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AntarcticaLUXURY CRUISE 2014

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Extraordinary Antarctica

Welcome to Scenic Tours Antarctica. I would like to invite

you to discover the extraordinary sights of Antarctica on

our luxury cruise in 2014. There really is no place quite like

the last frontier of the white continent. Its vast icy peninsula

offers extraordinary scenery where an amazing kingdom of

polar wildlife rule. Its mystery has intrigued for centuries

and Antarctica is awaiting your discovery on this cruise with

Scenic Tours.

An unrivalled cruising experienceTravelling with us to this frozen continent is an

unforgettable experience thanks to the Scenic Tours

signature of all-inclusive luxury and our relationship with the

leaders in expedition cruising to Antarctica. Travelling with

like-minded guests, this opportunity is strictly limited to 150

Scenic Tours guests and a maximum of 200 guests on board.

The extraordinary polar worldDiscovering Antarctica with Scenic Tours means you’ll witness the magnitude and serenity of this majestic white wilderness in the height of the Austral summer. Your extraordinary ten night cruise departs from Ushuaia, the southernmost town on Earth and travels through the wildlife-rich waters of the Drake Passage. You will enjoy unrivalled access to the Antarctic Peninsula, visits to its islands and beaches and enjoy zodiac expeditions on to the ice to come face to face with breaching humpback whales, dancing king penguins, lazy elephant seals and the many other intriguing animals that call this polar land of icebergs and glaciers home.

Our expert expedition team Your cruise will be accompanied by a passionate team of Antarctic expedition professionals who are the perfect travelling companions to share the intricacies and hidden

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secrets of the world’s last wilderness with you. Your cruise will be led by our experienced Tour Directors who promise you impeccable hospitality and an unforgettable trip-of-a-lifetime.

The ultimate in luxury Antarctic cruisingTravel in all-inclusive luxury on a 5-star mega yacht, L’Austral, the second all-verandah and suite ship sailing the southern waters. Built in the style of superb mega yachts but with the intimacy and service of small capacity ships, your floating hotel promises a unique window to the breathtaking beauty of nature at its most dramatic from the privacy of your verandah stateroom. The sophistication of the French shines through on board L’Austral, where precious materials, culinary magic, discreet elegance and a perfect balance between chic and casual combine to make you feel as if you are on your own private yacht.

Scenic Tours Signature – all-inclusive luxuryScenic Tours is the leading operator of all-inclusive and fully escorted luxury tours and cruises. This means we include absolutely everything from airport transfers to tipping and gratuities so you only need to plan for your personal expenses. You will truly appreciate the remarkable value and peace of mind that we offer. To those who have enjoyed travelling with us before, we look forward to welcoming you back. And to those who are considering us for the first time, we hope to have the pleasure of your company on our luxury cruise to witness the magnificence of Antarctica in 2014.

Glen Moroney Founder and Managing Director


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Your magical days in Antarctica 10

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Scenic Tours South America 14

Amazon and Galápagos Islands cruising 16

20 Day Taste of Brazil & Ultimate Antarctic Adventure EAAR 18

28 Day Icons of South America & Ultimate Antarctic Adventure SAIA 20

33/41 Day South American Adventure - Galápagos, Amazon & Antarctic Cruising SAAG.A/SAA.A 24

Booking InformationL’Austral Deckplan 26

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The vast white continent of Antarctica is a world unto itself and has held a mysterious allure for centuries. First imagined by the ancient Greeks and unknowingly circumnavigated by Captain Cook, it wasn’t actually seen until 1820. The first person to step on the continent was that of an American sealer in 1821, but the South Pole wasn’t reached for another ninety years. Today however, discovering the spellbinding serenity of the most southern place on Earth is not only possible, it is a reality with Scenic Tours on this ten night all-inclusive luxury cruise.

Mother Nature’s showcaseOne of the world’s great cruising destinations, in the peak of the austral summer where daylight reigns for 20 hours and the waters of the Drake Passage are at their calmest is the best time to discover Antarctica. Its vast icy peninsula showcases the wildlife-rich waters of Neko Bay and Deception Island and our cruise navigates some of the most beautiful and intriguing waterways including the Lemaire Channel where steep cliffs hem in iceberg-strewn passages.

Your Expedition TeamYour cruise will be led by a team of experts who are passionate about Antarctica. Your Expedition Leader has more than 20 years experience in the Antarctic region and is complemented by an expert crew of naturalists, geologists, lecturers and experienced guides who will make the entire journey incredibly rewarding. They are all handpicked for their experience and personal disposition and bursting with intimate knowledge, expertise and passion for the white continent.

Awe inspiring wondersAntarctica promises unmissable vistas as the pops of Antarctic polar life are dwarfed by the grandeur of glaciers, icebergs and mountains. A spectacular wildlife production like no other, these are shores teaming with orcas, dolphins, porpoises, seals, albatross, petrels, terns and penguins all vying for your attention. And our cruise is timed to witness two of the natural world’s most marvellous performances, the water antics of the humpback whales and the hatching of baby penguin chicks.

Offshore expeditions in the heart of the Antarctic PeninsulaWitnessing the natural extravaganza of this remote and untamed land is in the hands of the skilled and experienced expedition staff who plan and manage your Zodiac excursions on to the ice. From breaching humpback whales and penguins ice dancing to elephant seals soaking up the rays of daylight that sparkle on the walls of glaciers, you will enjoy at least two expeditions every day once you reach the peninsula, promising magical encounters with some of the most enigmatic of animals living on this stunning landscape.

Life on board L’AustralLife on this luxurious boutique ship promises plenty of opportunities to experience the wonders of this great white wilderness. Learn more about the history of Antarctic exploration and the lifestyle and habitats of the polar wildlife, or step onto your private verandah to toast this phenomenal experience against the sheer majesty of the priceless backdrop.

The experience of a lifetimeYour opportunity to discover the world’s most spectacular continent

Scenic Tours have carefully selected our cruise partner, who are the leaders in Antarctic luxury expeditions and we have designed an unrivalled itinerary on board this sophisticated ship, L’Austral to make your Antarctic dreams an incredible reality.

Our expertiseScenic Tours have been operating tours in the Polar Regions since 2007. Cruising on this 142 metre long and 18 metre wide Antarctic beauty means our guests will visit the very edge of the South Pole in the finest fashion. All of the crew are Antarctic professionals and include geologists, naturalist guides and scientists, who will share their insights into this extraordinary world, from on board lectures to small group expeditions on Zodiacs.

Fully escorted luxuryWe are with you all the way from arrival to departure. Your cruise is hosted by our professional Tour Directors who have been handpicked for their experience and personal disposition. They are bursting with local knowledge, expertise and passion. The numerous glowing reports from our past guests only serve to show how they will make your cruise extra special.

Unrivalled experiencesOur fascinating itinerary is unrivalled in its meticulous attention to detail and service and has been expertly planned to maximise your time on the ice and your wildlife viewing experiences.

Included highlights and special eventsFrom exclusive guest soirées in Buenos Aires before and after your cruise to included charter flights to Ushuaia to board L’Austral, activity briefings with complimentary beverages each day in the Peninsula and on board gala dinners, to insightful Antarctic presentations, every step of the cruise delivers the ultimate experience of our signature service.

All-inclusiveWhen we talk about being ‘all-inclusive’, that is exactly what we mean. We are meticulous in our planning to ensure an extraordinary journey. The best part is that our all-inclusive philosophy is seamless. There are no hidden extras. Your special Antarctic Parka will be waiting in your cabin when you board and is yours to keep. Enjoy wine or beer with lunch and dinner each day on board. We even include the hire of your special Antarctic boots plus porterage, tipping and gratuities throughout your cruise.

A superior journeyThe perfect size to navigate into the heart of Antarctica and boasting eco-friendly features, very few vessels are equipped to sail deep into the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula as L’Austral. With innovative marine technology, an advanced stabilising system, led by its retractable wings, which guarantee the most stabilised ship on these waters, L’Austral is at the forefront of safety and technology. It boasts double sonar 3D images of the seabed, satellite radio trackers on every Zodiac, and a satellite weather station providing real time updates to optimise routes of navigation.

Scenic Tours SignatureExclusive experiences in unrivalled comfort


Scenic Tours guests will venture onto the ice for an unforgettable experience of Antarctica’s famed wildlife and dramatic beauty. The most extraordinary highlights will undoubtedly be the two daily shore excursions where you will follow in the footsteps of Shackleton, Mawson, Amundsen and Scott from the South Shetland Islands to Port Lockroy and the Scullin-Murray Monoliths to South Georgia to view the harmony and majesty of life in the great white wilderness.

Unforgettable discoveries Designed by the most famous undersea explorer of the 20th century, Jacques Cousteau, Zodiac boats will ferry small groups each accompanied by an expert naturalist to Antarctica’s icy reaches. Landings depend on meteorological conditions, the position of the ice and winds, and the state of the sea, but you will discover hidden treasures such as Brown Bluff, an extinct volcano located at the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula, and Pleneau Island, home to Gentoo penguins, famous for sporting a wide white stripe across the top of their heads.

Nature’s polar paradiseYour zodiac excursions can range from exploring the beaches of Deception Island, which is home to countless chinstrap penguins, to cruising past the icebergs of Booth Island and Cape Renard alongside pods of humpback and killer whales. The South Shetland Islands are a haven for wildlife and boasts vast congregations of Adélie penguins and is home to beaches ruled by sea elephant, Weddell and sea leopard seals, with the elegant albatross playing in the wind currents above.

A glacial museumMore than 98 per cent of Antarctica is covered with ice. Mirrored glaciers and huge rivers of ice are the result of extreme cold, dry and strong winds, which have created the most severe natural environments, spectacular landscapes and natural phenomenon on the planet. Shimmer in the reflections of this polar desert on a unique voyage though vast icy landscapes seamlessly blending blue and white. This is a place where the silence is broken only by the crack of breaking ice. It is purely unforgettable magic.

Your magical days in AntarcticaExtraordinary experiences in the most unique destination on the planet


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The remote waterways at the bottom of the world are best experienced by cruise and is the only way to come face to face with the polar life of the Antarctic. Combining the Scenic Tours Signature of all-inclusive luxury with the pride of French sophistication, style and state-of-the-art technology, our relationship with the number one cruise line sailing the Antarctic, means that your cruising experience will be the very best.

The Ultimate Antarctic cruiseL’Austral’s size and technical advantages are perfectly designed to navigate the Drake Passage, which connects the southern tip of South America at Cape Horn to the Antarctic Peninsula. L’Austral is your front-row seat to the theatrics of the penguins and humpback whales to giant petrels and albatross, and allows unique access to so many exceptional sites.

State-of-the-art technologyLaunched in May 2011, L’Austral is the second all-verandah stateroom and suite vessel to sail to Antarctica. Cruising on board means all our guests enjoy the luxury of this ‘5-star mega yacht’. Equipped with innovative marine and the most eco-friendly technology available, L’Austral has achieved ‘Comfort 1’, the highest class of recognition, thanks to its advanced stabilising system and bespoke retractable wings, providing the most secure levels of stability through the dramatic Drake Passage.

Luxurious private verandah stateroomsL’Austral’s elegant and spacious air-conditioned staterooms are beautifully appointed, offering everything you would expect from a first class hotel, including 24-hour room service. Step onto your private verandah and be awed by the majestic

L’Austral - Scenic Tours Antarctic CruiseWake up in a magical white wilderness with the hospitality and luxury of a 5-star mega yacht


scenery and after a day of exciting discoveries, relax and enjoy your stateroom amenities. To truly indulge yourself choose one of the splendid Deluxe or Prestige Suites, the most luxurious and beautifully appointed suites you will find cruising to Antarctica.

Spacious lounges and observation decksYou will appreciate the spaciousness of the Panoramic Lounge and Terrace for sweeping views of the terrain. Relax in one of the three bars or take some quiet time in the Library which offers a wide range of titles and guest internet stations. Stand on the Observation Deck for breathtaking views of the passing scenery and polar wildlife.

Culinary classLoyal to the great French culinary traditions, the haute cuisine on board L’Austral is a fine adventure of its own. From gala dinners to Scenic Enrich cocktail soirées, all our guests will experience the old world glamour of luxury cruising. From early risers coffee, breakfast served in your private verandah stateroom, afternoon tea of pastries and warm beverages, and gourmet lunches and dinners served in your choice of two restaurants with wine, beer and mineral water, the cuisine is as exceptional as the views you will witness as you dine. Deluxe Verandah Stateroom


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From lost cities and extraordinary wildlife to passionate people, some of the world’s best cuisine, and more pristine wilderness than anywhere else on the planet. South America is a true sensory experience and will really get into your blood. This captivating Latin continent is filled with majestic views, tantalising tastes and beautiful sounds, from ancient ruins to pristine fjords, sizzling grills to fine wines, and the sounds of bossa nova to the calls from the rainforest.

Iconic destinationsRenowned for the bustling hotspots of Rio and Buenos Aires to the iconic sites of Cuzco, Iguazú falls and Machu Picchu, the Scenic Tours South American experience extends to the cruising destinations of the Amazon and Galápagos Islands.

You’ll never want to leave ArgentinaWith landscapes as diverse as glaciers and deserts contrasting with the voluptuous spill of colour and charisma that makes Buenos Aires world famous, everyone from tango dancers to gauchos will sweep you in.

Be bold in BrazilFrom its stunning coastline of powdery white beaches to its pulsating cities and extraordinary breadth of rainforest and thundering waterfalls, Brazil exudes atmosphere in absolute volumes.

Be charmed by all things ChileanChile may be a narrow strip between the Andes and the Pacific but it boasts glacial fields, volcanoes, geysers and fjords.

Ecuador is a nature lover’s paradiseEcuador is the continent’s second smallest country but it is also a kaleidoscope of natural marvels. It is also home to the unique Galápagos Islands.

Peru is a melting pot of culture and cuisineFrom the Incas, Cuzco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley to the gastronomic delights in Lima and the jungle of the Amazon, a journey through Peru is a fusion of natural, ancient and modern cultural wealth.

Scenic Special StaysWhen it comes to accommodation, the extraordinary Scenic Tours experience continues with a collection of outstanding properties that promise an extraordinary stay. Whether it’s the 5-star opulence of the Das Cataratas by Orient-Express in Iguazù Falls; or relaxing at the Sumaq Hotel in the heart of Machu Picchu, you’ll appreciate the luxury of all our exceptional properties, many which are exclusively available to Scenic Tours.

Scenic Tours South AmericaDiscover the spectacular diversity of landscapes, wildlife and cultures that is South America


Only with Scenic Tours can you combine South American and Antarctic touring with 5-star luxury cruising along the Amazon and to the Galápagos Islands. Taking a 5-star luxury expedition cruise into the heart of these pristine World Heritage-listed wilderness areas is the only way to make this phenomenal journey.

Extraordinary destinationsThought to be the oldest tropical forest in the world, the Amazon is as unique as it is remote. Geographic variations in sunlight, rainfall, temperature and soils combine to create an extraordinary exotic haven for a multitude of

flora and fauna; whilst the intriguing Galápagos Islands are an archipelago of volcanic islands with minimal human footprint. This ecological national park is also a biological marine reserve famed for its vast number of endemic species and contributed to Darwin’s theory of evolution by natural selection.

A cruise of Amazonian proportionsThe Amazon jungle is more immense, more compelling and less accessible than most people imagine. The remote Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve is a protected wildlife area blanketed by rainforest and jungle and is only

Amazon and Galápagos Islands cruisingWildlife and jungle wilderness – experience the kaleidoscope of colours


accessible by boat. mv Aria is the first all-suite cruise ship to ply these waters and caters to a maximum of 32 guests in complete luxury. There is a staff to crew ratio of almost one to one, plenty of space to relax on board including an outdoor observation deck with jacuzzi and air-conditioned lounge and bar, and world class dining is part of the total experience.

The greatest wildlife sanctuary on EarthLying off the coast of Ecuador, the Galápagos Islands are one of the natural world’s last frontiers. Isolation has resulted in a unique ecosystem and unusual wildlife and birdlife. This unique live museum is home to a vast array of endemic species including the endangered Galápagos giant tortoise, land and marine iguanas, Darwin’s finches, the blue-footed boobies and the Galápagos sea lions. The mv Galápagos Legend has recently been refurbished. Junior Suite are finely appointed and offer panoramic ocean views. You will enjoy all the amenities of a deluxe cruise ship with the intimacy of a small expedition vessel.

Intimate luxury expeditionsOn both cruises your English-speaking naturalist guides will take you on daily expeditions. Comfortable motorised skiffs will journey through the Amazon as your guides share their boundless knowledge of the flora, fauna and history of the Amazon and introduce you to caymans and the endangered pink Amazon dolphin plus local residents living in remote jungle villages. And in the Galápagos Islands, you will board the inflatable zodiacs for offshore excursions led by accredited naturalist guides for unbeatable photographic opportunities from amazingly close wildlife encounters.

Window seats to the exoticBoth mv Aria and mv Galápagos Legend promise luxurious guest suites and all the features you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Both cruises are all-inclusive and fully escorted by our Tour Directors with all the embellishments that you would expect of a 5-star Scenic Tours luxury tour.

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Day 1 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Welcome to colourful Rio de Janeiro. On arrival you will be met by a Scenic Tours Representative and transferred to your hotel. Meet your Tour Director this evening for a welcome drink. Three Night Stay: Sofitel Hotel or Caesar Park Hotel.

Day 2 Rio de Janeiro On your Included tour see the famous ‘Christ’ Statue. Scenic Enrich: Visit the Sambodromo, the home of the famous Carnival Parade and have fun trying on some of the colourful costumes. Then ride the cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain. Scenic Enrich: Tonight enjoy a welcome dinner and tour briefing. Meals: FB,L,D

Day 3 Rio de Janeiro Included Scenic FreeChoice activity, choose from: (1) cruise Guanabara Bay; or (2) tour the favelas (shanty towns); or (3) walking tour of the old city centre; or (4) jeep adventure through the Tijuca Forest; or (5) the historic Imperial city of Petropolis. Included Scenic FreeChoice Dinner, choose from: (1) a typical Brazilian Churrascaria (steakhouse); or (2) live samba music and traditional tapas. Meals: FB,HD

Day 4 Rio de Janeiro – Iguazú Falls Included flight to the World Heritage listed Iguazú Falls. Your luxurious hotel is the only hotel located within the National Park and whose guests enjoy the exclusive experience of the falls for sunrise and sunset. Enjoy your Included tour of the Brazilian side of the falls. Two Night Special Stay : Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express. Meals: FB,D

Day 5 Iguazú Falls Included tour to the Parque das Aves to see the rare and colourful birds. Scenic

INCLUDED ScenicEnrich • Meet your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a private welcome dinner• Marvel at the majestic Iguazú Falls as you journey on the river up close to see the

‘Devil’s Throat’• Meet your Tour Directors and fellow travellers at a private briefing and cocktail

soirée • Cruise in luxury and comfort for 10 nights deep into the heart of Antarctica • Zodiac off shore excursions to discover the unique polar wildlife and the

Antarctic terrain • Daily cocktail soirée and activity briefing in the Antarctic Peninsula • Farewell your Tour Directors and fellow travellers at a private Farewell Dinner

INCLUDED ScenicFreeChoice• In Rio de Janeiro, visit local Favela (Shanty Town); or tour Petropolis; or a walking

tour of the old city centre; or a Jeep tour of Tijuca Forest; or cruise Guanabara Bay

• In Buenos Aires, visit a ranch to see the Argentine horsemanship; or cruise the Tigre River and admire the old residences; or take a private tour of the magnificent Teatro Colón; or catch the subway to visit the El Zanjón underground tunnels

INCLUDED ScenicDining• 48 superb meals including 19 Full Breakfasts (FB), 12 Lunches (L), 3 Highlight

Dinners (HD), 13 Dinners (D) and 1 Supper (S)

INCLUDED ScenicSpecialStays• Das Cataratas Hotel by Orient Express, Iguazú Falls • Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires

INCLUDED ScenicHighlights • The highlights of Rio de Janeiro - the ‘Christ’ Statue and Sugar Loaf Mountain• Tour the Argentinean and Brazilian sides of Iguazú Falls• Visit Parque das Aves to see the colourful birds• Tour Buenos Aires and see the colourful districts of San Telmo and La Boca• Enjoy a welcome and farewell cocktail soirée with your expert Expedition team• All on board lectures and all Zodiac excursions led by expert Expedition guides

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L’AustralUltimate Features• Luxury 10 night cruise• 100% Spacious Verandah

Staterooms and Suites• Sun Deck and Observation

Decks• Two Restaurants• Relax in three bars, two lounges

and a library• Spa, fitness room, beauty salon

and theatre• State-of-the-art stabilising and

navigational equipment• 24 hour room service

All-inclusive luxury• All on shore activities and

excursions• Minimum of 2 zodiac excursions

per day in the Antarctic Peninsula• Expedition Parka• Expedition Boot hire• Wine and beer with lunch and

dinner onboard Antarctic cruise*• On board cocktail soirées• On board entertainment and

Expedition Presentations• Expert Naturalists and Expedition

Guides• Fully escorted by experienced

Tour Directors • ALL TIPPING, GRATUITIES

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Enrich: Travel onto the water for an exciting adventure as you see the ‘Devil’s Throat’. Meals: FB,D

Day 6 Iguazú Falls – Buenos Aires Cross the border for your Included tour of the Argentinean Falls. Then take an Included flight to Buenos Aires. Three Night Special Stay : Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB

Day 7 Buenos Aires Your Included tour will show you all the highlights including the colourful districts of La Boca and San Telmo. Included Scenic FreeChoice dinner choose from: (1) Happenings Steak House (Parilla); or (2) dinner and lively Tango show. Meals: FB,HD

Day 8 Buenos Aires Included Scenic FreeChoice activity, choose from: (1) visit an estancia (ranch) to see the Argentine gaucho; or (2) cruise the Tigre River; or (3) tour the Teatro Colon; or (4) the El Zanjon underground tunnels. Scenic Enrich: Meet your Tour Directors and fellow travellers at a private cocktail soirée and cruise briefing this evening. Meals: FB,L,S

Day 9 Buenos Aires – Ushuaia Your adventure into the heart of the white continent begins today with your Included charter flight to Ushuaia, the southernmost town in the world. Board your luxurious cruise vessel the L’Austral and settle into your tastefully appointed stateroom. Meet your Expedition Leader and expert team of naturalist guides this evening for a welcome cocktail soirée. Set sail and head east through the Beagle Channel, enjoying dramatic views of the mountains of Tierra del Fuego. Ten Night Luxury Cruise: L’Austral. Meals: FB,L,D

Days 10-11 Drake Passage Equipped with state-of-the-art stabilising equipment, L’Austral makes traversing this important sea trade route of the 19th and 20th centuries, the Drake Passage easy. Relax in comfort and enjoy presentations from your expert expedition guides on a range of topics. The wildlife-rich waters of the passage attract many species of marine and bird life and each day join your expedition leaders on the deck as they introduce

the various species to you including wandering albatrosses and the numerous other seabirds that will escort you. The first sightings of icebergs and snow-capped mountains are exciting and indicate that you have reached the Antarctic Peninsula. Meals: FB,L,D

Days 12-15 Antarctic Peninsula Excursions Antarctica is one of the most remote and inaccessible areas in the world and offers a “bucket list” experience of a lifetime. Once you reach the heart of the peninsula the sailing and excursion schedule is flexible to maximise your experience. Included off shore excursions will take place and you will travel on board sturdy inflatable zodiacs, accompanied by the expert naturalist guides. Landings will depend on meteorological conditions, the position of the ice and winds, and the state of the sea. During your visit, there is the opportunity to navigate some of the most beautiful waterways including the Lemaire Channel, where steep cliffs hem in the iceberg-filled passage. Visit Port Lockroy, a natural harbour on the Antarctic Peninsula of the British Antarctic Territory where half the island is accessible to expedition vessels and guests, while the other half is reserved for penguins! The South Shetland Islands are a haven for wildlife. Vast penguin rookeries, beaches ruled by Antarctic fur seals and southern elephant seals make every day spent in this amazing island group unforgettable and during your passage through you are likely to see Weddell and Sea Leopard seals as well as Minke, Killer (orca) and Humpback whales up close. Scenic Enrich: Each evening join your Tour Directors for a cocktail soirée to discuss the events for the following day. Meals: FB,L,D

Day 16 Weddell Sea Sail the Weddell Sea where much of the southern part of the sea is permanent ice, and see Brown Bluff, home to a colony of 20,000 Adélie penguins. Meals: FB,L,D

Days 17-18 Drake Passage Farewell the Antarctic Peninsula and head north back across the Drake Passage. Join the expert expedition lecturers and naturalists on deck as you search for seabirds and

whales. Enjoy a final cocktail soirée with your crew to celebrate the end of your magnificent cruise. Meals: FB,L,D

Day 19 Ushuaia – Buenos Aires Farewell your crew and take away the memories of this fantastic experience and take an Included charter flight back to Buenos Aires. Scenic Enrich: Enjoy a final dinner to celebrate the end of your magnificent journey with your Tour Directors and fellow travellers. Overnight Special Stay : Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB,HD

Day 20 Buenos Aires Your tour ends after breakfast and you will be transferred to the airport for your onward or homebound flight (flight not included). Meals: FB

All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Tour and Antarctic Cruise price based on Deluxe Verandah Stateroom Category BA. Flights may change and are subject to additional fare surcharges and taxes. ✝Strictly limited single staterooms. *Excludes Premium Wine and beer with lunch and dinner on board Antarctic Cruise. For full terms and conditions, please refer to Scenic Tours South America 2013/14 Brochures.

Deposit:Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $2,500◆Taxes and Charges (included in above prices): Airport taxes and charges approximately $100Port charges, Government taxes and levies approximately $660On board Cruise Gratuities $2252 night Santiago Extension Twin Share: $500 Single Supplement: $330

Upgrade your L’Austral stateroom: Twin share per person

BB (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 4) $800B (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 5) $1,200A (Prestige Stateroom – Deck 6) $1,600PA (Deluxe Suite – Deck 6) $4,100PB (Prestige Suite – Deck 5) $7,200 PD (Prestige Suite – Deck 6) $7,900

Single Supplement upgrades please enquire for details

Pre and Post AccommodationAvailable on request, please enquire for details

International AirfaresJust add the best international airfare of the day - our reservations team are standing by to secure the best available airfare.

20 Day Tour • 19 nights from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires

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Day 1 Lima, Peru Welcome to Lima, the capital of Peru. On arrival at Lima International Airport you will be met by a Scenic Tours Representative and transferred to your luxurious hotel. Scenic Enrich: Tonight meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a private tour briefing and supper. Overnight Special Stay : Swissôtel Lima. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: S

Day 2 Lima – Sacred Valley This morning take an Included flight to Cuzco. Travel to the spectacular lower altitude Sacred Valley of the Incas. Scenic Enrich: A highlight is your visit to the privately-owned Hacienda Huayoccari with a history spanning over three centuries and enjoy a delicious Andean lunch. Three Night Special Stay : Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection. Meals: FB,HL

Day 3 Sacred Valley This morning your expert local guide will take you on an Included walking tour of the town of Ollantaytambo. Scenic Enrich: Visit the community supported by Scenic Tours. Meet the students and teachers at the local school and learn about their lifestyle. Meals: FB,D

Day 4 Sacred Valley Included Scenic FreeChoice activity choose from: (1) Andean village of Chinchero; or (2) tour of the Inca ruins at Pisac; or (3) the ruins of Moray and salt pans; or (4) visit a Peruvian Paso horse ranch. Scenic Enrich: Tonight share stories of your excursion with your fellow travellers as you enjoy a private performance by local musicians. Meals: FB,L,S

Day 5 Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu Included rail journey to Machu Picchu. A highlight of your tour is your Included full day visit to this ancient site. Overnight Special Stay : Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB,L,D

INCLUDED ScenicEnrich • Meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers at a private tour briefing and

supper• Visit the charming Hacienda Huayoccari for a delicious fresh Andean style lunch • Meet and interact with the students and teachers at a local community school• Delight in a private performance by local Andean musicians whilst enjoying

supper• Travel on board the Vistadome Rail and admire the magnificent snow-capped

Andes Mountains through the glass-domed carriages • Take an exciting adventure onto the river to see the magnificent Iguazú Falls • Farewell your fellow travellers at a private dinner in Rio de Janeiro

INCLUDED ScenicFreeChoice• In the Sacred Valley, explore the Inca ruins and of Pisac; or see the ruins of

Moray and the Inca salt pans at Maras; or at Chinchero, visit with a local family; or visit a local Peruvian Paso horse ranch

• In Lima, enjoy a walking tour of the historical centre of the city; or tour Pachacamac Ruins; or tour Huaca Huallamarca Ruins and the Larco Herrera Museum; or pamper yourself with a relaxing spa

• In Rio de Janeiro, visit local Favela (Shanty Town); or tour Petropolis; or a walking tour of the old city centre; or a Jeep tour of Tijuca Forest; or cruise Guanabara Bay

INCLUDED ScenicDining• 63 superb meals including 27 Full Breakfasts (FB), 1 Highlight Lunch (HL),

14 Lunches (L), 4 Highlight Dinners (HD), 14 Dinners (D) and 3 Suppers (S)

INCLUDED ScenicSpecialStays• Swissôtel, Lima, exclusive to Scenic Tours• Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection, Sacred Valley• Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel, exclusive to Scenic Tours• Hotel Monasterio by Orient-Express, Cuzco, exclusive to Scenic Tours• Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express, Iguazú Falls

INCLUDED ScenicHighlights • Three night stay in the breathtaking Sacred Valley• Take a walking tour of the ancient village of Ollantaytambo, in the Sacred Valley• Spend a full day touring the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu • Three night stay in the charming historic city of Cuzco• Marvel at the mix of architecture during a walking tour of Cuzco• Visit the imposing Inca ruins of Sacsayhuamán • Stay for two nights at the World Heritage-listed Iguazú Falls inside the Brazilian

National Park • Tour the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of the Falls• Tour Buenos Aires, famed as the ‘Paris of the Americas’ and see the colourful

districts of San Telmo and La Boca• Complimentary Medical Assist Card included in Peru• Personal ‘oxyshot’ canister included in Peru• Audio Whisper headsets in Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cuzco and Iguazú Falls


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Day 7 Cuzco The charming city of Cuzco is a World Heritage-listed site that was a former capital of the Incas. Included today is a walking tour of the old city and visit the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuamán. Tonight enjoy your Included Scenic FreeChoice Dinner choose from: (1) Andean fusion cuisine at Limo Restaurant; or (2) à la carte dinner at the El Tupay Restaurant; or (3) fine dining at the MAP Café. Meals: FB,HD

Day 8 Cuzco Enjoy a free day to explore this charming city at your leisure. Meals: FB

Day 9 Cuzco – Lima Included flight to Lima. Then on your Included Scenic FreeChoice activity you can discover Lima’s past. Choose from: (1) a walking tour of the historic centre; or (2) tour Pachacamac Ruins; or (3) visit Huaca Huallamarca ruins and the Larco Herrera Museum; or (4) spa treatment. Overnight Special Stay : Swissôtel Lima. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB,L

Day 10 Lima – Iguazú Falls, Brazil Transfer to the airport for your Included flight to the magnificent Iguazú Falls. Transfer to your luxurious hotel, the only hotel located within the boundaries of the Brazilian Falls National Park for a relaxing two night stay. Two Night Special Stay : Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express. Meals: FB,D

Day 11 Iguazú Falls Included this morning is your tour of the majestic Brazilian side of the falls. Scenic Enrich: Travel through the rainforest and onto the water for an adventure you won’t forget as you see the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come close to the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’. Then take your Included tour to the Parque das Aves to see the rare and colourful birds flying in the huge aviaries which have been built to blend in with the humid subtropical forest. Then

enjoy time at leisure to relax and enjoy this pristine

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Day 12 Iguazú Falls – Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Buenos Aires where you will join the Ultimate Antarctic Adventure. Scenic Enrich: Enjoy a private cocktail soirée and cruise briefing this evening. One Night Special Stay : Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB,S

Day 13 Buenos Aires – Ushuaia Your adventure into the heart of the white continent begins today with your Included charter flight to Ushuaia, the southernmost town in the world. Set on the edge of the continent at the end of the Beagle Channel,

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the town is surrounded by mountains and fertile plains. On arrival take an orientation tour of the town then board your luxurious cruise vessel the L’Austral, the first all-verandah and suite vessel to cruise to the heart of Antarctica. Settle into your tastefully appointed stateroom, relax in the lounges or on the deck. Meet your Expedition Leader and expert team of naturalist guides this evening for a welcome cocktail soirée before enjoying your first dinner on board. Set sail and head east through the Beagle Channel, enjoying dramatic views of the mountains of Tierra del Fuego. Ten Night Luxury Cruise: L’Austral. Meals: FB,L,D

Days 14-15 Cruising the Drake Passage Equipped with state-of-the-art stabilising equipment, L’Austral makes traversing this important sea trade route of the 19th and 20th centuries, the Drake Passage easy. Relax in the comfort of your luxurious vessel and enjoy presentations from your expert expedition guides on a range of topics from Antarctica wildlife and birdlife to photography and more. The wildlife-rich waters of the passage attract many species of marine and bird life and each day join your expedition leaders on the deck as they introduce the various species to you including wandering albatrosses, shearwaters, cape petrels, and numerous other seabirds that will escort you. At night enjoy the opportunity to discuss the day’s sightings with your expedition team and learn about what to expect in the days ahead. The first sightings of icebergs and snow-capped mountains are exciting and indicate that you have reached the Antarctic Peninsula. Meals: FB,L,D

Days 16-19 Antarctic Peninsula Excursions Antarctica is the fifth largest continent and 98% of the land mass is covered with perpetual ice. It is one of the most remote and inaccessible areas in the world and offers a “bucket list” experience of a lifetime. Only a few vessels are equipped to sail deep into the heart of Antarctica allowing you to

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day 20 Weddell sea Sail the Weddell Sea contained within the two overlapping claims of Argentine Antarctica and the British Antarctic Territory. Much of the southern part of the sea is permanent ice and you will see icebergs as you sail through, and see Brown Bluff, an extinct volcano located at the northern tip of the Antarctic

Peninsula and home to a colony of 20,000 Adélie penguins. Meals: FB,L,D

days 21-22 drake Passage Farewell the Antarctic Peninsula and head north back across the Drake Passage. Join the expert expedition lecturers and naturalists on deck as you search for seabirds and whales. Enjoy a final cocktail soirée with your crew to celebrate the end of your magnificent cruise. Meals: FB,L,D

day 23 ushuaia – Buenos Aires Farewell your crew and take away the memories of this fantastic experience as you disembark and take an Included charter flight back to Buenos Aires. Scenic Enrich: enjoy a farewell dinner to celebrate the end of your magnificent journey with your tour directors and fellow travellers. Two Night Special Stay: : Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB,HD

day 24 Buenos Aires, Argentina This morning your Included tour will show you all the highlights of this beautiful city including Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosado, and the colourful districts of La Boca and San Telmo, the home of the famous Tango. Meals: FB

day 25 Buenos Aires - rio de Janeiro Take an Included flight to the vibrant and colourful city of Rio de Janeiro where your hotel has a fabulous location on the famous Ipanema or Copacabana Beach. Tonight enjoy your Included Scenic FreeChoice Dinner. Choose from: (1) casual dining in a typical Brazilian Churrascaria (steakhouse); or (2) live samba music and traditional tapas. Three Night Stay: Sofitel Hotel or Caesar Park Hotel. Meals: FB,HD

day 26 rio de Janeiro Today discover the iconic sights of this vibrant city on your Included tour. Ride the cogwheel railway to the top of Corcovado Mountain to see the ‘Christ’ Statue. Scenic Enrich: visit the sambodromo, the home of the famous carnival Parade and try on some of the colourful costumes. Then take an Included ride on the cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain. Meals: FB,L

day 27 rio de Janeiro Personalise your tour today with your Included Scenic FreeChoice activity. Choose from: (1) a cruise on Guanabara Bay: or (2) tour the favelas (shanty towns); or (3) take a walking tour of the old city centre; or (4) jeep adventure tour through the Tijuca Forest; or (5) explore the historic Imperial city of Petropolis. Scenic Enrich: enjoy a final dinner to celebrate the end of your magnificent journey with your tour director and fellow travellers. Meals: FB,HD

day 28 rio de Janeiro Your tour ends after breakfast and you will be transferred to the airport for your onward or homebound flight (flight not included). Meals: FB

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All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Tour and Antarctic Cruise price based on Deluxe Verandah Stateroom Category BA. Flights may change and are subject to additional fare surcharges and taxes. ✝Strictly limited single staterooms. *Excludes Premium Wine and beer with lunch and dinner on board Antarctic Cruise. For full terms and conditions, please refer to Scenic Tours South America 2013/14 Brochures.

deposit:Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $2,500◆taxes and charges (included in above prices): Airport taxes and charges approximately $340Port charges, Government taxes and levies approximately $660On board Cruise Gratuities $2252 night santiago extension Twin Share: $500 Single Supplement: $330

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Day 1 Quito Welcome to Quito. On arrival you will be met by a Scenic Tours Representative and transferred to your luxurious hotel. Two Night Special Stay : Swissôtel Quito. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Day 2 Quito Included city tour and visit to the Equator monument. Scenic Enrich: Welcome dinner at the elegant La Belle Époque restaurant. Meals: FB,HDDay 3 Quito – Galápagos Islands Included flight to the Galápagos Islands. You are embarking on an adventure with a flexible sailing schedule to take advantage of the different conditions and to maximise your encounters with the bird and wildlife of this unique island archipelago. Three Night Cruise: mv Galápagos Legend - Junior Suite Meals: FB,L,DDays 4 - 5 Galápagos Islands Each day you will visit two different areas and walk in a small group led by your expert naturalist guide. Depending on the season you will have the chance to observe the magnificent frigate birds, the unique blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas, the Galápagos Sea Lions and the unusual land iguanas. Meals: FB,L,DDay 6 Galápagos Islands – Guayaquil After a last morning excursion take an Included flight to Guayaquil where you will enjoy an Included city tour. Transfer to your elegant hotel located in the heart of the city centre. Overnight Stay: Hilton Colon. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB,DDay 7 Guayaquil – Lima, Peru Today take an Included flight to Lima where upon arrival you will take your Included tour of Lima exploring the districts of Barranco and Miraflores. Three Night Special Stay : Swissôtel Lima. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB Day 8 Lima Included Scenic FreeChoice activity. Choose from: (1) a walking tour of the historic centre; or (2) tour Pachacamac Ruins; or (3) visit Huaca Huallamarca ruins and the Larco Herrera Museum; or (4) relaxing spa treatment. Meals: FB,L

INCLUDED ScenicEnrich • Meet your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a private welcome dinner• 5-star expedition cruise aboard mv Galápagos Legend • Exclusive 5-star Amazon River Cruise aboard mv Aria • Small group, offshore excursions escorted by expert naturalist guides in the

Amazon and Galápagos Islands • Visit Hacienda Huayocarri and taste a delicious fresh Andean style lunch• Meet and interact with the students and teachers at a Sacred Valley school• Marvel at the majestic Iguazu Falls as you journey on the river to see the

‘Devil’s Throat’• Private Antarctic briefing and cocktail soirée • Cruise in luxury and comfort for 10 nights deep into the heart of Antarctica • Zodiac off shore excursions to discover the unique polar wildlife and the

Antarctic terrain • Daily cocktail soirée and activity briefing in the Antarctic Peninsula • Farewell your Cruise and Tour Directors and fellow travellers at a private

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INCLUDED ScenicFreeChoice• In Lima, the Sacred Valley and Rio de Janeiro

INCLUDED ScenicFreeChoiceDining• In Cuzco and Rio de Janeiro

INCLUDED ScenicDining• 93 superb meals including 40 Full Breakfasts (FB), 22 Lunches (L), 1 Highlight

Lunch (HL), 2 Suppers (S), 6 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 22 Dinners (D)

INCLUDED ScenicSpecialStays• Swissôtel Hotels in Quito and Lima, Exclusive to Scenic Tours• Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection, Sacred Valley• Hotel Monasterio by Orient Express, Exclusive to Scenic Tours• Das Cataratas Hotel by Orient Express, Iguazu Falls • Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires

INCLUDED ScenicHighlights • Tour the charming, World Heritage listed city of Quito• Full day touring the awe inspiring ancient Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu• The highlights of Rio de Janeiro - the ‘Christ’ Statue and Sugar Loaf Mountain• Tour the Argentinian and Brazilian sides of Iguazu Falls• Visit Parque das Aves to see the colourful birds• Tour Buenos Aires and see the colourful districts of San Telmo and La Boca• Enjoy a welcome and farewell cocktail soirée with your expert Expedition team• All on board lectures and all Zodiac excursions led by expert Expedition guides


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Day 9 Lima. Enjoy a full day at leisure. Scenic Enrich: Dine at one of Lima’s private mansions and meet the delightful owners. Meals: FB,HD Guests travelling on tour SAA.A will join the tour in Lima this evening for dinnerDay 10 Lima – Amazon Cruise Included flight to Iquitos then board the mv Aria and settle into your handsomely appointed, over-sized suite. Welcome briefing by your Cruise Director, then sample fine South American wines and world-class cuisine, created with the freshest local products. Four Night Special Stay : mv Aria - First Deck Suite. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB,DDays 11-13 Amazon Cruise The flexible sailing schedule is designed to take advantage of the conditions. You will explore remote Amazon River tributaries, with each excursion led by one of the expert naturalist guides. Meals: FB,L,DDay 14 Amazon – Lima Take a final excursion then farewell your crew. Scenic Enrich: Visit the Manatee Rescue Centre. Then take an Included flight to Lima. Overnight Special Stay : Swissôtel Lima. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals FB,LDay 15 Lima – Sacred Valley Included flight to Cuzco then travel to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Scenic Enrich: Visit Hacienda Huayoccari and enjoy a delicious Andean lunch. Three Night Special Stay : Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection.Meals: FB,HLDay 16 Sacred Valley Included walking tour of Ollantaytambo. Scenic Enrich: Meet the students and teachers at the local school and learn about their lifestyle. Meals: FB,DDay 17 Sacred Valley Included Scenic FreeChoice activity, choose from: (1) the Andean village of Chinchero; or (2) the Inca ruins and markets at Pisac; or (3) the ruins of Moray and the Inca salt pans; or (4) a Peruvian Paso horse ranch. Scenic Enrich: Tonight enjoy a private performance by local musicians. Meals: FB,L,SDay 18 Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu Included rail journey to Machu Picchu for your Included full day visit to this ancient site. Overnight Special Stay : Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB,L,DDay 19 Machu Picchu – Cuzco Scenic Enrich: Marvel at the spectacular views from the glass-dome carriages on board the Vistadome train. Three Night Special Stay : Hotel Monasterio by Orient-Express. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB

Day 20 Cuzco Included walking tour of the old city. Included Scenic FreeChoice Dinner choose from: (1) Andean fusion cuisine at Limo Restaurant; or (2) à la carte dinner at the El Tupay Restaurant; or (3) fine dining at the elegant MAP Café. Meals: FB,HDDay 21 Cuzco Enjoy a free day at leisure. Meals: FBDay 22 Cuzco – Lima Included flight to Lima. Included Scenic FreeChoice Choose from: (1) a walking tour of the historic centre; or (2) tour Pachacamac Ruins; or (3) visit Huaca Huallamarca ruins; or (4) relaxing spa treatment. Overnight Special Stay : Swissôtel Lima. Exclusive to Scenic Tours. Meals: FB,LDay 23 Lima – Iguazú Falls, Brazil Included flight to the magnificent Iguazú Falls. Your luxurious hotel is the only hotel located within the Brazilian Falls National Park. Two Night Special Stay : Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express. Meals: FB,DDay 24 Iguazú Falls Included tour of the majestic Brazilian falls. Scenic Enrich: Travel onto the water for an exciting adventure as you see the ‘Devil’s Throat’. Included tour to the Parque das Aves to see the rare and colourful birds. Meals: FB,DDay 25 Iguazú Falls – Buenos Aires, Argentina Cross the border for your Included tour of the Argentinean Falls. Your tour continues to Buenos Aires where you will join the Ultimate Antarctic Adventure. Scenic Enrich: Enjoy a private cocktail soirée and cruise briefing this evening. One Night Special Stay : Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB,SDay 26-36 Ultimate Antarctic Adventure Refer to days 13-23 on page 21-23 for full itinerary details (EAAA).Day 37 Buenos Aires, Argentina This morning your Included tour will show you all the highlights of this beautiful city including Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosado, and the colourful districts of La Boca and San Telmo, the home of the famous Tango. One Night Special Stay : Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FBDay 38 Buenos Aires – Rio de Janeiro Included flight to Rio de Janeiro where your hotel has a fabulous location on Ipanema or Copacabana Beach. Included Scenic FreeChoice Dinner. Choose from: (1) a typical Brazilian Churrascaria (steakhouse); or (2) live samba music and traditional tapas. Three Night Stay: Sofitel Hotel or Caesar Park Hotel. Meals: FB,HDDay 39 Rio de Janeiro Discover the iconic sights on your Included tour to see the famous ‘Christ’ Statue. Scenic Enrich: Visit the Sambodromo, the home of the famous Carnival Parade and have fun trying on some of

the colourful costumes. Then take an Included ride on the cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain. Meals: FB,LDay 40 Rio de Janeiro Included Scenic FreeChoice activity. Choose from: (1) cruise Guanabara Bay; or (2) tour the favelas (shanty towns); or (3) a walking tour of the old city centre; or (4) a jeep adventure tour of Tijuca Forest; or (5) the historic Imperial city of Petropolis. Scenic Enrich: Enjoy a final dinner to celebrate the end of your magnificent journey with your Tour Director and fellow travellers. Meals: FB,HD Day 41 Rio de Janeiro Your tour ends after breakfast and you will be transferred to the airport for your onward or homebound flight (flight not included). Meals: FB

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Deposit:Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $3,000◆Taxes and Charges (included in above prices): Airport taxes and charges approximately $390Port charges, Government taxes and levies approximately $660On board Cruise Gratuities $4002 night Santiago Extension Twin Share: $500 Single Supplement: $330

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Terms and Conditions1 The ContractThese terms and conditions are additional to the full terms and conditions contained in Scenic Tours South America 2013/14 brochures. All bookings are subject to Scenic Tours full terms and conditions.1.1 The contract between Scenic Tours Pty Limited (“Scenic”, “We”, “Us” or “Our”) and You includes:(a) these Terms and Conditions; and(b) Your Itinerary,(“Contract”).1.2 It is important that You carefully read the Contract as You will be bound by it once You have signed these Terms and Conditions or otherwise paid the earlier of Your Booking Deposit or the Tour Price.2 What You need to know2.1 Who is providing the Tour?We will either:(a) provide the Tour directly through Our staff; or(b) arrange for the Tour to be provided by a Service Provider.2.2 What’s included in the Tour Price?(a) Where indicated in Your Itinerary, Your Tour Price includes (a) all coach, rail and cruise travel; (b) services of a Cruise Director (if applicable) and/or Tour Director; (c) local escort in Peru (if applicable); (d) airport transfers outside Australia (refer to clause 4.8); (e) specified meals; (f) economy class group flights and Air taxes as set out in your specific itinerary; (g) porterage; (h) accommodation; (i) sightseeing and admissions where stated; (j) GST (where applicable); (k) port charges; and (l) all gratuities and tipping. 2.3 What’s not included in the Tour Price?(a) Unless expressly listed in Your Itinerary, certain costs will not be included in the Tour Price, in particular: (a) airfares (unless specified in Your Itinerary or included in clause 2.2(f) above); (b) airline taxes; (c) additional optional activities; (f) accommodation upgrades; (g) meals not specified in Your Itinerary; (h) drinks; (i) laundry; (j) passport fees; (k) visas; (l) vaccinations; (m) government taxes and charges (excluding GST); (n) items of a personal nature (o) fuel surcharges and (p) shore excursions for Celebrity Cruises. (b) Overnight accommodation required to meet Your Tour and/or any flight connections are not included in the Tour Price and will be at Your expense. 2.4 How do You pay?Booking Deposit(a) You must pay the Booking Deposit within 7 days of making Your Booking. (b) Any accommodation, sightseeing or flights We book for You separately to those stated in Your Itinerary are not included in the Booking Deposit or Tour Price and You must pay both the deposits and full costs for such additional services separately to the Booking Deposit and Tour Price. Any requests for such additional services will not be processed until Your Booking Deposit is paid in full. (c) Your booking will be automatically cancelled if We do not receive Your Booking Deposit by the due date.(d) Booking Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable to other tours or third parties (Refer to the “Deposit Protection Plan” outlined in clause 4.12 of these Terms and Conditions).Booking within 90 days of Tour Departure Date(e) If You place a booking with Us within 90 days or less of Your chosen Tour Departure Date, You must pay Your Booking Deposit before We can process Your booking and confirm Your Tour Price. If You do not accept the Tour Price, We will refund Your Booking Deposit. If You accept Your Tour Price, You must pay the outstanding Tour Price within 24 hours of Us notifying You of the Tour Price, or We will cancel Your booking and retain Your Booking Deposit. Final Payment(f) You must pay the balance of the Tour Price to Us no later than 130 days before the Tour Departure Date.2.5 Fees Cancellation Fee (a) Any cancellation of the Tour by You prior to Your Tour Departure Date (including any changes to Your Tour Departure Date or name changes) will result in the following cancellation fees:Days of notice prior to Tour commencement Cancellation Fee (per person)131 days and over Loss of deposit130 days to 91 days 75% of Tour Price90 days or less 100% of Tour Price(b) We will not consider accepting a cancellation until We have received, during office hours, a written cancellation notice signed by You. (c) In addition to the Cancellation Fee, You may also be liable to pay cancellation fees to airlines and other third parties.(d) You must pay for any additional overnight accommodation required as a result of changes to Your flights. (e) You must pay for all expenses which arise due to changes to Your Itinerary after Your Tour Departure Date. This includes changes due to illness or other personal reasons.2.6 What are Our Tour obligations?We will use reasonable endeavours to provide the Tour You have booked in accordance with Your Itinerary. However, due to the nature of travel, it may not always be possible for Us to adhere strictly to Your Itinerary. Where, due to circumstances outside of Our control, We are unable to provide the Tour in accordance with Your Itinerary, We will use reasonable endeavours to provide or arrange appropriate alternatives. 2.7 What are Your Tour obligations?Tour Safety (a) You must follow the Tour Director’s instructions at all times. You acknowledge that failure to do so will result in restricted access to areas on Tour, or if necessary for Your own safety and that of other passengers, withdrawal from the Tour.(b) If We, or Our staff or Service Providers are of the view You are negatively affecting Your own health, safety or enjoyment, or that of other passengers, We can terminate the Contract immediately and We are not liable to You for any loss, cost or damage resulting from Your withdrawal from the Tour. If You are withdrawn from the Tour, You must make Your own travel arrangements at Your own expense.(c) You must make Your own enquires regarding Your Tour, including being aware of the relevant government travel safety warnings.Passports and visas(a) You must have a valid passport with at least six (6) months validity from Your Tour return date. (b) You must ensure that all required entry visas for countries to be visited are obtained prior to departure as failure to obtain correct documentation may affect Your participation in certain shore excursions and entry to certain countries while on Tour. (c) If You do not have the correct visa or other documentation necessary to enter a country or participate in any aspect of a Tour (“Documentation”):(1) We will not refund to You all or any portion of the Tour Price; and(2) You will be responsible for any costs You incur as a result of Your failure to obtain the required Documentation, including any costs associated with rejoining the Tour.2.8 What happens if We need to cancel or delay the Tour?Tour Operation (a) Your booking is conditional on Us receiving a minimum number of tour or cruise bookings to operate the Tour and ensure an enjoyable group atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, We may cancel or delay a scheduled Tour or Tour Departure Date.

(b) We will endeavour to make any decision to cancel or delay a Tour or cruise at least 60 days prior to the scheduled Tour Departure Date.Tour Cancellation (c) Where We cancel a Tour, for whatever reason, before departure We will use reasonable endeavours to offer the closest available tour or cruise departure.(d) Where the proposed alternative tour or cruise is:(1) cheaper than Your original Tour Price, We will refund the difference to You; or(2) more expensive than Your original Tour Price, You must pay the difference to Us.(e) If You accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise, You will be bound by a new contract made up of these Terms and Conditions and Your amended Itinerary. (f) If You do not accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise within 7 days of being notified by Us of the alternative, Our Contract with You will terminate, We will refund all monies paid directly to Us back to You and We will have no further liability to You. (g) We are not liable for any third party costs You may incur, which We have not booked on Your behalf, for example airfares or other arrangements booked independently through or paid to a travel agent.Tour delay(h) Where We delay the departure of a Tour or cruise, for whatever reason, for more than 7 days, You may terminate this Contract and We will either:(1) provide You with a full refund of all amounts paid to Us; or(2) provide You with a credit towards future tours with Us which will be valid for 24 months from the date You notify Us of the termination of this Contract. 2.9 How can We vary this Contract?(a) Subject to the remainder of this clause 2.9, We may amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Tour Price (b) We may vary Your Tour Price at any time only where there is an increase to the Tour costs for reasons outside Our control, including airfares, fuel, government taxes and charges, exchange rate fluctuations or other Tour related costs or tariffs. Once We have received the total Tour Price from You, there will be no increases to Your Tour Price regardless of any increases in the Tour cost inside or outside Our control.(c) If You have not paid Your full Tour Price and We must vary Your Tour Price due to an increase in Tour costs outside Our control, any increase We apply to the Tour Price will be only to the extent required to meet such additional costs. Tour Variations (d) We may change or vary Your Itinerary. (e) Although We will use reasonable efforts to operate the Tour as close as possible to Your Itinerary, changes or substitutions may be necessary for reasons outside Our control. These circumstances may include, but are not limited to: (1) road, river or weather conditions; (2) national or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings and attractions; (3) strikes; (4) civil disturbances and advices by governments; or (5) other Force Majeure Events. (f) Cruise itineraries may be varied due to high or low water levels, flooding, lock closures, unscheduled vessel maintenance or for any other circumstances beyond Our control. (g) We may substitute (at the nearest reasonable standard) another vessel or motorcoach for all or part of the Itinerary and also provide alternative accommodation, where necessary. (h) Where We make a variation to the Itinerary, We are not liable to You for such variation. 2.10 How will We tell You about variations to the Contract?(a) Any changes to these Terms and Conditions will be posted on Our Website.(b) Any changes to Your Itinerary will be notified to You:(1) if prior to Your Tour Departure Date, by phone, email or post; or(2) if during Your Tour, personally by Your Cruise Director or Tour Director.2.11 Notification of General Risks(a) You acknowledge and agree that there are general risks associated with travelling, which are beyond Our control and We are not liable to You for any loss, cost or damage You may incur as a result of these general risks. Such general risks may include: (1) Tour variations or interruptions caused by road, river or weather conditions; national or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings and attractions; strikes, civil disturbances and advices by governments; Force Majeure Events; hazards associated with travelling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft and other means of transportation; high water levels; low water levels; flooding; lock closures; unscheduled vessel or vehicle maintenance;(2) forces of nature; illness; flight schedule changes or cancellations; loss of luggage; epidemics, pandemics or illness in regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities; political unrest; accidents; acts of terrorism or other criminal acts; changes to government visa or travel requirements; or(3) any other circumstances beyond Our control.(b) You acknowledge and agree that where the Tour, part of the Tour, accommodation, flights or any other good or service is not directly provided by Us or Our staff, but is provided by a Service Provider, in the event of any dispute or claim including for loss, damage, breach of contract or negligence arising from the conduct of the Service Provider, You must pursue Your claim directly against the relevant Service Provider. (c) We are not, and Our Service Providers are not, liable regarding the provision of any medical care You may require or choose to accept during the Tour. 2.12 Limitation of Liability (a) You acknowledge and agree that We accept no responsibility and will not be liable to You (or any third party) for any loss, cost or damage (including loss of enjoyment) suffered directly or indirectly in connection with: (1) any Tour risks or other aspects of the Tour notified to You in the Contract; (2) any change to Your Itinerary or delays in departure or arrival times of aircraft or otherwise during the conduct of the Tour; (3) any loss or damage to Your baggage; (4) any personal injury or death resulting from the acts or omissions or negligence of any third parties providing goods or services to You during the Tour, including air carriers, hotels, shore excursion operators, restaurateurs, transportation providers and medical personnel; or (5) any loss of Your enjoyment due to circumstances outlined in the Contract or otherwise beyond Our control. Total liability (b) Despite any other provision of the Contract, and to the extent permitted by law, Our maximum liability to You or any third party (including any claims of negligence by Us) is limited to the Tour Price You have paid to Us. Consequential loss (c) You acknowledge and agree We are not liable to You, under any circumstances, for any loss of enjoyment, opportunity, profit, savings, revenue or interest or any other consequential or indirect, incidental, special or punitive loss, damage or expenses.2.13 Force Majeure (a) You acknowledge and agree that We are not liable for any delay or failure by Us or a Service Provider to perform Our obligations under the Contract, resulting from or as a consequence of a Force Majeure Event. (b) If a delay or failure occurs or is anticipated due to Force Majeure Event, Our obligations are suspended for the duration of the Force Majeure Event. (c) We may immediately terminate the Contract, if the Force Majeure Event delays performance of the Tour by Us or a Service Provider for a period of 7 days or more, calculated from the date We notify You of the Force Majeure Event.

2.14 Travel InsuranceYou are urged to arrange comprehensive travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances that may occur during the Tour.2.15 What if I am unhappy with something on Tour?If You are unhappy with something that does or does not happen on Your Tour, You must first use all reasonable endeavours to negotiate with Us in good faith to settle the dispute before commencing proceedings in any court or tribunal. 2.16 General ProvisionsInterpretation (g) In these Terms and Conditions, unless the context otherwise indicates a contrary intention: (1) headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation; (2) singular includes the plural and vice versa; (3) a reference to a party includes its successors, permitted assigns, administrators and substitutes; (4) where a word or phrase is defined, its other grammatical forms have the corresponding meaning; (5) the word ‘include’ in any form is not a word of limitation; (6) no rules of construction apply to Our disadvantage on the basis that these Terms and Conditions were prepared by Us; (7) a reference to a natural person includes their personal representatives; and (8) a reference to a body (including institute, association or authority) which ceases to exist or whose powers or functions are transferred to another body is a reference to the body which replaces it or which substantially succeeds to its powers or functions.Brochure Validity (h) The Tour Brochure and these Terms and Conditions are valid for Tour Departure Dates from 01 January 2014 to 31 March 2014 unless otherwise indicated in Your Itinerary, and supersedes all previous brochures. 3 Important notices about Your Tour3.1 Tour Participation (a) We welcome You if You have a disability or other special need, provided You are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all the assistance You require. Please note that although We will use reasonable endeavours to provide You with all the activities on Your Itinerary, depending on Your disability, You may not be able to participate in every activity and the Tour Director will have the right to refuse Your participation if the Tour Director believes Your health and safety or the health and safety of other passengers may be impacted by Your participation. You must advise Us (or Your travel agent) of any disability, medical condition or dietary requirement at the time of booking. (b) It is important to note that:(1) wheelchair passengers should be aware that cabin doors and rest rooms are not wide enough to provide access for standard wheelchairs;(2) some cruise ships do not have elevators, and ships that are equipped may not have elevator access to all decks.(3) for safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on boarding ramps (which may be steep due to water levels) whilst the vessel is tied up or at anchor, or on to motor coaches; and(4) wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried in the luggage compartment of motorcoaches due to space limitations.(5) requests for disabled rooms/cabins must be made at time of booking and are subject to availability(c) For tours including the Galápagos Islands, the Amazon, Antarctica and Patagonian Fjords shore excursions will be by inflatable ‘zodiac’ boats. In addition, some shore excursions will be ‘wet landings’ requiring You to either walk through water and / or onto wet and potentially slippery surfaces. If You choose to participate in any sightseeing expeditions forming part of the Tour, You should be in appropriate physical condition and appropriately attired to deal with these conditions.(d) Some activities during the Tour may require walking on steps and uneven ground and surfaces. You should be in appropriate physical condition to participate in the Tour.(e) We may, in Our absolute discretion, decline Your booking if We are of the view that: (1) We cannot provide for any or all of Your special needs; (2) Your health, safety or enjoyment, or that of any other passengers attending the Tour may be at risk; or (3) You cannot or will not abide by any reasonable directions of the Tour Director. (h) Vaccinations(1) It is Your responsibility to ensure You have all required vaccinations for Your Tour and We recommend You refer to www.smarttraveller.gov.au for full details and also consult Your doctor. (i) Medical ConditionsWe strongly recommend a visit to Your doctor and dentist prior to Your Tour. If You are aged 70 or over at the Tour Departure Date, You must provide to Us a doctor’s letter confirming You are fit and healthy enough to take part in the specified Tour including reference to the Itinerary, destinations and Tour Departure Date. You must advise Us of any pre-existing medical conditions that might reasonably be expected to increase Your risk of requiring medical attention, affect the normal conduct of the Tour and/or the enjoyment of other Tour members. You will be required to fill in Our health and fitness form and hand it to Your Tour Director on the Tour Departure Date.3.2 Cruises(a) Deckplan The deck plan, cabin sizes, images, inclusions and layout are indicative only and may vary. Pictured representations of cabins or rooms in Tour Brochures are not drawn to scale.(b) Cabin allocationCabin allocation is controlled by the respective cruise line and We have no control over cabin allocation.(c) Photography We cannot guarantee that every scene or highlighted featured in a Tour Brochure or Itinerary will be available on each Tour. No refund will be available for any resulting missed scene or photographic “opportunity”. (d) Smoking (1) You acknowledge that We may restrict smoking to specific times and locations during Your Tour for the comfort of all passengers. (2) Smoking is not permitted on vessels, coaches or such other places as nominated by Us from time to time. (3) Although We will use reasonable endeavours to ensure there are opportunities for You to smoke during the Tour, We cannot guarantee such opportunities will be available.4.1 Tour and Cruise Maps Maps or tour depictions contained in Tour Brochures or any other brochures We issue are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon as the actual route taken during the Tour. 4.2 Pictures, Images and Information All images in Tour Brochures represent typical scenes and descriptive detail for each tour, however it is possible that the particular subject matter may not be seen or experienced on Tour. Also, some pictures may have been digitally enhanced.4.3 Deposit Protection PlanThe “Deposit Protection Plan” is provided at a cost of $55 per person per tour (including GST). The cost is non-refundable and must be paid at the time of booking Your tour. Where You cancel a tour prior to the invoiced final Payment Date, and the Deposit Protection Plan applies, We will hold Your deposit for Our tour products only (i.e. not products provided by third parties such as air travel) and We will credit that portion of the deposit towards an alternative tour product if You book within 24 months of cancellation. If You do not book within 24 months, Your Deposit will be forfeited. The Deposit Protection Plan does not, nor is it intended to, replace travel insurance.

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