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Once the capital of the Inca Empire, this historic city is the gateway to the Sacred Valley of the Incas and one of the most important sites in indigenous Peruvian culture.

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Admire the outstanding and innovative architecture of this beautiful building and then venture inside for art exhibitions, movies and theatrical performances.

Experience fascinating ruins, bustling cities, magnificent landscapes, wild rivers and the Amazon jungle in the birthplace of the Inca Empire.

This energetic coastal city has a grandiose old town, superb art museums, pristine beaches and glitzy festivals, which celebrate its Afro-Brazilian roots.

Visit the main sights of Buenos Aires and Córdoba and explore the low prairies full of intriguing flora and fauna.

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Visit the main sights of Buenos Aires and Córdoba and explore the low prairies full of intriguing flora and fauna.

Resting on a tree-lined plaza in the historic center of the city, this 17th-century site is one of the oldest churches in Uruguay. 

With its futuristic Mayan pyramid-inspired design, this modern 20,000-capacity cathedral is a striking feature in the Rio de Janeiro cityscape.

With its futuristic Mayan pyramid-inspired design, this modern 20,000-capacity cathedral is a striking feature in the Rio de Janeiro cityscape.

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Visit a church and museum that stand on the site where São Paolo was established by Jesuits in the 16th century.  

Learn about the private and political life of former First Lady Evita Perón at this tribute to her accomplishments, influence and legacy.

Admire an impressive collection of colonial paintings and contemporary art by well-known national and Latin American artists in this historic mansion.

With its futuristic Mayan pyramid-inspired design, this modern 20,000-capacity cathedral is a striking feature in the Rio de Janeiro cityscape.

Marvel at some of Bolivia’s most awe-inspiring sights in this town surrounded by the country’s renowned salt-lined deserts of otherworldly beauty.

Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck. 

Visit a church and museum that stand on the site where São Paolo was established by Jesuits in the 16th century.  

The historical heart of La Paz is home to impressive colonial buildings, statues of prominent national figures and a museum colonial art.

The historical heart of La Paz is home to impressive colonial buildings, statues of prominent national figures and a museum colonial art.

Visit the main sights of Buenos Aires and Córdoba and explore the low prairies full of intriguing flora and fauna.

Visit a church and museum that stand on the site where São Paolo was established by Jesuits in the 16th century.