Brazil & Argentina & Chile & Uruguay
Scenic Mountains, Iconic Cities, Colours of the Desert, Magnificent Waterfalls and Patagonia Glaciers
Cenario Tour - 25 Night Itinerary
Explore the natural wonders of Chile, Argentina and Brazil, from the desert to the high Andes. Experience the most iconic cities in South America, including Uruguay. Extend your stay in a tropical beach resort and discover Salvador's unique identity.
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Travel Highlights
- Enjoy stunning landscapes, from desert, waterfalls to huge glaciers
- Explore Santiago, set on the shadow of the mighty Andes
- Experience the colours of Chile's Atacama Desert
- Trek by mountain lakes and observe the chiseled peaks of Torres del Paine
- Observe the natural wonder of Perito Moreno Glacier
- Explore the scenic lakes, forests and villages in the Argentinian Lake District
- Enjoy the stylish city of Buenos Aires, home of the tango
- Take in Uruguay visiting the colonial district of Colonia
- Admire the Iguazu Falls from the Argentinian and Brazilian sides
- Spend 4-nights in Rio de Janeiro, the perfect ending to your trip
Tour Route
- Santiago de Chile - 3 Nights
- Atacama Desert - 3 Nights
- Return to Santiago - 1 Night
- Torres del Paine - 3 Nights
- El Calafate - 2 Nights
- Fly to Bariloche - 3 Nights
- Fly to Buenos Aires - 4 Nights
- Iguazu Falls - 2 Nights
- Fly to Rio de Janeiro - 4 Nights
- Fly back to the UK
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of departure date, route, duration, flights, cabin, hotels, transport and excursions.
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Santiago de Chile
3 NightsDay 1 - Fly to to Santiago de Chile
Day 2 - Guided tour of Santiago de Chile
Day 3 - Cajon Del Maipo & Mountains
Day 4 - Excursion to Vina del Mar & Valparaiso
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- Accommodation
Travel to Santiago de Chile
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Santiago de Chile.
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
Arrive in Santiago de Chile
Arrive in Santiago de Chile in the morning. You guide will meet and escort you to your chosen hotel for a 3-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day tour of Santiago with our guide, visiting the main avenue Alameda Bernardo O’Higgins the Government Palace, the famous main square Plaza de Armas, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Continue to Santa Lucia Hill, the mount upon which the Spanish founded Santiago in 1541.
Thursday, 27 March 2025
Cajon Del Maipo & Mountains
Today we visit the Maipo river valley and the quaint mountain town of San Alfonso, located in rugged mountains with beautiful valleys, rivers, springs and waterfalls. Here you can enjoy horse riding, trekking and hiking, white water rafting, zip line/canopy tour, and ropes course. A superb pool is also available for those who just want to enjoy a day contemplating the Andes while sunbathing.
Friday, 28 March 2025
Excursion to Vina del Mar & Valparaiso
We journey towards the Pacific Ocean, passing the agricultural valleys of Curacavo and Casablanca before reaching Valparaiso, the main port of the country. This brightly coloured city was once the most important maritime destination for trade on the Pacific coast before the Strait of Panama was opened to navigation in 1914. In the afternoon we travel north along the coastline to reach the city of Vina del Mar. This famous seaside city has luscious parks full of huge trees and palms, earning its name 'Garden City'. We will visit the beautiful park Quinta Vergara with its amphitheatre, the museum of fine arts and the popular beaches.

Hotel Boutique Su Merced
Su Merced is renovated townhouse, small boutique hotel with only 9 rooms. Its location in the Lastarria area opposite the park in the heart of Santiago making it ideal for visiting the artistic, bohemian area of Bellavista, the main square Plaza de Armas, Presidential Palace and downtown. The rooms are comfortable and modern though rather…

Hotel Plaza San Francisco
The Hotel Plaza San Francisco is just a short distance from the heart of Santiago.
There are 160 air-conditioned rooms with telephone, cable TV, safety box and mini bar.
The hotel also features a bar, restaurant, swimming pool, sauna, gymnasium and business centre.
Accommodation includes room and breakfast.

Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel
This handsome townhouse, built in 1927, has been renovated and converted into a luxury boutique hotel, with all its original architectural splendour. Filled with European style and sophistication, the 14 rooms were designed to make guests feel at home.
The hotel retains the back garden of the original house, complete with a small pool. The…

Atacama Desert
3 NightsDay 5 - Travel to San Pedro, Atacama
Day 6 - Included excursions
Day 7 - Included excursions
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Travel to San Pedro, Atacama
Transfer to the airport and fly to Calama. From here we drive to San Pedro in the heart of the Atacama Desert. On arrival, check into your chosen hotel or a 3-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
Sunday, 30 March 2025
Included excursions
Today you can choose from a range of excursion options depending on your interests.
Half Day tours: Lickanantai Culture, Toconao & Atacama Salt Flats (Chaxas Lagoon) - Sunset in the Valley of the Moon, Laguna Cejar, Lagunas Del Salar, Los Colorados, Quebrada De Kari or Quebrada De Los Cardones.
Full Day - Tatio Geysers, High Andres Lagoons, High Mountain Villages, Pujsa Salt Flat & the Pakana Monks, Aguas Calientes Salt Flat & Tuyajto, Route of the Shepards (Trekking), Route of the LLaretas (Trekking).
Monday, 31 March 2025
Included excursions
Explore the Atacama Desert on your choice of excursion.

La Casa de Don Tomas
La Casa de Don Tomas is built in the desert style to blend with its environment, and is an ideal base from which to explore the desert.
The rooms are clean, comfortable and spacious, all with modern furnishings and private facilities.
There is a restaurant serving Chilean and International cuisine, a patio for relaxing outdoors…

Terrantai Lodge Hotel
The Terrantai Lodge is a well-hidden retreat, from the street one would assume it is another adobe house, but upon entering you come across a small maze, with a few of the rooms having both a front door and patio door.
There is a pleasant outdoor restaurant which captures the cool breeze and the staff…

Explora Atacama
Covering an area of 17 hectares outside the town of San Pedro, Explora Lodge is a complex of gardens and walkways with modern architecture, comfortable accommodation and many facilities. Newly renovated in 2016, the lodge has its own stables offering a variety of horse riding excursions, as well as its own covered area for astronomy.
Public…

Return to Santiago
1 NightDay 8 - Fly back to Santiago
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Return to Santiago
Transfer to the airport and fly back to Santiago. Transfer to a good hotel, located close to the airport for a 1-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.

Torres del Paine
3 NightsDay 9 - Travel to Torres del Paine
Day 10 - Full day excursion Torres del Paine
Day 11 - Day at Leisure in Torres del Paine
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- Accommodation
Travel to Torres del Paine
Today we fly to Punta Arenas, from where you transfer to the Torres del Paine National Park, one of Chile's largest and most visited parks and check-in to your chosen hotel or lodge for a 3-night stay. The park's towering granite peaks are permanently covered in snow and glaciers melt to form rivers which run through the park into the lakes.
Thursday, 03 April 2025
Full day excursion Torres del Paine
Today enjoy a full day walking excursion to explore Torres Del Paine National. Featuring many beautiful valleys, rivers, lakes, and glaciers, the Cordillera del Paine is the centrepiece of the park located in-between the Magellanic sub-polar forests and the Patagonian Steppes.
Friday, 04 April 2025
Day at Leisure in Torres del Paine
Today you are free to trek or ride horses in the park, or take a boat trip across the lake to see the magnificent Grey glacier.

Lago Grey Hotel
Looking out across the lake, the hotel has been designed to blend in with the surrounding forest of lengua trees.
Its restaurant and bar overlook Glacier Grey and all the rooms are centrally heated. From here you can walk to Peninsula Grey, a craggy outcrop surrounded by icebergs, directly opposite the glacier face or get…

EcoCamp Patagonia
EcoCamp Patagonia is a unique dome hotel, 100% sustainable, modelled on the ancient shelters of the region’s Kaweskar people. Here, you spend your days exploring the fragile paradise of Patagonia trekking, taking multi-sport adventures, and wildlife watching. In the evening, live in harmony with nature in your very own dome.
EcoCamp has a range of…

Explora Torres del Paine
Explora Lodges and explorations offer an award-wining all inclusive luxury experience. The lodge is located in the centre of Torres del Paine National Park, and designed so it interferes the least possible with its natural surroundings. It is an extension of the park with views of Macizo del Paine.
All rooms are heated and designed…

El Calafate
2 NightsDay 12 - Travel to El Calafate
Day 13 - Perito Moreno Glacier
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- Accommodation
Travel to El Calafate
From Torres del Paine we travel across the Andes on a scenic journey to El Calafate, enjoying views over the Patagonian Steppe on the way. On arrival, check into your chosen hotel for a 2-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. In the afternoon there is time to explore the small town or walk by the lake.
Sunday, 06 April 2025
Perito Moreno Glacier
Enjoy a full day tour to the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier, a memorable, peaceful site. Walking on the wooden walkways and platforms we will have an excellent view of the glacier, as well as hearing the thunderous sound of large chunks of ice breaking off and falling into the lake (a process known as calving).

Hotel Sierra Nevada
Situated in El Calafate near the centre this small 20 room hotel offers comfortable surroundings inside and outside offering you a memorable stay and place to relax at the end of the day. Accommodation is very comfortable in either twin, double or triple rooms with private batheoom
The rates are on bed and continental breakfast basis.
The…

Los Sauces Casa Patagonica
Los Sauces Casa Patagonia lies by the Calafate River on a 10-acre surface area which is naturally landscaped with native trees and plant species. The structure of this facility follows the architectural style typical of the region, which combines native features with European influences. The interior offers a cosy climate, both for the body and…

Hosteria Helsingfors
Helsingfors Lodge is set amidst beautiful landscapes in Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina’s Patagonia, surrounded by lush woods and panoramic views of the lake, Mount Fitz Roy and the Andes Mountains. The lodge is a perfect base to explore Patagonian Argentina, with guided trekking and horse riding adventures available from the lodge.
The lodge has…

Fly to Bariloche
3 NightsDay 14 - Fly to Bariloche
Day 15 - Scenic lakes and forest walks
Day 16 - Traful Lake Drive
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Fly to Bariloche
Transfer to the airport and take a domestic flight to Bariloche. On arrival, transfer to your chosen hotel for a 3-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Tuesday, 08 April 2025
Scenic lakes and forest walks
Take a guided hike in the Andean Patagonian Forest, one of the main attractions of the area. This magnificent forest also give us the opportunity to see some Patagonian endemic bird species such as the thorn-tailed rayadito, white-throated treerunner, patagonian tyrant, patagonian sierra-finch and the black-throated huet-huet and chucao tapaculo
After lunch we ride the chairlift up to the top of Cerro Campanario (Belfry Mount) with a wonderful view of the whole area.
Wednesday, 09 April 2025
Traful Lake Drive
Today enjoy a hike through charming rural villages, forests and bushy vegetation. Continue though the stunningly beautiful Nahuel Huapi National Park to Lake Traful. Enjoy a scenic drive to Puerto Arrayán and El Portezuelo and the famous Quetrihue Peninsula.

Hosteria Las Lengas
Located in the village of San Martin de los Andes, at the foot of the mountain you will find Hosteria Las Lengas, in a lush corner of a quiet road, three blocks from downtown and five from Lake Lacar.
The rooms have private bathroom, TV, safe, hair dryer and minibar.
A cozy lodge with excellent services,…

Sol Arrayan Hotel & Spa
Located in the heart of Argentine Patagonia, Sol Arrayán Hotel and Spa is less than a mile away from the centre of Villa La Angostura. The resort overlooks the Nahuel Huapi lake, with 42 rooms leaning on a hillside, affording all its guests an incomparable view, with the snowed mountain peaks reflected on the lake.…

Hotel Nahuel Huapi
Located in the heart of Bariloche city, 200 metres away from the Francisco Moreno Museum of Patagonia and the Bariloche Atomic Centre. The lake is a 7 minute walk from the hotel.
All rooms are supplied with private bathroom, telephone, automatic wake up call service, central heating, colour cable TV and minibar. The hotel has…

Fly to Buenos Aires
4 NightsDay 17 - Fly to Buenos Aires
Day 18 - Guided tour of Buenos Aires
Day 19 - Visit To Colonia In Uruguay
Day 20 - At leisure
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- Accommodation
Fly to Buenos Aires
Transfer to the airport and fly to Buenos Aires. On arrival, transfer to your chosen hotel for a 4-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Friday, 11 April 2025
Guided tour of Buenos Aires
Enjoy a half day city tour visiting the Plaza de Mayo Square, also known as the Revolution Main Square, surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral the "Cabildo". We also visit the Parliament, the Colon Theatre, one of the best Opera houses in the world and a cultural icon of the city. We also visit San Telmo, a flea market and La Boca, famous for its colourful houses and tango dancing.
Saturday, 12 April 2025
Visit To Colonia In Uruguay
Today enjoy a guided tour to the 3rd country on this itinerary. We travel across the Rio de la Plata to Uruguay's district of Colonia and the colonial towns of Colonia del Sacramento and Carmelo, founded by the Portuguese in 1680, who settled on the coast as they considered them strategic for expansion over the Río de la Plata. The historic area of the city preserves its paving stone streets of the colonial times, and has been declared “Cultural Inheritance of Humanity” by UNESCO.
Sunday, 13 April 2025
At leisure
Explore Buenos Aires at your leisure. A range of optional excursions are available with our local guide.

Cyan Hotel de las Americas
An elegant hotel with spacious rooms and situated in the heart of the Barrio Norte, an elegant residential and commercial district, within comfortable walking distance of the exclusive shops of the Santa Fe and 9 de Julio avenues. All 162 rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone, mini-bar, and air-conditioning. There is 24 hour room…

Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel
The Loi Suites Hotel is located in the Recoleta area of Buenos Aires, close to the best shops and the trendy cafes overlooking the park.
The hotel has 112 air-conditioned rooms and suites combining style, comfort and technology. All decorated with tasteful beiges and creams creating a relaxing home away from home. T
There is…

Alvear Palace Hotel
In 1932 a classic was born in Buenos AIres, the Alvear Palace Hotel, a genuine palace right in the heart of the city. Constructed of materials imported from France, the hotel became one of the most characteristic buildings in town, strictly keeping the Louis XVI style.
Situated in the elegant quarter of Recoleta, close to…

Iguazu Falls
2 NightsDay 21 - Fly to Iguazu
Day 22 - Explore the Brazilian side
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- Accommodation
Fly to Iguazu
We depart from Buenos Aires on a morning flight to Iguazu. On arrival, transfer to your chosen hotel for a 1-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the Argentinian side of the iconic falls, visiting the spectacular Devil's Throat.
Tuesday, 15 April 2025
Explore the Brazilian side
Transfer across the border into Brazil. Check-in to your chosen hotel for a 1-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day you are free to explore the falls from a different perspective.

Recanto Park
Located outside the town of Iguassu and well outside the National Parkarea, this hotel is excellent value, with 295 fully equipped modern rooms with wooden floors, a restaurant, bar and spacious leisure area with a large swimming pool.

La Reserva Virgin Lodge
Located in the forest outside of the town of Puerto Iguazu, and 15 minutes from the falls, La Cantera Jungle Lodge has rooms in a series of bungalows connected by raised walkways. The rooms are spacious and well appointed, with a balcony looking out into the forest as well as private facilities and air conditioning.…

Gran Melia Iguazu
Set within the Iguazu National Park the Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel is a three-story hotel with spectaculars views of the magnificent Iguazu Falls. It is the only hotel with rooms that look directly over the Falls.
The superb public facilities include an infinity pool with views of the Iguazu Falls, the Yasi Spa and health club,…

Bourbon Cataratas Resort
The Bourbon has a spacious area, excellent facilities, a swimming pool, tennis courts, a health club and two restaurants. It is located on the road between the town and the Iguassu Falls and the best hotel outside the National Park area. There are 300 rooms all with air-conditioning, able TV and bathroom.

Hotel das Cataratas
The iconic Belmond Hotel das Cataratas is the only hotel located overlooking the Iguassu Falls within the National Park. Restored to its original 1950s charm, the hotel’s hacienda-style exterior is matched by its warm, inviting interior design. The Hotel das Cataratas is a very special place to stay.
Public areas include a large swimming pool,…

Awasi Iguazu
Awasi Iguazú is located on the Argentinian side of the Iguazú Falls. The hotel has the same philosophy as all Awasi hotels: assigning a private vehicle and guide per room to provide guests with personalised services and tailor-made experiences.
The 14 suites (including one master suite) are located in a private reserve on the edge of…

Fly to Rio de Janeiro
4 NightsDay 23 - Fly to Rio de Janeiro
Day 24 - Guided tour of Rio
Day 25 - Explore Rio
Day 26 - Relax on a glorious beach
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- Accommodation
Fly to Rio de Janeiro
Transfer to the airport for a flight to Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, our guide will transfer you to your chosen hotel for a 4-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Thursday, 17 April 2025
Guided tour of Rio
Explore Rio today on a full day tour of Rio de Janeiro with your expert local guide. You day includes visits to the famous statue of Christ the Redeemer at Corcovado Mountain, a drive through the Tijuca Forest and past the Maracana Football Stadium, the Bohemian Santa Teresa district, and the historic city centre of Rio de Janeiro, home of the Portuguese Royal Family.
Friday, 18 April 2025
Explore Rio
A day free to explore Rio at your leisure. Your guide can help with a wide range of optional excursions.
Saturday, 19 April 2025
Relax on the beach
Your final day in Rio; perhaps relax on one of the world famous beaches.

Hotel Arpoador
Arpoador is a modern hotel with a relaxed, informal style symbolised by the casual designer uniforms worn by the staff. Ideally located between Ipanema and Copacabana, one side faces a busy street with large trees and the other side faces a charming pedestrian waterfront promenade along Ipanema beach and the sea. The hotel's restaurant room…

Arena Copacabana
The Arena Copacabana is in a wonderful location overlooking Copacabana Beach.
The decoration is light and modern, with 135 comfortable and spacious rooms, fully equipped with WiFi, air-conditioning and sound proof windows.
The top floor terrace, pool and sauna have a panoramic view of the beach and the ground floor restaurant serves international cuisine.

Fairmont Copacabana
Located by Copacabana Beach with views of Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana is one of the top luxury hotels in Rio. The hotel has been inspired by the glamour carioca in the 1950's, with elegant and stylish public areas and guest rooms.
The hotel has two swimming pools, a spa, sauna, fitness…

Fly back to the UK
Day 27 - Fly back to the UK
Day 28 - Arrive in the UK
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Fly back to the UK
Transfer to the airport for overnight flight back to the UK. You can also extend your stay in Brazil, perhaps on the beach at Buzios or Priara do Forte.
Monday, 21 April 2025
Arrive in the UK
Arrive back in the UK in the morning.
Price Guidelines
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Travel Dates | Year round | |
Room Arrangement | Tourist | First |
Multiple Travellers - Twin Rooms | £10,694 | £13,056 |
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- 28 Days/25 Nights
- International flights (2 overnight)
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- Excursions with English-speaking guides
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