About This Journey

Visit the legendary Inca ruins of Machu Picchu and experience the Spanish colonial cities of Lima, Santiago, Montevideo and Buenos Aires on this Enrichment Journey to South America. Your journey starts in Peru where you’ll explore the ancient fortresses of the Sacred Valley and take a scenic train ride to Machu Picchu, the legendary “Lost City of the Inca” and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. You will also visit the former capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco, a beautiful city nestled in the Peruvian Andes featuring a unique mix of Inca and Spanish architecture. You’ll explore the city and surrounding area before finishing your Peruvian adventure in Lima, once known as the “City of Kings,” before flying to Santiago. Tour both the old and the new in Chile’s capital city, then experience Chile’s wine-growing region on a day trip to picturesque coastal communities before embarking the Celebrity Eclipse. On board you’ll cruise the Chilean fjords and visit the world’s southernmost city, Ushuaia, before stopping in Montevideo for an exclusive Enrichment Journeys shore excursion. Upon disembarkation in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, you’ll be introduced to the glittering capital of Argentina and home to the legendary tango! You’ll experience the city’s highlights and glamorous neighborhoods as well as head out into the countryside for a gaucho (cowboy) experience and BBQ at a local ranch. Finally, top off your South American Journey with a romantic Tango show featuring folk music, dancers and an orchestra for an evening of cultural celebration.

Celebrity Cruises, Valparaiso, Puerto Montt, Punta Arenas, Cape Horn, Strait of Magellan, Puerto Madryn, Uruguay

Included Features

• Roundtrip international airfare, transfers and baggage handling
• 6-night pre-cruise land program in Peru
  • Sacred Valley, Peru: 3-night hotel stay
    • Welcome Dinner
    • Full-day tour of Pisac and Ollantaytambo
    • Full-day tour of Machu Picchu
  • Cusco, Peru: 2-night hotel stay
    • Full-day tour of Sacsayhuaman, Quengo, and the “Red Fortress”
    • City Tour and Visit to Temple of the Sun
  • Lima, Peru: 1-night hotel stay
    • Half-day city tour of Lima
    • Farewell Dinner Show
• 3-night pre-cruise land program in Chile
  • Santiago, Chile: 2-night hotel stay
    • Full-day Santiago City Tour
  • Valparaiso, Chile: 1-night hotel stay
    • Tour of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar
• 2-night post-cruise land program in Argentina
  • Buenos Aires, Argentina–2-night hotel stay
    • Half-day city tour with lunch
    • Full-day gaucho tour to a countryside ranch
    • Evening dinner and tango show
    • Airport transfer tour with lunch
• Tour Leader throughout pre-cruise Peru land program and Local Tour Hosts during included tours
• Most meals while on tour (see itinerary highlights) and all meals while onboard
• 12-night sailing aboard the Celebrity Eclipse
  • 10% Off Shore Excursions (see “Special Offers”)
  • Exclusive full-day guided shore excursion in Montevideo specially created for Enrichment Journeys guests
  • Tips, Drinks & Wi-Fi are always included onboard Celebrity Cruises

• Special Offer—Ends 7/6!
  • Take $200 OFF the prices you see per person & enjoy up to $1,350 Onboard Credit. Savings offer excludes Veranda on Chateaux & Gardens of France. Learn More ➤

What to Expect on Your Trip

Pacing

Most days during the land portion will include full-day tours. The overall pace is rather quick, as there is much to see in these regions of Peru, Santiago and Buenos Aires, however there is a healthy mix of both visits to historical sites and time to enjoy the landscape and scenery. Most days include two meals, allowing the third meal to be at your leisure. All hotels will have a restaurant on property where you may dine, then have the rest of the evening to relax. If you wish to go out, your guide is available to make suggestions for nearby dining.

During the cruise you will have a mix of relaxing days at sea and exciting days on land to explore the port cities. You may choose from optional shore excursions, which will allow for cultural immersion, exotic meals and numerous activities.

Physical Activity

Please note that portions of this Journey are at a significant altitude above sea level; shortness of breath and fatigue may occur. Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco have an elevation of 8,000 feet, 7,972 feet and 11,152 feet, respectively. This Enrichment Journey purposely visits these locations in that order, allowing your body to adjust in the Sacred Valley before continuing on to Cusco. Guests unfamiliar with the effects of high altitude should consult their personal physician. It is sometimes recommended to arrive a day early, to provide your body with an adjustment day before the start of the tour. If this is recommended by your physician and you are interested in arriving early, please inquire with your Personal Vacation Manager.

The land portion of the trip should be considered active and includes a considerable amount of walking. Walking on different types of land, roads and landmarks will be part of the trip, especially at Machu Picchu. Enrichment Journeys will do everything in our power to ensure comfort through our third-party providers, including air-conditioned buses and comfortable accommodations where applicable. However, some areas cannot be accessed by coach, so our drivers will get you as close to sites as is legally allowed. Sensible, rubber-soled walking shoes are strongly recommended. Historical sites often do not have elevators, escalators or ramps due to the age of the building/structure. Wheelchair access at many sites is limited to extremely limited. Based on crowds and traffic, order of visits may be changed. A fold-up wheelchair may be able to be stored on the bus but requires prior arrangements. Motorized wheelchairs and scooters cannot be accommodated on this group program. Guests must be able to transfer from their chair to the transportation. Guides/drivers are not allowed to lift or push wheelchairs, so guests requiring physical assistance must travel with a companion who can assist.

For the cruise portion of the trip, passengers will board and leave the ship up stairways and gangways, and you may have to walk a moderate distance to transfer to train, bus and car stations. Time spent on the road and traveling can be long, so you will need to be prepared for stretches of down time in between destinations.

Cultural Focus

Ancient history blends together with modern appeal in the heart of the former Inca Empire. Influences from this civilization are present alongside traces of Spanish colonization that later brought its own cultural stamp. Immerse yourself in the South American style while surrounded by staggering mountains and green valleys. A trip of a lifetime through South America will provide unforgettable experiences that will be very different than that you might be used to at home. South American culture is passionate and diverse. You will have the chance to hear many forms of Spanish dialects and interact with a wide range of people. Keep in mind that some hand gestures have different meanings than they do in the U.S., so it’s customary to simply smile, say “hola” (hello) and “gracias” (thank you) when addressed by locals.

You will encounter dishes and ingredients typical to the region that you may not have encountered before, and you will be introduced to local artistry of the region. Enrichment Journeys encourages an open mind when in unique situations and meeting people abroad. Sometimes the attractions, beaches and cities themselves can be crowded, especially while on the cruise.

Unique Factors

South America has warm and rainy weather in January (Summer), so having the appropriate gear for this type of climate and rain is advisable. Sturdy shoes will be needed during city walks and when exploring Machu Picchu. If you have special needs or physical limitations, you will need to check in with your personal vacation manager before booking the trip. The temperature can vary between day and night, so pack accordingly with items that can be layered. Some guests may wish to have a light sweater or windbreaker with them.

Transportation

Included airfare is from select airports only. To inquire about a different airport, please contact your Personal Vacation Manager.

Enrichment Journeys is committed to providing remarkable experiences at extraordinary value. As a result, airlines and routes are selected to maximize that value and may involve multiple stops and extended layovers versus non-stop or direct flights. Passengers wishing to utilize specific carriers, direct/non-stop flights, Business Class upgrades, or to extend their time in any of our beginning or ending destination cities may do so by contacting Enrichment Journeys and inquiring about the Custom Airfare Program. There is a $50 per person charge for this service, however this charge will be applied toward any flights or upgrades you choose to purchase. The $50 charge must be paid prior to receiving a custom air quote.

Transportation while on tour:

Lima to Cusco: 1.5-hour flight

Cusco to Sacred Valley: 1-hour coach transfer

Lima to Santiago: 3.5-hour flight

Please note that these times are approximate and only reflect the transportation time. Our trip may be longer due to stops for sightseeing along the way.

Ask about receiving 10% off all shore excursions from Shore Excursions Group!

Special Offer—Ends 7/6!

Take $200 OFF the prices you see per person & enjoy up to $1,350 Onboard Credit. Savings offer excludes Veranda on Chateaux & Gardens of France.

Drinks, Wi-Fi & Tips are All Included on Celebrity Cruises.

 

All guests must choose the same package type. View Celebrity Terms and Conditions. Offer expires July 6, 2023 or when sold out.

1-night Buenos Aires Extension (post-cruise)

Want to add a day in Buenos Aires? With this optional extension you will stay for 1 additional night in Buenos Aires after your tour, giving you time to explore the city on your own before flying home. Note: tours are not included. Price of $99 per person (based on double occupancy) includes:

• 1-night hotel accommodations in Buenos Aires with daily breakfast
• Private transfer from hotel to airport

 

The following hotel list is preliminary and subject to change. Although we contract for hotels a year or more in advance, unforeseen circumstances do occasionally require a change of hotel. Should it be necessary to change a hotel, one of equal quality or value will be substituted and you will receive confirmed hotel information with your final itinerary.

Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel

Antigua Hacienda Yaravilca  Huayllabamba,
Urubamba 084, Peru

Phone : +5184581900

E-mail: info@aranwahotels.com

Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness is built on a seventeenth century colonial hacienda by the Vilcanota River, just one hour away from the city of Cusco and on the route to Machu Picchu. The hotel offers rooms decorated in colonial style as well as other modern minimalist decor. Enjoy unforgettable days in Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness and let yourself be carried away by its mystical atmosphere in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It is the magical meeting of two eras: ancients Inca culture and colonial sumptuousness in one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.

Monasterio a Belmond Hotel Cusco

Calle Palacio 140, Plazoleta Nazarenas, Cusco, Perú

Telephone: +51 84 604 000

E-mail: concierge.mon@belmond.com

Welcome to Monasterio, a retreat where opulent design and spiritual energy beckons you in. A sense of peace prevails in our Cusco haven, where soft-toned woodwind instruments soothe and serenade while you explore the hotel’s gilded corridors, resplendent with historic artwork. In our main courtyard, gather by our 300-year-old Andean Cedar tree and watch as weavers in traditional dress work skilled fingers over colourful yarn. Converse with fellow travelers as a cup of restorative Coca tea or a punchy Pisco sour makes its way to you. With stunning Baroque architecture, peerless Peruvian dining, and a prized location, make Monasterio your base in Cusco

Hotel Estelar Miraflores

Avenida Benavides 415 Miraflores Lima, Peru

Telephone: +51 1 630 77 77

E-mail: reservas.peru@hotelesestelar.com

Just 20 minutes from the historic center of Lima, it is strategically located so that you can enjoy the best tourist sites in Lima. Due to its proximity to the famous Avenida Larco, just a few steps away, you can enjoy plans for all tastes: have a coffee, a night in the always lively Calle de las Pizzas or go shopping in Larco Mar, a shopping center with overlooking the sea where you will find exclusive shops, as well as the best nightclubs and bars in the city.

Pullman Santiago Vitacura Hotel

Avenida Vitacura 3201, Santiago 7630578, Chile

Tel: 011 56 2 2944 7800

The remodeled Hotel Pullman Santiago Vitacura is fabulously located in one of the most sophisticated areas of the Chilean capital, close to Bicentennial Park, shopping malls, art galleries, bars, and restaurants. With incredible views of the mountain range, Pullman Vitacura has a fitness center, terraces, an outdoor pool, covered parking, free WIFI in all common areas, and more.

Hotel Palacio Astoreca

Street Monte Alegre 149, Cerro Alegre, Valparaíso, Chile

Telephone: +32 – 258 88 35

The Hotel Palacio Astoreca has 23 comfortable and exclusive guest rooms; perfect for relaxing and also very close to the port-city of Valparaíso. The hotel has a first class spa which will bring all of your senses to life, a piano bar where our guests can enjoy moments of relaxation, a wine cellar to meet up and enjoy a glass of wine, a library stocked with numerous books on art, travel and novels and a terrace which –thanks to its privileged location – provides unique views.

InterContinental Hotel Buenos Aires

809 Moreno St, C1091 AAQ, Buenos Aires, Argentina

+54 11 4340-7100

This Buenos Aires Hotel represents the sophisticated and classic style of this historical city. Enjoy your holidays with the beautifully designed suites, indoor pool and onsite spa. Conveniently located near major cultural attractions such as museums, theatres, traditional coffee shops and famous neighborhoods such as San Telmo and Florida Avenue, this luxurious hotel will let you experience the authentic Argentina.

Celebrity Eclipse

Cruise Line: Celebrity

Since its inception in 1989, Celebrity has held true to its original commitment of taking the very best aspects of classic, elegant cruising and updating them to reflect current lifestyles. In 1997, they merged with Royal Caribbean International to form Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. What sets Celebrity apart from other vacation choices today is the cruise line’s passionate dedication to providing guests with a cruise experience that embodies modern luxury. This has become the definition of Celebrity Cruises and has set the worldwide standard for today’s expression of what first made cruising famous—high quality, superior design, spacious accommodations, grand style, attentive service and exceptional cuisine. Celebrity Cruises’ iconic “X” is the mark of contemporary spaces that are at once coolly sophisticated and warmly inviting. Where the culinary experience is influenced by global cuisines and designed by their Michelin-starred chef. Where their staff provides seamless and intuitive service that’s both personal and unobtrusive. Where everything is designed to provide an unparalleled Relaxed Luxury^sm resort at sea experience. Celebrity’s 15 award-winning ships offer unique experiences in more than 300 destinations on all seven continents.

Ship: Celebrity Eclipse

Unwind in stylish accommodations, including Concierge Class and our spa-inspired AquaClass® with exclusive dining at Blu. And, the ultimate in luxury, exclusive sanctuary, The Retreat® which includes private restaurant dining and 24/7 lounge. Enjoy globally inspired cuisine in distinctive restaurants with menus crafted by our Michelin-starred chef. Make a toast in the Passport Bar, Martini Bar or World Class Bar. Enjoy endless ocean views, catch some sun and play your favorite outdoor games on a ½ acre of real grass at The Lawn Club. You’ll feel refreshed in The Spa, which features soothing treatments to invigorate the senses. Savor an incredible five-course meal designed by our Global Culinary Ambassador, Chef Daniel Boulud. Onboard experiences also include shopping at the finest boutiques and family fun activities, including Hot Glass classes and theatrical events. Set sail and discover a whole new level of rest and relaxation.

Celebrity Eclipse is sailing with Starlink—the world’s most advanced broadband satellite internet—to bring you high-speed connectivity for a better onboard experience.

Before You Go

Money Matters

How you handle your currency and financials while on the trip is up to you. Some people prefer to exchange all their money in advance, while others will rely solely on credit cards. Consider calling your bank ahead of time to make them aware of your international travel, especially when using cards or withdrawing money.

ATM Machines

These are often readily available, especially in major cities. Some will charge fees on top of what your hometown bank may charge for using ATMs abroad. Look for well-marked machines that have the Visa or MasterCard symbols.

Foreign Banks

Currency can be exchanged at most banks, if needed. Ask a local host or tour manager if there is a nearby bank that is open.

Credit Cards

During your trip, you’ll find that most major credit cards are accepted. Call your specific card issuer ahead of time to find out its limitations and benefits overseas.

Incidentals

Do be aware that some additional charges for mini-bars, laundry and room service will not be included in the tour package. Plan accordingly for these extra charges.

Packing Guidelines

Pack as simply as possible for easy transfers and customs screenings. Check with your domestic and international carriers regarding baggage guidelines, allowances, and check for additional fees. All bags will be screened before boarding flights and the cruise ship.

What to pack

Basics and layers are key to a comfortable Journey. Be sure to check the weather in the destinations you will visit, and pack accordingly. There are always unpredictable variables as well, so make sure you have one sturdy jacket and an outfit for a formal occasion too, just in case.

Here are a few key items to take on your trip:

• Raincoat/poncho
• Hooded jacket/fleece pullover
• Pants with pockets
• Skirt with pockets
• Hat with visor & sunscreen/bug spray
• Warm socks
• Sturdy sandals
• Practical shoes for walking/easy hiking
• Extra pair of prescription sunglasses and/or glasses (if needed)
• Camera(s)

Have back-ups for everything to avoid disappointment. Charge batteries in advance and bring extra film or digital memory cards. If bringing a high-end camera, consider investing in insurance to protect your asset.

Luggage Screening Process

To pass through screening, have liquids either in small containers and bagged, or in checked luggage. All valuables necessary for the trip should be on your person at all times, if possible. This includes medications and documentation. We recommend one main bag and a carry-on, per airline guidelines for weight and size.

Labeling

Have all your bags labeled with your name and address clearly marked. Add something to you luggage that is recognizable in the event your bags are misplaced. You may also consider marking your bags with “Enrichment Journeys” for efficiency.

Carry-on items

In many countries, including the US, large liquid containers are not allowed in carry-ons. On the way back into The States, food or agriculture items are prohibited. If you have questions about a certain item, visit www.tsa.gov for a list of items that cannot be packed.

Airport transfers

Airport transfers are included as part of your Enrichment Journey. Local representatives will advise you of the departure time from your hotel the night before departure. Generally speaking, arrangements have been made to have you at the airport approximately three hours in advance of departure, though this may vary depending on local circumstances. At the end of the cruise, an airport transfer will also be provided. Please advise your Personal Vacation Manager if you do not require transfer arrangements at the time of booking your Journey.

Cell phones

Some cell phones will work overseas, but incur additional charges for the use. Choose whether you would like to add an international plan by calling your carrier, or consider purchasing a pay-as-you-go phone overseas. However, in some destinations, many smartphones and tablets can pick up wireless Internet for free.

Protecting the Value of Your Travel Investment

Enrichment Journeys offers a comprehensive travel insurance package you can purchase alongside your trip. It eases the mind and lets you cancel your trip for a covered reason up until the departure date with a full refund of the Journey.

The insurance covers a wide variety of incidents, including travel delay, emergency medical services, and even baggage delay. You will also receive a pre-existing medical conditions waiver if travel insurance is purchased within 14 days of your initial deposit. For a full list of coverage provided, visit the FAQ section of the website.

Medical Issues and Handicaps

As with any extensive trip abroad, our excursions with Enrichment Journeys will require some physical capabilities, including transfers from cruise ships, walking on cobblestone streets and navigating through some busy cities with guides. Although we encourage all types of travelers to join us, we do ask you are aware of your own physical limitations. Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual care to those who may have walkers, wheelchairs or other aids. Enrichment Journeys also cannot accommodate pregnant women past their six month gestation period. Please speak with one of our Personal Vacation Managers to see if certain itineraries are suitable for you and your needs. We are happy to suggest other viable options for you that are more accessible.

Per the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, travelers have the right to be reasonably accommodated in terms of tours in public situations. However, the laws do not apply for trips and outside the United States. So you must let Enrichment Journeys know ahead of time of any physical limitations, including information added to our questionnaire that needs to be filled out by all passengers. Failure to inform Enrichment Journeys of these limitations could result in refusal to participate, whether it be at the airport through the airline, on board the ship or at the accommodations booked.

If you have any sort of prescription medication, this should be a number one priority in packing. Bring extra, just in case. A small medical kit is also advisable for quick access to remedy minor aches and pains.

Briefing sessions

A local host or tour manager will be happy to guide you through the trip and answer all of your questions. Upon arrival to your destination, an Enrichment Journeys representative will meet with the group and go over items such as the daily schedule, weather and local customs.

Hotels

All hotels booked by Enrichment Journeys are held to a high standard of comfort and quality, in accordance to international accommodation standards and rating systems. However, each accommodation varies so you may experience various types of properties throughout your excursions.

Regional Information

Travel Documentation

Have your passport and visas ready and available at all checkpoints. Scan and copy these documents to print out. It is recommended that you e-mail a copy to yourself and someone back home in the event these documents are misplaced. Also, it may be worth bringing an international ID or license.

Passport and Visa

To travel internationally, you must have a passport in good condition, and it must be valid for at least 6 months after the last day of your trip. Visa requirements change frequently and for various reasons. As a result, our Personal Vacation Managers are not always able to provide visa information. The best way to obtain up-to-date information regarding visa requirements is to visit the official US government website for Americans traveling abroad, Travel.State.Gov, (Canadian citizens should visit https://travel.gc.ca/, for all other countries please visit your government website or local embassy), which details specific information on the countries you would like to visit, including visa requirements.

You may also use a third-party visa service, such as Expedited Travel. These services require an additional service fee but make the process of applying for a visa much simpler.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations are recommended to protect one’s health from preventable diseases abroad. It is always good to have routine vaccinations up to date when traveling for ailments such as chickenpox, measles, and the flu shot. Use your own discretion when deciding on what vaccinations to have based on your preferences and personal medical history. During your Enrichment Journeys tour, the utmost care will be taken with prepared food, atmosphere and other elements, so the likelihood of contracting diseases is scarce.

For a list of recommended vaccinations based on destination, visit https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel or feel free to contact the Center for Disease Control and Prevention directly at 1-800-232-4636.

Electric Current

You will need an adaptor for some parts of your trip.  To see what the plugs will look like at your destination, visit https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/ and click on each country from the right menu.

You may also need to use a converter. Most countries outside of North and Central America use 220-240 V, whereas the U.S. and Canada use 110 V. However, most chargers these days have a box which will act as a converter so that it can be used in all countries around the world. If your charger box says “Input: 100–240V, 50/60 Hz” then you do NOT need to use a converter (but you may still need an adaptor so that the plugs fit in the socket).

Some hotels may have two and three pronged outlets to use for various appliances. Ship cabins also have outlets for you to use with their converter. However, we recommend having at least one or two adaptors with you, as we cannot guarantee that all hotels will be able to accommodate this.

Local Currency

Peru uses the Peruvian Nuevo Sol (S/), currency code PEN

Chile uses the Chilean Peso ($), currency code CLP

Uruguay uses the Uruguayan Peso ($ or $U), currency code UYU

Argentina uses the Argentine Peso ($), currency code ARS

Please visit https://www.oanda.com/currency/converter/  for the current exchange rate.

How you handle your currency and financials while on the trip is up to you. Some people prefer to exchange all their money in advance, while others will rely solely on credit cards. We suggest having at least some local currency with you during the trip, at least enough to take a taxi if needed. Consider calling your bank ahead of time to make them aware of your international travel, especially when using cards or withdrawing money.

Tipping Guidelines

Tipping is always appreciated but not always required. Expect several instances throughout the hospitality industry that allow for tipping. Have small bills ready for hotel staff, boat crew, restaurant servers, drivers, guides, and baggage handlers. If you have a meal outside the itinerary or hire a resident driver, a few dollars in the local currency is customary.

Gratuities are included for group meals, at hotels, and at airports. The host, guide, or tour manager can be tipped roughly $8.00-$12.00 USD per person, per day. Drivers can be tipped $5 USD per person, per day. Onboard the ship, gratuities are already included when sailing with Celebrity Cruises.

For more information about when and how much to tip in each country, feel free to speak with your tour guide at the start of your Journey. A good reference for international tipping is https://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2008-11-11/etiquette-101-tipping-guide.

Time Differences

Please be aware that you may be crossing through several time zones throughout your Journey. To view a time zone map, visit https://m.worldtimezone.com/m-index12.php.

Climate

With the tour covering various regions, you will most likely come in contact with warm and/or cool weather, occasional rain, wind and/or damp environments. Check the weather online before departing for an up-to-date look at the conditions in major destinations.

Many countries outside of North America use Celsius. Here is a °C to °F quick reference guide:

-5° C = 23° F  5° C = 41° F 15° C = 59° F 25° C = 77° F 35° C =  95° F
0° C = 32° F 10° C = 50° F 20° C = 68° F 30° C = 86° F 40° C = 104° F

High/Low Temperatures in Fahrenheit:

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

Lima

79/64

80/69

80/69

76/66

72/63

69/61

67/60

66/60

67/59

69/61

72/63

76/66

Cusco

63/39

63/39

63/39

64/37

64/32

64/28

63/27

64/30

64/34

66/37

66/37

64/39

Santiago

86/52

84/52

81/48

73/45

64/41

59/37

59/37

61/39

64/41

72/45

77/48

82/52

Montevideo

70/52

83/62

82/61

78/59

71/53

64/43

59/43

58/43

59/46

63/49

68/54

74/59

Buenos Aires

86/68

83/66

79/62

72/57

66/52

60/46

58/45

63/48

66/50

72/55

77/61

82/65

Practice the Local Language

Knowing a few phrases in the local vernacular can be a wonderful way to connect with people and feel immersed in the culture. Here are some keywords and phrases:

South America: Spanish

• Hola (OH-lah): Hello
• Adiós (ad-ee-OHS): Goodbye
• Si (see): Yes
• No (noh): No
• Por favor (PAWR-fah-VAWR): Please
• Gracias (GRAH-syahs): Thank you
• Baño (BAH-nyoh): Bathroom

Visit https://www.17-minute-world-languages.com/en/south-american-spanish/ for more phrases and sound.

Fun Facts

Check out these interesting facts about the destinations you will visit on your Journey.

Argentina

• By far the largest city in Argentina is Buenos Aires, with more than 13 million people. Overall, there are 42 million people in the country.
• Probably the most well-known manifestation of Argentine culture, the Latin dance and music known as tango originated in the slaughterhouse district of Buenos Aires at the end of the nineteenth century.
• Argentina is one of the leading producers of wines ever since the 16th century and has approximately 1,800 wineries currently.

Uruguay

• A staggering 88% of the Uruguayans are European descendants, which is very high as compared to quite a number of other Latin-American countries. This is due to the fact that Uruguay received a number of European immigrants from Spain and Italy during the 19th and 20th century.
• Uruguay has one of the highest grades of literacy in Latin America. The official figures state that the rate of literacy in the country is around 97%.
• The leading sport in Uruguay is soccer.
• Slightly smaller than the state of Washington, Uruguay is home to 3.3 million people

Peru

• One of the most important Peruvian cultures was the Inca, who lived in Peru around 600 years ago. Their capital, Cusco, is still a major city today. The Incas also built Machu Picchu, Peru’s famous ancient city in the Andes.
• Peru is the third largest country in South America after Brazil and Argentina, and ranks among the 20 largest countries in the world.
• Nearly half of Peru is covered by the world’s largest rainforest—the Amazon.
• The New York Times calls Peruvian cuisine the best kept secret in South America. Lima has over twenty cooking schools.

Chile

• Chile has one of the world’s longest coastlines, five UNESCO world heritage sites, and the famed Easter Island. In fact, Chile is the longest country in the world, extending a staggering 38 degrees of latitude!
• Chile is one of the world’s largest exporter of wine.
• Chile is about twice the size of Montana. Situated south of Peru and west of Bolivia and Argentina, Chile fills a narrow 2,880-mi (4,506 km) strip between the Andes and the Pacific.
• At 7,500 feet, Chile’s Atacama Desert is the driest place on Earth with a landscape of surreal beauty. Some parts of the region have never received a drop of rain.

Recommended Reading List

Vacation should be easy, peaceful and, most of all, completely stress-free. Let us handle the details, so you can sit back, relax and curl up with a good book as you count down the days to your next Journey! We’ve compiled the following list of books and movies to introduce you to the destinations you are about to visit.

Books

• Argentina: Short stories like Labyrinths and A Universal History of Iniquity by Jorge Luis Borges
• Argentina: In Patagonia by Bruce Chatwin
• Argentina: Kiss and Tango by Marina Palmer
• Argentina: The Motorcycle Diaries by Che Guevara
• Uruguay: The Invisible Mountain by Carolina De Robertis
• Chile: Chile: A Traveler’s Companion translated by Katherine Silver
• Chile: My Invented Country: A Nostalgic Journey Through Chile by Isabel Allende
• Peru: The Conquest of the Incas by John Hemming
• Peru: The Peru Reader: History, Culture, Politics by Orin Starn
• Peru: Exploring Cusco by Peter Frost
• Peru: fiction novels by Mario Vargas Llosa, such as Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter and The Real Life of Alejandro Mayta

Travel Guides

• All countries: Lonely Planet Travel Guides- https://www.lonelyplanet.com/places
• All countries: Nomadic Matt Travel Guides- https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-guides/

Films

• Argentina: Evita (1996)
• Argentina: Happy Together (1997)
• Argentina: Tango (1998)
• Argentina, Chile and Peru: The Motorcycle Diaries (2004)
• Chile: films that have been filmed in Chile include The Motorcycle Diaries, The Quantum of Solace, and Missing
• Peru: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)

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