South America Revealed (17 Days starting from $4,875)

South America Revealed

A 17-Day tour starting from $4,875

Length:	17 Days
Type:	South America 2008
Category:	Regional Experience
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	LSR

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About This Tour

What's Included
Itinerary
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Sightseeing
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Sightseeing 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 of Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Iguassu: A guided tour to the amazing Falls.
Buenos Aires: Guided sightseeing of this city including Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, Teatro Colon, Palermo Park, and the famous Recoleta Cemetery, the burial site of Evita Perón.
Lima: Sightseeing includes the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, City Hall, the Archbishop’s Palace and the Rafael Larco Herrera Archaelogical Museum.
Sacred Valley: Visit one of the most beautiful areas in the world.
Machu Picchu: Take the Vistadome train to the famous ruined Inca city.
Cuzco: Visit the Inca city and the centre of the empire ‘Plaza de Armas’.

Dining Highlights

15 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
6 Dinners

26 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; local host on Amazon extension.
Travel on Trafalgar''s comfortable air-conditioned motor vehicles.
Scheduled round-trip international flights when Trafalgar issues the air tickets.
All intra-tour flights and round-trip transfers between airports and hotels, including baggage handling at the airport.
Trafalgar flight bag and portfolio of travel documents.
Accommodations in hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower as listed or similar.
Sightseeing program with local guides including admission charges, where applicable.
Hotel taxes and service charges included.

DAY 1 Depart USA Overnight flight to Rio de Janeiro.

DAY 2 - Arrive Rio de Janeiro (3 nights) Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.The balance of the day is free. This evening, relax over a delicious BBQ dinner followed by a colorful Folklore and Carnival show. A perfect introduction to your vacation of South America! (Dinner)

Hotel: Luxor Regente

DAY 3-Rio de Janeiro Join an exciting full day tour of Rio. Start with a cog-train ride through Tijuca Forest and 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 head to a seafood restaurant for lunch. Afterward, 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 past Guanabara Bay and Flamengo Park. Visiting the downtown area, pass by the financial and business center, the Candelaria Church, Saint Sebastian Cathedral, Lapa Arches, Municipal Theatre, National Library, Fine Arts Museum, and the Sambadrome, site of Rio’s famous Carnival parade.Your evening is free. (Breakfast / Lunch)

DAY 4 - Rio de Janeiro A full day at leisure to see Rio your own way. For shoppers, jewelry, art and crafts arealways good buys.Perhaps sunbathe on Copacabana or Ipanema Beach.Sightseers can choose between two tours:A full day schooner cruise froma nearby fishing village with lunch and swimming or a half day 4x4 jeep excursion through a nearby rainforest (both own expense). (Breakfast)

DAY 5 - Rio de Janeiro – Iguassu Falls (2 nights) A free morning in Rio.This afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, where your evening is at leisure. (Breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Bourbon Cataratas

DAY 6 - Iguassu Falls This morning, a local guide will show you the Falls from the Brazilian side on an informative walking tour. 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. Later today why not join an optional outing on a jet boat to the
base of the Falls. This is the best way to see their hidden secrets and surrounding tropical vegetation. (Breakfast / Lunch)

DAY 7 - Iguassu Falls – Buenos Aires (3 nights) Amorning tour will take you to 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 to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel,situated in the heart of downtown’s favorite restaurants and shops.Tonight,why not relax in the piano bar or take a swim in the pool? (Breakfast)

Hotel:Hotel Elevage

DAY 8 - Buenos Aires Start sightseeing with views of the Plaza de Mayo, including the Casa Rosada, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Cabildo.On to see San Telmo and colorful La Boca.Drive down Avenida 9 de Julio, the world’s widest avenue, and see Teatro Colon.After views of Palermo Park, visit the famous Recoleta Cemetery, where you will find the graves of many of Argentina’s leaders, including Eva Duarte, who later became Evita Peron. The balance of the day is free. Tonight, why not delight in an optional dinner and aperformance of the sensuous Tango. (Breakfast)

DAY 9 - Buenos Aires Take advantage of a free day and do as you please.Your Tour Director will have many suggestions, including a day trip to the Pampas to learn the daily life of the Gaucho (Argentine cowboy). You will enjoy a BBQ lunch with traditional music as well as a demonstration by the cowboys and their horses. For the shoppers, downtown is full of gallerias and boutiques with great buys in leather, clothing and arts and crafts. (Breakfast)

DAY 10 - Buenos Aires – Lima (2 nights) Your morning is free for independent activities.This afternoon transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.On arrival, you will be driven to your centrally located hotel in Miraflores, Lima’s premier neighborhood. (Breakfast)

Hotel: Sonesta Posada del Inca el Olivar

DAY 11 - Lima A sightseeing tour begins at the Plaza Mayor, with its Colonial era treasures – the Government Palace, City Hall, and the Cathedral. Next, visit the Rafael Larco Herrera Archaeological Museum, with its extensive collections of golden jewelry and pre- Inca pottery. Lunch will be at a beautifully restored 18th century mansion.Afterward, return to your hotel,with the rest of the day free. (Breakfast / Lunch)

DAY 12 - Lima – Cuzco – Sacred Valley This morning, transfer to the airport for the flight to Cuzco and meet your local host. From here, travel to Urubamba, better known as “The Sacred Valley of the Incas.”Visit Ollantaytambo for a walking tour through the quaint village. Continue outside of town to admire the magnificent Inca fortress. Relax over lunch at a local restaurant before going to the Chinchero Market to bargain with the vendors for Peruvian arts and crafts. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Hotel: Posada del Inca Yucay

DAY 13 - Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu Transfer to Ollanta Station for the Vistadome train journey 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 at Sanctuary Lodge before making the short trip to Machu Picchu Village and your hotel. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Hotel:Machu Picchu Pueblo

DAY 14 - Machu Picchu – Cuzco (2 nights) Return to Machu Picchu for last impressions of this extraordinary monument.Hiking enthusiasts may want to climb Huayna Picchu. This afternoon, transfer by train back to Cuzco, where the balance of the day is free. (Breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Cuzco

DAY 15 - Cuzco Cuzco is a city enveloped in myth and legend.With a history of more than 3,000 years, it is one of the oldest existing cities in the Americas. Traces of its Incan and Spanish heritage can still be seen today. A morning city tour shows you the Plaza del Regocijo, Plaza de Armas, and the Cathedral.Then, visit the San Blas district,with its historic church and its wealth of arts and crafts. Also, visit several Inca ruins including the fortresses of Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay.The remainder of the day is free.Dinner tonight is at a popular local restaurant complete with Peruvian folkloric music. (Breakfast / Dinner)

DAY 16 - Cuzco – Lima Late this morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.Your afternoon is free to explore on your own. Check with your Tour Director about an optional evening out to celebrate a great South American adventure. (Breakfast)

DAY 17 - Depart Lima – USA You are transferred to the airport for your daytime flight home. (Breakfast)

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All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations). * 2009 dates are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in August 2008. Airport Transfers will be provided on arrival and departure, and will be coordinated with your flights. * U.S. passport holders must obtain a visa to enter Brazil. ** The altitude of Cuzco is 11,444 feet. Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.** For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent. The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

Rio de Janeiro
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Iguassu
Buenos Aires
Teatro Colon
Lima
Sacred Valley
Machu Picchu
Cuzco

All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* 2009 dates are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in August 2008.
** Airport Transfers will be provided on arrival and departure, and will be coordinated with your flights.
*** U.S. passport holders must obtain a visa to enter Brazil.
**** The altitude of Cuzco is 11,444 feet.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

Note: All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.