Day 1 : Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
Welcome to spectacular Rio de Janeiro, home to white-sand beaches. Settle into your
hotel and enjoy your free time for exploration.
Day 2 : Rio De Janeiro.
Sprawling between majestic granite peaks and the blue South Atlantic, Rio is a city
of beauty, wonder, and energy. Guided sightseeing begins with a drive along Rio’s
famed Leblon, Ipanema, and Copacabana Beaches. Take the cog railway 2,300 feet up
to the summit of CORCOVADO to view the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and 360-degree
views of Guanabara Bay and the bustling city below. Your afternoon is free to explore
on your own. Perhaps join an optional excursion to a nearby favela for a glimpse
into the life of these colorful communities that nearly 25% of the people call home.
(B)
Day 3 : Rio De Janeiro.
A free day in Rio allows you to relax on one of the beaches or take an optional
excursion to the historic city of Petropolis to see the former summer palace of
Emperor Pedro II. Tonight, opt for a fun outing to see a Samba show highlighting
the Brazilian Samba and its dazzling costumes. (B)
Day 4 : Rio De Janeiro–Iguassu Falls.
A morning flight takes you to Iguassu Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders
of the world. Journey to the Brazilian side of the FALLS to see the mammoth series
of 275 waterfalls cascading over a precipice almost two miles wide and 250 feet
deep. Walk into Devil’s Throat Canyon, where the clouds of mist, thundering roar,
and 180-degree rainbows surround you—an unforgettable experience! (B)
Day 5 : Iguassu Falls.
Cross the border for a visit of the Argentine side of the FALLS. Begin with a short
ride on the open-air ECOLOGICAL JUNGLE TRAIN through the rainforest. A series of
boardwalks takes you above the falls to see the water crashing down into the Devil’s
Throat. Your afternoon is free to explore, or you may opt to visit the Bird Park,
home to many species of indigenous birds as well as flora from the area. (B)
Day 6 : Iguassu Falls–Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s cosmopolitan
capital. After settling into your hotel, an orientation tour familiarizes you with
the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards, outdoor cafés, and charming
shops. (B)
Day 7 : Buenos Aires.
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide focuses on the city’s landmarks, including
the Colon Opera House and Plaza de Mayo, site of La Casa Rosada (the President's
Pink House) and Metropolitan Cathedral. Also visit San Telmo, one of Buenos Aires’
oldest neighborhoods, and RECOLETA CEMETERY, where Eva Peron is buried. (B)
Day 8 : Buenos Aires.
Today is free for independent activities, or you can take an optional excursion
to visit a local estancia (ranch) to experience the life of the gauchos (cowboys),
as well as traditional dance performances and a barbecue lunch. (B)
Day 9 : Buenos Aires–Santiago, Chile.
Fly over the majestic Andes to Santiago, Chile’s scenic capital between the Pacific
and the Andes. With a coastline over 2,650 miles long, Chile is more than 10 times
longer than wide. With a distinctly European flavor accented with Latin flare, Santiago
is one of South America's most sophisticated and modern cities. (B)
Day 10 : Santiago.
Your guided city tour introduces you to Santiago—the country’s political, commercial,
and cultural capital. View La Moneda Government Palace and San Cristobal Hill with
its landmark statue of the Virgin Mary. Also see Club Hipico, one of the most renowned
horseracing tracks in South America. Your tour ends at the city’s main square, Plaza
de Armas, with a visit to the relic-filled CATHEDRAL. Your afternoon is at leisure.
(B)
Day 11 : Santiago.
Today, enjoy a day at leisure. A trip to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar is highly recommended.
A leisurely drive through the countryside and vineyards delivers you to Valparaiso,
a city of 42 hills and the inspiration of many artists and poets. On to the chic
seaside resort of Viña del Mar, full of unusual architecture and beautiful gardens.
This evening, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your exciting
Latin American vacation. (B,D)
Day 12 : Santiago.
Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)
Accommodations
- RIO DE JANEIRO Windsor Plaza Copacabana (F)
- IGUASSU FALLS Recanto Park (F)
- BUENOS AIRES Dazzler Maipu (F)
- SANTIAGO Atton Vitacura (F)
Transportation
Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring.