South America Revealed 2010

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Tour Length: 16 Days
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Tour Type:
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Tour Category: Discovery
Tour Operator: Trafalgar Tours
Tour Code: TT-LSR-2010
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Cities Visited:
Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu, Buenos Aires, Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cuzco

Discover South America by way of Brazil, Argentina and Peru and explore the vivacious cities of Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires and Lima. Plus be amazed at the spectacular sights of the Iguassu Falls, Machu Picchu and much more.

 

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing tour includes thecity''s main sights and a cogtrain ride through Tijuca Forest and upCorcovado 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 of this cityincluding views of Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, Teatro Colon, PalermoPark, and visits the famous Recoleta Cemetery, the burial site ofEvita Perón.
  • Lima: Sightseeing includes views of the Plaza deArmas, the Government Palace, City Hall, the Archbishop''s Palaceand the Cathedral.
  • Sacred Valley: Visit one of the most beautifulareas in the world.
  • Machu Picchu: Take the Vistadome Valley train tothe famous ancient Inca city.
  • Cuzco: Visit the Inca city and the center of theempire, Plaza de Armas (Altitude 11,444 feet).

Dining Highlights
  • 14 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 4 Dinners
  • BBQ and Carnival show in Rio de Janeiro
  • ''Be My Guest'' speciality dinner in Buenos Aires
  • 8 additional meals on Amazon extension

First Class Travel Highlights
  • All intra-tour flights and round-trip transfers between airportsand hotels, including baggage handling at the airport.
  • Accommodations in hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath orshower as listed or similar.
  • Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; localhost on the Amazon extension.
  • Sightseeing program as indicated in itinerary, including admissioncharges, where applicable.
  • Hotel taxes and service charges.
  • Portfolio of travel documents.
 

Day 1 - Depart USA
Board your overnight flight.

Day 2 - Arrive Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (3 nights)
Welcome to exciting Rio de Janeiro! You will be met and transferredto your hotel where rooms are ready for early check in. The rest ofthe day is free to begin exploring on your own. This evening, relaxover a delicious BBQ dinner followed by a colorful Folklore andCarnival show. (Highlight dinner) Hotel: Excelsior Copacabana

Day 3 - Rio de Janeiro
Join an exciting full day tour of Rio. Start with a cog-train rideup Corcovado Mountain. Disembark and walk up to the top lookoutwhere the towering statue of Christ the Redeemer stands. Then,descend by train and pass by Rio''s world-famous beaches to board acable car for a two-staged ascent up Sugar Loaf Mountain. Enjoy thespectacular views of the city before traveling down and continuingon to see the main sights. Your evening is free. (Breakfast /Lunch)

Day 4 - Rio de Janeiro
A full day free. Sightseers can choose between two tours: A fullday schooner cruise from a nearby village with lunch and swimmingor a half day jeep excursion through a rainforest (both ownexpense). (Breakfast)

Day 5 - Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu Falls (2 nights)
Fly to Iguassu Falls this morning. The balance of the day is freeto begin exploring this magnificent natural wonder on your own.(Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Mabu Thermas & Resort

Day 6 - Iguassu Falls
A local guide will show you the Falls from the Brazilian side. Thetwo-mile-wide torrent is nothing short of spectacular. Therainbows, thundering roar and plunging cascades of water make thistruly one of nature''s wonders. Your afternoon and evening are atleisure. You might want to join an optional hike down the canyonfollowed by a boat ride on the Iguassu River to the base of theFalls. (Breakfast / Lunch)

Day 7 - Iguassu Falls - Buenos Aires, Argentina (3 nights)
This morning, see the Argentine side of the Falls. Board theEcological Train and ride to a spectacular viewpoint to see thefamous Devil''s Throat. Then transfer for your flight to BuenosAires. Tonight, enjoy dinner and a Tango show. (Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Hotel Elevage

Day 8 - Buenos Aires
Start sightseeing with views of the Plaza de Mayo. On to see SanTelmo and colorful La Boca. Drive down Avenida 9 de Julio, theworld''s widest avenue. After views of Palermo Park, visit thefamous Recoleta Cemetery to see the graves of many of Argentina''sleaders, including Eva Duarte, who later became Evita Perón.The afternoon is free. Tonight, savor a special "Be My Guest"home-hosted dinner featuring traditional Argentine cuisine. This isa wonderful opportunity to interact with a local family in theirown home. (Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner)

Day 9 - Buenos Aires
A free day. Your Tour Director will have many suggestions,including a day trip to the Pampas to learn the life of the Gaucho(Argentine cowboy) or perhaps take a fun and informative Tangolesson (both own expense). (Breakfast)

Day 10 - Buenos Aires - Lima, Peru (2 nights)
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. Acity tour shows you the highlights of the colonial Peruviancapital. (Breakfast)Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores

Day 11 - Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley
Fly to Cuzco this morning. Head into the scenic Sacred Valley andstop at the market in Pisac. There is time to bargain for Peruvianarts and crafts before driving across the Valley. This is one ofthe most beautiful areas found anywhere in the world. AtOllantaytambo, a walking tour introduces you to the quaint village.Just outside of town, admire the ruins of a mighty Inca fortress.Later, travel to your hotel in Urubamba. (Breakfast / Lunch /Dinner)Hotel: Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay

Day 12 - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
Take the Vistadome Valley train to Machu Picchu. There is time toexplore the magnificent ruins of the "Lost City of the Incas" onyour own after a guided walking tour. Enjoy lunch before making theshort trip to your hotel in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of MachuPicchu. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Hotel: Sumaq HotelNote: On the train to Machu Picchu, only hand luggage can betaken. Your main suitcase will be transferred to Cuzco and stored.

Day 13 - Machu Picchu - Cuzco (2 nights)
Return to Machu Picchu for last impressions of this extraordinarysite. This afternoon, travel by train and coach back to Cuzco.(Breakfast / Lunch) Hotel: Novotel Cuzco

Day 14 - Cuzco
A morning city tour shows you the Plaza del Regocijo, Plaza deArmas, and the Cathedral. Then head to the San Blas district. Youwill also visit several Inca ruins, including the fortresses ofSacasayhuaman and Tambomachay. The balance of the day is free tocontinue exploring on your own. (Breakfast)

Day 15 - Cuzco - Lima
Late this morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.Your afternoon and evening are at leisure to explore the city, dosome last-minute shopping, or enjoy a cup of coffee in a littlecafé. (Breakfast)Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores

Day 16 - Depart Lima - USA
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (Breakfast)(Depending on their homebound destination and connection,some guests will transfer to Lima''s airport in the late evening ofDay 15 for an overnight flight, arriving in the USA in the earlymorning of Day 16).


Note: U.S. passport holders must obtain a visa to enter Brazil

 

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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Iguassu
  • Buenos Aires
  • Lima
  • Sacred Valley
  • Machu Picchu
  • Cuzco
 

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