2017 - APT South America

90 Be amazed by the ice-bound landscapes of Antarctica on a luxury cruise with APT 24 Day South America Discovery Including 10 Night Le Boréal Luxury Cruise to Antarctica Day 1. Arrive Buenos Aires (Argentina). On arrival in the Argentinian capital today, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. Three Night Stay: Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel. Day 2. Buenos Aires. Enjoy a tour of Buenos Aires before visiting the city's oldest barrio (district). Later, head to Esquina Carlos Gardel for dinner and a tango show. BD Day 3. Buenos Aires, Freedom of Choice. This morning, embark on your chosen activity. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure. B Day 4. Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Embark Antarctica Cruise. Transfer to the airport and take your included flight to Ushuaia. On arrival, you'll board your luxurious ship, Le Boréal. This evening, enjoy the Captain's Welcome Dinner and cruise the Beagle Channel. 10 Night Cruise: Le Boréal. BD Days 5-6. Drake Passage. Over the next two days, you'll cross the Drake Passage, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans between Cape Horn and the South Shetland Islands. BLD Days 7-11. Antarctic Peninsula. For the next five days, you'll enjoy the freedom of exploring the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience some of the world's most unique wildlife as you embark on thrilling Zodiac rides. BLD Days 12-13. Drake Passage. The adventure continues as you return across the Drake Passage back towards Ushuaia. BLD Day 14. Disembark Ship, Ushuaia, Buenos Aires. Bid farewell to Le Boréal as you disembark in Ushuaia and travel to the airport for your included flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Stay: Buenos Aires, Alvear Palace Hotel. B Day 15. Buenos Aires, Lima (Peru). Today, travel to the airport for your flight to Lima, the starting point of your Peruvian discovery. Settle into your room, taking in the magnificent ocean views. Two Night Stay: JW Marriott Hotel Lima, Ocean View Rooms. B Day 16. Lima. Enjoy the morning at leisure amid the beautiful surrounds of your hotel. Later, a visit to a private hacienda will showcase regional traditions. Arrive to the rhythms of live music and dance, before lunch and a Peruvian Paso horse show. BL Day 17. Lima, Cusco, Chincheros, Sacred Valley. Fly to Cusco, the historic capital of the ancient Incan Empire. On arrival, travel by coach to Chincheros. During an interesting traditional weaving demonstration, learn how the famously colourful materials of South America are created. Two Night Stay: Sacred Valley, Tambo del Inka, Luxury Collection by Starwood. BD Day 18. Sacred Valley. An exploration of the area begins with a visit to the markets of Pisac, a hilltop village that lies near Incan ruins. Enjoy lunch in the beautiful Sacred Valley before making the most of your time at leisure. BL Day 19. Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu. Board PeruRail's Vistadome train and admire the mountainous Andean landscape through your large panoramic windows as you travel to Machu Picchu. On arrival, set off on a locally Freedom of Choice TM – Sightseeing Freedom of Choice TM – Dining Signature Experiences APT CHARTER www.aptouring.com.au

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