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South America Revealed & Amazon 2010
Discover South America by way of Brazil, Argentina and Peru and explore the vivacious cities of Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires and Lima. Plus be amazed at the spectacular sights of the Iguassu Falls, Machu Picchu and much more.
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Package Inclusions
- All intra-tour flights and round-trip transfers between airports and hotels, including baggage handling at the airport.
- Accommodations in hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower as listed or similar.
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; local host on the Amazon extension.
- Sightseeing program as indicated in itinerary, including admission charges, where applicable.
- Hotel taxes and service charges.
- Portfolio of travel documents.
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Highlights:
- Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing tour includes the city's main sights and a cog train ride through Tijuca Forest and up Corcovado Mountain to see the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. Also included is a cable car ascent up Sugar Loaf Mountain.
- Iguassu: A guided tour to the amazing Falls.
- Buenos Aires: Guided sightseeing of this city including views of Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, Teatro Colon, Palermo Park, and visits the famous Recoleta Cemetery, the burial site of Evita Perón.
- Lima: Sightseeing includes views of the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, City Hall, the Archbishop's Palace and the Cathedral.
- Sacred Valley: Visit one of the most beautiful areas in the world.
- Machu Picchu: Take the Vistadome Valley train to the famous ancient Inca city.
- Cuzco: Visit the Inca city and the center of the empire, Plaza de Armas (Altitude 11,444 feet).
Trafalgar Tours
Discover Trafalgar's unbeatable choice of tours and river cruises across Europe, North America, South America, Asia & the South Pacific with some of the best Tour Directors in the industry. There's no waiting in line at major sites and Trafalgar's perfectly balanced itineraries offer various touring styles at a pace to suit you.
- Day 1 Depart Canada: Board your overnight flight.
- Day 2 Manaus: One night in Manaus prior to your tour.
- Days 3 & 4 EcoPark Lodge: Two nights at the EcoPark Lodge on the Rio Negro.
- Day 5 Rio De Janeiro: Welcome to spectacular Brazil! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, where rooms are ready for early check in.
- Day 6 Rio de Janeiro: The day is free to begin exploring on your own. This evening, relax over a delicious BBQ dinner followed by a colorful Folklore and Carnival show.
- Day 7 Rio de Janeiro: Join an exciting full day tour of Rio. Start with a cog-train ride up Corcovado Mountain. Disembark and walk up to the top lookout where the towering statue of Christ the Redeemer stands. Then, descend by train and pass by Rio's world-famous beaches to board a cable car for a two-staged ascent up Sugar Loaf Mountain. Enjoy the spectacular views of the city before traveling down and continuing on to see the main sights. Your evening is free.
- Day 8 Rio de Janeiro: A full day free. Sightseers can choose between two tours: A full day schooner cruise from a nearby village with lunch and swimming or a half day jeep excursion through a rainforest (both own expense).
- Day 9 Rio de Janeiro/Iguassu Falls: Fly to Iguassu Falls this morning. The balance of the day is free to begin exploring this magnificent natural wonder on your own.
- Day 10 Iguassu Falls: A local guide will show you the Falls from the Brazilian side. The two-mile-wide torrent is nothing short of spectacular. The rainbows, thundering roar and plunging cascades of water make this truly one of nature's wonders. Your afternoon and evening are at leisure. You might want to join an optional hike down the canyon followed by a boat ride on the Iguassu River to the base of the Falls.
- Day 11 Iguassu Falls/Buenos Aires: This morning, see the Argentine side of the Falls. Board the Ecological Train and ride to a spectacular viewpoint to see the famous Devil's Throat. Then transfer for your flight to Buenos Aires. Tonight, enjoy dinner and a Tango show.
- Day 12 Buenos Aires: Start sightseeing with views of the Plaza de Mayo. On to see San Telmo and colorful La Boca. Drive down Avenida 9 de Julio, the world's widest avenue. After views of Palermo Park, visit the famous Recoleta Cemetery to see the graves of many of Argentina's leaders, including Eva Duarte, who later became Evita Perón. The afternoon is free. Tonight, savor a special "Be My Guest" home-hosted dinner featuring traditional Argentine cuisine. This is a wonderful opportunity to interact with a local family in their own home.
- Day 13 Buenos Aires: A free day. Your Tour Director will have many suggestions, including a day trip to the Pampas to learn the life of the Gaucho (Argentine cowboy) or perhaps take a fun and informative Tango lesson (both own expense).
- Day 14 Buenos Aires/Lima: This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. A city tour shows you the highlights of the colonial Peruvian capital.
- Day 15 Lima/Cuzco/Sacred Valley: Fly to Cuzco this morning. Head into the scenic Sacred Valley and stop at the market in Pisac. There is time to bargain for Peruvian arts and crafts before driving across the Valley. This is one of the most beautiful areas found anywhere in the world. At Ollantaytambo, a walking tour introduces you to the quaint village. Just outside of town, admire the ruins of a mighty Inca fortress. Later, travel to your hotel in Urubamba.
- Day 16 Sacred Valley/Machu Picchu: Take the Vistadome Valley train to Machu Picchu. There is time to explore the magnificent ruins of the "Lost City of the Incas" on your own after a guided walking tour. Enjoy lunch before making the short trip to your hotel in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu.
- Day 17 Machu Picchu/Cuzco: Return to Machu Picchu for last impressions of this extraordinary site. This afternoon, travel by train and coach back to Cuzco.
- Day 18 Cuzco: A morning city tour shows you the Plaza del Regocijo, Plaza de Armas, and the Cathedral. Then head to the San Blas district. You will also visit several Inca ruins, including the fortresses of Sacasayhuaman and Tambomachay. The balance of the day is free to continue exploring on your own.
- Day 19 Cuzco/Lima: Late this morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. Your afternoon and evening are at leisure to explore the city, do some last-minute shopping, or enjoy a cup of coffee in a little café.
- Day 20 Depart Lima for Canada: Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
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