Tour some of Chile's most famous wineries today, including Vi?a
Undurraga and De Martino, and sample some of their reserve
wines. Dine this evening at one of A&K's recommended restaurants
along Borderio Boulevard.
The Hotel Ritz-Carlton (Santiago) B L D
Days 1-2: USA or Canada/Santiago, Chile
Fly to Puerto Montt for views of majestic volcanoes in the heart of
Chile's southlands and visit its colorful handicraft market. Continue
to a traditional Chilean ranch for lunch and a demonstration of the
characteristics of the Chilean horse. Then witness a typical Chilean
rodeo.
Hotel Meli? Patagonia B L
Day 3: Santiago
Cross the Andes and drive along the shores of Lake Llanquihue,
visiting several villages along the way. After stopping for lunch at a
local restaurant, continue to Argentina at Puyehue National Park.
Drive to Villa La Angostura on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi
and board a private boat for a cruise to Puerto Pa?uelos, arriving in
Bariloche this evening.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort B L D
Day 4: Santiago/Puerto Montt
Tour Bariloche, Argentina's "Little Switzerland," with visits to
the Llao Llao Peninsula and Lopez Bay, and a trip on the Cerro
Campanario chairlift.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort B L
Day 5: Lake District/Bariloche, Argentina
Your morning is at leisure in Bariloche to stroll through the Swiss-inspired
town or do some last minute shopping before flying to Buenos Aires. This afternoon attend a cheese and wine welcome
reception at the hotel.
Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires B
Day 6: Bariloche
Spend the day exploring Buenos Aires in the company of your
guide. Visit the major highlights including the Metropolitan
Cathedral; the Government Palace (Casa Rosada); the colorful La
Boca district, the tough port barrio and colorful working class heart
of the city; and San Telmo, home and birthplace of the sensual
tango. This evening, travel to Esquina Carlos Gardel, an esteemed
tango venue, for dinner and a show.
Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires B L D
Day 7: Bariloche/Buenos Aires
DESIGN YOUR DAY-BUENOS AIRES: Design Your Day options fill the morning
hours: visit museums and art
galleries, learn about the life and legend of Eva Per?n, or shop in
one of Buenos Aires' exclusive boutiques.
Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires B
Day 8: Buenos Aires
Fly to Iguaz? Falls and view the breathtaking cascades that spread
across a two-mile gulf. Walk on trails leading along and above the
falls, including "Devil's Throat," where a catwalk suspends you
above the lush tropical basin of Devil's Gorge.
Sheraton Internacional Iguaz? Resort B D
Day 9: Buenos Aires
Visit the Brazilian side of the falls for spectacular scenic views.
Walk with your guide through Iguaz? National Park and take an
optional helicopter flight over the falls. Board an afternoon flight
to Rio de Janeiro. Dine this evening at one of A&K's recommended
restaurants.
Caesar Park Hotel- Rio B L D
Day 10: Buenos Aires/Iguaz? Falls
Travel to Corcovado and Rio's landmark statue of Christ the
Redeemer. Later, visit the often-photographed Sugar Loaf
Mountain, where lookout points offer a spectacular panorama of
Guanabara Bay, Rio's famous sandy beaches and the sprawling city
itself. Pause for a sunset cocktail, followed by a farewell dinner.
Caesar Park Hotel- Rio B L D
Day 11: Iguaz? Falls/Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Your day is at leisure, with endless options. Visit museums that
range from the sublime European and South American paintings at
the Ch?cara do C?u to the eclectic Carmen Miranda Museum. Shop
for jewelry, leather goods or wood carvings.
Caesar Park Hotel- Rio B
Day 12: Rio de Janeiro
Arrive in the USA or Canada to connect to your homebound flight.
Day 13: Rio de Janeiro
Day 14: USA or Canada