The capital of Peru, Lima, is one of the most popular cruise stop-offs on voyages to South America. A beautiful and vast country, Peru is also home to one of the most magical sights in the world: Machu Picchu. This Inca site was constructed in the 15th century and was later abandoned during the Spanish Conquest of the region. Today, it is one of the most popular tourist attraction sites in South America - offering travelers the opportunity to witness beautiful Inca architecture and the odd llama or two.

Another popular South American cruise destination is Buenos Aires - the largest city in Argentina. Buenos Aires is a magical and extremely diverse area and offers a range of exciting activities to keep cruisers entertained. From the trendy neighbourhood of Palermo to the stunning Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires, this is the ideal city to simply wander around and soak up the vibrant atmosphere.

Rio de Janeiro is one of the most instantly recognizable cityscapes in the world. Christ the Redeemer overlooks this bustling city that sprawls along the coastline with an archipelago of mountain-like islands off of the foreshore. As a destination its beauty is unquestionable.

Rio is a city which is colourful and fast-paced and it’ll sweep you off your feet before you know it. Highly regarded for its beaches, carnivals, tropical rainforests and passion for sport (particularly football!), Rio is a haven for visitors with a diversity of interests.

Visit Copacabana beach which was once a small fishing village but today is a flourishing destination full of beautiful, bronzed beach-goers playing volleyball and soccer on the 4.3km stretch of golden sand. Once night fall descends, vibrant bars and clubs come to life in this area of the city which is known as THE place to party.

Known as the Carnival capital of the world, if you time your visit to coincide with Rio Carnival, you certainly won’t be disappointed. Held in February over 5 days, it’s a gloriously loud and colorful celebration full of street parades, sequin-spangled dancers, cheering crowds and floats which are like works of art. The merry atmosphere is most definitely infectious and you’ll soon lose yourself in the throes of the party.

Explore the Latin American culture in Rio with a visit to one of the many art galleries and museums or even visit the Maracanã Stadium which expresses the nation’s love of football here. Up until recently, it held the title of the largest stadium in the world and the sheer size of it is sure to impress.

Rio is a haven for hikers and walkers; whether you want to find your way up Sugarloaf Mountain for an up-close look at Christ the Redeemer or go for a ramble through the Tijuca rainforest or stroll through the exotic botanical gardens, each outdoor adventure offers new treasures to uncover including astounding views, rare tropical plants, and unfamiliar wildlife.

Santos is a small town in the city of Sao Paulo situated in Brazil. Santos is one of the most appealing towns in all of Sao Paulo and is a very unique town. There is lots of history in this town that goes back for centuries. Santos looks like a newfound town and because it has all this history, it makes it a popular tourist destination.