Tour South America Landscapes (Easter Island, 17 Days)

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Buenos Aires: Dine at the home of a local family in the bohemian neighborhood of Palermo Soho with its European-style homes and hip attitude. San Carlos de Bariloche: Learn about Bariloche’s chocolate heritage with a visit to La Chocolaterie Van Wynsberghe and sample locally made chocolates. Buenos Aires: Experience the beauty of the Tango and learn about its traditions. Rio de Janeiro: Enjoy a traditional Brazilian BBQ restaurant this evening and learn how to mix the perfect caipirinha. Santiago: Visit a winery in Chile’s Casablanca valley and meet the winemakers for a personalised experience including a tasting. Todos los Santos Lake: On this scenic cruise you’ll cross the border into Argentina and cruise the glacial waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi. On the way, you’ll enjoy lunch at Natura Restaurant. Cerro Campanario chairlift: Soak up the scenery from the hilltop of St. Edward’s chapel on the Llao llao Peninsula then you’ll ride a chairlift to the top of Cerro Campanario. At the top of Cerro Campanario, you’ll get a 360° view of the surrounding area. Rio de Janeiro: Visit a samba school to see and learn about this symbol of Brazil. : Explore Santiago, Puerto Varas, San Carlos de Bariloche, Nahuel Huapi National Park, Buenos Aires, Iguassu Falls and Rio de Janeiro with a Local Specialist : Discover how locals prepare for Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival week : Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, Chile’s wine country, Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado : View Petrohue River, Devil’s Throat Falls : Scenic Cruise in Chile’s Lake Region and on Lake Nahuel Huapi in Argentina : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted : All porterage and restaurant gratuities : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) : A Trafalgar bonus all Intra-Air Flights: Santiago to Puerto Montt, Bariloche to Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires to Iguassu Falls and Iguassu Falls to Rio de Janeiro, including porter service at all airports : Optional Experiences and free time An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing A Trafalgar bonus all Intra-Air Flights: Santiago to Puerto Montt, Bariloche to Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires to Iguassu Falls and Iguassu Falls to Rio de Janeiro, including porter service at all airports Optional Experiences and free time

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Meals

16 Breakfast (B) 1 Welcome Reception (WR) 3 Lunch (L) 2 Dinner (D) 1 Be My Guest (BMG) 1 Regional Dinner (RD) 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)

Accommodation

Taha Tai Hotel InterContinental Santiago Hotel Cabaña del Lago NH Bariloche Edelweiss Alvear Art Hotel The Bourbon Cataratas Resort Windsor Excelsior Copacabana

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All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Easter Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Easter Island

Connect with the legend and lore of one of the world��s most remote and remarkable islands, delving into the ancient culture of the Rapa Nui who once prospered on this land. Our first stop on this mystical adventure is Ahu Akivi, where we’ll enjoy a private guided excursion with our Local Specialist to view its seven Moai statues, facing the ocean. Learn about their astronomically precise location and how they were placed there to use their mana to protect the inhabitants of the nearby village. Continue to ancient Ahu Hanga Poukura to see the tumbled Moai statues that stand as a testament to ancient battles. Then, visit the Puna Pau quarry with its red scoria stone.
Day 2 Day 2: The Maoi Of Easter Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: The Maoi Of Easter Island

Embark on a privately guided excursion with our Local Specialist to the southern coast and witness the perfectly preserved ceremonial Ahu Vaihu in the bay of Hanga Te’e. Set out with your boxed picnic lunch and proceed to Rano Raraku, a quarry of almost 900 stone statues - 397 of them still located at the slopes of the Rano Kau volcano. Visit Ahu Tongariki, the largest ahu on the island, then continue to the eastern coast and visit Ahu Te Pito Kura with its Paro Maoi, the largest maoi statue ever erected. Afterward, visit scenic Anakena beach, where the king first set foot on the island.
Day 3 Day 3: On The Slopes Of Rano Kau
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: On The Slopes Of Rano Kau

Journey to the UNESCO-listed Rapa Nui National Park. Join a private excursion with our Local Specialist up the extinct Rano Kau volcano. Admire views of the island from its slopes, then drive to the village of Orongo, where you’ll view petroglyphs revealing the local culture. Later, catch a glimpse the three islets of Motu Nui, Motu Iti and Motu Kao Kao on the opposite coast. Then it’s on to Ahu Vinapu for further evidence of the pre-Incan architectural influence. Our final stop is at the Ana Kai Tangata to view the ornate cave paintings from its mouth. Return to your hotel this afternoon before being transferred to the airport for your flight to Santiago (flight not included in holiday price).
Day 4 Day 4: Explore Vibrant Santiago
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Explore Vibrant Santiago

Connect with the cosmopolitan verve of the Chilean capital, Santiago. Spend the day on your terms discovering the unique personalities of each of the city’s diverse barrios. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travel companions for a Welcome Reception.
Day 5 Day 5: Journey To Santiago Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Journey To Santiago Connect With Locals

This morning’s city tour with a Local Specialist includes a stop at the ornate wrought-iron Central Market where we’ll see the catch of the day and stroll past pop-up restaurants serving local favorites. We journey to wine country, visiting an exclusive winery in Casablanca Valley for a gourmet lunch served alfresco in exquisite surrounds. Connect With Locals and meet the winemakers for a personalised winery experience, followed by an opportunity to taste the fruit of his labours. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
Day 6 Day 6: Onwards To Puerto Varas
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Onwards To Puerto Varas

We fly south to the coastal city of Puerto Montt, then continue to Puerto Varas for a tour of the ’City of Roses’ with our Local Specialist against the backdrop of snow-capped volcanoes. Later, we make our way to our hotel on the shores of Lake Llanquihue where we’ll enjoy the rest of the day at leisure and an included dinner.
Day 7 Day 7: Cross The Andes And Continue To Bariloche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Cross The Andes And Continue To Bariloche

Look forward to a day of pinch me moments as you cross the Andes via land and water. Our first stop sees us watch the burbling waters of the Petrohue River cascade over black volcanic rock. We’ll cross Todos Los Santos Lake, keeping a keen eye out for giant Andean condors as the mighty Osorno Volcano with its white cap looms in the background. Admire the soul-stirring landscapes en route to Peulla where we’ll enjoy lunch. Then, cross the border into Argentina and cruise the glacial waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi. We’ll arrive in Bariloche this evening.
Day 8 Day 8: Admire Bariloche Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Admire Bariloche Dive Into Culture

Soak up the sights and sounds of the ’Switzerland of South America’ this morning, breathing in the fresh alpine air. We’ll meet our Local Specialist and travel along the ’Circuito Chico’ for spectacular views of forests, mountains and sparkling waters in Nahuel Huapi National Park. Visit the beach playground of Playa Bonita, soak up the scenery from the hilltop of St. Edward’s Chapel on the Llao Llao Peninsula, and ride a chairlift to the top of Cerro Campanario for sweeping views of the high peaks of Catedral and Tronador. Dive Into Culture and indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate during a visit to La Chocolaterie Van Wynsberghe, then spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 9 Day 9: Venture To Buenos Aires, The Paris Of South America Connect With Locals
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Venture To Buenos Aires, The Paris Of South America Connect With Locals

Leaving spectacular Patagonian landscapes behind, we fly to the passionate Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires. This evening, we’ll Connect With Locals, joining our Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Be My Guest experience dinner with a local family in Palermo Soho. Savor traditional flavors and homemade family dishes, then discover the secrets of kneading country bread. Our unforgettable local encounter continues as we watch family members engage in an elegant Tango performance.
Day 10 Day 10: Explore Buenos Aires Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Explore Buenos Aires Dive Into Culture

Immerse yourself in the seamless mix of European elegance meets Latin energy. We’ll join a Local Specialist to see some of Buenos Aires’ most notable sites, including the Plaza de Mayo and iconic pink Casa Rosada. View the fashionable neighborhood of La Boca, admire the opulent façade of Teatro Colon and drive along the stately Avenida 9 de Julio to the elegant Recoleta cemetery, where Argentina’s most famous sons and daughters have been laid to rest. We pay homage to the beloved former first lady of Argentina, Eva Peron, before enjoying an afternoon at leisure. This evening, we indulge in the delicious flavors of Argentine beef, the authentic tastes of world-renowned Argentinian beef. Dive Into Culture later, watching the sensual, stirring moves of a traditional Tango performance.
Day 11 Day 11: Buenos Aires Your Way
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Buenos Aires Your Way

Get a taste of life as a porteño this morning, embracing the energy of this passionate South American hub on your terms. Perhaps, admire the works of Degas, El Greco and Van Gogh at the Museum of Bellas Artes or stroll around the colorful stalls that line one of the local markets. Take to the countryside and consider spending the day at a traditional estancia (ranch) for the Fiesta Gaucha (festival of the cowboy), where you’ll be entertained by a lively equestrian show and enjoy a traditional parrillada (barbecue) lunch.
Day 12 Day 12: Discover Iguassu Falls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Discover Iguassu Falls

Journey to the thundering cascade of Iguassu Falls, where we’ll meet our Local Specialist for a visit to the UNESCO-listed Iguassu National Park. Board an open-air ecological jungle train delving deep into its subtropical rainforest. Walk along the catwalk peering down into the swirling waters of Devil’s Throat Falls. We’ll cross the border into Brazil for an evening at leisure and dinner at our resort.
Day 13 Day 13: Soak In The Brazilian Side Of Iguassu Falls
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Soak In The Brazilian Side Of Iguassu Falls

Rediscover the ’Big Waters’ and return to Iguassu National Park, where you’ll join a Local Specialist who will guide your discovery of the Brazilian side of the falls. Walk through the rainforest at the base of the falls and peer at its majesty through the powerful spray. We enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 14 Day 14: Off To Rio De Janeiro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Off To Rio De Janeiro

We bid farewell to the falls and fly to sultry Rio de Janeiro. You’ll be transferred to your hotel overlooking the colorful Copacabana Beach.
Day 15 Day 15: Enjoy Rio De Janeiro And Sugarloaf Mountain
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Enjoy Rio De Janeiro And Sugarloaf Mountain

Begin your exploration of the cidade maravilhosa (marvelous city) with your Local Specialist, ascending Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for astounding bay and city views. Then return to the city for a tour with our Local Specialist before spending the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 16 Day 16: Uncover The Sights And Sounds Of Rio De Janeiro Connect With Locals Dive Into Culture
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Uncover The Sights And Sounds Of Rio De Janeiro Connect With Locals Dive Into Culture

Board a classic cogwheel train for the journey to the summit of majestic Corcovado, site of the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. We join our Local Specialist to explore more of the city’s iconic sights. Later this afternoon, we’ll Connect With Locals during a visit to a local Samba school where we’ll gain insights into how the school prepares for the pageantry of Carnival week. View the colorful costumes and immerse yourself in the rhythms of Samba as you participate in a dance lesson. This evening, Dive Into Culture and experience the flavors of churrascaria linger at our Farewell Dinner. As our hosts demonstrate how to mix the perfect caipirinha, we toast to an epic South American journey. Saude!
Day 17 Day 17: Farewell Rio De Janeiro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Farewell Rio De Janeiro

Enjoy a day at leisure until your transfer to the airport or choose to extend your stay.

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South America Landscapes (Easter Island, 17 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip South America Landscapes (Easter Island, 17 Days)

Day 1: Arrive Easter Island

Day 2: The Maoi Of Easter Island

Day 3: On The Slopes Of Rano Kau

Day 4: Explore Vibrant Santiago

Day 5: Journey To Santiago Connect With Locals

Day 6: Onwards To Puerto Varas

Day 7: Cross The Andes And Continue To Bariloche

Day 8: Admire Bariloche Dive Into Culture

Day 9: Venture To Buenos Aires, The Paris Of South America Connect With Locals

Day 10: Explore Buenos Aires Dive Into Culture

Day 11: Buenos Aires Your Way

Day 12: Discover Iguassu Falls

Day 13: Soak In The Brazilian Side Of Iguassu Falls

Day 14: Off To Rio De Janeiro

Day 15: Enjoy Rio De Janeiro And Sugarloaf Mountain

Day 16: Uncover The Sights And Sounds Of Rio De Janeiro Connect With Locals Dive Into Culture

Day 17: Farewell Rio De Janeiro

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