| 6/8/11 Days Brazil, Argentina, Peru Machu Picchu Tour |
(BRA6/BRU8/BRL11) |
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- Manaus (D)
Upon arrival in Manaus, visit The Indian Museum and the market around the port to understand all the traditional products offered by the Amazon River areas. Hotel: Tropicana or similar |
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2 - Manaus - Rio De Janeiro (B/L/D) After breakfast proceed to the pier and board the deluxe cruise ship, sail to the merging point of the Amazon River and the "Black River" Rio Negro, experience the magnificent view of the two different color of water going downstream towards the Atlantic Ocean. Later we shall walk along the forest and enjoy a traditional Indian lunch. After lunch we shall visit the hand crafts market. You may join an optional tour about how the Indian grab hold of crocodiles with their bare hands. Proceed to Rio de Janeiro afterward. Hotel: Sheraton / Intercontinental or similar |
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3 - Rio de Janeiro (B/L/D) Arrive in the morning, freely enjoy the marvelous Brazilian atmosphere. We will start the tour with a train ride to Corcovado Hill (Admission included). Corcovado hill lies just west of the city center. It is known worldwide for the 38-meter (125 ft) statue of Jesus atop its peak, entitled Cristo Redentoror "Christ the Redeemer". After lunch we proceed to the World largest soccer stadium Maracana. Visit the Nossa Senhora de Candelaria, then proceed to the famous gem center H.Stern in Rio to observe how jewelry be made. Enjoy a traditional Brazilian buffet for lunch, and then we shall walk along the famous Copacabana beach. Hotel: Sheraton / Intercontinental or similar |
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4 - Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu (B/D) Free for leisure after breakfast, and proceed to Iguassu after lunch at local restaurant. Enjoy dinner and a traditional Samba Dance Performance upon arrival. Hotel: Viale Bristol or similar |
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5 - Iguassu (B/L/D) Today, a whole day escorted walking tour to the Brazilian side of the falls through path footbridges and velvederes. 275 cascades from a mile and a half long crescent where torrents of water plunge down to the basin in cataract 230 feet high; all strategically placed to give the tourist the best view allowing you to see each and every fall. A panoramic elevator can reach the bottom of the falls. Hotel: Viale Bristol or similar |
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6** - Iguassu - Buenos Aires － Tigre － Buenos Aires (B/L/D) Fly to Buenos Aires after breakfast. "Buenos Aires" means "fair wind" in Spanish, which containing numerous of historical attractions. Head towards Tigre upon arrival; it is the starting point for a visit to the Paran? Delta. For locals and tourists alike, vintage mahogany commuter launches and motorboats are the favorite way to travel through its web of inter-connecting rivers and streams. English-style rowing clubs, countless marinas, humble dwellings and elegant mansions from the "Belle Bapoque", such as the Tigre Club, are to be seen, as well as small pensions and upscale lodges, teahouses and simple picnic sites. Afterward we return to the city and visit the Teatro Colon from outside, which is the second largest performing arts theatre in the southern hemisphere. One of the world's most famous balconies juts out of Argentina's Presidential Palace, known as the Casa Rosada. The pink building has been the scene of many a political rally, particularly during the regime of the notorious and tragic Juan and Eva Peron. Afterward we shall visit the Cementerio de la Recoleta, home to the tomb of Eva Peron, the actress married to Argentina's President Juan Peron, or wander under the magnificent facades of the downtown area, favorable for its marvelous old European buildings. More enthusiastic sightseers can take a paddleboat from the promenade in Palermo and stroll through a prolific flower garden. Hotel: Abasto or similar ** For 6-Days Brazil Highlight tour member, transfers to the airport after breakfast. (B) |
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7 - Buenos Aires － Old Ranch － Buenos Aires (B/L/D) After breakfast we travel through the Argentinean pampas on a full-day trip from Buenos Aires to a typical estancia (ranch). On your relaxing day in the Argentinean countryside, you'll enjoy a traditional asado barbecue, be entertained by folkloric songs and dances and be amazed by the gauchos' legendary horseback-riding skills. Hotel: Abasto or similar |
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8** - Buenos Aires - Lima - Cuzco (B) After breakfast take a flight to Cuzco, Peru, via Lima. In the afternoon we begin our city tour of Cuzco, the former capital city of Inca Empire. Sightseeing includes visit the Temple of the Sun, the Cathedral with its magnificent collection of gold and silver, and ancient fortress of Sacsayhuaman the Royal bath of Incas, and the amphitheater of Qenko and Tambomachay. Evening at your own leisure to stroll along the quaint streets of Cuzco. Hotel: Eco Inn or similar ** For 8-Days Brazil, Argentina Highlight tour member, transfers to the airport after breakfast. (B) |
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9 - Cuzco － Machu Picchu － Cuzco (B/L) Take a train ride to Machu Picchu after breakfast. It is a pre-Columbian 15th-century Inca site located 2,430 metres (7,970 ft) above sea level. It is situated on a mountain ridge above the Urubamba Valley in Peru, which is 43 miles northwest of Cusco and through which the Urubamba River flows. Most archaeologists believe that Machu Picchu was built as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti (1438-1472). Often referred to as "The Lost City of the Incas", it is perhaps the most familiar icon of the Inca World. Since the site was never known to the Spanish during their conquest, it is highly significant as a relatively intact cultural site. Machu Picchu was declared a Peruvian Historical Sanctuary in 1981 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, and was voted one of new Seven Wonders of the World. After tour of the site we shall enjoy a buffet lunch down the hill, before heading back to Cuzco by train. |
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10 - Cuzco - Lima (B/L/D) After breakfast take a flight back to Lima, and begin our city tour upon arrival, includes a visit of Lima's most imposing colonial churches and mansions, such as the Government Palace, the Plaza Mayor, also the 17th century San Francisco Monastery and Plaza de Armas. |
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11 - Lima － Tour Ends (B) After hotel breakfast, continue our city tour to Miraflores, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean. Last stop is to the Indian Market for some handicrafts and souvenirs. Tour ends afterward and we shall then proceed to the airport. |
| Remarks For pricing and detailed itinerary, please download the pdf formatted file on the left. Due to differences of departure date, the above order of itinerary may be adjusted accordingly. Tour fare includes: All air fares within South America, Meals as indicated on itinerary Tour fare excludes: Air fares to and from Home city, All personal expenses and optional tours, Travel Insurance, Tips to driver and tour guide (Suggest US$10/person/day) |
