60 days in South America Itinerary

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 5th (Sun) exploring nature at Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park. Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Baia do Sancho, explore the fascinating underground world of Buraco da Raquel, stroll through Baia dos Golfinhos, and explore the striking landscape at Morro dois Irmaos.

To see ratings, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, go to the Fernando de Noronha trip planner.

Krasnodar, Russia to Fernando de Noronha is an approximately 30-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Moscow Standard Time (MSK) to Fernando de Noronha Standard Time (FNT) is minus 5 hours. Traveling from Krasnodar in November, things will get much hotter in Fernando de Noronha: highs are around 35°C and lows about 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to fly to Rio de Janeiro.

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: pause for some photo ops at Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer, kick back and relax at Barra da Tijuca Beach, take in the awesome beauty at Pedra da Gavea, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Copacabana Beach.

For more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Rio de Janeiro online tour planner.

You can fly from Fernando de Noronha to Rio de Janeiro in 7 hours. The time zone difference moving from Fernando de Noronha Standard Time (FNT) to Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) is minus 1 hour. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Fernando de Noronha in November since evenings lows in Rio de Janeiro dip to 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can travel to Ilha Grande.

A tumultuous and unsavory history has kept Ilha Grande relatively undeveloped and free of the trappings of the modern world.

Ilha Grande is known for beaches, nature, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the awesome beauty at Pico do Papagaio, enjoy the sand and surf at Dois Rios Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Grande das Palmas Beach, and identify plant and animal life at Aquamarina Mergulho.

For maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Ilha Grande trip planner.

Traveling by combination of bus and ferry from Rio de Janeiro to Ilha Grande takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. In November, daytime highs in Ilha Grande are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to travel to Foz do Iguacu.

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.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): take in the dramatic scenery at Iguazu Falls. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the spiritual surroundings of Buddhist Temple, then get to know the resident critters at Parque das Aves Bird Park, and then admire the engineering at Itaipu Dam.

For maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, use the Foz do Iguacu visit planning tool.

You can do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight from Ilha Grande to Foz do Iguacu in 8.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, car, and bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in November, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough to drive to Iguazu National Park.

Iguazu National Park contains 672 sq km (259 sq mi) of fertile subtropical forests, but its main attraction is the majestic Iguazu Falls.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sat): take in the dramatic scenery at Iguazu Falls. Here are some ideas for day two: step off the mainland to explore Isla San Martin, admire the sheer force of Salto San Martin, and then identify plant and animal life at Salto Bernabe Mendez.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Iguazu National Park trip itinerary website.

Traveling by car from Foz do Iguacu to Iguazu National Park takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in November, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to fly to Buenos Aires.

Cultural capital of South America, Buenos Aires remains one of the largest cities on the continent, serving as a point of departure for exploring the rest of the country.

Buenos Aires is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll the grounds of Cementerio de la Recoleta, admire the masterpieces at Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, try your luck at Hipodromo Argentino de Palermo, and look for gifts at El Ateneo Grand Splendid.

To find other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Buenos Aires trip planner.

You can fly from Iguazu National Park to Buenos Aires in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Iguazu National Park in November, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Buenos Aires: temperatures range from 28°C by day to 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) to allow time to fly to Santiago.

Santiago tourism thrives largely thanks to the city's big selection of cultural and entertainment options, including museums, theaters, restaurants, bars, and giant malls.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Santiago: Pirque (Concha y Toro & Vina El Principal), Matetic Vineyards (in Lagunillas) and Vinedos Veramonte (in Casablanca). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Cerro Santa Lucia, get engrossed in the history at Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, take in the pleasant sights at Plaza de Armas, and stop by Patio Bellavista.

To find traveler tips, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Santiago road trip planner.

You can fly from Buenos Aires to Santiago in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Buenos Aires to Santiago is minus 1 hour. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Machu Picchu.

A symbol of the Incan civilization, the abandoned city of Machu Picchu represents a must-see on a Peru vacation.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Fri): delve into the distant past at Winay Wayna. On the 9th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the ancient world of Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu.

For photos, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Machu Picchu vacation maker tool.

You can fly from Santiago to Machu Picchu in 6.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Santiago to Machu Picchu is minus 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to drive to Cusco.

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: Maras (Moray & Salinas de Maras) and Pisac (in Pisac). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Sacsayhuaman, examine the collection at Museo de Arte Precolombino, take in the spiritual surroundings of Qorikancha, and admire the striking features of Centro Historico De Cusco.

To find out how to plan a trip to Cusco, use our trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Machu Picchu to Cusco takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. In December, daytime highs in Cusco are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can travel to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

The capital of the Galapagos Islands, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is located on easternmost island of the archipelago, San Cristobal.

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is known for sightseeing, wildlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: discover the deep blue sea with Eco-Challenger Galapagos Tour Agency, tour the pleasant surroundings at Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado, get a new perspective on nature at Interpretation Center, and enjoy the sand and surf at Cerro Brujo.

To find more things to do, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno journey builder app.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Cusco to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Traveling from Cusco in December, you will find days in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno are somewhat warmer (32°C), and nights are much hotter (26°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to catch the ferry to Puerto Ayora.

The largest settlement in the Galapagos, Puerto Ayora offers visitors to the islands an array of facilities and things to do.

Puerto Ayora is known for parks, wildlife, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: race across the water with a speed boat tour, take in the exciting artwork at Samay Latin Art, experience rural life at Highland View Galapagos, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Galapagos Beach at Tortuga Bay.

For other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Puerto Ayora itinerary builder app.

Getting from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Puerto Ayora by ferry takes about 3.5 hours. December in Puerto Ayora sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.