Epic South America Adventure: Peru and Brazil Exploration from Sydney

Day 1: Arrival and Relax

Lima, Peru on June 12, 2025

10:00am

Arrival and Check-in

Arrive in Lima and check into your hotel to relax and acclimate after your flight from Sydney.

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12:30pm

Lunch at Punto Azul

Enjoy classic Peruvian ceviche and seafood dishes at this popular local restaurant in Miraflores. Open daily 12pm-11pm.

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2:00pm

Parque Kennedy Walk and Local Markets

Stroll through the busy Parque Kennedy and explore nearby artisanal markets for crafts and souvenirs.

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6:00pm

Dinner at Central Restaurante

Dine at one of Latin America's best restaurants, offering innovative Peruvian cuisine. Reservations recommended. Open 6pm-11pm.

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Day 2: Lima Exploration

Lima, Peru on June 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at El Pan de la Chola

Start your day with artisanal breads and excellent coffee at this Miraflores bakery. Open 7am-3pm.

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9:30am

Visit Plaza Mayor and Lima Cathedral

Explore the historic heart of Lima with grand colonial architecture and the famous Cathedral. Open 9am-6pm.

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12:00pm

Lunch at Museo Larco Cafe

Have lunch in the garden cafe next to the Larco Museum, featuring traditional Peruvian dishes. Open 10am-5pm.

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1:45pm

Larco Museum Tour

Explore one of the finest collections of pre-Columbian art and artifacts housed in a beautiful 18th-century vice-royal building. Open 9am-7pm.

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4:00pm

Walk along the Miraflores Boardwalk

Enjoy ocean views and visit Parque del Amor with its famous mosaic walls. Accessible any time.

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7:00pm

Dinner at Maido

Savor Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine at this highly-rated restaurant. Open 7pm-11pm, reservations required.

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Day 3: Day Trip to Pachacamac

Lima, Peru on June 14, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a quick breakfast before the day trip to Pachacamac ruins.

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8:30am

Pachacamac Ruins Visit

Visit the significant archaeological site south of Lima known for its temples and pyramids, open 9am-5pm.

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1:00pm

Lunch at El Viejo Molino

Dine on traditional Peruvian fare near the Pachacamac site, offering local specialties.

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3:00pm

Return to Lima

Head back to Lima and relax at your hotel or nearby cafe.

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7:00pm

Dinner at La Mar

Experience another excellent cevicheria focusing on fresh seafood. Open 12pm-11pm.

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Day 4: Travel to Cusco

Cusco, Peru on June 15, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up for your flight to Cusco with a nutritious breakfast.

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9:00am

Flight Lima to Cusco

Take a 1h20m flight to Cusco, arriving mid-morning.

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11:00am

Hotel check-in and acclimation

Check into your hotel in Cusco and rest to adjust to altitude.

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1:00pm

Lunch at Kuska

Enjoy local Andean dishes highlighting quinoa and potatoes. Open 12pm-5pm.

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2:30pm

Plaza de Armas and Cusco Cathedral

Visit the historic central plaza and cathedral with colonial art, open 9am-6pm.

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5:00pm

Stroll around San Blas neighborhood

Explore the bohemian quarter known for artisan shops and galleries.

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7:30pm

Dinner at Cicciolina

Enjoy a mix of tapas and local Andean dishes. Open 6pm-11pm.

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Day 5: Sacred Valley Tour

Cusco, Peru on June 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Eat early before an all-day tour to the Sacred Valley.

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8:00am

Sacred Valley Tour

Visit Pisac Market and Ruins, Ollantaytambo Fortress, including local artisan shops. Tour runs 8am-6pm.

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12:30pm

Lunch in Urubamba

Enjoy traditional Andean cuisine at a local restaurant with valley views.

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6:30pm

Return to Cusco

Arrive back at your hotel for rest.

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Day 6: Cusco City Tour

Cusco, Peru on June 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Jack's Cafe

Start with Western-style breakfasts and great coffee, open 7am-3pm.

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9:30am

Visit Sacsayhuaman and Q'enqo

Explore these impressive Incan archaeological sites on the city's outskirts, open 7am-5pm.

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1:00pm

Lunch at Green Point

Enjoy healthy vegetarian and vegan cuisine. Open 12pm-10pm.

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2:30pm

Visit Korikancha and San Pedro Market

Discover the Temple of the Sun and explore the vibrant local market.

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6:00pm

Dinner at Morena Peruvian Kitchen

A casual spot for traditional Peruvian dishes, open until 10pm.

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Day 7: Machu Picchu Visit

Cusco, Peru on June 18, 2025

5:30am

Early Train to Machu Picchu

Catch the early train from Cusco (Poroy Station) to Aguas Calientes for Machu Picchu visit.

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10:00am

Machu Picchu Guided Tour

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site with a licensed guide for 2 hours. Open 6am-5pm.

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12:30pm

Lunch in Aguas Calientes

Relax and have lunch in a local restaurant before heading back.

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2:30pm

Return Train to Cusco

Travel back to Cusco by train after an unforgettable day.

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Day 8: Cusco Leisure Day

Cusco, Peru on June 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Leisurely morning breakfast and recovery from Machu Picchu trip.

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10:00am

Free Time to Explore

Use this day to relax or explore any favorite spots, museums, or shopping in Cusco.

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5:00pm

Dinner at MAP Café

Savor innovative Peruvian cuisine inside the Museo de Arte Precolombino, open 6pm-10pm.

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Day 9: Travel to Lima

Lima, Peru on June 20, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast

Light breakfast prior to morning flight.

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9:00am

Flight Cusco to Lima

Flight back to Lima, approx 1h30m.

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11:00am

Hotel Check-in and Rest

Check-in back into your Lima hotel and relax.

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1:00pm

Lunch at El Mercado

Enjoy fresh seafood and ceviche in a lively atmosphere. Open noon-10pm.

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3:00pm

Visit Magic Water Circuit at Parque de la Reserva

Famous night water fountain show, best seen after dark, open until 10pm.

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7:00pm

Dinner at Rafael

A top gourmet choice for fusion-style Peruvian cuisine, open 7pm-11pm.

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Day 10: Lima Cultural Day

Lima, Peru on June 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Tostaduria Bisetti

Coffee lovers' paradise with freshly roasted brews, open 7am-3pm.

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9:30am

Visit the Barranco District

Discover the artsy neighborhood with galleries, street art, and the Puente de los Suspiros, best explored in the morning. Shops open 10am.

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1:00pm

Lunch at Canta Rana

Experience an authentic Peruvian tapas-style dining in Barranco. Open noon-5pm.

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2:30pm

Museo Pedro de Osma

Visit this museum featuring colonial art and beautiful gardens, open 10am-5pm Wednesday to Sunday.

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5:00pm

Return to Miraflores

Relax at your hotel or seaside parks.

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7:30pm

Dinner at Amaz

Enjoy jungle-inspired Peruvian cuisine in Miraflores, open 7pm-11pm.

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Day 11: Fly Lima to Iquitos

Iquitos, Peru on June 22, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast in preparation for the flight to the Peruvian Amazon.

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9:00am

Flight Lima to Iquitos

Fly about 2h20m to Iquitos, gateway to the Amazon rainforest.

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11:30am

Hotel Check-in

Arrive and settle into your jungle lodge or city hotel.

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12:30pm

Lunch at El Dorado

Local specialty dishes featuring fresh river fish, popular with tourists. Open 12pm-10pm.

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2:00pm

Explore Belen Market

Visit this bustling floating market, offering exotic Amazonian fruits and medicinal plants. Accessible in afternoon.

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6:00pm

Dinner at Fulbito Burger

A casual spot with unique Amazonian ingredients in a fun setting, open till 11pm.

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Day 12: Amazon Jungle Tour

Iquitos, Peru on June 23, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at lodge

Early breakfast before embarking on a full-day Amazon tour.

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7:00am

Amazon Jungle Excursion

Full day guided tour including riverboat rides, wildlife watching, and visiting indigenous communities. Tours usually run 7am-5pm.

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6:30pm

Dinner at lodge

Return to lodge for a hearty dinner with local and international options.

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Day 13: Iquitos Leisure and Flight to Rio

Iquitos, Peru / Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on June 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast

Relaxed breakfast and pack for departure.

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9:30am

Visit Museo de Culturas Indígenas Amazónicas

Discover exhibits on the Amazon's indigenous cultures, open 9am-5pm.

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12:00pm

Lunch at Juice Bar

Light lunch with fresh tropical juices and snacks.

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2:00pm

Flight Iquitos to Lima

Fly 2h20m back to Lima to connect with your Rio de Janeiro flight.

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5:00pm

Flight Lima to Rio de Janeiro

Take an approx 5h45m overnight flight from Lima to Rio.

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Day 14: Arrival Rio

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on June 25, 2025

1:00pm

Arrival and Hotel Check-in

Arrive in Rio and relax after your long flight, checking into your beachfront hotel near Copacabana or Ipanema.

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3:00pm

Walk along Copacabana Beach

Unwind with a stroll and take in the iconic beach scene and ocean views.

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6:00pm

Dinner at Garota de Ipanema

Taste traditional Brazilian dishes and enjoy live samba in this famous restaurant, open from 6pm.

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Day 15: Christ Statue & Sugarloaf

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on June 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe 18 do Forte

Set in a historical fort with ocean views, serving Brazilian breakfast specialties. Open 7am-11am.

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9:30am

Visit Christ the Redeemer

Ride the scenic cog train up Corcovado Mountain to visit the iconic statue, open 8am-7pm.

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1:00pm

Lunch at Aprazível

Enjoy Brazilian cuisine with stunning views in Santa Teresa neighborhood. Open noon-11pm.

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3:00pm

Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car

Take cable cars up and down the mountain for panoramic views of the city and bay, open 8am-9pm.

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6:30pm

Dinner at Marius Degustare

Upmarket seafood and meat restaurant with a unique ambiance near Copacabana, open from 7pm.

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Day 16: Beaches and Museums

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on June 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Confeitaria Colombo

Historic cafe serving a rich Brazilian breakfast in downtown Rio. Open 7am-10pm.

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9:30am

Museum of Tomorrow

Visit this innovative science museum focused on sustainability, open 10am-6pm.

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12:00pm

Lunch at Carioca da Gema

Casual Brazilian food with live samba performances, open 12pm-12am.

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2:00pm

Relax on Ipanema Beach

Spend the afternoon soaking up the sun and vibrant atmosphere of this iconic beach.

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7:00pm

Dinner at Zazá Bistrô Tropical

Enjoy eclectic Brazilian dishes with a tropical vibe, open until 11pm.

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Day 17: Tijuca Forest and Nightlife

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on June 28, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Light breakfast to start your adventure.

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8:00am

Tijuca National Park Hike

Explore the largest urban rainforest in the world with waterfalls and scenic viewpoints. Best visited in the morning, open dawn till dusk.

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2:00pm

Lunch at Restaurante Natura

Located near Tijuca park entrance, offering local and healthy dishes.

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4:00pm

Rest at hotel

Relax and freshen up before the evening.

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7:30pm

Experience Lapa Nightlife

Visit the lively Lapa district with samba clubs and street parties. Dine at Rio Scenarium, open 7pm-2am.

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Day 18: Selarón Steps and Departure

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on June 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Bakers

Enjoy a fresh bakery style breakfast, open from 7am.

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9:30am

Visit Selarón Steps and Santa Teresa

Explore the famous vibrant steps and the charming Santa Teresa district with art shops and cafes, open all day.

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1:00pm

Lunch at Espírito Santa

Amazonian-inspired Brazilian cuisine in Santa Teresa, open noon-4pm.

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3:00pm

Pack and prepare for departure

Relax and get ready for your flight back home.

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7:00pm

Flight from Rio to Sydney (via connecting hub)

Begin your journey back home after a memorable trip.

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