South America:Brazil
Brazil, Argentina & Chile
Tour Highlights:
- Experience classic city sojourns in Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires and Santiago
- Marvel at Iguassu Falls from the Brazil & Argentine sides.
- Enjoy Argentina’s seductive dance, the Tango.
- Stay in Bariloche & Puerto Varas, the Andean Lake District’s fabulous lakeside resorts.
- Travel one of world’s great travel “musts”, the classic Andean Lakes Crossing from Chile to Argentina.
Day 1: Arrive Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro, the city of mountains and sea, samba and carnival, and a relaxed way of life. You are transferred to your hotel where this afternoon, your orientation begins with a cable car ascent of Sugar Loaf Mountain, a tour of city sights, and a ride along the world-famous beaches. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – ocean view room
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro
Head out this morning in an open-topped, 4x4 jeep. Weave through Tijuca Forest’s tropical flora, waterfalls and lagoons. Reach the summit of Corcovado by cogswheel train for grand views from the statue of Christ. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – ocean view room (B)
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro
The day is at leisure to relax on the beach or linger at sidewalk cafes or take in an optional tour. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – ocean view room (B)
Day 4: Rio de Janeiro / Iguassu Falls
Fly this morning to Iguassu Falls, a wonder of tropical nature, vistas, and 275 thundering cascades. Transfer your hotel overlooking this unforgettable scene. Then set out on a walking tour on the Brazilian side to strategic overlooks at a variety of levels. Hotel Das Cataratas (B)
Day 5: Iguassu Falls / Buenos Aires, Argentina
Visit Iguassu from the Argentine side for a more extensive experience of the falls and surrounding rainforest. Walk along the upper trails and take a train ride to the crashing spray of Devil’s Throat, and follow boardwalks to the brink of the falls, for many fantastic views. Then fly to Buenos Aires. Sofitel Buenos Aires (B)
Day 6: Buenos Aires
Take in the city highlights on a morning tour, from the Presidential Palace to La Recoleta cemetery, and La Boca Italian neighborhood with its bright fishermen’s houses and artists’ quarter. Tonight enjoy an Argentine dinner and tango show, the seductive dance rich in folklore and tradition. Sofitel Buenos Aires (B,D)
Day 7: Buenos Aires
Today is at leisure to enjoy the city’s distinguished museums, Colon Opera House, and world-class shopping, or take in an optional tour. Sofitel Buenos Aires (B)
Day 8 & 9: Bariloche
Fly to the Swiss-style town of Bariloche in the heart of the Lake District. En route to your hotel, journey the Short Circuit and weave through glorious mountain scenery to the glacial lakes, gorges, rivers and peaks. Enjoy your splendid lakeside resort where in addition to their spa, sailboards, canoes, and mountain bikes are provided for guests’ use. Optional tours allow you to venture into the picturesque village of Bariloche or to explore the nearby lakes and forests. Llao Llao – studio lake view room (B-daily)
Day 10: Andean Lakes Crossing to Puerto Varas, Chile
Travel by bus and boat on one of the great scenic excursions of South America, a crossing of Andean Lakes to Chile. Sail across Lake Nahuel Huapi, crossing the Continental Divide to Peulla in Chile, a small village nestled in the mountains. After lunch, continue your Lake Crossing with a catamaran ride along Todos los Santos Lake, surrounded by dense forest and massive snowy peaks. Admire the blue-green Petrohue falls, then proceed to your hotel overlooking Lake Llanquihue and Osorno Volcano. Cabanas del Lago (B,L)
Day 11: Puerto Varas / Puerto Montt / Santiago
Tour Puerto Varas village, known for its roses and Baroque church, a replica of one in Germany’s Black Forest, before flying to Santiago. Plaza El Bosque Park & Suites (B)
Day 12: Santiago
This morning, tour some classic city landmarks – the atmospheric old quarter, European-style districts, and Spanish churches, gardens and government palaces. Plaza El Bosque Park & Suites (B)
Day 13: Santiago / Depart
Today is at leisure for independent activities or take an optional tour. Your room is available for day use, until your evening transfer to the airport for your overnight flight. Plaza El Bosque Park & Suites (day room) (B)
Rates/Departures:
Brazil, Argentina & Chile | Double | Single Supplement | Comments |
| Jan 01 - Aug 31, 2010 | $5890 | $3990 | |
| Sep 01 - Oct 31, 2010 | $5590 | $3990 | |
| Internal Airfare (sample fare) | $900 | N/A | Airfare subject to change until ticketed |
Rates are for land arrangements only. Airfares are not included unless specifically mentioned in inclusions and can be quoted separately. Rates are per person, in US dollars, and based on two people sharing a room. Valid Jan. 01 – Dec. 21, 2010, unless otherwise noted. The single supplements indicated are based on a single room supplement after the two passenger minimum is met. For solo travelers, additional supplements will apply.