Three Jewels: Rio, Iguassu and Buenos Aires

Engaging Discoveries for our World Travelers

• Ascend Rio’s Sugarloaf Mountain or marvel at Christ the Redeemer, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World… The choice is yours with our signature, flexible sightseeing! Enjoy our Full Iguassu Experience with comprehensive privately-guided sightseeing on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the Falls! Savor the finest Argentine cuisine and thrill to the artistry of the dancers and musicians at El Viejo Almacen,the city’s best dinner & Tango show. 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site#WHS# 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:

Day 1 - Welcome to Rio!
Check in to your choice of hotel. The Windsor Martinique Copa offers first class, air-conditioned comfort close to Copacabana Beach. Or choose the stylish Sofitel Rio, a 5-star property across from Copacabana and just steps away from world-famous Ipanema Beach!

Day 2 - Tailor your day in Rio
Customize your vacation with the included sightseeing of your choice:

• City Tour & Sugarloaf: Travel through the bustling streets of Rio to see the highlights. Then ascend by cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain, where Rio’s sparkling crescent of beaches comes fully into view and the city is spread before you in an unforgettable tableau of skyline, mountain, sea and sky!
• Corcovado & Christ the Redeemer: Towering over Rio is the imposing statue of Christ the Redeemer – arms spread, protecting the city below. Ascend 2,400 feet by train to the top of Mt. Corcovado to visit this 100-foot tall landmark and enjoy stunning 360° panoramic views of the city.

The balance of your day is free to explore the beaches, galleries and boutiques of this exciting city. Meals B

Day 3 - Rio as you like it!
The day is unplanned for you to relax, enjoy and explore as you wish. If you prefer an organized excursion, our attentive staff is available to assist with additional sightseeing suggestions. Meals B

Day 4 - Onward to mighty Iguassu#WHS#
Fly to Iguassu where you’ll be warmly welcomed and escorted by private car to the hotel of your choice, the enchanting Recanto Park or the deluxe Bourbon Cataratas, our lushly landscaped tropical resort. This afternoon, our expert guide shows you Brazil’s Iguassu National Park. This private expedition takes you down a series of walkways to great vantage points overlooking the main falls on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. Meals B

Day 5 - Iguassu from the Argentine Side!
Your privately guided exploration of Iguassu continues this morning. On the Argentine side of the falls, you’ll marvel at Devil’s Throat, where the thundering waters create thousands of rainbows suspended in mid-air. In the afternoon, a boat excursion is available for the more adventurous: Exploring through jungle and then on the river, you’ll be awed by San Martin Waterfall, the largest Iguassu cascade that can be safely approached by boat. Meals B

Day 6 - Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina
Fly to Buenos Aires where you’ll be greeted for your escorted private car transfer to the hotel of your choice. Check in to the superior first class Americas Towers Hotel or the stylish and luxurious Sofitel. Both are ideally located in La Recoleta, an elegant city-center district beloved by residents for its fine galleries and boutiques. Meals B

Day 7 - Out and About in BA!
The capital of Argentina presents a rich mosaic of cultures. You’ll discern Spanish, Italian, German and French influences in the architecture, cuisine, and joy-filled attitude of its residents. A delightful privately-guided sightseeing tour includes Plaza de Mayo - the lively hub of the city – Avenida 9 de Julio, known as the world’s widest boulevard, and the Teatro Colon, one of the world’s premier opera houses. The rest of the day is free to explore this friendly city at your own pace. Meals B

Day 8 - Buenos Aires as you please
Enjoy a full day to spend just as you wish in this cosmopolitan, multi-cultural city. Our staff can assist with recommendations for sightseeing, perhaps a Gaucho Fiesta, a boat excursion, a tour to Colonia del Sacramento#WHS#, Uruguay – or even a Tango lesson. This evening, we’ll take you to dinner and a Tango show at El Viejo Almacen, an historic establishment famed for the skill and passion of its dancers. Meals B,D

Day 9 - Bid farewell to Buenos Aires
Your tour with us finishes this morning. Meals B

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
1/1/2011 - 4/30/2011	$2,399
1/1/2011 - 4/30/2011	$2,999
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Engaging Discoveries for our World Travelers

• Ascend Rio’s Sugarloaf Mountain or marvel at Christ the Redeemer, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World… The choice is yours with our signature, flexible sightseeing! Enjoy our Full Iguassu Experience with comprehensive privately-guided sightseeing on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the Falls! Savor the finest Argentine cuisine and thrill to the artistry of the dancers and musicians at El Viejo Almacen,the city’s best dinner & Tango show. 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site#WHS# 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

Save More. Get Closer. Family and Friends

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