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Splendours of South America

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Explore the highlights of Brazil, Chile and Argentina on a tour combining some of South America's most spectacular nature and exciting cities. Begin in the foothills of the Andes with a tour of Santiago's historical centre. Continue to the peaks, lakes and glaciers of Patagonia, before visiting the birthplace of tango in Buenos Aires. After admiring the Iguazú Falls, unwind on Rio de Janeiro's most famous beach.

Plan this tour with Kat & Simon Morgan — Personal Travel Consultants at Hays Travel. Call 0800 0662 694 for help comparing dates, departure points and room options.

Tour highlights

Privileged stay close to the dramatic Iguazu Falls
Discover Patagonia’s celebrated sights on both sides of the Andes
Soak up the Latin culture of Buenos Aires & vibrant Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront stay on legendary Copacabana beach

Further highlights

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Your itinerary

In supplier order. Some entries may cover multiple days; optional experiences are described by the supplier.

Sample itinerary. Choose a departure for its exact itinerary and hotel plan.

Day 1 — Fly to Santiago

Fly from London (regional connections available) to Santiago with British Airways.

Day 2 — Arrive Santiago

Arrive and transfer to the Plaza El Bosque Ebro Hotel for a 2-night stay and a welcome dinner. Optional afternoon visit to a nearby winery (enquire at time of booking).

Meals: dinner

Day 3 — Santiago

Morning city tour including the historic centre, San Cristobal hill and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art. Afternoon at leisure.

Meals: breakfast

Day 3.1 — Transfer: Santiago to Punta Arenas

Day 4 — Fly to Punta Arenas - Patagonia

Fly to Punta Arenas for a short tour and views of the Strait of Magellan. Continue through the vast wilderness to Puerto Natales. Overnight at Hotel Costaustralis (fjord-view room).

Meals: breakfast

Day 4.1 — Transfer: Punta Arenas to Torres de Paine

Day 5 — Torres del Paine

Full-day excursion to Torres del Paine NationalPark to see its peaks, glacial lakes and Patagonian wildlife. Stay 2 nights at Hotel Lago Grey. On selected departures the stay will be in a superior room with views towards the lake.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 6 — Torres del Paine

Morning walk in the national park, close to Lake Nordenskjöld and Salto Grande waterfall. Afternoon at leisure or optional excursions in the park.

Meals: breakfast

Day 6.1 — Transfer: Torres de Paine to El Calafate

Day 7 — El Calafate, Argentina

Cross the border to El Calafate in Argentina and stay 2 nights at the Hotel Kosten Aike.

Meals: breakfast

Day 8 — Perito Moreno Glacier

Full-day tour of Perito Moreno Glacier. Optional boat trip in front of the gigantic glacier wall.

Meals: breakfast

Day 8.1 — Transfer: El Calafate to Buenos Aires

Day 9 — Fly to Buenos Aires

Fly to Buenos Aires and transfer to the Alvear Art Hotel for 3 nights. In the evening enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 10 — Buenos Aires

Half-day tour of the elegant capital city and the colourful La Boca district.

Meals: breakfast

Day 11 — Buenos Aires

A day at leisure or take an optional excursion to an estancia in the Pampas or Colonia in Uruguay.

Meals: breakfast

Day 11.1 — Transfer: Buenos Aires to Iguazú / Iguaçu

Day 12 — Fly to Iguazú

Fly to Iguazú Falls and stay for 2 nights at the Gran Meliá Iguazú inside the park (upgrade to a falls-view room from £165).

Meals: breakfast

Day 13 — Iguazú

Guided visit of the Brazilian side of these striking cataracts and time at leisure to explore the various walkways on the Argentinian side at your own pace. The cascades can be experienced while the park is closed to other visitors.

Meals: breakfast

Day 13.1 — Transfer: Iguazú / Iguaçu to Rio de Janeiro

Day 14 — Fly to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Fly to Rio, set on a natural bay and surrounded by mountains. Stay at the beachfront Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana Hotel (side Copacabana sea-view room) for 3 nights*. Upgrade to an oceanfront room from £25.

Meals: breakfast

Day 15 — Rio de Janeiro

Full-day city tour including Corcovado, the statue of Christ the Redeemer, and a cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain finishing with a farewell drink at your hotel.

Meals: breakfast

Day 16 — Rio de Janeiro

A day at leisure or optional excursions including a visit to the old centre of Rio or a 4x4 tour to Tijuca forest.

Meals: breakfast

Day 17 — Fly overnight to London

Overnight flight to London with British Airways. Please enquire for supplements for day use of room if required.

Meals: breakfast

Day 18 — Arrive London

Your accommodation

Planned hotels or ships as published by Cox & Kings. Alternatives of a similar standard may be used. Hotel options are grouped as supplied and are not necessarily all included in one departure.

Hotel Plaza El Bosque Ebro

Hotel Plaza El Bosque is situated in Santiago’s wealthy El Golf neighbourhood, not far from the landmark Gran Torre Costanera skyscraper with its sky-high observation deck, and a range of shopping centres, restaurants and green spaces to enjoy. Guests are accommodated in comfortable, spacious rooms and suites. The hotel restaurant serves international dishes through to the evening, while the bar offers cocktails, wines and premium spirits. There is also a heated pool, gym, games room, and spa room. The rooftop on the 17th floor offers sweeping panoramic views of the city - an ideal spot to relax and unwind.

Hotel Costaustralis

Hotel Costaustralis was designed by a local architect who planned the entire facade with floor-to-ceiling windows that face on to the sound, offering spectacular sweeping views from the bar, the restaurant and the lounge. With 110 rooms, the Costaustralis is the town’s largest hotel, but it retains a certain cosiness with its grass cloth wallpaper offset by wooden trim and ceilings, plants and soft lighting. Facilities include a restaurant, room service and a laundry service.

Hotel Lago Grey

Hotel Lago Grey has a privileged location inside the national park at the banks of Lake Grey, making it the perfect base for your hike to the glacier or the French Valley. Take in the pristine views of the turquoise celestial waters of Lake Grey after a buffet breakfast. There are a number of excursions at your disposal, from navigating around floating icebergs to hiking to one of the many unforgettable valleys, lakes and mountains. Later on watch the shades of blue change with the weather as you enjoy your lunch and dinner with a glass of Chilean wine at the restaurant.

Hotel Kosten Aike

The Kosten Aike is centrally located in the town of El Calafate, one block from the main street and a short walk from the shores of lake Argentino. The charming Alpine-style building features wooden staircases and balconies, wide eaves and galleries, and a spacious yet cosy lounge with a large fireplace. The 80 rooms offer comfortable, bright and spacious accommodation. Facilities include a restaurant and bar, free wireless internet access, a business centre, games room, gym, jacuzzi, massage room, tour desk and souvenir shop.

Alvear Art Hotel

The Alvear Art is located in Retiro, in the heart of Buenos Aires, just a short walk from the elegant Avenida Santa Fe and the Florida shopping street. The hotel features 139 elegant rooms and suites, a sleek yet classic contemporary design and numerous pieces of art. The spacious and high ceilinged marbled lobby is bathed in natural light and leads through to the restaurant and bar, while the top floors features a spa, indoor swimming pool, and a gym and relaxation room with superb panoramic views of the city.

Gran Melia Iguazú

The Gran Meliá Iguazú is the only hotel located inside the Iguazú National Park on the Argentinian side of the falls and within walking distance of the cataracts. Guestrooms have a fresh, contemporary decor and offer a private balcony overlooking the tropical surroundings or the majestic waterfalls. An impressive infinity pool and a restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows also offer superb vistas of the crashing waters. There is also a lounge bar with an outdoor terrace.

Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

The Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana Hotel overlooks the world famous Copacabana beach, with views over Sugar Loaf and Corcovado. It features an elegant spa and a rooftop pool and bar, both with splendid ocean views. There is a second swimming pool on the 4th floor, where guests can also find the hotel restaurant. Rooms are bright and styled with contemporary decor and warm, natural tones, and all feature air conditioning, a TV and a minibar. Most rooms offer amazing partial or full ocean views.

What’s included

Welcome dinner & farewell drink
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
Experienced local tour guides in each destination
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Internal flights
International flights with British Airways
Flexible - extensions, room & flight upgrades available
4- & 5-star accommodation
Small group size - average 14 people (max 20)

Dates & prices

Indicative supplier snapshot. Confirm price, room basis and availability before booking. Monthly estimates deduct a £250 deposit per person for Europe or £395 elsewhere, then divide by whole monthly payments ending no later than 42 days before departure. Rounded to the nearest pound; final payment adjusted.

London and Manchester departures available. Published tour fares are indicative and not airport-specific; confirm your selected airport and quote with Kat & Simon.

60 published departure and room-basis records. Standard prices are per person sharing; solo fares are labelled separately. Sold-out records are shown for reference.

Departure	Departure point	Duration	Room basis	Price per person	Status
5 November 2026	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,495~~ £5,345 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
5 November 2026	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,290~~ £7,090 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
5 November 2026	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,495~~ £5,345 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
5 November 2026	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,290~~ £7,090 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 November 2026	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,395~~ £5,245 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 November 2026	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,090~~ £6,890 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 November 2026	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,395~~ £5,245 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
12 November 2026	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,090~~ £6,890 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
26 November 2026	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,395~~ £5,245 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
26 November 2026	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,990~~ £6,790 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
26 November 2026	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,395~~ £5,245 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
26 November 2026	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £6,990~~ £6,790 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 January 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 January 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 January 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,795~~ £6,595 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 January 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,690~~ £8,440 Save £250 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 January 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,795~~ £6,595 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 January 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,690~~ £8,440 Save £250 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 February 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,595~~ £6,420 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 February 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,595~~ £6,420 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 February 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,495~~ £6,320 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 February 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,495~~ £6,320 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 February 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,395~~ £6,220 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 February 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,395~~ £6,220 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 March 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 March 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 March 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,995~~ £5,820 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 March 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,995~~ £5,820 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,095~~ £5,920 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,040~~ £7,815 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,095~~ £5,920 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 October 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,040~~ £7,815 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
21 October 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,095~~ £5,920 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
21 October 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,990~~ £7,765 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
21 October 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,095~~ £5,920 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
21 October 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,990~~ £7,765 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 October 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,195~~ £6,020 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 October 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,090~~ £7,865 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 October 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,195~~ £6,020 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
28 October 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,090~~ £7,865 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,190~~ £7,965 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
4 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,190~~ £7,965 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 November 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 November 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,190~~ £7,965 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,295~~ £6,120 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
11 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,190~~ £7,965 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 November 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,195~~ £6,020 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 November 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,090~~ £7,865 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,195~~ £6,020 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
18 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,090~~ £7,865 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
25 November 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,995~~ £5,820 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
25 November 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,940~~ £7,715 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
25 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £5,995~~ £5,820 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
25 November 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £7,940~~ £7,715 Save £225 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 December 2027	London	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,695~~ £6,495 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 December 2027	London	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,590~~ £8,340 Save £250 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 December 2027	Manchester	18 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £6,695~~ £6,495 Save £200 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
10 December 2027	Manchester	18 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £8,590~~ £8,340 Save £250 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability

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