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South America for first-timers

Machu Picchu Machu Picchu

World Journeys is promoting its 20-day Highlights of South America tailor-made itinerary for clients visiting the continent for the first time. Designed to give an experience of the top highlights, it covers Argentina, Brazil and Peru.

Starting with three nights in Buenos Aires, it then heads to Iguazu Falls which is seen from both the Argentine and Brazilian side. Next is a three-night stay in Rio de Janeiro. 

In Peru, guests explore Lima before acclimatising to the higher altitude with a three-night stay in the Sacred Valley. Machu Picchu is a highlight, and there is another three-night stay, this time in Cuzco. The final highlight is a cruise on Lake Titicaca to see the Uros floating islands and Taquile Island.

Priced from $14,330 per person, share twin, in 2026, this includes four-star hotels with breakfast, transfers and transport including flights within South America, sightseeing with English-speaking local guides and entrance fees.

Flights exNZ are additional and prices vary seasonally. As a tailor-made itinerary, clients may choose to vary the number of days, accommodation and activities. 

worldjourneys.co.nz/package/highlights-of-south-america/

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