deluxe tours south america - catalogue of tours for 2011-2012

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DELUXE TOURSCataloguefor 2011-2012

Lic. Ramiro RodriguezSales [email protected]

Welcome to Deluxe-Tours, Welcome to our universe of exclusive and luxury servicesWe invite you to enjoy the visit of South America as an unforgettable experience, rather than a typical holiday. Immerse yourself in new experiences and cultures, and come away inspired by what you have seen and satisfied that everything was exactly as you wanted it.Take the trip you have always dreamed of taking. We spend an big amount of time with each and every client, learning about you and your interests so that we can create the most enjoyable travel experience possible. Our travel specialist will assist you to arrange the best tour, with deluxe hotels, excellent guides, unforgettable experiences. To offer this unique and exclusive services, Deluxe Tours, the special area of Ripio Turismo Incoming Tour Operator, uses local guides that know each destination as only a resident can. Guides in different languages, in each destination. Of course they are smart, dynamic, and personable. Guides conduct all touring to our careful specifications, and are pleased to suggest alterations to your itinerary during your trip to satisfy your personal interests and requests. Unlike a group tour, there is no fixed agenda: the guide is yours exclusively and the suggested itinerary can be altered as you wish.We know that comfort is important, so we include deluxe accommodation in all itineraries. South America offer excellent deluxe hotels in the most incredible destinations. Hotels will offer luxurious rooms and lobbies, and of course excellent relaxation services as an important component of your trip.We can afford to be so confident in the quality of our product because we have a sincere commitment to what we do and we know that we are the best. So, welcome to Deluxe Tours, an universe of exclusive and luxury tours in South America...

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CONTENTSTOURS TO VISIT SOUTH AMERICA

Argentine Patagonia Tour ....................................... Page 4

Wine & Colourful Landscapes .................................. Page 6

The Best of Patagonia ............................................. Page 9

Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls & Buenos Aires Tour ........ Page 13

Patagonia Paradise & Spa Relax ............................... Page 16

Machu Picchu & Galapagos Island ............................. Page 18

The Best of South America ...................................... Page 21

General Conditions ................................................. Page 25

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ARGENTINE PATAGONIA TOUR - 12 NIGHTS

DAY 1 : BUENOS AIRESArrival to Ezeiza International Airport called ministro Pistarini. Our guide will be waiting for you to transfer to your hotel. Quick city tour. Check in. 03 nights of accommodation. Our guide will inform about timmings and activities for the following days.

DAY 2 : BUENOS AIRESAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a full day tour to visit the best of Buenos Aires: We will visit Colón Theatre and the Obelisco. We will visit the Plaza de Mayo (May Square): historical, political and foundational epicenter. Metropolitan Cathedral, Government House, the Cabildo and the Municipality. In the south area of the city we will walk along old-stoned streets of San Telmo neighborhood were we will taste the magic of Tango. On the same direction we arrive to La Boca neighborhood. We will visit Caminito, the most tourist place of the area. Bordering the Riachuelo, our tour continues to the north area, visiting Puerto Madero, where many restaurants o�ers an excellent level of gastronomy in the city. In Retiro neighborhood we will �nd San Martín Square, dedicated to the General San Martin father of the country. We also will enjoy Palermo, which is a residential neighborhood with parks and elegant buildings, embassies, museums and monuments.

DAY 3 : BUENOS AIRESFree time. Our guide will suggest some activities to do this day, or may be enjoy a walking tour in some of the most exclusives areas in the city, like Recoleta.

At night, we will pick you up to transfer from your hotel to one of the most exclusive tango shows in Buenos Aires: Rojo Tango. Dinner is included. After the show, the vehicle will transfer you back to the hotel.

DAY 4 : BUENOS AIRES - USHUAIA After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer to Jorge Newbery Airport, located 15 min from the hotel, to take your �ight to Ushuaia, the city called "The City of the End of the World". Ushuaia is located in a wide bay on the southern coast of the island of Tierra del Fuego , bounded on the north by the Martial mountain range and on the south by the Beagle Channel . Its population is estimated today at about 64,000.Arrival to Malvinas Argentinas International Airport in Ushuaia. Transfer to hotel. 03 nights of accomodation

DAY 5 : USHUAIAAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit to one of the most natural environments in the island: The Tierra del Fuego National Park. the park stretches 60 km north from the Beagle Channel along the Chilean border. Its 630 square kilometres include parts of the Fagnano and Roca lakes, the second of which opens into the Lapataia Bay on the southern coast, a popular point for treks . The park has dramatic scenery, with waterfalls, forests, mountains and glaciers. Parts of the park are closed to protect the environment.

The park also o�ers a ride, for a railway built by the prison population which is now a tourist attraction known as the End of the World Train ( Tren del Fin del Mundo ), the southernmost railway in the world.

In the afternoon, we will return to the city. Our guide will suggest to visit one of the museums, for example the Old Prison Museum, the Maritimum Museum, or the Museum of the End of the World

DAY 6 : USHUAIAAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit to the heart of the Tierra del Fuego Island.

The �rst stage of the journey is to travel north along national route 3, enjoying views of the Valles Carbajal (Carbajal valley) and Tierra Mayor until the Garibaldi Pass. We then continue along route 3 until Aserradero Bronzovich where we take a secondary route. This is the beginning of the o�-road journey. One path takes us to the coast of Lago Fagnano (Lake Fagnano) where, in a strikingly beautiful forest, you will be served a breakfast of co�ee or tea and typical cookies.

We then continue o� road until arriving at the old route 3, which borders Lago Escondido (hidden lake). We will �nd the Hostería Petrel, an place to stop for a walk, drink a co�ee and enjoy the beautiful scenery. After this stop, we then return again to Route 3 back to the city of Ushuaia

DAY 7 : USHUAIA - EL CALAFATEAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer you to the airport to take your �ight to El Calafate: the gate to the glaciers...El Calafate is a small town in Patagonia. It is situated in the southern border of Lake Argentino, in the southwest part of the Santa Cruz Province. El Calafate is an important tourist destination as the hub to visit di�erent parts of the Los Glaciares National Park , including the Perito Moreno Glacier (one of the most visited in the world) and the Cerro Chaltén and Cerro Torre .

DAY 8 : EL CALAFATEAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start an excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is a glacier located in the Los Glaciares National Park. It is one of the most important tourist attractions in the Argentine Patagonia. The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of only three Patagonian glaciers that are not retreating. The terminus of the Perito Moreno Glacier is 5 kilometres (3 mi) wide, with an average height of 74 m (240 ft) above the surface of the water of Lake Argentino, in Argentina. It has a total ice depth of 170 metres (558 ft). In recent years, trekking tours on the ice have gained popularity. The two standard tours are a "mini-trekking" option, consisting of a short walk of about an hour and a half, and a "big ice" version, which is usually about �ve hours. Tour companies generally provide crampons to customers. Return to the city. Overnight

DAY 9 : EL CALAFATEAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a full day excursion to Los Glaciares National Park. We will transfer you to Puerto Bandera, to board a boat to navegate into the north arm of the Argentino Lake. We will navigate among icebergs and in front of the imponent Upsala Glacier. The Upsala Glacier is the largest glacier in the ice �eld.

You will enjoy being at the exclusive VIP section of the boat. This section is located above the boat standard section, has a privileged view, much more ample and comfortable seats, and an exclusive assistance for the VIP guests. From there you will continue on the Onelli Channel and you will disembark in Onelli Bay. Landing in Onelli Bay you �nd ourselves surrounded by forests Upon �nalizing the crossing of the forest you will see the Onelli Lagoon where you will visualize the Onelli, Bolado and Heim Glaciers

At noon you will have free time for lunch. Then you will embark and navigate towards the Spegazzini Channel, to see the Seco, Spegazzini and Heim South Glaciers At the end of the afternoon, we will return to Puerto Bandera and after disembarkation, we will transfer you back to the hotel.

DAY 10 : EL CALAFATE - BARILOCHE After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer you to the airport and take �ight to Bariloche. Arrival to Aeropuerto Internacional Teniente Luis Candelaria and transfer to your hotel. 03 nights of accommodation. Our guide will inform about timmings for activities in the following days

DAY 11 : BARILOCHE Free time. Our guide will suggest some activitites to do in the area. If you choose the Llao Llao Resort, Spa and Golf, you will have free time to enjoy activities and services there.

DAY 12 : BARILOCHE After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a boat navigation to visit Victoria Island and Arrayanes National Park. The tour begins at Puerto Pañuelo. We will sail for 30 minutes to Puerto Anchorena, located at the middle of the island's shoreline. The most outstanding walks are the former National Nursery Trail, the "Antonio Pargade" Interpretation Trail, Pto. Gross and old settlement, cave paintings and Playa del Toro, and the Balcony on Cerro Bella Vista, among others. All the corners of the island, with their magni�cent views, wealth of history and impressive natural surroundings, make the walks thoroughly enjoyable.

Perito Moreno Glacier, Patagonia, Argentina

WINE & COLOURFUL LANDSCAPES - 14 NIGHTS

DAY 1 : BUENOS AIRES Arrival to Ezeiza International Airport called ministro Pistarini. Our guide will be waiting for you to transfer to your hotel. Quick city tour. Check in. 03 nights of accommodation. Our guide will inform about timmings and activities for the following days




DAY 4 : BUENOS AIRES - TUCUMAN - CAFAYAYE After breakfast, check out. Our guide will pick you up for your transfer to Jorge Newbery Airport. Flight to Tucuman. Once in Tucumán, our guide will be waiting for you to start a quick city tour of Tucuman City. After that, we will enjoy the Calchaquies Valleys. They comprise a series of valleys extending through Tucumán, Salta and Catamarca provinces, which are surrounded by winding roads and high hills and are intersected by picturesque Northern towns such as Cafayate, Cachi, Tafí del Valle and Santa María.

Tafí del Valle Located at 107 Km from San Miguel de Tucumán over a 2,000 meters above sea level, this city contains adobe and straw constructions and stone pircas, which are thought to be traces of its prehispanic background. Some of its centers of attraction include: the craftsmen´ street, the ancient cheese-making ranches, the La Angostura Dam and Los Alisos Waterfall- where water sports are practised.

Quilmes Ruins Located in Tucumán province, at a 60 km-distance from Cafayate, they are regarded as the major Argentine precolombine ruins. Formerly inhabited by the Quilmes native indian tribe, the fortress at present lies on the peak of the Alto del Rey hill, above a 1850 mt height. The Diaguita-Quilmes community currently takes care of this environment and conducts guided-visits both for tourists.

Cafayate is one of the tourists favourite Northern cities 180 Km Southwards from the capital city of Salta. Apart from its majestic end of the XIX Century´s colonial and baroque architecture, Cafayate features several points of attraction such as the Calchaquí Archeaological Museum -where over one thousand archaeological pieces are on exhibit- and the Santa Teresita Hill Watchtower

This city features worldwide renowned wine-making wineries. The ideal soil and climate conditions in this region favor the manufacturing of high-quality wines such as the delicious torrontés, which has been worthy of countless international acknowledgements.

Arrival to Cafayate and overnight in a Wine Resort.

DAY 5: CAFAYATEAfter breakfast, we will enjoy the area. We will organize some visits to vineyards. Our guide will suggest some activities like horseback riding, rafting, etc. Overnight in a Wine Resort

DAY 6 : CAFAYATE - SALTA After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to continue with the route to Salta. We will drive along the route called Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas. The landscape is wonderful. Our guide will stop in some interesting points to take photos. We continue until arrive to Salta, capital city of the Province of Salta. Accommodation. Our guide will inform pick up timmings for activities the next days.

The City of Salta's main quality is its hispanic architecture, characterized by single-storey houses as well as narrow streets and sidewalks highlighted by the green and brownish of the surrounding hills. A tour around the city will allow people to discover museums, churches and big old houses that where built during the colony period.

The beautiful climate, a peaceful and relaxed life style, and people's kindness turn Salta into an unforgettable unique place

DAY 7 : SALTA - HUMAHUACA CANYON After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start one of the most incredible and picturesque excursions in the area. We will enjoy Humahuaca Canyon, declared World Heritage Site, by Unesco in 1993.

Humahuaca Canyon is a long valley in Jujuy province located in the Argentine northeastern region. With over 10,000 years of history, this was the region where ancient cultures dwelled. Today their rites, traditional festivals and religious beliefs are still alive

Mountain ranges surround this valley and the Grande river goes through it reaching 2,000 m high. Over 10,000 years of history have seen di�erent aborigines treading its trails. Among the various ethnic groups found here were the omaguacas, who gave their name to the region. “Humahuaca” means “sacred river”. The villages in the Quebrada keep their traditions, music, art and religious beliefs which date back to aboriginal times

Maimará is located 76 km away from San Salvador de Jujuy, the capital city, and 2,383 m high, Maimará stands as a cozy little town in the heart of the Quebrada de Humahuaca. In the olden days, the maimaras and tilcaras were the natives of the land. The main attraction is the Painter's Palette, a group of yellow, white and red hills which geologi-cally date to tertiary and quaternary periods

Tilcara is considered the Archeological capital of Jujuy, it is located 2,465 meters above sea level. Major attractions include the Archeological Museum Eduardo Casanova featuring mummies found in the region in gold garments, masks, and accessories; the Devil's Throat, a gorge made by waters in the rocks on the main course of the Huasama-yo river.

Humahuaca is one of the major towns in the Quebrada. Visitors will see its traditional narrow, cobble-stoned and colorful streets and numerous adobe homes. Its main attractions include: Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria Church built in 1641, the Cabildo with a clock featuring Saint Franscisco Solano's a real size image, and the Coctaca archeological ruins only 9km from the town

Finally, we will visit Purmamarca. Located 2,192 meters above sea level, it is a small village featuring beautiful 18th-century architecture. An example of this is the Santa Rosa de Lima Church: built in 1648 and made of adobe. Another major attraction is its handicraft market at the central plaza. Visitors will have a chance to buy clay pots, ponchos, carpets and musical instruments, among other things. Situated behind Pumamarca, this truly amazing slope of exposed rock in seven shades of reds and ocres resulting from ocean, lake and rain sediments over the centuries o�er one of the most enchanting visual e�ects in the country. Visitors can do photographic safaris, go horseback-riding, hiking or biking.Overnight in a wonderful hotel with view to the 7-colour hill.

DAY 8 : PURMAMARCA - JUJUY After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to visit San Salvador de Jujuy City, capital of Jujuy Province. If you´re interested, our guide can organize a visit to Salinas Grandes (Salt Flats)

Located 126 km away from Pumamarca in Salta province, the area comprises a 12,000 hectare salt mine in the open sky o�ering one of the most amazing views in Argentina. The drive from Pumamarca goes over the Cuesta del Lipán, bordering cli�s through a deep canyon. Visitors can learn from locals about the old salt extraction process.

Return to Salta City. If you are interested in some folckloric music, our guide will suggest a good dinner show. Overnight

DAY 9 : SALTA - MENDOZA After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer to the airport to take �ight to Mendoza: gate to the Wine Country, where vineyards, wineries and mountain landscapes are the main attraction. Accommodation in an excellent Wine Lodge. Free time.

DAY 10 - MENDOZA Today, our guide will pick you up, to start a city tour visiting the mail areas of Mendoza City.

Mendoza city main features lie on its wide clean sidewalks view, its citizens hospitality, its leafy trees, its squares and parades, its low-buildings, and its quiet road tra�c. All these conditions lead you to feel far from a big city, due to the lack of crowds, noise and pollution within a big city lung.

The capital city (110.447 inhabitants, 750 metres above sea level and 54 km2) is the commercial and administrative center of Mendoza, which o�ers a wide range of cultural events through its museums, universities, churches, art galleries, theatres, congresses and conventions.

Going to the west on Emilio Civit avenue, one of the most beautiful avenues on the city, you reach the imposing early-twentieth century French gates, that welcome tou to the 419 hectares Jose Francisco de San Martín Park.

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Designed by Carlos Thays in 1897, this city lung has more than 50.000 trees from 700 di�erent species, a big lake and Regattas Club on its shore, water fountains, and a great rose garden with at least 500 types for visitor to deligh in. Besides, on the so-called La Olla depression lies the Islas Malvinas Stadium, one of the Stadiums where the 1978 World Cup was played. At the end of this park, you may visit the Zoo, with more than 700 autochthonous and exotic species, this Zoo is well-known for the high quality environments where the anomals are kept. At the top of the hill Cerro de la Gloria, a natural viewpoint of the area and the city, the monument to the Andes Army was build by Juan Ferrari, and Uruguayan artist. From that point, at night you can look at the city as drawn by the roads lights. Behind the hill, you will �nd the Frank Romero Day Greek Theatre, big enough for 21.686 people, where our traditional grape harvest party is held. In the afternoon, we will visit some interesting wineries. Return to the lodge. Overnight.

DAY 11 - MENDOZA Free time to enjoy the lodge. If you want, our guide will suggest some interesting activities, like a horseback riding in the Andes, or may be a white water rafting in the area of Rio Mendoza.

DAY 12 - MENDOZA - SANTIAGO After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start one of the most incredible routes. It´s the route from Mendoza to Santiago, crossing the Andes. The landscape is unique. We will stop several times to take excellent photos!

Along the highway, you will cross Cacheuta thermal water center of international fame, at 1200 meters above sea level, and Potrerillos to reach to Uspallata. In the so called town, which used to be a military town , you can visit the vaults (peculiar structures with dome-like roof from the eighteenth century) This valley served as natural stage for the movie: Siete Años en el Tibet (Seven Years on Tibet) Further up, you will cross the Colonial bridge (Puente Colonial), over Picheuta river, to delight at Tambillos with the Incas Ruins. When reaching Punta de V acas as an introduction to what you will see, have a look at the Tupungato Volcano (6800 meters high).

Along the highway to the Andes mountain range (Cordillera de los Andes), you will reach Penitentes ski center. Ten kilometers further, you will be able to admire the Bridge of Inca (Puente del Inca), an ochre calcareous structure over Las Cuevas river, with thermal water springs. The resort commercially in charge of these springs was built down by an avalanche in 1965. On your way to the mountains range, you arrie at the Argentina Customs O�ce (Aduana Argentina) and the road to Aconcagua Park (Parque Provincial Aconcagua), where you should stop and enjoy the view of the Aconcagua Mount (6959 meters high).

Should you continue driving on the highway, before crossing the International Tunnel (Túnel Internacional). To get into Chilean territory, you will reach Las Cuevas, the furthest Argentine town at 3151 meters above sea level. We cross the border to enter to Chile. The lanscape is also wonderful. We will arrive to Santiago in the afternoon. Our guide will o�er free time to rest, and will suggest a good restaurant to enjoy the best gastronomy of Chile. Overnight.

DAY 13 - SANTIAGO After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a city tour to visit the best of Santiago: departs from your hotel to visit the Old Civic Center, La Moneda Government Palace, Plaza de Armas square surrounded by the Cathedral, National Museum of History, Post O�ce Headquarters, then a short visit to the Pre-Columbian Museum, continuing by Alameda B.O'Higgins main avenue and Republic avenue to admire old magni�cent houses, the Club Hipico race track, The Cousiño Palace, the Santa Lucia hill, then the San Cristobal Hill, with a panoramic view of the whole city , visiting later the new civic center of Providencia – Las Condes, residential areas with excellent gourmet restaurants, parks and shopping malls.

DAY 14 - SANTIAGO - WINE TRAIN After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a very special full day activitiy in the called Tren del Vino (Wine Train). The activity start with a transfer to San Fernando Train Station around 9.30 am.

• 10.30 am Train departure from San Fernando Station in VIP coach, including 5 reserve wine tastings served by a sommelier accompanied by cheese, fruits, etc . Includes folklore singer and English guide. • 12:15 pm Arrival to Santa Cruz : Welcome tourists with an “Esquinazo” (typical national Chilean dance “Cueca”) • 01 :00 pm Premium Vineyard visit, including a tour to the wine cellars and 2 reserve wine tastings . • 02:20 pm Buffet Lunch at 5 stars “Santa Cruz Hotel”. • 04:15 pm Guided visit to the Colchagua Museum . Around 5.30 pm. our vehicle will be waiting for us to transfer back to the hotel in Santiago. Overnight.

DAY 15 - SANTIAGOAfter breakfast, our guide will organize a quick shopping tour, until your transfer to Santiago Airprot to take �ight back to home.

ALVEAR PALACE HOTEL (BUENOS AIRES)PATIOS DE CAFAYATE WINE RESORT (CAFAYATE)HOUSE OF JASMINES (SALTA)CAVAS WINE LODGE (MENDOZA)RITZ CARLTON (SANTIAGO)

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THE BEST OF PATAGONIA - 16 NIGHTS





DAY 4 : BUENOS AIRES - USHUAIA After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer to Jorge Newbery Airport, located 15 min from the hotel, to take your �ight to Ushuaia, the city called "The City of the End of the World". Ushuaia is located in a wide bay on the southern coast of the island of Tierra del Fuego , bounded on the north by the Martial mountain range and on the south by the Beagle Channel . Its population is estimated today at about 64,000.Arrival to Malvinas Argentinas International Airport in Ushuaia. Transfer to hotel. 03 nights of accomodation

DAY 5 : USHUAIAAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit to one of the most natural environments in the island: The Tierra del Fuego National Park. the park stretches 60 km north from the Beagle Channel along the Chilean border. Its 630 square kilometres include parts of the Fagnano and Roca lakes, the second of which opens into the Lapataia Bay on the southern coast, a popular point for treks . The park has dramatic scenery, with waterfalls, forests, mountains and glaciers. Parts of the park are closed to protect the environment.

The park also o�ers a ride, for a railway built by the prison population which is now a tourist attraction known as the End of the World Train ( Tren del Fin del Mundo ), the southernmost railway in the world.

In the afternoon, we will return to the city. Our guide will suggest to visit one of the museums, for example the Old Prison Museum, the Maritimum Museum, or the Museum of the End of the World

DAY 6 : USHUAIAAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit to the heart of the Tierra del Fuego Island.

The �rst stage of the journey is to travel north along national route 3, enjoying views of the Valles Carbajal (Carbajal valley) and Tierra Mayor until the Garibaldi Pass. We then continue along route 3 until Aserradero Bronzovich where we take a secondary route. This is the beginning of the o�-road journey. One path takes us to the coast of Lago Fagnano (Lake Fagnano) where, in a strikingly beautiful forest, you will be served a breakfast of co�ee or tea and typical cookies.

We then continue o� road until arriving at the old route 3, which borders Lago Escondido (hidden lake). We will �nd the Hostería Petrel, an place to stop for a walk, drink a co�ee and enjoy the beautiful scenery. After this stop, we then return again to Route 3 back to the city of Ushuaia

DAY 7 : USHUAIA - EL CALAFATEAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer you to the airport to take your �ight to El Calafate: the gate to the glaciers...El Calafate is a small town in Patagonia. It is situated in the southern border of Lake Argentino, in the southwest part of the Santa Cruz Province. El Calafate is an important tourist destination as the hub to visit di�erent parts of the Los Glaciares National Park , including the Perito Moreno Glacier (one of the most visited in the world) and the Cerro Chaltén and Cerro Torre .


The Perito Moreno Glacier is a glacier located in the Los Glaciares National Park. It is one of the most important tourist attractions in the Argentine Patagonia. The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of only three Patagonian glaciers that are not retreating. The terminus of the Perito Moreno Glacier is 5 kilometres (3 mi) wide, with an average height of 74 m (240 ft) above the surface of the water of Lake Argentino, in Argentina. It has a total ice depth of 170 metres (558 ft). In recent years, trekking tours on the ice have gained popularity. The two standard tours are a "mini-trekking" option, consisting of a short walk of about an hour and a half, and a "big ice" version, which is usually about �ve hours. Tour companies generally provide crampons to customers. Return to the city. Overnight


You will enjoy being at the exclusive VIP section of the boat. This section is located above the boat standard section, has a privileged view, much more ample and comfortable seats, and an exclusive assistance for the VIP guests. From there you will continue on the Onelli Channel and you will disembark in Onelli Bay. Landing in Onelli Bay you �nd ourselves surrounded by forests Upon �nalizing the crossing of the forest you will see the Onelli Lagoon where you will visualize the Onelli, Bolado and Heim Glaciers

At noon you will have free time for lunch. Then you will embark and navigate towards the Spegazzini Channel, to see the Seco, Spegazzini and Heim South Glaciers At the end of the afternoon, we will return to Puerto Bandera and after disembarkation, we will transfer you back to the hotel.

DAY 10 : EL CALAFATE - TORRES DEL PAINEAfter breakfast, the vehicle will pick you up to cross the border and arrive to Torres del Paine National Park in Chile. Overnight

DAY 11 : TORRES DEL PAINE Free time to enjoy the park. The hotel will o�er a wide variety of explorations, like horseback ridings, trekkings, etc.



DAY 14 : TORRES DEL PAINE - SANTIAGO After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer to Punta Arenas. Quick City Tour to visit the best of the city and transfer to the airport to take �ight to Santiago. In Santiago, our guide will be waiting for you for your transfer to the hotel. 03 nights of accommodation with breakfast

DAY 15 : SANTIAGOAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a city tour to visit the best of Santiago: departs from your hotel to visit the Old Civic Center, La Moneda Government Palace, Plaza de Armas square surrounded by the Cathedral, National Museum of History, Post O�ce Headquarters, then a short visit to the Pre-Columbian Museum, continuing by Alameda B.O'Higgins main avenue and Republic avenue to admire old magni�cent houses, the Club Hipico race track, The Cousiño Palace, the Santa Lucia hill, then the San Cristobal Hill, with a panoramic view of the whole city , visiting later the new civic center of Providencia – Las Condes, residential areas with excellent gourmet restaurants, parks and shopping malls.

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- Private services including english speaking guide in each destination- Luxury Accommodation in each destination - Daily breakfast- Internal �ights to cover the itinerary- 24-hours phone assistance- Entrance Fees to National Parks

DAY 16 : VIÑA DEL MAR & VALPARAISOAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit to Viña del Mar and Valpaiso. Just 140 kilometers west of Santiago on the Paci�c coast, neighboring Vina del Mar (Vina) and Valparaiso (Valpo) are like opposite sides of the same coin. Vina del Mar, the 'Garden City,' is one of Chile's premier beach resorts, with excellent hotels and shopping. Valparaiso, a world heritage site and immortalized in the words of Pablo Neruda, is one of Chile's if not South America's most charismatic and historic ports, with its charming "ascensores" (funiculars) and colorful hillside houses. In recent years both cities, together with some of its neighbors have combined their e�orts to provide a new year �reworks spectacle ranging several miles of coastline and challenged only by the biggest international events.

DAY 17 : SANTIAGO Free time until transfer to Santiago de Chile Airport. If your �ight leaves in the evening, our guide will arrange a shopping tour.

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RIO DE JANEIRO, IGUAZU FALLS & BUENOS AIRES TOUR - 9 NIGHTS

DAY 1 : RIO DE JANEIRO Arrival to Rio de Janeiro Airport. Our guide will pick you up to transfer to your hotel in the city. We will o�er a quick view of the city. Check in. 03 nights of accommodation with breakfast.

Our guide will suggest some free activities to do in the afternoon, and will inform about pick up timmings for activities the next two days. Overnight.

DAY 2 : RIO DE JANEIROAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a city tour visiting the best of Rio de Janeiro. We will start visiting the centre of the city. Passing the dream beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, we arrive at the monument in honour of Estácio de Sá, who laid the foundations of the city in 1565. A�ording us a lovely view of our �nal destination, i.e. the Sugar Loaf, we will stop to capture the magni�cent scenery in a photograph. We continue our ride alongside Guanabara Bay, casting glances at the tall stone Memorial to the Dead of the Second World War, the Modern Art Museum, Rio's most important centre of contemporary art, and Glória Church, a precious gem of Luso-Brazilian Baroque perched on a hill.

Leaving Santos Dumont airport, that links Rio to São Paulo by shuttle �ights, behind us, we head towards the Quinze de Novembro Square, where the history of Rio de Janeiro began. On the way there, a �ne example of art nouveau will arouse our attention: Rio's ferry boat terminal. Besides, a little, enchanting castle �oating in Guanabara Bay will catch our eyes and evoke childhood fantasies of fairyland: The lime green, neo-Gothic palace on Fiscal Island is primarily associated with the last ball hosted by Brazil's Empire, six days before the Brazilian Republic was proclai-med, on 15 November 1889. Thereafter, the Paço Imperial comes into sight. Built in 1743, it functioned as royal palace and seat of government. In 1888, the Freedom from Slavery Act was proclaimed from its steps. We pass Candelária Church, the largest and wealthiest church of Imperial Brazil and learn that São Bento Monastery, located atop a hill, is considered to be one of the most beautiful architectural complexes in Brazil.

Continuing past Praça Mauá, where Brazil's �rst skyscraper came up, we reach Rio's ultramodern Cathedral, dating from 1976. We take a look inside to see the four huge stained-glass windows. Our third stop (tra�c conditions permitting) is in front of the Teatro Municipal, a tribute to Paris whose opera house inspired its design. Since its inception in 1909, it has been Brazil's Mecca for the erudite arts. Located in Cinelândia Square as well are the National Fine Arts Museum, the country's foremost repository of classic Brazilian artwork and the National Library displaying neo-classic and art nouveau paintings.

Leaving the city's vibrant area we take the Presidente Vargas Avenue, one of Rio's main tra�c arteries, and bound for the Sambódromo. Completed in 1984, it is a kilometre-long tiered street custom-made for samba parades. We step onto this 'holy ground' where on 2 consecutive days year after year Rio's 14 top-�ight samba schools have some 60 minutes each to present the results of one year of preparation. Proceeding further north, we get to Maracanã, where everything revolves around soccer. More than 11,000 people were involved in the construction of the world's largest football stadium. Being acquainted now also with the outside of Rio's temple of sport, it is time we are wending our way to the Sugar Loaf. The domed rock sentinel that guards the entrance of Guanabara Bay constitutes - along with Corcovado Mountain - one of Rio's most emblematic natural landmarks.

At Praia Vermelha, Rio's only beach with yellow instead of white sand, we check in for the Sugar Loaf. Two cable cars lift us 396 m above Rio: The �rst takes us to the top of Urca Hill. From here, we can enjoy a nice view of Guanabara Bay and the coastline. Urca Hill has its own restaurant, souvenir shops, a playground, a helipad and an amphitheatre. The second cable car goes up to the peak. And when Rio de Janeiro lies at our feet, we are o�ered the visual proof that the city deserves its nickname 'Cidade Maravilhosa' (Marvellous City). We feast our eyes on the beauty of Rio and drunk with awe, we return to our hotel

DAY 3 : RIO DE JANEIRO After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit of Corcovado and Tijuca Forest.

We start to Rio's trademark statue: Christ the Redeemer surmounting the hunch-backed peak of Corcovado. To reach our destination, we ride along the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, a natural salt-water lagoon surrounded by luxurious homes, and head for the tunnel Rebouças which runs beneath Corcovado. We see light at the end of the tunnel in the Cosme Velho District. Before boarding the Corcovado cog train, we take a step back to the early 19th century: The Largo do Boticário is a quaint square bearing witness to neo-colonial architecture.

After this look back, the steep cog railway takes us up to Christ. Our journey aboard the miniature train that runs 3.8 kilometres (2.4 miles) through a luxuriant tropical forest a�ords stunning glimpses of Rio from di�erent angles. The 90,000 seedlings that were planted between 1861 and 1874 gave birth to the world's largest urban forest covering today some 3,300 hectares. Tijuca forest is home to hundreds of species of plants and wildlife and has been declared part of Brazil's national heritage.

From the upper railway terminus, 220 steps lead us to 1,145 tons of concrete taking shape of God's son. Since 1931 Christ has been stretching out his arms and keeping a watchful eye on Rio de Janeiro. The Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa and the French sculptor Paul Landowsky were the fathers of the massive statue which rises - 710 metres (2,329 ft) above sea level - 30 metres (98.4 ft) up into the sunny skies of Brazil and extends its arms horizonta-lly; its �ngertips covering a distance of 28 metres.

We have approximately an hour to enjoy the divine views of Rio and to spot its sandy beaches, rocky islands, granite peaks and several outstanding man-made attractions. Besides the city's symbolic monument, Corcovado Mountain also features a small chapel in the statue pedestal and some secular phenomena: a café and souvenir shops.

Thereafter, the Corcovado cog train will take us back to Cosme Velho through the thick, exuberant Tijuca forest. We traverse the Rebouças tunnel and on our right side we will catch a glimpse of the Hipódromo, the city's horse-racing track, designed in Louis XV-style. Before returning to our hotel, we bend right towards the exclusive São Conrado District and stop at the tranquil Pepino beach.

DAY 4 : RIO DE JANEIRO - IGUAZU FALLS After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer to the airport to take �ight to Foz do Iguaçu: Gate to the Magic of Nature, the Iguazu Falls. Our guide will be waiting for your transfer to the hotel, and will inform about pick up timmings for activities to visit the parks.

DAY 5 - IGUAZU FALLS Today, our guide will pick you up, to start one of the most incredible visits in South America: Iguazu Falls.

Emotion prevails in the face of the Iguazú Falls. A sense of magic and charm surrounds everyone enjoying the falls and natural attractions of this ecological sanctuary. It is a million square kilometers area in the northeast of Argentina bordering the south of Brazil. It is the major remaining sample of "Paranaense jungle" and the major biodiversity sample in the argentine territory. Every tourist visiting and enjoying Iguazú National Park will experience the sensation of being the heart of a paradise, currently �t with infrastructure and means of transport ecologically conceived for a proper visit of the Park. Catwalks, path and squares allow the delight of visitors and the Green Trains provide a beautiful ride through the thick forest.

The Green Path, is a walk through the thickness of the jungle, meeting birds, butter�ies and a marsh. Access to the Upper and the Lower Circuits. 20 minutes. Di�culty: No stairs. The Upper Circuit will o�er a magni�cent panoramic views of the Falls and the delta of the Iguazú river formed by a number of luxuriant islands. 1:15 hours. Di�culty: No stairs. The Lower Circuit is a set of catwalks strategically distributed allow the most amazing views of Falls and an intimate experience in charming corners of the jungle.

Finally, we will visit the Devil´s Throat, indescribable for its beauty and energy thrilling everybody with an impressive mixture of noises and landscapes. You must see it. 2:00 hours. Di�culty: No stairs.

A circuit of ecological trains in the middle of the jungle and along the riverside taking the visitor to the access of the catwalks and attractions within the Park.

DAY 6 - IGUAZU FALLS Today, our guide will pick you up, to start a visit of the Brazilian Side of the Falls. It´s a half day tour to enjoy a panoramic view of the falls located on the argentinean side, and some falls located on the brazilian side. It´s a 1300 mts trail. Our guide will o�er to visit Foz do Iguaçu, for a short shopping tour if you´re interested. Return to the hotel.

DAY 7 - IGUAZU FALLS - BUENOS AIRESAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up for your transfer to Puerto Iguazu Airport to take �ight to Buenos Aires. Arrival to Jorge Newbery Airport. Our guide will be waiting for you to transfer to your hotel. Quick city tour. Check in. 03 nights of accommodation. Our guide will inform about timmings and activities for the following days.

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DAY 10 : BUENOS AIRESAfter breakfast, check out. If you want, our guide will arrange a shopping tour before your transfer out to Ezeiza International Airport

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DAY 4 : BUENOS AIRES - BARILOCHE After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer you to the airport and take �ight to Bariloche. Arrival to Aeropuerto Internacional Teniente Luis Candelaria and transfer to your hotel, after a short visit to enjoy the neighbourhoods: Llao Llao Park, Moreno Lake, Colonia Suiza, Lopez Hill, etc. Check in and 04 nights of accommoda-tion Llao Llao Hotel Golf & Spa Resort

DAY 5 : BARILOCHE Free time to enjoy Llao Llao Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort



DAY 8 : BARILOCHE - BUENOS AIRES - PUNTA DEL ESTE After breakfast, our guide will pick you up for a transfer to the airport, to take your �ight back to Buenos Aires. Connection with �ight to Punta del Este. Transfer to Mantra Resort & Spa. 3 nights of accommodation with breakfast

DAY 9 : PUNTA DEL ESTE Free time to enjoy Mantra Resort & Spa

DAY 10 : PUNTA DEL ESTE Free time to enjoy Mantra Resort & Spa

DAY 11 : PUNTA DEL ESTE Free time to enjoy Mantra Resort & Spa until transfer to airport

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MACHU PICCHU &GALAPAGOS ISLAND- 11 NIGHTS

DAY 1 : LIMA Free time until transfer to Santiago de Chile Airport. If your �ight leaves in the evening, our guide will arrange a shopping tour. Arrival to Lima and transfer to your hotel.

Our guide will pick you up to start the visit of Lima. Our guided tour of historic downtown Lima takes you through the historical landmarks of Lima including the main square, San Martin's Square, the Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, City Hall, and the main government buildings. Furthermore, the downtown tour includes the breathtaking architectural sights of the mostly unchanged streets lined with colonial mansions and classical balconies, also visiting the San Francisco Church and its well famous Catacombs. Leaving downtown Lima the tour continues through a number of other time-honored residential areas of Lima such as San Isidro, El Olivar (an area named after the olive trees brought from Spain in the 16th century), and a number of bordering neighborhoods. The tour ends with brief visits to Parque Central Mira�ores (park of Mira�ores) and Parque del Amor (park of love), the latter features a spectacular view of the Paci�c Ocean. Return to the hotel.

DAY 2: LIMA - CUZCO - MACHU PICCHU Our guide will pick you up to transfer to airport to take your �ight to Cuzco. Arrival and check-in.

Afternoon visit the Temple of the Sun (Koricancha) the most sacred buildings during the Inca culture, continuing to the nearby ruins includes visits to the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, overlooking the city of Cusco, pre-Inca architectural masterpiece; Kenko, a rock sanctuary whose main attraction is a monolithic altar representing a puma, the red Fortress of Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay: beautiful fountain fed by a spring forming a series of basins. Transfer to Hotel Sanctury Lodge by alpine train to Machu Picchu.

DAY 3 - MACHU PICCHUAll day excursion to enjoy Machu Picchu. We will visit the ruins which are on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two separate arcas: the agricultural and the urban.

DAY 4 - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO - LIMA After breakfast, transfer back to Cuzco on Vistadome train and transfer to airport to take �ight back to Lima. Transfer to your hotel in Lima for last night in Perú.

DAY 5 - LIMA - QUITOFree time until transfer to airport to take �ight to Quito. Arrival and transfer to Hotel in Quito. After check-in our guide will start a comprehensive city tour which includes visits to residential neighbourhoods at the northern end of the city, visiting the " Guapulo Mirador", passing through the 12 of October Avenue up to the Culture House and the Legislative Palace (Congress) where the rock murals that are related to the history of Ecuador can be appreciated..

The tour will then continue through the Gran Colombia Avenue up to the Basilica Church, where we will make a brief stop and next, the "San Juan Mirador" from where you will have a beautiful sight of The Colonial Quito.

After walking through the colonial streets we will then stop at the Independence Plaza admiring the Cathedral, the Government's Palace, and the Archiepiscopal palace. Furthermore, we will visit The Company Church where adornments and gold altars can be appreciated, a visit to the Sagrario Church and San Francisco Church, which was built during the 17th century, will be also done. And then, we will be heading to the "Panecillo Mirador", the most famous hill of Quito, from where a sight of the colonial and modern Quito will be taken

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DAY 6: GALAPAGOS ISLANDAM: Charles Darwin Research Station (Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz), where we willlearn about the tortoise and land-iguana breeding programs, followed by some timein town for optional shopping & sight-seeing.PM: Highlands (Santa Cruz), we will have the opportunity to see Galapagos GiantTortoises in the wild. This is also one of the best sites for watching land birds:Darwin's Finches and Vermilion Flycatchers. The land visit may last 2-3 hours(including a bus ride).

DAY 7: GALAPAGOS ISLANDAM: Gardner Bay (Hood Island/Espanola Island), snorkeling along Gardner Islet, maybe kayaking, and a walk on the beach to observe sea lions and Hood Island. Mockingbirds.

PM: Punta Suarez, there are large colonies of Blue-footed and Masked (Nazca)Boobies, Marine Iguanas, Albatrosses and Swallow-tailed Gulls. The walk will take 3-4 hours starting with a dry landing.

DAY 8: GALAPAGOS ISLAND AM: Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island), a wet landing onto a mineral beach,followed by a short walk to a lagoon, where we �nd �amingos and other waders. Atthe end of this trail we reach a beautiful white sandy beach where sea turtles nest.This will be followed by a short panga ride to Devil’s Crown for some snorkeling.The morning activities will take around 3 hours.

PM: Post O�ce Bay (Floreana Island), we will visit the historic Post O�ce Barrel.This short visit starts with a wet landing, spending no longer that an hour at thesite.

DAY 9: GALAPAGOS ISLAND AM: Punta Moreno (Isabela Island), starts with a 2 hour walk across lava �elds,while experiencing ‘oasis like’ lagoons, rich in �ora and fauna. We will seeGalapagos Flamingos and there is a good opportunity to spot our �rst cormorantsand penguins.

PM: Elizabeth Bay (Isabela Island), there will be a panga ride to a quiet mangrovelagoon where sea turtles rest. Occasionally, Galapagos Penguins may be sighted.The afternoon program will take around 1½ hours.

DAY 10: GALAPAGOS ISLANDAM: Urbina Bay (Isabela Island), we will walk over di�erent terrains, seeing largeLand Iguanas, a variety of native and endemic plants, and sometimes GiantTortoises in their natural habitat. There are also the remains of a 50-year up-lifting,exposing coral heads and other marine fossils.

PM: Punta Espinosa (Fernandina Island), there will be a dry landing, walking overlava �elds observing large colonies of Marine Iguanas, Flightless Cormorants,penguins and sea lions, which will take us around 2 hours.

DAY 11: GALAPAGOS ISLANDAM: Puerto Egas (Santiago Island), a coastal walk exploring the great variety oftidal marine life, Galapagos Fur Seals, sea lions, Marine Iguanas. There is goodswimming o� the beach and a broad array of marine life to view when snorkeling.PM: Bartolomé, this is an up-hill walk and once at the summit we will experiencepanoramic views of Bartolomé and its famous Pinnacle Rock. We will also beswimming and snorkeling o� the beach where we may see more penguins. It willtake approximately 3 hours which includes a dry landing for the walk and a wetbeach landing.

DAY 12: GALAPAGOS ISLANDAM: Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz Island), there will be a panga ride to observesea turtles, rays and sharks. This will be a fairly short trip so we can return toBaltra in time for the �ight to mainland Ecuador. This visit is done before breakfast.This is our normal itinerary approved by the Galapagos National Park. We usually visit the above visitors’ sites. The time spent at each place will depend on the variety of wildlife present, weatherconditions, etc. and decided by the guide and captain on board.

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The tour continues by boat to Peninsula Quetrihué where there is another major attraction - Los Arrayanes National Park. A boardwalk leads through the magical atmosphere of a unique forest of magni�cent "arrayán” trees growing over 15 meters tall, with their thick, cinnamon-colored trunks with white patches. Return to Puerto Pañuelo in the afternoon. Transfer back to the hotel.

DAY 13 : BARILOCHE - BUENOS AIRES After breakfast, our guide will pick you up for a transfer to the airport, to take your �ight back to Buenos Aires. Our guide in the capital city will be waiting for you for a last view of the city, may be a shopping tour before transfer you to the Ezeiza Int. Airport.

Perito Moreno Glacier, Patagonia, Argentina

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THE BEST OF SOUTH AMERICA - 25 NIGHTS

DAY 1 : RIO DE JANEIRO Arrival to Rio de Janeiro Airport. Our guide will pick you up to transfer to your hotel in the city. We will o�er a quick view of the city. Check in. 03 nights of accommodation with breakfast.

Our guide will suggest some free activities to do in the afternoon, and will inform about pick up timmings for activities the next two days. Overnight.

DAY 2 : RIO DE JANEIROAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a city tour visiting the best of Rio de Janeiro. We will start visiting the centre of the city. Passing the dream beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, we arrive at the monument in honour of Estácio de Sá, who laid the foundations of the city in 1565. A�ording us a lovely view of our �nal destination, i.e. the Sugar Loaf, we will stop to capture the magni�cent scenery in a photograph. We continue our ride alongside Guanabara Bay, casting glances at the tall stone Memorial to the Dead of the Second World War, the Modern Art Museum, Rio's most important centre of contemporary art, and Glória Church, a precious gem of Luso-Brazilian Baroque perched on a hill.

Leaving Santos Dumont airport, that links Rio to São Paulo by shuttle �ights, behind us, we head towards the Quinze de Novembro Square, where the history of Rio de Janeiro began. On the way there, a �ne example of art nouveau will arouse our attention: Rio's ferry boat terminal. Besides, a little, enchanting castle �oating in Guanabara Bay will catch our eyes and evoke childhood fantasies of fairyland: The lime green, neo-Gothic palace on Fiscal Island is primarily associated with the last ball hosted by Brazil's Empire, six days before the Brazilian Republic was proclai-med, on 15 November 1889. Thereafter, the Paço Imperial comes into sight. Built in 1743, it functioned as royal palace and seat of government. In 1888, the Freedom from Slavery Act was proclaimed from its steps. We pass Candelária Church, the largest and wealthiest church of Imperial Brazil and learn that São Bento Monastery, located atop a hill, is considered to be one of the most beautiful architectural complexes in Brazil.

Continuing past Praça Mauá, where Brazil's �rst skyscraper came up, we reach Rio's ultramodern Cathedral, dating from 1976. We take a look inside to see the four huge stained-glass windows. Our third stop (tra�c conditions permitting) is in front of the Teatro Municipal, a tribute to Paris whose opera house inspired its design. Since its inception in 1909, it has been Brazil's Mecca for the erudite arts. Located in Cinelândia Square as well are the National Fine Arts Museum, the country's foremost repository of classic Brazilian artwork and the National Library displaying neo-classic and art nouveau paintings.

Leaving the city's vibrant area we take the Presidente Vargas Avenue, one of Rio's main tra�c arteries, and bound for the Sambódromo. Completed in 1984, it is a kilometre-long tiered street custom-made for samba parades. We step onto this 'holy ground' where on 2 consecutive days year after year Rio's 14 top-�ight samba schools have some 60 minutes each to present the results of one year of preparation. Proceeding further north, we get to Maracanã, where everything revolves around soccer. More than 11,000 people were involved in the construction of the world's largest football stadium. Being acquainted now also with the outside of Rio's temple of sport, it is time we are wending our way to the Sugar Loaf. The domed rock sentinel that guards the entrance of Guanabara Bay constitutes - along with Corcovado Mountain - one of Rio's most emblematic natural landmarks.

At Praia Vermelha, Rio's only beach with yellow instead of white sand, we check in for the Sugar Loaf. Two cable cars lift us 396 m above Rio: The �rst takes us to the top of Urca Hill. From here, we can enjoy a nice view of Guanabara Bay and the coastline. Urca Hill has its own restaurant, souvenir shops, a playground, a helipad and an amphitheatre. The second cable car goes up to the peak. And when Rio de Janeiro lies at our feet, we are o�ered the visual proof that the city deserves its nickname 'Cidade Maravilhosa' (Marvellous City). We feast our eyes on the beauty of Rio and drunk with awe, we return to our hotel

DAY 3 : RIO DE JANEIRO After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit of Corcovado and Tijuca Forest.

We start to Rio's trademark statue: Christ the Redeemer surmounting the hunch-backed peak of Corcovado. To reach our destination, we ride along the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, a natural salt-water lagoon surrounded by luxurious homes, and head for the tunnel Rebouças which runs beneath Corcovado. We see light at the end of the tunnel in the Cosme Velho District. Before boarding the Corcovado cog train, we take a step back to the early 19th century: The Largo do Boticário is a quaint square bearing witness to neo-colonial architecture.

After this look back, the steep cog railway takes us up to Christ. Our journey aboard the miniature train that runs 3.8 kilometres (2.4 miles) through a luxuriant tropical forest a�ords stunning glimpses of Rio from di�erent angles. The 90,000 seedlings that were planted between 1861 and 1874 gave birth to the world's largest urban forest covering today some 3,300 hectares. Tijuca forest is home to hundreds of species of plants and wildlife and has been declared part of Brazil's national heritage.

From the upper railway terminus, 220 steps lead us to 1,145 tons of concrete taking shape of God's son. Since 1931 Christ has been stretching out his arms and keeping a watchful eye on Rio de Janeiro. The Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa and the French sculptor Paul Landowsky were the fathers of the massive statue which rises - 710 metres (2,329 ft) above sea level - 30 metres (98.4 ft) up into the sunny skies of Brazil and extends its arms horizonta-lly; its �ngertips covering a distance of 28 metres.

We have approximately an hour to enjoy the divine views of Rio and to spot its sandy beaches, rocky islands, granite peaks and several outstanding man-made attractions. Besides the city's symbolic monument, Corcovado Mountain also features a small chapel in the statue pedestal and some secular phenomena: a café and souvenir shops.

Thereafter, the Corcovado cog train will take us back to Cosme Velho through the thick, exuberant Tijuca forest. We traverse the Rebouças tunnel and on our right side we will catch a glimpse of the Hipódromo, the city's horse-racing track, designed in Louis XV-style. Before returning to our hotel, we bend right towards the exclusive São Conrado District and stop at the tranquil Pepino beach.

DAY 4 : RIO DE JANEIRO - IGUAZU FALLS After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer to the airport to take �ight to Foz do Iguaçu: Gate to the Magic of Nature, the Iguazu Falls. Our guide will be waiting for your transfer to the hotel, and will inform about pick up timmings for activities to visit the parks.

DAY 5 - IGUAZU FALLS Today, our guide will pick you up, to start one of the most incredible visits in South America: Iguazu Falls.

Emotion prevails in the face of the Iguazú Falls. A sense of magic and charm surrounds everyone enjoying the falls and natural attractions of this ecological sanctuary. It is a million square kilometers area in the northeast of Argentina bordering the south of Brazil. It is the major remaining sample of "Paranaense jungle" and the major biodiversity sample in the argentine territory. Every tourist visiting and enjoying Iguazú National Park will experience the sensation of being the heart of a paradise, currently �t with infrastructure and means of transport ecologically conceived for a proper visit of the Park. Catwalks, path and squares allow the delight of visitors and the Green Trains provide a beautiful ride through the thick forest.

The Green Path, is a walk through the thickness of the jungle, meeting birds, butter�ies and a marsh. Access to the Upper and the Lower Circuits. 20 minutes. Di�culty: No stairs.The Upper Circuit will o�er a magni�cent panoramic views of the Falls and the delta of the Iguazú river formed by a number of luxuriant islands. 1:15 hours. Di�culty: No stairs.The Lower Circuit is a set of catwalks strategically distributed allow the most amazing views of Falls and an intimate experience in charming corners of the jungle.

Finally, we will visit the Devil´s Throat, indescribable for its beauty and energy thrilling everybody with an impressive mixture of noises and landscapes. You must see it. 2:00 hours. Di�culty: No stairs.

A circuit of ecological trains in the middle of the jungle and along the riverside taking the visitor to the access of the catwalks and attractions within the Park.

DAY 6 - IGUAZU FALLS Today, our guide will pick you up, to start a visit of the Brazilian Side of the Falls. It´s a half day tour to enjoy a panoramic view of the falls located on the argentinean side, and some falls located on the brazilian side. It´s a 1300 mts trail. Our guide will o�er to visit Foz do Iguaçu, for a short shopping tour if you´re interested. Return to the hotel.

DAY 7 - IGUAZU FALLS - BUENOS AIRESAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up for your transfer to Puerto Iguazu Airport to take �ight to Buenos Aires. Arrival to Jorge Newbery Airport. Our guide will be waiting for you to transfer to your hotel. Quick city tour. Check in. 03 nights of accommodation. Our guide will inform about timmings and activities for the following days.


DAY 10 : BUENOS AIRES- EL CALAFATEAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer you to the airport to take your �ight to El Calafate: the gate to the glaciers...

El Calafate is a small town in Patagonia. It is situated in the southern border of Lake Argentino, in the southwest part of the Santa Cruz Province. El Calafate is an important tourist destination as the hub to visit di�erent parts of the Los Glaciares National Park , including the Perito Moreno Glacier (one of the most visited in the world) and the Cerro Chaltén and Cerro Torre .


The Perito Moreno Glacier is a glacier located in the Los Glaciares National Park. It is one of the most important tourist attractions in the Argentine Patagonia. The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of only three Patagonian glaciers that are not retreating. The terminus of the Perito Moreno Glacier is 5 kilometres (3 mi) wide, with an average height of 74 m (240 ft) above the surface of the water of Lake Argentino, in Argentina. It has a total ice depth of 170 metres (558 ft).

In recent years, trekking tours on the ice have gained popularity. The two standard tours are a "mini-trekking" option, consisting of a short walk of about an hour and a half, and a "big ice" version, which is usually about �ve hours. Tour companies generally provide crampons to customers.

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You will enjoy being at the exclusive VIP section of the boat. This section is located above the boat standard section, has a privileged view, much more ample and comfortable seats, and an exclusive assistance for the VIP guests.

From there you will continue on the Onelli Channel and you will disembark in Onelli Bay. Landing in Onelli Bay you �nd ourselves surrounded by forests

Upon �nalizing the crossing of the forest you will see the Onelli Lagoon where you will visualize the Onelli, Bolado and Heim Glaciers

At noon you will have free time for lunch. Then you will embark and navigate towards the Spegazzini Channel, to see the Seco, Spegazzini and Heim South Glaciers

At the end of the afternoon, we will return to Puerto Bandera and after disembarkation, we will transfer you back to the hotel.

DAY 13 : EL CALAFATE - TORRES DEL PAINEAfter breakfast, the vehicle will pick you up to cross the border and arrive to Torres del Paine National Park in Chile. Overnight




DAY 17 : TORRES DEL PAINE - SANTIAGO After breakfast, our guide will pick you up to transfer to Punta Arenas. Quick City Tour to visit the best of the city and transfer to the airport to take �ight to Santiago. In Santiago, our guide will be waiting for you for your transfer to the hotel. 03 nights of accommodation with breakfast

DAY 18 : SANTIAGOAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a city tour to visit the best of Santiago: departs from your hotel to visit the Old Civic Center, La Moneda Government Palace, Plaza de Armas square surrounded by the Cathedral, National Museum of History, Post O�ce Headquarters, then a short visit to the Pre-Columbian Museum, continuing by Alameda B.O'Higgins main avenue and Republic avenue to admire old magni�cent houses, the Club Hipico race track, The Cousiño Palace, the Santa Lucia hill, then the San Cristobal Hill, with a panoramic view of the whole city , visiting later the new civic center of Providencia – Las Condes, residential areas with excellent gourmet restaurants, parks and shopping malls.

DAY 19 : VIÑA DEL MAR & VALPARAISOAfter breakfast, our guide will pick you up to start a visit to Viña del Mar and Valpaiso. Just 140 kilometers west of Santiago on the Paci�c coast, neighboring Vina del Mar (Vina) and Valparaiso (Valpo) are like opposite sides of the same coin. Vina del Mar, the 'Garden City,' is one of Chile's premier beach resorts, with excellent hotels and shopping. Valparaiso, a world heritage site and immortalized in the words of Pablo Neruda, is one of Chile's if not South America's most charismatic and historic ports, with its charming "ascensores" (funiculars) and colorful hillside houses. In recent years both cities, together with some of its neighbors have combined their e�orts to provide a new year �reworks spectacle ranging several miles of coastline and challenged only by the biggest international events.

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DAY 20 : SANTIAGO - LIMA Free time until transfer to Santiago de Chile Airport. If your �ight leaves in the evening, our guide will arrange a shopping tour. Arrival to Lima and transfer to your hotel. Overnight

DAY 21 : LIMAOur guide will pick you up in the morning to start the visit of Lima. Our guided tour of historic downtown Lima takes you through the historical landmarks of Lima including the main square, San Martin's Square, the Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, City Hall, and the main government buildings. Furthermore, the downtown tour includes the breathtaking architectural sights of the mostly unchanged streets lined with colonial mansions and classical balconies, also visiting the San Francisco Church and its well famous Catacombs. Leaving downtown Lima the tour continues through a number of other time-honored residential areas of Lima such as San Isidro, El Olivar (an area named after the olive trees brought from Spain in the 16th century), and a number of bordering neighborhoods. The tour ends with brief visits to Parque Central Mira�ores (park of Mira�ores) and Parque del Amor (park of love), the latter features a spectacular view of the Paci�c Ocean. Return to the hotel.

DAY 22: LIMA - CUZCO - MACHU PICCHU Our guide will pick you up to transfer to airport to take your �ight to Cuzco. Arrival and check-in.

Afternoon visit the Temple of the Sun (Koricancha) the most sacred buildings during the Inca culture, continuing to the nearby ruins includes visits to the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, overlooking the city of Cusco, pre-Inca architectural masterpiece; Kenko, a rock sanctuary whose main attraction is a monolithic altar representing a puma, the red Fortress of Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay: beautiful fountain fed by a spring forming a series of basins. Transfer to Hotel Sanctury Lodge by alpine train to Machu Picchu.

DAY 23 - MACHU PICCHUAll day excursion to enjoy Machu Picchu. We will visit the ruins which are on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two separate arcas: the agricultural and the urban.

DAY 24 - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO - LIMA After breakfast, transfer back to Cuzco on Vistadome train and transfer to airport to take �ight back to Lima. Transfer to your hotel in Lima for last night in Perú.

DAY 25 - LIMAFree time until transfer to airport


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The following general conditions fully conform to Law 18829, Decree 2182/72, Resolution 404/72.

RIPIO EVT OF IDEAS TURÍSTICAS S.R.L., Dossier No. 10687, located at Av. Raúl Scalabrini Ortiz 258 – 3rd Floor C, Buenos Aires, Argentina, hereinafter the company, hereby sets forth its general operation conditions for the provision of tourist services:

1. Knowledge of conditions set forth: when the passenger (as well as any person who has a reservation under the passenger’s name) sends his reservation and it is accepted by RIPIO EVT, it is understood that he agrees to and accepts all the conditions set out in this contract and certi�es that the information supplied in the reservation card is complete and true The company, on accepting the reservation, agrees to ful�ll its obligations as set forth herein.

2. Reservations: reservations received shall be con�rmed once the passenger : A) Sends the reservation providing as much information as possible. We must be immediately informed of any changes in the information the passenger has furnished. The passenger can send the reservation by mail, e-mail, fax or through our web site. B) Pays a deposit of 30% of the total cost of the trip. Payment shall be made to our international account or by bank transfer to our accounts with national banks

3. Reservation con�rmation: once A and B are completed so that the passenger’s reservation can be formalized, RIPIO EVT shall send the passenger via e-mail con�rmation of his reservation. A week before the trip, we shall send the passenger by e-mail information on the hotel, contact telephone numbers, list of passengers and related data in a voucher service.

4. Payment of the balance due: the balance due must be necessarily paid for before undertaking the trip. The balance due be paid in cash.

5. Prices: all prices advertised in the company’s publications are quoted in US dollars and subject to changes without prior notice. Passengers shall pay the price quoted at the moment the reservation is accepted. Prices shall not be subject to changes only if the trip is paid in full (in cash) when the reservation is made. Otherwise, the company reserves the right to change the �nal price of the program without prior notice. Such changes shall arise from market �uctuations that may a�ect the cost structure. All price increases shall be paid for prior to the date of departure.

6. Reservation changes: if the passenger wishes to make changes in a reservation that has already been con�rmed, he shall do so in writing. Passengers shall have to pay a penalty of U$S 50 per person when they make any such changes.

7. Reservation cancellation: cancellations shall be made in writing, without exception, and passengers shall be refunded the price of the trip after a deduction of cancellation charges. The cancellation date shall be the date RIPIO EVT. is dully noti�ed by the passenger. The sum to be refunded to the passenger shall be paid by the company at the company’s premises within 30 days of the date notice was given of the cancellation. If cancellation notice is received 30 days prior to departure, 30% of the down payment made on the reservation shall be deducted to cover administrative expenses. If notice is received within 30 days prior to departure, the company shall retain the total down payment.

8. Changes made by the company prior to departure: the company may change itineraries, services, departure dates, etc. either in order to provide a better service, or because of acts of God or unforeseen circumstances. Unforeseen circumstances include: strikes, earthquakes, civil war, quaranti-ne, revolutions, �res, adverse meteorological conditions, epidemics, bad road conditions o breakage’s, these being just illustrative. The company reserves the right to cancel the trip due to unforeseen circumstances or because the minimum number of people required to participate in the program has not been reached. In such a case the passenger will be informed in writing and he may opt for:

a) Demanding that he be refunded the full price paid to us. b) Deciding on an alternative trip and pay an additional sum of money or get a refund, whatever the case may be, if there is a price di�erence.

9. Documentation: it is the passenger’s responsibility to obtain his visa to enter the country of destination. The company is not to be held responsi-ble if the passenger is refused, for reasons inherent to him, an entry visa or if entrance to a given country is not allowed because he has failed to comply with essential requirements or because there is something wrong with his passport. Any expenses arising thereof shall be fully borne by the passenger. The conditions set forth for voluntary cancellation of the service shall apply.

10. Luggage: the luggage and personal e�ects shall be, at all times, the passenger’s responsibility and at his own risk.

11. Services included: the company binds itself to render during the trip those services that are included and detailed in the information furnished in each program.

12. Services not included: the company is not bound to pay for incidentals, beverages, phone calls, laundry, tips, food during transportation, tickets for recreational centers, parks and natural reserves, etc., nor for any other service that has not been dully speci�ed in the program.

13. Unused services: the price of the program is quoted as a package, so no refund or compensation shall be given for non-use of certain services such as hotel stays, transportation, or any other service that is included in the trip and has not been used by the passenger.

14. The company acting as an “intermediary”: When the company acts as an intermediary between the passengers and transportation companies, hotels, medical coverage, restaurants, etc., and if any of them fails to provide services, it undertakes to take the necessary steps to assure successful completion of the trip such as hiring new service providers, withholding payments to those who failed to meet their obligations, etc. The company shall not be held responsible for services provided by third parties.

15. Health: Passengers must be in good health and physical condition. Passengers are responsible for having checkups and the company is not to be held responsible in case they have not been completed.. However, it is the passenger’s responsibility to bring along medicine that has been speci�cally prescribed to him.

16. Complaints: neither RIPIO EVT nor service providers shall accept a formal complaint unless it is made in writing within 15 days after the trip has ended.

17. Insurance: travel insurance is not included in the price of the program. RIPIO EVT strongly recommends passengers to get travel insurance.

18. Limitation of our obligations: our obligation in connection with any event or failure shall be limited to and shall not exceed the price of the trip.

19. Applicable law and jurisdiction: these conditions and the annexes attached hereto shall be exclusively governed by regulations in force. Any con�ict shall be settled by the Ordinary Courts of the First Judicial District of Buenos Aires, and excludes any other court and/or jurisdiction, especia-lly the Federal court and/or jurisdiction.

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