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It goes on to say that if you’re jaded or bored with life, it’s the place to go. \nSo hop on to witness the beauty of Brazil, Argentina & Peru with WOW.", "duration": { "days": 14, "nights": 13 }, "startPoint": "Brazil ", "comfortLevel": "signature", "collections": [ "active", "Signature" ], "tags": [ "september", "south america" ], "price": { "starting": null, "currency": "INR" }, "temperature": null, "availability": { "spotsRemaining": 0, "message": "Last spot, book now!" }, "status": "inactive", "media": { "heroImage": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1541496948/qihfqtmlaalfaj0yztxw.jpg" }, "cardImage": { "key": "e7ae2/kehsgr2ua60h6ljotpwj8g5n42mf", "contentType": "image/jpeg" }, "tripImages1": [], "tripImages2": [] }, "departures": [], "wowBuddy": null, "activities": [ { "name": "Machu Picchu", "media": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1538419591/e6oespqvtbn0ataitdse.svg" } }, { "name": "UNESCO World heritage site, Cusco", "media": null }, { "name": "Iguazu falls", "media": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1538419564/eluaonzdbcy3voj58umf.svg" } }, { "name": "Macuco Safari", "media": { "type": "cloudinary", "path": "image/upload/v1538419561/homzzj7xabguhsl5wjye.svg" } } ], "itinerary": [ { "dayNumber": 1, "title": "WELCOME TO BRAZIL", "description": "Arrive at Rio airport. Rio de Janeiro is a huge seaside city in Brazil, famed for its Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. With its pretty beaches, dramatic mountains, and soundtrack of samba and bossa nova humming in the background, Rio de Janeiro casts a spell. Rio is home to science and art museums, a buzzing food scene, a massive soccer stadium, incredible nightlife, and some 50 miles of beaches. Transfer to the hotel and check-in. Overnight stay in Rio.\n\n", "accommodation": "Hotel Arena Copacabana (4*) or Similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 2, "title": "RIO DE JANEIRO", "description": "After breakfast, get ready for a half day tour of Rio. We’ll start with the Statue of Christ at the top of Morro do Corcovado - one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Spend some time taking in the panoramic view of this beautiful city. Then, visit the famous & colorful Escadaria Selaron – steps of “Selarón”, a set of world-famous steps in Rio de Janeiro. Visit Santa Teresa, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Rio, where you can see the original architecture from the beginning of the 19th century. Walk in the art district, followed by our Welcome lunch in Santa Teresa. After lunch, visit to the neighborhood of Urca where one of the largest symbols of the city is located: Sugar Loaf. Travel all the way to the top in two steps by cable car. The first cable car takes us to Urca Hill, a vantage point 215 meters high for which already grants beautiful views of Guanabara Bay and its islands, the Rio-Niteroi Bridge, and Corcovado Mountain. From this stage, a second cable car takes us up to the top. At 395 meters, we will enjoy splendid views of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress, and several beaches of Niteroi. After the tour, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Rio.\n", "accommodation": "Hotel Arena Copacabana (4*) or Similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 3, "title": "RIO DE JANEIRO - FOZ DO IGUAÇU", "description": "After breakfast, check-out and proceed to the airport for our flight to Foz de Iguaçu (flight not included). Upon arrival in Iguazu, transfer to the hotel and check-in. After check-in, proceed to Parque das Aves-bird park. Parque das Aves is the only institution in the world focused on the conservation of the beautiful and exuberant birds of the Atlantic Rainforest offering an up-close, immersive and charming experience with them. Here we can have a complete experience of connection and knowledge about birds and their forests, a natural heritage of global importance at our fingertips. After the tour, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Iguazu. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel Vivaz Cataratas (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 4, "title": "IGUAZU FALLS TOUR", "description": "After breakfast, proceed for Iguazu falls tour. Upon reaching walk for approximately 1000m with a frontal view of all the falls. One of the most beautiful sculptures of nature, considered \"the eighth wonder of the world\". The Iguaçu River is born in the Serra do Mar and travels 1320 km to Foz do Iguaçu. The set of waterfalls, shortly before their encounter with the Paraná River, formed 275 jumps with an average height of 60m. The falls produce a mist that is crowned by beautiful and immense rainbows, give the visitor a true spectacle of sound and colors. Stop for lunch at local restaurant. Later, proceed for Macuco Safari. On this trip, the participants will get to know different species of sub-tropical plants and trees, including orchids and the heart-of-palm, which grow in abundance here. After a 3 kilometers jeep ride, the tour continues to a 600 meters on foot to Macuco Falls, hidden in the forested canyon. The trail brings us to the banks of the Iguazu River, to board a twin-engine inflatable boat, specially designed for the local river conditions. Then cruise up into the Iguassu Canyon, shoot several rapids and arrive to the very base of the majestic waterfalls. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Iguazu. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel Vivaz Cataratas (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 5, "title": "WELCOME TO ARGENTINA ", "description": "After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to visit the Argentinian side of the falls. Visit the Iguazú National Park - a total of 55,500 hectares - named after the river that serves as the northern border, which means \"great waters\" in the Guaraní language, and where the majestic Iguazu Falls are located. These are considered among the largest in the world for its volume of water and more than 275 waterfalls. You will cross the different footbridges, and visit the heart of the waterfalls; thus, appreciating them from different angles. Later, proceed to the airport for flight to Buenos Aires (not included). Upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Later, proceed for Dinner & tango show at Café de los Angelitos. The Café de los Angelitos was during years an uninhabited corner, with the wall of a poster sticker and two querubes at the top crying out to the city by redemption. Enjoy a supper Tango show with dinner. Later, back to the hotel for overnight stay.\n", "accommodation": "Hotel Grand Brizo (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 6, "title": "BUENOS AIRES ", "description": "After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for an unforgettable journey, experience all the magic of Buenos Aires. These few hours will showcase the essence of Argentina's capital city. This comprehensive tour of the 'Paris of South America' includes visits to the elegant neighborhoods of Recoleta (with its famous cemetery, from inside), Palermo, Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the modern and trendy Puerto Madero area, and various other iconic buildings and palaces with exceptional architectural, historical, and cultural significance. The tour would be incomplete without exploring the city's original settlements. Explore the charming neighborhood of San Telmo, once home to the Buenos Aires aristocracy until the late 19th century, and where the renowned antiques market takes place every Sunday. Lastly, visit the vibrant Caminito Street in the colorful Italian immigrant neighborhood of La Boca. Back to the hotel for overnight stay.\n", "accommodation": "Hotel Grand Brizo (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 7, "title": "WELCOME TO PERU", "description": "After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Buenos Aires airport for flight to Lima. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel for check in. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight stay at Peru. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 8, "title": " ALIAGA & LARCO MUSEUM", "description": "After breakfast at the Hotel, learn about the two characters of Lima: the modern one, reflected in the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro; and the historic one, encapsulated in its historic center declared a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. We will immerse ourselves in the colonial history of the city as we walk through its streets and squares, appreciating emblematic buildings such as the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the Archbishop's Palace in the Plaza de Armas. We will have the opportunity to enter one of the most iconic ecclesiastical spaces in Lima, the Convent of Santo Domingo, also declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity and where the relics of three Peruvian saints are found: Santa Rosa de Lima, San Martín de Porres and San Juan Macías. The tour would not be complete without a visit to the Rafael Larco Herrera Museum, one of the most important in the country for exhibiting a valuable collection of almost 45,000 pieces of pre-Hispanic cultures, especially the Mochicas. Lunch at local restaurant. Free time for shopping. Back to the hotel for overnight stay. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 9, "title": " LIMA TO CUSCO ", "description": "After breakfast at the Hotel, transfer to Lima airport ro catch flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, transfer from the airport to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight stay at Cusco. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel El Albergue de Ollantaytambo (3*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 10, "title": "EXPLORE CUSCO", "description": "After breakfast at the hotel, get ready for a full day Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo tour learn about the tradition and history of the Sacred Valley, the traces left by its ancient inhabitants, and the culture of its current towns. Beginning at the Raqchi viewpoint, we will have a spectacular view of the valley before going down to explore it. From the top, we will have a majestic view of the ancient Maras salt mines, where the coveted Maras salt - one of the finest in the world - is collected. We will see almost 3,000 pools that in Inca times were an important center for the imperial economy. Arrive at the Moray archaeological site, which resembles a natural amphitheater. Continue to Ollantaytambo, an ancient military, religious, and agricultural center of the Incas. Back to the hotel for dinner & overnight stay.\n", "accommodation": "Hotel El Albergue de Ollantaytambo (3*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 11, "title": "MACHU PICCHU ", "description": "After breakfast at the hotel, walk from the hotel to the train cars. Luggage transfer from Ollantaytambo hotel to Cusco hotel. It is is the most awaited day as you will visit the most important tourist landmark - Machu Picchu! The adventure will begin aboard the train to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, a picturesque town at the foot of the emblematic Inca citadel. During the train ride enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings, with impressive views of majestic mountains, the Vilcanota river and small towns of the Peruvian Andes; a visual feast that fills us with anticipation for the visit to the wonder that is Machu Picchu. After a short bus ride from Aguas Calientes you will be in front of one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World – an unforgettable sight! From there, explore the ancient ruins, learning all about the history and mysteries that this mystical and impressive place holds. Surrounded by incomparable landscapes, there will be no shortage of spectacular photo opportunities! Once you have recharged yourselves with the magical energy of Machu Picchu, return to Aguas Calientes where you will have free time to have lunch and explore the streets a bit before boarding the return train. Transfer to the hotel from train station for overnight stay in Cusco. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel Costa del Sol Wyndham Cusco (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 14, "title": "DEPARTURE", "description": "After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Cusco airport to catch flight back home with a bag of memories. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel Costa del Sol Wyndham Cusco (4*)or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 12, "title": "ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES", "description": "This charming half-day tour of Cusco offers a journey through the history of this city. Visit the Koricancha Temple, which during the Inca empire was a center of worship of the Sun and on which the Santo Domingo convent was later built as part of the evangelization process. Pass through the Main Square and the cathedral the most important temple in the entire city. It was built by the Spanish on top of the palace of the Inca Huiracoha. To appreciate the greatness of the Incas, visit nearby archaeological sites such as the monumental fortress of Sacsayhuaman, which with its enormous carved stone walls constitutes one of the best examples of Inca military architecture; Kenko, a ceremonial place where the Sun, Moon and stars were worshiped; and Puca Pucara, which during the empire functioned as a rest and lodging place for the Inca troops. Transfer to the restaurant for lunch. Back to the hotel for overnight stay. \n", "accommodation": "Hotel Costa del Sol Wyndham Cusco (4*) or similar", "media": null }, { "dayNumber": 13, "title": "LEISURE DAY", "description": "This day, have leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Day free at leisure to explore on your own. Overnight stay in Cusco. \n\nOptional: Full Day Vinicunca: Rainbow Mountain | Bilingual staff and lunch included.", "accommodation": "Hotel Costa del Sol Wyndham Cusco (4*) or similar", "media": null } ], "inclusions": [ { "text": "Accommodation on twin sharing basis" }, { "text": "Group transfers by comfortable AC coach" }, { "text": "Meals as per the itinerary" }, { "text": " English speaking guide wherever mentioned in the itinerary" }, { "text": "Sightseeing mentioned as per the itinerary" }, { "text": " Insurance upto 69 yrs of age (For women over 69 years there will be an extra charge for insurance which will be subject to the duration of the trip and the destination country)" }, { "text": "GST 5%" }, { "text": "TCS 2%" }, { "text": " Tips for drivers and guides" } ], "exclusions": [ { "text": "Early check in or late check out" }, { "text": "Optional excursions and activities" }, { "text": "Individual airport transfers." }, { "text": " Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone / fax calls, alcoholic beverages," }, { "text": "Meals not mentioned in the inclusions" }, { "text": "Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions" }, { "text": "Airfare- International/ Domestic" }, { "text": "Visa as applicable" } ], "testimonials": [ { "text": "South America indeed left me wide-eyed with wonder. This was my second WOW trip and what a trip it was. Rio de Janeiro was wonderful despite the rains and the samba class was so much fun with everyone.", "customerName": "Deepali", "customerOccupation": "Environmental Scientist", "media": null }, { "text": "My South America tour with WOW was truly memorable. The place is of course spectacular, the vibrant group of ladies and the perfect WOW buddy Vithika. Her excellent people centric skills make her an asset to WOW.\n", "customerName": "Neerja", "customerOccupation": "Professor", "media": null } ], "metadata": { "metaTitle": "Wide Eyed In South America ", "metaDescription": "Be mindful of what you're getting into: South America can be a lifetime addiction. Look at the back of all the travel guide books you can, and you’ll notice that the only one that says “the most exciting continent on the planet” is the one for South America. It goes on to say that if you’re jaded or bored with life, it’s the place to go. When in Peru, trek the ancient Inca trail, wander the stone temples of Machu Picchu or indulge in local delicacies in Lima. Take this big place in small bites and don't rush. Explore the bounty of food markets.\r\n Rough around the edges, superlative in its natural beauty, rugged, vexing, complex and slightly nerve-racking, Bolivia is one of South America’s most diverse and perplexing nations. Tour the epic salt flats of Salar de Uyuni, visit Coquesa and their famous “Mummies, or walk in the path of the Incas in the Cordillera Real; all with your travel companions. \r\nSo hop in to witness the beauty of Peru and Bolivia with WOW Club.\r\n", "metaKeywords": null }, "urls": { "web": "https://www.wowclub.com/solo-women-group-travel/magical-machu-picchu", "markdown": "https://www.wowclub.com/llms/trips/magical-machu-picchu.md", "json": "https://www.wowclub.com/llms/trips/magical-machu-picchu.json" }, "generatedAt": "2026-10-12T11:28:56.462Z" }