Essence of South America

•   Gourmet wine-pairing lunch in Chilean vineyards

Day 1: Arrive Santiago, Chile
A transfer is included from Santiago Airport to The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago for your two-night stay. Please join us for a welcome reception followed by dinner tonight as we celebrate your arrival in Santiago. Meals D
Overnight: The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago, Chile
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: Santiago and Chilean Wine Country
On a clear day, the soaring peaks of the snow-capped Andes Mountains provide an incomparable setting for your city sightseeing excursion which begins with a visit to the grand Plaza de Armas and the Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco – the church and monastery reflect the city’s colonial past. Change your perspective on a funicular ride up Cerro San Cristóbal Hill, where panoramic views await. A special gourmet wine-pairing lunch invites you to drink in the bounty of the vine at a local winery in the countryside. Winemakers have perfected their craft for generations and proudly share their time-honored vintages with you!
Overnight: The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago, Chile
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch

Day 3: Charms of Patagonia
Take off for southern Chile this morning as your plane flies to the port town of Puerto Montt, settled by 19th-century German immigrants, and continue to Puerto Varas for an overnight stay. Located on the shore of Lago Llanquihue, this charming town is the perfect gateway for your Patagonian adventure.
Overnight: Hotel Cumbres Patagónicas, Puerto Varas, Chile
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4: Lake Cruise and Wilderness Adventure
National parks of staggering beauty highlight your spectacular two-day Andes crossing from Chile to Argentina. Today’s unforgettable wilderness experiences include a walk at Petrohué Rapids and a catamaran cruise across Lago Todos Los Santos. Your destination tonight is the tranquil Hotel Natura in the remote village of Peulla, a great place to celebrate the area’s natural treasures your way. Your choice of activities this afternoon include a 4 x 4 vehicle safari to explore the park and the Negro River area*, an exhilarating zip-line ride* in the treetop canopy, or a leisurely horseback ride* through the forested national park with a local guide. Dine when you wish tonight.
Overnight: Hotel Natura, Peulla, Chile
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5: Crossing the Andes to Argentina
If impossibly beautiful vistas of alpine landscapes are food for your soul, then get ready to feast your eyes on a banquet of natural wonders on your crossing through the Andes into Argentina! Boat cruises today take you across Lago Frias and Lago Todos Los Santos – watch for Andean?condors soaring among the mountain peaks above you. Spend the next two nights at a lovely lakeside resort in breathtaking Bariloche.
Overnight: Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Bariloche, Argentina
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 6: Llao Llao Resort at Leisure
The entire day is free for you to enjoy the many amenities available at your resort (some at an additional charge), from archery, golf, tennis and sailing to pampering spa treatments and tango lessons. Or you can explore downtown Bariloche or Nahuel Huapi National Park on your own, perhaps indulging in 360-degree vistas of Andean peaks, jeweled lakes and lush forests during a chairlift ride up a mountain!
Overnight: Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Bariloche, Argentina
Meals Included: Breakfast, dinner

Day 7: Fly to Buenos Aires
After a leisurely last morning at your alpine resort, fly on to Buenos Aires for a three-night stay in the “Paris of South America.” Have dinner at your hotel, ideally located on Arroyo Street amidst antique galleries and boutiques.
Overnight: Sofitel Buenos Aires, Argentina
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 8: Sights of Argentina's “Big Apple”
Explore the city today on a guided sightseeing excursion that includes the Presidential Palace, the Teatro Colon opera house and Evita Peron’s grave in Recoleta Cemetery. Lunch at historic Café Tortoni, founded in 1858, is a real cultural treat. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy as you wish; your Tauck Director or the hotel concierge can offer suggestions!
Overnight: Sofitel Buenos Aires, Argentina
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch

Day 9: Art and Tango in Buenos Aires
Discover the art of living in Buenos Aires. Spend the morning at leisure, then join us for an inspiring afternoon at the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA), showcasing a private collection of more than 200 works by Latin American artists from the 20th century to the present. Freshen up for an unforgettable dinner with entertainment at Rojo Tango, renowned for its passionate tango performances.
Overnight: Sofitel Buenos Aires, Argentina
Meals Included: Breakfast, dinner

Day 10: Boca and Thundering Iguazú
Visit Boca, one of the city’s barrios (neighborhoods) with its own character and history. Later, board a flight bound for Iguazú Falls, one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders. Dine with a view of the falls at your hotel tonight.
Overnight: Sheraton Iguazu Resort & Spa, Iguazú, Argentina
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 11: Explore Iguazú National Park
Discover the sights in Iguazú National Park, a World Heritage Site that is home to many rare and endangered species of flora and fauna. The clouds of spray produced by the waterfall are conducive to the growth of lush vegetation here. Join us for a guided look at Superior and Inferior Circuit and Devil’s Throat, before exploring on your own. Optional boat rides, hikes or helicopter tours are available at an additional charge.
Overnight: Sheraton Iguazu Resort & Spa, Iguazu, Argentina
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 12: The Brazilian Side of the Falls
The best place to experience a panoramic view of the 275 cascades that form the mile-and-a-half Iguazú Falls is on the Brazilian side; cross over the Tancredo Neves Bridge into Brazil and take an unforgettable rainforest walk at the base of the falls. After lunch overlooking the river, fly to Rio de Janeiro for a two-night stay in a ideally located hotel overlooking Copacabana Beach; your room welcomes with ocean views.
Overnight: JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 13: Rio, Brazil’s “Carnaval” Capital
Wake up in Rio and set off by coach and rail to the summit of Corcovado, where the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer presides over truly inspiring views of the city and sea. The train takes you to Tijuca National Park en route to your hilltop destination, alive with local flora and fauna. Return to Rio for a tour of the historic downtown and enjoy a traditional Brazilian lunch. Rio’s zest for life is reflected in its passion for Carnaval, which has defined this pleasure-loving city for decades; join a local guide for a behind-the-scenes look at this festive annual celebration at Samba City. Learn how the colorful floats and costumes are created, and see a samba dance performance. A two-stage cable car ride to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain (1,390 ft.) this afternoon rewards with a bird’s-eye view of the beaches, bay and cityscapes. Join us for a farewell dinner tonight as we toast the true Essence of South America.
Overnight: JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 14: Journey Home
Tour ends: Rio de Janeiro. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from the JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro to Rio de Janeiro International Airport. Check-out time is 12:00 noon. We have reserved a hospitality room for the use of Tauck guests whose flights are later in the day. Allow a minimum of 3½ hours for flight check-in.
Overnight:
Meals Included: Breakfast

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