Latin America is a whole bunch of different directions.
From Mexican Mayans and Aztecs to Brazilian carnivals, from the impenetrable jungle and exoticism of Argentina and Venezuela to spicy Chile and Peru, from colorful and multinational Bolivia to Colombia. Every year, millions of tourists come to this fabulous beauty of the mainland to fulfill their most cherished desires, and it is not surprising that for this they most often choose warm and welcoming beaches. If Latin America does not appeal to you, you can always order trips to Egypt from Moscow.
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is one of the most stellar and popular Latin American regions. This country is famous for its azure waters and white beaches. Beach holidays and surfing can always be complemented by unforgettable excursions and modern eco-tourism.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica's beaches are considered the most amazing and diverse in the world. Here you will find sand in all shades - from golden white to black. Most coastal zones suitable for both young people and families with children. The most popular beaches are Playa Nozara, Playa Carillo, Tamarindo and Playa Flamingo. Each of them has its own specialization, so the choice will not be difficult.
Cuba
There is no such person who, at least by hearsay, would not be familiar with Cuba. It is incredibly quiet and deserted, and the local population rarely visits the beaches. For vacationers, everything is absolutely free: both entrance and equipment. Each hotel has its own beach area and you don't have to look for a suitable place to stay. Cuba was created to simply enjoy life, and bright everyday life will make your vacation unforgettable.
In addition to the most requested beach resorts Cuba, Dominican Republic and Costa Rica, leading positions are taken by Brazil (Rio de Janeiro), Ecuador (Salinas and Atacames) and Venezuela (Margarita Island). Believe me, in Latin America they know what fun and entertainment are, so you certainly won't be bored on the beaches!
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN TRAVELING TO LATIN AMERICA?
There may be few news, but not all independent travelers know about them. For example, recently one tourist who returned from Peru received 11.5 years in prison for smuggling an intoxicating substance. Could he really not have known that it was not a souvenir that he was carrying?
Our travel expert Maria Dobrokhotova will tell you about the various pitfalls when traveling to Latin America.
Do you dream of taking a photo against the backdrop of the mysterious Machu Picchu? Looking for treasures in the sacred waters of Lake Guatavita? Hear firsthand legends about the quetzal bird? The studio of individual recreation and tourism "Svoi lyudi" invites you to go on interesting tours in Latin America. Among our group and individual programs there is an exclusive that you will not find on the Russian market. Managers with many years of experience in the region personally inspect hotels and resorts, selecting only best tours for Latin America.
For those who are keen on the history of disappeared civilizations, we recommend the program "In the footsteps of ancient civilizations: the legacy of the Incas." For travelers with an active lifestyle we offer tours "In the rhythm of enduro in Costa Rica" or "Ecuador and diving in the Galapagos", and adrenaline lovers will be delighted with the tour "Jeep on the route of the Dakar rally: Chile, Argentina, Bolivia" ... Gourmets will love the special routes Brazilian Gastronomic Secrets and Patagonia's Nature and Wines. The company "Svoi lyudi" - a tour operator in Latin America offers many options for tours to Central and South America, as well as to the Caribbean.
Visit unique nature reserves and the most picturesque corners of the planet, going on trips "Wildlife of Venezuela" or "Culture and nature of Ecuador". The assortment of our tours also includes combined programs that combine rest and excursions (“ Sightseeing tour to Panama + rest on the coast ").
South America Tours
Route: Bogota - Meldein - Cartagena.
The city of colorful graffiti Bogota, the underground "City of Salt" near the city of Zipaquira, ancient stone idols, the inaccessible port of Cartagena, coffee plantations and idyllic beaches of the Caribbean coast ... All this is Colombia, which you will discover during our ten-day trip in the company a Russian speaking guide. You will visit the Gold Museum in Bogota and see the countless treasures of Colombia, including the unique "Golden Raft". You will visit Meldeina, where you can immerse yourself in the life of the colonial era and get into the mansion of Pablo Escobar. In the labyrinthine corridors of the fortress on the shores of the Gulf of Cartagena, you will feel like a contemporary of pirates, and then relax on the pristine white beaches of the Rosario Islands.
We invite you to make an incredibly interesting journey to the lands of civilizations that have long disappeared from the face of the earth - the Mayans and the Olmecs, as well as unravel all the secrets and hear the mysterious legends of the Yucatan Peninsula. Local nature surprisingly combines impenetrable jungle and sun-scorched savannahs. You will visit the legendary archaeological zones that preserve the sights that arose in these places long before the advent of our era, walk through the ghost town of Teotihuacan, see giant heads from basalt in Villahermosa, see the ruins of the most beautiful Mayan city located near Palenque, and you can dive into the cool waters of Mexico's largest underground karst lake.
The ancient cities of the Aztecs, Mayans, Zapotecs and other civilizations, magnificent waterfalls, beautiful beaches of the Caribbean coast - you will find all this in Mexico. Going on this group tour, you will visit Mexico City full of contrasts, mysterious Teotihuacan, Taxco “city of silver”, Monte Alban - the center of the Zapotec empire, amazing Palenque, as well as relax in the world famous resort of Acapulco and visit many other attractions that rich in Mexico.
Tour itinerary: Rio de Janeiro - Foz de Iguazu - Buenos Aires.
Carnival in Rio, legendary Iguazu Falls and Tango in Buenos Aires One of the brightest celebrations in the world is, without a doubt, the legendary Carnival in Rio de Janeiro! A spectacular show is being prepared for a whole year, and even children know the names of the couturiers who create the costumes for the Parade of Samba Schools in Rio. We invite you to a guaranteed group tour accompanied by a Russian-speaking guide with a visit to the famous carnival on Sambodromo. You can spend the whole night at the famous show and join your favorite dance school, succumbing to the fiery rhythms of samba and rumba.
Tour itinerary: Mexico City - National Anthropological Museum - Teotihuacan - Puebla - Veracruz - La Venta - Palenque - Yaxchilan - Campeche - Uxmal - Merida - Chichen Itza - Ik Kil - Cancun.
The guaranteed group tour in Russian "Magic Mexico" provides an opportunity to get in touch with the ancient cultures of the pre-Columbian era, admire the unique flora and fauna of several Mexican states and enjoy the comfort of the colonial cities of Veracruz, Puebla, Campeche and Merida.
A high-mountain lake, which was once part of the ocean, ancient temples of Machu Picchu, sanctuaries and sacred springs, powerful energy of prehistoric structures and mysteries of civilizations that have long disappeared from the face of the earth - all this awaits you during your trip to Peru! We have prepared for you an incredibly interesting route - "The ABC of Peru", which is guaranteed to surprise, give vivid emotions and allow you to open the veil of secrecy and touch the heritage of the ancient Incas that causes silent delight and awe.
The charm of Liberty Island, the Rich Coast conservation areas and the lush white beaches of the country that connects North and South America. We invite you on a great journey through the famous Caribbean Triangle! The program will give many discoveries and vivid impressions even for sophisticated tourists, because it includes exciting excursions and is successfully complemented beach vacation off the Pacific Ocean. During the tour you will walk along the colonial streets of Havana, visit the Poas, La Paz and Arenal Volcano National Parks, visit the Arenal Mundo Aventura Canopy Park, take an exciting boat trip along the Rio Frio River, see the legendary Panama Canal and be transported back to the time of Christopher Columbus in old Portobello.
Route: Lima - Cusco - Valley of the Incas - Machu Picchu - Cusco - Puno - Juliaca - Lima - Santiago de Chile - Easter Island - Santiago de Chile - Viña del Mar and Valparaiso - Santiago de Chile - Buenos Aires - San Antonio de Los Cobres - Santa Rosa Tastil - Salta - Iguazu - Rio de Janeiro.
We invite you to see the best of Latin America in one trip! Spend three weeks on a land that preserves the legacy of the Aztec, Inca and Mayan civilizations, which has become the birthplace of passionate tango and fiery samba rhythms, concentrating a huge number of distinctive traditions and cultures rooted in centuries.
Incredible nature, an interesting excursion program, crystal clear Pacific waters, ancient volcanoes and invigorating mountain air - all this beckons to go on a trip as soon as possible! We invite you to a group tour to Peru and Ecuador with a vacation by the ocean in the Galapagos Islands. The program includes acquaintance with the sights of Lima and ancient architectural gems of Cusco, an excursion to one of the seven wonders of the world ...
Tour itinerary: Rio de Janeiro - Foz de Iguazu - Buenos Aires - Santiago de Chile
Incendiary rhythms of samba, exotic beauties in bright outfits and a whole range of the most incredible emotions, a passionate tango show in Buenos Aires, as well as an acquaintance with the famous monuments of history and architecture in the capital of Chile - all in one program! We invite you on an adventure across Latin America.
Tour itinerary: Mexico City - Teotihuacan - Merida - Cancun - Chichen Itza - Tulum - Chetumal - Lamanai - Belize City - Barrier Reef (optional) - Tikal - Sweet River - Quirigua - Copan - Santa Ana - San Salvador - Managua - Granada - Arenal volcano - Poas - San Jose - Panama City - Embera Vonauun Indian tribes - Panama City - Pacific Ocean.
This is a real gift for those who dreamed at one time to see all the most interesting in Central America... Each of the participants will visit 8 countries: Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama. Only a few will become owners of lucky tickets to the world of great Indian civilizations, try to solve many mysteries and mysteries of bygone days and plunge into the kingdom of the wild.
We invite you on a trip to mysterious Peru! The classic route will not only introduce you to very popular places among travelers, but will also reveal many mysteries of the country, which carefully preserves the heritage of disappeared civilizations. During the trip, the group will be accompanied by a qualified Russian-speaking guide. You can see the beautiful pearls of the "city of kings", stop by the picturesque alpine lake Titicaca, feel the incredibly powerful energy of the ancient temples of Machu Picchu, get to ancient temple Coricancha and visit the ceremonial complex of Sacsayhuamana, erected by the very first Inca, Manco Capac.
Impressive volcanoes, beautiful waterfalls, dense tropical forests and famous sights in all corners of the planet - all this awaits you during a group tour to Panama and Costa Rica on the May holidays... See the legendary Panama Canal, take a small speedboat cruise on Lake Gatun, stroll through the Poas, La Paz and Arenal Volcano National Parks, visit the Arenal Mundo Aventura Canopy Park and take an exciting boat trip along the Rio Frio River. The trip will end on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, which is famous for its wonderful beaches and a wide variety of entertainment.
Tour route. Peru: Lima - Arequipa - Colca Canyon - Arequipa - Cusco - Machu Picchu - Cusco - Lima. Bolivia: La Paz - Uyuni - La Paz.
A new look at the beauty of Peru, unusual angles and places far from the well-trodden tourist paths. We offer you a fascinating trip in a mini-group along the author's route with a tour of the most ancient monuments of the Incas, the opportunity to see the flight of giant Andean condors over the Colca Canyon and taste Peruvian dishes in atmospheric cevicherias.
Chile is a narrow strip of land stretching for 4 thousand kilometers, with an average width of 200 km. This country with an amazing geography, it combines the deserts of the northern part and the cold polar lands of Patagonia, bordered by Peru, Bolivia, Argentina and the Antarctic continent.
Touching ancient cultures, their life, traditions, crafts and architecture awaits you on this tour. Do not forget to take your camera, you will not let go of it during the whole journey!
An incredible amount of unsolved secrets that excite the minds of historians and haunt researchers, mysterious signs and mysterious messages, incomprehensibly appeared monuments of architecture and literally breathing antiquity stone witnesses of prehistoric eras ... All this awaits you in Peru! We invite you on a tour of the country, which will not leave indifferent any inquisitive traveler. The excursion-rich program is successfully combined with relaxation by the ocean in a comfortable beach hotel.
Tour itinerary: Santiago - Casablanca - Viña del Mar - Valparaiso - Punta Arenas - Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine - Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas - Chiloe - Santiago
We suggest that you go to the most picturesque places in Chile: visit the picturesque Torres del Paine National Park, where a turquoise lake lies between the mountain peaks, take a boat to the Gray Glacier, the third largest in the world, hike Mount Ferrier with stunning views and make many more discoveries.
We suggest you go on a journey through two bright and very colorful states - the "land of ice and fire" Argentina and Brazil, famous for its incendiary rhythms. During the tour, you will see legendary sights, walk around elegant Buenos Aires and learn that it was in La Boca and San Telmo in the 19th century that the passionate Argentinean tango was born, explore the magnificent Brazilian beaches and feel the indescribable atmosphere of Rio de Janeiro, to the top of Mount Corcovado to the statue of Christ the Savior and drive through the picturesque Tijuca forest.
Sea, sun, excellent cuisine, exciting excursions - all this awaits you during a group tour of Cuba. As part of the program, you will visit Havana with its many historical sights, famous bars and restaurants, visit a tobacco factory, see the beauty of Cienfuegos, Trinidad and Santa Clara, as well as relax on a beautiful seaside resort Varadero, where you, if you wish, can stay for any number of days. The tour price includes accommodation in selected hotels and the services of a Russian-speaking guide.
Cruises in South America, cruises to Antarctica
Every year, Antarctica, incredibly distant and at the same time attractive, covered with a layer of ice about two kilometers thick, is visited by 40 thousand travelers! We offer you to discover the southernmost continent of the planet by taking a cruise on the Silver Explorer liner. In 11 days, you will visit the islands covered with ice rocks, observe the colored glaciers reflected in the mirror surface of the ocean, see large colonies of chinstrap penguins and Weddell seals, see whales from close range, and visit famous scientific and research stations.
Cruise itinerary: Ushuaia - at sea - Falkland Islands - at sea - South Georgia - Lead waters of the Scotia Sea - South Shetland Islands - Antarctic Peninsula - Drake Passage - Ushuaia.
Islands covered with icy rocks, colorful glaciers reflecting in the mirror-like surface of the ocean, huge colonies of rare penguins, fur seals and elephants, numerous scientific stations ... Feel like a brave navigator, a real scientist and an inquisitive explorer by taking a unique cruise on the Silver Explorer liner as part of a Russian group ! You will land several times a day on Zodiac boats, explore unexplored bays and distant islands, get acquainted with local animals and birds, visit scientific stations and learn a lot about the north and its nature.
Take an incredible voyage on the Ocean Nova to the shores of the Antarctic Peninsula. Sailing along Drake Bay, you will reach the South Shetland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Every day you will disembark and explore the most remote and unexplored bays of Antarctica, accompanied by expert polar guides. The small size of the vessel allows it to reach the hard-to-reach shores, where the treasures of the Antarctic Peninsula are hidden from prying eyes. This unforgettable adventure full of contrasts will delight even the most discerning traveler!
Majestic glaciers, fantastic landscapes of Patagonia, sights of Chile and Argentina, amazing Antarctica - you can see all this during a fascinating tour offered by Svoi Lyudi. Excursions to Buenos Aires, Tigre, Santiago, Valparaiso and Vigne del Mar, visits to Los Glaciares and Tierra del Fuego national parks, a mesmerizing walk on Lake Argentino, and an Antarctic cruise on the Ocean Nova ", During which you will look at the legendary Cape Horn, sail along the Antarctic Circle and visit the famous Bellingshausen and Frey stations.
A legend is still popular among travelers that only he can be considered a real sailor who rounded Cape Horn. Thousands of brave captains tried to storm the harsh peak, but not all of them succeeded. We invite you to a mini-cruise on Tierra del Fuego, the program of which is so ideally combined with favorable weather conditions that the success of the expedition is guaranteed. In the footsteps of Charles Darwin, Fernand Magellan and other great explorers of the past, you will discover the Beagle Channel and the blue Piloto Glacier, explore the majestic Pia Peak and meet the adorable Magellanic penguins.
Pure glaciers, beautiful fjords, snow-capped peaks of the Andes and the legendary Cape Horn await you on the harsh and attractive Tierra del Fuego. We invite you on a cruise to the most unexplored and protected corners of the “edge of the planet”. In the footsteps of Charles Darwin, Fernand Magellan and other great travelers of the past, you will discover the Beagle Channel and the Alley of Glaciers, explore the majestic Peak Peak and be able to round the cape called by the sailors the "Graveyard of the Ships" The journey to the land of elephant seals and the Yamana snow Indians will no doubt be remembered for a lifetime!
Holidays, carnivals and events
To get to one of the brightest and most distinctive holidays in Mexico - Day of the Dead - travelers from different corners the globe. Día de Muertos adorns Mexican cities with extraordinary processions and theater performances, residents dressed as skeletons pour out onto the streets, and even the legendary Mexican cuisine is changing beyond recognition. We invite you to interesting tour Mexican cities, which includes visits to festive events and sightseeing of famous sites.
Tour itinerary: Bogota - Armenia - Salento - Valley of the Cocora - Salento - Armenia - Cordoba - Rio Verde - Pihao - Buenavista - Armenia - Medellin - Santa Marta - Cartagena.
Rio de Janeiro
Arrival in Rio de Janeiro. Meeting with the driver and transfer to the hotel.
Welcome to Rio - the city of eternal summer, white beaches and unbridled fun! Today you will have free time to enjoy all the beauties of this fabulous city!
Hotel Mirador Copacabana 4 * ( Standard room) // Arena Copacabana Hotel 4 * + (Luxe room).
Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast we set off for a city tour with a Russian speaking guide. Arrive at the station, from where an open, environmentally friendly train starts, heading through the jungle to the top of Corcovado Hill. Breathtaking views on both sides of the railway tijuca forestshome to monkeys and other exotic animals and birds.
At the top of the Corcovado hill, at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level, the symbol of Rio rises - statue of Christ the Savior (38 meters high), which was erected in 1931. From the top of Corcovado, a breathtaking panorama of the metropolis and its environs opens: the Niteroi Bridge, the Guanabara Bay, the Botanical Garden, the world's largest stadium Maracanã, Sugar Loaf and many others. dr.
Day 3
Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast in the hotel. Half-day excursion with Russian-speaking guide to Sugar Loaf... Our first stop will be at Mount Urka, which has a wide observation deck where you can grab a bite to eat in a restaurant or bar. On the Sugarloaf Mountain itself there is a smaller area, but it offers a beautiful view of Rio, Copacabana Beach, the bay, the surrounding mountains, islands in the ocean, the Niteroi Bridge and the statue of Christ.
Then, by car, you will go to the central districts of old Rio, where you will admire several old churches, monasteries, the main cathedral of the city, as well as colonial-style buildings.
Day 4
Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguacu
Breakfast and check out from the hotel. Airport transfer. Flight to Foz do Iguacu.
Hotel Viale Cataratas 4 * (Luxe room) // Hotel Mabu Thermas Grand Resort 5 * (Master room).
Day 5
Foz do Iguacu, Iguazu (Brazil)
Breakfast in the hotel. Visit to the Iguazu Falls from the Brazilian side with a Russian-speaking guide.
The Iguazu Falls are 275 huge streams of water falling from a terrible height! The iridescent colors of the water jets are simply mesmerizing. The waterfalls are located on the territory of a national park with unique flora and fauna, they arose as a result of a volcanic eruption and the displacement of the earth's strata. The name of the waterfalls is translated from Guaranian means "big water". 275 waterfalls, each of which has its own name, crash down into the "Devil's Throat" gorge. The contrast between the calm and even lazy flow of the waters of the Iguazu River above the waterfalls and the powerful overthrow of the seething streams of water from a height of 72 meters into the abyss is amazing. You can stand for hours without stopping and contemplating this spectacle, thinking about the magnificence and eternity of our Universe.
Optionally, you can go to excursion to the Bird Park ($ 95 / person, minimum 2 people), which is located near National park Iguazu. You will go into huge open-air cages, in which amazing fabulous birds of outlandish colors freely fly or walk among the tropical forest.
Also, optionally, you can make jungle Macuko safari and boat ride (155 $ / person, minimum 2 people). You will ride through the jungle in an open body of a jeep (about 3 kilometers) accompanied by a guide who will tell you a lot about the ecology of the region. Then you will go on foot to the bank of the Iguazu River, from where you will be taken by a motor boat very close to the waterfalls. An unforgettable adventure!
Day 6
Foz do Iguacu, Iguazu (Argentina), Puerto Iguazu, Buenos Aires
Breakfast in the hotel. Excursion with a Russian-speaking guide to the Iguazu Falls from the Argentinean side.
On the Argentinean side of the falls, you will reach the Tancredo Neves Bridge, built across the Iguazu River. The Argentine side is different from the Brazilian side - here you will be directly above and below the waterfalls. You will feel the power of the falling water very close and you can enjoy the beauty of the nature of the park located around the waterfalls! You will see the birth of the "Devil's Throat". The numerous paths and passages created by the hands of people are striking, allowing you to observe this natural phenomenon from a very close distance.
Airport transfer. Flight to Buenos Aires.
Upon arrival, meeting with the driver and transfer to the hotel of the selected category: Hotel Icaro Suites 4 * (Standard room) // Hotel Intercontinental 5 * (Standard room).
Day 7
Buenos Aires
Breakfast in the hotel. Individual sightseeing tour of Buenos Aires with a Russian-speaking guide (4 hours).
During the excursion, you will touch the legendary centuries-old culture of Argentina. Most of all Argentinean attractions are concentrated in Buenos Aires. The sophistication of architecture is comparable only to Paris. But the city is unique in its beauty. Buenos Aires is widely known for its many museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks. The main attractions of the city include the old La Boca area, the historical area of \u200b\u200bthe San Telmo area, where you can find many bars and restaurants, and the real antiques market in Plaza Dorrego. Here is the Russian Orthodox Church... The real heart of Buenos Aires is central square Plaza de Mayo is the largest shopping center in the world and the Plaza de la República, which houses the famous obelisk in honor of the proclamation of the independence of the state of Argentina. Also, the main attractions of the city include the "Pink House" (the presidential palace Kassa-Rosada), which is associated with the name of Evita Peron and many other monumental monuments.
You will visit an elegant quarter la Recoletta with the famous cemetery, the colonial-style church of El Pilar and the nearby cultural and commercial center. You will see the symbol of the city - 67 meters obelisk, standing on the widest street in the world, Avenue 9 July, an extraordinary square in Plaza de Mayo, as well as St. Martin's Square, Congress Square, Corrientes Avenue, Mayo and much more. You will visit the historic districts of La Boca, San Telmo and Montserrat, and the elegant and prestigious districts of Palermo and Roselet. The tour also includes a visit to the modern districts of the city, Puerto Madero and the parks of Lesamos and the name of February 3.
The program of the day ends with a visit to the financial and commercial center of the city and the football stadium.
In the evening you will go to the famous tango show (transfer from hotel to restaurant and back on a group basis).
Tango is very popular all over the world, but Argentina has one undeniable advantage - this is where it appeared! Tango originated in the ports of the city among poor immigrants and gaucho herders. At first, the dance was performed by two men and rather cheekily, for which it got its name from the Latin word "tangere" (to touch). Over time, tango became slower and acquired new tones of intimacy for him. Tango orchestras appeared. The dance was rapidly gaining popularity, and now it is one of the most sensual dances on Earth. This dance, with its passion and virtuosity, transfers to the world of love and grace ...
In the restaurant where you will watch the show, you will be offered a menu of several traditional dishes with excellent Argentinean wines, which will surely complement this romantic evening. And be sure to try the mate!
Day 8
Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile
Breakfast and check out from the hotel. Transfer with a driver (without a guide) to the airport. Flight to Santiago de Chile.
Upon arrival, meet the driver and transfer to the hotel of the chosen category: Hotel Torremayor Lyon 4 * (Standard room) // Hotel The Singular Santiago 5 * (Standard room).
Santiago de Chile is one of the most interesting cities in South America. Take a self-guided walk through the historic center cities where you will see the Plaza de Armas ("Plaza de Armas") with a monument to the founder of the city - Pedro de Valdivia, as well as a monument to America's Freedom, and a monument to the first cardinal of Chile - Jose Maria Caro. The building of the Presidential Palace La Monedo (the largest neoclassical building of the time of the conquistadors), the Cathedral and the Central Post Office amaze with the sophistication of architecture. You can walk along the main street of the capital, the Forest Park on the San Cristobal Hill, and visit the bohemian Bellavista district.
Day 9
Santiago de Chile
Breakfast in the hotel. Sightseeing tour in Santiago de Chile with a Russian-speaking guide.
We will start our journey in Alameda Bernardo O "Higgins along the main avenue of Santiago. Then we will visit La Moneda, the Government Palace. Enjoy a walk along the pedestrian street. Visit the famous Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucia mountain, Providencia district with its top restaurants and elegant shops and modern high-rise buildings.
For an additional fee, you can go to the wineries in the Maipo Valley (with tasting).
Day 10
Santiago de Chile, Kalama, San Pedro de Atacama, Uyuni
Breakfast and check out from the hotel. Flight to the airport of Kalama. Upon arrival, transfer to San Pedro de Atacama.
Jeep safari with an English speaking guide (by 4x4 jeeps). During the trip, you will be surrounded by landscapes of indescribable beauty everywhere - this is Laguna Verde and a panoramic view of the Licancabur volcano. You will pass the Dali Valley with monumental stone sculptures, thermal springs Polkes, Sol de Manana geysers.
Excursion to the lake Lagoon colorada - red lake, which is located at an altitude of 4400 m above sea level, in Bolivia. Dwells here rare view flamingos - James' flamingos that come to this lake in search of a special species of plankton, which is found here in huge numbers.
Then transfer to the city of Uyuni. Upon arrival, hotel accommodation Hotel Mallku Cueva 3 * in a standard room.
Lunch (lunch box) and dinner included.
Day 11
Uyuni, La Paz
Breakfast in the hotel. An unforgettable adventure awaits you today - uyuni Salt Flats excursion with English speaking guide (incl. light lunch).
Transfer towards the lagoons of Onda, Hiar Kota, Hedionda, Kanapa and stop at observation deck volcano Olague... The volcano is still active, and smoke is smoking from the crater - a majestic sight! Further, your path lies on chiguana salt flats, which differ from others in large reserves of sodium and potassium nitrate, which makes them especially unique.
Uyuni town is located near the largest dry salt lake on Earth Solar de Uyuni... The lake is located in the southern part of Bolivia on a high plateau 3650 meters above sea level. Him total area is about 11 thousand square meters. km. In the center of the lake, the thickness of the salt cover reaches 10 meters. During the dry season, the lake is a whole salt desert. Salt reserves here are about 10 billion tons! During the rainy season, the lake is filled with a small layer of water, which does not interfere with traveling around Solar de Uyuni by jeep. During the rainy season, the salt marsh is covered with a thin layer of water and turns into the world's largest mirror.
Tour of the salt marsh by car. We will pass by beautiful oases of cactus and mysterious stone formations, visit the village of San Juan and the archaeological museum.
You will also see how salt is mined and processed in the city of Kolchani. After that you will visit a place called "The Eyes of Water", where you can see the geological formations of the local landscape, as well as observe the process of salt processing.
On the island of Pescado (or "fish island"), you will see several giant cacti and also enjoy panoramic views of the salt valley.
Transfer to Uyuni airport. Flight to La Paz.
Upon arrival, transfer with a driver (without a guide) to the hotel of the chosen category: Ritz Hotel 4 * (Standard room) // Suite Camino Real 5 * (Standard room).
Day 12
La Paz, Tiwanaku, Puno
Breakfast and check out from the hotel. Sightseeing tour of the city of La Paz with a visit to the market of sorcerers and historical sites (4 hours).
Trip to Moon Valley, the relief of which resembles the surface of a satellite of the Earth thanks to the unique formations of salt, sand and stone that have arisen over thousands of years under the influence of water and wind.
On the way to Lake Titicaca visit ruins of Tiwanaku - this is all that remains of the majestic civilization of the same name, one of the oldest in South America. You will see the Gate of the Sun, the Kalasasaya temple and the pyramids, beautiful monuments of the glorious past of this culture.
The Tiwanakans were proficient in agriculture, hydraulics, architecture and medicine, as well as social organization. Due to natural disasters, including long periods of drought, the Tiwanaku civilization collapsed at the end of the first millennium AD and mysteriously disappeared.
At the end of the excursion, transfer with an English-speaking guide to the border with Peru and then to the city of Puno.
Accommodation in a hotel of the selected category: Hotel Royal Inn 3 * (Standard room) // Casona Plaza Hotel 4 * (Standard room) .
Day 13
Puno, lake Titicaca (Peru), Andahuailias, Pukara, Cuzco
Early morning (5 a.m.) trip with an English-speaking guide to the built of reeds uros Islands... Aymara Indians live here. They have preserved their traditional way of life, customs, beliefs and national costumes.
On the way, we will stop at Andahuaylias, where the Sistine Chapel of South America is located, and in Rakchi, the administrative building of the Incas. Lunch at Sikuani.
Next stops: La Raya (4,400 meters above sea level) - a roadside market with beautiful mountains on the background; and Pukara - the center of the preinkovo \u200b\u200bculture of the same name.
Arrival at the Cusco bus station. Transfer to the hotel of the chosen category: Hotel San Agustin Plaza 4 * (Standard room) // Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel 5 * (Standard room).
Day 14
Cuzco, Machu Picchu
Breakfast in the hotel. Full day excursion with Russian speaking guide in Machu Picchu - " lost city Inca ".
After the fall of the Inca empire, the most enlightened priests of their time left Machu Picchu. The Spaniards could not find this city. Machu Picchu was built from huge blocks of limestone without the use of mortar on top of a mountain, surrounded by impenetrable jungle. It was discovered by the American archaeologist Iram Bingham only in 1911.
After lunch, return to Cusco by train. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Day 15
Cuzco, Lima
Breakfast in the hotel. This day awaits you city \u200b\u200btour of Cusco with a Russian-speaking guide with a visit to the Temple of the Sun "Coricancha", where the Incas held their main ritual festival - the day of the winter solstice.
Then you will visit four nearby ruins: the Kenko temple, the red fortress of Puka-Pukara, Tambomachai (the center of the Inca water worship) and the Saxaihuaman architectural complex (religious buildings, a fortress, towers and canals built of huge blocks).
At the end of the excursion, transfer to the airport. Flight to Lima.
Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel of the chosen category: Hotel Jose Antonio Lima 4 * (Standard room) // Sheraton Lima Hotel & Convention Center 5 * (Standard room)... Accommodation and rest.
Day 16
Lima
Breakfast in the hotel. Sightseeing tour of Lima with a Russian-speaking guide.
You will walk along the main streets, squares and avenues of the city. The tour will start from park of love, which is located in Miraflores and offers a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. You will then drive past Huaca Huallamarca, the pre-Inca religious and administrative center.
Continue the excursion to the main square, where the Presidential Palace and the City Hall are located. Visit Cathedral (in case it is closed - the Art Museum of Lima "MALI") and a walk to the monastery of Santo Domingo, along the narrow streets of which Saint Martin de Porres and Saint Rose of Lima walked in the 17th century, their ashes are now buried there. ...
And at the end of the tour you will find larco Museum, which is a unique mansion built on the foundations of a pre-Columbian pyramid in the XII century. Here you can see treasures that are regularly exhibited in the most prestigious museums in the world. The guide will draw your attention to the unique collection of erotic ceramic figurines of the pre-Columbian era.
After the excursion, transfer to the airport. Expectation connecting flight to Russia.
Latin America is an amazing country. This is a land that once belonged to the Incas, Mayans and Aztecs - here their cultures intertwine, creating a unique flavor. In addition, the colonies of Spain and Portugal used to be located here, so in many Latin American countries, Spanish and Portuguese are the official languages. This fact adds a certain zest to the cultures of the countries.
Holidays in Latin America - this is a great time spent in comfortable hotels, on comfortable beaches at the edge of crystal clear water, on various excursions to historical and cultural places, sports and sea entertainment.
Here everyone will find something to do, and everyone will have a unique Latin American flavor, everything here is saturated with national flavor.
Holidays in Latin America includes the southern part of North America, South America and thousands of small islands scattered around. As the territory is huge, the cultures, climate and recreation conditions are so varied.
The first association with the phrase " vacation in Latin America"- Brazil. Holidays in Brazil will be hectic - huge metropolises, the most incendiary parties, stunning jungle around and famous waterfalls. One of the wonders of the world is located in Rio de Janeiro - statue of Christ the Savior, which has been attracting tourists for decades.
On the land of ancient civilizations, attracts with its mysterious ancient buildings, the most luxurious beaches in the world. Divers from all over the world come here to see the colorful coral seabed. It is considered a must to visit the ancient teotihuacan city and world famous pyramids at Mitla, Monte Alban and Tula.
Holidays in Argentina is chosen by fans of alpine skiing, as well as those who wish to go to Antarctica from the southernmost point of the mainland. The country has many national parks that showcase stunning landscapes.
Holidays in Venezuela, in Costa Rica, in Ecuador chosen by fans of eco-tourism, there are beautiful places and beautiful beaches.
- these are excellent white sandy beaches, a real coconut paradise. It is here that the Caribbean Sea, which used to be inhabited by pirates.
They are chosen by tourists with an income above the average, they come here for the sake of unique Cuban exoticism, to look at the socialist dream, smoke a couple of cigars and relax on beautiful beaches.
Holidays in Peru attracts mystery lovers - it is abandoned overnight for unknown reasons white City from the local volcanic rock Arequipa, Cuzco and Machu Picchudrawn by unknown nazca patterns, source of the Amazon.
Chile rich in stunning scenery, the driest Atacama Desert and upscale ski resorts. Go to the famous easter Island to ancient stone statues, in Colombia for relaxation in luxury resorts, a high mountainous Bolivia isolated from the whole world and multinational.
Holidays in Latin America are chosen mainly by wealthy people who prefer active rest to passive. Two-thirds of tourists prefer to stay in 5 * hotels, a high-quality service has been created for them, educational routes have been developed.
Holidays in Latin America will amaze anyone!
You know about Mexico that they wear big sombreros there, about Brazil - that there used to be a carnival there, and in Cuba - good cigars, and perhaps that's all? Now, we will briefly tell you about the countries of Latin America and give recommendations that will help you decide on a tourist destination.
Venezuela is a country of contrasts. Picturesque places like Margarita Island and Angel Falls, decent service plus a very high level of crime.
Everything is cheap in Nicaragua, but the level of service and condition of hostels is poor. Wonderful Granada and León are worth visiting.
Honduras will surprise you with a huge number of ordinary Russian pines. It is also a poetic, ancient and beautiful place. People there are quite sincere, nature is lovely.
Cuba is popular with Russian tourists. If you take everything
tours to Latin America
from Russia, it will probably be 30%. The main difference from other states of South America is socialism, a good attitude towards tourists and a relatively low level of crime. And also problems with the Internet and buses.
Paraguay is a little-known area. It's a pity! Low prices, open, common people, cozy cities. In the capital Asuncion there is a railway museum, beautiful parks, boat trips.
Ecuador is cheap, calm and pleasant. The main banana exporter. Currency - US dollar. The capital, Quito, was voted Latin America's Best Destination 2015.
Uruguay is a provincial, quiet and clean state. Paradise is easy to find in Colonia del Sacramento, Montevideo,
Chile is a great country. There the order is almost like in Germany, the inhabitants are positive, the cities are romantic.
Peru began to develop in our country five years ago. Mysteries of the ancient civilizations of Nazca, the launch pad of alien starships at Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca. The food is delicious, cheap and, of course, there are food tours in Peru.
Argentina in large cities is almost like Europe. Bright, varied, cheap and comfortable.
Panama can be called the best. Expensive but magical on the Caribbean coast. The Panamanian Indians are distinguished by the most extraordinary attire.
Brazil is huge and tourists can find just about anything. From carnival to business communication, from beaches to extreme in the Amazon jungle. It is expensive and sometimes dangerous here.
It's better to go to Mexico in big cities and at the sea, here the prices are low and the peculiar food is inexpensive. Closer to the US borders, the danger is: drug trafficking.
In Colombia, crime is not noticeable. AT last years the country has changed for the better under the influence of the United States. There are heavenly caribbean beaches, whimsical architecture of colonies, stormy Amazonian rivers in the jungle, mountains, kind people.
