House of travel South and Central America Brochure 2017 | Page 9

South America Rhythms & Falls This trip will show you the influences of song and dance in South America; from the passionate Tango in Buenos Aires to being whisked away with the windpipes of Salta, and of course the vibrant beat of the Brazilian Samba drum. Amongst these rhythms are glorious insights to natural landscapes with the mysterious and Chihuahua desolate mountains of Humahuaca Gorge, which is a stark contrast to the abundant Los Mochis waterfalls of Iguazu and its surrounding jungle. MEXICO Cabo Varadero HAVANA The bright city lights of Rio will keep you on San Lucas MEXICO CUBA Cancun Merida CITY Santiago your toes, before taking some time out on the Puerto Vallarta de Cuba Villahermosa BELIZE pristine beaches of Buzios. This itinerary is Taxco Oaxaca CITY BELIZE Acapulco packed with many unforgettable sights, but it CARIBBEAN GUATEMALA doesn't stop there. Add the Brazilian Amazon SEA GUATEMALA or Perito Moreno Glacier to your visit, as the CITY PANAMA COSTA RICA CITY Cartagena endless choices from South America become SAN JOSE even more tempting. VENEZUELA PANAMA Panama Canal GUYANA SURINAME FRENCH GUIANA BOGOTA COLUMBIA COLOMBIA Galapagos Islands South America Rhythms & Falls 17 days/16 nights QUITO ECUADOR Chiclayo Trujillo Belem Iquitos Guayaquil Manaus PERU Puerto Maldonado LIMA MACHU PICCHU Cuzco Puno Nazca Days 1-4: Buenos Aires, Argentina Arrive in Buenos Aires and transfer to your hotel. You will spend four nights taking in the sights and sounds of the famed 'Paris of the South'. See all the main attractions on a city tour including entrance to Recoleta Cemetery, also witness the spine-tingling Tango right up close. For a different atmosphere, we recommend ferrying over to Colonia in Easter Uruguay and roam the cute cobblestone streets (additional cost). Salvador BOLIVIA Cuiabá LA PAZ Arequipa BRASILIA BRAZIL Belo Horizonte Calama Salta ATACAMA DESERT PARAGUAY Iguazu Falls Buzios Rio de Janeiro São Paulo Island Days 5-7: Salta Take a domestic flight to Salta (flight additional) located in the north of Argentina. This is an area brushed with Inca influence by neighbouring countries such as Chile, Peru and Bolivia. Enjoy two full days exploring regions such as Humahuaca and Cafayate. Days 8-9: Iguazu Falls Fly to Iguazu Falls (flight additional) for a two night stay. You will witness the natural beauty and power of the Argentinean Iguazu Falls. If you are daring, try the exhilarating Gran Aventura boat ride that will take you under the spray (additional cost). CHILE Valparaiso SANTIAGO Days 14-16: Rio de Janeiro – Buzios Enjoy one last morning in Rio before transferring to Buzios for a three night beach escape. Buzios is a cool two hour drive from Rio. A Trolley Tour will show you the best of Buzios, a quaint fishing village by the sea where locals go to holiday. The area offers plenty of watersports and beaches to spend some time under the hot Brazilian sun. Colonia MONTEVIDEO ARGENTINA Bariloche Puerto Montt Valdes Peninsula PATAGONIA Day 10: Iguazu Falls – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Appreciate views of Iguazu Falls from the Brazil side, then fly to Rio de Janeiro (flight additional). Transfer to your hotel for a four night stay. Days 11-13: Rio de Janeiro You have plenty of time to visit Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain on a tour. Enjoy free time at the shops, beautiful beaches and experience the Rio nightlife. URUGUAY Mendoza BUENOS AIRES TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK El Calafate Puerto Natales Punta Arenas Rio Gallegos Falkland Islands TIERRA DEL FUEGO Ushuaia Day 17: Buzios – Rio de Janeiro After your relaxing time at the beach, you will be transferred to Rio de Janeiro Airport where your arrangements end. Departures: Buenos Aires / Daily Inclusions: 16 nights hotel accommodation, breakfast daily, dinner with Buenos Aires Tango show, transport throughout and sightseeing mentioned Price Guide From: $3199 The price guide shown is per adult for twin share, based on low season travel. Specials or surcharges may apply depending on travel date. 5