A Journey Through Ancient Cultures
Overview
Embark on an extraordinary journey through South America, where ancient mysteries, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant cultures come together to create an unforgettable experience. From awe-inspiring natural wonders to dynamic urban centers, this tour invites you to immerse yourself in the essence of the region, uncovering the stories that have shaped its identity. With every stop, you'll gain a richer appreciation for the diversity and beauty that make South America truly exceptional.
The itinerary below outlines the time spent at the destination. Due to seasonal flight availability, your flight duration may vary.
This itinerary features More Moments activities included with your package.
If your itinerary includes domestic and/or regional flight tickets, as well as entry tickets to landmarks that require passport details, you must call Air Canada Vacations immediately upon receiving your booking confirmation. Failure to provide Air Canada Vacations with your passport details may result in the unavailability of domestic and/or regional flight tickets and entry passes for certain landmarks included in your tour package. It is mandatory to call Air Canada Vacations at the number provided in your electronic confirmation as soon as your booking is confirmed to submit your passport details.
Format
Locations
- Santiago
- Bogotá
- Easter Island
- Cusco
- Chile
- Peru
- Colombia
Inclusions
- Round-trip flight to South America (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- Round-trip economy class airfare between Santiago and Easter Island
- One-way trip economy class airfare from Santiago to Cusco
- One-way trip economy class airfare from Cusco to Bogotá
- Round-trip economy cabin traing ride from Cusco to Machu Picchu
- Private transfers to and from airports, and shared transfers for all excursions and sightseeing tours as per the itinerary, unless noted otherwise
- 11 nights accommodation (3 nights in Santiago, 3 nights in Easter Island, 3 nights in Cusco and 2 nights in Bogotá)
- Daily breakfast
- Lunch and dinner as per itinerary
- Entrance fee to landmarks and monuments as mentioned in the itinerary
- More Moments activities included:
- Santiago full-day city Tour, featuring San Cristóbal Hill
- Half-day Rano Kau, Orongo, Vinapu tour
- Half-day Puna Pau, Ahu Akivi, Ana Te Pahu tour
- Cusco half-day city tour
- Full-day traditional secret valley tour
- Full-day Machu Picchu tour
- Bogotá full-day city tour
- Hotel taxes, fees and service charges
- Service of English-speaking local guide as per program.
- Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Overnight flight to Santiago.
Day 2
Welcome to Santiago
Upon arriving at Santiago’s International Airport, you will proceed through customs and immigration. After clearing these formalities, collect your luggage and exit the baggage hall, where a local representative holding an Air Canada Vacations sign with your name will welcome you. They will escort you to your hotel transfer for check-in. The remainder of the day is yours to spend at leisure.
Overnight stay in Santiago.
Day 3
Santiago
After breakfast, a local guide will meet you in the hotel lobby to begin your full-day city tour, which includes a visit to San Cristóbal Hill.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Santiago.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day city tour, featuring San Cristóbal Hill
Begin with a visit to the historic city center, where landmarks such as the Plaza de Armas, Metropolitan Cathedral, and La Moneda Palace showcase Santiago's rich heritage. Stroll through the bustling Central Market, brimming with local flavours and authentic Chilean culture.
Next, journey to the bohemian Barrio Lastarria neighbourhood, famous for its cobblestone streets, outdoor cafes, art galleries and vibrant cultural atmosphere.
From there, ascend San Cristóbal Hill, one of the highest points in the city. The hill is home to the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Cerro San Cristóbal and if the weather is clear, you will be able to see the majestic mountain range that surrounds Santiago.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Santiago – Easter Island
After breakfast and check-out, your private driver will transfer you to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport for your flight to Easter Island.
Upon arrival, a local representative holding an Air Canada Vacations sign with your name will welcome you. They will escort you to your hotel transfer for check-in. After your island tour, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Easter Island.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
Easter Island
After breakfast, meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby and embark on an exciting exploration of Easter Island's rich culture and history. Two captivating half-day tours await, offering an unforgettable journey through the island's ancient wonders and fascinating heritage.
Afterwards, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel, where you can relax and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Overnight stay in Easter Island.
More Moments Activities Included
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Half-day Rano Kau, Orongo and Vinapu tour
Begin by driving to the extinct Rano Kau volcano, a geological marvel and a culturally significant site on Easter Island.
Next, visit the ceremonial village of Orongo, where the Birdman ritual was performed, then proceed to Ahu Vinapu, an unrestored archaeological site that showcases evidence of the influence of early architects on Easter Island's culture.
Our final stop is the Hanga Piko fishing port, a charming coastal bay where you will visit the restored Ahu Riata, an important cultural landmark. -
Half-day Puna Pau, Ahu Akivi, Ana Te Pahu tour
Begin by driving to Ahu Akivi, noted for its seven moai statues. Then proceed to the Ahu Hanga Poukura. Some of the moai at Ahu Hanga Poukura are adorned with pukao, the distinctive bows made of red slag rock. It is believed that these bows had a symbolic or ritual importance in the Rapa Nui culture.
Then visit the Puna Pau quarry with its red slag rock.
The last stop is Tahai, which features a group of restored and reconstructed moai statues.
Meal(s): Breakfast and lunch
Day 6
Easter Island
After breakfast, join your tour guide for another full day of exploration of this magnificent island, where culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes come together.
Afterwards, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel, where you can relax and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Overnight stay in Easter Island.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day Easter Island exploration tour
First stop: Ahu Vaihu! Here you will see examples of unrestored moai statues.
Then visit Ahu Akahanga, where the famous king Hotu Matua was buried, and where several moai statues can be found.
Continue to Rano Raraku, one of the most emblematic and significant archaeological sites on Easter Island. You will visit Ahu Tongariki, which has one of the largest collections of standing moai statues on the island.
At the last stop, visit Anakena Beach, a paradise with soft white sand, crystal clear turquoise waters and palm trees, with its restored Ahus Nau Nau and Ature Huke.
Meal(s): Breakfast and lunch
Day 7
Easter Island - Santiago
After breakfast and check-out, your dedicated driver will transfer you to Mataveri International Airport for your flight to Santiago, Chile’s vibrant capital.
Upon arrival, collect your luggage and proceed to the exit, where a dedicated driver will greet you with an Air Canada Vacations sign with your name on it and take you to your hotel to check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Santiago.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Santiago - Cusco
After breakfast and check-out, your dedicated driver will transfer you to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport for your flight to Cusco.
Upon arrival, you will need to clear customs and immigration. After, collect your luggage and proceed to the exit, where a dedicated driver will greet you with an Air Canada Vacations sign with your name on it. They will take you to your hotel to check-in and freshen up for this afternoon’s adventure.
Meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby and set off on a fascinating half-day city tour of this stunning Andean city.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
More Moments Activities Included
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Half-day city tour with nearby ruins
Time to explore magical Cusco! Start this half-day tour at Cusco’s main square, which was called Huacaypata (Warriors Square) by the Incas.
Next, continue to Koricancha and the Convent of Santo Domingo. The convent was built on top of the most important Inca temple dedicated to the worship of the sun, with walls covered with gold leaf. Wander through the streets of what once was the capital of the Inca Empire.
After exploring Cusco, head to the nearby ruins, including the Sacsayhuaman Fortress with its immense temple walls made of huge stones, the red fort Puca Pucara, the Qenko Amphitheater, Tambomachay and the Inca baths.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Cusco
After breakfast, meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby for a full-day journey through the traditional Sacred Valley, where hidden treasures and timeless beauty await.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day Traditional Secret Valley tour
This full-day tour begins with a visit to the Pisac Andean market, which provides insight into the region’s heritage, with plenty of opportunities for shopping.
In the afternoon, you’ll explore the Ollantaytambo Ruins. Among the highlights of this well-preserved site is Hanan Huacaypata, featuring intricately crafted stone walls.
The tour concludes with a visit to Chinchero, a village renowned for its exquisite textiles and rich Inca history.
Meal(s): Breakfast and dinner
Day 10
Cusco
After breakfast, your tour guide will lead you on the highlight of your Peruvian journey: a full-day tour to the iconic Machu Picchu, where ancient wonders and stunning vistas await.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day Machu Picchu tour
Transfer to the train station to board the vistadome train. On arrival, walk to the bus station to take your bus up to Machu Picchu. Bus tickets for Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes are included.
The tour begins at the entrance checkpoint, where you will ascend. After the ascent, you will arrive at the platform/ terrace area, where you can enjoy a panoramic view and capture the classic postcard photo.
The tour continues to the central part of the citadel, where you can observe the stone quarries and the sacred square along the way. You will then descend to the area where the Sacred Rock is located. Finally, visit the Eastern Qolqas, the Water Mirrors, and Pisonay Plaza.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 11
Cusco - Bogotá
After breakfast and check-out, your dedicated driver will transfer you to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport for your flight to “The Athens of South America”, Bogotá.
Upon arrival, you will need to clear customs and immigration. After, collect your luggage and proceed to the exit, where a dedicated driver will greet you with an Air Canada Vacations sign with your name on it and take you to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Bogotá.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 12
Bogotá
After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby and get ready to dive into an unforgettable full-day city tour packed with discovery and adventure.
Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure
Overnight stay in Bogotá.
More Moments Activities Included
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Full-day city tour
Explore the historic center of Bogotá, known as 'La Candelaria,' with its impressive churches, government palaces, and the main square, 'Plaza de Bolívar.' Additionally, you will have the option to visit several museums in the city center: the world-renowned Gold Museum, or the Botero Museum, featuring works by the renowned Colombian artist Fernando Botero.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 13
Bogotá - Canada
After breakfast and checking out, your driver will take you to El Dorado International Airport for your flight back to Canada.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Hotel taxes, fees and service charges included.
The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your Travel Agent prior to departure
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. The accommodation will be based on the category of choice
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Room details
Hotel taxes, fees and service charges included.
The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your Travel Agent prior to departure
Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. The accommodation will be based on the category of choice
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Important Information
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Departure Dates: October 26 to Apr 02
Frequencies:
Oct 26 to Mar 07: 5 times per week: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays.
Mar 08 – Apr 02: 5 times per week: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays
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Not included:
- Gratuities
- Airport taxes (where applicable)
- Meals outside of the ones mentioned within the itinerary above.
- Transfers for any optional activities, and any other transfer services required outside of the itinerary above.
- Entrance to other landmarks not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Additional activities and excursions
- Visa fees (where applicable)
The itinerary above is subject to change without prior notice. The order in which destinations are visited or day excursions occur may change due to operational restrictions, such as weather and accommodation availability.
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The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day, or cancelled due to weather related conditions.
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- Private transfer service from/to Airports.
- Shared transfer service for all sightseeing
- Plane from Santiago to Easter Island, from Easter Island to Santiago, from Santiago to Cusco and from Cusco to Bogotá.
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The sequence of the itinerary may be altered for reasons beyond the supplier’s control, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.