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.

Get in touch with nature at Baia do Sancho and Conceicao Beach. Family-friendly places like Praia do Sueste and Praia do Leão will thrill your kids. Spend the 19th (Thu) exploring nature at Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park. Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Baia dos Porcos, enjoy the sand and surf at Ponta das Caracas, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and trek along Trilha Costa Esmeralda.

To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Fernando de Noronha online trip itinerary builder.

Madison, USA to Fernando de Noronha is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Madison to Fernando de Noronha is 4 hours. Traveling from Madison in January, expect Fernando de Noronha to be much hotter, temps between 85°F and 77°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Porto de Galinhas.

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

Visiting Muro Alto Beach and Cupe beach will get you outdoors. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Vila de Porto de Galinhas Beach and Pontal de Maracaipe. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Porto de Galinhas: Praia dos Carneiros (in Tamandare) and Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue (in Recife). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Piscinas Naturais de Porto de Galinhas, see Off-Road Tours, kick back and relax at Enseadinha Beach, and see what you can catch with Experiencing Porto.

To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Porto de Galinhas trip itinerary site.

Traveling by flight from Fernando de Noronha to Porto de Galinhas takes 3 hours. Traveling from Fernando de Noronha to Porto de Galinhas, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 85°F in January, and nighttime lows around 77°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can catch the flight 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.

Attractions like Copacabana Beach and Barra da Tijuca Beach make great kid-friendly stops. Take a break from the city and head to Praia de Ipanema and Pedra do Arpoador. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia de Grumari, get outside with Leblon Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Praia do Flamengo, and take in nature's colorful creations at Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Rio de Janeiro trip planner.

Fly from Porto de Galinhas to Rio de Janeiro in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In January in Rio de Janeiro, expect temperatures between 89°F during the day and 76°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Paraty.

Gazing out over a bay of tiny tropical islands, with rainforests climbing mountains in the background, it's easy to see why tourism in Paraty gets more popular by the year.

Step out of the city life by going to Centro Historico and Praia do Cachadaco. Family-friendly places like Saco do Mamangua Beach and Lula Beach will thrill your kids. Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Sono Beach and tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia do Cepilho.

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You can drive from Rio de Janeiro to Paraty in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to travel to Ilha Grande.

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

Kids will enjoy Lopes Mendes Beach and Dois Rios Beach. Escape the urban bustle at Lagoa Azul and Caxadaco Beach. Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Aventureiro and tour the pleasant surroundings at Passaterra Beach.

For where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Ilha Grande travel itinerary planner.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Paraty to Ilha Grande in 3 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and ferry. In February, plan for daily highs up to 90°F, and evening lows to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Florianopolis.

Divided between island and mainland, the distinctive city of Florianopolis charms visitors on first arrival with its impressive skyline.

Get outdoors at Praia Mole and Praia do Campeche. Bring the kids along to Beto Carrero World and Jurere Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florianopolis: Guarda do Embau Beach (in Palhoca), Praia das Laranjeiras (in Balneario Camboriu) and Guarda do Embau (Pedra do Urubu & Prainha Beach). Next up on the itinerary: kick back and relax at Lagoinha do Leste and stroll through Praia da Armacao.

To find more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Florianopolis vacation app.

You can do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight from Ilha Grande to Florianopolis in 8 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, car, and bus. When traveling from Ilha Grande in February, plan for little chillier days in Florianopolis, with highs around 85°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 72°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can 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.

Attractions like Parque 3 de Febrero and Cementerio de la Recoleta make great kid-friendly stops. The adventure continues: take a stroll through Puerto Madero, ponder the world of politics at Casa Rosada, get to know the fascinating history of Calle Defensa, and make a trip to Plaza de Mayo.

For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Buenos Aires tour planner.

Traveling by flight from Florianopolis to Buenos Aires takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. February in Buenos Aires sees daily highs of 81°F and lows of 69°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Puerto Ayora.

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

Bring the kids along to Galapagos Beach at Tortuga Bay and El Garrapatero. Step out of the city life by going to Charles Darwin Research Station and El Chato - Giant Tortoise Reserve. Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa de los Alemanes, explore the activities along Laguna las Ninfas, get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour, and soak in style at Siluet Derm Spa.

To find other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Puerto Ayora vacation planning website.

Traveling by combination of flight, ferry, and bus from Buenos Aires to Puerto Ayora takes 18 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Buenos Aires to Puerto Ayora is minus 2 hours. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Buenos Aires in February, with highs in Puerto Ayora at 87°F and lows at 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to ride a ferry to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

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

Kids will enjoy Puerto Chino Beach and Playa Punta Carola. Escape the urban bustle at Eco-Challenger Galapagos Tour Agency and Playa Mann. Spend the 8th (Wed) exploring nature at Cerro Tijeretas. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Cerro Brujo, learn more about the world around you at Interpretation Center, stroll through Playa de Oro, and take in the dramatic natural features at Punta Pitt.

For maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno travel planning website.

You can ride a ferry from Puerto Ayora to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno in 3.5 hours. March in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 75°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.