17 Oct 2026
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Escorted tour
Luxury Peru, Chile & Argentina: Machu Picchu to Mendoza – 18 Days
An Amazon eco-lodge, two visits to Machu Picchu, Valparaíso, Mendoza's wineries and Buenos Aires, in hand-picked hotels.
18 days
From £7,395
Tour overview
This 18-day small-group journey combines the highlights of Peru with the cities and wine country of Chile and Argentina, staying in premium hotels throughout. Groups have up to 12 travellers aged 15 and over, with leaders and local expert guides, and all flights between destinations are included. Feature stays include two nights at Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción, an eco-lodge in the Amazon, and two nights in a restored 1885 house in Valparaíso. Fifteen breakfasts, six lunches and five dinners are included, with special meals along the way.
After a welcome dinner in Lima, you fly to Puerto Maldonado and travel by motorised canoe to Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción. Here you glide across Lake Sandoval in a dug-out canoe looking for red howler monkeys, giant otters and macaws, and explore the rainforest with naturalist guides. Evenings at the lodge are spent listening to the sounds of the forest.
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In Cusco, the former Inca capital, you have time to explore at your own pace before travelling through the Sacred Valley, visiting the AMA social-enterprise project and sharing a home-cooked lunch, to Ollantaytambo. The panoramic 360 Machu Picchu Train takes you to Aguas Calientes for a guided visit to the citadel, and you return before sunrise the next morning for a second visit to explore further. Cusco's cobbled streets are lined with Inca stone walls, colonial churches and excellent restaurants.
Flying via Lima to Santiago, you tour the Lastarria district and historic centre with a local guide and enjoy a gourmet bodega lunch, then stay two nights in Valparaíso's UNESCO-listed old town, with a pisco sour on a rooftop above the bay. A flight across the Andes brings you to Mendoza for winery visits and a gourmet lunch among the vines, and the journey ends in Buenos Aires with an orientation tour and a day in the Tigre and Paraná Delta with a home-cooked lunch. Santiago sits beneath the Andes.
The physical rating is medium, with altitude in Cusco and walking at Machu Picchu. This tour suits travellers who want three countries' highlights in comfort, with excellent food and characterful hotels. Single rooms are available for a supplement.
Trip highlights
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Two nights at Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción in the Amazon (Days 2–3)
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Canoeing on Lake Sandoval (Day 3)
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The 360 Machu Picchu Train (Day 7)
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Two visits to Machu Picchu (Days 7–8)
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A historic stay in Valparaíso (Days 12–13)
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A gourmet winery lunch in Mendoza (Day 15)
Your route
12 stops from Lima to Buenos Aires
- Lima Day 1
- Puerto Maldonado Days 2 & 4
- Hacienda Concepcion Days 2–3
- Cusco Days 4–5 & 8
- Ollantaytambo Day 6
- Aguas Calientes Day 7
- Machu Picchu Day 7
- Lima Day 9
- Santiago Days 10–11
- Valparaiso Days 12–13
- Mendoza Days 14–15
- Buenos Aires Days 16–18
Why choose this tour
Peru, Chile and Argentina in comfort, with all flights between them included. Feature stays in the Amazon and Valparaíso, and two visits to Machu Picchu.
Best suited to
- Travellers looking for comfort and great food
- Couples celebrating a special trip
- Wildlife and history lovers
- First-time visitors to South America
Day-by-day itinerary
18 days from Lima, Peru to Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Day 1 · Lima Arrive in Lima
Transfer to your hotel for a welcome meeting and dinner.
- Hotel
- Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Puerto Maldonado, Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción Into the Amazon
Fly to Puerto Maldonado and travel by motorised canoe to your eco-lodge.
- Hotel
- Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 · Lake Sandoval Lake Sandoval
Canoe across Lake Sandoval looking for howler monkeys, otters and macaws.
- Hotel
- Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Cusco Fly to Cusco
Fly to Cusco and explore the former Inca capital.
- Hotel
- Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Cusco, San Pedro Market Cusco
A free day to explore at your own pace.
- Hotel
- Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo Sacred Valley
Travel through the Sacred Valley, visit the AMA project and share a home-cooked lunch.
- Hotel
- Tierra Viva Ollantaytambo or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 7 · Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu 360 train to Machu Picchu
Ride the 360 Machu Picchu Train to Aguas Calientes for a guided visit.
- Hotel
- MAPI Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 8 · Machu Picchu, Cusco Machu Picchu at dawn
Return at sunrise for a second visit, then travel back to Cusco.
- Hotel
- Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 9 · Lima Fly to Lima
Fly from Cusco to Lima.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 10 · Santiago Fly to Santiago
Fly to Santiago for a welcome dinner.
- Hotel
- Hotel Ismael or similar
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 11 · Lastarria, Santiago Santiago
A tour with a local guide and a gourmet bodega lunch.
- Hotel
- Hotel Ismael or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 12 · Valparaíso To Valparaíso
A free morning in Santiago, then travel to Valparaíso.
- Hotel
- Hotel Casa Galos or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 13 · Valparaíso Valparaíso
Explore Valparaíso's hills and street art, with a rooftop pisco sour.
- Hotel
- Hotel Casa Galos or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 14 · Mendoza Fly to Mendoza
Fly over the Andes to Mendoza for dinner.
- Hotel
- Diplomatic Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 15 · Mendoza wineries Mendoza wineries
Visit wineries for tastings and a gourmet lunch among the vines.
- Hotel
- Diplomatic Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 16 · Buenos Aires Fly to Buenos Aires
Fly to Buenos Aires for an orientation tour.
- Hotel
- Pleno Palermo Soho Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 17 · Tigre, Paraná Delta Tigre and Paraná Delta
A day in the delta with a home-cooked lunch.
- Hotel
- Pleno Palermo Soho Hotel or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 18 · Buenos Aires Trip ends in Buenos Aires
The trip ends after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Lima (1 night) Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar
- Amazon (2 nights) Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción or similar
- Cusco (2 nights) Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
- Ollantaytambo (1 night) Tierra Viva Ollantaytambo or similar
- Aguas Calientes (1 night) MAPI Hotel or similar
- Cusco (1 night) Casa Andina Premium Cusco or similar
- Lima (1 night) Hotel
- Santiago (2 nights) Hotel Ismael or similar
- Valparaíso (2 nights) Hotel Casa Galos or similar
- Mendoza (2 nights) Diplomatic Hotel or similar
- Buenos Aires (2 nights) Pleno Palermo Soho Hotel or similar
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 17 nights in premium hotels, including feature stays in the Amazon and Valparaíso
- Meals 15 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners
- All flights between destinations, including Lima–Puerto Maldonado, Cusco–Lima, Lima–Santiago, Santiago–Mendoza and Mendoza–Buenos Aires
- Amazon excursions, including Lake Sandoval
- The 360 Machu Picchu Train and two visits to Machu Picchu
- Santiago tour with a bodega lunch, Valparaíso, Mendoza winery visits and a Paraná Delta day
- Leaders and local expert guides
Not included
- International flights
- Meals not listed
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want to hike the Inca Trail — Machu Picchu is reached by train
- You want Patagonia — this tour covers cities and wine country
- You want a budget tour — hotels are premium
- You want international flights included — they are not
Good to know
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Are flights between countries included?
Yes, all flights between destinations are included, from Lima to the Amazon through to Mendoza and Buenos Aires.
What is Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción?
A comfortable eco-lodge in the Amazon rainforest near Puerto Maldonado, reached by motorised canoe.
Do we hike to Machu Picchu?
No. You travel on the 360 Machu Picchu Train, with two visits to the citadel.
Will the altitude affect me?
Cusco is at 3,400 metres. A free day helps you acclimatise.
Do I need visas?
UK visitors do not need visas for Peru, Chile or Argentina for tourist stays.
How many people travel together?
Up to 12 travellers aged 15 and over.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
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PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary