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| 1 | Depart Canada Board your overnight flight to begin your tour of South America. |
| 2 | Arrive Santiago, Chile After arriving in Santiago de Chile, you will enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, including the Hippodrome, O'Higgins Park, and the popular Cerro San Cristobal, home to the Statue of the Immaculate Conception. Join your fellow travelers this evening for a welcome dinner. (D) |
| 3 | Santiago Today is a day of leisure to relax or take an optional tour of the area. This evening, enjoy dinner and a traditional folklore show. (B, D) |
| 4 | Santiago - Puerto Montt-Puerto Varas/Lake District Your vacation continues in the extraordinary Lake District. Fly south to the coastal town of Puerto Montt and visit charming Angelmo fishing village. Next, transfer to the picturesque resort of Puerto Varas, located on the shores of Lake Llanquihue. (B, D) |
| 5 | Puerto Varas - Peulla Today you begin the crossing of the majestic Andes. Behold the mammoth Osorno Volcano in the distance as you travel through the beautiful countryside. View the majestic and colorful Petrohue Falls before driving to the shores of the Lago Todos los Santos (The Lake of All Saints). Cruise across the lake to the rustic town of Peulla, located at the foot of the mountains. (B, D) |
| 6 | Peulla - Lake Crossing - Bariloche, Argentina Enjoy a leisurely drive through the forest and the lower hills of the Andes to arrive at the Argentine border. Board a launch for a short cruise across lovely Lago Frias. Travel through the deep forest to Puerto Blest where you embark on a cruise across scenic Lake Nahuel Huapi. Arriving in Puerto Panuelo, you drive to the Alpine village of San Carlos de Bariloche. (B, D) |
| 7 | Bariloche The day is at leisure in Bariloche, renowned for its chocolate production. You may wish to take a leisurely walk to Central Square or choose an optional tour of the area. (B) |
| 8 | Bariloche - Buenos Aires Today you fly to the exciting city of Buenos Aires. The ^Paris of South America^ is bursting with beautiful European architecture, lively boulevards and quaint sidewalk cafes. Enjoy a Portenos tour of the capital, viewing the lavish Teatro Colon, the famous opera house; 9th of July Avenue, one of the world's widest boulevards; Recoleta Cemetery, where the tomb of Eva Peron is located; and the President's residence, the Casa Rosada. Savor a typical Argentine steak dinner before enjoying a tango show, which originated in Buenos Aires. (B, D) |
| 9 | Buenos Aires Drive through the famous Pampas to an Argentine estancia (ranch) to see the Gauchos demonstrate their horsemanship, and perform amazing feats of skill. Next, enjoy a Argentine asado (lunch), barbecued over an open fire. Gaucho dance and music will follow. (B, L) |
| 10 | Buenos Aires - Iguassu Falls, Argentina Today you fly north to the natural wonder known as the Iguassu Falls, located on the border of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. Arrive on the Argentinean side and transfer to your hotel located in the National Park with breathtaking views of the falls. (B, D) |
| 11 | Iguassu Falls, Brazil - Iguassu Falls, Argentina This morning you will cross the border into Brazil and enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour of the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls. You may wish to take advantage of the optional tours offered before returning to the Argentinean side. (B) |
| 12 | Iguassu Falls - Rio de Janeiro Today you fly to the beautiful and vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, the cultural capital of Brazil. Magnificent views, beautiful beaches, great cuisine and friendly people make Rio a fantastic vacation destination. (B, D) |
| 13 | Rio de Janeiro Enjoy a Carioca's tour of Rio, including Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Flamengo Park and Maracana soccer stadium. Next, ascend Corcovado to visit one of the world's most famous landmarks - the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Late afternoon, take a cable car to Sugarloaf and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. Cap off your evening at one of Rio's top restaurants for a typical ^Churrascaria^ dinner of marinated and charcoal-roasted meats in true Brazilian-style. (B, D) |
| 14 | Rio de Janeiro - Overnight Flight You will have leisure time before transferring to the airport for your return flight home. (B) |
| 15 | Return Your flight arrives home today. |
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