2013 - APT South America

The Small Group Experience When you journey to South America with APT, you'll travel in small groups with a maximum of only 28 travellers. Travelling to South America on one of APT's Small Group Journeys, ensures you'll experience an intimate discovery of the regions fascinating history, landscapes and culture. All the while being led by a team of experts providing you peace of mind that you will be looked after at all times. Touring South America for More Than 38 Years The APT Group possesses vast experience in operating high-end luxury holidays to South America. What's more, APT Company Owner Geoff McGeary and his daughter Lou Tandy, APT's South America Product Manager, have travelled the continent extensively in order to create itineraries that exceed the exacting standards that APT's discerning travellers have learnt to expect. The resulting Small Group Journeys reflect the insight and experience that we, as Australia and New Zealand's true South American holiday experts, possess. Expertly Planned Itineraries, For Your Convenience APT's itineraries are designed with great attention to the finest details. You'll travel on the most convenient internal flights, allowing you to maximise your time enjoying each destination. You're given the chance to adapt to high altitudes gradually, reducing the risk of altitude sickness. You'll enjoy more extended stays, for a leisurely and in-depth local immersion. While an unprecedented number of exclusive, iconic and unique experiences are included, we allow ample leisure time so you can also explore at your own pace. APT Small Group Journeys – Max. 28 Travellers Stepping Off the Tourist Trail – we'll take you to the quaint places away from the crowds to interact with locals and enjoy experiences that are impossible for large groups to partake in. Attentive Service – enjoy more personal service from your APT Tour Director who, due to the smaller group size, is able to better shape each excursion according to expectations and interests. A More Informative Experience – with more time for questions to be answered and more personalised commentary, you'll gain a greater insight into the culture and history of each place. Greater Camaraderie – with so few travellers on each tour, a close interaction with your fellow, like-minded, travellers is assured. APT Tour Director & Local Guides Our professional APT Tour Directors are friendly English-speaking South Americans who offer superior knowledge and service, and assist in allowing you to experience this wonderful region in comfort, style and safety. They are committed to ensuring your holiday runs smoothly, while giving you the peace of mind that there will be an expert on hand at all times. Joining your APT Tour Director in most locations, knowledgeable local guides inject insight that only truly local people could possess. "Our Tour Director is a caring seasoned professional and really made our trip. He acted as our 'Personal Concierge', made us feel special, advised us on places we would visit and places to avoid. He organised our border crossings, hotel and air travel check-ins and helped us make the most of our free time during each leisurely stay." Tony & Carol Kurylewski. www.aptouring.com.au 13 SOUTH AMERICA

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