Santa Cruz Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 24: Galápagos Cruising: Santa Cruz Island

This morning, visit Dragon Hill, where you will find a brackish lagoon frequented by shorebirds, ducks, and flamingos. Further inland, the trail offers a beautiful view of the archipelago, as well as the chance to see land iguanas. A special treat is in store for you this afternoon at Punta Bowditch. Be one of the first people to visit this new site on Santa Cruz Island! Relax on a powdery beach, snorkel around turquoise water islets and hike beside salt pools and dried white corals. This area is also a common nesting site for marine turtles. (B,L,D)
Day 25 Day 25: Galápagos Cruising: Santa Cruz–Baltra (Disembarkation)–Guayaquil
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 25: Galápagos Cruising: Santa Cruz–Baltra (Disembarkation)–Guayaquil

After breakfast, disembark and head into the highlands of Santa Cruz Island and visit the Giant Tortoise Reserve. See and learn about the conservation and breeding programs to protect the endangered tortoise species found here. Continue to the airport and fly to Guayaquil. Tonight is at leisure. (B)
Day 26 Day 26: Guayaquil
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 26: Guayaquil

Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)

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Itinerary of your trip Ultimate South America With Galapagos Cruise

Day 1: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Day 2: Rio De Janeiro

Day 3: Rio De Janeiro

Day 4: Rio De Janeiro–Iguassu Falls

Day 5: Iguassu Falls

Day 6: Iguassu Falls–Buenos Aires, Argentina

Day 7: Buenos Aires

Day 8: Buenos Aires

Day 9: Buenos Aires–Lima, Peru

Day 10: Lima

Day 11: Lima–Cusco–Sacred Valley

Day 12: Sacred Valley

Day 13: Sacred Valley–Machu Picchu

Day 14: Machu Picchu–Cusco

Day 15: Cusco

Day 16: Cusco–Juliaca–Puno

Day 17: Puno. Excursion To Lake Titicaca

Day 18: Puno–Juliaca–Lima

Day 19: Lima–Quito, Ecuador

Day 20: Quito

Day 21: Quito–San Cristobal Island (Embarkation)–Cruising: San Cristobal Island

Day 22: Galápagos Cruising: Española Island Española Island

Day 23: Galápagos Cruising: Floreana Island

Day 24: Galápagos Cruising: Santa Cruz Island

Day 25: Galápagos Cruising: Santa Cruz–Baltra (Disembarkation)–Guayaquil

Day 26: Guayaquil

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