Tour
Duration: 15 days
Day
1
Depart USA
Overnight flight to Santiago, Chile.
Day
2
Arrive Santiago*
On arrival at Santiago airport your are met and
transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon our guided
sightseeing tour includes the Club Hipico, and many
buildings which trace the city's heritage. Then on to
'La Moneda', the Cathedral, National Museum and more.
Next we cross the Mapocho River to the San Cristobal
Hill with panoramic views of the capital and the Andes
in the background. We stop for a wine tasting at the
Enoteca, a wine museum, before driving through the
residential district of Vitacura, Las Condes and Santa
Maria de Manquehue en route back to our
hotel.
*Please note: An
entry Visa into Chile is required for all passengers at
a cost of US$100 cash only, payable directly on
arrival at the Airport.
Day
3
Santiago - Puerto
Montt - Puerto Varas We transfer to the airport for
our flight to Puerto Montt. On our arrival, enjoy a
sightseeing tour including the "Costanera" Avenue,
panoramic views of the city and its surroundings, plus a
visit to Angelmo Cove and its handicraft market. Next
off to Puerto Varas, Chile's main vacation resort, and a
city tour before reaching our hotel. Tonight, we dine at
a local restaurant. (Buffet breakfast/ Restaurant
dinner)
Day
4
Puerto Varas -
Peulla A morning drive along the south side of
Llanquihue Lake where Osorno and Calbuco Volcanos
dominate the scenery. We reach Petrohue to board our
catamaran for the two-hour sailing to Peulla, along the
blue-green waters of Todos los Santos Lake. On arrival
we transfer from the pier to our Swiss-style hotel.
(Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)
Day
5
Peulla - Puerto
Frias - Bariloche (2nights) Today we cross the Andes
and the border into Argentina over the Perez Rosales
pass reaching Puerto Frias. Here we board another
catamaran and sail on the Frias Lake to Puerto Alegre.
From here we're off to Puerto Blest for our crossing on
the Nahuel-Huapi Lake. Once we reach Puerto Panuelo pier
we drive to Argentine Bariloche for our two-night stay.
This evening dinner is at a local restaurant.
(Buffet
breakfast/ Restaurant dinner)
Day
6
Bariloche at
leisure Enjoy a full day at leisure to relax,
explore or book some optional excursions. This evening,
we will dine at a local restaurant. (Buffet breakfast/
Restaurant dinner)
Day
7
Bariloche - Buenos
Aires (3nights) Sightseeing - A morning transfer to
the airport for our flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
On our arrival we transfer to the hotel. In the
afternoon, guided sightseeing begins with a stop at the
Plaza de Mayo with the pink colored Casa Rosada, and we
see the balcony where Eva Peron and her husband used to
address the crowds below. Next, we see the Cabildo (town
hall) and Metropolitan Cathedral before heading to the
districts of San Telmo and La Boca, with a visit to the
cemetery of Recoleta, the burial site of Eva Duarte who
became famous as Eva Peron. We continue along Avenida 9
de Julio, the widest avenue in the world, and more.
Finally, a stop at Palermo and on to our hotel. (Buffet
breakfast)
Day
8
Buenos Aires at
leisure A full day at leisure to explore, shop or
book some optional excursions. (Buffet
breakfast)
Day
9
Buenos Aire -
Montevideo We embark on an exciting full day
excursion by hydrofoil to beautiful Montevideo,
Uruguay's capital. Admire its unique modern architecture
on our sightseeing tour as well as, the "Old City"
Constitution Square, Cathedral, Colonial Town Hall, the
"Prado", Rose Garden, the monument "La Diligencia" and
more. During our tour we'll enjoy lunch at a typcial
restaurant. Next, we head to Montevideo Hill for
panoramic views of Montevideo Bay and "Old Colonial
Fortress" before our return to port and reboard our
hydrofoil back to Buenos Aires. (Buffet breakfast/
Lunch)
Day
10
Buenos Aires
Iguassu Falls (2nights) A morning transfer to the
airport for our flight to Iguassu. Upon arrival, we
transferred to our hotel which overlooks the famous
Iguassu Falls. After check-in we board our coach for a
drive to the Argentine side to explore this side of the
famous falls. After our return to the hotel, the rest of
your day and evening are at leisure.
(Buffet
breakfast/ Dinner)
Day
11
Iguassu Falls
A morning drive to the Brazilian side of these
magnificent natural waterfalls, which are bigger and
even more breathtaking than Niagara Falls! Here we enjoy
a walking tour with a local guide. Cameras at the ready
for this is truly one of the natural wonders of the
world with its constant roar and showering spray making
it a memorable experience not to be missed at any cost!
There is also a chance to take an amazing optional
helicopter trip over the very mouth of these most
spectacular falls. Tonight, there is an included
barbecue dinner at a local restaurant. (Buffet
breakfast/ Dinner in Iguassu)
Day
12
Iauassu Falls -
Rio de Janeiro (3nights) After breakfast you are
free to explore the falls from the Brazilian side. This
afternoon we are transferred to the airport for our
flight to Rio de Janerio, one of the most exciting
cities in the world. On arrival we are taken to our
hotel with time to check-in and relax. Later, you may
wish to explore or go shopping. Tonight, why not check
out the restaurants or visit a Samba club! (Buffet
breakfast)
Day
13
Rio de Janeiro
sightseeing & at lisure Today's highlight is a
visit to the Corcovado, the mountain upon which stands
the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. En route we see
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, and the traditional Cosme
Velho. Here we take a cogwheel train to the 122 foot
high statue of Christ the Redeemer. Time to take in this
breathtaking panorama before an exciting descent. Next,
we visit the commercial city center where we enjoy lunch
at the famous Churrascaria Barra Grill. Then, the rest
of your day is at leisure to explore, maybe visit the
Naive Art Museum! This evening, why not take an optional
'Rio by night' excursion including dinner and visit to
the Plataforma Samba Show, a lively and colourful
folklore and carnival show?
(Buffet breakfast/
Lunch)
Day
14
Rio de Jameiro -
Sugar Loaf Mountain excursion This morning we enjoy
a half day guided sightseeing tour including the main
city sights. Next, the highlight of our day is
breathtaking ride by cable car to the summit of 1,300
foot Sugar Loaf Mountain. From here enjoy spectacular
views of the city including the Corcovado to Guanabara
Bay and Niteroi Bridge. After we descend, we drive along
the Leblon and famous Ipanema beaches. Your afternoon is
at leisure to explore or enjoy a shopping spree!
Remember, every night is carnival night in Rio, so let
your hair down on the final evening of your exciting
tour and enjoy! (Buffet breakfast)
Day
15
Rio de Janeiro -
USA 'Adeus' to Rio as we transfer to the airport for
our return flight to America. Arrival in Miami will be
on the same day. (Buffet breakfast)
Please note: LAND
ONLY price does not include flights-
Miami/
Santiago de Chile/ Puerto Montt/ Bariloche/ Buenos
Aires/ Iguassu Falls/ Rio de Janeiro/
Miami
