Brazil, Easter Island Tour

Arrival at Galeão, Rio de Janeiro International Airport, assistance with transfer to your hotel.

Check in at your hotel and enjoy some free time around the legendary beach of Copacabana.

(Check-in available after 2pm. Early check-in may be possible upon availability).

In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of Rio’s iconic beaches, including Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. Later in the afternoon, ride the cable car up to the peak of the Sugarloaf Mountain, and enjoy the sunset over the amazing scenery of Rio's background.

Free evening.

Overnight at your hotel in Rio de Janeiro.

Early in the morning, hop on the train up the rack railway to the Corcovado Mountain for a spectacular glimpse of Rio, and an up-close look at the majestic statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Then, visit the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa and marvel at its architectural and cultural charms.

Free afternoon. Relax at the beach, keep exploring the busy city, visit the modern Museum of Tomorrow (Museu do Amanhã) or the Museum of Fine Arts (Museu Nacional de Belas Artes) (not included).

Free evening.

Overnight at your hotel in Rio de Janeiro.

Embark on an adventurous Jeep tour through Tijuca National Forest, the largest urban rainforest in the world. Discover lush trails, hidden waterfalls, and panoramic viewpoints while spotting tropical wildlife in this natural oasis within Rio.

Enjoy a free afternoon in Rio de Janeiro to explore at your own pace—whether it's relaxing on the iconic beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, shopping in local boutiques, or savoring Brazilian cuisine at a seaside café. Optional excursions, like a favela tour or a samba show, offer deeper insights into the city's vibrant soul.

Free evening in Rio.

Overnight at your hotel in Rio de Janeiro.

Morning transfer to Rio de janeiro's airport with assistance with check in.

Direct flight to Foz do Iguazu (2h). Upon arrival transfer to you hotel in Foz do Iguazu.

In the afternoon, visit the stunning Iguazu Falls National Park. Officialy put on the map in 1541, the giant waterfall system runs over 1.7 miles (2.7 km) with impressive drops from 200 feet (60 m) to 269 feet (82 m). Iguazu Falls are higher than Niagara Falls and almost twice as wide.

Free evening.

Overnight at your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu.

After breakfast at your hotel, your morning tour will take you to the Argentinean side of Iguazu, where most of the falls are located. Walk along a series of boardwalks to catch spectacular views of the falls and the occasional monkeys and toucans that inhabit the nearby forest.

Cross the border back to your hotel in Brazil in the afternoon.

Free evening.

Overnight at your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu.

In the morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Santiago (3 hours if direct flight, 8 hours if flight with stop-over in Saõ Paulo).

Transfer to your hotel in downtown Santiago.

Free evening and overnight in Santiago. 

Early morning transfer from your hotel to Santiago international airport (25 min). 

Flight to Hanga Roa, Easter Island's capital (5 hours). 

Arrival early in the afternoon at Mataveri International Airport and transfer to your hotel (10 min). 

Free afternoon to relax by the hotel's pool and explore the town of Hanga Roa (15 min walking distance). 

After dinner, transfer by car to Vai te Mihi (10 min) for your Maori Tupuna dance show (50 min). 

You will enjoy an immersive evening of Rapa Nui culture featuring:

• Takona – pigments, with symbolic designs once used in rituals and celebrations. Costumes available for memorable photos.
• Umu Ceremony – Witness the ancestral cooking method where food is steamed underground with hot stones and banana leaves. Taste the rich flavors of this traditional feast.
• Hoko Dance – A powerful warrior dance performed with rhythmic chants and bold movements, showcasing the Takona face paintings and the strength of Rapa Nui heritage.

Transfer back to your hotel. 

Overnight at your hotel. 

Your day begins with a journey to Puna Pau, a small crater of red volcanic scoria. This was the quarry where the Pukao—the stone hats or topknots placed on the moai—were carved. Learn about the unique material and the techniques used to create these iconic symbols of Rapa Nui culture.

Next, visit Ahu Akivi, one of the few platforms where the moai face the ocean. According to oral tradition, these seven moai represent the scouts sent by King Hotu Matu’a before his arrival on the island. Their positioning and orientation make this site especially significant.

Conclude the morning at Ahu Huri a Urenga, a striking platform that features a single standing moai with a rare and fascinating detail—20 fingers. The site is also aligned with the winter solstice, and serves as a ceremonial location tied to ancient Rapa Nui astronomical knowledge.

In the afternoon, visit of the Vinapu archaeological complex, known for its impressive stonework. The carefully cut basalt slabs used in the platform construction bear a remarkable resemblance to the masonry of the Inca in Cusco. This connection continues to intrigue archaeologists and visitors alike.

From there, continue to the ceremonial village of Orongo, located on the rim of the majestic Rano Kau volcano. In ancient times, this was the center of the Birdman Ceremony—a ritual contest to determine leadership among Rapa Nui tribes. Explore the remains of stone dwellings and learn about the spiritual and political significance of this unique tradition.

The tour concludes with a breathtaking view from the crater of Rano Kau, a natural amphitheater filled with lush vegetation and one of the most stunning vistas on the island.

Transfer back to your hotel. 

Free evening. 

Overnight at your hotel. 

Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel in the town of Hanga Roa. We set out toward the southeastern and northeastern coasts of the island, starting with a visit to Ahu Akahanga, a remarkable site composed of 4 ceremonial platforms, 12 moai statues, and 8 pukao (topknots). This site also offers a view of one of the best-preserved ancient villages on the island.

Next, we continue to the Rano Raraku volcanic crater, formed from consolidated volcanic ash. This iconic site served as the main quarry for the moai statues and is home to 397 moai in various stages of completion—offering a striking visual record of Rapa Nui sculpture and craftsmanship. After exploring the crater, we’ll enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch on its scenic slopes.

Following lunch, we visit Ahu Tongariki, the island’s most impressive and largest ceremonial platform. This majestic site features 15 towering moai aligned in a row, restored after being toppled by a tsunami in 1960.

Our next stop is Ahu Te Pito Kura, where the remnants of the tallest moai ever transported and erected on a platform, Moai Paro, can be seen. Though no longer standing, the massive statue—once 10 meters tall and weighing 85 tons, with a pukao of 11.5 tons—lies in three distinct pieces. Nearby is Te Pito o Te Henua, the "Navel of the World"—a legendary spherical stone said to have been brought by the island’s first king, Hotu Matu’a.

The final destination of the day is the stunning Anakena Beach, known for its white coral sands, swaying palm trees, and crystal-clear waters. This beach is not only a place of natural beauty but also of great archaeological significance. Here, you’ll find Ahu Nau Nau, a ceremonial platform with 5 moai wearing pukao and intricate petroglyphs carved into their backs and surrounding stones. Notably, an extraordinary white coral eye with a red scoria pupil—discovered during excavations—is now housed in the island’s museum.

We’ll take time to relax, swim, or simply enjoy the serene atmosphere of Anakena. The duration of our stay here will depend on the weather and the energy of the group before we return to Hanga Roa.

Free evening. 

Overnight at your hotel.

Free morning for shopping or relaxing at the hotel's pool. 

After lunch, transfer to Mataveri airport with your guide. 

Assistance with boarding formalities and check-in. 

Flight to Santiago (5 hours). 

Arrival in the evening at Santiago international airport and transfer to your hotel downtown (30 min).

Overnight at your hotel. 

At the indicated time transfer to Santiago International Airport to board your return flight home. (Late check out not included and upon availability).