Traveling to Central and South America is no small feat—but it’s an adventure worth every step! 🌍 If you’re planning a trip, why not explore multiple countries in one journey? Raya has put together a handy guide featuring visa policies for 12 must-visit destinations, along with breathtaking attractions that belong on everyone’s bucket list. Save this for your next spontaneous getaway! 👇
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🇵🇪 **Peru**
✅ **Visa:** No visa required if you hold a valid Schengen, UK, US, Canada, or Australian visa for over six months.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Lose yourself in the misty ruins of Machu Picchu, wander through the historic streets of Cusco, embark on thrilling Amazon rainforest adventures, and catch the awe-inspiring sunrise over Rainbow Mountain.
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🇦🇷 **Argentina**
✅ **Visa:** Travelers who have used a US B1/B2 or Schengen visa can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (AVE) and skip the visa process entirely.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Immerse yourself in Buenos Aires’ passionate tango culture, marvel at the majestic Iguazu Falls, and sip world-class wines at Mendoza’s picturesque vineyards.
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🇨🇱 **Chile**
✅ **Visa:** Visa-free entry if you possess a valid US, Canadian, or Schengen visa.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Stroll through Santiago’s vibrant neighborhoods, uncover the mysteries of Easter Island’s ancient statues, stargaze under the clearest skies in the Atacama Desert, and explore Valparaíso’s colorful coastal streets.
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🇧🇷 **Brazil**
✅ **Visa:** Required (but long-term visas are available).
📍 **Must-Visit:** Stand in awe beneath Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, and discover São Paulo’s stunning Museum of Modern Art.
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🇪🇨 **Ecuador**
✅ **Visa:** Required.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Wander through Quito’s enchanting Old Town, and experience the natural wonder of the Galápagos Islands.
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🇺🇾 **Uruguay**
✅ **Visa:** Conditional exemptions apply.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Soak up Montevideo’s seaside charm, and ride the waves during a unforgettable surfing session in Punta del Este.
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🇧🇴 **Bolivia**
✅ **Visa:** Available upon arrival.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Bargain for treasures at La Paz’s bustling Indian Market, and witness the surreal beauty of Salar de Uyuni—the “Mirror of the Sky.”
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🇨🇴 **Colombia**
✅ **Visa:** Visa-free entry if you hold a valid US or Schengen visa.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Step back in time in Cartagena’s colonial Old Town, and savor authentic coffee culture in Medellín.
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🇨🇺 **Cuba**
✅ **Visa:** Visa-free entry (though travel insurance and an entry card are necessary).
📍 **Must-Visit:** Tour Havana’s iconic cigar factory, and take a refreshing dip in Trinidad’s mesmerizing blue lake.
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🇲🇽 **Mexico**
✅ **Visa:** Required.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Explore Mexico City’s rich archaeological history, relax on Cancun’s pristine beaches, and uncover the secrets of the ancient Mayan ruins.
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🇨🇷 **Costa Rica**
✅ **Visa:** Visa-free entry if you hold a valid US, Canadian, Schengen, or Japanese visa.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Hike the lush trails around Arenal Volcano, and lose yourself in the ethereal beauty of Monteverde Cloud Forest.
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🇵🇦 **Panama**
✅ **Visa:** Visa-free entry if you hold a valid US, UK, Canadian, Australian, Schengen, Japanese, Korean, or Singaporean visa.
📍 **Must-Visit:** Cruise through the legendary Panama Canal, and unwind on the serene shores of the Bocas del Toro islands.
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🌍 **Popular Routes to South American Countries** 🌍
✈️ **Colombia:**
Beijing/Hong Kong – Paris – Bogotá
Shanghai – Amsterdam – Bogotá
✈️ **Brazil:**
Beijing/Shanghai – Addis Ababa – São Paulo
Guangzhou/Chengdu – Istanbul – São Paulo
✈️ **Argentina:**
Beijing/Shenzhen/Hong Kong – Frankfurt – Buenos Aires
Shanghai – Amsterdam – Buenos Aires
✈️ **Chile:**
Beijing/Shanghai/Hong Kong – Paris – Santiago
✈️ **Peru:**
Shanghai – Amsterdam – Lima
Beijing/Shanghai – Paris – Lima
…and many more!
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