Arrive at your luxurious hotel. Admire its unique style combining early 20th century with neoclassical French architectural influences in an artistic homage to the city’s history and culture. Treat yourself to a massage in the spa or sip a refreshing cocktail before exploring the hotel’s elevated terrace of the Parque Forestal for a forest escape alongside the hotel. This evening, indulge in a celebratory dinner of your South America luxury tour.
Discover the sites of Santiago from San Francisco Church and the Santa Lucia Hill to the bustling Plaza de Armas, Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral and San Cristóbal Hill to indulge in 360-degree views of the city. Enjoy a local Chilean seafood lunch as you continue your grand tour of South America.
Uncover the bohemian spirit and coastal charm of Valparaíso, a UNESCO-listed city where colorful hillside homes and street art reveal a rich artistic soul. Later, venture into Chile’s celebrated wine country for a hands-on culinary experience in an intimate kitchen setting. Prepare seasonal dishes alongside a private chef, then savor the fruits of your labor with a wine-paired five-course lunch in tranquil vineyard surrounds.
This morning, jet off to glamorous Buenos Aires for your luxurious stay at your hotel in the stylish neighborhood of La Recoleta. Settle into your comfortable surroundings before enjoying mesmerizing music and dance at Rojo Tango.
Explore Buenos Aires’ neighborhoods and stand beneath the balcony made famous by Eva Perón. Tour the Belle Époque Teatro Colón opera house. This afternoon head to Fogón Asado, opening exclusively for Luxury Gold. Indulge in a restaurant that presents a new way of living the traditional Argentine 'asado.'
Delve into the world of “gauchos,” South American cowboys, visiting a traditional “estancia” ranch enjoying a guided horseback ride, gaining insight into the traditions or joining a guided tour ending with traditional mate tea. Conclude the day entertained by a show of horsemanship skills and folk music paired with a succulent asado lunch and traditional mate tea.
Experience nature’s grandeur at the Argentinean side of Iguassu Falls with your Local Expert where winding catwalks lure you to the rushing waters of Devil's Throat’s waterfall. Dinner with wine is served at Ipe Grill within your luxurious resort - the only one inside Brazilian Iguassu National Park.
Join a Local Expert to explore the Brazilian side of the falls, following walkways with dramatic views over San Martin Island and descending to the base for a closer look at this thundering spectacle. Later, unwind at your leisure. Whether strolling the tranquil gardens or sipping a cocktail by the pool, the afternoon is yours to savor.
Jet off to Rio de Janeiro, the 'Marvelous city,' where one of South America’s most iconic hotels awaits. The golden sands of iconic Ipanema Beach and Copacabana Beach are just steps away.
Reach the great heights of Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for unparalleled views of the city’s peaks, bays and beaches. Savor a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® lunch at a social impact restaurant, where each exquisite three-course meal funds the same dining experience for someone in need. Continue with a visit to the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, an iconic Art Deco building designed by Francisco Joaquim Bethencourt da Silva. Next, indulge your literary side admiring the ceiling-high stacks within the Gothic-Renaissance style walls of the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading.
Take a train up Corcovado Hill to admire the Christ the Redeemer statue. Uncover the inspiration behind bossa nova during an exclusive presentation with Cecelo Frony, a local guitarist, music aficionado and studio owner. Dine at the French-Brazilian L'Etoile Restaurant.
After one last decadent breakfast of your Lima to Rio de Janeiro luxury tours, your transfer will take you to the Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
