Argentina, Chile & Perú Tour Argentina, Chile & Peru Tour: Culinary Sensory Journey Through South America

You've landed in Buenos Aires, where your Northern Argentina tour begins! Our friendly team will meet you at the airport and take you to your comfy hotel.
The rest of the day is all about you. Relax at your hotel or go out and discover Buenos Aires at your own pace. Stroll through San Telmo's charming streets filled with tango rhythms, or explore Recoleta's history. Take a leisurely walk in Palermo Parks, a green paradise.

Buenos Aires is a food lover's dream. Try mouthwatering steaks at a local parrilla or sample empanadas and mate, Argentina's famous tea.

Overnight: Tango de Mayo or similar
Meal Plan: None

Today, we’ll explore some of Buenos Aires’ most iconic places. We’ll start in Palermo, famed for its leafy avenues and elegant embassies, before continuing to Recoleta, where grand architecture and the exclusive Alvear Avenue reflect the city’s timeless charm. In San Telmo, the historic tango quarter, we’ll soak up its lively atmosphere as we stroll along cobbled streets filled with art and music. Then, we’ll head to La Boca to see the famous Boca Juniors stadium and the colourful Caminito, where creativity and passion fill every corner.

In the afternoon, we’ll travel 30 km north to Tigre, a picturesque riverside town surrounded by the natural beauty of the Delta. We’ll pass through its elegant residential areas and enjoy lunch by the water at María Luján Restaurant before boarding a boat at Puerto de Frutos for a scenic one-hour cruise.

As we sail along the Luján, Carapachay, Angostura, Espera, and Sarmiento rivers, we’ll admire charming rowing clubs, cultural landmarks, and the elegant Tigre Cultural Centre, once the grand Tigre Hotel. We’ll also visit the Sarmiento Museum, where you’ll discover the region’s unique island lifestyle and learn about its deep connection to the river.

After this peaceful journey through the Delta, we’ll return to Puerto de Frutos and make our way back to the hotel.

Overnight: Tango de Mayo or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

In the morning, we’ll leave the city behind and travel about 120 km to San Antonio de Areco, the heart of Argentina’s gaucho traditions. This charming town offers a glimpse into the country’s rural heritage and timeless customs.

Spend the day at El Ombú de Areco, a historic 1880 estancia surrounded by wide-open Pampas and ancient ombú trees. Enjoy a traditional Argentine barbecue paired with local wine, and take part in countryside activities such as horseback riding, carriage rides, or folk performances with live music and dancing.

As the afternoon ends, relax with the peaceful views of the Pampas before returning to Buenos Aires, carrying with you the warmth and spirit of Argentina’s rural life.
 

Overnight: Tango de Mayo or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Snack

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) for your flight to Mendoza. Upon arrival at El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ), you’ll be welcomed and transferred to your hotel, where you can settle in and start enjoying the charm of Argentina’s renowned wine region.

Overnight: Hualta Hotel Mendoza or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Today we will explore the majestic Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas, surrounded by breathtaking Andean landscapes.
We’ll travel southwest on Provincial Route 86, passing through the scenic town of Cacheuta and the tunnel connecting to Potrerillos. Along the way, enjoy views of the Cordón del Plata, Mendoza’s main water source, and the sparkling Potrerillos Dam nestled among the mountains. A stop in Uspallata will offer panoramic views of the valley, giving you a moment to take it all in.
Continuing to Aconcagua Provincial Park, we’ll take a gentle one-hour walk to the Laguna de los Horcones viewpoint. Here, you can admire the South Wall and the summit of Aconcagua while enjoying a delicious mountain lunch in the charming town of Las Cuevas, near the Chilean border.
After this incredible experience in the Andes, we’ll transfer you back to your hotel, leaving you with memories of some of Argentina’s most spectacular landscapes.

Overnight: Hualta Hotel Mendoza or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Box Lunch

Today we will visit the heart of Mendoza's wine country. Luján de Cuyo, famous as the land of Malbec, invites you to savour legendary wines and other exceptional varietals from this renowned region.

We'll stop at some of the most illustrious wineries in Luján de Cuyo, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in the world of fine wines. These visits provide insights into the winemaking process, the history of the vineyards, and the opportunity to taste a diverse range of wines, including the celebrated Malbec.

To complete this dynamic tour of Mendoza's wine culture, we've arranged a full gourmet lunch that pairs perfectly with the wines you've explored throughout the day. Savour the flavours of local cuisine while surrounded by the vineyards that produce these exceptional wines.

Note: The tour includes a private guide and transportation, but wine tastings at the wineries may be shared with other visitors if applicable.

Overnight: Hualta Hotel Mendoza or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast Lunch

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Mendoza and transferred to El Plumerillo International Airport for your flight to Santiago. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a personalized sign and taken to your hotel to get settled and begin discovering the city.

In the afternoon, you will explore some of Santiago’s most iconic areas on a guided walking tour. The experience begins at the Plaza de Armas, where you can admire the Cathedral, the Central Post Office and the Municipality of Santiago, all emblematic landmarks that reflect the city’s history. The tour continues to La Moneda Palace, the seat of the Chilean Government, followed by a pleasant walk through nearby streets filled with stories, architectural contrasts and a vibrant urban atmosphere. Throughout the tour, Santiago’s cultural heritage and history unfold at every step.

Note: This tour includes English-speaking guidance only. Transportation and entrance fees to attractions are not included.

Overnight: Luciano K Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Today we will explore some of Chile’s most charming coastal cities. We’ll start with a panoramic tour of the elegant seaside resort of Viña del Mar, enjoying its beaches and vibrant atmosphere. Next, we’ll visit Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site full of character and history. We’ll wander through Alegre and Concepción Hills, taking in the colorful houses, eclectic architecture, steep stairways, picturesque 19th-century elevators, and the city’s famous street art.

After discovering the highlights of these coastal gems, we’ll transfer you to La Casona Hotel for check-in and some time to relax.

To end the day on a delightful note, we’ll visit Matetic, a boutique biodynamic winery in the Rosario Valley, for a tasting of 2 Corralillo wines and 2 EQ wines. Savor the unique flavors of this exceptional wine region while enjoying the serene vineyard surroundings.
 

Overnight: Hotel La Casona or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Today we will follow in the footsteps of Pablo Neruda as we explore the charming coastal town of Isla Negra. The crashing waves here have long inspired artists and dreamers alike. We’ll visit the poet’s eccentric house by the ocean, where his playful imagination comes alive through collections of world maps, masks, figureheads, and other fascinating treasures.

In the afternoon, we’ll journey to the Maipo Valley, known for its beautiful vineyard landscapes and rich winemaking tradition. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the scenery and learn about the region’s cultural and agricultural significance without participating in any tasting activities.

At the end of the day, we’ll transfer you back to your hotel, leaving you with memories of history, art, and the beauty of Chile’s coast and countryside.
 

Overnight: Cascada Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

In the afternoon, we will pick you up from your hotel in Maipo Valley and transfer you back to Santiago. Along the way, we’ll stop at Haras del Pirque Winery for a memorable wine tasting experience.

Our visit begins on the main terrace of the winery, where you can admire stunning views of the Pirque Valley and the majestic Andes Mountains. We will then explore the vinification area and the wine cellar, discovering the magic of organic viticulture in Maipo. The tasting includes three exceptional wines, Albaclara Sauvignon Blanc, Hussonet Cabernet Sauvignon Gran Reserva, and Galantas Cabernet Franc, paired with carefully selected snacks, enjoyed in the spectacular tasting room inside the cellar.

Note: The wine tasting is available from Monday to Saturday, at either 12:00 or 16:00. The tasting is shared with other visitors and guided in English or Spanish.

Overnight: Luciano K Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Santiago International Airport (SCL) in time for your departure flight to Lima.

Upon arrival in Peru’s vibrant capital, our team will be waiting at the airport with a sign bearing your name. Once you meet, you’ll be driven to your hotel, where we’ll assist with check-in and share useful tips to help you settle in and start enjoying your time in Lima.

Depending on your arrival time, we’ll be happy to suggest activities or places to explore on your first day in the city.

Overnight: Lima - Villa Barranco or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Your guide will pick you up and take you to explore a local market in Lima, where you will walk among stalls filled with fresh produce from across Peru, sample fruits and seafood, and learn about their use in Peruvian cuisine. Afterwards, you will visit Lima’s historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that reflects Peru’s colonial past through its architecture. You will stroll around the main square and learn about the city’s development over the centuries.

To conclude your visit to Lima’s historic centre, you will explore Casa Aliaga, the oldest continuously inhabited private residence in the New World. This colonial mansion reveals how wealthy families lived during Spanish rule and highlights the craftsmanship of the era. Before continuing, enjoy a stop at a traditional pastry shop to taste sweet and savoury Peruvian treats accompanied by a local drink.

Afterwards, head to Barranco, Lima’s coastal district celebrated for its art and bohemian spirit. Once a retreat for the wealthy, it is now a cultural hub filled with galleries, colourful street art and traditional crafts. As you walk its lively streets, your guide will share insights into its transformation into the city’s artistic heart.

Food plays a central role in this experience, with visits to local huariques where you will sample authentic Peruvian dishes, along with a stop at a chocolate shop to discover Peruvian cacao. With so many tastings throughout the day, it is best to start with a light breakfast.

Tip: Start your day with a light breakfast, as a variety of flavours and dishes await you throughout the tour

Overnight: Lima - Villa Barranco or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Begin your day with a morning transfer to the airport to board your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, our team will welcome you and begin the journey into the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This picturesque valley, with its lower elevation and tranquil atmosphere, is the perfect introduction to your time in the Andes, helping you acclimatize while offering stunning landscapes and a wealth of cultural experiences.
About an hour into the journey, we’ll reach the high plateaus of Maras and Moray, where you’ll meet Manuel Choqque, an innovative farmer and expert in native Andean tubers. Manuel’s work focuses on studying and cultivating a wide variety of native potatoes, creating unique products like potato chips and even potato wines. During your visit, you’ll have the chance to taste his creations and gain insight into the agricultural heritage of the Andes. Lunch will be served in Manuel’s home, with dishes prepared using produce grown in the surrounding fields.
After lunch, there’s the option to visit the famous Maras Salt Flats, a pre-Inca salt extraction complex featuring thousands of terraced salt ponds cascading down the mountainside. If time permits and you’re feeling adventurous, you can take a scenic 1.5-hour downhill hike from the salt flats to the base of the valley, where your transport will be waiting to take you to your hotel. Alternatively, you can continue directly by car from Maras to your hotel, arriving in approximately 30 minutes.
 

Overnight: Sacred Valley- Ollantaytambo - Qolqas Eco Resor or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Today, you'll venture away from the classic routes to explore the Sacred Valley from a different perspective. First we head to Amaru Community, located in the mountains behind Pisac. This traditional village has kept its ancient weaving traditions alive for generations.
On arrival, you'll be welcomed by community members who are eager to share their traditional weaving knowledge, a craft that has deep roots in the Andes. To star, you'll join them to collect flowers and leaves that serve as natural dyes for textiles. These plants form the foundation of their traditional coloring process that has been used for centuries.
You'll then observe and participate in the weaving process. This begins with the shearing of alpaca wool, followed by spinning the fibers and preparing them into skeins. Next, you'll see how the natural dyes are applied to the wool and how the colors are set permanently into the fibers. The process concludes with hand weaving on traditional looms.
The patterns used in these textiles carry important symbolic meaning for the Amaru community members. Your hosts will explain the significance of some of the most important motifs and what they represent in their culture. After the weaving demonstration, you'll share a simple but good lunch prepared with local produce from the area.
Following lunch, you'll make your way to Pisac Archaeological site, one of the most impressive Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley. This terraced complex was built on a mountain ridge and served as both a fortress and ceremonial center during the Inca period. 
From the archaeological site, you have the option to descend through original Inca stone steps down to Pisac village. This walk takes you through different sections of the ruins and offers views of the surrounding valley. The village below is known for its market and colonial architecture that blends with more recent constructions.
If you prefer not to walk down, private transport can take you directly back to your hotel. The descent on foot takes about 45 minutes and provides a different perspective of both the ruins and the valley below.
 

Overnight: Sacred Valley- Ollantaytambo - Qolqas Eco Resor or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

In the morning, your guide will collect you from your hotel and take you to the train station in the Sacred Valley. Here, you will board the scenic train to Machu Picchu. This one-and-a-half-hour journey passes through Andean landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and small Inca sites before entering the lush cloud forest of Peru.

Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, before heading to the famous site, you will enjoy a special culinary experience in a charming local venue, where you will learn about and taste a traditional Andean pachamanca. This ancient cooking technique uses hot stones placed in the earth, and you will see the whole process, from preparation to cooking. You will also sample chicha, the pre-Hispanic fermented corn drink, also known as “corn beer.” This experience offers a complete introduction to the ancestral culinary traditions of the Andes.

After the pachamanca experience, you will take the shuttle bus up the winding road to Machu Picchu for a full visit to this 15th-century Inca site. Your guide will share stories about how it was built and what it meant to the Inca civilisation as you explore its different sectors, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Once you have explored Machu Picchu, you will take the bus back down to Aguas Calientes to board the train to Ollantaytambo station. From there, private transport will take you back to your hotel, rounding off a day full of unforgettable experiences.
 

Overnight: Sacred Valley- Ollantaytambo - Qolqas Eco Resor or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Begin your day with an early morning visit to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley, a traditional Andean village that has preserved its original Inca character. Arriving early allows you to explore the Ollantaytambo archaeological site without crowds, admiring its impressive stonework and enjoying a more authentic experience. Nestled in the mountains near Machu Picchu, the village still reflects the atmosphere of the Inca Empire.

During your visit, you’ll also explore a local distillery in Ollantaytambo, where high-quality Andean spirits are produced from sugarcane and infused with herbs, fruits and local ingredients. At the same venue, you’ll visit a coffee roastery, learning how beans from the nearby Cusco cloud forest, considered among the best in Peru, are carefully roasted. This experience combines a unique coffee tasting and spirits experience, showcasing the flavours of the Andes and the blend of traditional and modern methods.

After your morning in Ollantaytambo, you’ll journey back towards Cusco, stopping for a relaxing lakeside lunch at Piuray Lake, surrounded by stunning Andean landscapes. On arrival in Cusco, your tour continues with a visit to Sacsayhuaman, a monumental 15th-century Inca fortress renowned for its cyclopean stone walls and breathtaking panoramic views of Cusco’s red-tiled roofs and colonial architecture. The day concludes with your arrival at your hotel in the historic Inca capital, marking the perfect end to a day filled with archaeology, landscapes and authentic Andean flavours.
 

Overnight: Cusco - Antigua Casona San Blas or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Spend the morning with Seledonia, a charismatic local chef who will guide you through the markets she frequents in Cusco. Thanks to the city’s location between the Andes and the Amazon, you’ll discover an incredible variety of produce and taste exotic fruits like lúcuma, chirimoya and granadilla while learning how different climates shape Peruvian cuisine.

After the market, head to Seledonia’s kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. With her guidance, you’ll prepare classic Peruvian dishes or experiment with local ingredients in a fun and creative way. The experience combines cooking, culture and storytelling, ending with a shared lunch of the dishes you’ve created.

Depending on your schedule, there may be time for a bit more exploring in Cusco before your transfer to the airport for your flight back to Lima, where you’ll connect with your international journey home.
 

Overnight: Depending on your international flight
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch