2013 - APT South America

The Very Best of South America 20 Days – All Inclusive Journey Buenos Aires | Iguassu Falls | Rio de Janeiro | Machu Picchu | Cusco | Lake Titicaca Experience Machu Picchu in Peru – one of the New Seven Wonders of the World Day 1. Arrive Buenos Aires (Argentina). On arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel before a Welcome Reception this evening. Three Night Stay: Sofitel Buenos Aires. SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS With a maximum of only 27 others travelling with you on this fully inclusive 20 Day Small Group Journey, you'll explore vibrant cities and natural wonders; take in the iconic monuments and ancient ruins; and – with a huge range of exclusive sightseeing, dining and accommodation experiences – you'll do it all in the premium style that APT's discerning travellers have come to expect. Freedom of Choice Touring Signature Experience Dine Around Dinner 40 Day 2. Buenos Aires. A tour of Buenos Aires this morning begins with a visit to the Avenida de Mayo, an avenue that connects with the city's main downtown square, the Plaza De Mayo. See the pink Casa Rosada (Government House), the city's cathedral and the Cabildo, the first city hall. Next, visit Café Tortoni, a famous literati coffeehouse established in 1858. As you enjoy coffee and croissants, you're invited to participate in a fun and informative introductory Spanish class, which will provide a basic understanding of words and phrases you'll come across during your holiday. Afterwards, take a ride on the subway, the first of its kind in Latin America, then visit the city's oldest barrio (district), San Telmo. Here, enjoy ample time to stroll around the charming square, which is lined with antique shops. Later, explore the Italian-influenced barrio of La Boca, with its colourful houses and picturesque pedestrian street, the Caminito. As you then drive along one of the widest avenues in the world, Avenida 9 de Julio, you'll see the iconic Teatro Colón (Opera House). Continue on to see the parks, gardens and tree-lined streets of Palermo and visit La Recoleta Cemetery. Afterwards, enjoy free time, then head to the Philippe Starck- designed cabaret, Rojo Tango, for dinner, drinks and the most exclusive tango show in the city. You'll be dazzled as singers, a small orchestra and sublimely skilled dancers create an ambience of romance and drama. BD Day 3. Buenos Aires, Freedom of Choice Touring, Dine Around Dinner. Today, perhaps head to the island town of Tigre and cruise on a vintage boat over the waterways of the Paraná Delta. Or visit an estancia (ranch), for a full-day Fiesta Gaucha featuring horseback riding, folk music, dance and lunch. Or, you may prefer to return to La Boca to visit the La Boca Museum and Stadium, home of the popular Boca Juniors football team, visit the Evita Museum, take a bike tour of Palmero or tour the Teatro Colón (Opera House). Tonight, choose where to dine. Perhaps enjoy French cuisine at Le Sud within the Sofitel hotel; indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at Sorrento Recoval; feast on an Argentinian BBQ at El Mirasol de la Recova; or sample Italian fare at Piegari Restaurant. BD TRAVELLERS SMALL GROUPS MAX. 28

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