South America Touring, Amazon River Cruise, Brazil, Chile, Galapagos Islands, Peru, Antarctic Cruising
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100 You're likely to encounter graceful gentoo penguins during your time in the South Shetland Islands Days 20-21. Drake Passage. The adventure, and the wildlife-spotting, continues as you return across the Drake Passage to Ushuaia. BLD Day 22. Disembark Ship, Ushuaia, Buenos Aires. Bid farewell to your amazing onboard crew as you disembark your expedition ship in Ushuaia and transfer to the airport for your included flight to Buenos Aires. Settle in to your hotel, then enjoy the evening at leisure. Stay: Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel. B Day 23. Buenos Aires, Iguassu Falls. Fly to Iguassu Falls, a series of waterfalls that straddles the border of Argentina and Brazil. Ride the Rainforest Ecological Train through the forest to a series of walkways and viewing points. This evening, dine at the Ipê Grill within your hotel. Two Night Stay: Iguassu Falls, Hotel das Cataratas. BD Day 24. Iguassu Falls. Today, enjoy time in World Heritage-listed Iguassu National Park. Then visit the Parque das Aves Bird Park to get up close to a range of native South American birds including the iconic toucan. Afterwards, enjoy a thrilling boat ride safari that takes in the breathtaking spectacle of Iguassu Falls from beneath the thundering cascades. B Day 25. Iguassu Falls, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil). Fly to Rio de Janeiro today and check in to your hotel before time at leisure. Three Night Stay: Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana Palace. B Day 26. Rio de Janeiro. Today, travel to Corcovado, the mountain that's famous for its iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Visit the statue and travel to the platform at its peak for views over downtown Rio de Janeiro, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach and much more. This evening at sunset, absorb one of the world's truly exquisite views as you ride a cable car to the peak of Sugarloaf Mountain, located at the mouth of Guanabara Bay on a peninsula sticking out into the Atlantic Ocean. After time at the peak, head to a local restaurant to enjoy a delicious Brazilian BBQ. BD Day 27. Rio de Janeiro, Freedom of Choice. This morning, enjoy your chosen Freedom of Choice sightseeing activity. You may wish to take a tour through friendly local favelas to get an intriguing look at life in Rio de Janeiro. Alternatively, you can enjoy an excursion to Petrópolis, The Imperial City of Brazil. Perhaps you would like to experience the stunning beauty of the Botanical Gardens and Tijuca Forest or, for those who prefer to delve into the past, join a tour of the city's fascinating historical sights, where the legends woven through the narrow streets are brought to life on an enthralling discovery. B Day 28. Santiago (Chile). Today board your included flight to Santiago, which boasts one of the world's most stunning locations, situated in the Santiago basin and spectacularly flanked by the towering snow-capped Andes to its east. Two Night Stay: The Singular Santiago. B Day 29. Santiago, Freedom of Choice. On a tour of Santiago today, explore the city's historic centre, including its central square, the Plaza de Armas, which represents the heart and soul of Santiago. Surrounded by the neoclassical facades of Santiago's most important buildings, it has been a social hub since 1540. Later, select from an array of fantastic restaurants for dinner. BD Day 30. Depart Santiago. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B EXTEND YOUR JOURNEY (ISAAG37) Galápagos Islands Finch Bay Eco Hotel Begin your journey with a four-night stay at the Finch Bay Eco Hotel and get up close to the unique wildlife of the Galápagos Islands. Also includes a total of three nights in Quito. Refer to fare box for pricing and enquire for more information. www.aptouring.com.au