MONOGRAMS 2009: GRAND TOUR OF SOUTH AMERICA (ISGA)
17 days incl. air, or 16 days from Rio de Janeiro to Lima
Begin with a 3-night stay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There is plenty of free time for exploring this famous city on your own, plus enjoy guided city sightseeing. Next, fly to Iguassu Falls and spend two nights surrounded by the marvelous scenery of this natural wonder. Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where you enjoy guided city sightseeing and free time. Next, become acquainted with Lima with guided city sightseeing and exploration time. In Cuzco, guided city sightseeing visits several of the ancient sites. An excursion to the small market town of Pisac allows you to visit with locals and buy local wares before visiting the Incan fortress of Ollantaytambo. The highlight of your trip begins with a train ride through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu for time to explore the intact fortress. You may even want to walk up to the Sun Gate, the ancient entrance used by the Incas. After a morning at leisure in Machu Picchu, return to Cuzco for some free time followed by a free day in Lima that lets you tailor your time in the way you want.
HOTELS
Rio de Janeiro: The Windsor Excelsior, The Windsor Excelsior-Copacabana is located in the very best area of Copacabana, facing the ocean, at one of the most elegant addresses in Rio. The hotel offers a rooftop terrace, pool, sauna, restaurant, and bar.Iguassu Falls: Mabu Thermas, Mabu Thermas, near Iguassu Falls National Park, offers four thermal pools, tennis courts, fitness center, gift shop, and several restaurants and bars.Buenos Aires: Sheraton Libertador, The Libertador is close to shopping and nightlife. The Skyline Pool & Health Club is a highlight of the deluxe facility. The top floor offers spectacular views of the city.Lima: Melia Lima, The Melia Lima is located in the prestigious San Isidro area of Lima and offers all the comforts a discerning guest expects in a home. Enjoy the hotel's international restaurant, coffee shop, bar, pool, health club, and gift shop.Cuzco: Hotel Libertador, The Hotel Libertador is located opposite the Temple of the Sun. Enjoy excellent local and international cuisine in the Inti Raymi restaurant while watching spectacular Andean dances.Machu Picchu: Sumaq Hotel, The Sumaq Hotel is located at the foot of the Machu Picchu ruins and boasts an Andean health spa, bar, restaurant, gift shop, and business center.
HOTELS
Rio de Janeiro: The Windsor Excelsior, The Windsor Excelsior-Copacabana is located in the very best area of Copacabana, facing the ocean, at one of the most elegant addresses in Rio. The hotel offers a rooftop terrace, pool, sauna, restaurant, and bar.Iguassu Falls: Mabu Thermas, Mabu Thermas, near Iguassu Falls National Park, offers four thermal pools, tennis courts, fitness center, gift shop, and several restaurants and bars.Buenos Aires: Sheraton Libertador, The Libertador is close to shopping and nightlife. The Skyline Pool & Health Club is a highlight of the deluxe facility. The top floor offers spectacular views of the city.Lima: Melia Lima, The Melia Lima is located in the prestigious San Isidro area of Lima and offers all the comforts a discerning guest expects in a home. Enjoy the hotel's international restaurant, coffee shop, bar, pool, health club, and gift shop.Cuzco: Hotel Libertador, The Hotel Libertador is located opposite the Temple of the Sun. Enjoy excellent local and international cuisine in the Inti Raymi restaurant while watching spectacular Andean dances.Machu Picchu: Sumaq Hotel, The Sumaq Hotel is located at the foot of the Machu Picchu ruins and boasts an Andean health spa, bar, restaurant, gift shop, and business center.
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- Tour Operator
- Globus
- Duration
- 17 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - No
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Miami | Board your overnight flight. |
| Day 2 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | Arrive in Rio de Janeiro. |
| Day 3 | Rio de Janeiro | Guided city sightseeing; visit Sugar Loaf Mountain. (B) |
| Day 4 | Rio de Janeiro | Full day at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 5 | Rio de Janeiro-Iguassu Falls | Fly to Iguassu; guided sightseeing of the Brazilian side of the Falls. (B) |
| Day 6 | Iguassu Falls | Guided sightseeing of the Argentine side of the Falls.(B) |
| Day 7 | Iguassu Falls-Buenos Aires, Argentina | Fly to Buenos Aires.(B) |
| Day 8 | Buenos Aires | Guided city sightseeing; visit Casa Rosada and Recoleta Cemetery. (B) |
| Day 9 | Buenos Aires | Full day at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 10 | Buenos Aires-Lima, Peru | Fly to Lima. (B) |
| Day 11 | Lima | Guided city sightseeing; visit the Monastery. (B) |
| Day 12 | Lima-Cuzco | Fly to Cuzco; guided city sightseeing; visit the Cathedral, Monastery, and Sacsayhuaman. (B) |
| Day 13 | Cuzco | Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo. (B,L) |
| Day 14 | Cuzco-Machu Picchu | Train to Machu Picchu; explore Machu Picchu. (B,L,D) |
| Day 15 | Machu Picchu-Cuzco | Morning at leisure; return to Cuzco by train. (B) |
| Day 16 | Cuzco-Lima | Fly to Lima. (B) |
| Day 17 | Lima | Board your homebound flight. (B) |
- Dates/Pricing
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- US$ Price Details
Land-only price does not include intra-vacation flights. Intra-vacation flights are available priced from $1450.Single Room Supplement: $1512.Triple Room reduction per person: $151.Extra nights per person in Rio de Janeiro: In single room $225; in twin room $125; in triple room $105.Extra nights per person in Lima: In single room $125; in twin room $75; in triple room $75.2010 prices and itineraries subject to change. Details will be availabe in August 2009.Note: Due to the Carnival holiday, departures between Feb. 17-Feb. 25, 2009 and Feb. 9-Feb. 17, 2010 are on request only and will have a supplemental cost.
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