2017 - APT South America

77 LUXURY OCEAN CRUISING ASK ABOUT OUR SUPERDEALS LUXURY OCEAN CRUISING YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 9 13-night luxury Patagonia and Chilean Fjords cruise aboard Le Boréal 9 9 All flights within South America ABOARD LE BORÉAL 9 9 Choose from a range of luxury suites and staterooms, all with ocean views 9 APT Tour Director and Expedition Team including naturalist guides 9 Captain's Welcome and Farewell dinners on board 9 Fine and casual dining options 9 Select wine with lunch and dinner 9 24-hour medical centre 9 9 All port charges and tipping EXPLORE THE CHILEAN FJORDS 9 See beautiful lakes and get up close to cascading falls 9 Cruise around iconic Cape Horn at the southern tip of the continent 9 Spot the diverse marine and bird life of the region 9 Enjoy the chance to visit the spectacular Torres del Paine National Park 9 The opportunity to visit Castro on Chiloé Island, with its 150 splendid churches and diverse cultural heritage 9 End your cruise in Valparaíso, known as 'paradise valley' FREEDOM OF CHOICE TM 9 In Buenos Aires SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES 9 Enjoy dinner and a tango show in Buenos Aires 9 Be treated to a Farewell Lunch at the Santa Rita winery near Santiago ACCOMMODATION HIGHLIGHTS 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Three nights at the grand Alvear Palace Hotel in Buenos Aires 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Two nights at The Singular Santiago, in the historic area of Lastarria FINEST DINING – 45 MEALS 9 Enjoy 18 Breakfasts (B), 13 Lunches (L) and 14 Dinners (D) Castro Puerto Montt Tortel Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine National Park) Buenos Aires Santiago CHILE ARGENTINA Ushuaia Valparaíso Cape Horn Chiloé Island 2 3 Le Boréal 13 Cruise Flight (included) Coach No. of nights Day 14. Castro. As you head north of the Magellan Strait, you'll come to the island of Chiloé. Its capital, Castro, is home to around 150 striking churches surrounded by unusual countryside and inhabited by a diverse people with a mixed cultural heritage. BLD Day 15. At Sea. You'll enjoy a day relaxing at sea as you cruise towards Valparaíso. BLD Day 16. Valparaíso. As you head into Valparaíso today, you'll understand why this beautiful place has been named 'paradise valley'. The surrounding hills that form a natural amphitheatre around the port city are dotted with colourful houses as trains meander along the hidden tracks that weave throughout the countryside. Immortalised in the writings of Pablo Neruda, the historic centre is World Heritage listed. This is undoubtedly one of the most charismatic ports in South America. Tonight, you'll gather for a Farewell Dinner as you enjoy your last night aboard. BLD Day 17. Disembark Cruise, Valparaíso, Santiago (Chile). Disembark Le Boréal for the final time and travel to Santiago. On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel, located in the historic neighbourhood of Lastarria. Two Night Stay: The Singular Santiago. B Day 18. Santiago. Today, learn about Chilean wine as you enjoy the beautiful setting of the Santa Rita winery during a tour and tasting, followed by a Farewell Lunch. BL Day 19. Depart Santiago. Your journey ends on arrival at Santiago airport. B PLEASE NOTE: Prices include all flights within South America, air taxes and 13 nights aboard Le Boréal with an APT Cruise Director. A surcharge will apply if not flying with LATAM Airlines from Australia. Taxes are subject to change. Shore excursions are not included and are at an additional cost. For more information and conditions, see pages 94-95. 19 DAYS BUENOS AIRES TO SANTIAGO (ISBF19) Departure Twin Share Solo Trav. Mar. 2. $12,995 $20,745 2017 DATE & PRICES (A$) per person CRUISE UPGRADES – LE BORÉAL Prices are based on a Deluxe Stateroom (Deck 3) and are subject to availability at the time of booking. To upgrade, add per person: Category Deck Twin Share Solo Trav. Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 $595 $1,190 Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 $995 $1,990 Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 $1,495 $2,990 Deluxe Suite Deck 6 $5,295 $10,590

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