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0.0 > summary • Argentina Highlights > • 6 nights. 1 night in Buenos Aires 1 night in Ushuaia 2 nights in Calafate 2 nights in Buenos Aires Rates from US$784.00
• South America Connoisseur Experience > • 7 nights. 3 nights in Buenos Aires 2 nights in Iguassu Falls 2 nights in Rio de Janeiro Rates from US$542.00 per pax, in double room.
per pax, in double room.
• From Patagonia To Amazonia > • 16 nights. 1 night in Buenos Aires 1 night in Ushuaia 2 nights in Calafate 2 nights in Buenos Aires 2 nights in Foz do Iguaçu 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro 3 nights in Manaus 2 nights in Salvador Rates from US$2733.00 per pax, in double room.
• General Conditions >
• Dinner & Tango show bonus! (5 stars)
B | Brazil Highlights (5* option) • Complimentary farewell dinner (1 alfajores box, 1 bottle of wine, 1 San Telmo souvenir & 1 tango CD)
C | Argentina Highlights (5* option)
per pax, in double room.
• Brazil Highlights > • 9 nights. 2 nights in Iguassu Falls 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro 3 nights in Manaus 2 nights in Salvador Rates from US$1641.00
• Special deals > A | South America Connoisseur Experience
• Porteño Warming Giftset
• Patagonia Connoisseur Experience > • 8 nights. 1 night in Buenos Aires 2 nights in Puerto Madryn 1 night in Ushuaia 2 nights in El Calafate 2 nights in Buenos Aires Rates from US$1241.00
• Extensions > • Bariloche – 2 nights Rates from US$187.00 per pax, in double room • Bariloche (with Lake Crossing) – 2 nights Rates from US$428.00 per pax, in double room • El Calafate – 3 nights Rates from US$387.00 per pax, in double room • Mendoza – 2 nights Rates from US$264.00 per pax, in double room • Angra Dos Reis – 3 nights Rates from US$352.00 per pax, in double room • Parati – 3 nights Rates from US$263.00 per pax, in double room • Buzios – 3 nights Rates from US$191.00 per pax, in double room • Manaus – 3 nights Rates from US$1077.00 per pax, in double room • Salvador – 3 nights Rates from US$299.00 per pax, in double room
per pax, in double room.
• Around South America > • 17 nights. 2 nights in Santiago 2 nights in Rio de Janeiro 2 nights in Iguassu Falls 2 nights in Buenos Aires 1 night in Lima 3 nights in Cuzco 2 nights in Puno 3 nights in Quito Rates from US$2951.00 per pax, in double room.
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6 nights > 1 night in Buenos Aires Transfers in and out. > 1 night in Ushuaia Transfers in and out, half day Beagle Channel and half day Lapataia National Park SIB
> 2 nights in Calafate Transfers in and out, full day Perito Moreno SIB > 2 nights in Buenos Aires Transfers in and out, half day City Tour SIB
Domestic airfare from
Us$ 1822 + taxes *Airtickets subject to change
Overview Buenos Aires
The Argentina Highlights program is specially designed for those who want to have an overall view of the country, covering the most important destinations in Argentina. 4
Calafate
Ushuaia
Dates 17 January 2010 14 February 2010 14 March 2010 11 April 2010 09 May 2010 06 June 2010 12 September 2010 17 October 2010 14 November 2010
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Day 1 – Sunday – Buenos Aires Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure.
Day 2 – Monday – Buenos Aires/Ushuaia After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival in Ushuaia, meet and transfer to your hotel. Half Day tour Beagle Channel (SIB).
Day 3 – Tuesday – Ushuaia/Calafate After breakfast, half day tour to the Lapataia National Park (SIB). After the tour, transfer to the airport for your flight to Calafate. Upon arrival in Calafate, meet and transfer to your hotel.
Day 4 – Wednesday – Calafate After breakfast, full day tour to Perito Moreno Glacier (SIB), through the National Park, a beautiful drive of some two and a half hours.
Day 5 – Thursday – Calafate /Buenos Aires After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival meet and transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure.
Day 6 – Friday – Buenos Aires After breakfast, departure for a half day City Tour (SIB) with highlights of the city such as the National Congress, the Civic Center – Plaza de Mayo, the Government House (Casa Rosada), the Metropolitan Cathedral. Also visiting San Telmo neighborhood, La Boca, Puerto Madero and Recoleta.
Day 7 – Saturday – Buenos Aires After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your next destination.
What to take... • Tennis shoes, sandals, hiking boots • Sunglasses • Casual clothes according to weather • Personal medication
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10 nights > 2 nights in Iguassu Falls Breakfast, transfers in & out, Brazilian Falls (SIB) > 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day Sugar Loaf & beaches (SIB)
Breakfast, transfers in & out, M/V Desafio Cruise, full board > 2 nights in Salvador Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day Historical City Tour (SIB)
> 3 nights in Manaus
Domestic airfare from
Us$ 770 + taxes *Airtickets subject to change
Overview Manaus
The Brazil Highlights program is specially designed for those who want to have an overall view of the country, covering the most important destinations in Brazil. Salvador
Rio de Janeiro
Iguassu Falls
Dates 03 October 2009 07 November 2009 05 December 2009 23 January 2010 20 February 2010 20 March 2010 17 April 2010 15 May 2010 12 June 2010 10 July 2010 14 August 2010 18 September 2010 23 October 2010 20 November 2010
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Day 1 – Saturday – Iguazzu Falls
Day 8 – Saturday – Cruise
Arrival in Iguassu Falls and transfer (SIB) to the hotel of your choice. Balance of the day at leisure.
Breakfast on board. Visit to typical village of the area where the locals manufacture manioc flour. Lunch on board while navigating to the area of the famous Piranha fish. Departure for Piranha fishing. Dinner on board. Night excursion by canoe to spot alligators with flashlights. Overnight.
Day 2 – Sunday – Iguazzu Falls In the morning, departure to visit one of the wonders of the world: the Iguassu Falls from the Brazilian side (SIB). Return to the hotel. We also suggest Argentinean Falls as an optional.
Day 3 – Monday – Iguassu Falls/Rio de Janeiro After breakfast, transfer (SIB) to the airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival in Rio, transfer to the hotel of your choice.
Day 4 – Tuesday – Rio de janeiro In the morning, departure for the half day Sugar Loaf and City Tour (SIB) . Return to the hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. We recommend enjoying a night Brazilian Show with dinner.
Day 5 – Wednesday – Rio de Janeiro Day at leisure. Great opportunity to discover the tropical islands or the Corcovado.
Day 6 – Thursday – Rio de janeiro / Manaus / Cruise Departure to the airport to board flight to Manaus. Arrival and transfer to the docks to board the M/V Desafio. Beginning of the cruise with a view of the city from the Amazon River and the famous Meeting of the Waters of Solimões River and Negro River, not mixing for several kilometers until they form the Amazon River. Continuation. Reconnaissance tour in motorized canoes. Back to the boat for dinner and overnight.
Day 7 – Friday – Cruise After an early breakfast, excursion by boat to reach land. Walking orientation tour in the forest. Return and lunch on board. Afternoon free to enjoy the pea-ceful nature. Dinner. Night canoe trip to listen to the night sounds of the forest. Overnight.
Day 9 – Sunday – Cruise / Manaus / Salvador Early morning wake up to admire the sunrise in the forest. Return to the boat. Breakfast during navigation towards Manaus. Arrival at Manaus pier and transfer to the airport. Arrival in Salvador and transfer to the hotel.
Day 10 – Monday - Salvador After breakfast, departure to the Historical City Tour (SIB) visiting downtown, historical center and Pelourinho. Return to the hotel. We suggest: Half day visit to the beaches and modern part of the city; Bahia by Night with dinner and typical Brazilian northeastern folklore show.
Day 11 – Tuesday – Salvador At time to be decided, transfer to the airport.
What to take... Rainy season in the Amazon is from December to March • Tennis shoes, sandals • Sunglasses, suntan lotion • Casual clothes, t-shirts, shorts, bathing suit • Personal medication
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7 nights > 3 nights in Buenos Aires Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day City Tour (SIB) > 2 nights in Iguassu Falls
Falls (SIB) > 2 nights in Rio de Janeiro Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day Corcovado (SIB)
Domestic airfare from
Us$ 396 + taxes *Airtickets subject to change
Rio de Janeiro Iguassu Falls
Buenos Aires
4 Dates 16 October 2009 06 November 2009 20 November 2009 11 December 2009 22 January 2010 19 February 2010 12 March 2010 09 April 2010 07 May 2010 04 June 2010 13 August 2010 10 September 2010 15 October 2010 12 November 2010
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Day 1 – Buenos Aires Upon arrival, meet and greet by an English speaking guide and transfer in to the Hotel. Remaining of the day at leisure.
Day 2 – Buenos Aires Breakfast at hotel, then pick-up for a three hour city tour (SIB), with English speaking guide and return to the Hotel.
Day 3 – Buenos Aires Breakfast at the Hotel. Enjoy a day getting to know Buenos Aires on your own.
Day 4 – Buenos Aires / Iguassu Falls After breakfast at the Hotel, transfer out to the airport, with English speaking guide. Upon arrival in Puerto Iguazu, transfer in to the hotel on the Brazilian side, with English speaking guide private.
Day 5 – Iguassu Falls Breakfast at the Hotel, then pick-up for Brazilian Falls Tour (SIB), with English speaking guide, entrance fee included.
Day 6 – Iguassu Falls / RIio de Janeiro After breakfast at the Hotel, transfer out to the airport, with English speaking guide. Upon arrival in Rio de Janeiro, transfer in to the hotel, with english speaking guide.
Day 7 – Rio de Janeiro Breakfast at the Hotel, then pick-up for a half day tour to the Corcovado (SIB) with english speaking guide, entrance fee included.
Day 8 – Rio de Janeiro After breakfast at the Hotel, transfer out to the International Airport, with English speaking guide for flight to your next destination.
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1.4 > Patagonia Connoisseur Experience
08 nights > 1 night in Buenos Aires Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day city tour (SIB) > 2 nights in Puerto Madryn Breakfast, transfers in & out, full day Peninsula Valdez (SIB) with whale watching, penguins and lunch included > 1 night in Ushuaia
Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day Lapataia (SIB), half day Beagle Channel (SIB) > 2 nights in El Calafate Breakfast, transfers in & out, Full day Perito Moreno(SIB) > 2 nights in Buenos Aires Breakfast, transfers in & out.
Domestic airfare from
Us$ 879 + taxes Buenos Aires
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Overview
Puerto Madryn
Patagonia is one of the world’s great wilderness areas with vast expanses of open plains, towering peaks, huge skies, dazzling blue lakes and enourmous glaciers.
4 Dates 10 September 2010 15 October 2010 12 November 2010
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Day 1 – Buenos Aires Upon arrival, meet and greed by a local guide and transfer in to the Hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.
Day 2 – Buenos Aires / Puerto Madryn After breakfast at the Hotel, transfer out to the airport, with local guide. Upon arrival in Trelew, transfer in to Puerto Madryn, with local guide private.
Day 3 – Puerto Madryn Breakfast at the Hotel, then pick-up for full day Peninsula Valdez, with boat tour for Whale watching, with lunch included. Peninsula Valdez is a a national park and nature reserve named by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, upon arrival you cross a narrow isthmus where you can look out over the immense waters of the Golfo San José to the left and the vast bay of the Golfo Nuevo to the right. In Puerto Piramides you will board a boat, so you can watch the whales closely and enjoy these amazing animals.
Day 4 – Puerto Madryn / Ushuaia After breakfast at the Hotel, transfer out to the airport, with local guide. Upon arrival in Ushuaia, transfer in to the hotel, with local guide.
Day 5 – Ushuaia / Calafate Breakfast at the Hotel, then pick-up and transfer to the pier to board the comfortable and speedy catamaran at the pier in the downtown area of Ushuaia which moves off along the Beagle Channel. The town is rapidly left behind and appears, map-like, spread out on the lower slopes of the mountain that rises behind it, topped by the Martial Glacier. The catamaran glides along the channel, out of the Bay of Ushuaia, past the estancias originally belonging to the first settlers set like miniatures against the towering grey mountain ranges. Then, a short drive west of Ushuaia to the Lapataia National Park, which borders the Beagle Channel across the valley of the Pipo river. Particularly beautiful in autumn, when the lower slopes of the mountains and the valleys are splashed with the glorious
orange, gold, copper and russet hues of the lengas -beeches- the National Park conserves all the appeal of exuberant nature as well as being a living monument to the island’s history. Lunch is not included. After the tour, transfer out to the International Airport, with local guide. Upon arrival in Calafate, transfer in to the hotel and remaining of the day on your own.
Day 6 – El Calafate After breakfast at hotel, departure for your Full-day tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier through the National Park, a beautiful drive of some two and a half hours with stops to enjoy the view, including the Corner of Sighs, where you get your first full view of the Glacier. During the drive, you might catch a glimpse of red and grey foxes fleeing across the heathery landscape, while the air bears a faint but distinctive waft of skunk spray; in the distance cinnamoncoloured guanaco deer balance on rocky crags and below, large Patagonian hares leap from bushes across streams. Lunch is included (no drinks). By the end of the day, return back to the hotel.
Day 7 – El Calafate / Buenos Aires After breakfast, transfer to the airport, with local guide. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, meet and greet by a local guide and transfer in to the Hotel. Remaining of the day at leisure.
Day 8 – Buenos Aires Breakfast at hotel, then pick-up for a three hour City Tour (SIB), with local guide andreturn to the Hotel.
Day 9 – Buenos Aires After breakfast at hotel, pick-up and transfer to the airport for your next destination.
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1.5 > Around South America 14 nights > 2 nights in Santiago Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day city tour (SIB) Beaches (SIB) > 2 nights in Rio de Janeiro Breakfast, transfers in & out, full day Corcovado & Sugar Loaf (SIB) > 2 nights in Iguassu Falls Breakfast, transfer in with Argentina Falls, half day Brazilian Falls (SIB), transfer out > 2 nights in Buenos Aires Breakfast, transfers in & out, half day city tour(SIB) > 1 night in Lima
Breakfast, transfers in & out. > 3 nights in Cuzco Breakfast, full day ruins Ollantaytambo and market Pisac, full day Machu Picchu, half day city tour with ruins, transfer out > 2 nights in Puno Breakfast, transfer in & out, full day Urosand Taquille with lunch > 3 nights in Quito Breakfast, transfers in & out, full day Cotopaxi, half day City Tour (SIB)
Domestic airfare from
Us$ 1350 + taxes *Airtickets subject to change
Quito
Overview A journey that summarizes the most popular attractions in South America: Santiago, the samba metropolis of Rio de Janeiro, the Iguassu Falls, the cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Lima,Cusco and the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, and the colonial city of Quito.
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Santiago
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Day 1 / Wednesday - Santiago (Chile) Upon arrival in Santiago transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon city tour, including the Presidential Palace (Casa de la Moneda), the Cathedral next to the Arms Square (Plaza de Armas) and the San Francisco church, main green and shopping areas, the Equestrian Club’s Racecourse, considered one of the most beautiful on the continent. Then climb to Cerro San Cristóbal for a magnificent panoramic view of the city as well as the nearby Andes mountains. The tour continues through the elegant residential neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city.
Day 2 / Thursday - Santiago (Chile) Breakfast at the hotel, and departure for Full Day Vinha del Mar and Valparaiso tour (SIB), a 120 km tour stopping in Valparaiso where we will visit “La Sebastiana”, the house of Pablo Neruda (except Mondays). Later on we will take the seashore road to Viña del Mar meeting its diverse attractions. Mid afternoon we will return to take you to your hotel.
Day 3 / Friday - Santiago (Chile) – Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport and flight to Rio de Janeiro. Rio is a city known worldwide. The metropolis that never sleeps is characterized by its wide bays, wonderful beaches and reefs. That is why cariocas claim that God created the Rio in the seventh day. Upon arrival in Rio de Janeiro, transfer in to the Hotel and check in. Remaining of the day at leisure.
Day 4 / Saturday - Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) After breakfast you departure for a full day tour to Corcovado (one of the modern world’s 7 wonders) & Sugar Loaf and beaches (SIB). By the end of the day return to your hotel.
Day 5 / Sunday - Rio de Janeiro - Foz de Iguaçu (Brazil) Breakfast at the hotel. Morning transfer to the airport and flight to Foz de Iguazu. Reception and transfer to the hotel. A natural spectacle recognized by the UNESCO
Day 6 / Monday - Foz do Iguazu (Brazil) After breakfast, departure for hald day Brazilian Falls (SIB).
Day 07 / Tuesday – Foz de Iguazu (Brazil) – Buenos Aires (Argentina) After breakfast, transfer out to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. En route, visit to the falls (Argentinean side) (SIB). Around 250 individual cascades and waterfalls that plunge up to 70 meters into the gorge below. A natural spectacle recognized by the UNESCO. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, transfer in to your hotel.
Day 08 / Wednesday - Buenos Aires (Argentina) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for a half day City Tour (SIB) includes the main attractions of Buenos Aires: Plaza de Mayo (May Square), the Town hall, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Plaza San Martín (San Martin Square), La Boca neighborhood - Capital of the Tango- and the Cemetery of Recoleta - final resting spot of Eva Perón.
Day 09 / Thursday - Buenos Aires (Argentina) – Lima (Peru) Breakfast at the hotel. Morning transfer to the airport and flight to Lima. Reception and transfer to the hotel with a half day City Tour (SIB).
Day 10 / Friday – Lima – Cuzco (Peru) Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco. Arrival in Cuzco and transfer to the hotel. Half day city tour, with ruins.
Day 11/ Saturday – Cuzco – Machu Picchu (Peru) Breakfast at the hotel and full day tour to Machu Picchu (SIB). The icon of every trip to Peru is undoubtedly the lost Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. After breakfast, you will take the train for a 1 1/2 hours trip to reach the misty forest where the Incas built this amazing architectural wonder. Immediately after arrival the tour begins through the different areas of the city. The unique location and engineering knowledge make Machu Picchu a true wonder of the New World and Cultural Heritage of UNESCO. Return to the hotel by the end of the day.
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Day 12/ Sunday – Cuzco (Peru) Breakfast at the hotel and full day tour (SIB) to Ollantaytambo and Market Pisac. Return to the hotel by the end of the day.
Day 13/ Monday – Cuzco – Puno (Peru) After breakfast departure on overland drive to Puno with regular bus (lunch included), without a guide. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 14/ Tuesday – Puno (Peru) After breakfast departure for a full day tour to Uros and Taquille. Return to your hotel by the end of the day.
Day 15/ Wednesday – Puno – Lima – Quito (Ecuador) After breakfast departure to the airport for your flight to Lima and connection to Quito. Upon arrival in Quito (capital of Ecuador), the local guide will welcome you before transferring to the hotel. Two nights accommodation with breakfast
Day 16 / Thursday - Quito (Ecuador) After breakfast, departure for a full day tour to Cotopaxi (SIB). Return to the hotel by the end of the day.
Day 17 / Friday - Quito (Ecuador) After breakfast, depart for a half day city tour where you can appreciate the historical and colonial area of Quito from the top of Panecillo (Little Loaf of Bread). The colonial city of Quito is part of a UNESCO’s World Heritage Cultural Site. Visit to “Mitad del Mundo”.
Day 18 / Saturday - Quito - Home After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home.
What to take... • Tennis shoes, sandals, hiking boots • Sunglasses, suntan lotion • Casual clothes according to weather • Personal medication
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16 nights > 1 night in Buenos Aires Transfers in and out. > 1 night in Ushuaia Transfers in and out, half day Beagle Channel and half day Lapataia National Park (SIB). > 2 nights in Buenos Aires Transfers in and out, half day City Tour (SIB). > 2 nights in Foz de Iguaçu Transfers in and out, half day Brazilian Falls (SIB).
> 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro Transfers in and out, half day Sugar Loaf and City Tour (SIB). > 3 nights in M/V Desafio Cruise in Manaus Transfers in and out, Desafio program full board. > 2 nights in Salvador Transfers in and out, half day historical city tour (SIB).
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Salvador
Rio de Janeiro
Iguassu Falls
Buenos Aires
El Calafate
Departures on Tuesdays A journey to discover the contrasts between one of the world’s great wilderness areas (Patagonia), and a Brazilian region of superlatives (Amazonia): the world’s largest river basin, the planet’s largest rain forest, home of one in ten known species on Earth, and borders with 7 different countries. 4 Dates 17 January 2010 14 February 2010 14 March 2010 11 April 2010 09 May 2010 06 June 2010 12 September 2010 17 October 2010 14 November 2010
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Day 1 – Sunday – Buenos Aires Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure.
Day 2 – Monday – Buenos Aires/Ushuaia After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival in Ushuaia, meet and transfer to your hotel. Half Day tour Beagle Channel (SIB).
Day 3 – Tuesday – Ushuaia/Calafate After breakfast, half day tour to the Lapataia National Park (SIB). After the tour, transfer to the airport for your flight to Calafate. Upon arrival in Calafate, meet and transfer to your hotel.
Day 4 – Wednesday – Calafate After breakfast, full day tour to Perito Moreno Glacier (SIB), through the National Park, a beautiful drive of some two and a half hours.
Day 5 – Thursday – Calafate /Buenos Aires After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival meet and transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure.
Day 6 – Friday – Buenos Aires After breakfast, departure for a half day City Tour (SIB with highlights of the city such as the National Congress, the Civic Center – Plaza de Mayo, the Government House (Casa Rosada), the Metropolitan Cathedral. Also visiting San Telmo neighborhood, La Boca, Puerto Madero and Recoleta.
Day 7 – Saturday – Buenos Aires/Foz de Iguaçu
Day 10 – Tuesday – Rio de Janeiro Breakfast at the hotel. In the afternoon half day City Tour & Sugar Loaf (SIB). Evening at leisure.
Day 11 – Wednesday – Rio de Janeiro Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure.
Day 12 – Thursday – Rio de Janeiro / Manaus /M/V Desafio After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Manaus. Arrival and transfer to the docks to board on M/V Desafio. Beginning of the cruise with a view of the city from the Amazon River and the famous Meeting of the Waters of Solimoes River and Negro River, not mixing for several kilometers until they form the Amazon River. Reconnaissance tour in motorized canoes. Back to the boat for dinner and overnight.
Day 13 – Friday – M/V Desafio After an early breakfast, excursion by boat to reach land. Walking orientation tour in the forest. Return and lunch on board. Afternoon free to enjoy the peaceful nature. Dinner on board. Night canoe trip to listen to the night sounds of the forest.
Day 14 – Saturday – M/V Desafio Breakfast on board. Visit to typical village of the area where the locals manufacture manioc flour. Lunch on board while navigating to the area of the famous Piranha fish. Departure for Piranha fishing. Dinner on Board. Night excursion by canoe to spot alligators with flashlights.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazu. Upon arrival in Puerto Iguazu, meet and transfer to your hotel on the Brazilian side. Depending on arrival of your flight you may do an optional tour to the Argentina side of the falls.
Day 15 – Sunday – M/V Desafio / Salvador
Day 8 – Sunday – Foz de Iguaçu
Day 16 – Monday – Salvador
After breakfast, departure for a half day tour to the Brazilian Falls (SIB).
Day 9 – Monday – Foz de Iguaçu/ Rio de Janeiro After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival in Rio, transfer to your hotel.
Early morning wake up to admire the sunrise in the forest. Return to the boat. Breakfast during navigation towards Manaus. Arrival at Manaus Pier and transfer to the airport. Upon arrival in Salvador, transfer to your hotel. Day at leisure.
Day 17 – Tuesday After breakfast, departure for a half day Historical City Tour (SIB) visiting downtown, historical center and Pelourinho. After the city tour, transfer to the airport for your flight home.
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Park Central Unique - Elegance Unique - De Las Américas / Sheraton Libertador Continental Inn / Panoramic - Sheraron Iguazú Windsor Plaza / Sheraron Rio
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Park Central Unique - Elegance Unique - De Las Américas / Sheraton Libertador Villa Pirén / Rayentray Los Acebos / Las Hayas Patagonia Park Unique - Imago Park Central Unique - Elegance Unique - De Las Américas / Sheraton Libertador
Buenos Aires Puerto Madryn Ushuaia El Calafate Buenos Aires
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Principado de Asturias / Galerias Astoria Copacabana / Windsor Excelsior Recanto Park / Mabu Thermas & Resort De Las Americas / Americas Towers José Antonio / San Agustin Sueños del Inka / Casa Andina La Hacienda / Casa Andina Mercure Alameda / Dan Carlton
Santiago Rio de Janeiro Foz de Iguaçu Buenos Aires Lima Cuzco Puno Quito
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Patagonia Park Unique - Imago Park Central Unique - Elegance Unique - De Las Américas / Sheraton Libertador Recanto Park / Mabu Thermas & Resort Blue Tree Premium / Pestana Salvador M/V Desafio Windsor Plaza / Sheraton Rio
El Calafate Buenos Aires Foz de Iguaçu Salvador Manaus Rio de Janeiro
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2 nights > 2 nights in Bariloche Transfers in and out, HD Small Circuit with chairlift.
Domestic airfare upon request
Overview Situated on a glacial moraine, at the very edge of Lake Nahuel Huapi, Bariloche (pop. 78,000) is the heart and soul of the famous lake region, on the border between Argentina and Chile.
Bariloche
Day 1 – Arrival in Bariloche
included, overnight at hotel of your choice.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Day 3 – Bariloche
Day 2 – Bariloche
After breakfast, transfer out to the airport.
After breakfast, half day Small Circuit tour, with chairlift
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2.2 > Bariloche (With Lake Crossing)
2 nights > 1 night in Bariloche and 1 night in Peulla Breakfast included, transfers in and out, HD Small Circuit with chairlift..
Domestic airfare upon request
Overview Introduce to the Lake District of Chile & Argentina, one of the most pristine regions on earth. A natural quilt of millenary forests, emerald lakes, snow-capped peaks and slumbering volcanoes. Peulla Bariloche
Day 1 – Arrival in Bariloche Transfer in to the Hotel of your choice. In the afternoon, half day Small Circuit tour, with chairlift included
Day 2 – Bariloche-Peulla
After breakfast, transfer to board on boat for Lake Crossing, overnight at Hotel Peulla.
Day 3 – Peulla After breakfast, transfer out to the airport in Puerto Montt.
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2.3 > El Calafate
3 nights > 3 nights in El Calafate Breakfast included, transfers in and out, full day Perito
Moreno (lunch not included), full day Upsalla & Onelli (lunch not included), entrance fees included
Us$ 410
Domestic airfare upon request
Overview A region of extreme natural beauty, famed for Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the world’s few glaciers that is still growing. Today, the glacier has a three mile frontage and a height of 180 ft.
El Calafate
Day 1 – Arrival in El Calafate
Day 3 – El Calafate
Transfer to hotel of your choice.
Day 2 – El Calafate
After breakfast, full visit to the Glaciar Upsala & Onelli (lunch not included), overnight at hotel of your choice.
After breakfast, full day visit to the glaciar Perito Moreno (lunch not included), overnight at hotel of your choice.
After breakfast, transfer out to the airport.
Day 4 – El Calafate
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2.4 > Mendoza
2 nights > 2 nights in Mendoza Breakfast included, transfer in and out, half day visit to wineries (lunch not included).
Us$ 280 Mendoza
Domestic airfare upon request
Overview Though rainfall is slight, irrigation has turned the countryside into a green oasis of vineyards and fruit plantations. There are numerous wine cellars (bodegas) where wine tasting is a popular activity. Mendoza is also the departing point for exciting rafting excursions and expeditions to Mount Aconcagua, (22,835 ft.) highest in the Americas.
Day 1 – Arrival in Mendoza
included. Overnight at hotel of your choice.
Transfer in to the Hotel.
Day 3 – Mendoza
Day 2 – Mendoza After breakfast, half day tour to wineries, lunch not
After breakfast, transfer to the airport.
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2.5 > Angra Dos Reis
3 nights > 3 nights in Angra Dos Reis Breakfast, transfer in and out.
Us$ 370
Angra Dos Reis
Overview “Angra” is a small seaside town (pop. 90,000) located just two hours south of Rio de Janeiro, on Brazil’s Costa Verde (Green Coast). Originally an Indian settlement, “Angra” was also site of a small colony, a prosperous port, pirate hideout and sleepy fishing village before being discovered by ecotourism. “Angra” is surrounded by over a hundred exotic islands, misty waterfalls and forest-covered mountains, which cascade down to the emerald sea. The coastline is dotted with hundreds of small islands, making it a paradise for sun seekers, water sport enthusiasts, honeymooners and nature lovers. Boat tours depart daily to Ilha Grande, the bay’s largest island and a true ecological sanctuary.
Day 1
Day 3
Transfer from aiport in Rio de Janeiro to Hotel Porto Real in Angra dos Reis.
Breakfast at hotel, day on your own.
Day 2
Breakfast at hotel, day on your own.
Domestic airfare upon request
Day 4
Transfer out to the airport in Rio de Janeiro.
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2.6 > Parati
3 nights > 3 nights in Parati Breakfast, transfers in and out.
Us$ 280
Parati
Domestic airfare upon request
Overview The small coastal village of Parati is a virtual museum within a tropical paradise. It is located 125 miles southeast of Rio de Janeiro and possesses one of the finest “collections” of classical 18th century Portuguese colonial buildings. Parati is characterized by cobblestone streets and pastel buildings. It has a long pier and small boats are available for day trips to the surrounding islands. In the early 1700’s Parati was a major gold shipping port to Portugal. Today it is a major international destination for sophisticated tourists seeking sunshine and spectacular beaches (including snorkeling and scuba) all within a classical architectural setting. Automobile traffic is forbi-dden inside the city in order to preserve the tranquil ambience.
Day 1 – Arrival
Day 3
Transfer in from Airport in Rio de Janeiro to Pousada Porto Imperial in Parati.
Breakfast at hotel, day on your own.
Day 2
Transfer out to the Airport in Rio de Janeiro.
Breakfast at hotel, day on your own.
Day 4
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2.7 > Buzios
3 nights > 3 nights in Buzios Breakfast, transfer in and out.
Us$ 210
Buzios
Domestic airfare upon request
Overview The small fishing village of Buzios (pop. 10,000), two hours north of Rio de Janeiro, burst into prominence in the ‘60s, when French actress Brigitte Bardot selected it as one of her favorite vacation spots. Originally an Indian settlement and later used as a pirate hideout and supply point for slave traders, the small town went back to its quiet origins after the decline of piracy and the abolition of slavery. Since Ms Bardot’s discovery, however, Buzios has grown a well-deserved international reputation as a playground of the rich and famous. The inviting town offers more than 20 sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, an all-season climate, lively nightlife, a variety of water sports, and sophisticated boutiques, art galleries and restaurants.
Day 1 – Arrival
Breakfast at the hotel, day on your own.
Transfer from the Airport in Rio de Janeiro to Buzios.
Day 4
Day 2 Breakfast at the hotel, day on your own.
Day 3
Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Airport in Rio de Janeiro.
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2.8 > Manaus
3 nights > 3 nights in Manaus Cruise at MV Desafio, full board, transfer in and out.
Us$ 1150
Manaus
Domestic airfare upon request
Overview Manaus is the gateway for the amazing river cruise adventure aboard the M/V Desafio. A renovated cruise yacht, Desafio is over 108 feet long, fully airconditioned with a sundeck, covered deck and bar, restaurant and salon. Each cabin has private bath, and sound system. Accompanied by an excellent nature guide you will be mesmerized by the mysteries and excitement of the jungle environs as you sail aboard Desafio, including jungle walks and intimate visits aboard canoe for a closer look at life along the Amazon. All meals and jungle activities are included during this extraordinary Amazon adventure.
Day 1 – Thursday – Manaus / MV Desafio Cruise (D)
forest. Overnight.
Arrival and transfer to the docks to board the M/V Desafio. Beginning of the cruise with a view of the city from the Amazon River and the famous Meeting of the Waters of Solimões River and Negro River, not mixing for several kilometers until they form the Amazon River. Continuation. Reconnaissance tour in motorized canoes. Back to the boat for dinner and overnight.
Breakfast on board. Visit to typical village of the area where the locals manufacture manioc flour. Lunch on board while navigating to the area of the famous Piranha fish. Departure for Piranha fishing. Dinner on board. Night excursion by canoe to spot alligators with flashlights. Overnight.
Day 2 – Friday – MV Desafio Cruise (B,L,D) After an early breakfast, excursion by boat to reach land. Walking orientation tour in the forest. Return and lunch on board. Afternoon free to enjoy the pea-ceful nature. Dinner. Night canoe trip to listen to the night sounds of the
Day 3 – Saturday – MV Desafio Cruise (B,L,D)
Day 4 – Sunday – MV Desafio Cruise /Home (B)
Early morning wake up to admire the sunrise in the forest. Return to the boat. Breakfast during navigation towards Manaus. Arrival at Manaus pier and transfer to the airport.
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2.9 > Salvador De Bahia
3 nights > 3 nights in Salvador de Bahia Breakfast, transfers in and out
Us$ 320
Salvador
Overview Home to the largest, best-preserved colonial quarter in the Americas, Salvador (pop. 2.5 million) was founded in 1536 and soon became Brazil’s most important port and first capital. For over two centuries, Salvador thrived on the flourishing commerce of sugar cane, gold and diamonds, which resulted in the building of several Baroque churches, ornate mansions, and plazas. During this time, prompted by the increasing labor demand, African slaves were brought in to work the plantations. They brought with them their rich culture and traditions that still survive throughout Brazil, but mainly in Bahia, where the influence permeates all aspects of life - from exotic cuisine to spectacular Capoeira ritualistic dances, to rich musical heritage, to the spiritual Candomble religion. Today Salvador offers a spicy mixture of modernity and tradition, an idyllic place to relax on its inviting beaches as well as a cultural enclave embodying the very spirit of Brazil.
Day 1 – Arrival in Salvador de Bahia
Day 3
Transfer in to the Hotel Blue Tree Premium Salvador.
Breakfast at hotel, day on your own.
Day 2
Breakfast at hotel and half day Historical City Tour with Pelourinho.
Domestic airfare upon request
Day 4 Breakfast at hotel, day on your own.
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3.0 > General Conditions
1 > All rates are in US$ per person, valid for the dates specified on the programs, based on a minimum of 2 passengers, limited to a maximum of 20 passengers per departure.
2 > Rates are valid according to the dates for each iti-nerary, basically from September 2009 until December 2010. Although not expected, rates may be modified due to unexpected significant external factors not forecasted at the time of preparing this promotion.
3 > Rates include all hotel accommodations in Standard rooms with breakfast included, airport transfers, sightseeing as per itinerary, entrance fees to the National Parks, and meals according to itinerary, English/ Spanish speaking guides. All taxes are included, except for room tax that is charged basically in Brazil, which is paid directly by the passenger at the hotel.
4 > Rates do not include air tickets, airport taxes, and ADVENTURE WORLD ARGENTINA Esmeralda 740 7ºFloor of.702/704 Buenos Aires, Argentina Tel: (5411) 4393-3549 Fax (5411) 4393-0586 www.adwargentina.com.ar info@adwargentina.com.ar ADVENTURE WORLD BRASIL Copacabana 56 Suite 601 Rio de Janeiro, Brasil Tel: (5521) 2548-2129 Fax: (5521) 2547-8117 www.adwbrasil.com.br adwbrasil@adwbrasil.com.br
personal expenses of any kind, excess of luggage, optional activities that are suggested, drinks, laundry, and incidental expenses. 5 > Air tickets are not included in the rates, however we can provide rates if needed, upon your request. Rates mentioned for air tickets are subject to change without previous notice. 6 > Payment conditions: For bookings that do not include air tickets, deposit of US$100.00 upon confirmation of the bookings, non refundable. The balance is to be paid 60 days prior to check in. For booking that include air tickets, 60% deposit upon confirmation and balance to be paid 60 days prior to check in.
Any bookings without full payment by the deadline given will be subject to cancellation without notice. 7 > Cancellation Fees: cancellations of confirmed event bookings do result in costly fixed charges from our travel and hotel providers. Should you need to cancel your confirmed booking, the following fees will apply: Cancellation 60 days or more before departure date, forfeits the deposit, not including air (if applicable) 59 – 30 days before departure – penalty of 50% of total trip value per person, not including air (if applicable) 29 – 0 days before departure – penalty of 100% of total trip value, per person, not including air (if applicable) Cancellation of air tickets, when applicable, will be non refundable, Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our offices by email or fax, and it will be confirmed back. In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Adventure World reserves the right to amend cancellation terms outlined herein.
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