Win a 21-day Inspiring South America tour*
All sightseeing, including entry fees, is covered as per the itinerary, and you'll be fully escorted by English-speaking guides (excluding internal flights). Your culinary needs are also taken care of with daily breakfast, four lunches, and two dinners, including a traditional Brazilian lunch at a local churrascaria, an all-you-can-eat barbeque.
Valued at up to $34,452, one subscriber and their companion will win a 21-day tour with Inspiring Vacations on either February 4, 2026 or June 17, 2026, including 18 nights of accommodation in 3 and 4 star hotels and return economy international flights.
The prize includes:
Return international airfares
Small, intimate group experience – no more than 20 people
Two days exploring Peru's Amazon Jungle
18 nights in 3 & 4-star hotels, including 2 nights at an eco-friendly Peruvian Amazon lodge
Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 2 dinners
All internal flights, coach, rail and boat transportation
Fully escorted by English-speaking guides in each region (excluding on internal flights)
Incredible sightseeing including entry fees as per itinerary
To enter this competition complete the form below and in 25 words or less, answer the question: 'Why would you love to tour South America with Inspiring Vacations?' Enter by Saturday, August 30 at 11:59pm AEDT to be in the running.
Make sure you're in the running to win the South American adventure of a lifetime.
Entrants must be able to travel on the tours commencing February 4, 2026 or June 17, 2026.
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