BEST OF CHILE ARGENTINA & BRAZIL

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• Day 1 - Arrive Santiago On arrival at Santiago Airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon we enjoy a guided sightseeing tour which includes the Club Hípico and many buildings which trace this city's heritage. From here we we continue on to 'La Moneda', the Cathedral, National Museum and much more. Next we cross the Mapocho River to the San Cristobal Hill with panoramic views of the capital and the Andes in the background. Then we stop for a wine tasting at the Enoteca, a wine museum, before driving through the residential district of Vitacura, Las Condes and Santa Maria de Manquehue en route back to our hotel.
  
  Hotel: Sheraton
  



• Day 2 - Santiago - Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas Today we transfer to the airport for our flight to Puerto Montt. On our arrival, we enjoy a sightseeing tour including the "Costanera" Avenue, panoramic views of the city and its surroundings, plus a visit to Angelmo Cove and its handicraft market. Next off to Puerto Varas, Chile's main vacation resort, and a city tour before reaching our hotel. Tonight, we dine at a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Cabanas del Lago



• Day 3 - Puerto Varas - Peulla A morning drive takes us along the south side of Llanquihue Lake where Osorno and Calbuco Volcanos dominate the scenery. We reach Petrohue to board our catamaran for the two-hour sailing to Peulla, along the blue-green waters of Todos los Santos Lake. On arrival we transfer from the pier to our Swiss-style hotel. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Puella



• Day 4 - Peulla - Puerto Frias - Bariloche (2 nights) After breakfast this morning we will cross the Andes and the border into Argentina over the Perez Rosales Pass reaching Puerto Frias. Here we board another catamaran and sail on the Frias Lake to Puerto Alegre. From here we're off to Puerto Blest for our crossing on the Nahuel-Huapi Lake. Once we reach Puerto Panuelo pier we drive to Argentine Bariloche where we spend the night. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Edelweiss (2 nights)



• Day 5 - Bariloche Enjoy a morning scenic tour of the fantastic outskirts of Bariloche. We will drive along the forests, lakes and mountains, which surround Bariloche. This is a trip to the most spectacular views and into the wood's deepest scenes. An experienced guide, who is specialized in botanic, will accompany you. We start the tour from Bariloche to the southeast along Ezequiel Bustillo Avenue, bordering the Nahuel Huapi Lake on a winding, all paved road. We arrive at the base of Campanario Mountain and have an included ride with the hill chair, taking them to the summit - 3400 feet (1050 meters) - with breathtaking views including lakes Nahuel Huapi and Moreno, the Trebol pond, St Peter's Peninsula, Llao Llao, Victoria Island and Otto, Lopez, Goye and Catedral Mountains, and the whole city of Bariloche. We then travel to Llao Llao Peninsula and over the coastline Puerto Pañuelo. We cross the Angostura River, which joins Lakes Moreno, Nahuel Huapi and Lopez Bay at the foot of Lopez Mountain. Enjoy views of Moreno Lake and Llao Llao Peninsula, after a photo stop, we continue to El Trebol.  (Buffet Breakfast)



• Day 6 - Bariloche - Buenos Aires (2 nights) Morning at leaisure to relax or book an optional excursion. In the afternoon transfer to the airport for our flight to Buenos Aires, Argentinaw. On our arrival we transfer to our hotel for the first of our two-night stay. This evening, enjoy a dinner followed by a Tango Show at El Viejo Almacen. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Americas Towers (2 nights)



• Day 7 - Buenos Aires sightseeing After breakfast our guided sightseeing tour begins with a stop at the Plaza de Mayo with the pink colored Casa Rosada, and we see the balcony where Eva Perón and her husband used to address the crowds below. Next, we see the Cabildo (town hall) and the Metropolitan Cathedral before heading to the districts of San Telmo and La Boca, with a visit to the cemetery of Recoleta, the burial site of Eva Duarte who became famous as Eva Perón. We continue along Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest avenue in the world, and more. Finally, a stop at Palermo before we return to the hotel with time at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)



• Day 8 - Colonia Excursion Today we embark on an excursion to Uruguay, visiting the colonial City of Colonia. Transfer from our hotel in Buenos Aires to the peir and by hydrofoil to the colonial city of Colonia in Uruguay. Visit the picturesque streets of Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in the country. After the visit to Colonia you will continue by hydrofoil back to Buenos Aires. (Buffet Breakfast, Lunch)



• Day 9 - Buenos Aires - Iguassu Falls (2 nights) A morning transfer to the airport for our flight to Iguassu. Upon arrival, you will visit the Argentinean side of the Falls. The Argentinean side offers paths leading very close to the different waterfalls. The first stop is at the Visitor's Center and proceeding from there to the Inferior Circuit, the down-river Falls, then to the Superior Circuit, the up-river cascades. Taking the Ecological Jungle Train that leads visitors to and from the most impressive observation point of the Falls-The Devil's Throat. After the visit you will be transferred to your hotel on the Brazilian side. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Bourbon Cataratas (2 nights)



• Day 10 - Iguassu Falls Today's morning drive brings us to the Brazilian side of these magnificent natural waterfalls, which are bigger and even more breathtaking than Niagara Falls! Here we enjoy a walking tour with a local guide. Cameras at the ready for this is truly one of the natural wonders of the world with its constant roar and showering spray making it a memorable experience not to be missed at any cost! There is also a chance to take an amazing optional helicopter trip over the very mouth of these most spectacular falls. Tonight, there is an included barbecue dinner at a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast, Dinner)



• Day 11 - Iguassu Falls - Rio de Janeiro (3 nights) After breakfast enjoy time on your own to book optional tours. This afternoon we are transferred to the airport for our flight to Rio de Janeiro, one of the most exciting cities in the world. On arrival we are taken to our hotel with time to check-in and relax. Later, you may wish to explore or go shopping. This evening, why not check out the restaurants or visit a Samba club! (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Excelsior Copacabana (3 nights)



• Day 12 - Rio de Janeiro sightseeing & at leisure Today's highlight is a visit to the Corcovado, the mountain upon which stands the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. En route we will see Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, and the traditional Cosme Velho. Here we take a cogwheel train to the 122 foot high statue of Christ the Redeemer. Time to take in this breathtaking panorama before an exciting descent. Next, we will drive by some of Rio's beaches and have lunch at a Barbeque Restaurant. Then, the rest of your day is at leisure to explore, maybe visit the Naive Art Museum! This evening, why not take an optional 'Rio by night' excursion including dinner and a visit to the Plataforma Samba Show, a lively and colourful folklore and carnival show? (Buffet Breakfast, Lunch)



• Day 13 - Rio de Janeiro at leisure Enjoy a full day at leisure in Rio de Janeiro. You Tour Guide will advise you of Optional Excursions that are available (Buffet Breakfast)



• Day 14 - Depart Rio de Janeiro 'Adeus' to Rio as we transfer to the airport for our return flight home. (Buffet Breakfast)

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