60 days in South America Itinerary
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Start: London, United Kingdom
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Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
— 8 nights
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Joao Pessoa, Brazil
— 2 nights
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Salvador, Brazil
— 5 nights
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Palmas, Brazil
— 2 nights
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
— 7 nights
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Curitiba, Brazil
— 5 nights
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Foz do Iguacu, Brazil
— 3 nights
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Bento Goncalves, Brazil
— 7 nights
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Uyuni, Bolivia
— 5 nights
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Cusco, Peru
— 7 nights
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Medellin, Colombia
— 8 nights
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End: London, United Kingdom
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Fernando de Noronha, Brazil — 8 nights
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Emerald of the Atlantic
With 21 lush islands scattered among pristine waters in the Atlantic Ocean, a Fernando de Noronha holiday is well worth the effort it takes to get there.Spend the 28th (Tue) exploring nature at Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park. Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Baia do Sancho, tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia do Sueste, take in the dramatic natural features at Morro dois Irmaos, and get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
To find maps, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Fernando de Noronha trip planner.
London, UK to Fernando de Noronha is an approximately 22-hour flight. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Fernando de Noronha Standard Time (FNT), which is usually a -2 hour difference. Traveling from London in March, things will get much hotter in Fernando de Noronha: highs are around 35°C and lows about 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Joao Pessoa.
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Joao Pessoa, Brazil — 2 nights
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City Where the Sun Rises First
Situated at the very eastern tip of the Americas, Joao Pessoa is indeed, as its nickname suggests, "the city where the sun rises first." Known for its exceptional integration with nature, the city ranks as the greenest capital in Brazil, with countless parks and even an Atlantic rainforest reserve within its bounds.On the 29th (Wed), enjoy the sand and surf at Cabo Branco Beach, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Tambau Beach, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Jacare Beach. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Igreja Sao Francisco, enjoy the sand and surf at Coqueirinho Beach, and then kick back and relax at Tabatinga Beach.
To see photos, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Joao Pessoa attractions website.
Traveling by flight from Fernando de Noronha to Joao Pessoa takes 5.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Fernando de Noronha Standard Time (FNT) to Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) is minus 1 hour. In March, daily temperatures in Joao Pessoa can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Thu) so you can fly to Salvador.
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Salvador, Brazil — 5 nights
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Black Rome
Nowhere are the traditions of Brazil's African-background community as strong as in Salvador, the colorful, historical capital of Bahia state.Venture out of the city with trips to Praia do Forte (Projeto Tamar & Forte Beach). There's still lots to do: take a stroll through Pelourinho, examine the collection at Afro Brasileiro Museum, enjoy the sand and surf at Praia Farol da Barra, and admire the masterpieces at Museu de Arte Sacra da Universidade Federal da Bahia.
To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Salvador journey maker app.
Traveling by flight from Joao Pessoa to Salvador takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in March, and nighttime lows around 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Palmas.
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Palmas, Brazil — 2 nights
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A freshly founded city in the state of Tocantins, Palmas finds itself nestled between Amazon rainforest and seaside savanna, giving the city a varied landscape.Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): admire the sheer force of Tocantins Turismo, then relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour, and then take in breathtaking views at Agencia Universaltur Jalapao. Keep things going the next day: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.
To find ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Palmas holiday site.
Getting from Salvador to Palmas by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Palmas can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Rio de Janeiro.
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — 7 nights
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Marvelous City
Bustling with samba music and all-night street parties, no city encapsulates the spirit of Brazil better than Rio de Janeiro.Rio de Janeiro is known for sightseeing, beaches, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the history behind Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer, take some stellar pictures from Leblon Beach, stroll through Pedra do Arpoador, and explore the striking landscape of Parque Nacional Tijuca.
For where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read our Rio de Janeiro holiday planner.
Fly from Palmas to Rio de Janeiro in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Palmas, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Rio de Janeiro, ranging from highs of 33°C to lows of 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can fly to Curitiba.
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Curitiba, Brazil — 5 nights
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Ecological Capital of Brazil
The word "Brazil" isn't often mentioned in the same breath as "excellent urban planning"--except in Curitiba.Venture out of the city with trips to Quatro Barras (Serra da Baitaca State Park & Familia Fardo Vinicola). There's much more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Jardim Botanico de Curitiba, get engrossed in the history at Museu do Holocausto de Curitiba, visit Bairro de Santa Felicidade, and explore the world behind art at Museu Oscar Niemeyer.
For traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read Curitiba trip planner.
You can fly from Rio de Janeiro to Curitiba in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Rio de Janeiro in April; daily highs in Curitiba reach 26°C and lows reach 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can fly to Foz do Iguacu.
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Foz do Iguacu, Brazil — 3 nights
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Land of the Waterfalls
A gateway to the world-renowned Iguacu Falls, which spectacularly divide Brazil and Argentina, the modern, high-rise city of Foz do Iguacu can't help but play second fiddle to the natural wonder in its vicinity.Foz do Iguacu is known for nature, zoos & aquariums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the sheer force of Iguazu Falls, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Buddhist Temple, see human ingenuity at work at Itaipu Dam, and get to know the resident critters at Parque das Aves Bird Park.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Foz do Iguacu road trip planning website.
Getting from Curitiba to Foz do Iguacu by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Curitiba in April, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Foz do Iguacu: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to travel to Bento Goncalves.
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Bento Goncalves, Brazil — 7 nights
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Wine Capital of Brazil
Founded in 1875, the young city of Bento Goncalves boasts a rich recent history and attractions that tastefully complement its surrounding natural features.Venture out of the city with trips to Flores Da Cunha (Viapiana Winery & Vinicola Salvattore), Casa Recanto da Ferrovia (in Dois Lajeados) and Cristo (in Guapore). The adventure continues: learn about winemaking at Vinicola Cainelli, savor the flavors at Aurora Winery, steep yourself in history at Caminhos de Pedra, and brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Union Distillery Maltwhisky do Brasil.
For maps, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Bento Goncalves planner.
You can do a combination of flight and bus from Foz do Iguacu to Bento Goncalves in 6.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Uyuni.
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Uyuni, Bolivia — 5 nights
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Emptiness surrounds the desert outpost of Uyuni, the gateway to the world's largest salt flats.Change things up with a short trip to Pueblo Pulacayo in Potosi (about 40 minutes away). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Salar de Uyuni, get impressive views of Tunupa Volcano, step off the mainland to explore Isla Incahuasi, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.
To find reviews, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Uyuni vacation planner.
You can fly from Bento Goncalves to Uyuni in 13.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and car. The time zone difference moving from Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) to Bolivia Time (BOT) is minus 1 hour. In April in Uyuni, expect temperatures between 10°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Cusco.
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Cusco, Peru — 7 nights
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Imperial City
Capital of the Inca Empire for three centuries, World Heritage-listed Cusco is now a major tourist destination, drawing nearly 2 million annual tourists with its well-preserved colonial architecture and proximity to Machu Picchu.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cusco: Cerveceria Willkamayu (in Urubamba) and Winay Wayna (in Machu Picchu). On the 6th (Sat), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Spend the 9th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Sacsayhuaman, explore the world behind art at Museo de Arte Precolombino, explore the ancient world of Qorikancha, and take a stroll through San Blas.
For more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Cusco trip itinerary planner.
Fly from Uyuni to Cusco in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Uyuni to Cusco, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Uyuni in May, plan for much hotter days and about the same nights in Cusco: temperatures range from 24°C by day to 4°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Wed) to allow time for the flight to Medellin.
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Medellin, Colombia — 8 nights
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City of the Eternal Spring
Nestled between rising hills in a narrow valley, Medellin serves as an energetic melting pot of people from all socio-economic classes.On the 12th (Fri), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's still lots to do: fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, get your bearings at Biblioteca Publica Piloto, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and see the world from above with a helicopter tour.
To find photos, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Medellin route planner.
Fly from Cusco to Medellin in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Cusco, expect a bit warmer days and warmer nights in Medellin, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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