South America

South America attracts travellers from the world over with its epic nature and cultural charms. You’ll be treated to pristine beaches, lush Amazonian jungles, and sites that hark back to some of the world’s most significant ancient civilizations. You can join the world’s biggest party in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro, explore magnificent Incan ruins high up in the Andean mountains, or experience Latin music and vibrant art in Colombia, home to the legend of El Dorado.

An escape to South America is great for both adventure and romance. You can learn to tango and embark on culinary adventures with delicious South American grills and wines in Buenos Aires. Fernando de Noronha, off Brazil’s eastern coast, offers honeymoon retreats and an Atlantic diving haven. With its great mix of vibrant cultures, magnificent landmarks and natural splendours, South America has plenty to add to your bucket list.

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Buenos Aires
In Buenos Aires, immigrants from Italy and Spain are often credited with originating the tango, which began appearing in dances at Teatro Opera, the local theater, as early as 1902. Today, if you’d like to tango your way through Argentina,...
Rio de Janeiro
Three million people visit Rio de Janeiro each year for mountains that offer panoramic views, botanical gardens filled with tropical flowers, white-sand beaches featured in pop songs, the largest urban forest in the world, architecture evident in such masterpieces as...
Argentina
Argentina is famed for its passion and beauty, stretching through the southern half of South America. The sheer size of...
Lima
Lima, Peru’s capital, is a mix of colonial charm and modern entertainment. Its downtown historic centre is a UNESCO World...
Chile
Chile lies on the west coast of South America, covering over 6,000 km of coastline overlooking the South Pacific Ocean....
Brazil
Brazil has plenty of claims to fame, from the crazy parties and festivals of the cities to remote indigenous tribes,...
Peru
Peru is home to some of the world’s most impressive natural sights, including the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and...
Santiago
In Santiago, a visit to the Metropolitan Park will lead you to a major zoo, a lush botanical garden, and...
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São Paulo
No trip to Sao Paulo, Brazil’s southeastern capital, would be complete without exploring Ibirapuera Park. The sprawling urban green space...
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