South America Landscapes - 2017 - NEW

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A discovery across South America's most influential and intoxicating countries, the icons of Chile, Argentina and Brazil and stunning Patagonia are brought to life by Insiders and unique experiences.You'll enjoy Insider moments like… feeling the beats of South America Samba in Rio and seeing how Argentinian Tango should be danced at Lina and Gaspar's home in ...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Cruise in Chile's Lake Region and on Lake Nahuel Huapi in Argentina
    • Orientation of Puerto Varas
    • View Devil's Throat Falls
    • Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, Chile's wine country, Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado

What's this trip about?

    A discovery across South America's most influential and intoxicating countries, the icons of Chile, Argentina and Brazil and stunning Patagonia are brought to life by Insiders and unique experiences.You'll enjoy Insider moments like… feeling the beats of South America Samba in Rio and seeing how Argentinian Tango should be danced at Lina and Gaspar's home in Buenos Aires. It's meeting other locals passionate about sharing the traditions of their homeland.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Transformative

Destinations

  • South America
  • Argentina
  • Chile

Attractions

  • Bariloche
  • Buenos Aires
  • Copacabana
  • Iguazu Falls
  • Puerto Varas
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Santiago

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
    • Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
    • A Trafalgar bonus - all Intra-Air Flights: Santiago to Puerto Montt, Bariloche to Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires to Iguassu Falls and Iguassu Falls to Rio de Janeiro, including porter service at all airports
    • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
    • Hand-picked Insider Experiences
    • Optional Experiences and free time
    • Porterage and local charges included
    • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
    • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
    • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
    • Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
    • VIP entry to many sights

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Day 1 ARRIVE SANTIAGO (2 NIGHTS)

Welcome to Santiago, the fifth largest city in South America. You will be met by a local host upon arrival at the airport and taken to your luxury hotel in fashionable Las Condes. Hotel InterContinental Santiago

Day 2 SANTIAGO SIGHTSEEING

This morning, meet your Local Specialist for an exciting tour of the city and a visit to the Central Market. Then head for the Casablanca Valley, Chile's wine-producing region known for its premium wines. Visit an exclusive winery where you will enjoy a gourmet Region...

Day 3 SANTIAGO – PUERTO MONTT – PUERTO VARAS

Fly south from the Chilean capital to Puerto Montt, one of Chile's beautiful coastal ports. Then it's on to Puerto Varas for a tour of the "City of Roses" on the way to your lakeside hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy before an included dinner in the evening. Full Breakfast Hotel Cabana del Lago

Day 4 PUERTO VARAS – LAKE CROSSING – BARILOCHE (2 NIGHTS)

An exciting day awaits as you cross the Andes via land and water. Your first stop is the Petrohue River to see the burbling waterfalls cascade over black volcanic rock. Then cross Todos Los Santos Lake with the mighty Osorno Volcano looming in the background. Keep an ...

Day 5 BARILOCHE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

Discover the natural wonders of one of Argentina's prettiest areas, known as the "Switzerland of South America." Meet your Local Specialist and travel along the "Circuito Chico" for spectacular views of forests, mountains and sparkling waters in Nahuel Huapi National ...

Day 6 BARILOCHE – BUENOS AIRES (3 NIGHTS)

Fly from the edge of Patagonia to the vibrant city of Buenos Aires. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for an exclusive Be My Guest in Palermo Soho. You will be welcomed by a local family and residents of this trendy neighbourhood in the fas...

Day 7 BUENOS AIRES SIGHTSEEING

Get acquainted with Argentina's largest city and capital with a Local Specialist. See the Plaza de Mayo and the iconic pink Casa Rosada. View the colourful and fashionable neighbourhoods of La Boca and San Telmo. Stare in awe at the famous Teatro Colon, a landmark in ...

Day 8 BUENOS AIRES FREE TIME

Relish a morning and afternoon to pursue your own interests where the possibilities are endless. Visit one of the country's finest museums at the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, visit a local market or for a different side of Argentina, perhaps take a trip into the co...

Day 9 BUENOS AIRES – IGUASSU FALLS

Take a morning flight to Iguassu Falls, Argentina. Meet your Local Specialist for a visit to Iguassu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to one of the world's largest waterfalls. Board an open-air ecological jungle train and bask in the majesty of the fa...

Day 10 IGUASSU FALLS – RIO DE JANEIRO (3 NIGHTS)

Return to Iguassu National Park and spend the morning exploring the Brazilian side of the falls with a Local Specialist, including a scenic walk through the rainforest at the base of the falls. This afternoon, fly to Rio de Janeiro and transfer to your elegant hotel overlooking pristine Copacabana Beach. Full Breakfast Hotel Miramar by Windsor

Day 11 RIO DE JANEIRO SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

Meet your Rio Local Specialist and ascend Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car where you'll see unforgettable city and bay views. The afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps take an optional cruise on Guanabara Bay viewing Rio's picturesque city skyline and Sugarloaf Mountain. Full Breakfast

Day 12 RIO DE JANEIRO SIGHTSEEING

Board a classic cogwheel train for the journey to the summit of majestic Corcovado, site of the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Then, accompanied by your Local Specialist, continue your exploration of the cidade maravilhosa (m...

Day 13 DEPART RIO DE JANEIRO

Your day is free until your transfer to the airport or choose to extend your stay at the Miramar by Windsor in Rio de Janeiro. Full Breakfast

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Price per day$343
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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Meals Included
  • 12 breakfasts
  • 5 dinners (including Be My Guest)
  • 2 lunches
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