Glimpse of South America 2010
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Immerse yourself in South American cultures, and delight in the scenery, cuisine, music, and history that surround you in Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina.

Highlights:

  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Iguassu
  • Buenos Aires

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Rio de Janeiro Sightseeing tour includes the city's main sights and a cogtrain ride through Tijuca Forest and up Corcovado Mountain to see the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. Also included is a cable car ascent up Sugar Loaf Mountain
  • Iguassu A guided tour to the amazing Falls
  • Buenos Aires Guided sightseeing includes all the city highlights

    Dining Highlights

  • 8 Breakfasts
  • 2 Lunches
  • 2 Dinners
  • BBQ and Carnival show in Rio de Janeiro
  • Be My Guest' speciality dinner in Buenos Aires

    First Class Travel Highlights

  • All intra-tour flights and transfers between airports and hotels, including baggage handling at the airport
  • Accommodations in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower as listed or similar
  • Services of an Englishspeaking Tour Director throughout; local hosts on Amazon and Santiago extensions
  • Sightseeing program, including admission charges, where applicable.
  • Hotel taxes and service charges.
  • Portfolio of travel documents.

    Please note:
    You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee.

    • Call 800-822-2841 for more information or to book today! Mention code 9508576
    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    OfferOffer valid through 12/31/2010
    Duration
    11 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USADepart USA :
    Board your overnight flight.
    Day 2Rio de JaneiroArrive in Rio De Janeiro :
    You will be met and transferred to your hotel, where your room is ready to check-in. This evening, relax over a delicious BBQ dinner followed by a Folklore and Carnival show. (Highlight dinner)

    Hotel: Excelsior Copacabana

    Day 3Rio de JaneiroRio de Janeiro :
    On a full day tour, ride up Corcovado Mountain. Disembark and walk up to the top lookout to see the statue of Christ the Redeemer. Pass Rio's beaches and board a cable car to ascend Sugar Loaf Mountain. Then see the main city sights. (Breakfast / Lunch)
    Day 4Rio de JaneiroRio de Janeiro :
    A free day. Sightseers can choose between two tours: A full day schooner cruise or a half day jeep excursion through a rainforest (both own expense). (Breakfast)
    Day 5Iguassu FallsRio de Janeiro - Iguassu Falls (2 nights) :
    Fly to Iguassu Falls late this morning. The balance of the day is at leisure. (Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Mabu Thermas & Resort

    Day 6Iguassu FallsIguassu Falls :
    See the Falls from the Brazilian side. Optional tours available. (Breakfast / Lunch)
    Day 7Buenos AiresIguassu Falls - Buenos Aires (3 nights) :
    Board the Ecological Train and ride to a spectacular viewpoint to see the Devil's Throat on the Argentine side of the Falls. Then fly to Buenos Aires. Tonight, enjoy dinner and a Tango show. (Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Hotel Elevage

    Day 8Buenos AiresBuenos Aires :
    On a city tour, view the Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo and La Boca. Visit Recoleta Cemetery to see the graves of many of Argentina's leaders, including Evita Peron. The afternoon is free. Tonight, savor a "Be My Guest" home-hosted dinner - a wonderful opportunity to interact with a local family in their own home. (Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner)
    Day 9Buenos AiresBuenos Aires :
    A free day. Perhaps take a day trip to the Pampas to learn the life of the Gaucho (Argentine cowboy) or enjoy a Tango lesson (both own expense). (Breakfast)
    Day 10Buenos AiresBuenos Aires :
    Transfer for your flight home. (Breakfast)
    Day 11USAArrive USA :
    Depending on their destination and connection, some guests will transfer to the airport in the late evening of Day 10, fly overnight, and arrive in the morning of Day 11.
    Dates/Pricing
    Click Quote or call 800-822-2841 to get additional information on your chosen travel date. Special offers or competitive pricing may be available!

    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    October 11, 2010$2,475.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    November 01, 2010$2,475.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    January 31, 2011$2,475.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    February 21, 2011$2,475.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    March 14, 2011$2,475.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    April 11, 2011$2,475.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    Disclaimer

    * Single room supplement: $800
    ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
    *** 2011 dates are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in August 2010
    **** You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee to many South American countries.
    ***** Galapagos entrance fee of US$100 and Galapagos transit card of $10 are included in the selling price.
    ****** The Land Only price includes all intra-tour flights.
    ******* Airport departure taxes may also apply at some airports in South America.
    For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
    The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

    - These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
    - All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
    - For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page.

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