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Across the Andes
10 Days starting from $4,599

Countries Visited:
Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru

 

Length: 10 Days
Type: Fixed Departure Dates
Category: Uncategorized
Operator: General Tours
Tour Code: GT-310
   
 
About This Tour


This General Tours World Traveler Small Group Escorted Tour… has all the elements of a truly ‘Grand Journey’: Deluxe city-center hotels in two cosmopolitan capitals, wine tasting in the scenic Maipo Valley, a world-famous lake-front lodge, a great night out with dinner and Tango, the majesty of Iguassu Falls… And a once-in-lifetime crossing by lake through the Andes!

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing

The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
  • This journey promises unsurpassed value with 12 meals, in-depth sightseeing, luggage handling, and all on-tour transportation and internal flights Our carefully planned itinerary includes so many delightful experiences… like Chile’s wine country and the incredible Llao-Llao Resort, a grand and historic lodge of cypress, pine and stone We promise unmatched value… Great hotels, wonderful meals, in-depth sightseeing – and even all internal flights, an additional cost on most other tours Overnight at the only hotel located at the ‘doorstep of Iguassu Falls’ Our amazing Lake Crossing Journey… Spend an unforgettable day on a dramatic crossing of the Andes from Chile to Argentina through a magnificent landscape of lakes and mountains 1 UNESCO World Heritage Sites#WHS#

HOTEL INFORMATION:

Llao-Llao Resort
Hotel Class: Deluxe
This world-famous deluxe resort is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and provides the ultimate in service and scenery. The hotel is perched atop a hill between the picturesque Lake Nahuel Huapi and Lake Moreno, with views of the stunning Mt. Lopez, Mt. Capilla, and Mt. Tronador. There are two in-house restaurants, as well as a clubhouse serving lunch to those who visit the golf course located onsite. Facilities also include a deluxe spa, golf course, gym, aerobics/dance classes, and game room. Babysitting is available at an additional cost in the specially-designed Kids Club area. Rooms include mini-bar, cable TV, and safe.

Sofitel
Hotel Class: Deluxe
The Sofitel Hotel is located in Buenos Aires with convenient access to shopping, cultural events, and local attractions. All guest rooms have air-conditioning, mini-bar, cable TV, telephone, voicemail, and internet connection. Other amenities include the fitness center, café, and restaurant.

Sheraton
Hotel Class: Superior First Class
Situated in the heart of the Iguassu National Park and surrounded by Argentina’s natural beauty, the Sheraton Resort and Spa offers guests the ultimate in relaxation. All guest rooms are air-conditioned, and have internet, private balconies, cable TV, telephone, and minibar. Additional resort amenities include pool, spa, fitness center, tennis, golf, restaurant, and bar.

Cabanas del Lago
Hotel Class: Superior First Class
The Cabanas del Lago Hotel is located in the high part of Puerto Varas, five blocks from a casino and the downtown area. All 100 guest rooms have satellite TV, air-conditioning, and telephone. Additional amenities include cocktail bar, internet, restaurant, spa, and swimming pool.

Hotel Radisson
Hotel Class: Deluxe
The Radisson features 159 rooms appointed with wireless high-speed internet access, telephones, and cable television. Guests at this deluxe property enjoy complimentary access to a full-service Health Club with an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and fitness center. The Radisson offers international cuisine and traditional dishes served at the onsite Brick Restaurant, as well as a Cocktail Lounge and Traders Bar.
 
Day 1 - Santiago, Chile
Check-in to the deluxe Radisson Hotel in the heart of the city. Your afternoon sightseeing includes the neoclassical La Moneda Palace, Forestal Park and Bellavista, the bohemian quarter of Santiago. Ascend San Cristobal Hill for unsurpassed views and return to your hotel for a welcome dinner. Meals D

Day 2 - Santiago - Wine Country Excursion
It’s often said that the best wines come from the most beautiful places; think of the vineyard-laced hills of Burgundy and the pastoral landscapes of the Napa Valley. This adage certainly holds true here in Chile, and today you journey into the lovely Maipo Valley, not far from Santiago, to visit two historic vineyard estates. Sample their fine wines and relax over a lunch of regional fare. Return to the capital where the balance of your day and evening is at leisure. Meals B,L

Day 3 - Santiago / Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas
After breakfast, you’ll be escorted for your short flight to Puerto Montt. Visit Angelmó Cove and wander through the lively fish market with its wonderful family-run lunch stands and small restaurants. It’s also a great place to buy local crafts like sweaters, jewelry, and copper. Then journey to Puerto Varas on beautiful Llanquihue Lake and check-in to your enchanting hotel, the Cabañas del Lago, overlooking this immense lake. Meals B

Day 4 - Puerto Varas / Bariloche / Llao Llao Resort
An unforgettable day unfolds as you journey into some of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet. Your dramatic crossing of the Andes from Chile to Argentina transports you through a stunning landscape of emerald lakes and snow-capped volcanoes. Disembark in Puerto Pañuelo and arrive at the world-famous Llao-Llao Resort, an historic lodge built in the tradition of the grand hotels of the North American Rockies. Meals B

Day 5 - Bariloche - Nahuel Huapi National Park
Journey along the southern lakeshore to Nahuel Huapi National Park and ascend by chair lift for a spectacular 360° scenic view. Meals B

Day 6 - Bariloche / Buenos Aires
Fly to Buenos Aires where you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted to the luxurious Sofitel Hotel in Recoleta, an elegant city-center district that is popular with residents for its galleries and antique shops. The rest of the day is free to explore this delightful neighborhood at your own pace. Meals B

Day 7 - Buenos Aires
The capital of Argentina presents a rich mosaic of cultures; you’ll find Spanish, Italian, German, and French influences in the architecture and cuisine, and in the joy-filled attitude of city residents. Your sightseeing includes Plaza de Mayo - the lively hub of the city – and Avenida 9 de Julio, known as the world’s widest boulevard. The rest of the day is free to explore this friendly city at your own pace. Tonight, we’ll take you to one of our favorite nightclubs for dinner and a show of authentic Argentine tango. Meals B,D

Day 8 - Buenos Aires at leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this friendly, sophisticated city at your own pace. The prime location of your hotel puts the best of the city virtually at your doorstep. A variety of excursions are also available, including a Gaucho Fiesta with an Argentine barbecue or a full day excursion to Colonial del Sacramento#WHS#, Uruguay, an historic city with a rich Dutch and Portuguese heritage. Meals B

Day 9 - Buenos Aires / Iguassu
Fly to Iguassu#WHS# and transfer to the Sheraton Iguassu, a deluxe hotel with the very best location here at the Falls. Settle-in to your inviting room, and then embark on your in-depth exploration of these 275 magnificent cascades, spanning close to 2 miles in lush subtropical jungle. You’ll visit all the best vantage points on the Argentine side and then board a boat to see the falls from below! Meals B

Day 10 - Iguassu / Buenos Aires
Fly to Buenos Aires where our tour services end. If you’d like to explore more of South America, our FreeStyle Add-ons make it easy and affordable. Meals B


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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
  • This journey promises unsurpassed value with 12 meals, in-depth sightseeing, luggage handling, and all on-tour transportation and internal flights Our carefully planned itinerary includes so many delightful experiences… like Chile’s wine country and the incredible Llao-Llao Resort, a grand and historic lodge of cypress, pine and stone We promise unmatched value… Great hotels, wonderful meals, in-depth sightseeing – and even all internal flights, an additional cost on most other tours Overnight at the only hotel located at the ‘doorstep of Iguassu Falls’ Our amazing Lake Crossing Journey… Spend an unforgettable day on a dramatic crossing of the Andes from Chile to Argentina through a magnificent landscape of lakes and mountains 1 UNESCO World Heritage Sites#WHS#
   
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