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A 16-day Peru and Brazil small-group tour from India — Machu Picchu, the Amazon, Lake Titicaca, Iguazu Falls and the energy of Rio de Janeiro.
Sixteen days across two countries and a continent's worth of landscapes. In Peru, start in colonial Lima and the wildlife of the Ballestas Islands, then fly into the Amazon for a rainforest lodge and canopy walk. Acclimatise in the Sacred Valley before taking the train to Machu Picchu, then explore Cusco and the floating islands of Lake Titicaca.
Fly on to Brazil for Iguazu Falls from both sides, Rio de Janeiro and Christ the Redeemer, and São Paulo. Internal flights are included, and the route is sequenced to ease into altitude gently. A small group of 6–10 travellers.
Fly to Peru's capital, Lima, arriving in the evening. Transfer to your hotel in Miraflores and settle in over dinner.
Drive along the Pacific coast to Paracas. In the evening, visit the Huacachina oasis near Ica, a small lagoon ringed by sand dunes.
Take a boat trip to the Ballestas Islands to see sea lions, penguins and huge bird colonies, as well as the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph carved into the hillside. Return to Lima in the evening.
Explore Lima's colonial centre: the Main Square, the Cathedral and the San Francisco Monastery with its catacombs. Later, visit the modern seaside districts of Miraflores and Barranco.
Fly to Puerto Maldonado, gateway to the Amazon, and travel by boat along the Madre de Dios River to your eco-lodge. In the afternoon, visit Caiman Cocha.
Spend the day in the rainforest. Visit Lake Sandoval in the Tambopata National Reserve to look for giant river otters and colourful birdlife.
Enjoy a final morning in the Amazon, then fly to Cusco and continue down to the Sacred Valley, surrounded by Andean peaks. The evening is free at your valley lodge.
Take the train to Aguas Calientes and the bus up to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of its temples, terraces and stonework. Return by train to the Sacred Valley. (Only a small backpack, up to 8 kg, is allowed on the train.)
On the way to Cusco, stop at Maras and the Pisac market. In Cusco, discover Korikancha, the Temple of the Sun, and the Cathedral.
Travel by road across the Andes to Puno, visiting the beautiful church of Andahuaylillas, the Inca ruins of Raqchi and the pottery town of Pucará along the way.
Sail on Lake Titicaca to the Uros floating islands, with their reed houses and boats. Later, fly from Juliaca to Lima.
Fly to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's 'Marvellous City', famous for its beaches and samba spirit. Arrive in the evening and settle into your hotel at Copacabana.
Visit Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado for panoramic views, then ride the cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain, with time for Rio's lively neighbourhoods and beaches.
Take an early flight to Foz do Iguaçu and visit the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls for sweeping views of this natural wonder.
Explore the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls on walkways to the Devil's Throat and other viewpoints, then fly to São Paulo.
After breakfast, transfer to São Paulo airport for your international flight home, with memories of the Andes, the Amazon and Iguazu Falls.
Easy to moderate, with altitude the main thing to plan for. Cusco is at about 3,400 m and Lake Titicaca higher, so the pace is slow and rest is built in. Walking is mostly during city tours and guided site visits, including uneven paths and steps at Machu Picchu. Amazon excursions are gentle guided walks on jungle trails. Please check with your doctor before booking if you have heart or breathing conditions.
Apr–Oct: dry season in Peru (15–22°C in Cusco, warm in Amazon). Rio: 20–28°C year-round. Pack layers for altitude and light clothes for coast.
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It depends on altitude, which is part of the adventure. Lima and the coast are mild; Cusco and Lake Titicaca are around 15–20°C by day and close to freezing at night; the Amazon is warm and humid at 25–32°C; Rio is 22–30°C. The best season is April to October, the dry season in the Andes. Pack layers.
For Peru, if you hold a valid US, UK, Schengen, Canadian or Australian visa or residence permit, you can generally visit visa-free; otherwise a Peruvian visa is needed. Brazil requires a visa. The Argentine side of Iguazu has its own entry requirement, and holders of a valid US visa can use Argentina's simplified electronic authorisation. We confirm every requirement after booking, and visa fees are included.
International airfare is not included, but all six flights within South America are. The price includes: hotels and a rainforest lodge; meals as listed in the itinerary; visa fees, transfers, excursions and entrance fees, including Machu Picchu; travel insurance up to age 70. GST (5%) and TCS are extra.
Easy to moderate, and the route is planned for comfort at altitude. Walking is mostly during city tours and guided site visits at a slow pace. The first night in the Andes is in the lower Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu is reached by train and bus, and the Amazon walks are guided and gentle.
Between 6 and 10 travellers. It's our smallest group size, which makes six flights run smoothly.
Absolutely. We can try to match you with a same-gender room-share. If you'd prefer a room to yourself, the single supplement is USD 980.
Yes, for travellers up to age 70. If you are older, we help you arrange separate cover.
Yes. Peru in particular has excellent vegetarian food. Tell us your needs when you book and we brief our hotels, the lodge and our restaurant partners.
5.0/5 · 3 reviews
★★★★★
A dream come true! It was an amazing tour with Boarding pass. A like minded group, great food, supportive weather, local experiences and a great mix of touristy & off beat sight seeing. Visited the places from my bucket list like Amazon forest, Machu Pichu, Sacred Valley, Ballestas island from Peru…
A dream come true! It was an amazing tour with Boarding pass. A like minded group, great food, supportive weather, local experiences and a great mix of touristy & off beat sight seeing. Visited the places from my bucket list like Amazon forest, Machu Pichu, Sacred Valley, Ballestas island from Peru and Copa cabana beach, Christ the Redeemer, Iguazu fall from Brazil and Devils throat frim Argentina side. But could visit off beat places like Maras salt pan, Lake Titicaca,Puno, Huachina Oasis and drive through the Pan American Highway. All was once the lifetime experience!
★★★★★
Excellent tour, Great place to visit, Exploring sites in peru & Brazil was superb.I loved each & every day of my 15 days tour . Very good experience..Liked the way Boarding pass tours conducted this South America tour.Hats of to Ms. Asha Bhat .
★★★★★
We recently took the Peru Brazil tour with BoardingPass tours. This is clearly a well curated and high frequency tour. We experienced Peru culture, amezing Amezon rainforest and high altitude destinations like Macchu picchu/Lake titicaca alongwith iconic sights of Rio de jenerio and Igauzu fall…
We recently took the Peru Brazil tour with BoardingPass tours. This is clearly a well curated and high frequency tour. We experienced Peru culture, amezing Amezon rainforest and high altitude destinations like Macchu picchu/Lake titicaca alongwith iconic sights of Rio de jenerio and Igauzu fall with ease. Big Thank you for well planned itinerary, knowledgeable guides, 5 star accommodation and variety of local foods/drinks making this trip truly memorable
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