Take an overnight flight to Santiago.

Reception at Santiago airport and transfer to the selected hotel in the heart of the city.

This afternoon, enjoy a private city tour of Santiago. The tour begins from the Funicular de Santiago (Gondola), which provides a stunning and panoramic view over the city from the top of San Cristobal Hill. Travel to the heart of the city and Plaza de Armas the spot from where the city has grown throughout the centuries. Each Latin city has a plaza de Armas as when cities were founded the center was also where the armory and military base was established - hence the name Plaza de Armas (Plaza of Arms). Visit some of the more important buildings such as the Cathedral, the City Council, the Central Post Office and the National Historical Museum.

Continue to the Presidential Palace La Moneda; the current seat of the government. One will wander the streets that were once elegant at the beginning of the 19th century and now are a commercial center. One will also visit some of the original colonial neighborhoods such as Concha y Toro Square. Characterized by its cobbled streets and old mansions that reflect the elegance and richness of the early twentieth century the neighborhood grew to prominence between 1870 and 1876 with the influx of wealth as a result of mining and the discovery of Silver. Many Chileans achieved great wealth, including Enrique Concha y Toro founder of the famed winery. Return to the hotel for the evening.

Note: Check-in is normally after 2 pm. Early check-in may be granted subject to availability (not confirmed).
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This morning, be met at the hotel and transferred to the Casablanca Valley, approximately 50-miles (80-kilometers) from Santiago. The Casablanca Valley is one of Chile’s most important regions for cultivating the grapes that produce crisp white wines, most notably Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Here, one will enjoy a tour, tasting and lunch at one of the local wineries situated along this thriving wine route.

After lunch, leaving the Casablanca Valley, visit Valparaiso, the oldest and most important port in Chile. Here is where travelers will have an opportunity to walk along the city’s winding streets and enjoy the scenery and culture of this charming port-city. Continue on to Vina del Mar, a resort city that was founded in 1874, famous for its beautiful gardens and flower clock. Late in the afternoon return to the hotel in Santiago. Lunch is included today.
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Transfer to the airport and take the flight to Puerto Montt. En route to Puerto Varas, there will be a tour of Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas. Puerto Montt is the capital of the region. Visit Pelluco beach and Chinquihue on the Tenglo Canal before arriving at the picturesque village of Angelmo with time to explore this pretty fishing port and craft center famous for its woolens and woodwork.

Travelers will then visit Puerto Varas, founded by German immigrants in 1854. Continue on to Philippi Hill, where there are many native trees and also a beautiful view over the town and the lake. Head down to the lakeshore and enjoy the view of the tranquil waters with Osorno Volcano in the background. Transfer to the hotel.
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The tour begins by bus from Puerto Varas, taking the road via Ensenada. On arrival at Petrohue, board the catamaran which takes one across All Saints Lake, also known as Esmeralda Lake, until reaching the tiny village of Peulla. Time to eat lunch (included). The journey continues by vehicle to Puerto Frias in Argentina where a boat takes travelers to Puerto Alegre. Travel by bus to Puerto Blest. Continue on Lake Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Panuelo. The last stage of the journey, from here to Bariloche, is done by vehicle.

Morning, free to enjoy Bariloche and its fabulous views of the Andes across the blue waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi.
Bariloche and its surrounding area are evergreen forests, snow-capped peaks, deep blue or transparent green lakes, spring flowers and alpine architecture.

Afternoon, flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

Full-day excursion to an estancia for a typical barbecue lunch and a folklore/gaucho show. Here one will learn about the customs of the Argentinean gauchos, and their amazing abilities on horseback. The meat will be cooked a lo gaucho outdoors on the barbecue. Lunch and drinks included. Afternoon, return to Buenos Aires.

On the Buenos Aires City tour, visit the most famous districts of Buenos Aires, discovering the history and modern life of this world renowned city. The tour provides an in-depth introduction to its architecture, the culture of its people, its anecdotes and secrets. To be put simply Buenos Aires is exceptional: dynamic, sophisticated and awe-inspiring. An exquisite combination of a European atmosphere and the charm of Latin American cities. Begin at the famous Plaza de Mayo, before venturing out to the old tango districts of Buenos Aires: Monserrat, San Telmo and la Boca. Then move on to the busiest areas - Puerto Madero, Retiro and Plaza San Martin - and then, districts with wonderful green spaces and old residences: Palermo and Recoleta.

Tonight, enjoy an evening of Tango! See an unforgettable tango show performed by the best dancers and singers in Buenos Aires, while enjoying a delicious meal with Argentinean wine. After the show return to the hotel.

Note: There are several venues in the city, each offering something unique. Yampu includes the El Querandi or Esquina Carlos Gardel in the 3 and 4-star option with shared transfers, and the Rojo Tango or Gala Tango for the 5 star and deluxe options with private transfers. Estimated pick up time from the hotel is between 7.30 and 8.30 pm; dinner is served between 8:30 pm and 10:15 and tango show starts around 10:15 pm until 11:30 pm. Please see below for detailed information on each venue and discuss with a Yampu travel consultant if there is a specific preference.
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Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Iguazu Falls. Reception at Puerto Iguazu airport and transfer to the hotel. Evening at leisure.

One will first arrive at the New Visitors Center where one will board the train that goes to Cataratas Station (8 minutes away) or one can take a short walk through the Green Trail that leads to the beginning of the path towards the Upper and Lower trails. Otherwise the same train goes on to Garganta Station. UPPER CIRCUIT: The 800 meters of catwalks are detached from the jungle's surface so as to protect the fauna by preventing disruption of their natural trails. From this circuit there is an upper view of the falls, where one can enjoy their magnificence with a panoramic view. LOWER CIRCUIT: 1600 meters of catwalks, also detached from the jungle's surface, enjoy a view from below and around the falls. This circuit provides a unique experience of feeling part of the natural surroundings, watching and sensing their magnitude from up close. DEVIL'S GORGE: Departing from Cataratas Station, the train goes to Garganta Station in about 18 minutes. Then a walk along the catwalks, some 1200 meters over the islands, takes travelers to the Devil's Gorge. Once the circuits are finished, one must go back to the Visitors Center where vehicles are waiting for the return.
This afternoon, enjoy the Great Adventure group tour combining a jungle trip with a boat trip to the falls. The excursion begins in the jungle of the National Park in 4 x 4 trucks without roofs for the best visibility of the trees. There will be excellent opportunities for photos. Departing the trucks, one will take a zodiac boat to the lower Iguazu River upstream for more panoramic views of the Falls. Be prepared to get wet during this adventure! After the tour, return to the hotel.

Note: Not permitted, are: children under 12 years of age, pregnant women, people with spinal or cardiac conditions, or anyone who would be physically unable to respond in case of a nautical emergency. Please ask your travel consultant about this. ...read less

Morning guided tour to the Brazil side of the waterfalls. These natural falls are the largest in the Americas, surrounded by an amazing wildlife preserve in the middle of the jungle. Afternoon, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival in Rio, reception at airport and transfer to the hotel.

Note: Check-in is normally after 2 pm. Early check-in may be granted subject to availability (not confirmed).

Today enjoy a private Half Day Tour to the Sugar Loaf with private driver/guide.
This tour begins with a stroll through downtown Rio, passing by the Sambodrome, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, in pyramid form, with internal diameter of 96 meters and height of 80 meters. Get to know the traditional Cinelandia square with the historical buildings, the Municipal Theater, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts. By taking the Aterro do Flamengo, one will be taken to the neighborhood of Urca where travelers will find one of the largest symbols of the city: The Sugar Loaf. This visit is made in two steps by cable car. The first cable car takes passengers to Urca Hill which is 215 meters high and provides a beautiful view of the Guanabara Bay and its islands, the Rio-Niterói bridge and Corcovado hill. From this stage, a second cable car will be taken up to the top with 395 meters to find a splendid view of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress and some beaches of Niteroi.

Note: If one would like to experience a typical Brazilian lunch after the tour, please let Yampu know and it will be added.
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Afternoon private tour to Corcovado with private driver and guide. The tour begins in Cosme Velho's neighborhood. The cog train rolls through the Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world and up to the statue. Once there, enjoy a panoramic and extraordinary view of Rio, including the Sugar Loaf, the Guanabara Bay, the beaches of Southern Zone and the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon. At the peak of the hill is Christ the Redeemer, the art deco statue of Jesus Christ and icon of Rio. After the visit of the Corcovado, the tour continues to Sao Conrado area with a brief stop at the Pepino beach where one can appreciate hang gliders overhead. Transfer back to the hotel.

Tonight, experience the show at the Rio Scenarium (this tour does not include dinner). Located in the Lapa area, Rio Scenarium is one of the premier places to listen to the best of Brazilian music, and where the real carioca spirit of bohemian way of life can be felt. The venue is an antique shop during the day, and a live music bar during the night. The programming changes every month. The show ends around midnight.

Note: If one prefers a traditional samba performance on a stage, Yampu can include Rio Plataforma. After dinner, enjoy a Brazilian music presentation at the famous Rio Plataforma. Rio Plataforma is one of the premier places to listen to the best of Brazilian music. Please ask a Yampu travel consultant.
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Afternoon transfer to the airport to take the international flight back home.