2017 - APT South America

CONTENTS 4 The APT Difference 5 South America, Cuba, Mexico, Panama & Antarctica 6 Choose Your Dream Holiday 10 APT's South America – Exceptional Inclusions 12 South America – A Land Like No Other 14 Small Group, Big Experiences 16 Luxury Hotels & Resorts 18 Unforgettable Rail Journeys 20 Luxury Ocean Cruising 22 Amazon Cruise 24 Galápagos Islands Cruise 26 Signature Experiences 28 APT's Freedom of Choice™ Sightseeing Inclusions 29 APT's Freedom of Choice™ Dining Inclusions 30 APT Club 32 Extend Your Journey – 4 Day Atacama Extension 34 Extend Your Journey – 4 Day Patagonia Extension SOUTH AMERICA 36 Best of South America 19 Days 40 South America Inca Journey 25 Days Main image: embrace the spirit of the samba-shaking Carnival capital, Rio de Janeiro Front cover: delve into ancient history at the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu I can recall few travel experiences as life altering as a journey through South America. Surveying Rio de Janeiro from the Christ the Redeemer statue. Watching locals in the highlands smile and gossip as they spin colourful threads into ancient patterns. Standing before Machu Picchu, its crumbling ruins shadowed beneath the formidable contours of the Andes... Moments just like these lie around every corner on a small group South America journey with APT. Covering the continent from tip to tail, our huge range of itineraries are filled with hand-crafted experiences and a touch of adventure. Along the way, we'll introduce you to the riveting history, cultures and customs, gracious people, evocative ancient icons and captivating cities, as well as hidden places known only to the locals. Most importantly, however, we go the extra mile to ensure you can relax in places that are so different to our own. This year, we're also delighted to take you to the steamy Caribbean island nation of Cuba, bright and beautiful Mexico, as well as the frozen landscapes of Antarctica. Plus, we've put together a collection of luxury ocean cruises along the coast of Central and South America, including a voyage right through the legendary Panama Canal. Whichever route you choose to take in this land of untold adventure, of lost cities, ancient wonders and heart-warming friendly people, you can be certain the journey will be an unforgettable one when you travel with APT. Warm regards, Geoff McGeary OAM APT Company Owner Welcome to South America Rob, Geoff and Lou McGeary

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