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for an unforgettable night. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,D)

DAY 4: BUENOS AIRES / SALTAMorning private transfer to airport for flight to Saltain the scenic Argentine northwest. Upon arrivalmeeting and transfer to a lovely estancia boutiquehotel.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 5: SALTAToday you will enjoy a full day excursion headingnorth towards Bolivia, through scenic Quebrada deHumahuaca and small villages, multi-colored paint-ed mountains and wind-sculpted canyon walls. Visitpeaceful Purmamarca and historic Tilcara, withartist-colony atmosphere, several museums, bustlinghandicraft market and the Pucara de Tilcara, a hilltopfortress built five centuries before the Incas. Enjoylunch enroute. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L,D)

DAY 6: SALTAToday we visit the Quebrada de Escoipe, a mostlygravel road that's one of Argentina's most spectacu-lar mountain highways, to the scenic Cachi, datingfrom the 18th century, with narrow cobblestonestreets and a spectacular setting at the base of the

Buenos Aires: the Obelisk, passing by one of thewide st avenues in the world as well as the famousColon Opera House. Heading north-eastwards, youwill then reach the most fashionable districts of thecity: Recoleta, with a scent of French charm and thespacious and oxygenating Palermo Parks for arelaxing stroll. Your tour will also include thebohemian and colorful neighborhood of La Boca.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.

DAY 3: BUENOS AIRESToday enjoy the city’s distinguished museums, thefashionable surroundings, the coffee and tea housesor a world class shopping experience on your own.This evening, you will get in close contact with thesensual music and dance of the Tango, Argentina’smajor cultural export, accompanied by dinner at“Esquina Carlos Gardel” restaurant, where the pic-turesque guys of the market would gather andwhere Carlos Gardel would meet his friends. This unique theme restaurant offers excellent cuisine, a gorgeous Art Noveau room faithfullyresembling the sophistication of the most luxuri-ous salons of that time with last generation tech-nology equipment, and an artistic score of the high-est level and a mythic atmosphere, sets the stage

ARGENTINA ELEVEN DAYS

DAY 1: DEPART USA FOR ARGENTINABegin your journey to Buenos Aires with anovernight flight.

DAY 2: ARRIVE BUENOS AIRESWelcome to Argentina. Upon arrival, you will bemet by our representative and transferred to yourhotel. The capital offers something for everyone,from sophisticated European-style architecture,gardened parks and broad boulevards, pulsatingtango nightlife and unique local neighborhoods ofgreat character and charm.This afternoon you will enjoy a half day tour of the“Paris of South America” This tour starts at the his-torical May Square (Plaza de Mayo) surrounded bythe Government House (Pink House), theMetropolitan Cathedral and the ancient City-Hall,seat of the former Spanish Viceroys. Continuationalong May Avenue, of strong Spanish influence tillyou get to Congress Square facing the NationalParliament. Drive along Callao Street till the inter-section with Corrientes Avenue -the never-sleepingavenue- up to the most emblematic symbol of

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DAY 1: USA / CHILEDepart the USA on an overnight flight to Santiago,capital of Chile.

DAY 2: SANTIAGO / MENDOZAAfter clearing through Immigration and Customsassistance and transfer to the domestic side terminalfor a immediate flight connection to Mendoza.Private transfer to the world class Cavas Wine Lodge.

DAY 2 – 5: CAVAS WINE LODGEThe lodge located in the Lujan de Cuvo area of Ar -gen tina, amid the snowcapped Andes and Men -doza’s fertile vineyards, is a place to explore thegrape in all her incarnations, visiting local wineries,riding through vineyards, enjoying vino-therapytreatments at the hotel spa. The Restaurant meetsthe challenge set down by the stunning cellar, focus-ing on local cuisines and flavours (all ingredients areArgentine). There are 14 rooms – all delicious, com-bining old furniture with modern eclectic artwork. During your stay at Cavas Wine Lodge, we willorganize fully escorted activities such as horseback-riding, cycling and rafting as well as excursions tolocal vineyards. The Cavas Wine Lodge is an idealbase from which to explore the area with greatfacilities for relaxing afterwards. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B/L/D)

DAY 5: MENDOZA / BUENOS AIRESMorning transfer to the aiport for your flight toBuenos Aires. Private transfer to your hotel. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 6: BUENOS AIRES Today you’ll enjoy a half day tour of one of thebiggest urban concentrations in the SouthernHemisphere. This tour starts at the historical MaySquare (Plaza de Mayo) surrounded by theGovernment House (Pink House), the Metropo -litan Cathedral and the ancient City-Hall, seat of theformer Spanish Viceroys. Continuation along MayAvenue, of strong Spanish influence till you get toCongress Square facing the National Parliament.Drive along Callao Street till the intersection withCorrientes Avenue -the never-sleeping avenue- upto the most emblematic symbol of Buenos Aires:the Obelisk, passing by one of the widest avenuesin the world, namely, 9 of July Boulevard as well asthe famous Colon Opera House. Heading north-eastwards, you will then reach the most fashionabledistricts of the city: Recoleta, with a scent o f Frenchcharm and the spacious and oxygenating PalermoParks for a relaxing stroll. Your tour will alsoinclude the bohemian and colorful neighborhoodof La Boca -of Italian immigrants- and the elegantdistrict of Recoleta, with a visit to its artistic ceme-tery, where Evita Peron´s tomb is, among others ofprominent local characters.This evening, you will get in close contact with thesensual music and dance of the Tango, Argentina’s

Nevado de Cachi. Visit this charming village and itssmall museum of the area's hunter-gatherer originsto the Inca conquest and Spanish invasion. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L,D)

DAY 7: SALTA / BUENOS AIRES / MENDOZAMorning private transfer to airport for flight toMendaza via Buenos Aires. Mid-day arrival and pri-vate transfer to the Cavas Wine Lodge where youraccommodations, complete with fireplace, outdoormini-pool and shower and rooftop patio with fire-place, are located in the middle of a vineyard.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 8: MENDOZAToday you will spend the day exploring the "OasisCentro Oeste", the Wine Roads of Vistalba Valley.Visit first Norton Winery for wine tasting and thencontinue on to Nieto Senetiner Winery for lunchand winetasting. In the afternoon you'll proceed tothe Fabre Montmayou Winery for more wine tast-ing before returning back to Mendoza in the lateafternoon. The specific vineyards may changedepending on the season and availability. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L,D)

DAY 9: MENDOZAThis morning you will enjoy a city tour of Mendoza– dating from 1591 - visiting its main points of inter-est and its many plazas, tree-lined streets and muse-ums. Continue with a visit to another vineyard withlunch at the vineyard before returning back.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L,D)

DAY 10: MENDOZA / BUENOS AIRESMorning private transfer for flight to Buenos Aires.Upon arrival there transfer to your hotel. Rest ofthe day to enjoy Buenos Aires on your own.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 11: BUENOS AIRES / TIGRE & DELTA / USAThere are no limits to enjoy and continue discover-ing Buenos Aires. Depart this morning towardsTigre, along the northern residential area, passingby the most picturesque suburban districts, such asOlivos, where the official Presidential residence islocated, and San Isidro, well-known for its hugeelegant manors and mansions, with spectaculargardens. Cobbled streets and old and charminghouses take you back to old times. Once you get toTigre, enjoy a one-hour cruise on motorboat whichwill take you along the canals lined with numerousrowing and yacht clubs, as well as summer housesand restaurants in the hundreds of islands with arich vegetation of flowers, fruit trees and weepi ngwillows at the Delta of Parana River. You shall havelunch at one of the picturesque island restaurantsof the Delta prior to returning back to your hoteluntil your transfer to the airport for your returnflight that evening. (B)

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major cultural export, accompanied by dinner. InBuenos Aires, towards the end of the 19th century,when tango was evolving, mixing slowly with theessence of the natives and immigrants inaugurated.You will enjoy dinner and show at the most gla -morous Tango house in the city placed at thecabaret of the Faena hotel :ROJO TANGO. A “rojo”menu taste alongside with a varied selection ofwines and champagne. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,D)

DAY 7: BUENOS AIRES / THE PAMPASDepart on a full-day excursion to a typical Argen -tinean estancia. El Ombú de Areco, an historicalestancia (ranch) just over an hour's drive fromdowntown Buenos Aires, is located in San Antoniode Areco, birthplace of the gaucho tradition. TheLate-Colonial style mansion, built in 1880 byLieutenant-general Pablo Riccheri, offers visitors amagnificent setting for an unforgettable day out.The main house is surrounded by a covered gallerytypical of the late-Colonial period, with a richlytiled floor and cascaded steps that lead into the gar-dens of the park. Presiding majestically over thepark is the estancia's namesake, the great ombú(Phytolacca dioca), a plant as characteristic of thepampas as the baobab is of the African savanna.Nearly as ancient as well: gauchos have been hitch-ing their horses to the estancia's ma in ombú forover a hundred years. Centennial oaks, araucarias(monkey-puzzle trees), palms, eucalyptus, casuari-

nas and magnolias adorn the four-hectare (ten-acre) park, tempting guests to stroll about andenjoy the scent of gardenias, roses and lime trees.The park and surrounding ranch land, with its nat-ural lagoons and small water courses running tothe Areco River offer a rich habitat to a large pro-portion of Argentina's 1,000 bird species.You will be able to explore the 300-hectare (ca 750acre) estancia on foot or, accompanied by seasonedgauchos, on one of the 38 horses that are part ofthe working drove. Horse drawn carriages are alsoavailable. You may want to learn about some of thethousand species of Argentinean birds, and are freeto use the binoculars and guide books provided.Twenty kilometers from the estancia sits historicSan Antonio de Areco, a picturesque pampaspueblo, with its museums, such as the famousRicardo Güiraldes Gaucho Museum, silversmiths,leather craft and wood workshops, a delightful lit-tle chocolate factory and frequent country auc-tions, all of which serve to keep very much alive thetraditions of the gaucho culture. All of this with adelicious asado (barbecue) served with fineArgentine wines. Transfer back to Buenos Aireslater in the afternoon. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L)

DAY 8: BUENOS AIRES / CORDOBAMorning transfer to local Aeroparque airport forflight to Cordoba.Upon arrival transfer to EstanciaEl Colibri.(B)

DAY 8 – 10: ESTANCIA EL COLIBRIMany activities to select Estancia El Colibri is a colo-nial-style mansion, which combines the tradition ofa working estancia with state-of-the-art technology.Each of the nine suites and bedrooms has its owncharm and a welcoming open fire. All the roomsare equipped with satellite TV, DVD with stereosurround sound, Internet connection, mini bar androom safe. The spa has its own Jacuzzi, Finnishsauna, Turkish bath, high-pressure shower andmassage room. There is also a swimming pool over-looking the stunning Cordoba Mountains. The estancia has two polo fields and offers a num-ber of activities ranging from horseback riding andtrekking to mountain biking and tango lessons. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B/L/D)

DAY 10: CORDOBA/ IGUASSU FALLS Transfer to the airport to fly to Iguassu Falls. We aremet and transferred to our hotel. Long before theSpanish explorer Don Alvar Nuñes reached SouthAmerica’s greatest waterfall in 1541, the localIndians had named it Iguaçu - meaning greatwaters. There is no more fitting description, asthousands of visitors to Iguassú each year will testi-fy. Once seen, the falls - all 275 of them - are neverforgotten. The two-mile wide curtain of watercrashing 300 ft over a series of precipices into aspray-filled gorge constitutes the most spectacularsight of probably the whole of South America. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 11: IGUASSU FALLS Explore the falls from the Argentine side. TheIguassu Falls in Argentina have an access with aVisitor Center. The entrance fee includes two traintickets and a boat ride that crosses over to the SanMartin Island. The Visitor Center comprises a patiowith restaurants, souvenir shops, an amphitheatreand a space dedicated to the Park´s ecosystem.

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There is also an exhibition of natives who lived inthe area during the past centuries. The exhibits arein Spanish only. The train terminal is at CentralStation, some 400 mts away from the main gate.Here is where the first leg starts and you can eitherride the train or take a 20-minute easy walk alongSendero Verde (green trail). Both ways will get youto Cataratas Station, the starting point of the UpperCircuit. The Upper Circuit is a half-hour walk alonga 1200 mts trail – with low degree of difficulty andno stairs – that goes deep into the jungle. All of asudden, you run into breathtaking views of theFalls. You will get lots of closer views at the diffe -rent observation points, and more panoramicsights toward the end of the trail. The LowerCircuit requires more physical effort due to itsstairs but it can be perfectly done if you take it niceand slow, catching your breath on the differentviewpoints. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 12: IGUASSU FALLS / RAICES ARGENTINAS/ YACUTINGA RESERVESet your focus on the rainforests watered by theIguassu River, where orchids and butterflies, mam-

mals and birds thrive in wild profusion. You will betransferred to Raices Argentinas today travelingthrough rural areas of Yerba mate plantations.Arrival at the lodge.The buildings are adjusted to the natural relief ofthe terrain, in harmony with surrounding nature.Native materials, such as stones and large logs fromfallen trees have been successfully incorporatedinto the architectural concept of this place, whichintegrates completely with the natural environ-ment. Only 4 hectares out of the 570-hectare areaof the property have been used to build thisunprecedented ecotourism complex in Argentina.Accommodations consist of independent lodgingmodules. The rooms are dispersed throughout theforest and surround th9.14e main building from acertain distance. Each lodging module has fourrooms. The very comfortable, rustic-style roomshave private bathrooms with 24-hour hot waterservice. All the rooms have an exclusive view to theforest. While comfortably sitting in the room porchit is common to see humming birds, several birdspecies and even Agouties (Dasyprocta azaraeparaguayensis).The Yacutinga Lodge bases its services respectinglocal culture while incorporating traditional food atinternational standards. We offer vegetarian menusand in case our guest requests a special menu weelaborate it gladly.Keeping our commitment to live in harmony withnature, we consider each detail and try to providethe best ecotourism service possible in the forest.Early in the morning or in the afternoon, even innight hours, our expert guides organize floatingand sailing services or walks along the differentinterpretation trails. No more than 12 people everparticipate in each tour at a time. All our trips arebased on respect for the natural environment, itssilence and interpretation. Our guides, specializedin Misiones wildlife, are proficient at English.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B/D)

DAY 13: YACUTINGA RESERVEEarly in the morning boating along the SanFrancisco stream, which flows into the NaturalReserve. This is the right moment for a photo-safariand general fauna observation. Sailing lasts almost3 hours, silently going through the Gallery forestarea. The waters of the rainforest are very impor-tant for the ecosystem. They are corridors of life.Floating through these gentle waters is relaxingand provides us the opportunity to pass throughthe Gallery Forest. In this habitat seed spreading isdifferent. Rooting systems has adapted to floodconditions and at the riverbanks there are someoccasional salty patches, which provide wild faunaminerals that cannot be found at the high Forest.Wild fauna tracks are common at the muddy bor-ders of these waters. Back to the Lodge at mid-morning. Lunch. Freetime to walk along the several self-guided interpre-tation trails or simply to enjoy the facilities of theLodge (swimming pool, observation towers, hang-ing walkway, Visitors center, etc.). At the Lodge andat the Natural Reserve area, there are some con-structions designed to provide you the opportuni-ty to be alone. These shelters have been distributedin different areas not so far or too close to the mainbuildings. To be at the top of the observation Towercalled “Stairway to heaven” during sunset you feelas an eagle over the Canopy. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.(B,L,D)

DAY 14: YACUTINGA RESERVE / RAICESARGENTINAS / IGUASSU FALLS / BUENOS AIRESBreakfast and free time to explore some of our self-guided interpretation trails, or simply enjoy thelodge area. Brunch at the lodge and return toIguazú port by land at mid-morning. Arrival esti-mated at 1:00 p.m. You will then be picked up herefor your transfer to the airport. Fly to Buenos Aireswhere you will connect with the international flightback home. (B/Brunch)

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CLASSIC BUENOS AIRES FOUR DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE BUENOS AIRESWelcome to Argentina. Upon arrival, you will be metby our representative and transferred to your hotel.The capital offers something for everyone, fromsophisticated European-style architecture, gardenedparks and broad boulevards, pulsating tango nightlifeand unique local neighborhoods of great characterand charm.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.

DAY 2: BUENOS AIRESToday you’ll enjoy a half day tour of one of the biggesturban concentrations in the Southern Hemisphere.This tour starts at the historical May Square (Plaza deMayo) surrounded by the Government House (PinkHouse), the Metropolitan Cathedral and the ancientCity-Hall, seat of the former Spanish Viceroys.Continuation along May Avenue, of strong Spanishinfluence till you get to Congress Square facing theNational Parliament. Drive along Callao Street till theintersection with Corrientes Avenue -the never-sleep-ing avenue- up to the most emblematic symbol ofBuenos Aires: the Obelisk, passing by one of thewidest avenues in the world, namely, 9 of JulyBoulevard as well as the famous Colon Opera House.Heading north-eastwards, you will then reach themost fashionable districts of the city: Recoleta, with ascent o f French charm and the spacious and oxy-genating Palermo Parks for a relaxing stroll. Your tourwill also include the bohemian and colorful neighbor-hood of La Boca -of Italian immigrants- and the ele-gant district of Recoleta, with a visit to its artisticcemetery, where Evita Peron´s tomb is, among othersof prominent local characters.

This evening, you will get in close contact with the sen-sual music and dance of the Tango, Argentina’s majorcultural export, accompanied by dinner. In BuenosAires, towards the end of the 19th century, when tangowas evolving, mixing slowly with the essence of thenatives and immigrants, the neighborhood of Abasto,named after the Supplies Market, was the birthplace ofan undisputed idol: Carlos Gardel. He would become,here and abroad, the icon of Tango. At the corner of thestreet that today bears his name, a statue of him isplaced. Here is a restaurant called “El Chanta Cuatro”where the picturesque guys of the market would ga therand where Carlos would meet his friends. The restau-rant opened in 1893. Nowadays, more than 100 yearslater, the history repeats and in the same place,“Esquina Carlos Gardel”, this unique theme restaurant,was inaugurated. Offering excellent cuisine, a gorgeousArt Noveau room faithfully resembling the sophistica-tion of the most luxurious salons of that time with last

generation technology equipment, and an artistic scoreof the highest level and a mythic atmosphere, sets thestage for an unforgettable night. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,D)

DAY 3: BUENOS AIRESThe day is at leisure for you to enjoy the city's distin-guished museums or world-class shopping. We recom-mend a full day excursion dedicated to the visit of anestancia in the Pampas, a typical Argentine ranch, idealplace to appreciate the Argentine gaucho skills in cattlebreeding and horseback riding, plus a typical Argentinebarbecue, the “asado". Or perhaps, a half day tour tothe Tigre Delta. Tigre is an exclusive resort of summerresidences, yachting and rowing clubs. Or, take one ofour selected extension tours described here. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 4: BUENOS AIRES / DEPARTTransfer to the airport for your outbound flight. (B)

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IGUAZU FALLSTHREE DAYS

DAY 1: BUENOS AIRES / IGUASSU FALLS Transfer to the airport to fly to Iguassu Falls. Youare met on arrival and transferred to your hotel.Long before the Spanish explorer Don AlvaroNuñes reached South America’s greatest waterfallin 1541, the local Indians had named it Iguaçu -meaning great waters. There is no more fittingdescription, as thousands of visitors to Iguassúeach year will testify. Once seen, the falls - all 275of them - are never forgotten. The two-mile widecurtain of water crashing 300 ft over a series ofprecipices into a spray-filled gorge constitutes themost spectacular sight of probably the whole ofSouth America. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 2: IGUASSU FALLSExplore the falls from the Argentine side. TheIguassu Falls in Argentina have an access with aVisitor Center. The entrance fee includes two traintickets and a boat ride that crosses over to the SanMartin Island. The Visitor Center comprises a patiowith restaurants, souvenir shops, an amphitheatreand a space dedicated to the Park´s ecosystem.There is also an exhibition of natives who lived inthe area during the past centuries. The exhibits arein Spanish only. The train terminal is at CentralStation, some 400 mts away from the main gate.Here is where the first leg starts and you can eitherride the train or take a 20-minute easy walk along

Sendero Verde (green trail). Both ways will get youto Cataratas Station, the starting point of the UpperCircuit. The Upper Circuit is a half-hour walk alonga 1200 mts trail – with low degree of difficulty andno stairs – that goes deep into the jungle. All of asudden, you run into breathtaking views of theFalls. You will get lots of closer views at the differ-ent observation points, and more panoramic sightstoward the end of the trail. The Lower Circuitrequires more physical effort due to its stairs but itcan be perfectly done if you take it nice and slow,catching your breath on the different viewpoints.On this trail you will also walk deep into the jungle,crossing streams and coming across local fauna.The Lower Circuit goes all the way down to theriver, where the boat crosses over to San MartinIsland. On the way down, there are balconies withmarvelous bottom-up views of the falls (the samefalls that you see from above in the Upper Circuit).If you have any physical impairment, stay awayfrom this last section. The second leg of the trainride leaves from Cataratas Station and goes toGarganta del Diablo Station, a small area with fastfoods and toilets. The trail goes across severalbranches of the upper Iguazu River, deep into therain forest. Visitors get to watch various kinds ofbirds – such as beautiful toucans. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 3: IGUASSU FALLS / BUENOS AIRESThe morning is at leisure to explore the area fur-ther on your own. In the afternoon, you transfer tothe airport for your flight back to Buenos Aires. (B)

EL CALAFATEFOUR DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE EL CALAFATETransfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate,located on the shores of Lago Argentino, a region ofsnowy mountains, blue glaciers, beech forests, andfew people in Los Glaciares National Park. On arrival,you are met and transferred to our hotel. Settle intoday. Nearby, at a shallow part of the southern shoreof the lake, is a gathering spot for flamingos and black-necked swans. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 2: UPSALA GLACIER & ESTANCIA CRISTINAThis morning, depart to Puerto Banderas, where yourUpsala Explorer excursion begins with a majestic nav-igation among ice floes and impressive landscapesacross the Brazo Norte of the Lago Argentino and ofthe Brazo Upsala, up to the western front of theUpsala Glacier. The adventure continues with the nav-igation of Brazo Cristina, towards Estancia Cristina. Atthe estancia, enjoy trekking and horse riding activities,of diverse degree of intensity. Returning from thetrekking, an excellent Patagonian lunch will be wait-ing for you at the Estancia. A walk through theEstancia will be enjoyed later in the day to discover itshistory and past, visiting the Chapel and the Shearingshed. At the end of the day, navigate back to PuertoBanderas, and transfer to your hotel.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B, L)

DAY 3: PERITO MORENO GLACIEROne of the must-see destinations of South America isthe Perito Moreno Glacier, a massive stream of ice andalmost surreal experience, with its towers of iceexploding in mid-air and falling to the lake in multipleicebergs. Enjoy a full day excursion to the glacier, oneof the few in the world still actually growing. Yourouting will include a boat approach that will take youclose enough to the glacier to listen to the constantgroan of its crackling ice. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B, L)

DAY 4: DEPARTTransfer to the airport for your flight out. (B)

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consists of steam engines, coaches comfortablyheated and fitted with large windows. A roundtriptakes about 2 hours. The train leaves the 'end of theworld' station, 8 km west of Ushuaia, travelingthrough the National Park "Tierra del Fuego". Thetrain is a masterpiece. Tierra del Fuego is the onlynational park that has a coastal area (63,000 hascovered with wild raw nature). It borders Chile tothe west and the Beagle canal to the south. Thelandscape is very rough and unlikely to haveplateaus. There is a comfortable coffee shop at thestation where without doubt visitors will enjoychocolates and local cakes. A visit to the FAF work-shop and the museum where there is a display ofold pictures make this a well rounded experience.The trip covers almost the s ame tracks that the old'convict train' did decades ago (Tierra del Fuegoprison). The train is considered to have low envi-ronmental impact due to the number of passengersthat carries and the type of fuel used.After lunch, set sail from Ushuaia, to navigate alongthe waters of the Beagle Channel. Voyage alongUshuaia Bay, the northern coast of the channel, thearchipelago and Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Watchcolonies of diverse sea birds nesting in islands andcliffs - such as cormorants, albatross, petrels, oysterbirds, etc. as well as colonies of sea lions. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B, L)

DAY 3: DEPART USHUAIAThis morning is at leisure for you to explore onyour own. You then transfer to the airport for yourflight out. (B)

USHUAIATHREE DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE USHUAIATransfer to the airport today for our flight toUshuaia, the southernmost city in the world,placed at El Martial mountain chain, and overlook-ing the Ushuaia Bay, the Navarino and Hose Islands(Chile). On arrival, you are met and transferred toour hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to set-tle in or explore this small and walk able city onyour own. The old town with the Museum of theEnd of the World is usually of interest to many.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 2: TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARKAND BEAGLE CHANNELThis morning, journeying on the "End of theWorld" Train (Tierra del Fuego Line), where visitorsare presented with breathtaking views of snow co -vered mountains, rivers and lakes and a vast natu-ral forest at the Andes ridge. Two distinctive land-scapes constitute this State (the Andes run fromeast to west as opposed to south-north in the restof South America), the northern part called estepapatagonica and the southern region with its typicalmountain geography. The island was discovered in1520 by conquistador Hernando de Magallaneswhile he was looking for a path that would connectthe Atlantic with the Pacific Ocean. The FerrocarrilAustral Fueguino (FAF) is the first train in LatinAmerica to have been buil t with visitors in mind. It

PATAGONIA CRUISE ABOARD THE MARE AUSTRALISUSHUAIA / PUNTA ARENASFOUR DAYS

DAY 1: USHUAIA / EMBARK PATAGONIA CRUISECheck in at San Martín 245, Ushuaia is from 9:00a.m. to 4:00 p.m. . Then, between 5:00 p.m. – 6:00p.m., embark the Expedition Cruise Ship MareAustralis. The Captain and crew will give a welcomecocktail reception on board. Immediately afterward,the ship will set sail for “the uttermost part of theearth.” Through the mythical Strait of Magellan, wewill travel to Southern Patagonia, including Tierra deFuego. This is the beginning of a Great Adventure! ABOARD MARE AUSTRALIS (B,D)

DAY 2: CAPE HORN – WULAIA BAYSail through the Beagle and Murray Channels to dis-embark in Cape Horn National Park. Cape Horn, asheer, almost 425-meter-high promontory, where theAtlantic and Pacific Ocean merge, was discovered in1616 by the Dutch commercial expedition organizedby Isaac Le Maire. The Cape owes its name to the Portof Hoorn, the expedition’s departure point. In theafternoon we will disembark in historical Wulaia Bay,once the site of one of the region’s largest native set-tlements. This area is also renowned for the spectac-ular beauty of its vegetation and geography. We willwalk through a Magellanic forest filled with Lengas,Coigües, Canelos, ferns and other species to reach alook-out point. ABOARD MARE AUSTRALIS (B,L,D)

DAY 3: CHICO INLETWe will disembark in Chico Inlet for a zodiac boatapproach to Piloto and Nena glaciers, providing uswith a closer look at these awe-inspiring masses ofancient icel. ABOARD MARE AUSTRALIS (B,L,D)

DAY 4: MAGDALENA ISLAND – PUNTA ARENASEarly in the morning, we will disembark onMagdalena Island, the home of an immense colonyof more than 120,000 Magellanic Penguins that wewill be able to observe during our walk to theLighthouse that guides different ships on their waythrough the Strait of Magellan. After our visit, wewill return to Punta Arenas, where we will disem-bark at 11:30 a.m., concluding our adventure. (B)

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CORDOVATHREE DAYS

DAY 1 & 2: CORDOBATransfer to the airport for your flight to Cordoba.Arrival and transfer to Estancia El Colibri. Once ina great while, a special place is added to the land-scape. El Colibrí is just such a place—an instant tra-dition. This new estancia has enlivened the rollingpampas of Cordoba, inviting a new generation ofguests and receiving them with warmth and charm.El Colibrí is the creation of Raoul and StéphanieFenestraz, whose family has a long heritage of oper-ating fine French hotels. In order to make the posa-da look and feel like an Argentinean estancia at thebeginning of the 20th century, they traveledaround the country for over a year, searching forthe best craftsmen, the finest materials and authen-tic antique furniture. Their estancia is designed likea home where every room is decorated differentlyand every detail is inspired by a story.From 170 unspoiled hectares of farm land, theFenestraz family created an authentic example ofthe Argentinean campo where the wild forest hasbeen transformed into a natural park and the restof the grounds are looked after like a private gar-den. El Colibrí is a colonial-style mansion designedwith modern comforts. With only nine rooms, eachguest is assured a warm reception and personalservice. Meals feature the best Argentinean meatsand wines.The main house features a bar, library, spa, andswimming pool. Nearby, you’ll find the ranch’sclub house and polo fields. Guests can relax on thegrounds or enjoy horseback riding, biking, golf,polo, fishing and dove hunting. A treetop adven-ture track and go-cart racing are available foryounger guests. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.(B, L, D daily)

DAY 3: DEPART CORDOBATransfer to the airport for your flight out. (B)

SALTAFOUR DAYS

DAY 1: BUENOS AIRES / SALTATransfer to the airport and fly to Salta. On arrival,you are met and transferred to your hotel. The land-scapes in Salta are infinite, from draught areas tolush jungles and red valleys. Salta is very rich in tra-dition and culture. A mixture of colonial architec-ture and ancient pre-colombian customs, Salta isthe cradle of Argentine history which is painted andcan still be felt in the walls and streets of this city.Afternoon, sightseeing tour of Salta, the most colo-nial city in Argentina, including the Cathedral, anexample of the old Spanish architecture, the monu-ment of Salta battle, paying homage to both the win-ners and the defeated, the monument to the natio nalhero Güemes, the charming San Francisco Church,the ancient City-Hall, the main square and the han -dicraft market. The tour ends at San Bernardo hill, amagnificent balcony overlooking the Lerma Valley.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 2: SALTA / HUMAHUACA / SALTAFull-day excursion to Humahuaca : this is a trip intothe past along the Inca road. Adobe houses in theIndian villages, narrow streets. Ancient churchesare all scattered along the multicoloured sights ateach turn. Stops are made at Tumbaya andPurmamarca, with its tiny square and handicraftIndian market. At Purmamarca, you will beenchanted by the famous Seven Colours Mount,like a painter's palette. Then, continuation toTilcara, an ancient Indian fortress, as well as itsArchaeological Museum. Return to Salta.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L)

DAY 3: SALTA / CAFAYATE / SALTAFull-day excursion to Cafayate Canyon via Que -brada del Río de Las Conchas, a natural monumentwith its colorful background of the strangest rockformations, caused by millions of years of erosion.We finally arrive at Cafayate, a picturesque villagewith its colonial and turn-of-the-century style hous-es, surrounded by vineyards. A visit to a wine-cellaris included. Return to Salta. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 4: DEPART SALTATransfer to the airport for your flight out. (B)

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BARILOCHETHREE DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE BARILOCHETransfer to the airport for your flight to Bariloche,which will remind you of a vision of Switzerlandbut located in the Argentine Lake District. Onarrival, you are met and transferred to the Llao LlaoHotel & Resort, Golf-Spa, located in the northwestof the Argentine Patagonia and within NahuelHuapi National Park. It is surrounded by majesticmountain peaks, crystal blue lakes, snow-coveredmountains, rivers and colorful forests of Larch,Cypress, Coihue a nd Arrayanes. En route to your hotel, enjoy a half-day excursionthrough some of the most glorious scenery inArgentina. Your guided program, referred to as the"short circuit tour" will take you through the lakes,mountain peaks, glaciers and river gorges of the sur-rounding countryside. Following the Southern shoreof Nahuel Huapi Lake to Llao Llao Peninsula, we passthrough coihues forests to reach the panoramic pointfor a breathtaking view of Nahuel Huapi Lake andVictoria Island. Then, drive along El Trébol Lake andfinally get on the chairlift to Mount Campanario for abeautiful view of the surroundings, before arriving tothe Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Golf-Spa.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 2: BARILOCHEYou have the day at leisure to enjoy your resort andexplore the surrounding area as you wish. The LlaoLlao Hotel & Resort, Golf-Spa, was built in 1940 by

well-known architect Ezequiel Bustillo and reno-vated in 1993. Its Canadian style harmonizes beau-tifully with the breathtaking landscape. The hoteloffers 160 elegant guest rooms, some with fire-places. The resort also contains studios and roomsfacing the snowy mountains or crystal lakes. Allrooms are designed for two people. The decora-tion of the resort had entailed great effort to com-bine the warmth of the wood with the comfort ofthe stone. The furniture is made of Prunus Cerasusin light colors. The rooms are dressed in differentshades of bright greens and pale browns. For yourdining pleasure, the elegant and charming LosCésares features fine international and regionalcuisine and the Patagoni a Restaurant is perfect forsalads, snacks and coffee. The recently opened grilloffers the possibility to enjoy an Argentinian typicalbarbecue. The afternoon tea and the happy-hourare two great moments to live in our lobby, whiletango & melodies are played in our piano. TheWinter Garden is the perfect venue for drinks andregional cakes, with a superb view of the NahuelHuapi Lake and Puerto Pañuelo. For recreation,there is an 18-hole golf course, state-of-the art spa,modern fitness center, two tennis and paddlecourts, heated indoor swimming pool and sauna.Mountain Biking, hiking excursions, fly fishing,rafting, horse back riding, and nautical sport pro-grams can be set up locally with the hotel at anadditional cost. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 3: DEPART BARILOCHETransfer to the airport for your outbound flight. (B)

MENDOZATHREE DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE MENDOZAArrival in Mendoza where colonial history mixeswith mountains, valleys and impressive gorges andan oasis of fruit orchards and vineyards. Uponarrival, we are met and transferred to our hotel.Mendoza is well known for its beautiful streets andavenues full of trees and nice parks. Our afternooncity tour will include the Government House, SanMartin Park, Independence Square surrounded bythe Municipal Theatre and the Modern Art Museuma nd from there to Plaza España, Plaza del CastilloAnd then a stop at La Rosaleda, a wonderful rosegarden with more than 4500 rose plants. The tourends at Cerro de la Gloria where a monument com-memorates the Crossing of the Andes Conductedby General Jose de San Martin during our fight forIndependence. In the afternoon, head towards thedistricts of Maipú and Luján de Cuyo, passing bylarge extensions of vineyards and fruit trees. Visitand taste the wines of two well-known wine cellars.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.

DAY 2: MENDOZAEnjoy a full day tour program in the high Andes tothe Aconcagua Mountain and Christ the Redeemer.This tour starts along the Pan America Highway pass-ing several summer villages en route to VillavicencioGorge, famous for its thermal waters. Then on toQuebrada del Toro, El Balcon, the Amphitheatre andLos Paramillos to get to Uspallata Village located inthe valley between two Mountain ranges in theAndes. Once at Puente del Inca we can enjoy the viewof this natural monument, a rock formation thatresembles a bridge over Las Cuevas river. From thispoint we can have a magnificent view of Aconcagua,the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere (22,800feet above sea level) . The tour continues up to LasCuevas village (10,500 feet above sea level) where fol-lowing a narrow mountain road we can get to theStatue of Christ the Redeemer (13,800 feet above sealevel) located at the borderline between Argentinaand Chile, as a proof of friendship between the twocountries. Return to the hotel. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.(B, L)

DAY 3: DEPART MENDOZATransfer to Mendoza airport for the flight to ournext destination. (B)

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DAY 4: SANTIAGO / PUERTO MONT / PUERTO VARAS Transfer to the airport for our flight to Puerto Montt,a German-style seaport of fishing boats and water-front cafes. Transfer to your hotel at Puerto Varas, abeauty spot on the shore of Lago Llanquihue in theglaciers area. This afternoon enjoy a tour of thePuerto Varas village, known for its roses growingalong the streets and monumental Baroque-stylechurch, a replica of a church in Germany's BlackForest. Continue to Puerto Montt and the fishingport of Angelmo, famed for its crafts market andwaterfront cafes. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 5: ANDEAN LAKE CROSSING PUERTO VARAS/PEULLAStart this spectacular journey with a departure over-land by bus to Petrohué, bordering lake LLanquihue

CHILE & ARGENTINASIX DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE SANTIAGO, CHILEWelcome to Chile. Upon arrival, you shall be greetedby our country representative, assisted and trans-ferred to your hotel. Santiago, elegant and cosmo-politan capital city, sits in a basin between the CoastRange to the west and the Andes to the East. This afternoon, enjoy a half day city tour of Santiago.The tour will reveal a sophisticated city of color andcontrast; classic city landmarks - the old district withits provincial atmosphere; the sophisticated,European style modern districts of Vitacura, LasCondes and Providencia; the Spanish colonialchurches, the Museum of Pre-Colombian Art; theRoyal Customs House; gardens and governmentpalaces off the Plaza de Armas. Rising above thestreets of the capital, enjoy the panoramic viewsfrom the crest of Cristobal Hill, and Santa Lucia. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.

DAY 2: SANTIAGO / WINE COUNTRY / SANTIAGOThe wineries in the valley below Santiago are some ofthe oldest in Chile. Here you'll find most of the biggestand best-known vineyards in the country. We will visit

Maipo Valley, South of Santiago and one of the mostrecognizable of Chile's wine producing regions.Chile's largest winemaker, Viña Concha y Toro, is oneof the oldest wineries in the region. Imported vinesfrom Europe which significantly improved the quali-ty of the wines produced. Tours begin with an intro-ductory video, a stroll through the vineyards and thecentury-old gardens, a look at the modern facilities,and a wine tasting experience. Chile's third-largest winery, Viña Santa Rita, playedan important historical role in Chile's battle for inde-pendence. At the center of Santa Rita's Maipo Valleyestate, the lovely colonial hacienda now serves as thewinery's headquarters. Its restaurant, La Casa deDoña Paula, is a delightful place where you shallenjoy lunch, prior to heading down into the winery'smusty cellars. You will return back to Santiago laterin the afternoon.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B, L)

DAY 3: SANTIAGO The day is at leisure to explore Santiago city on yourown, or perhaps venture out to the countryside for aday of cultural immersion in Viña del Mar andValparaiso. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

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with a fantastic view of Osorno and Calbuco volca-noes. Here, you will visit Vicente Pérez RosalesNational Park which features the emerald greenPetrohué Falls. After some free time to stroll around,you depart on a catamaran to Peulla, sailing throughTodos Los Santos Lake, enjoying an even more spec-tacular view of Osorno volcano, Puntiagudo andTronador hills. Arrival at Peulla, an ecological townand paradise for nature lovers, where you will havethe rest of the day at leisure to explore the surround-ings on you own. This schedule is referential. Weather conditions maycause changes in the schedule.Collective tour withother guests.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L,D)

DAY 6: ANDEAN LAKE CROSSING PEULLA / BARILOCHE, ARGENTINAContinue your unforgettable experience in naturalparadise with an overland journey by bus to PuertoFrias, Argentina. Travel through dense forest andover the Continental Divide to the Chilean/Argentinean Customs Point. Surrounded by theAndes Mountain range, continue down the windingroad that leads to Puerto Frías. Sail on Lake Frías toPuerto Alegre. Then drive overland by bus to PuertoBlest. Here you will visit Cántaros Falls. Depart on acatamaran across Lake Nahuel Huapi to PuertoPañuelo. Upon arrival, board the bus that will takeyou to the Llao Llao Hotel & Resort. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

CHILE & ARGENTINA

PATAGONIA CRUISE ADVENTUREON BOARD THE MARE AUSTRALISFIVE DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE PUNTA ARENAS / EMBARKPATAGONIA CRUISEUpon arrival in Punta Arenas, you are met andtransferred to the Mare Australis check in localoffice. Afternoon embarkation on the ExpeditionCruise Ship Mare Australis. The Captain and crewwill give a welcome cocktail reception on board.Immediately afterward, the ship will set sail for the“uttermost part of the earth.” Through the mythi-cal Strait of Magellan, we will travel to SouthernPatagonia, including Tierra de Fuego. This is thebeginning of a Great Adventure!ABOARD MARE AUSTRALIS (B, D)

DAY 2: PATAGONIA CRUISE (AINSWORTH BAY /TUCKER ISLET)During the dawn’s early light, your ship will conti -nue navigating through Almirantazgo Inlet, untilarriving near Marinelli Glacier in Ainsworth Bay,where you will enjoy a walk to discover a beaverdam in the midst of a marvelous Magellanic forest.On the beach, observe a colony of Elephant Seals.Continuing the voyage, visit Tucker Islet, whereyou will see colonies of Magellanic penguins andCormorants from the zodiac boats. ABOARD MARE AUSTRALIS (B, L, D)

DAY 3: PATAGONIA CRUISE (PIA GLACIER / GLACIER ALLEY ) You will navigate the main part of the Beagle Channelto enter Pia Fjord and disembark near the glacier ofthe same name. Take an excursion to a look-out pointthat is ideal for viewing the mountain range wherethe glacier originates. After this unforgettable experi-ence, sail again along the northwest arm of theBeagle Channel through majestic “Glacier Alley”:Spain, Romanche, Germany, Italy, France andHolland glaciers. ABOARD MARE AUSTRALIS (B, L, D)

DAY 4: PATAGONIA CRUISE (CAPE HORN ANDPUERTO WILLIAMS) Sail through the Beagle and Murray Channels todisembark in Cape Horn National Park. Cape Horn,a sheer, almost 425-meter-high promontory, wherethe Atlantic and Pacific Ocean merge. The Capeowes its name to the Port of Horn, the expedition’sdeparture point. In the afternoon, disembark inPort Williams, the southernmost town in the world,where you can take optional excursions, such asthe visit to Martin Gusinde Museum. ABOARD MARE AUSTRALIS (B, L, D)

DAY 5: DISEMBARK PATAGONIA CRUISE /USHUAIA, ARGENTINAArrival to Ushuaia, the most important Argentinecity in Tierra de Fuego, and the southernmost cityin the world. Disembark at 8:00AM. You will be metat the pier and transferred to the airport for yourflight to Buenos Aires. (B)

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Blest. Here you will visit Cántaros Falls. Depart on acatamaran across Lake Nahuel Huapi to PuertoPañuelo. Upon arrival, board the bus that will takeyou to the Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Golf-Spa, locat-ed in the northwest of the Argentine Patagonia andwithin Nahuel Huapi National Park. It is surroundedby majestic mountain peaks, crystal blue lakes, snow-covered mountains, rivers and colorful forests ofLarch, Cypress, Coihue and Arrayanes. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 6: BARILOCHEDay at leisure to enjoy the resort and explore its sur-rounding areas. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 7: BARILOCHE / BUENOS AIRESTransfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires,Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to yourhotel. The capital offers something for everyone,from sophisticated European-style architecture, gar-dened parks and broad boulevards, pulsating tangonightlife and unique local neighborhoods of greatcharacter and charm.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 8: BUENOS AIRESToday you’ll enjoy a half day tour of one of the mostsophisticated and charming cities of the Americas.This tour starts at the historical May Square (Plaza deMayo) surrounded by the Government House (PinkHouse), the Metropolitan Cathedral and the ancientCity-Hall, seat of the former Spanish Viceroys.Continuation along May Avenue, of strong Spanishinfluence till you get to Congress Square facing the

CHILE & ARGENTINATWELVE DAYS

DAY 1: ARRIVE SANTIAGO, CHILEWelcome to Chile. Upon arrival, you shall be greetedby our country representative, assisted and trans-ferred to your hotel. Santiago, elegant and cosmo-politan capital city, sits in a basin between the CoastRange to the west and the Andes to the East.This afternoon, enjoy a half day city tour of Santiago.The tour will reveal a sophisticated city of color andcontrast; classic city landmarks - the old district withits provincial atmosphere; the sophisticated,European style modern districts of Vitacura, LasCondes and Providencia; the Spanish colonialchurches, the Museum of Pre-Colombian Art; theRoyal Customs House; gardens and governmentpalaces off the Plaza de Armas. Rising above thestreets of the capital, enjoy the panoramic viewsfrom the crest of Cristobal Hill, and Santa Lucia. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS.

DAY 2: SANTIAGO / WINE COUNTRY / SANTIAGOThe wineries in the valley below Santiago are someof the oldest in Chile. Here you'll find most of thebiggest and best-known vineyards in the country. Wewill visit Maipo Valley, South of Santiago and one ofthe most recognizable of Chile's wine producingregions.Chile's largest winemaker, Viña Concha y Toro, is oneof the oldest wineries in the region. Imported vinesfrom Europe, significantly improving the quality ofthe wines produced. Tours begin with an introducto-ry video, a stroll through the vineyards and the cen-tury-old gardens, a look at the modern facilities, anda wine tasting experience. Chile's third-largest winery, Viña Santa Rita, playedan important historical role in Chile's battle for inde-pendence. At the center of Santa Rita's Maipo Valleyestate, the lovely colonial hacienda now serves as thewinery's headquarters. Its rest aurant, La Casa deDoña Paula, is a delightful place where you shallenjoy lunch, prior to heading down into the winery'smusty cellars. You will return back to Santiago laterin the afternoon.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B, L)

DAY 3: SANTIAGO / PUERTO MONTT / PUERTO VARAS Transfer to the airport for our flight to Puerto Montt,a German-style seaport of fishing boats and water-front cafes. Transfer to your hotel at Puerto Varas, abeauty spot on the shore of Lago Llanquihue in theglaciers area. This afternoon enjoy a tour of thePuerto Varas village, known for its roses growingalong the streets and monumental Baroque-stylechurch, a replica of a church in Germany's BlackForest. Continue to Puerto Montt and the fishing

port of Angelmo, famed for its crafts market andwaterfront cafes. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 4: ANDEAN LAKE CROSSING PUERTO VARAS/PEULLAYou start your spectacular journey with a departureoverland by bus to Petrohué, bordering lakeLLanquihue with a fantastic view of Osorno andCalbuco volcanoes. Here, you will visit Vicente PérezRosales National Park which features the emeraldgreen Petrohué Falls. After some free time to strollaround, you depart on a catamaran to Peulla, sailingthrough Todos Los Santos Lake, enjoying an evenmore spectacular view of Osorno volcano,Puntiagudo and Tronador hills. Arrival at Peulla, anecological town and paradise for nature lovers,where you will have the rest of the day at leisure toexplore the surroundings on you own. This schedule is referential. Weather conditions maycause changes in the schedule.Collective tour withother guests.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B,L,D)

DAY 5: ANDEAN LAKE CROSSING / PEULLA / BARILOCHEContinue your unforgettable experience in naturalparadise with an overland journey by bus to PuertoFrias, Argentina. Travel through dense forest andover the Continental Divide to the Chilean/Argentinean Customs Point. Surrounded by theAndes Mountain range, continue down the windingroad that leads to Puerto Frías. Sail on Lake Frías toPuerto Alegre. Then drive overland by bus to Puerto

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of the Falls. The second leg of the train ride leavesfrom Cataratas Station and goes to Garganta delDiablo Station.OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 12: IGUASSU FALLS / BUENOS AIRES / USAThe morning is at leisure to explore the area furtheron your own. In the afternoon, you transfer to theairport for your flight back to Buenos Aires. Uponyour arrival, you will be transferred from the domes-tic airport to International airport for your outboundflight. (B)

National Parliament. Drive along the main streetsand avenues around downtown and the most fash-ionable districts of the city and the spacious and oxy-genating Palermo Parks for a relaxing stroll. Yourtour will also include the bohemian and colorfulneighborhood of La Boca -of Italian immigrants- andthe elegant district of Recoleta. This evening, you will get in close contact with thesensual music and dance of Tango, Argentina’s majorcultural export, accompanied by dinner. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B, D)

DAY 9: BUENOS AIRESThe day is at leisure for you to enjoy the city's distin-guished museums or world-class shopping. An arrayof optional tours is available which can be arrangedlocally through our representatives. We recommenda full day excursion dedicated to the visit of anestancia in the Pampas, a typical Argentine ranch,ideal place to appreciate the Argentine gaucho skillsin cattle breeding and horseback riding, plus a typi-cal Argentine barbecue, the “asado". Or perhaps, ahalf day tour to the Tigre Delta. Tigre is an exclusiveresort of summer residences, yachting and rowingclubs. Here you can enjoy a boat ride through therivers and streams of the Parana-Delta to view hun-dreds of islands covered in luxuriant vegetation. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 10: BUENOS AIRES / IGUASSU FALLS Transfer to the airport to fly to Iguassu Falls. You aremet on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Longbefore the Spanish explorer Don Alvaro Nuñesreached South America’s greatest waterfall in 1541,the local Indians had named it Iguaçu - meaning

great waters. Once seen, the falls - all 275 of them -are never forgotten. The two-mile wide curtain ofwater crashing 300 ft over a series of precipices intoa spray-filled gorge constitutes the most spectacularsight of probably the whole of South America. This afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of the falls fromthe Brazilian side. Cross the border into Brazil andproceed into the national park. A trail winds towardsthe falls populated by contis, long-tailed racoon-likecreatures. At its end, an elevator provides speedyaccess to a viewing platform at the foot of the falls.Focal point of the falls, best seen from above, is theDevil’s Throat, a horseshoe-shaped gully in mid-stream, over which seems to pour most of theIguassu River. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS AT SELECTED HOTELS. (B)

DAY 11: IGUASSU FALLSExplore the falls from the Argentine side either byriding the train or by talking an easy walk alongSendero Verde (green trail). Both ways will get youto Cataratas Station, the starting point of the UpperCircuit. The Upper Circuit is a half-hour walk along a1200-meter trail – with low degree of difficulty andno stairs – that goes deep into the jungle. All of asudden, you run into breathtaking views of the Falls.You will get lots of closer views at the different obser-vation points, and more panoramic sights toward theend of the trail. The Lower Circuit requires morephysical effort due to its stairs but it can be perfectlydone if you take it nice and slow, catching yourbreath on the different viewpoints. On this trail youwill also walk deep into the jungle, crossing streamsand coming across local fauna. The Lower Circuitgoes all the way down to the river, where the boatcrosses over to San Martin Island. On the way down,there are balconies with marvelous bottom-up views

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