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Phone: 210.232.7527
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Specializing in Central/South America, Australia, New Zealand,
All Inclusives and Honeymoons
Chile, Andes & Buenos Aires
10 Days / 9 Nights
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From $3170 per person Double Occupancy
Chile's natural wonders: Santiago de Chile a Mediterranean coast, rolling hills, volcanoes and the highest mountain range in the Western Hemisphere, glacial lakes, European traditions and a heaven for lovers of excellent wines and incredible food. Finish your tour in the Paris of South America, Buenos Aires. Opt to extend to see the Iguassu Falls - larger than Niagara - in a lush green Argentine tropical setting. |
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Day 1: Arrive this morning in Santiago
de Chile, gateway to the Andes, situated between mountain peaks and the
Pacific Ocean. |
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Day 5: Set out this morning on the lake
crossing over the Andes to Argentina, following along the shores of
Lago Llanquihue with breathtaking views of the volcanoes Osorno and
Calbuco. Stop at Petrohue Falls for some spectacular views. No words
can describe the natural beauty of the area. You'll be speechless, the
landscape awe-inspiring: Volcanos, jagged mountains, crystal clear
lakes - you'll expect Heidi on every Alpine meadow! |
Day 6: Continue up over the Andes pass and down to Lago Frio, as you enter Argentina! Board your second boat, then continue on a short bus journey to Puerto Blest, where you'll board your 3rd boat across Lake Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Panuelo. Upon arrival in Puerto Panuelo, continue to your Hotel Cacique Inacayal Bariloche and check in to your superior room where you will stay for 2 nights. The hotel is only a few steps away from Bariloche's many restaurants. |
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Day 10: After breakfast, opt to experience
the life on an Estancia during a full day Fiesta Gaucha. On arrival at
Estancia Santa Susana, you will be served an 'empanada' (meat pasties)
and a glass of wine. Then take a stroll around the house and park on
your own or enjoy a horse ride or a ride in an old wagon coach. Feast
on a great 'asado criollo' (BBQ), prepared by Gauchos over large open
fires, served with salads, white and red wine, mineral water and/or
beer. Along with dessert, witness a show of folklore music and dances
of the Pampas. Finally, enjoy a Sortija and Cuadrera race. Evening
transfer to the airport for your flight home. |
Day 2: In the afternoon
enjoy an excursion to the Concha y Toro Winery, one of the most famous
Chilean vineyards around the world. Located in the Maipo River canyon,
planted with grapevines of the most noble French stock such as Cabernet
Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Pinot Noir and others.
Founded in 1883 showing today a most modern technology in cooling
equipment, stainless steel tanks, filters and oak casks which has lead
to the making of exceptional wines.
Day 3: Visit to Valparaíso, the
oldest port in Chile. Though no longer its largest port, it retains
tremendous historical significance and beauty, as well as being home to
the Chilean House of Assembly and Senate. The upper and lower parts of
the city are connected through 16 funicular railways constructed around
the turn of the century, a time when the city experienced tremendous
growth. Parts of Valparaiso are considered to become a UNESCO heritage
site. From Valparaíso, continue along the coast to the beautiful
beaches of Viña del Mar, the Garden city, named for its many parks and
green spaces.
Day 4: Fly from Santiago de Chile directly
South to Puerto Montt, the capital of Lake District, founded in 1853 by
German colonists on the site of an indigenous Mapuche community.
Continue on to your hotel in neighboring Puerto Varas: Hotel
Cabanas del Lago on the shores of Lago Llanquihue. The city
gets its nickname from the tremendous variety of roses all over town.
Day 7: Full day excursion included:
Tronador Mountain & Alerces Falls. Head south and up into the
Andes, following the road along Lago Mascardi with itâs lush southern
forest. After crossing the bridge of the calm River Manso, continue
towards Laguna Los Moscos and Lake Hess where you will see a tremendous
waterfall - Cascada los Alerces. Onwards in the direction of Tronador,
a large mountain with three peaks thrusts forth: Argentino (11,253ft/
3.410m), International (11,728ft /3.554m) and Chileno (11,319ft/
3.430m). Argentina and Chile share these mountain peaks directly on the
border of the two countries.
Day 8: Navigate a beautiful
circuit today around the surroundings of Bariloche, the Aspen of South
America, with emphasis on the lakes areas. Follow the lake shore of the
spectacular Lago Nahuel Huapi. From Cerro Campanario, enjoy a 360
degree view of the surrounding lakes, islands and mountains. Descend
and continue on to the peninsula San Pedro. In Llao-Llao, stop for a
brief walk to see the Chapel of San Eduardo.
Day 9: Today's city tour
visits the 'old' district of San Telmo, the main residential area in
colonial days, full of antique shops to the picturesque district of La
Boca, 2 miles south of the main port area, on the west bank of the
river Riachuelo. This former port from the turn of the century was
settled by many Italians from Genoa who made their homes from
corrugated iron sheets, painting them with all the colors of the
spectrum. Along the colorful street of Caminito (name of a famous
Tango) sit local artists, painting and selling their wares.| Prices Include: | Prices don’t include: | Notes: |
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Valid: 2011 |
$3170 p/p | $5,250p/p |