32 days in South America Itinerary

You're in for a treat on your beach holiday to Porto de Galinha.

Relax by the water at Muro Alto Beach and Pontal de Maracaipe. Get outdoors at Vila de Porto de Galinhas Beach and Praia dos Carneiros. Change things up with a short trip to Ricardo Brennand Institute in Recife (about 1h 15 min away).

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Santa Maria, USA to Porto de Galinhas is an approximately 27-hour combination of flight and car. Traveling from Santa Maria to Porto de Galinhas, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Santa Maria in February, you will find days in Porto de Galinhas are somewhat warmer (86°F), and nights are warmer (77°F). On the 27th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Fernando de Noronha.

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.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Fundacao Projeto Tamar - Fernando de Noronha and Shark Museum. Visiting Baia do Sancho and Praia do Cacimba do Padre will get you outdoors. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia do Sueste, kick back and relax at Conceicao Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, and take an in-depth tour of Fernando de Noronha Memorial.

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You can fly from Porto de Galinhas to Fernando de Noronha in 3 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Porto de Galinhas to Fernando de Noronha is 1 hour. In February, daily temperatures in Fernando de Noronha can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 77°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Sao Paulo.

Don't let the city's nickname--"Land of Drizzle"--dampen your spirits during a trip to Sao Paulo.

On the 5th (Sun), walk around Parque Ibirapuera, then explore the world behind art at Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo Assis Chateaubriand - MASP, and then explore the world behind art at Pinacoteca do Estado de Sao Paulo. Here are some ideas for day two: browse the fresh offerings at Mercado Municipal de São Paulo, then take a stroll through Liberdade, then don't miss a visit to Paulista Avenue, and finally wander the streets of Jardins District.

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You can fly from Fernando de Noronha to Sao Paulo in 7 hours. The time zone changes from Fernando de Noronha Standard Time (FNT) to Brasilia Standard Time (BRT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Fernando de Noronha in March; daily highs in Sao Paulo reach 81°F and lows reach 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Copacabana Beach and Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro. Get in touch with nature at Praia de Ipanema and Parque Nacional Tijuca. Take a break from Rio de Janeiro with a short trip to Cristo in Guapore, about 19 hours away. There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer, enjoy the sand and surf at Pedra do Arpoador, see where the action happens at Maracanã, and explore the world behind art at Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro.

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You can fly from Sao Paulo to Rio de Janeiro in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Sao Paulo in March; daily highs in Rio de Janeiro reach 87°F and lows reach 74°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) to allow time to fly 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.

On the 10th (Fri), trek along Sendero Macuco and then admire the sheer force of Iguazu Falls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Sat): get to know the resident critters at Parque das Aves Bird Park and then take in the dramatic scenery at Iguazu Falls.

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You can fly from Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguacu in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Rio de Janeiro in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Foz do Iguacu, with lows of 66°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to travel 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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Cementerio de la Recoleta and Puerto Madero. Let the collections at Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires and Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes capture your imagination. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Parque 3 de Febrero, explore the world behind art at Museo Nacional De Arte Decorativo, ponder the world of politics at Casa Rosada, and get to know the fascinating history of Calle Defensa.

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You can do a combination of shuttle and flight from Foz do Iguacu to Buenos Aires in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Foz do Iguacu in March, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Buenos Aires: temperatures range from 77°F by day to 64°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Los Glaciares National Park.

A World Heritage Site, Los Glaciares National Park contains a giant ice cap that feeds 47 vast glaciers.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): explore the striking landscape at Perito Moreno Glacier.

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Traveling by flight from Buenos Aires to Los Glaciares National Park takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Buenos Aires in March, you will find days in Los Glaciares National Park are colder (55°F), and nights are a bit cooler (53°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough 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.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Fri): explore the galleries of Centro Cultural Palacio de la Moneda y Plaza de la Ciudadania, then admire the masterpieces at Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, then admire the striking features of Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana), and finally see the interesting displays at Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos. Keep things going the next day: take some stellar pictures from Sky Costanera, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at San Cristóbal Hill, then examine the collection at La Chascona, and finally don't miss a visit to Cerro Santa Lucia.

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Traveling by flight from Los Glaciares National Park to Santiago takes 12.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Argentina Standard Time (ART) to Chile Standard Time (CLT) is minus 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Cartagena.

The site of the continent's first Spanish colony, Cartagena retains much of its colonial flavor thanks to a World Heritage-listed old town, encircled by old walls and protected by imposing fortresses.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sun): explore the historical opulence of Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas.

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Traveling by flight from Santiago to Cartagena takes 11.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or drive. The time zone changes from Chile Standard Time (CLT) to Colombia Standard Time (COT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. In March in Cartagena, expect temperatures between 89°F during the day and 77°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can fly to Bogota.

Colombia's heart and soul, Bogota has earned the nickname "Athens of South America" thanks to its abundance of universities, libraries, and lower-level schools.

On the 21st (Tue), admire the masterpieces at Museo Botero del Banco de la Republica and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Sal de Zipaquira. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Museo Nacional de Colombia and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Monserrate.

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Fly from Cartagena to Bogota in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cartagena in March, things will get cooler in Bogota: highs are around 68°F and lows about 48°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Sacsayhuaman and Sacred Valley of the Incas are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Visit Plaza de Armas and San Blas for their historical value. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Museo Inka, steep yourself in history at Choquequirao Archeological Park, admire the masterpieces at Museo de Arte Precolombino, and look for gifts at Hilo.

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Traveling by flight from Bogota to Cusco takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Cusco are 68°F, while nighttime lows are 46°F. On the 25th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Machu Picchu.

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

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sun): explore the ancient world of Winay Wayna, don't miss a visit to Intipuncu, and then steep yourself in history at Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu.

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Traveling by car from Cusco to Machu Picchu takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.