2013 - APT South America

The Very Best of South America & Amazon Lodge 22 Days – Featuring 2 Nights at the Amazon Lodge Buenos Aires | Iguassu Falls | Rio de Janeiro | Machu Picchu | Cusco | Lake Titicaca Relax in the tranquil surrounds at the Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica 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. AMAZON LODGE At Inkaterra Reserva Amazònica (Amazon Lodge) you'll fall asleep each night to the gentle sounds of the tropical jungle, and you'll shape your days by choosing from a wide range of included activities. From wildlife cruises and tree-top walkways to night-time safaris, village tours and more, this journey offers one of the most convenient and rewarding experiences of the Amazon Rainforest imaginable. Day 2. Buenos Aires. Today, enjoy a tour of Buenos Aires which includes 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, to enjoy fresh coffee and croissants, you'll also be invited to in a participate in a fun introductory Spanish class. Afterwards, visit the city's oldest barrio (district), San Telmo; explore the Italian-influenced barrio of La Boca, with its colourful houses; see the parks, gardens and tree-lined streets of Palermo and visit La Recoleta Cemetery, the resting place for many famous Argentines. Then head to the Philippe Starck-designed cabaret, Rojo Tango, for dinner, drinks and the most exclusive tango show in the city. BD Freedom of Choice Touring Signature Experience Dine Around Dinner 52 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 mahogany 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. Alternatively, return to La Boca to visit the La Boca Museum and Stadium, home of the popular Boca Juniors football team. Or perhaps visit the Evita Museum, take a bike tour of Palmero or tour the Teatro Colón (Opera House). Tonight, 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 an Italian meal at Piegari Restaurant. BD Day 4. Buenos Aires, Iguassu Falls (Argentina & Brazil). Board your flight to the world renowned Iguassu Falls. Land on the Argentinian side of the falls and ride the Rainforest Ecological Train through forests to a series of walkways and viewing points, including one located directly over the 82 metre-high Devil's Throat. Tonight, dine at the Ipê Grill at your hotel. Two Night Stay: Iguassu Falls, Hotel das Cataratas by Orient-Express. Day 5. Iguassu Falls. This morning, enjoy time in Iguassu National Park. View the falls from close to the base of Devil's Throat then visit the Parque das Aves Bird Park, BD TRAVELLERS SMALL GROUPS MAX. 28

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