Departure Dates:

Valid until December 2024-2025

Detailed Itinerary:

DAY 1 | Mexico arrival

Arrival to Mexico City. Pick up at the airport by our guide who will help with the transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.

Meals included: None.

DAY 2 | Half day Mexico City tour & National Museum of Anthropology

Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will explore magnificent Mexico City, built by the Spanish on the ruins of Tenochtitlan, the old Aztec capital. The city’s historical heart is its vast central square, or El Zocalo, and on this tour, you’ll also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, which is the largest church in all of Latin America. You’ll also drive along the famous boulevard Paseo de la Reforma, built during the short –lived reign of Emperor Maximilian to connect the main square and his castle in Chapultepec. You’ll also visit the National Palace, which hosts Diego Rivera’s murals depicting the history of Mexico, and is one of the oldest government seats in the world. Our last stop is the Museum of Anthropology, where we will have some time to explore the treasures of the Aztec culture at one of the finest archaeological museums in the world. Lunch at local restaurant.
NOTE: The Museum of Anthropology is closed on Mondays.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

DAY 3 | Teotihuacan Pyramids, Plaza de las 3 Culturas & Guadalupe Shrine

Breakfast at the hotel. We will drive to the impressive archaeological site of Teotihuacan, located 50km northeast of Mexico City. On the way, we make a stop at the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, where three cultures converge: Aztec, Spanish, and contemporary Mexican. We continue to the Basilica de Guadalupe, Latin America’s most revered religious shrine. It is here where the Virgin of Guadalupe is said to have appeared before an Indian named Juan Diego in 1531, and an image of her was miraculously emblazoned on his cloak. We will have time to explore the New Basilica de Guadalupe (the Old Basilica, built in 17 00, is slowly sinking) and to see Juan Diego’s cloak. We then drive for another hour to Teotihuacan, one of the most impressive cities of the ancient world, held sacred by the Aztecs. We will explore its temples, palaces and pyramids, including the Quetzalpapalotl Palace Complex, the Temple of the Feathered Conches, the Pyramid of the Moon, and the immense Pyramid of the Sun, ranked among the biggest in the world. Lunch included at local restaurant.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

Day 4 | Mexico City day at leisure

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy this day at leisure by yourself.

Optional tours are available with additional cost:

Half day Coyoacan & Frida Kahlo museum | Duration approx. 5 hours

Full day Xochimilco floating gardens, Coyoacan & Frida Kahlo Museum with lunch | Duration approx. 8 hours

Full day Puebla colonial city & Cholula with lunch | Duration approx. 10 hours

Full day Taxco & Cuernavaca with lunch | Duration approx. 11 hours

NOTE: Museums close on Mondays.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast.

DAY 5 | Mexico City departure

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer hotel to the airport in time for international flight.

Meals included: Breakfast.

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Departure Dates:

Valid until December 2024-2025

Detailed Itinerary:

DAY 1 | Merida arrival

At your arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport and you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Merida.

Overnight in: Merida at selected hotel.

Meals included: None.

DAY 2 | Full day Uxmal & Kabah Archaeological Site

Breakfast at the hotel. We will visit the archaeological site of Uxmal, a World Heritage Site, and located 80km south of Merida. Its architecture is characterized by low horizontal palaces set around courtyards, decorated with a profusion of symbolic motifs and sculptures depicting the long-nosed rain god Chaac. We will explore the magnificent buildings, including the House of the Magician – which dominates the site, the Nunnery, and the House of Turtles. We continue to Kabah, with its amazing Palace of the Masks, covered in nearly 300 masks of Chaac.

Overnight in: Merida at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

DAY 3 | Merida – Izamal city tour – Chichen Itza

Breakfast at the hotel. We will drive to Izamal, located 70km east of Merida. In ancient times, Izamal was a centre for the worship of the supreme Mayan god, Itzamna, and the sun god, Kinich-Kakmo. A dozen temple pyramids were devoted to these gods. Perhaps these bold expressions of religiosity are why the Spanish colonists chose Izamal as the site for an enormous Franciscan monastery – the Convento de San Antonio de Padua – which today stands at the heart of the town. We will visit the impressive monastery, the Mayan ruins, and the streets of this quiet, colonial gem, nicknamed “La Ciudad Amarilla” (the yellow city) for the traditional yellow that most buildings are painted in. Then transfer to your hotel in Chichen Itza.

Overnight in: Chichen Itza at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

DAY 4 | Chichen Itza Archaeological Site & Ik Kil Cenote

Breakfast at the hotel. The archaeological site of Chichen Itza – one of the New 7 Wonders of the World – is the best restored of Yucatan’s Mayan sites. We will explore the magnificent ruins set in a dense jungle, including the Pyramid of Kukulcan – its height and striking geometric design dominating the whole site, the Great Ball Court – the largest and most impressive in Mesoamerica, the Sacred Cenote – a natural well used for human sacrifice, and many other beautiful temples. Including light and sound show. We will visit the Cenote (sinkhole) Ik Kil which is located near the site, this cenote is open to the sky adorned with vegetation surface, from where we can see the depth, the descent is by a stone staircase where we will find some balconies that allow us to admire the beauty from different points. Then transfer to your hotel in Chichen Itza.

Overnight in: Chichen Itza at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

DAY 5 | Chichen Itza- Valladolid- Tulum

Breakfast at the hotel. Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Valladolid for a city tour of this Magic Village, once the Maya ceremonial center of Zaci before falling to the Spaniards. Then continue to Tulum. Rest of day at leisure.

Overnight in: Tulum at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast.

DAY 6 | Full day Tulum Archaeological Site

Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion to the Mayan Tulum Archeological site, once a fortress on the coast, which castle and temple prove the influences of Toltec’s and other cultures. Afterward drive to a local beach club for lunch and free time to enjoy the beach.

Overnight in: Tulum at selected hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

DAY 7 | Tulum departure

Breakfast at the hotel. At scheduled time, we will transfer you to the airport in Cancun for your departure flight.

Meals included: Breakfast.

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Fixed departure Dates:

July 30 to 03 aug • August 27 to 31 • October 1 to 5 • November 5 to 9 • December 3 to 7

Detailed Itinerary:

DAY 1 | Tuesday: Guayaquil

Transfer in Guayaquil. English-speaking assistance.
*Note that this first night can be changed to Quito for an extra cost.

Overnight at Unipark (Standard Room) or similar
Optional Upgrade: Wyndham Guayaquil (Deluxe) or similar
Included: transportation, English-speaking guide.

Meals: none.

DAY 2 | Wednesday: Guayaquil, Galapagos (Santa Cruz Island)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to take flight to Galapagos.

Suggested flight (subject to change) for example Guayaquil: XL1413 GYE/GPS 1115-1212 – not includedSuggested flight (subject to change) for example Quito: XL1413 UIO/GPS 0935-1212 – not included

Today, we arrive at Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos and home to the world’s first ecological airport. From here, we ferry to Santa Cruz Island and drive to our exclusive giant tortoise reserve at Magic Galápagos Tented Camp. Nestled on a hillside with breathtaking views, the camp offers peaceful surroundings and seasonal giant tortoise residents. Enjoy stunning sunsets, delicious three-course dinners, and explore natural lava tubes at the unique ‘Lava Lounge’. Check-in at the camp is at 3pm; earlier arrivals can explore Puerto Ayora and have lunch before transfer.

** Magic Galápagos doesn’t have an open restaurant. Breakfasts and dinners are included with the stay. Lunch is only available upon request, with previous notification.
*** Not Included: Galápagos National Park entrance fee and tourist transit card (Ingala)

Overnight at Galápagos Magic or similar (double tree house) and optional upgrade to (double tent).
** Note: Some departures have limited availability at Galápagos Magic. Whenever unavailable, this night will be changed to your selected hotel in Puerto Ayora and an extra visit to El Chato turtle ranch will be included to round off the experience. In this case, dinner will be on your account. Please, confirm availability at the time of booking.

Included: transport, English-speaking guide and lodging

Meals: Breakfast and dinner (* only when lodged at Galápagos Magic).

DAY 3 | Thursday: Galapagos

Breakfast.

Half-day excursion to Bay Exploration (SIB – shared service)

This morning, we’ll explore Puerto Ayora’s bay, starting with a quick boat ride to La Loberia Island, perfect for snorkeling with sea turtles, colorful fish, and playful sea lions. Next, we’ll hike to Túnel del Amor (Lover’s Tunnel) with a viewpoint for spotting white-tip sharks, followed by a visit to Punta Estrada’s dock to observe marine iguanas.

Optional full day experience with extra cost:
Visit to Cerro Meza & Kayak at Garrapatero (This tour replaces the Bay Exploration. Minimum 2 passengers).

Overnight at Mainao hotel (Standard room) or similar
OPTIONAL UPGRADE: Night at Hotel Ikala Galapagos (Standard Room) or similar

Included: local guide, transportation and lodging

Meals: Breakfast.

DAY 4 | Friday: Galapagos

Breakfast.

Daily Tour on board a motor yacht (shared basis excursion)

Embark on our motor yacht for daily excursions led by a welcoming crew and knowledgeable naturalist guide. Experience the Galápagos Islands in comfort and style, visiting locations such as North Seymour, Bachas, South Plazas, Santa Fe Island, or Bartolome and Sullivan Bay, according to the weekly itinerary set by the National Park.

** These excursions are subject to availability and change without prior notification.Later, drive to Puerto Ayora to spend the night.

Overnight at Mainao hotel (Standard room) or similar
Optional upgrade: Night at Hotel Ikala Galapagos (Standard Room) or similar

Included: transport, excursion and lodging

Meals: Breakfast, lunch on board.

DAY 5 | Saturday: Galapagos – Guayaquil

After breakfast, transfer to Baltra´s airport to take flight back to continent.

Suggested flight (subject to change) for example Guayaquil XL1412 GPS/GYE 1255-1547 – not included
Suggested flight (subject to change) for example Quito XL1412 GPS/UIO 1255-1722 – not included
Arrival in Guayaquil/Quito and international connection (or extension of your trip).

Meals included: breakfast

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Fixed departures:

June 24 to 11 july • July 8 to 16 • July 29 to 6 aug • August 26 to 3 sept • September 30 to 8 oct • November 4 to 12 • December 2 to 10

Detailed Itinerary:

DAY 1 | Monday: Rio De Janeiro

Flight to Rio de Janeiro (not included)
Arrival in Rio de Janeiro, meet and transfer to the hotel – SIB basis with driver-guide (Spanish & English)

Overnight in Rio de Janeiro
Check In: 14:00 – Check Out: 12:00

Meals included: none

DAY 2 | Tuesday: Rio De Janeiro

Buffet breakfast.

Rio Express – Christ the Redeemer And Sugarloaf – Shared Basis – Duration 5 hours.
Today, embark on a memorable 5-hour tour of Rio de Janeiro’s highlights: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain. You’ll be picked up from your hotel between 7:30 am and 8:10 am. First, visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain, offering breathtaking views after a scenic drive through Tijuca Forest. Next, head to Sugarloaf Mountain in the Urca neighborhood, riding two cable cars to the summit for a stunning panorama of the city.

Overnight in Rio de Janeiro

Meals included: breakfast

DAY 3 | Wednesday: Rio De Janeiro

Breakfast at the hotel.

Wednesday: Rio De Janeiro-0
Day at leisure for discovering this beautiful city including the wonderful beaches of Rio de Janeiro.

Optional tour in Rio de Janeiro available for local purchase

Half Day: Santa Teresa, Lapa with Tram Ride and Selaron Steps. – Shared basis – Duration 4 hours – Operation from Tuesday to Sunday (morning only)
You’ll be picked up from your hotel between 8:05 am and 9:00 am for a half-day tour of Rio’s Downtown area. Start in Downtown (“Centro”) and take the tram (“bondinho”) to the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, crossing the iconic Arcos da Lapa aqueduct. Explore Santa Teresa’s narrow cobblestone streets and visit Ruins Park for panoramic views of the city and Sugarloaf Mountain. Next, walk down the colorful Selarón Steps to Lapa, known for its vibrant nightlife. Stroll through Passeio Público, South America’s oldest public park, and reach Cinelândia, home to the Municipal Theater and Biblioteca Nacional. Conclude your tour at Confeitaria Colombo, a historic café, where you can enjoy traditional Brazilian snacks and desserts.

Optional tours in Rio de Janeiro available for local purchase:

Half Day: Museum of Tomorrow, Aquarium Rio & Olympic Boulevard. – Shared basis – Duration 4 hours – Operation from Tuesday to Sunday (morning only)

Half Day: Rio Nature – Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden – Shared basis – Duration 4 hours – afternoon only

Overnight in Rio de Janeiro

Meals included: breakfast

DAY 4 | Rio De Janeiro / Iguazu Falls

Buffet breakfast.

At proper time, transfer from the hotel to the airport – Shared service (bilingual guide Spanish & English).

Suggested flight arrival until 12:30h maximum – not included.

Arrival in Iguassu airport, meet and transfer directly to the Brazilian park, ending at the hotel after tour.

H/D Brazilian side of the Falls – SIB basis with bilingual guide (Spanish & English).

Depart for the National Park of the Brazilian Falls (entrance fee included). Begin at the Main Center for insights into the local ecosystem. Hike the park’s main trail to enjoy stunning views of the waterfalls, and from the local belvedere, see both parks’ waterfalls. Return via the panoramic elevator.

Note: The park was closed on Mondays during the pandemic; check current policies with Von Aire Travels team for any updates for the current year.

Optional tour in Iguassu available for local purchase:

Bird Park (Extension of Brazilian Side Falls) – Duration 3 hours – Shared service.

Overnight in Puerto de Iguazú
Check In: 14:00
Check Out: 12:00

Meals included: breakfast

DAY 5 | Friday: Iguazu Falls / Iguazu (Argentinian side)

Buffet breakfast.

H/D Argentinian Side of The Falls – 05Hrs. Approx.– SIB basis with bilingual guide (Spanish & English)

Transfer to the Argentine side with a quick stop at customs. Cross the Tancredo Neves Bridge over the Iguassu River, then take a scenic highway to the Argentine Iguassu Park (entrance fee included). Enjoy spectacular views of the Argentinean Falls, including the brink of Devil’s Throat and San Martín Falls. On the return, stop at the “Three Borders” where Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay meet, and visit the upper circuit and Devil’s Throat.

Optional with extra cost

The big Adventure Tour (Argentinean side) – SIB Boat (Minimum 02 passengers)

Important Note: Certain visitors are not allowed to ride: Great Adventure or Nautical Adventure navigation

Overnight in Puerto de Iguazú

Meals included: breakfast

DAY 6 | Saturday: Foz Do Iguazu – Buenos Aires

Buffet breakfast.

Transfer out from Hotel to The Airport in Misiones Iguazu (Argentina side).
Suggested flight AR1721 IGR/AEP Departure 1205 – Arrival 1400 – not included

Transfer in from airport to hotel in Buenos Aires.

Overnight in Buenos Aires at Ramada by Wyndham
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Carles Hotel

Meals included: breakfast.

DAY 7 | Sunday: Buenos Aires

Breakfast.

Buenos Aires City Tour with lunch – SIB basis with bilingual guide (Spanish & English) – Drinks not included Duration: 4 hrs approx. Hightlights: Recoleta – Palermo – Plaza de Mayo – Puerto Madero – San Telmo – La Boca.

Discover the charm of Buenos Aires on this tour, exploring chic Recoleta and Palermo, historic Plaza de Mayo, the Colon opera house, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Congress Palace. Finish in San Telmo, Caminito street in La Boca, and the vibrant restaurant scene at Puerto Madero waterfront.

*Kindly note that the return after the lunch is not included.

Dinner and Tango Show at Aljibe Tango with Round Trip Transfers

Duration: 2 – 2.5 hours, shared services with beverages included. Enjoy Buenos Aires’ vibrant nightlife, famed for tango and Carlos Gardel. Experience an unforgettable evening with tango music and dance, featuring 15 artists, a tango orchestra, a folk music group, dancers, and a singer, while savoring the city’s diverse gastronomic offerings.

Overnight in Buenos Aires at Ramada by Wyndham
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Carles Hotel

Meals included: breakfast, lunch & dinner.

DAY 8 | Monday: Buenos Aires

Breakfast. Free day to explore Buenos Aires at your own pace.

Optional with extra cost:

FD Estancia Ombu de Areco (Minimum 2 passengers)
Duration: 9 hs approx. – Shared Services

FD San Isidro & Delta Tigre with Navigation (Minimum 2 passengers)Duration: 05.50 hs approx. – Shared Services

Fogon Asado Experience with Wine Pairing (SIB) (No transfers included

Overnight in Buenos Aires at Ramada by Wyndham
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Carles Hotel

Meals included: breakfast (& lunch when booking the optional full day)

DAY 9 | Tuesday: Buenos Aires – out

Breakfast.

Transfer out from hotel to airport to take your international flight.

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Fixed departures:

October 5 to 15 • October 26 to 5 nov • November 16 to 26 • November 30 to 10 dec • December 7 to 17

Detailed Itinerary:

DAY 1 | Saturday: Buenos Aires

Transfer in from airport to hotel in Buenos Aires, with guide.

Overnight in Buenos Aires at Ramada by Wyndham
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Carles Hotel

Meals included: None

DAY 2 | Sunday: Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires City Tour with lunch – SIB basis with bilingual guide (Spanish & English) – Drinks not included

Duration: 4 hrs approx. Hightlights: Recoleta – Palermo – Plaza de Mayo – Puerto Madero – San Telmo – La Boca.
Explore the enchanting charm of Buenos Aires on this comprehensive tour, venturing through chic districts like Recoleta and Palermo, visiting historic landmarks including Plaza de Mayo, the Colon opera house, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Congress Palace. Conclude the journey in the old town of San Telmo, wander along the vibrant Caminito street in La Boca, and experience the lively restaurant scene at Puerto Madero waterfront.

*Kindly note that the return after the lunch is not included.

Dinner and Tango Show at Aljibe Tango with Round Trip Transfers

2 – 2.30 hours duration – Shared Services. Beverages included.
Experience the enchanting nightlife of Buenos Aires, renowned as the birthplace of tango and home to the legendary Carlos Gardel. Surrender to the magic of this vibrant city and immerse yourself in the captivating music that embodies its spirit. Enjoy an unforgettable evening at a typical early 20th-century house, where 15 artists, including tango orchestras, folk music groups, dancers, and singers, come together to create a unique and mesmerizing show.

Overnight in Buenos Aires at Ramada by Wyndham
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Carles Hotel

Meals included: breakfast, lunch & dinner.

DAY 3 | Monday: Buenos Aires, El Calafate

Transfer out from hotel in downtown to domestic airport with guide.

Suggested flights:
AR1846 AEP/FTE Departure 0800 – Arrival 1115 – not included
AR1824 AEP/FTE Departure 1500 – Arrival 1815– not included

Transfer in from Calafate airport to hotel with English and Spanish-speaking guide.

Overnight in El Calafate at Sierra Nevada
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Design Suites Calafate

Meals included: breakfast

DAY 4 | Tuesday: Buenos Aires, El Calafate

Full Day Perito Moreno Glacier Tour (SIB) – (minimum 02 passengers) – Fee Included

Duration: 8 hrs approx. – Shared Service with English or Spanish-speaking guide

Embark on an unforgettable journey to witness the breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier, a magnificent natural wonder located 80 km from El Calafate. As the only advancing glacier in the world, it stands as the largest attraction in Los Glaciares National Park, spanning over 600,000 hectares. Traverse the Patagonian Andean forest and marvel at the awe-inspiring “Curve of Sighs” before approaching the glacier on catwalks. From various panoramic viewpoints, witness the spectacular beauty of this creation of Mother Nature. Experience the thrill of seeing ice blocks calving into Lago Argentino, creating stunning ice floes. This day promises to be an unforgettable adventure, offering a once-in-a-lifetime delight.

Safari Nautico Navigation Ticket – (minimum 02 passengers) Duration: 1 hr. approx.

This activity is complementS the Perito Moreno glacier tour. It will allow us to appreciate very closely this wonder of nature. We will sail out of Bajo de las Sombras Bay port, 7 km away from the glacier’s catwalks, down to the southern side of the glacier. On our way, we shall contemplate ice blocks falling off until reaching the southern point of Los Témpanos canal, until reaching the standing point 300 m away from the southern wall of the glacier, where we shall stop to admire its greatness.

Overnight in El Calafate at Sierra Naveda
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Design Suites Calafate

Meals included: breakfast

DAY 5 | Wednesday: El Calafate

Free day for exploring Calafate at your own pace.

Optional with extra cost:

4×4 Off-Road Mount Frías with Lunch (Minimum 02 passengers)
Duration: 5:30 hs approx. Shared service with English or Spanish-speaking guide
Highlights: Mount Frías – Argentino Lake – Torres del Paine.

All Glaciers Navigation – Fee included (Minimum 02 passengers)
Duration: 8 hs approx. Shared service with English or Spanish-speaking guide

Overnight in El Calafate at Sierra Nevada
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Design Suites Calafate

Meals included: breakfast

DAY 6 | Thursday: El Calafate, Puerto Natales

One Way transfer out from hotel to Calafate bus station with guide.

Regular bus tickets from El Calafate (Argentina) to Puerto Natales (Chile).

Upon your arrival you will be meet and transferred to the selected hotel in Puerto Natales.
(Private service without guide).

Puerto Natales is the gateway to the Torres del Paine National Park and outdoor adventure in the Patagonia region. The small town is located on the Señoret Channel along a scenic fjord, set against the dramatic backdrop of the southernmost peaks of the Andes. As a tourist hub, you’ll be able to find great food, supplies, and more to fuel up for your trek, along with local attractions to explore.

Overnight at Puerto Natales – Vendaval hotel o Natalino Hotel
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Puerto Natales – Weskar Lodge

Meals included: breakfast.

DAY 7 | Friday: Puerto Natales

Breakfast.

Full Day Torres del Paine National Park (With lunch, entrance & guide) (Regular service)

Embark on a full-day adventure to explore the two greatest natural attractions of Magallanes, starting from Puerto Natales. Traverse through forests, glacial valleys, mountain ranges, and lakes, with the chance to spot condors if weather permits. Stop at Sarmiento Lake viewpoint for panoramic views of the Torres del Paine mountain range and Sarmiento Lake. Continue to Laguna Amarga viewpoint, a favorite spot for flamingos. Inside Torres del Paine National Park, visit viewpoints of Lake Nordenskjöld, Salto Grande, Pehoé, Puente Weber, and Río Paine. Explore Lago Gray on foot and marvel at the Gray viewpoint, capturing the majesty of the mountains, Lake Toro, and, weather permitting, a glimpse of the Gray glacier.

Optional with extra cost:

Base Torres (SIB) – (Minimum 02 passengers)

Overnight at Puerto Natales – Vendaval hotel o Natalino Hotel
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Puerto Natales – Weskar Lodge

Meals included: breakfast & lunch.

DAY 8 | Saturday: Puerto Natales

Full Day Balmaceda & Serrano Glacier (With lunch) (Regular service)
We invite you to know the incredible world of the fjords. On the way you can observe native wildlife, visit the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers and enjoy a delicious Whiskey with millennial ice.

Optional with extra cost:

Full Day Estancia Tour (SIB) – (Minimum 02 passengers)

Overnight at Puerto Natales – Vendaval hotel o Natalino Hotel
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Puerto Natales – Weskar Lodge

Meals included: breakfast & lunch.

DAY 9 | Sunday: Puerto Natales, Punta Arenas, Santiago

Transfer out from hotel to the bus station.

Regular bus from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas to arrive at the airport.

Suggested flights:
LA292 PUQ/SCL Departure 1542 – Arrival 1912 – not included
LA2 PUQ/SCL Departure 1622 – Arrival 1927 – not included
LA284 PUQ/SCL Departure 2005 – Arrival 2346 – not included

We invite you to know the incredible world of the fjords. On the way you can observe native wildlife, visit the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers and enjoy a delicious Whiskey with millennial ice.

Upon your arrival to Santiago airport. Condor Travel’s staff will be waiting to take you to your hotel. Please look for the sign with your name on it.

Dynamic and cosmopolitan Santiago is a vital and versatile city. Home to many events showcasing the very best of Chilean culture, it also hosts superb international festivals of sound, flavor, and color. The Chilean capital breathes new life into all its visitors!

Overnight at Santiago – Novotel Providencia
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Santiago – Pullman El Bosque

Meals included: breakfast.

DAY 10 | Monday: Santiago

Half Day Santiago (SIB)

Immerse yourself in the charm of Santiago by discovering it like a local: on foot. Begin by exploring the picturesque subway stations, such as the art-adorned “Universidad de Chile” station. Visit a local market to experience Chile’s coastal bounty and diverse fruits and vegetables. Wander through Santiago’s downtown to the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), admiring its stunning architecture. Indulge in Chilean flavors with stops to sample local snacks like empanadas and drinks made with fresh fruits. If time permits, venture to the Bellavista neighborhood, known for its charming streets. Conclude the day with the option to explore further on your own, perhaps ascending Cerro San Cristobal, or return to the hotel after a day of unforgettable experiences.

Optional with extra cost:

Full Day Viña del Mar & Valparaíso (SIB) – (Minimum 02 passengers)

Overnight at Santiago – Novotel Providencia
Optional upgrade: Overnight at Santiago – Pullman El Bosque

Meals included: breakfast.

DAY 11 | Tuesday: Santiago

At proper time you will be transferred to Airport in Santiago to take your international flight.

Meals included: breakfast.

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: San Jose arrival

Upon arrival in Costa Rica, once passing migrations, baggage claim and customs, you will get to the arrival exit where you will meet and greet with our representative. Transfer to the hotel.

Overnight in: San Jose at selected hotel.
Meals included: None.

Day 2: Transfer San Jose – Arenal
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer from San Jose to Arenal. Distance and transfer time: 163 km / approx. 4 hours. Lunch and dinner on your own. PM at leisure.
Note: from 2-9 pax shuttle transfer San Jose- Arenal / from 10 pax private bus

Overnight in: Arenal at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 3: Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Breakfast at the hotel. The tour begins once you get picked up at your hotel in La Fortuna. This walk is a fun and educative option to learn more about the forest and the local environment and enjoy close contact with nature. While walking along the trails, the fascinating world of the tropical forest will open to you. Along these three kilometers of trails, you will be immersed in the diverse fauna and flora of the rainforest, admiring colorful birds and tropical plant species
that will be pointed out and explained by your naturalist guide. More than 50 species of birds have been counted in the area.

Length: 3.2 km (short version 1.9 km).
Duration: 2.5 hours approximately.
What ́s included? Guide and hanging bridges entrance fee.
What to bring? Comfortable clothing, long pants, hiking closed shoes (no sandals),sweater, raincoat (especially during the green season), camera, binoculars, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

PM at leisure.

Overnight in: Arenal at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 4: Transfer Arenal – Monteverde (shared lake crossing).

This service, half transfer and half excursion, is a fast and scenic way to go from La Fortuna (Arenal area) to Monteverde. You will leave your hotel in La Fortuna, to start a minibus trip for approximately 30 minutes to the Arenal Lake.

Once at the dam, you will board a comfortable and safe pontoon-type boat, and after a 30–40-minute journey you will arrive at Chiquito River, a small community on the other side of the lake.

Arenal Lake is the largest and most important in Costa Rica, it is of artificial origin built in 1974 in order to obtain hydroelectric power for the country. It is also a place where you can find a variety of resident and migratory birds, sometimes it is possible to observe mammals like monkeys and sloths in the surroundings of the place, as well as excellent views of the Arenal Volcano when it is not cloudy.

Once in Chiquito River, you will leave the boat and continue another land transfer of approximately 1.5 hours to the hotels in the Monteverde area. (During the rainy season, this transfer may take longer). It is recommended to wear long pants, coat, comfortable shoes, camera, binoculars, sunscreen and waterproof.

Note: Shuttle Lake crossing (bus-boat-bus) Arenal to Monteverde

Overnight in: Monteverde at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 5: Tour to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve – Transfer Monteverde – San Jose

Breakfast at hotel. Visit the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, is one of the most famous conservation areas in Central America. It is a tropical rain forest but because of its altitude (1400 meters or 4.600 feet), it’s called a Cloud Forest. A cloud forest is a highland forest characterized by nearly 100% humidity throughout the year. Here in Monteverde, warm north-easterly trade winds, filled with moisture, blow in from the Atlantic. As the winds sweep up to the Continental Divide, they cool and condense to form clouds, bathing the forest in a constant soft mist. The cloud forest receives an incredible four meters of rain every year- over twelve feet! It is home to rare and unusual wildlife, such as jaguars and pumas, and over 450 species of birds including the world’s largest population of quetzal birds. We will take you back to the hotel where you will have time for lunch (not included) before
departing back to San Jose.

Note: from 2-9 pax shuttle transfer Monteverde-San Jose/ from 10 pax private bus

Overnight in: San Jose at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 6: San Jose departure

After breakfast, a private transfer will take you to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals included: Breakfast.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Havana arrival

Arrival to Havana. Pick up at the airport by our guide and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in: Havana at selected hotel.
Meals included: None.

Day 2: Full day city tour & Tropicana show.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, enjoy 3 hours old timers’ ride with open roof to the areas of Vedado with Malecon, Plaza de la Revolucion, and Miramar with 5th Avenue, visit of the View Point over the city from Morro Castle. Lunch in La Bodeguita del Medio Restaurant or similar. Walk in Old Havana.

At 20h00 transfer to Tropicana show (1 offert). In the midnight return to Hotel.

Overnight in: Havana at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 3: Full Day Viñales

Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion to Pinar del Rio area. On the way to Viñales visit a cigar factory. Once in Viñales, we visit the valley from the view point of Los Jazmines, visit the Village and to explore more of the Valley on foot. Visit the Indian Cave and the Prehistorical Mural and have lunch at an organic farm with products from the land. In the afternoon, we return to Havana.

Overnight in: Havana at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 4: Havana- Cienfuegos- Trinidad

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Cienfuegos. In the historic center we will visit Parque Marti and Teatro Terry. Lunch in Club Cienfuegos with views on the bay or similar. We will continue our tripe to Trinidad. Visit the center of the Trinidad city and Valley of the Ingenios. We will also visit
one of the Haciendas from the 19th Century. Free evening in Trinidad.

Overnight in: Trinidad at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 5: Trinidad- Santa Clara- Havana

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Santa Clara, on the way visit the Mausoleum of Che Guevara, city center of Santa Clara and Blinded Train. Lunch in Santa Rosalia Restaurant or similar. Continue to Havana. Accommodation in Havana Hotel. Free night.

Overnight in: Havana at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 6:Havana departure

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer hotel to the Airport.

Meals included: Breakfast.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Mexico arrival

Arrival to Mexico City. Pick up at the airport by our guide who will help with the transferto the hotel.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: None.

Day 2: Half day Mexico City tour & National Museum of Anthropology

Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will explore magnificent Mexico City, built by the Spanish on the ruins of Tenochtitlan, the old Aztec capital. The city’s historical heart is its vast central square, or El Zocalo, and on this tour, you’ll also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, which is the largest church in
all of Latin America. You’ll also drive along the famous boulevard Paseo de la Reforma, built during the short –lived reign of Emperor Maximilian to connect the main square and his castle in Chapultepec. You’ll also visit the National Palace, which hosts Diego Rivera’s murals depicting the history of Mexico, and is one of the oldest government seats in the world. Our last stop is the Museum of Anthropology, where we will have some time to explore the treasures of the Aztec culture at one of the finest archaeological museums in the world. Lunch at local restaurant.

NOTE: The Museum of Anthropology is closed on Mondays.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

Day 3: Teotihuacan Pyramids, Plaza de las 3 Culturas & Guadalupe Shrine

Breakfast at the hotel. We will drive to the impressive archaeological site of Teotihuacan, located 50km northeast of Mexico City. On the way, we make a stop at the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, where three cultures converge: Aztec, Spanish, and contemporary Mexican. We continue to the Basilica de Guadalupe, Latin America’s most revered religious shrine. It is here where the Virgin of Guadalupe is said to have appeared before an Indian named Juan Diego in 1531, andan image of her was miraculously emblazoned on his cloak. We will have time to explore the New Basilica de Guadalupe (the Old Basilica, built in 17 00, is slowly sinking) and to see Juan Diego’s cloak. We then drive for another hour to Teotihuacan, one of the most impressive cities of the ancient world, held sacred by the
Aztecs. We will explore its temples, palaces and pyramids, including the Quetzalpapalotl Palace Complex, the Temple of the Feathered Conches, the Pyramid of the Moon, and the immense Pyramid of the Sun, ranked among the biggest in the world. Lunch included at local restaurant.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

Day 4: Mexico City day at leisure

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy this day at leisure by yourself.

Optional tours are available with additional cost:

• Half day Coyoacan & Frida Kahlo museum: the colonial area of Coyoacan in the south of the city to visit the so-called Blue House, where the iconic artist Frida Kahlo (1910-1954) was born and lived together with her husband Diego Rivera from 1929 till she died. Then head for the picturesque main square of this quarter for a stroll. Duration approx. 5 hours.

• Full day Xochimilco floating gardens, Coyoacan & Frida Kahlo Museum with lunch: Excursion to visit the privately owned Blue House in a colonial style, housing a unique impressive collection of pain-tings by Diego Rivera, as well as Frida Kahlo, pre-hispanic findings, colonial furniture and Mexican handicraft. Then continue for a boat ride in the Floating Gardens ofXochimilco (UNESCO World Heritage): flowers, refreshments and Mariachi music. Duration approx. 8 hours.

• Full day Puebla colonial city & Cholula with lunch: Full day excursion to the colonial city of Puebla (UNESCO World Heritage) to see Rosario-Chapel, the Cathedral and El Parian handicrafts market. Then head to visit the world’s largest Pyramid of Cholula. On the way back to Mexico City, return through spectacular mountains with a view of the two most famous peaks covered with eternal snow – considered one of the most beautiful drives in Mexico. Duration approx. 10 hrs.

• Full day Taxco & Cuernavaca with lunch: Visit Cuenavaca, city of the Eternal Spring to see the Zocalo, the Cortes palace and the Cathedral. Then head toTaxco, a picturesque colonial town and capital of the Mexican silver smiths. On arrival guided walking tour to visit the Sta. Prisca Church, the market and the silver bazaars incl. Information about silver processing and time for shopping. Duration approx. 11 hrs.

NOTE: Museums close on Mondays.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 5: Mexico City departure

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer hotel to the airport in time for international flight.

Meals included: Breakfast.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Merida arrival

At your arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport and you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Merida.

Overnight in: Merida at selected hotel.
Meals included: None.

Day 2: Full day Uxmal & Kabah Archaeological Site.

Breakfast at the hotel. We will visit the archaeological site of Uxmal, a World Heritage Site, and located 80km south of Merida. Its architecture is characterized by low horizontal palaces set around courtyards, decorated with a profusion of symbolic motifs and sculptures depicting the long-nosed rain god Chaac. We will explore the magnificent buildings, including the House of the Magician – which dominates the site, the Nunnery, and the House of Turtles. We continue to Kabah, with its amazing Palace of the Masks, covered in nearly 300 masks of Chaac.

Overnight in: Merida at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 3: Merida – Izamal city tour – Chichen Itza

Breakfast at the hotel. We will drive to Izamal, located 70km east of Merida. In ancient times, Izamal was a centre for the worship of the supreme Mayan god, Itzamna, and the sun god, Kinich-Kakmo. A dozen temple pyramids were devoted to these gods. Perhaps these bold expressions of religiosity are why the Spanish colonists chose Izamal as the site for an enormous Franciscan monastery – the Convento de San Antonio de Padua – which today stands at the heart of the town. We will visit the impressive monastery, the Mayan ruins, and the streets of this quiet, colonial gem, nicknamed “La Ciudad Amarilla” (the yellow city) for the traditional yellow that most buildings are painted in. Then transfer to your hotel in Chichen Itza.

Overnight in: Chichen Itza at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4: Chichen Itza Archaeological Site & Ik Kil Cenote

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit of Chichen-Itza (UNESCO World Heritage) being one of the most important cities of Mayan culture, where you can admire the Kukulcán Pyramid, the Ball game court and the Observatory. This imposing group of temples, tombs and palaces is thought to have been founded about AD 600, with additions in the 10th century, and is the most complete Mayan city in Mexico. Visit the nearby Cenote Ik-kil, only about 2 km from Chichen-Itza, also known as Holy Blue Cenote, round like a circle and open like a dwell in a tropical surrounding and small water falls. Here you can also take a bath.

Overnight in: Chichen Itza at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 5: Chichen Itza- Valladolid- Tulum

Breakfast at the hotel. drive to Valladolid for a city tour of this Magic Village, once the Maya ceremonial center of Zaci before falling to the Spaniards. Then continue to Tulum, the rest of the day is free for leisure. Tulum is located 75 miles (120 km) from Cancun at the southern end of the Riviera Maya and known as the only site of a Mayan fortress at the coast. The tiny rustic village near the ruin site is booming and dominated by mostly small and rustic guesthouses and hip boutique hotels located at the shore overlooking the sea, while north of the ruin site nestle some larger all-
inclusive resorts.

Overnight in: Tulum at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 6: Full day Tulum Archaeological Site

Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion to the Mayan Tulum Archeological site, once a fortress on the coast, which castle and temple prove the influences of Toltec’s and other cultures. Afterward drive to a local beach club for lunch and free time to enjoy the beach.

Overnight in: Tulum at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 7: Tulum departure

Breakfast at the hotel. At scheduled time, we will transfer you to the airport in Cancun for your departure flight.

Meals included: Breakfast.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Mexico City arrival

After leaving the security area (immigrations and customs) at Mexico City airport “Benito Juarez” , welcome by your bilingual guide and transfer to your hotel at downtown. Transportation by modern air-conditioned motor coach, the porter service at the airport is included.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: None.

Day 2: Mexico City- Guadalupe Shrine & Mass

Breakfast at the hotel. FD Tour to visit the Shrine of Guadalupe, the centre of Indian Catholic worship in Mexico. On the way, stop at the Square of the 3 Cultures. This area is important as it symbolizes the unique blend of pre-Hispanic and Hispanic cultures that make up Mexico. Mass at the Basilica and time for reflection.

On top the Chapel of Tepeyac has been built during the 18th century at the site where God’s mother shall have appeared to Juan Diego. In its interior frescos can be seen representing this miracle. On the top of Tepeyac hill you can enjoy a nice view on clear
days.

One special stop is La Capilla del Pocito (Chapel of the Little Well) – a well which reputedly opened under the feet of the Virgin. It is considered an architectural jewel due to the richness and plasticity of its elements of purest baroque style (built 1777).

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 3: Mass at Tulpetlac Church- Visit to Teotihuacan Pyramids

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Tulpetlac to have Mass at the Shrine, where Juan Diego’s uncle Juan Bernardino was cured. There is a miraculous well at this site. As we continue north to the Pyramids of Teotihuacan (UNESCO World Heritage site), we will see how the City of Mexico has expanded beyond imagination. Finally, we reach San Juan Teotihuacan. You will gaze at the size of the mighty Pyramid of the Sun, bigger in volume than the largest pyramid in Egypt. Your guide will explain to you that the zone was already in ruins when the Aztecs founded Mexico City (1325) and how the Teotihuacan culture disappeared. Lunch is included in a typical, local restaurant where you can enjoy international and Mexican dishes alike (beverages not included). After lunch, you will visit the Citadel and temple of Quetzalcoatl. Time is allocated for local curio shopping in the quaint market, followed by our return to Mexico City. Duration: 8 hours.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch.

Day 4: Mexico City – Cuernavaca- Mass at Sta. Prisca church – Taxco

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day tour to Cuernavaca, city of the Eternal Spring to see the Zocalo, the Cortes palace and the Cathedral. The Brady Museum is a house in which this rich and eccentric playboy lived and entertained the jet set of bygone days. The house is part of a Colonial Monastery and is attached to the Cuernavaca Cathedral. It houses a rich collection of Mexican and inter-national art, including an original by Frida Kahlo and other well-known artists.
Then head to Taxco, a picturesque colonial town and capi-tal of the Mexican silver smiths. On arrival guided walking tour to visit the Sta. Prisca Church incl. Mass, the market and the silver bazaars incl. Information about silver proces-sing and time for shopping. Overnight in Taxco

Overnight in: Taxco at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Day 5: Visit of Cholula archaeological site – Mass at Rosario Chapel – Puebla city
tour

Breakfast at the hotel. Continue to Puebla passing the Itzaccihuatl with 5.286 m the 3rd highest mountain of the country. On the way visit of Cholula with the world’s largest pyramid, on top the Church of Our Lady of the Remedies. After arrival in Puebla sightseeing of the colonial city (UNESCO World Heritage), with visits to the Rosario-Chapel (including Mass) and the Cathedral.

Overnight in: Puebla at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Day 6: Puebla- Mexico City- Day at leisure

Breakfast at the hotel. On the way back to Mexico City, return through spectacular mountains with a view of the two most famous peaks covered with eternal snow – considered one of the most beautiful drives in Mexico. The afternoon is free for leisure.

Overnight in: Mexico City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast.

Day 7: Mexico City departure

Breakfast at the hotel. At scheduled time, we will transfer you to the airport for your
departure flight.

Meals included: Breakfast.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Panama City arrival

Arrival to Panama City. Pick up at the airport by the guide who will help with the transfer to the Hotel about 25 minutes away. The bilingual guide will also provide important information regarding the rest of trip. Rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight in: Panama City at selected hotel.
Meals included: None.

Day 2: Full day Panama City Tour & Miraflores Locks

After breakfast, the tour starts at the Panama Canal, a magnificent work of engineering, actually the greatest and most expensive human feat of the time. After 30/40 minutes of route, you will reach the Visitor Center of Miraflores Locks, from which you will be able to see closely the ships moving along the canal, and the way it operates. Forthwith, you will visit the Amador Causeway, which offers one of the city’s most spectacular panoramic views. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant.

The tour continues in the Old Quarter of Panama City, the historic center of San Felipe declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, thanks to its eclectic fusion of colonial, neoclassic and French architecture. This stop includes a walk in the streets, squares and gravel roads and a visit of emblematic colonial buildings, churches and palaces. The tour ends at the Executive Mansion (entrance is not guaranteed), known as Palacio de las Garzas (Herons Palace), and famous for maintaining intact the Salon Amarillo (Yellow Hall) and the Salon de los Tamarindos (Tamarind Hall) where the most famous murals of Roberto Lewis representing the history and culture of the country are visible right over there.

Overnight in: Panama City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

Day 3: Full day Tour Embera Quera Native Community

The tour starts early in the morning when we pick you up from your hotel, then we head to Chagres Park, a trip of approximately one hour, once there we will board the boats canoe of our friends the Embera Indians who will transport us from Lake Alajuela to the river Chagres, these two water sources are of great importance for Panama City and the operation of the Panama Canal. During the approximately 40-minute journey, you will be able to observe the splendid jungle and if you are lucky, its monkeys, butterflies, herons and turtles. Upon your arrival you will be welcomed by the Indian chief of the community who will tell you the history of the Tribe and its wealth, culture and its traditions. The Embera are natives of the Darién, who also come from Chocó, Colombia. They live on the banks of the river in small thatched-roof stilt communities called tambos, to counteract humidity and prevent flooding. Men are dedicated to manufacture the famous canoes, canoes made from logs, which are used to navigate even in the dry season. Women make splendid baskets, plates and masks
with plant fibers and delicate fabrics. They wear necklaces known as chaquiras that are made of silver coins.

You will finish the visit to the community and visit a small island inhabited by monkeys.

Afterwards, an epic lunch will be served, followed by a folklore show with music and
dancing traditional.

Overnight in: Panama City at selected hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.

Day 4: Panama City departure

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Tocumen Airport in time for international flight.

Meals included: Breakfast.