
South America Cruises
SOUTH AMERICA CRUISES
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17 Night South America: Cabo & Trujillo
Norwegian Jade - OPEN BAR!
Departing from: Callao (Lima), PeruPorts of Call:- Salaverry (Trujillo), Peru
- Manta, Ecuador
- Panama City, Panama
- Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua
- Acajutla, El Salvador
- Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
- Huatulco, Mexico
- Acapulco, Mexico
- Manzanillo, Mexico
- Mazatlan, Mexico
- Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
- San Diego, California
Sailing Dates:- March 2026
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14 Night Patagonia & Argentina
Celebrity Equinox
Departing from: Buenos Aires, ArgentinaPorts of Call:- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
- Cruise Cape Horn
- Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
- Cruise Strait Of Magellan
- Punta Arenas, Chile
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina
- Punta Del Este, Uruguay
Sailing Dates:- December 2025
- February 2026
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14 Night Patagonia & Argentina Holiday
Celebrity Equinox
Departing from: Buenos Aires, ArgentinaPorts of Call:- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
- Cruise Cape Horn
- Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
- Cruise Strait Of Magellan
- Punta Arenas, Chile
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina
- Punta Del Este, Uruguay
Sailing Dates:- December 2025
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10 Night Brazilian Brilliance
Marina
Departing from: Buenos Aires, ArgentinaPorts of Call:- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Punta Del Este, Uruguay
- Itajai, Brazil
- Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil
- Parati, Brazil
- Ilha Grande, Brazil
- Buzios, Brazil
- Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Sailing Dates:- March 2026
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20 Night Andes & South America
Sapphire Princess
Departing from: San Pedro (Los Angeles), CaliforniaPorts of Call:- Manzanillo, Mexico
- Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Panama City (Fuerte Amador), Panama
- Manta, Ecuador
- Callao (Lima), Peru
- General San Martin (Pisco), Peru
- Coquimbo (La Serena), Chile
- San Antonio (Santiago), Chile
Sailing Dates:- November 2025
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16 Night Andes & Cape Horn Grand Adventure
Sapphire Princess
Departing from: San Antonio (Santiago), ChilePorts of Call:- Puerto Montt, Chile
- Puerto Chacabuco, Chile
- Cruise Amalia Glacier
- Punta Arenas, Chile
- Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina
- Cruise Cape Horn
- Port Stanley, Falkland Islands
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sailing Dates:- December 2025
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Amazon cruises stop at Manaus, Santarem, Boca da Valeria, Rio de Janeiro, Montevideo, Punta del Este, Buenos Aires, Devil's Island and/or undeveloped areas and small villages in the Amazon rainforest.
West coast cruises stop... at the South American ports of Manta, Lima and some of the Chilean ports listed below.
Cape Horn cruises stop in Punta Arenas, Ushuaia, Puerto Montt, Valparaiso, and Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands.
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Buenos Aires, Argentina: Nicknamed the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires is the birthplace of the tango, a sexy Latin dance. A subway and bus system makes the Argentinean capital relatively easy to maneuver.
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Rio De Janeiro, Brazil: Called the “Marvelous City,” Rio is home to 6 million residents and is the second largest city in Brazil, next to Sao Paulo. There is... a bus and metro system, but many tourists take the free transportation provided by local jewelry stores. You don’t have to buy anything from them, but you should look at their merchandise.
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Manaus, Brazil: As the most populous settlement in the Amazon, Manaus has 1.5 million residents and is the capital of the Amazonas. Because of its strategic location on the Amazon River, Manaus has become a thriving port city.
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Montevideo, Uruguay: The capital of Uruguay has fewer attractions and less people than the larger South American cities, but there is still plenty to do here, such as shopping and playing in the casinos.
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Punta Del Este, Uruguay: Located close to Montevideo, Punta Del Este is a popular vacation spot for South Americans and international travelers. Its exotic beaches and world-class hotels have attracted the wealthy and famous, many of whom have built million-dollar homes on the beachfront.
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Santarem, Brazil: A strategically located port at the meeting point of the Tapajos and the Amazon.
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Boca da Valeria, Brazil: A small Amazon village at the mouth of the Valeria River.
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Punta Arenas, Chile: This Chilean city is the capital of the Magallanes region and is considered to be the southernmost city in the world.
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Devil’s Island: A former prisoner’s island off the coast of French Guiana.
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Manta, Ecuador: One of Ecuador’s largest ports, Manta has fishing villages, beaches, and an undeveloped tropical forest.
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Ushuaia, Argentina: A former penal colony that is famous for its proximity to the Tierra del Fuego National Park.
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Lima, Peru: The capital of Peru is also its political, economic, and cultural center. Your ship will dock in nearby Callao, which has its own attractions as well.
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Puerto Montt, Chile: A growing village on the coast of the Pacific Ocean. Puerto Montt is the capital of the Lake District.
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Valparaiso, Chile: The second largest city in Chile is home to the National Congress and is considered to be a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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Stanley, Falkland Islands: Located about 480 miles northeast of Cape Horn, Stanley (formerly known as Port Stanley) is the capital of the Falkland Islands.
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Micro Center: The central hub of Buenos Aires; within walking distance are hotels, shops, and government buildings.
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Recoleta: The Parisian section of Buenos Aires; home to the Museum of Fine Arts, a historic cemetery, monuments in Tres de Febrero Park, a crafts market, restaurants, and designer shops.
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Tango Shows: In an around Buenos Aires you can find tango bars; shows can be viewed at La Ventana, Casa Blanca,... Senor Tango and El Viejo Amacen. Some excursions include tango lessons.
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Plaza De Mayor: The historic center of Buenos Aires; home to the Metropolitan Cathedral, May Pyramid, and Casa Rosada, (where Eva Peron addressed crowds from the balcony).
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La Boca: Proclaimed as the origin of the tango, La Boca, Argentina is now home to many artists and contains the Caminito, where you can buy the masterpieces of its residents. Also in La Boca is a soccer stadium, where you can cheer on the Boca Juniors. La Boca is a short drive from Buenos Aires.
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Buenos Aires Sites : National Museum of Decorative Arts, The National History Museum, Colon Theater, Buenos Aires Zoo, Palmero Botanical Garden.
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Calle Florida: The center of Buenos Aires shopping.
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Buenos Aires Tours: Cover all the basics if you are on time constraints.
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Gaucho Party: Outside the city of Buenos Aires, you can relax on a ranch, enjoy a barbeque, go horseback riding and watch a cowboy show.
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Parana River Sailing Tour: Sail from Buenos Aires further inland for beautiful natural sites and over 500 islands; some excursions stop at the San Isidro Cathedral.
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Iguazu Falls National Park: A day trip from Buenos Aires requires a flight to this scenic rainforest site that has waterfalls.
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Buenos Aires Bike Tour: Visit all of the major areas of Buenos Aires on this guided bicycle tour.
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Buenos Aires Helicopter Tour: View Buenos Aires from a birds-eye view.
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Evita! Tour: Buenos Aires tour of everything Eva Peron; stops include her tomb, the Casa Rosada, Plaza de Mayo Square, and the Evita Museum.
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Polo Club: Learn about the sport of polo and get to ride on the polo horses at El Retiro Polo Club and School, which also provides a tour of its facilities; located outside Buenos Aires
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Palermo Hippodrome: A half hour drive from Buenos Aires takes you one of Argentina’s most famous horseracing tracks. Here you can tour the facilities, purchase horse memorabilia, and learn about the horseracing history of Argentina.
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San Telmo: Bohemian suburb of Buenos Aires filled with galleries, bars, restaurants, antique shops, and the church of San Pedro Telmo.
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Rio de Janeiro Beaches: Copacabana, Ipanema.
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Ipanemo: Some of the finest jewelry stores in Brazil will arrange for free transportation from the cruise terminal in Rio de Janeiro to this chic neighborhood.
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Rio de Janeiro Cathedrals: Convento do Santo Antonio, Igrega de Nossa Senhora da Candelaria, Mosteiro de Sao Bento, Catedral de Sao Sebastia do Rio de Janeiro.
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Flamengo: The museum section of Rio de Janiero. Sites here include the Museum of Modern Art, National Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of Contemporary Art, and Carmen Miranda Museum.
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Corcovado: Site of the statue of Christ the Redeemer, Rio’s most famous attraction.
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Sugarloaf Mountain: Scenic views of Rio and the rainforest; part of the Tijuca National Park, the world’s largest urban area of tropical forest and mountains.
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Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden: The world’s largest Amazon collection.
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Burle Marx House: Art gallery and museum located in Rio de Janeiro.
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Joque Club: Horse racing track in Rio de Janeiro.
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Estadio Maracana: The largest soccer stadium in the world, the Estadio Maracana can hold 178,000 fans and is located in Rio De Janeiro.
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Rio De Janeiro Shopping: Many shops are found in the beach areas of Copacabana and Ipanema. Brazil is the world's largest producer of colored gemstones, so if you are into jewelry, Rio is the destination for you.
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Best of Rio: For those with a limited amount of time, Rio tours are the best way to capture all the sights and sites.
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Favela Tours: See how the majority of Rio residents live, without the glitz and glamour; it’s best to travel to these towns with a guide.
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Rio de Janeiro Adventure Excursions: Activities include hang gliding, hiking, rock climbing, and surfing.
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Rio Samba School: Enjoy a delicious dinner as you watch performers prepare their samba routines for the Carnival. This excursion also includes samba lessons.
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Rio’s Color and Art: Explore the colorful and unique estates of famous Brazilian residents from Rio de Janeiro, in addition to some traditional tourist sites.
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Rio Helicopter Tour: See Rio De Janeiro, Sugarloaf Mountain, a favelas from a birds-eye view.
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Opera House: Tours are available for one of Manaus’s main attractions and symbols of its opulence in the early 20th century.
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Indian Museum: Manaus museum dedicated to the indigenous people of the Amazon.
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Cathedral of Our Lady: Centuries-old cathedral in Manaus, Brazil.
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Mercado Adolfo Lisboa: The main market in Manaus; offers a variety of clothing, trinkets, and local specialties.
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Mini-Zoo do CIGS: The only zoo in Manaus; filled with local exotic animals from the rainforest.
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Meeting of the Waters: See where the Amazon river begins, as two rivers of different colors run side-by-side for miles before mixing.
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Manaus Excursions: A variety of excursions into the rainforest are offered; activities include a riverboat tour, a stay at a jungle lodge, nighttime trips, guided walks in the jungle, alligator spotting, and more.
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Manaus City Tour: Although most Manaus sites are not air conditioned, the tour bus is!
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Manaus Ecological Tour: A short trip from the urban Manaus takes you to botanical gardens and a research facility. Other stops include the Science House, Cultural House and Science Museum.
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Manaus Flight Tour: See Manaus and the surrounding jungle from a birds-eye view.
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Montevideo City Sites: Plaza Independencia (the main square), Avenida 18 de Julio (for shops and cafes), Congress Building, Etchegaray House (historic site), Town Hall, Joaquin Torres Garcia Museum (art museum), Gaucho Museum (crafts and silver museum), Visual Arts Museum, Blanes Museum, Spanish Cathedral, and monuments of famous Uruguayan heroes.
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Montevideo City Tours: With so many historical sites, monuments, and museums, the best way to capture them all is through a guided tour.
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Montevideo Crafts Markets: Mercadeo de la Abundancia, Mercado Artesanal.
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Juanico: Vineyards in Uruguay near Montevideo; tours are available.
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Colonia del Sacramento: A former colonial Portuguese village; this UNESCO World Heritage Site is located two hours away from Montevideo.
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Montevideo Jewish Heritage Tour: Learn about the Jewish culture in South America; stops include Golda Meir Square, Hebraica Maccabi Sports Center, Sephardic and Ashkenazi synagogues, and the Holocaust Memorial.
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Estancia La Rabida: An excursion here involves touring a working farm, drinking local tea, horseback riding, and a hay ride; an hour drive from Montevideo.
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Punta Del Este Sites: Fundación Ralli museum, Casa Pueblo (artist Carlos Paez Vilaró’s residence).
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Maldonado Tour: A tour of one of Uruguay’s oldest cities stops at Customs House, Dragons' Military House, Nicolas Garcia Uriburu Collection Museum, Maldonado's Cathedral, Museum of American Art of Maldonado and Puppet Museum; excursions depart from Punta Del Este.
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Punta Del Este Beaches: Ingleses, Emir, Brava, Mansa.
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Isla de Lobos: Government wildlife reserve and sanctuary off the coast of Punta Del Este; home to sea lions, sea wolves, and seals. You cannot step foot on this island, but a boat will circle Isla de Lobos for a sightseeing tour.
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Siglo XX: 700-hectare cattle-breeding station outside of Punta Del Este; attractions here include the Antiques Museum, horseback riding, sheep shearing, milking, and a barbeque lunch.
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Santarem Excursions : Activities include riverboat tours and guided walks into the Amazon.
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Santarem Sites: Santarem Cathedral, Town Hall Museum.
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Antarctica Excursions: Departing from Punta Arenas, you can fly near the south pole; some expeditions make landfall.
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Punta Arenas Sites: Plaza de Armas, Magellan Strait, Tierra del Fuego Island, Maggiorino Borgatello Museum, Museum of Memories, Ona Indians pioneer cemetery, Fort Bulnes.
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Francisco Coloane Marine Park: Off the coast of Punta Arenas, this area is home to many protected humpback whales.
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Penguin Reserve: Excursions to see the penguins depart from Punta Arenas, Chile.
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Torres del Paine National Park: A 40-minute flight from Punta Arenas takes you to one of the most scenic destinations in South America; home to mountains, Nordenskjold Lake, Dickson Lake, Del Toro Lake, Pehoe Lake, Salto Grande waterfall, Grey Glacier, Balmaceda Massif Glacier and Laguna Amarga.
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Olga Teresa Estancia: A farm 50 miles outside Punta Arena with excellent views of the Palomares Mountains; activities here include a Chilean cowboy show, a tour of the farm, a sheep shearing demonstration, and a Chilean meal.
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Devil’s Island Sites: Former prison cells and administrative buildings, museum, gift shops.
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Archaeological Museum of Banco Central: Located in Manta.
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Montecristi: A colonial village near Manta with craft markets and old buildings; the birthplace of the Panama hat.
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Quito: The capital of Ecuador is a short flight from Manta. Attractions here include art galleries, San Agustin Church, Independence Palace, Archbishops Palace, San Francisco church and monastery, Panecillo Hill, Equatorial Monument, Ethnographic Museum and Presidential Palace.
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Otavalo: South America's most famous Indian market; a flight is required to get here from Manta, Ecuador.
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Ushuaia Excursions: Catamaran rides to nearby islands and national parks (see below).
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Ushuaia Sites: Tierra del Fuego National Park, Sea Wolves Island, Bird Island, Light House at the End of the World, and Lake Escondido are all a short drive from Ushuaia.
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Tierra del Fuego National Park: The world’s southernmost national park; scenic sites here include Río Pipo, Panoramic Point, Lago Roca, Río Ovando, Laguna Verde, Laguna Negra and Bahía Lapataia. Tours to Tierra del Fuego offer hikes, trains, and buses to explore the park.
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Ushuaia Horseback Riding: Available at Relinchos del Hipico.
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Lima Sites: Huaca Pucllana (archeological site), Huaca Huallamarca (oracle center), archeological museum (in Callao), Pachacamac ruins, Olivar de San Isidro park, Pedro de Osma Museum and Gallery, Descalzos Convent (built in 1592), Santo Domingo Convent (the oldest in Lima), Convent of El Carmen, Buena Muerte Convent, Larco Herrera Museum, Government Palace, Lima City Hall, Archbishop Palace, Lima Cathedral, Casa Aliaga (the oldest colonial mansion in the New World), San Francisco Monastery, art galleries.
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Miraflores: A section of Lima known for its beaches, sidewalk cafes, parks, and nightlife.
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Puerto Montt Excursions: Activities include hiking tours, 4-wheel drive tours, sightseeing flights to the lakes and volcanoes, fly fishing, and river rafting.
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Puerto Montt Natural Sites: Llanquihue Lake, Vicente Perez Rosales National Park, Lake Todos los Santos, Petrohue Waterfalls, Chapo Lakes, Alerce Andino National Park.
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Puerto Montt City Sites: Plaza de Armas square, Fish and Handicraft Market.
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Chiloe Island: Ferries depart from Puerto Montt for this Chilean island that has maintained the same traditions from centuries ago. Forts, restaurants, museums, and indigenous tribes can be found here.
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Portillo: A ski resort in the Andes, near Valparaiso. Offers scenic mountain views, small villages, and waterfalls.
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Santiago: The Chilean capital is a two hour drive from Valparaiso; attractions here include the Presidential Palace, Central Market, Club Hipico, O'Higgins Park, Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral
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Viña del Mar: Resort city near Valparaiso; home to a floral clock, Fonck Museum and Cerro Castillo, the summer palace of the Presidents of the Republic.
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Valparaiso Sites: Naval Headquarters Building, Plaza Sotomayor, Heroes of Iquique monument, Pablo Neruda’s house, La Sebastiana museum, Turri Building, El Mercurio Building, Stock Exchange and Public Library.
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Valparaiso Excursions: Travel to San Antonio Valley vineyards for wine tasting, Santiago, Viña del Mar, and/or Portillo.
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Falkland Sites: Numerous battlefields are present from the many wars over its occupation.
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Long Island Farm: Experience what it is like to live on a farm in the Falkland Islands; activities include sheep shearing, battlesites, horse gear exhibition, peat cutting, domestic garden visits, birdwatching, and more.
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The Falkland Islands Museum and National Trust: Besides being a museum, it also offers a taxi ride around the city of Port Stanley.
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Port Stanley Helicopter Tour: See the Falkland Islands from a birds-eye view. The helicopter also stops at Sea Lion island, a bird and marine conservatory where you can see many species in their native habitats.
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Port Stanley Wildlife Excursions: Many excursions depart from Port Stanley and take you to areas populated with penguins and other birds.
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