57 days in South America Itinerary

Fernando de Noronha is known for beaches, wildlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy the sand and surf at Baia do Sancho, hike along Trilha Costa Esmeralda, stroll through Trilha do Piquinho, and see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

To find photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Fernando de Noronha driving holiday planning tool.

Berlin, Germany to Fernando de Noronha is an approximately 27-hour combination of train and flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Fernando de Noronha Standard Time is minus 3 hours. In January, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can fly to Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro is known for sightseeing, beaches, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: kick back and relax at Copacabana Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Barra da Tijuca Beach, admire the natural beauty at Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, and pause for some photo ops at Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer.

To find photos, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Rio de Janeiro online itinerary maker.

Traveling by flight from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro takes 7 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro is minus 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in January, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Paraty.

Paraty is known for beaches, nature, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Centro Historico, head off the coast to Ilha do Cedro, kick back and relax at Sono Beach, and witness a stunning natural landmark at Piscina Natural da Caixa d'Aco.

To find reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Paraty route planner.

Traveling by car from Rio de Janeiro to Paraty takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to travel to Ilha Grande.

Ilha Grande is known for beaches, nature, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll through Lagoa Azul, indulge in some personalized pampering at Namaste Terapias Corporais, kick back and relax at Aventureiro, and explore the activities along Lagoa Verde, Ilha Grande.

For ratings, photos, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Ilha Grande trip itinerary planner.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Paraty to Ilha Grande in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. In January, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 26°C. On the 7th (Wed), you'll travel to Maldonado.

Venture out of the city with trips to Pan De Azucar (in Pan de Azucar) and Playa Punta Colorada (in Piriapolis). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Museo – Taller de Casapueblo, get great views at Mirador Punta Ballena, kick back and relax at Playa Solanas, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Brava.

To see reviews, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Maldonado tour planning site.

Getting from Ilha Grande to Maldonado by combination of ferry, bus, and flight takes about 12 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, car, and bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Ilha Grande in February, with highs in Maldonado at 29°C and lows at 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Buenos Aires.

Buenos Aires is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the different monuments and memorials at Cementerio de la Recoleta, don't miss a visit to Plaza de Mayo, explore the world behind art at Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires, and explore the engaging exhibits at Museo de los Ninos.

For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Buenos Aires itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Maldonado to Buenos Aires takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or drive. In February, daily temperatures in Buenos Aires can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to travel to El Chalten.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sat): explore the activities along Laguna Capri, hike along Laguna de los Tres, and then explore the activities along Laguna Torre. Here are some ideas for day two: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Fitz Roy.

To find ratings, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the El Chalten online sightseeing planner.

Getting from Buenos Aires to El Chalten by combination of flight and bus takes about 8.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can go by car to Castro.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Castro: Ancud (Museo Regional de Ancud & Museo Bomberil Cuerpo de Bomberos de Ancud). Next up on the itinerary: walk around Parque Tantauco, head off the coast to Islotes de Punihuil, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia Nuestra Senora del Rosario, and contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Huillinco.

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Castro holiday maker tool.

Traveling by car from El Chalten to Castro takes 27 hours. The time zone changes from Argentina Standard Time to Chile Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. February in Castro sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Santiago.

Santiago is known for shopping, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: walk around Cerro Santa Lucia, admire the masterpieces at Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, visit Barrio Bellavista, and see the interesting displays at La Chascona.

To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Santiago online driving holiday planner.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Castro to Santiago in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or take a bus. On the 28th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is known for sightseeing, wildlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: learn more about the world around you at Interpretation Center, kick back and relax at Playa de Oro, step off the mainland to explore Isla Lobos, and stroll through Playa Punta Carola.

To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno trip app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Santiago to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. The time zone difference when traveling from Santiago to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is minus 1 hour. In February in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to catch the ferry to Puerto Ayora.

Puerto Ayora is known for parks, wildlife, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Charles Darwin Research Station, explore the striking landscape at Las Grietas, explore the activities along Laguna las Ninfas, and enjoy the sand and surf at Playa de los Alemanes.

For photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Puerto Ayora road trip planning website.

Traveling by ferry from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Puerto Ayora takes 3.5 hours. In March, daily temperatures in Puerto Ayora can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.