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Spirit of the South - Westbound
Tour Duration: 15 Days
Prices From: $3710.00
Local Payment:USD $500
Tour Style: Intrepid Comfort
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Tour Code: GKS
Tour Transport: Plane, local bus, minivan, boat, taxi
Arrive early and take a historic streetcar ride to bohemian Santa Teresa, then wander through its eclectic, hilly streets past craft shops and galleries.
Days 2-3 Paraty
Stroll though Paraty's pedestrian-only streets and watch as the tide rises to partially cover the irregular cobblestones in seawater. Explore the bay's secluded islands and beaches by boat.
Days 4-5 Iguazu Falls
Meaning 'great waters' in the Tupi-Guarani tongue, the Iguazu Falls are a spectacular testament to nature's grandeur. View them from the Brazilian side for breathtaking panoramas before heading to the Argentine side to get up-close to the thundering waters.
Days 6-8 Buenos Aires
Discover the Latin passion, European elegance and distinctive style that make Buenos Aires one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities.
Days 9-10 Bariloche
Set high in the snow-capped Andes, Bariloche is the ideal mountain retreat offering everything from hiking and biking, to skiing and fishing. Sample its range of fine dining options and save plenty of room for the handmade chocolates - a specialty in this area.
Days 11-12 Puerto Varas
Travel into the heart of the Chilean Lake District to explore the rich pine forests, gleaming glaciers and deep emerald lakes adorning this mountainous town.
Days 13-15 Santiago
Tantalise tastebuds on a tour through Chile's vineyards, learning about the area's unique winemaking history while sampling crisp whites and robust reds. Toast the end of the adventure in sophisticated Santiago.
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Local Payment: USD $500
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Prices From: $3710.00
Local Payment:USD $500
Tour Style: Intrepid Comfort
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Tour Code: GKS
Tour Transport: Plane, local bus, minivan, boat, taxi
Introduction
Discover the spirit of South America's south in comfort on this adventure from the beaches of Brazil, through the heart of Argentina, to the foothills of the Chilean Andes. Sip wine in Santiago, experience the might of Iguazu Falls, learn the tango in Buenos Aires and live it up in beachside Rio. This adventure offers plenty of opportunity to explore the wild landscapes, meet the friendly locals and discover the contrast of the of the cities and the people of Brazil, Argentina and Chile.
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Rio de JaneiroArrive early and take a historic streetcar ride to bohemian Santa Teresa, then wander through its eclectic, hilly streets past craft shops and galleries.
Days 2-3 Paraty
Stroll though Paraty's pedestrian-only streets and watch as the tide rises to partially cover the irregular cobblestones in seawater. Explore the bay's secluded islands and beaches by boat.
Days 4-5 Iguazu Falls
Meaning 'great waters' in the Tupi-Guarani tongue, the Iguazu Falls are a spectacular testament to nature's grandeur. View them from the Brazilian side for breathtaking panoramas before heading to the Argentine side to get up-close to the thundering waters.
Days 6-8 Buenos Aires
Discover the Latin passion, European elegance and distinctive style that make Buenos Aires one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities.
Days 9-10 Bariloche
Set high in the snow-capped Andes, Bariloche is the ideal mountain retreat offering everything from hiking and biking, to skiing and fishing. Sample its range of fine dining options and save plenty of room for the handmade chocolates - a specialty in this area.
Days 11-12 Puerto Varas
Travel into the heart of the Chilean Lake District to explore the rich pine forests, gleaming glaciers and deep emerald lakes adorning this mountainous town.
Days 13-15 Santiago
Tantalise tastebuds on a tour through Chile's vineyards, learning about the area's unique winemaking history while sampling crisp whites and robust reds. Toast the end of the adventure in sophisticated Santiago.
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Tour Dates
| Start Date | End Date | Price |
| 06 Dec 2008 | 20 Dec 2008 | $3710 |
| 13 Dec 2008 | 27 Dec 2008 | $3710 |
| 10 Jan 2009 | 24 Jan 2009 | $3710 |
| 17 Jan 2009 | 31 Jan 2009 | $3710 |
| 24 Jan 2009 | 07 Feb 2009 | $3710 |
| 31 Jan 2009 | 14 Feb 2009 | $3710 |
| 14 Feb 2009 | 28 Feb 2009 | $3710 |
| 28 Feb 2009 | 14 Mar 2009 | $3710 |
| 14 Mar 2009 | 28 Mar 2009 | $3710 |
| 04 Apr 2009 | 18 Apr 2009 | $3710 |
| 18 Apr 2009 | 02 May 2009 | $3710 |
| 02 May 2009 | 16 May 2009 | $3710 |
| 16 May 2009 | 30 May 2009 | $3710 |
| 30 May 2009 | 13 Jun 2009 | $3710 |
| 13 Jun 2009 | 27 Jun 2009 | $3710 |
| 27 Jun 2009 | 11 Jul 2009 | $3710 |
Local Payment: USD $500
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