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South American Flavors

An 8-Day General Tours tour starting from $2,999

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Starting Price:	$2,999
Tour Length:	8 Days
Countries Visited:	Argentina, Chile

More Information About This Tour:

Tour Type:

Private Journeys

Tour Category:

Privately Guided

Tour Operator:

General Tours

Tour Code:

GT-13

Cities Visited:
Buenos Aires & Mendoza Argentina; Santiago, Chile

Enthrall all of your senses… on this creatively planned itinerary! With our unique privately-guided sightseeing and hands-on excursions, you’ll experience all the colors and flavors of Argentina and Chile. Discover the rich cultural legacy of two great capitals, explore Argentina’s best wine region, and delight in the magnificence of the Andes!

Engaging Discoveries… for our World Travelers

Stroll in colorful La Boca where the Tango was born and feel the rhythms for yourself with our one-hour Tango lesson! Live the “Gaucho Life” on an historic estancia in the Argentine pampas – complete with authentic barbecue, wine and music. Travel the Wine Roads of Mendoza and sample fine wines on two vineyard estates. Join our local chef to explore colorful highlights and markets in Santiago. Prepare a meal and toast your host with fine Chilean wine! This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.

HOTEL INFORMATION:

Emperador
Hotel Class: Deluxe
The Emperador Hotel is located in the Avenida del Libertador, next to 9th July Avenue. Those who wish to find nightlife, shopping, or local cuisine in the city will find this an easy desire to fulfill. The 265 rooms at the Emperador are equipped with air-conditioning, internet, minibar, and telephone. The hotel also has a cocktail bar, restaurant, sauna, and swimming pool.

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.

Huentala Hotel
Hotel Class: Deluxe
Located in the charming Argentinean region of Mendoza, this exclusive hotel is located in the business center of the city. The 81 rooms are large, light and equipped with in-room safe, television and internet access. Guests can have a rest inside its charming garden or while have a bath in its practical outdoor pool.

Sheraton Hotel
Hotel Class: Deluxe
Located in the heart of Mendoza city in the foothills of the Andes, the Sheraton Mendoza is ideally located whether you're interested in quiet pursuits-like sampling the region's famous wines-or more adrenaline-fueled adventures such as skiing, hiking, and mountain climbing. As evening falls, savor the moment over a glass of wine at our romantic and spacious Devas lobby bar or at our Malbec Room cava. Share a fine meal and incredible views of the city from the 17th floor "El Mirador Restaurant", the highest restaurant in all of Mendoza with 360° views of the city and Andes Mountains, or browse the shop. Guest accommodations also include a fitness center, indoor pool and massage facility. The 180 guest rooms include internet access and cable television.

Hotel El Bosque Park & Suites
Hotel Class: Superior First Class
Located in the center of the El Golf district, the El Bosque Park and Suites is comprised of 84 suites equipped with modern amenities including cable television and telephone. On site leisure facilities include an exercise gym, hot tub, and indoor pool. The hotel also boasts two onsite restaurants, Enebro and the Park Club, serving International cuisine.

Ritz Carlton
Hotel Class: Luxury
The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago is the perfect venue to take in the history and admire the natural beauty of this geographically gifted place. Strategically located in one of the Chilean capital city’s most prestigious neighborhoods, El Golf, The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago offers 205 guestrooms with dazzling views of the city. Each classically-decorated guestroom includes a king sized bed, inroom safe, high speed internet access, mini-bar, room service and voice mail. The property also includes four restaurants and bars, indoor pool and jacuzzi and a health and fitness center overlooking the Andes Mountains.

Day 1 - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Check in to the stylish and luxurious Sofitel Hotel, set on a peaceful tree-lined street close to some of the city’s finest shopping and dining.

Day 2 - Sightseeing in beautiful B.A.
Buenos Aires and its residents are a fascinating mosaic, with Italian, German, French and Spanish influences reflected in the culture, cuisine and architecture of this delightful city. Today’s tour explores this rich heritage; see the grand façade of the historic Teatro Colon, one of the world’s premier opera houses, and drive through the Plaza de Mayo, a vibrant hub of the city. Continue to La Boca, the district where the Tango originated, and then down Avenida 9 de Julio to the Obelisk – symbol of Buenos Aires. Tonight, a 1-hour Tango lesson is followed by dinner and a professional Tango show. Meals B,D

Day 3 - Gaucho Fiesta
Travel through the Argentine pampas to the sprawling Estancia Santa Susana. Enjoy a barbecue lunch of ranch-raised beef – asado criollo – and wonderful local wine, followed by a show of Argentine folk dances and music. Relax with your fellow guests or explore the countryside by horse-drawn sulky, a traditional two-wheeled carriage. Return to your hotel for a free evening. Meals B,L

Day 4 - Into Argentine Wine Country
You’ll be escorted to the airport for your included flight to Mendoza. Nestled at the foot of the Andes, this lovely city is the center of Argentina’s celebrated wine industry. Enjoy a leisurely 2-night stay at the Sheraton, the city’s newest 5-star hotel! Meals B

Day 5 - Of Mendoza, Malbec & Merlot…
Founded in the 16th century, Mendoza’s colorful history has graced the city with many beautiful monuments. Today’s sightseeing includes Independence Plaza, General Martin Park and the Hill of Glory, dedicated to Jose de San Martin, widely revered as the military hero who liberated Argentina and Chile from Spain. In the afternoon, you journey into the beautiful countryside to tour the vineyards and sample the vintages of two historic estates. Meals B,L

Day 6 - Across the Andes to Santiago, Chile
Today’s breathtaking overland motorcoach journey is an experience you will treasure for a lifetime. Travel across the mighty Andes Range and into Chile. Upon arrival in the capital, you’ll be warmly greeted by your guide and escorted to the luxurious Ritz Carlton.

Day 7 - Exploring and Cooking in Santiago!
Experience the sights and flavors of Santiago – with an unusual twist! Our guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel this morning, and together you venture forth by Metro to meet with our renowned chef. Stroll along winding streets and through historic plazas to a farmer’s market as our chef shares insights into this wonderful city. Sample local produce and shop for ingredients and spices. Then join the chef at home and together you’ll prepare a gourmet meal. Once the work is done, offer a toast to your host – with a glass of fine Chilean wine – and relax together over lunch. Meals B,L

Day 8 - Adios, Santiago
Your tour with us finishes this morning. Meals B

Don't miss our current specials: World Traveler 2% Cash Discount If you make payment by check, money order or electronic cash withdrawal and pay-in-full for your General Tours trip within 7 days of making your reservation, we'll discount the entire cost of your trip by 2%. Your entire balance must be paid by personal check, travel agency check, money order or authorized electronic debit withdrawal (ACH) from a checking account to qualify; and your payment must be received by General Tours not later than seven (7) days from the date of your reservation to qualify. We recommend using a traceable overnight delivery method. If your check or electronic debit is returned from your bank for any reason, your reservation will no longer qualify for the 2% cash discount; a $25 processing fee will be added to your account balance; and all future payments will need to be made by credit card or certified funds. Save More. Get Closer. Family and Friends Explore the world with your family and friends for a more enriching travel experience… Save $50 each when 3 guests travel together, $100 each when 4 guests travel together, and $150 each when 5 or more guests travel together. Combine these savings with your AAA or AARP Member Benefit and save even more!


Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
1/1/2011 - 4/30/2011	$2,999

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Engaging Discoveries… for our World Travelers

Stroll in colorful La Boca where the Tango was born and feel the rhythms for yourself with our one-hour Tango lesson! Live the “Gaucho Life” on an historic estancia in the Argentine pampas – complete with authentic barbecue, wine and music. Travel the Wine Roads of Mendoza and sample fine wines on two vineyard estates. Join our local chef to explore colorful highlights and markets in Santiago. Prepare a meal and toast your host with fine Chilean wine! This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.

World Traveler 2% Cash Discount

If you make payment by check, money order or electronic cash withdrawal and pay-in-full for your General Tours trip within 7 days of making your reservation, we'll discount the entire cost of your trip by 2%.

Your entire balance must be paid by personal check, travel agency check, money order or authorized electronic debit withdrawal (ACH) from a checking account to qualify; and your payment must be received by General Tours not later than seven (7) days from the date of your reservation to qualify. We recommend using a traceable overnight delivery method. If your check or electronic debit is returned from your bank for any reason, your reservation will no longer qualify for the 2% cash discount; a $25 processing fee will be added to your account balance; and all future payments will need to be made by credit card or certified funds.

Save More. Get Closer. Family and Friends

Explore the world with your family and friends for a more enriching travel experience… Save $50 each when 3 guests travel together, $100 each when 4 guests travel together, and $150 each when 5 or more guests travel together. Combine these savings with your AAA or AARP Member Benefit and save even more!

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