Morning: Arrive in Bogotá and settle into your accommodation in the historic La Candelaria district.
Afternoon: Explore the Gold Museum (Museo del Oro) and learn about Colombia's rich heritage.
Evening: Enjoy traditional Colombian cuisine at a local restaurant and stroll around Plaza Bolívar.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Medellín and check into your hotel in El Poblado.
Afternoon: Visit the Comuna 13 neighborhood to discover stunning street art and vibrant community history.
Evening: Experience Medellín’s nightlife at a salsa club or a cozy bar in Parque Lleras.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the cable car to Arví Park for beautiful nature trails and fresh air.
Afternoon: Visit the Botero Plaza to admire large sculptures by Fernando Botero and explore nearby museums.
Evening: Have dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the city lights.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Quito and get settled in the colonial center near Plaza Grande.
Afternoon: Tour the La Compañía Church and visit El Panecillo Hill for panoramic city views.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a traditional Ecuadorian restaurant serving ceviche.
Find HotelsMorning: Head to Otavalo Market to shop for indigenous crafts and textiles.
Afternoon: Visit nearby Cuicocha Lagoon for a boat ride around the crater lake.
Evening: Return to Quito and relax at a café in the old town.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Lima and check in near Miraflores district.
Afternoon: Walk the beautiful Malecón cliffs and visit Parque Kennedy.
Evening: Sample Peruvian dishes, including lomo saltado, at a local restaurant.
Day 7 Morning: Fly to Cusco, acclimate and explore Plaza de Armas.
Day 7 Afternoon: Visit the impressive Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun).
Day 7 Evening: Rest and prepare for the Machu Picchu trek.
Day 8: Full day guided visit to Machu Picchu with expert commentary.
Day 9: Return to Cusco, visit Sacsayhuamán ruins and experience local markets.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to La Paz and settle in the Zona Sur neighborhood.
Afternoon: Explore the unique Witches’ Market and stroll along Murillo Square.
Evening: Try Bolivian specialties like salteñas at a local eatery.
Day 11: Start a 3-day salt flats tour including Incahuasi Island and surreal landscapes.
Day 12: Explore Train Graveyard and vast reflective salt flats.
Day 13: Visit hot springs and high-altitude lagoons before returning to La Paz.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Santiago and check in near Bellavista.
Afternoon: Visit Cerro San Cristóbal for views and rosario gardens.
Evening: Experience Chilean wine tasting at a local bar.
Day 15: Day trip to the colorful port city of Valparaíso with its murals and funiculars.
Day 16: Relax on the beaches of Viña del Mar and visit the flower clock.
Day 17: Return to Santiago, visit the National Museum of Fine Arts and explore street markets.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Buenos Aires and stay in Palermo.
Afternoon: Explore the colorful La Boca neighborhood and visit Caminito Street.
Evening: Attend a passionate tango show with dinner.
Day 19: Visit Recoleta Cemetery and the famous Floralis Genérica sculpture.
Day 20: Day trip to the Tigre Delta for a boat tour and exploring artisan markets.
Day 21: Explore San Telmo antiques market and try Argentine steak at a parrilla.
Day 22: Fly to Puerto Iguazu and settle near Iguazu National Park.
Day 23: Full day exploring Argentine side of Iguazu Falls, including the Devil’s Throat.
Day 24: Visit the Brazilian side for panoramic views and bird watching.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Rio de Janeiro and check into Copacabana.
Afternoon: Relax on Copacabana Beach and stroll the boardwalk.
Evening: Dinner with local seafood and live music.
Day 26: Visit iconic Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain via cable car.
Day 27: Explore the Santa Teresa neighborhood and its vibrant street art.
Day 28: Enjoy the Ipanema Beach vibe and a samba club at night.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly back to Buenos Aires for your last night in South America.
Afternoon: Last-minute shopping and walking through Puerto Madero.
Evening: Farewell dinner with local wine and tango music.
Find HotelsMorning: Transfer to airport and departure home or onward travel.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: $1,575 + flights
If you want to extend your trip, consider adding visits to Patagonia in Argentina and Chile for unparalleled nature and hiking experiences. Alternatively, to shorten the trip, focus on fewer countries—perhaps Colombia, Peru, and Brazil—to get a deeper cultural experience without the long internal flights. Adjust your pace by choosing either fast city tours or slower nature and cultural immersion depending on your travel style.