Excursions & Activities for Grand Tour of South America with Salvador & Peru's Amazon

Duration2: 5.25 Hours

Start with a wonderful barbecue dinner where a prime choice of Brazilian beef and meats are served with typical local and international side dishes. After dinner, in a specially built theater, you will enjoy a colorful folklore and carnival show, a lively and colorful extravaganza of wonderful costumes, dancers, graceful and pretty mulatto girls and the hot beat of the Brazilian samba rhythm, featuring more than a hundred artists. The final apotheosis is a memorable display of dazzling costumes used in the Carnival Parade. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Hotel Pick-up at 6:45pm and Drop-off at 12 midnight. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 4.25 Hours

In the Cosme Velho district we board the cog-wheel train which takes us through the Tijuca Forest to the top of the Corcovado Mountain. The ride takes 20 minutes and is a wonderful opportunity to have a close look at the tropical forest's lush vegetation and to enjoy scenic views of the beaches and the city of Rio. Disembarking at the top of Corcovado you may climb the stairs or take the elevator and escalators to the very top of the mountain where you will stand next to one of the Modern World Wonders: The Statue of Christ the Redeemer. From here you have a really divine view of the "Marvelous City". After descent, you will see some of the most beautiful beaches in Rio. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

8:45 am. hotel pick-up and 1:00 p.m. drop-off. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 4 Hours

Guanabara Bay is the largest bay in the world based on volume of water, and has several islands such as the Governor's Island, Fundao and Snakes Island. While on this cruise, enjoy views of the beaches of Rio, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Fort of Santa Cruz. Light snacks included.

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Duration2: 6.25 Hours

A drive through the outskirts of Rio, up the Serra dos Orgaos on a winding, scenic road through the Atlantic Rain Forest will take you to the "Imperial City of Petropolis", 810 m (2,660 ft) above sea level. We will visit the museum at the summer palace of former Emperor Pedro II of Brazil and the Cathedral with the tomb of the Emperor and his wife. You will see the highlights of this charming city, such as the "Crystal Palace", mansions and buildings from imperial and modern times. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Hotel pick-up 8:45am, drop-off 3:00pm. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 3.5 Hours

Head to Rio's best samba show to experience the lights, colors, and music of Brazil. Feel the energy in the air, your heart beats faster, music and fun are key ingredients of Rio's exciting nightlife! This atmosphere is brought to life at this Samba Show... an experience of live music, brilliant costumes, rhythmic drumming and unbelievable dancing! This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Hotel pick-up 8:30pm, drop-off midnight. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 3 Hours

Drive to the modern district of Monterrico to visit the renowned Gold Museum and enjoy and in-depth tour of its priceless collection of pre-Columbian gold artifacts. The showcases of artifacts display the craftsmanship of several centuries of Peruvian history, mainly in pre-Inca gold. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Blackout days. Most religious holidays. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 3.25 Hours

Enjoy an overview of Peru's pre-Columbian history while visiting the Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology. The museum's collection documents the development of every major culture and civilization of Peru from the first hunter-gatherers to modern times. Then proceed to the Larco Herrera Museum, housed in an 18th century colonial mansion that holds the most extensive collection of pre-Columbian art in Peru. It contains fine examples of textile work, one of which has a world record-breaking 398 threads per inch, as well as the tools ancient Peruvians used to produce textiles, metals, huaco ceramics and gold and silver pieces with semiprecious stones. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Blackout dates: most religious holidays. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 3 Hours

Visit the Larco Museum, founded in 1926 by Peruvian archaeologist Rafael Larco Hoyle, the museum showcases remarkable chronological galleries providing an excellent overview on 3000 years of development of Peruvian pre-Columbian history. Located in a unique 18th century vice-royal mansion built over a 7th century preColumbian pyramid, the museum is also surrounded by beautiful gardens. The museum features the finest gold and silver collection from Ancient Peru and the famous erotic archaeological collection, one of the most visited Peruvian tourist attractions. For an unforgettable experience, Larco is one of the few museums in the world where visitors can also choose to enter the storage area with its 45,000 classified archaeological objects. Its masterpieces are considered worldwide icons of Pre-Columbian art, after being exhibited in the world's leading museums. Next, a brief tour to Pueblo Libre, a small, quiet residential district located not far from the Historic Center of Lima. You will visit the "Antigua Taberna Queirolo", modeled on what a 16th-century European tavern would have looked like. Also, the Santiago Queirolo Winery next door, offers a naturally great selection of beverages. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Blackout days - May 1, Jun 29, Jul 28, 29, Aug 30, Nov 1, Dec 24, 25 & 31, Holy Week. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 3.25 Hours

Drive 30 minutes southeast of Lima to visit the Pachacamac Pilgrimage Center. Built around 700 A.D. as a temple for the worship of the sun god, Pachacamac, it housed an oracle that is believed to be one of the main pilgrimage centres in pre-Columbian Peru, and on a par with Cusco. Pilgrims flocked here from far away to worship Pachacamac, who was believed to be the creator of the world and its creatures. The site includes palaces, plazas and temples that have been painstakingly restored. The on-site museum has a collection of local relics. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Blackout days May 1, Jun 29, Jul 28 & 29, Aug 30, Nov 1, Dec 24, 25 & 31. Most religious holidays. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. This tour involves moderate activity.

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Duration2: 6 Hours

Drive 30 minutes southeast of Lima to visit the Pachacamac Pilgrimage Center. Built around 700 A.D. as a temple for the worship of the sun god, Pachacamac, it housed an oracle that is believed to be one of the main pilgrimage centres in pre-Columbian Peru, and on a par with Cusco. Pilgrims flocked here from far away to worship Pachacamac, who was believed to be the creator of the world and its creatures. The site includes palaces, plazas and temples that have been painstakingly restored. The on-site museum has a collection of local relics. Proceed to Hacienda Mamacona, one of the finest horse ranches in the country to savor a local dinner. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Hotel drop off - Pick up 14:30 and drop off 20:00. Blackout dates - July 28 & 29, Dec 24, 25, & 31. Most religious holidays. Need comfortable walking shoes. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 7.25 Hours

Visit Argentina's neighboring country, Uruguay, and see the historic city of Colonia. A visit to the historic center of Colonia del Sacramento is like a walk back in time. Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese, this old colonial town is renowned for its cobbled, winding streets and colorful houses reminiscent of old Lisbon. Enjoy a guided tour and an included lunch. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels. The ferry ticket is not included in the price of this tour.

Good walking shoes recommended. This tour involves moderate activity.

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Duration2: 5 Hours

Spending a night visiting one of the many Tango Shows the city offers, is a MUST when you are visiting Buenos Aires. Tonight you will enjoy dinner followed by a traditional Argentinian tango show at El Viejo Almacen founded in 1969. You will be enthralled by the professional tango dancers as they perform their sensous and passionate dances to the porteno love songs. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

Dinner and a show and drinks included. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 7.25 Hours

In Argentina ranches dedicated to cattle breeding and to growing grains are called Estancias. Today, enjoy a complete day at an estancia in the pampas, where Buenos Aires ends and home to the gauchos! This full-day excursion is an ideal opportunity to absorb the atmosphere of rural life and a colorful feast in the heart of the pampas. Lunch includes world-renowned Argentine beef and live entertainment by gauchos in their native costumes. After lunch, the folklore show will begin with its music and dances. The day will end with demonstration of typical activities at an estancia: regional games on horseback such as the carrera de sortijas, where two teams gallop at full tilt under a wooden arch and try to pass a pin through a small ring hanging from the arch. This excursion will not be operated as a private charter and is not available on all days.

Good walking shoes recommended. Lunch provided. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 3 Hours

During this tour you will have the chance to visit your choice of two of the most outstanding art museums in Buenos Aires. Choose between the National Museum of Fine Art, the Museo Isaac Fernandez Blanco known for its hispanic-american collection, the Modern Art Museum, or the Museum of Latin American Art with one of the world's great collections of Latin American Art. PRIVATE EXCURSION: The standard price listed is for a private excursion which means you will not be joining others on this tour.

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off provided. This is a leisurely paced tour.

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Duration2: 3.5 Hours

This tour leads you to the various markets which are held in very famous places in Buenos Aires. First stop will be made in La Boca which is literally Buenos Aires' most colorful barrio. It was settled and built up by Italian immigrants along the Riachuelo, a sinuous waterway. Much of La Boca's color springs from the brightly painted houses and corrugated metal roofs of the Caminito, a popular pedestrian walk and former rail terminus that takes its name from a popular tango. At the Caminito, painters are offering their pictures representing Caminito Street or typical tango scenes. At the end of the Caminito, guests will find a market offering handicrafts. Continuing our tour you will reach the next barrio San Telmo which is an artist's quarter where bohemians find large spaces at low rents. San Telmo is the best kept historical neighborhood and oldest district of Buenos Aires. Here you have time to stroll around Plaza Dorrego, where you can find many antique shops. On Sundays Plaza Dorrego is a "MUST", as then there is an antique market. Finally you will visit Recoleta. Among the areas to which the upper-class portenos of San Telmo relocated after the yellow fever epidemic of the 1870s, Recoleta is today one of Buenos Aires' most fashionable districts. At the cemetery of Recoleta you will find the grave of Eva Duarte who became famous as Eva Peron (Evita). The cemetery is the center of this aristocratic district. Here you will find the Municipal Cultural Center, elegant boutiques and excellent restaurants, surrounded by centennial trees. During the weekend on the Plaza Francia a handicraft market is held and many street artists are representing their skills. PRIVATE EXCURSION: The standard price listed is for a private excursion which means you will not be joining others on this tour.

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Duration2: 4.25 Hours

Join an optional morning outing featuring a drive through the fashionable riverside suburbs of Olivos, San Isidro, and San Fernando to Tigre, where you board your motor launch for a leisurely cruise along the waterways and islands of the delta. Cruise past turn of the century mansions, English cottages, and Italian villas as well as beautiful yacht clubs. This excursion is not operated as a private charter which means you may join others on the same tour which may require picking up and dropping off at several hotels.

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