South America Brochure - Natural Focus Safaris

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South
America
MEXICO, CENTRAL AMERICA & Antarctica
2016/17
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ntoxicating in its beauty and variety,
the lands of Central and South
America stretch from the vivid colours
of the tropics to the brilliant white and
black palette of icy Patagonia. You can
cruise along Amazon rivers or around
the Galapagos Islands, both teeming
with strange, exotic creatures. You
can explore historic towns, dance the
tango, taste tapas and drink fine wine
in the shadow of the Andes. Aspiring
archaeologists will love the pyramids and
temples of ancient civilisations, whilst
adventurers can choose to walk beneath
glaciers, kayak around ice bergs, or trek
along mysterious and ancient pathways.
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Guatemala City
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This is an enormous continent and we suggest
you don’t try to do too much. We recommend
a 3 week stay visiting just 2 or 3 countries, and
our experienced consultants can tailor-make
the perfect itinerary for you.
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This year’s brochure features cultural
experiences, wildlife and rainforest lodges,
Amazon cruises, Patagonia cruises, Galapagos
cruises and a wide range of gorgeous
accommodation to create a wonderful,
personalised itinerary. Some new additions for
2016 include the luxurious Cattleya riverboat
exploring the Peruvian Amazon (p25), and an
exciting 4 day train journey crossing Ecuador
and taking in the death-defying Devil’s Nose
track (p33). We have some new boats in the
Galapagos (p37-43) and in Mexico a unique
8 day Yucatan adventure (p95), as well as a
chance to experience the Day of the Dead (p93).
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Call our experienced consultants to
discuss your travel plans, or contact your
travel agent.
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SOUTH PACIFIC
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Call us now on (03) 9249 3777 or
1300 363 302 (interstate callers).
Fax: (03) 9696 4937
E-mail: [email protected]
Web:www.naturalfocussafaris.com.au
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Cusco (Peru)
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Easter Island
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Galapagos Islands
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Georgetown (Guyana)
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Guatemala City (Guatemala) 11 23
Havana (Cuba)
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Iguazu Falls (Argentina/Brazil) 22 31
La Paz (Bolivia)
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Lima (Peru)
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Managua (Nicaragua)
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Mexico City (Mexico)
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Quito (Ecuador)
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Rio De Janeiro (Brazil)
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Let the sights of South
America come to you.
Natural Focus Safaris, wilderness your way.
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Tailor-Made, Luxury Tours & Cruises
atural Focus Safaris is a specialist tour
company focusing on personalised itineraries
to iconic wildlife and wilderness destinations. We
are Australia's oldest independently owned travel
company, and for over 30 years with our parent
company African Wildlife Safaris, have built up
an enviable reputation for our in-depth expertise
and professionalism. Our dedicated staff are all
passionate travellers who between them have
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travelled to all our destinations, including South
and Central America. Covering such a vast
region, travel to South and Central America can
seem a little daunting. That is where our expert
team of specialised advisers can help. With
their hands-on knowledge, they will help custom
design the perfect itinerary, cruise or wilderness
adventure that fulfills the South and Central
America experience you’re dreaming of.
Style of Trip & Accommodation
HistorY and CulturE
Street market, Cusco
© Luis Gamero/PromPeru
Rail Tours
The Vistadome Train
Wilderness Tours/Hiking
Perito Moreno glacier in Argentina
© Shutterstock
Questions to Ask
A
successful itinerary needs your
involvement. The more we know
about what you want from your visit the
easier it will be to help you design your
perfect holiday. Here are some of the
key questions to consider:
•
Do you have a preference for a
particular region – for example
Patagonia, Galapagos, the Andes or
the Amazon Rainforest?
•
What time of year do you wish to
travel?
•
How much time do you have
available?
•
How many people are travelling
(any children)?
•
Do you have any particular interests
eg. wildlife, adventure activities,
history?
•
Do you have an approximate budget?
•
Are you planning to travel anywhere
else during this holiday?
•
Do you prefer a particular style
of travel eg. five-star, adventure
camping, cruising or a combination?
•
Would you consider paying more
for a high-end experience and extra
amenities eg. private tour guide,
luxury accommodation, select small
group experiences?
Wildlife & Rainforest Lodges
Napo Wildlife Centre
© Peru Rail
Amazon River Cruises
© Napo Wildlife Centre
Galapagos Cruises
For assistance please call our
experienced consultants on
(03) 9249 3777 or 1300 363 302 or
contact your travel agent.
Aqua Aria Amazon
M/C Ocean Spray
© Aqua Expeditions
Patagonia Cruises
Up-close Patagonia wildlife experience
City & Town Hotels
© Australis
Country Hotels, Hosterias
& Posadas
Hotel Eolo
© Eurotur
© Haugan Cruises
Sofitel Rio de Janeiro
© Sofitel
Fazendas, Haciendas
& Estancias
Hacienda San Jose Cholul
© Hacienda San Jose Cholul
Ancient Mayan pyramid, Chichen Itza, Mexico
© Shutterstock
BEFORE YOU BOOK
The information contained in this
brochure was correct at the time of
publication. Since then, however, changes
beyond our control could have occurred.
Please refer to our Booking Conditions
on page 107, in particular with respect to
prices, itineraries, tour duration, standard
of services, tour content, airfares and
airline schedules. Before you book please
check with your travel agent or Natural
Focus Safaris to ascertain if there are any
alterations to the tour you have selected.
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The endangered Golden Lion Tamarin
Blue-footed Booby, Galapagos
© Luciano Candisani
Conservation
A
GOLDEN TAMARIN CONSERVATION
s a specialist tour company
focusing on the wildlife and
wilderness of South America,
Antarctica, the Arctic, Africa, Bhutan,
Canada & Alaska and India, Natural
Focus Safaris is committed to helping
preserve the natural environment. Over
the years we have made significant
contributions to conservation
societies and research projects in the
destinations we visit through our policy
of giving clients the opportunity to
contribute $8 (or more) per person
which we then match dollar for dollar.
We don't charge an administration
fee so 100% of contributions go to
the nominated conservation project.
Featured here are some of the projects
we and our clients have contributed to.
Golden Lion Tamarins are making a rebound
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© Shutterstock
© Shutterstock
Just a few decades ago the squirrel-sized Golden
Lion Tamarin monkey was critically endangered
and reduced to a mere 200 animals in the wild.
A conservation effort was begun to save the
tamarin with a breeding program and initiatives
to preserve their habitat in the Atlantic coastal
rainforests of south-eastern Brazil. Their number
has now rebounded to about 1600 and the Golden
Lion Tamarin is an international symbol of success
in conservation. If you would like to visit the
tamarins please see our tour on page 77.
GALAPAGOS CONSERVANCY
The Galapagos Conservancy (GC) is dedicated
exclusively to the long-term protection of the
Galapagos Islands and works in partnership
with the Charles Darwin Foundation and the
Galapagos National Park. Its work has resulted in
the eradication of donkeys, pigs and goats from
many of the islands and the restoration of the
eco-system. One of their most recent projects
is Project Pinta: Re-tortoising Pinta Island. For
more information please see: www.galapagos.org
Galapagos Tortoise, the world’s largest
© Shutterstock
Pristine natural environments
© Shutterstock
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Our South America Specialists
ur specialist team of consultants have travelled extensively in South America. Based at our office in South Melbourne, they have
the knowledge to help you design the perfect holiday to suit your style and budget.
Stephen Cameron
Company founder and
CEO Steve Cameron has
visited much of South
America, and twice
travelled from southern
Argentina to Antarctica.
A wildlife enthusiast and
photographer, Steve loves
the animals and landscapes
of the Amazon Rainforest,
Patagonia, the Atacama
Desert and the Galapagos
Islands. He recently
travelled to a remote
lodge in Brazil’s Pantanal
to photograph jaguars.
Steve has also travelled
extensively in Africa, India,
Canada and Alaska.
Taleen Gaidzkar
Taleen has been in the
travel industry for over
30 years and is one of
our most experienced
travel consultants. She has
travelled the world but
loves discovering the South
American wilderness. Taleen
has hiked the Inca Trail,
the 'W Trek' at Torres
Del Paine, journeyed from
Bolivia's salt flats to Chile's
Atacama Desert, sailed
down the Amazon, cruised
the Galapagos, the Chilean
fjords and Cape Horn,
visited Easter Island and
voyaged to Antarctica. Most
recently she visited Panama,
Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
Anne-Marie Zambelli
General Manager of
Natural Focus Safaris
and with over 30 years'
experience in the travel
industry, Annie loves
the great wildlife and
wilderness areas of the
world. She has visited
Argentina, Chile and
Ecuador, including cruising
the Galapagos Islands
and getting up-close to
penguins and iguanas.
She has also explored
the beautiful Ecuadorian
highlands, escorted a group
of clients to Antarctica,
and is an expert on Africa
and India.
Praful Albuquerque
Our Sales & Marketing
Manager, Praful has had an
impressive 35 year career
in the travel industry. He
has travelled widely in
South America including
Argentina, Brazil, Chile,
Peru, & Ecuador. He
has enjoyed cruising the
Galapagos, exploring the
Amazon waterways on
the Aria Amazon, staying
at remote jungle lodges
and jaguar tracking in
the Pantanal. He has also
cruised to Antarctica and
crossed the Antarctic
Circle.
Kate Witton
During her 20-plus years
in the travel industry Kate,
our Reservations Manager,
has travelled extensively
in South America. She
has cruised the Amazon,
trekked the Inca Trail and
mountain biked in Bolivia.
Kate has visited Argentina,
Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and
Chile. A highlight of her
South American adventures
has been swimming with
seals and turtles in the
Galapagos Islands. Most
recently Kate cruised
to Antarctica and also
explored Chile's Atacama
Desert.
Sara Cameron
Co-founder of NFS, Sara
has travelled to Chile,
Brazil, Peru, Argentina,
Antarctica, Ecuador and
the Galapagos Islands. Most
recently she has explored
Chile’s spectacular Torres
del Paine and the rugged
landscapes of the Atacama
Desert. A wildlife lover,
Sara has also travelled
widely in Africa and Canada.
Leticia Meira Maia
Born in Brazil, Leticia is
an expert on her own
country having travelled
the length and breadth of
it before venturing further
afield into Chile, Peru
and Argentina. At the top
of her list of favourite
destinations is Peru, for its
history and monuments,
the north-east of Brazil
for beautiful beaches and
amazing seafood, and
Rio – a vibrant city with
something for everyone.
Leticia would love to travel
to Costa Rica, Mexico and
the Galapagos Islands.
Natasha Redondo
Tash spent 6 months
exploring Brazil, living like
a Carioca (local) in Rio,
cruising up the Amazon and
sunbathing in Ilha Grande.
She’s also visited the
surreal Atacama Desert,
Patagonia and Santiago in
Chile, the historic cities of
Colonia and Montevideo
in Uruguay, as well as
Buenos Aires in Argentina.
A well-travelled music buff,
Tash believes that Brazil’s
nightlife and intoxicating
rhythms are amongst the
best in the world.
Angelica Sirenko
Born in Mexico, Angelica has
over 10 years experience
as a Central and South
America specialist working
in Mexico, New Zealand and
now Australia. Angelica’s
favourite South American
adventure so far has been
travelling overland from
Chile to Peru including the
Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
More recently, Angelica has
visited Colombia, mainland
Ecuador and the Galapagos
Islands, Argentina and
Brazil, the latter which she
considers her favourite
country in South America.
Rolf Huber
Having worked for various
airlines, Rolf has travelled
all over South and Central
America, and believes this
region has a cultural flavour
like no where else in the
world. The Caribbean gets
a special mention for its
beauty, while Buenos Aires,
Rio de Janeiro and San
Salvador rank amongst his
favourite cities.
The inside pages of this
brochure are printed on
PEFC certified paper.
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Tailor-Made Itineraries
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e are experts in tailor-made travel, and design itineraries for individual travellers and private groups. Below are three sample
itineraries which include some of South America’s most popular destinations. Prices will vary depending on the standard of
accommodation you choose, the season in which you are travelling and the mode of travel. Our experienced sales team have all travelled
widely on the continent and they can help you design the perfect itinerary to suit your style and budget. Please call us on 1300 363 302 or
(03) 9249 3777, or email [email protected] or ask your travel agent.
OPTION 1:
PERU & ECUADOR
22 days/21 nights
OPTION 2:
CHILE/ARGENTINA/BRAZIL
21 Days/20 Nights
OPTION 3:
Peru/Bolivia/Chile
21 days/20 nights
Highlights: Cusco, Machu Picchu,
Galapagos cruise, Amazon eco-lodge.
Highlights: Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno,
Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Rio, Parati.
Highlights: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu,
Lake Titicaca, Salt Flats, Atacama Desert.
Galapagos Islands
Quito
Lima
Rio de Janeiro
Amazon
Iguazu
Guyaquil
Parati
Machu Picchu
Sacred Valley
Cusco
Lake Titicaca
Puno
La Paz
Salar de Uyuni
Buenos Aires
Lima
OPTION 1
Machu
Picchu
Atacama
Desert
Santiago
Cusco
Santiago
OPTION 2
El Calafate
Punta Arenas
OPTION 3
Santiago
Option 1 Itinerary
Option 2 Itinerary
Option 3 Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1
Day 1
Arrive Santiago and transfer to hotel
Arrive Santiago and transfer to hotel
Arrive Lima and transfer to hotel
Days 2/3Fly to Cusco and transfer to Sacred
Valley for 2 nights
Days 2-5Fly to Punta Arenas and transfer to
Torres Del Paine lodge for 4 nights
Days 2/3Fly to Cusco and transfer to the
Sacred Valley for 2 nights
Day 4
Days 6/7Drive to El Calafate for 2 nights with
visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier
Day 4
Days 8-10Fly to Buenos Aires. city tour, tango
show and dinner
Days 7/8Train to Puno for 2 nights.
Cruise Lake Titicaca
Day 11Fly to Iguazu, tour of falls
Days 9/10 Transfer to La Paz for 2 nights
Day 15Fly to Quito, historic capital of
Ecuador
Day 12Drive to Brazil side, tour of falls,
overnight Das Cataratas Hotel
Days 11-14Fly to Uyuni for 4 nights in the
Salt Flats and Altiplano
Days 16-18Fly to Amazon Eco-lodge (3 nights)
Days 13-15Fly to Rio, favela tour, dinner and
samba show
Days 15-17Transfer to Atacama Desert for
3 nights
Days 16/17Drive to Parati, boat trip to islands.
Parati hotel
Day 18
Day 18Drive to Rio, fly to Santiago and
transfer to hotel
Day 21
Machu Picchu
Days 5/6Cusco
Day 7
Fly Cusco/Lima/Guayaquil in Ecuador
Days 8-14Fly to Galapagos Islands and
commence 7 night cruise
Day 19Fly back to Quito, connect to
Santiago (night flight)
Days 20/21Inflight to Sydney
Day 22
Arrive Australia
Days 5/6 Train to Cusco for 2 nights
8
Fly to Santiago for 1 night
Days 19/20 Inflight to Sydney
Days 19/20Inflight to Sydney
Day 21
Train trip to Machu Picchu
Arrive Australia
Arrive Australia
Independent experiences
for the discerning traveller.
Natural Focus Safaris is a division of the family-owned African Wildlife Safaris,
established over 30 years ago. Since 2000, Natural Focus Safaris has organised
dream holidays for clients to great wilderness destinations in South and
Central America, Antarctica, the Arctic, Canada, Alaska, India, Sri Lanka,
Nepal and Bhutan.
Share the wonders of the Galapagos
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Family
Adventures
outh America is a great destination
for children, with exciting wilderness
areas like the Amazon rainforest,
Patagonia, the Atacama Desert and
the Galapagos Islands. There are also
interesting cultural and archaeological
sites, such as Cusco, Machu Picchu and
Lake Titicaca in Peru. Visit an estancia
(ranch) in Argentina and experience
the gaucho (cowboy) way of life, or take
them to San Pedro in the Atacama
Desert and hike, horseride or mountain
bike with an experienced guide.
We are experts in arranging itineraries
for families and small groups. The
owners of Natural Focus Safaris, Steve
and Sara Cameron, put their experience
to the test during their sons’ teenage
years by organising a number of family
tours for friends to South America,
Africa and Antarctica. There are so
many options to choose from so call our
experienced travel consultants to discuss
an itinerary.
Creating lifetime memories
We believe that to fully experience a country, its wildlife, its culture and its
natural beauty, you need to take your time and travel on your own terms. So
rather than selecting a pre-packaged tour which may be rushed, inflexible and
potentially full of incompatible personalities, we work with you to create a
bespoke experience incorporating places you have to see, things you want to
do and accommodation that suits your style and budget.
We pride ourselves on our ability to tailor a truly unique journey that immerses
you in some of the planet’s most spectacular places. Our philosophy is not
just about putting together “a trip” – it’s about creating your ultimate travel
experience. Expect expert guides, small groups, personalised itineraries and all
the security that booking with a reputable, accredited travel company entails.
Testimonials
Don't just take our word for it. Here is what some of our clients have to say:
"There is so much to see in South America and we only just scratched the surface. Spending
time with our daughter was, of course, an added bonus. All the accommodation was lovely and
everything went as per itinerary. Patagonia in winter is so beautiful. We trekked through snow
and there was plenty to see and do. There were so few other tourists at the time which made it
even better. Thanks for all your assistance in planning our holiday." – James & Vicki Sykes
"We returned from our trip to South America last night after an outstanding 3 week holiday.
We had no problems with flights, accommodation, guides or anything else for that matter.
Everything went to plan and we had a fantastic time. Thank you for putting our trip together
- great planning results in great trips. This was our third time travelling with Natural Focus
Safaris and we will certainly be using you again. Well done!" – David & Wendy Graham
"Natural Focus organized an amazing ‘bucket list’ South American experience for us over
3 weeks. After an incredible time in Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu staying in
extraordinary hotels, we spent eight days on a luxurious small boat with great staff touring
the Galapagos Islands. Every day brought new close up encounters with exotic wildlife both
on land and in the water. The Galapagos exceeded all our expectations. Finally, we spent a
few days at an eco-lodge on Ecuador’s Napa River where we saw exotic birds, monkeys, bats
and a sloth and were awed by the diversity of life in the jungle." – Nick Redgrave
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Unforgettable Amazon family adventure
© Advantage Travel
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Magn
peru
Peru is a mysterious land of ancient Inca
ruins, flamboyant Spanish architecture,
snow-covered mountains and lush
Amazon jungle teeming with spectacular
fauna and flora. Visit the ancient Inca
capital of Cusco and travel by train
along the beautiful Sacred Valley to the
Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Witness
the mysterious Nazca Lines, sail to
the floating islands of Lake Titicaca or
explore Baroque churches in Cusco and
Arequipa.
Highlights
Machu Picchu, “Lost City of the Incas”;
captivating Cusco; famous Inca Trail; ancient
civilisations of the Northern Kingdoms;
mysterious Nazca Lines; wildlife rich Ballestas
Islands; Amazon rainforest lodges; Lake
Titicaca; Andean scenery of Colca Canyon.
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Climate
The dry season (May-Oct/Nov) is the best
time to visit with sunny days and cool nights.
ificent Machu Picchu
It was always a dream of mine to go to Machu Picchu.
I had no idea how wonderful this
experience would be.
Seeing the stupendous Machu Picchu is
something I will never forget.
Anna Polzot
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PERU • LIMA CITY STAYS
Plaza de Armas, Lima
© Shutterstock
Lima City Stay
E
3 days/2 nights
xplore Peru’s dynamic capital,
a fascinating city of contrasts from
colonial architecture and pre-Incan
pyramids to modern shopping centres
and world class restaurants. Visit
historic churches and museums, sample
fine local cuisine and experience a
vibrant culture.
Accommodation
Price per person to 22 Dec:
Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel
(City View Junior Suite)
Hotel B (Standard Room)
Country Club Hotel (Grand Class Rm)
Casa Andina Private (Superior Room)
Sonesta El Olivar (Standard Room)
Hotel Atton San Isidro* (Std Room)
Dazzler Lima (Classic Room)
TwinSingle
$1019$2011
$979
$839
$613
$553
$551
$505
$1929
$1657
$1199
$1081
$1077
$985
*Rates valid only for weekday stays (Mon-Thu).
Weekend rates available on request.
Hotel B
This exquisite boutique hotel exudes a luxurious
historic atmosphere, whilst mixing contemporary
art and ancient Peruvian sculptures, paintings and
antiques. Featuring 17 uniquely decorated suites
all with air conditioning and Wi-Fi, the hotel also
has a fantastic restaurant onsite.
Country Club Lima Hotel
The elegant Country Club Hotel was built in
1927 and is considered a national monument. Its
83 rooms are decorated with a stylish mixture of
classical and Peruvian colonial artwork. The hotel
has a pool, fitness centre, 2 bars and a restaurant
serving Peruvian and international cuisine.
TwinSingle
Gastronomic Tour (Scheduled)
$220$220
Half day Larco Museum Tour (Pvt w/lunch) $251 $399
Belmond Miraflores Park
This luxurious hotel is located in an exclusive
residential area and is renowned for its breathtaking
views of the Pacific Ocean. It features 89 elegant
suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa, fitness centre, a
modern executive lounge and rooftop pool.
Hotel Atton San Isidro
Located in the capital's financial centre, this
hotel combines modern architecture with rustic
elegance. It features 252 rooms with Wi-Fi,
a swimming pool and restaurant offering Peruvian
and international cuisine.
OPTIONAL TOURS
Belmond Miraflores Park rooftop pool
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© Hotel B
Casa Andina Private Collection
With its stylish contemporary design, cuttingedge technology and ideal location, Casa Andina
Private Collection is the top of its class in every
aspect. It offers 148 luxury rooms and suites,
pool, gym, free Wi-Fi internet, restaurant, bar
and cafe.
Sonesta el Olivar
A comfortable modern hotel located in the
attractive business and residential district of San
Isidro, with easy access to boutiques, shopping
centres, restaurants and nightlife. This hotel
has 134 rooms, a swimming pool and onsite
restaurant.
Price per person includes: Private airport/hotel arrival
and departure transfers (day), 2 nights accommodation with
breakfast and private half day colonial and modern city tour.
Hotel B standard room
Country Club Lima Hotel
© Country Club Lima Hotel
Dazzler Lima
Offering a range of rooms and suites the Dazzler
Lima is a modern high-rise hotel in the Miraflores
area of the city. Rooms have a host of amenities
including LCD TV, coffee maker, safe, minibar,
free Wi-Fi access and hairdryer. The hotel has an
outdoor pool and sun terrace, sauna, gym room,
restaurant serving traditional cuisine and bar.
Experience a classic ceviche seafood dish
© Belmond
© PromPerú
Nazca, Ica, Ballestas Islands, AREQUIPA • PERU
Nazca Lines
© Heinz Plenge Pardo/PromPerú
Nazca, Ica &
Ballestas Islands
4 days/3 nights
Hotels
Departs daily ex Lima
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec:* Twin Single
Option A
$4045$7563
Option B
$3945$7337
Colca Canyon
© PromPerú
Day 3
Paracas
Enjoy a morning excursion to the Ballestas Islands
and an afternoon at the Paracas National Reserve,
a refuge for fur seals, Humboldt penguins and
many other birds. Overnight in Paracas. B
Day 4Tour ends Lima
Morning visit to Pachacamac, an ancient Incan
complex of palaces, plazas and temples before
returning to Lima by road. Tour ends. B
Arequipa &
Colca Canyon
5 days/4 nights
Hotels
Departs daily ex Arequipa
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec:* Twin Single
Option A
$2780$4960
Option B
$1851$3285
A Casa Andina Nazca/ Las Dunas/Libertador
B Casa Andina Nazca/ Las Dunas/Double Tree
A Libertador Arequipa/ Las Casitas del Colca
B Casa Andina Private/ Colca Lodge
*Prices not valid for special events such as Easter,
Independence day, Christmas and New Year's.
*Prices not valid for special event such as Easter,
Independence day, Christmas and New Year's.
Price per person includes: Private transfers, 3 nights
accommodation at selected hotels, meals and sightseeing
with English speaking guide as per the itinerary, entrance
fees and flight over the Nazca Lines.
Price per person includes: Private airport/hotel transfers in
D
iscover the mysterious Nazca Lines
from the air and taste the local wine
at Ica. Explore the ruins of Cahuachi and
Pachacamac and view wildlife at Paracas
and on the Ballestas Islands, famous for
their sea lions colonies and penguins.
Day 1
Nazca
Depart on the drive to Nazca (approx. 8hrs) by
private car. Enjoy remainder of day at leisure.
Overnight in Nazca. L
Day 2Ica
This morning transfer to local airport for flight
over the Nazca Line. Afterwards, drive to the
west of Nazca to see the ruins of Cahuachi, once
a major ceremonial centre off Nazca culture.
Continue to Antonini museum, then afternoon
drive to Ica. Overnight in Ica. BL
Arequipa, 4 nights accommodation at selected hotels, meals
and private guided sightseeing as per itinerary, entrance fees.
Quito
Coca
ECUADOR
Na
COLOMBIA
po
Guayaquil
R.
Iquitos
Amazon
R.
Talara
El Candelabro, Paracas
Trujillo
Parque Nacional
Huascarán
Callao
Lima
© Marcus Visic
Pucallpa
PERU
BRAZIL
Parque Nacional
Huancayo Manu
Machu
Sacred Valley
Picchu
Paracas
Cusco
Ica
PACIFIC
Lake
BOLIVIA
OCEAN Nazca
Titicaca
Colca
Canyon
Puno
Nazca, Ica & Ballestas Islands
Arequipa La Paz
V
isit beautiful Arequipa, renowned
for its colonial churches and graceful
mansions built from white volcanic stone.
Then travel through stunning scenery and
picturesque villages to the Colca Canyon,
one of the deepest canyons in the world.
Day 1 Arequipa
Arrive Arequipa and transfer to your hotel.
Afternoon tour of Plaza de Armas, Arequipa
Cathedral, La Compania, San Francisco Church
and the 16th century Santa Catalina Monastery.
Day 2Colca Canyon
Transfer by coach to your lodge in Colca Valley. BLD
Day 3Colca Canyon
Visit to Condor Cross lookout, the picturesque
villages of Cabanaconde, Macca and Yanque and
El Mirador de Antahuilque viewpoint. BLD
Day 4
Arequipa
Visit the villages of Coporaque, Chinina, Uyu Uyu
and Ichupampa. Lunch at Chivay. Return to Arequipa
in the afternoon. B
Day 5Tour ends Arequipa
After breakfast transfer to the airport. Tour ends. B
Ballestas Islands
Plaza de Armas, Arequipa
© Shutterstock
© PromPerú
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PERU • CUSCO & MACHU pICCHU
Machu Picchu
© Shutterstock
Cusco &
Machu Picchu
6 days/5 nights
Departs Daily ex Cusco
Day 1
Sacred Valley
Arrive Cusco (3400 metres above sea level)
where you will be met at the airport and driven
directly to the low altitude Sacred Valley of
the Incas, formed by the Urubamba River. Visit
Awanacancha weaving centre.
Tour cost per person:^*Option A Option B Option C
Jan-Mar & 15 Nov-20 Dec $4453$2716$2391
01 Apr-14 Nov & 21-31 Dec $4511$2774$2451
Overnight at your selected hotel. Sacred
Valley hotels are listed on page 18.
A Belmond Rio Sagrado, Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Machu Picchu & Belmond Hotel Monasterio
B
Casa Andina Private Collection (Cusco & Sacred
Valley) & Inkaterra Machu Picchu
C Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay, El Mapi & Novotel
^This is just a sample of the hotel combinations we can
offer. Please turn to pages 16-19 to find information
about these and other hotels we have available in
Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
*Prices not valid during Inti Raymi festival (21-24 Jun 2016) and
for special event such as Easter, Independence day, Christmas
and New Year's. Single travellers prices on request.
Price per person includes: Private transfers as per itinerary,
2N at hotel in the Sacred Valley (B&B), 1N at Sanctuary Lodge
(FB) or hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo (Town) (HB), 2N at hotel in
Cusco (B&B), private half day tour of Cusco & nearby ruins incl.
entrance fees, private guided tour with lunch through Sacred Valley
to Ollantaytambo as per itinerary, first class train (Vistadome)
Ollantaytambo/Machu Picchu Pueblo/Cusco, round-trip bus trip
to Machu Pichu, one entrance fee to Machu Picchu Sanctuary, one
private guided half day Machu Picchu tour with lunch.
Casa Andina Private Collection - Sacred Valley
© Casa Andina
Day 2
Sacred Valley
During your stay in the Sacred Valley visit the
picturesque market and ruins at Pisac as well as
the ancient town of Ollantaytambo with its Incan
ruins, temples and steep stone terraces. The
town’s narrow streets and canals are unchanged
since Inca times. BL
Day 3Machu Picchu Town
Board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
Town and then take a bus trip to the ancient
Inca city of Machu Picchu, 2430 metres above
sea level. The ruins are believed to have been
built by Inca Pachacutec in the 15th century. It
was not until 1911 that the incredible ruins of
Machu Picchu were discovered, and no written
record explaining the passing of this city survives.
Guided tour of the ruins, lunch, then free time to
explore on your own. BLD
Overnight at your selected hotel. Machu
Picchu hotels are listed on page 19.
D
iscover the wonders of the Inca
Empire on this classic tour of
Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred
Valley. We explore the Urubamba
Valley with its spectacular scenery, the
picturesque market town of Pisac and
the Inca Ruins at Ollantaytambo. We
visit spectacular Machu Picchu, the “Lost
City of the Incas” and return by train to
Cusco, a living museum of history, with
magnificent buildings from the Pre-Inca,
Inca, Colonial and Republican eras.
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Machu Picchu ruins
© Shutterstock
CUSCO & MACHU pICCHU • PERU
Pisac Ruins, Sacred Valley
© Shutterstock
Day 4Cusco
Morning at leisure. Optional second visit to
Machu Picchu Sanctuary (additional cost).
If you're staying in Machu Picchu Pueblo you
will need to purchase a bus ticket to get back
to the sanctuary. Afternoon departure from
railway station at Machu Picchu Pueblo for the
train back to Cusco. Arrival transfer to your
hotel. B
Overnight at your selected hotel. Cusco
hotels are listed on pages 16-17.
Day 5Cusco
Today you will be collected from your hotel
for a half day tour of this beautiful city,
visiting the Koricancha Temple, Catedral
del Cusco and the surrounding ruins
of Sacsayhuaman fortress, Kenko and
Tambomachay. B
Day 6Tour ends Cusco
Your tour ends today with a transfer to the
airport. Extra nights may be booked at all points
on the itinerary, subject to availability. B
Belmond Hotel Monasterio Superior Room
© Belmond
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge open-air massage
© Belmond
TRAIN OPTIONS
Beautiful view of Ollantaytambo from the fortress ruins
© Shutterstock
As an alternative to the Vistadome Train
featured in this itinerary, we can substitute
with a similar journey onboard either
the luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham,
The Expedition train or on The Andean
Explorer. Each option offers a slightly
different experience for travel between
Machu Picchu Town and Cusco. Please see
page 22 for more details.
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PERU • CUSCO CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS
Plaza de Armas - Cusco
© Shutterstock
Cusco City Stay
3 days/2 nights
C
usco is one of the oldest inhabited
cities in the western hemisphere
and the historic capital of the Inca
Empire. It is a treasure trove of history
with magnificent buildings from the PreInca, Inca, Colonial and Republican eras.
Accommodation
Price per person to 31 Dec:*
TwinSingle
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas^ (Jnr Suite) $1525 $2903
Belmond Hotel Monasterio^ (Superior Rm) $1233 $2319
Casa Cartagena (LP Suite)
$897 $1645
Inkaterra La Casona (Patio Suite)
$843 $1539
Aranwa Cusco Boutique^ (Deluxe Rm) $775$1399
El Mercado (Superior Rm)
$615$1081
Novotel^^ (Standard Room)
$593 $995
Casa Andina Private (Superior Rm)
$593 $1043
Casa San Blas Boutique Hotel (Std Rm) $473 $799
Belmond Palacio Nazarenas
This exclusive Belmond property is a beautifully
restored former palace in a tranquil plaza near the
main square. The hotel features a stylish restaurant,
spa, outdoor heated pool and 55 oxygenated suites
with private bar and butler service.
Belmond Hotel Monasterio
A 400 year old former monastery, this 5-star
awarded hotel is ideally located close to Cusco’s
central square. It features 101 rooms and 21
suites, 2 elegant restaurants, a bar, a massage
suite and a beauty salon.
Casa Cartagena
This luxury boutique hotel is just 350m from
Plaza de Armas. It features 16 exquisitely
decorated oxygenated suites, butler service,
Spanish patios, gourmet restaurant, lounge and
bar. The Qoya Spa offers sauna, massage and a
range of treatments.
Inkaterra La Casona
Formerly a colonial manor house, this boutique
hotel and first Relais & Chateaux property in
Peru offers 11 suites with modern amenities all
surrounding a gorgeous courtyard.
*Prices not valid 21-24 Jun 2016 during Inti Raymi festival.
^Rates only valid Apr-Dec.
^^Rates only valid Mar-Nov.
Price per person includes: Private airport/hotel arrival and
departure transfers, 2 nights accommodation with breakfast,
private half day city tour and nearby ruins with tourist ticket.
Belmond Hotel Monasterio, Cusco
OPTIONAL CUSCO DAY TOURS
Half day Cusco City & Ruins tour
Half day Chincero Market
Half day Maras & Moray tour
Full day Pisac Market
& Ollantaytambo (Includes lunch)
© Belmond
Inkaterra La Casona
© Inkaterra
TwinSingle
Included
$125$246
$174$337
$229 $418
Further details for all tours on request.
CUSCO
Casa Cartagena
San Cristobal
Inkaterra
La Casona
Santa Teresa
El Mercado
Plaza
Plaza
de Armas
Regocijo
Aranwa
Cusco Boutique
Plaza
San San Francisco
Francisco
Train Station
for Machu Picchu
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Belmond Hotel Monasterio
The Cathedral
Casa San Blas
Boutique Hotel
Novotel
Santa Catalina
La Compania
Natural History Museum
La Merced
Casa Andina
Private Collection
Temple of
the Sun
© Belmond
Casa Cartagena LP Suite balcony
© Casa Cartagena
CUSCO CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS • PERU
The colours of Peru
Friendly locals outside the Temple of the Sun, Cusco
© Shutterstock
© Marcus Visic
Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel
This luxurious boutique hotel is located just 2
blocks from the main square. The 43 oxygenated
rooms are elegantly decorated with local art
and equipped with state-of-the-art amenities
including wireless internet.
Novotel
This historic 4 star hotel is close to the historic
heart of Cusco and has a beautiful glass covered
colonial courtyard. The hotel has 99 spacious,
ensuite rooms with Wi-Fi access and cable TV,
a restaurant and a bar.
El Mercado
Inspired by its former use as part of an old farmer’s
market, this unique boutique hotel is located in the
heart of Cusco City. It has 32 elegant rooms and
a quaint atmosphere that immediately immerses
guests in the cultural richness of Cusco and Peru.
This intimate boutique hotel is a renovated 18th
century manor house. The 93 superior rooms
and suites surround 2 interior courtyards with
balconies. There is a cosy lounge, bar and a
restaurant featuring complimentary Wi-Fi.
Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel Deluxe Room
© Aranwa
El Mercado
Casa San Blas Boutique Hotel
This hotel is a converted 18th century colonialstyle house situated in the historic artisans'
quarter of San Blas. It features 18 ensuite
rooms with handcrafted colonial furniture,
complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV, room service, a
bistro restaurant and piano bar.
© El Mercado
© Casa Andina
Altitude Sickness
Picturesque cobblestone streets of Cusco
The high altitude of Cusco (3400m),
Machu Picchu (2430m) and Lake Titicaca,
(3827m) may cause symptoms of Altitude
Sickness, such as headaches and nausea.
We recommend you spend the first few
days of your holiday at lower altitude (eg
Sacred Valley or Arequipa) to acclimatise.
© InkaNatura
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PERU • SACRED VALLEY
Beautiful Sacred Valley
© Shutterstock
Sacred Valley
Hotels
T
his beautiful valley of picturesque
villages, Inca ruins and fertile
farmland is called the Sacred Valley
of the Incas, or Valle Sagrado de los
Incas. Formed by the Urubamba River
the valley runs from the village of Pisac
with its famous market and ancient
ruins to Ollantaytambo, site of a large
Inca fortress and gateway to the Inca
Trail and Machu Picchu. Lying 500m
below Cusco the valley is a good place
to acclimatise to Peru's altitude.
Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado
Located on the banks of the Urubamba River, this
beautiful Belmond hideaway is built in the style of
an Andean village. Guests are accommodated in 21
luxurious rooms and suites, or 2 villas. The hotel
offers an open-air heated pool, restaurant, bar,
spa, and a wide range of activities.
Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay
Part of the upscale Sonesta portfolio of hotels, the
88 room Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay is located
amid lush gardens in a former monastery. The
charming ensuite guest rooms are equipped with
climate control and television. The hotel also has a
bar & restaurant offering buffet & a la carte menus.
See pages 14-15 for itinerary and prices.
ACCOMMODATION
Set over 3 hectares in the heart of the Sacred Valley
of the Incas is Casa Andina Private Collection. The
hotel is comprised of 92 traditionally furnished
guest rooms, a luxurious spa, an excellent
restaurant, domed planetarium & observatory.
Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado
Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba
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© Casa Andina
Sonesta Posada del Inca Yucay
© Belmond
© Sonesta
Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness
© Inkaterra
© Aranwa
Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba
This luxurious 36 room new Inkaterra hotel
features contemporary decor with colonial
inspiration in the heart of Urubamba Valley among
mountains and trees. Delicious meals here are
prepared with products from their organic farm.
Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness
This beautiful retreat is built within a restored
17th century hotel on the Vilcanota River just
one hours' drive from Cusco. The hotel offers
101 rooms, 14 suites, restaurants, bars, spa, a
museum, pool and jacuzzi.
Sol y Luna Lodge & Spa
Set in beautiful gardens just 2km from
Urubamba town, this intimate lodge is built
from adobe bricks, wood and stone. Guests are
accommodated in 43 rooms. The hotel has a cosy
lounge bar, a restaurant, spa and pool.
Tambo Del Inka Resort & Spa
Nestled in the Sacred Valley, just 50 minutes from
Cusco, this hotel has 128 elegantly designed and
spacious rooms with internet access, heating and
cable TV. Facilities include a restaurant serving
Peruvian cuisine and a private train station.
MACHU PICCHU & machu picchu pueblo • PERU
Llamas watching over Machu Picchu
© Michael Sliwka
Machu Picchu
T
he 15th century "Lost City
of the Incas" has one of the
most spectacular locations of any
archaeological site in the world. Perched
on a mountaintop above the Urubamba
Valley, and often swathed in mist,
Machu Picchu (meaning Old Mountain)
is 2,430m (7,979ft) above sea level.
Below the mountain is the village of
Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas
Calientes), which can be reached by rail
or road from Cusco 80kms away. A short
bus trip (30 minutes) takes visitors to
the Inca citadel itself.
The citadel is built in classic Inca
style with polished dry stone walls. It
contains a number of temples, royal
houses, roads and agricultural areas.
Once hidden in dense rainforest the
awe-inspiring site was re-discovered by
the American historian Hiram Bingham
in 1911.
ACCOMMODATION
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Situated at 2400 metres above sea level, this is
the only hotel within the sanctuary of the Machu
Picchu Inca citadel. The hotel has 29 rooms and
2 suites, two restaurants and massage therapies.
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Located in Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas
Calientes), this charming hotel offers 81 intimate
cottages set in 5 hectares of tropical gardens
with orchids and a large variety of birds. The
ruins are a 30 minute bus trip away.
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Superior Room
© Belmond
Casa Andina Classic Machu Picchu
This friendly and cozy hotel is ideally located in
Machu Picchu Pueblo, the gateway city to Machu
Picchu. The hotel’s 54 rooms are equipped with
modern amenities including a safe, cable TV,
hairdryer and heating. Hotel facilities include a
restaurant, Wi-Fi and mini-mart.
El Mapi Hotel by Inkaterra
“Smart” and “contemporary” are the defining
elements of this hotel with 130 rooms that seek to
create a place where travellers can find efficiency
and friendliness. Organic and nutritious food is
offered in the hotel.
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
© Inkaterra
Sacred Valley of the Incas
Machu
Picchu
Ruins
11
10 Machu Picchu Pueblo
9
Ollantaytambo
8
7 5 Urubamba
3 2
4
6
1
Pachar
Inc
© Casa Andina
Pisac
Chinchero
aT
rail
1 Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel
2 Inkaterra Hacienda Urubumba
3 Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay
4 Tambo del Inka Resort & Spa
5 Sol y Luna Lodge
6 Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado
7 Casa Andina Private Collection
8 Inkaterra Machu Picchu
9 El Mapi Hotel by Inkaterra
10 Sumaq Machu Picchu
11 Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Casa Andina Machu Picchu Superior Room
Poroy
Wanchaq
Cusco
Abancay & Ayacucho
Paruro
El Mapi Hotel by Inkaterra
© Inkaterra
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PERU • INCA TRAIL
Inca Trail trekking
Quechua woman dyeing llama wool
© Shutterstock
Peru's Inca Trails
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Cusco
Camping/Hotel
Tour cost per person: †
Camping/Hotel Based (Mar-Dec)
Inca Trail Classic^ #
Weaver's Way (Lares Trek) #
†
TwinSingle
$2168$2305
$2504$2733
Minimum 2 clients
^Please note the Inca Trail is closed in February
# Inca Trail Classic departs Wed. The Weaver's Way
departs selected dates. Contact us for details.
CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING:
Inca Trail Classic
This is the classic 4 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
You will need to be able to hike up to 10 hours
a day, but the spectacular views are worth the
effort. Highlights include the wonderful vista of
snowpeaks and valleys of the Huayanay massif
from Warmiwañusca Pass (4200m), the forested
Pacaymayo valley, as well as the Sayacmarca and
Winay Wayna ruins. On the last morning we arrive
at Machu Picchu with plenty of time to explore the
ruins before returning to Cusco by train.
Weaver's Way (Lares Trek)
Get off the beaten track on this trek through
varied landscapes of mountains, lakes and
valleys below snow-capped peaks. Follow
original Inca routes, visit colourful communities,
explore ancient archaeological remains and
relax in the hot springs of Lares. Includes 2
nights camping and one night in the flourishing
Incan village of Ollantaytambo before an
early train and bus ride up to Machu Picchu,
returning by train to Cusco.
INCA TRAIL INFORMATION
Price per person includes:
Inca Trail Classic - 3 nights accommodation in two-person
tents, licensed English speaking guide per 9 passengers,
camping equipment, oxygen bottle, chef and assistant,
porters to carry personal luggage, transport from Cusco to
start of the trail, Inca Trail Permit, one-way Vistadome train
ticket Machu Picchu Pueblo to Poroy, transfer Poroy train
station to Cusco, sleeping bag.
Weaver's Way (Lares Trek) - 2 nights accommodation
in two-person tents, 1 night accommodation at Casa Andina
Private Collection Sacred Valley incl. breakfast, licensed
English speaking guide per 9 passengers, camping equipment,
oxygen bottle, chef and assistant, porters to carry personal
luggage, transport to start of the trail, Vistadome train
ticket from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Pueblo and
Machu Picchu Pueblo to Poroy, transfer from Poroy train
station to Cusco, sleeping bag.
Luggage limit: 7kg including sleeping bags.
Note: Longer and shorter Inca trails available. Contact
us for details.
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Permits & Bookings: Only 500 permits
are issued each day (porters & guides
included), so early booking is essential.
Camping on the Inca Trail Classic
Machu Picchu
(2380m)
Altitude: We strongly recommend you
spend 2 days at altitude before the trek
so your body can adjust.
© InkaNatura Travel
Lares
Machu Picchu Pueblo
KM 104
Lucmabamba Wiñay Wayna
Sayaqmarka
Runkuracay
PERU
Piscacucho
KM 84
Llaqtapata
Ollantaytambo
Collpapampa
Huayraccmachay
The routes include an impressive
variety of altitudes up to 4,560m,
diverse ecosystems, and conclude with
a visit to Machu Picchu. The treks are
rated moderate so you will need to be
reasonably fit and in good health to cope
with the conditions.
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Fair Treatment Porter Policy: To
comply with this policy clients are given
a special bag for their belongings limited
to 7kg.
Hydro-electrica
eru’s famous trekking routes are
possibly the most spectacular in
the Americas. They combine beautiful
mountain scenery, lush cloud-forest,
subtropical jungle, and of course,
stunning Inca ruins. The Machu Picchu
Sanctuary is populated by over 300
species of orchid and 423 species of
birds including hummingbirds and the
Andean Condor.
© Marcus Visic
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Railway
Sealed Road
Inca Trail Classic
Weaver’s Way (Lares Trek)
Salkantay Lodge Trek
Poroy
Wanchaq
Cusco
(3353m)
Mountain Lodges of Peru • PERU
Salkantay Lodge Trek to Machu Picchu
© Mountain Lodges of Peru
Salkantay Lodge
Trek to
Machu Picchu
7 days/6 nights
Departs ex Cusco
Lodges/Hotel
Tour cost per person:
01-31 Mar & 01 Nov-14 Dec
01 Apr-31 Oct & 15-31 Dec
TwinSingle*
$4985 $7477
$5770 $8654
Guaranteed departures with a minimum of 2 guests
*Single room cost - reduced price if single is willing to share.
Price per person includes: All services and transportation
from pick up in Cusco on Day 1 to drop off in Cusco on
Day 7. Five nights in lodges and one night in 4 star hotel in
Machu Picchu Pueblo, meals with non-alcoholic drinks as
per itinerary, bilingual guide, transportation of personal
belongings, guided visit of Machu Picchu Sanctuary (includes
entrance and transportation to the site and Huayna Picchu
permits), trains from Hydroelectric station/Machu Picchu
Pueblo & Machu Picchu Pueblo/Ollantaytambo, US$50
gratuities for service staff (excluding guides).
Day 3
Wayra Lodge, Huayracmachay
Early start for a challenging day of hiking (6 to
8hrs with hot lunch en route) with amazing views
of snow capped peaks. The highest point will be
Salkantay Pass at 4,638m. Descend to Wayra
Lodge for dinner and overnight (3,906m). BLD
Day 4Colpa Lodge, Colpapampa
Following breakfast continue descending to the
verdant jungle of the lower slopes (3-4hrs easy/
moderate). Arrive at Colpa Lodge (2,870m) on
a high plateau with panoramic views. Enjoy a
traditional Peruvian meal. Afternoon at leisure. BLD
Day 5
Lucma Lodge, Lucmabamba
Hike 5-6 hours along the Santa Teresa River
valley through rural villages and banana, avocado
and coffee farms. Enjoy a hot picnic lunch before
following the Llactapata Inca Trail via an organic
coffee plantation to Lucma Lodge (2,135m) set in
an avocado orchard. BLD
Price excludes: Alcoholic beverages, sports drinks, bottled
water, optional activities, personal items and guide gratuities.
T
rek from lodge to lodge along the
ancient Salkantay Inca Trail on your
journey to the ruins of Machu Picchu. As
you traverse mountain passes with views
of towering snow-capped peaks, you
will pass through more than 15 different
ecosystems and encounter the sacred
Apu (mountain spirits) of local Quechua
communities. Hiking varies from easy to
challenging. At the end of each day you can
relax in comfortable, high quality lodges
and enjoy exquisite Peruvian cuisine.
Day 1
Salkantay Lodge, Soraypampa
Early departure by road to Marcoccasa (2.3hrs)
then commence trekking to Salkantay Lodge via the
old "Camino Real" or Royal Path (6hrs) with picnic
lunch. Mt Salkantay (6,270m) is the second most
sacred peak in Inca mythology. Settle into your
comfortable lodge (3,869m). LD
Day 2
Salkantay Lodge, Soraypampa
Acclimatisation hike (4hrs) to glacial lake
below Mt Humantay, or optional horse riding.
Afternoon at leisure. Enjoy cosy beds and great
food at the lodge (3,869m). Evening briefing. BLD
Salkantay Lodge
Lares Adventure to
Machu Picchu
7 days/6 nights or 5 days/4 nights
Departs ex Cusco
Lodges/Hotel
7 Day/6 Night Program
5 Day/4 Night Program
TwinSingle*
$4539 $5674
$3462 $4328
*Single room cost - reduced price if single is willing to share.
Price per person includes: Transportation with
pick up and drop off in Cusco, accommodation, meals,
daily activities, guided visit of Machu Picchu Sanctuary
(includes entrance & transportation to the site and
Huayna Picchu permit), guides, tips for staff at lodges
(excluding guides).
Price excludes: Beverages, optional activities, personal
items and guide gratuities.
T
his adventure begins in Pisac,
a vibrant market town and
follows the celebrated Weaver's
Way (see page 20) to the Sacred
Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu.
Trekking opportunities abound and
accommodation is in lodges.
Day 6Machu Picchu Pueblo
Trek up to Llactapata Pass for a view of Machu
Picchu Sanctuary few travellers ever see. Explore
the recently restored Llactapata Ruins then trek
back down into the valley (4-6hrs moderate/
challenging). Take a short train ride to Machu
Picchu Pueblo for a celebration dinner and
overnight at award winning hotel (1,900m). BLD
Day 7Tour ends Cusco
After breakfast board the bus for the 30 minute
ride to Machu Picchu Sanctuary for a 2 hour
guided tour of the ruins, plus free time to
explore. Return to Machu Picchu Pueblo for late
lunch. Board train to Ollantaytambo. Drive back
to Cusco where the tour ends. BL
Exploring the Sacred Valley
Lamay Lodge, Lares Trek
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PERU • Peru By rail
The Andean Explorer
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The Hiram Bingham
© PromPerú
© PromPerú
Discover Peru By Rail
ravel to Peru's spectacular scenic and historic wonders on board one of Peru Rail's excellent trains. Each is an unforgettable
experience in itself, whether you take the romantic Hiram Bingham to Machu Picchu, or the unique Andean Explorer to
mysterious Lake Titicaca. There are two other routes to Machu Picchu onboard either the Vistadome, with its large panoramic
windows, or the Expedition which is ideal for adventure travellers.
BELMOND Hiram Bingham
The Andean Explorer
This exclusive luxury Belmond service between Cusco
and Machu Picchu is considered to be one of the best rail
journeys in the world. With its distinctive blue and gold
livery, the Hiram Bingham carries up to 84 passengers. The
carriages have warm and welcoming interiors with elegant
upholstery and include 4 passenger wagons, 2 dining wagons,
an observation wagon with bar and a kitchen car.
Watch the stunning Andean landscape go by as you ride the
luxury Andean Explorer between Cusco and Lake Titicaca.
Decorated in the style of the Pullman trains of the 1920s, it offers
2 dining cars and an observation carriage. A gourmet lunch and
afternoon tea are served on board. Mentioned among The Best
Journeys by Train of the World it was also the Winner of South
America´s Leading Luxury train by World Travel Awards 2012-13.
The Vistadome
The Expedition
This first class train is one of the most popular ways to
reach or return from Machu Picchu. Panoramic windows
provide unsurpassed views of the Andean scenery and the
Vistadome offers passengers comfortable leather seating and
air conditioning. With regular departures between Cusco
(Poroy) and Machu Picchu Pueblo (Town), the train also stops
at Ollantaytambo and Urubamba in the Sacred Valley.
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The Expedition is a service designed for the traveller´s
comfort, with four passenger seats facing each other, so
you can share your experience. The Expedition train also
has panoramic windows, air conditioning and heating, and
Andean music to set the atmosphere. The service offers
flexibility by departing from both Cusco (Poroy) and the
Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo).
Lake Titicaca • PERU
Titicaca Island
Experience
V
4 days/3 nights
Hotels
Daily ex Puno
isit the highest navigable lake on earth,
with its wide horizons, mysterious Inca
burial tombs, ancient Andean culture and
the unique floating islands of the Uros. The
nearest town, Puno, can be reached by car
or onboard the ‘Andean Explorer’ train,
across the altiplano, or by plane to Juliaca
for those who do not have much time.
Apr-Dec*
Option A
Option B
TwinSingle
$1267$1881
$1115$1573
*Prices outside this date range on request.
Option A - Transfer from airport or train station to hotel in
Puno, 1 night accommodation with breakfast at Casa Andina
Private Collection Puno, boat transfer to Suasi Island, 2 nights
full board accommodation and activities at Isla Suasi, direct
transfer by zodiac and road to Juliaca airport on Day 4.
Option B - Return transfer from airport or train station to
hotel in Puno, 1 night accommodation with breakfast at Casa
Andina Private Collection Puno, boat transfer to Suasi Island,
2 nights full board accommodation and activities at Isla Suasi,
boat & road transfer to Juliaca airport via Puno on Day 4.
Day 1
Puno
Arrive Puno or Juliaca Airport and transfer to Casa
Andina Private Collection Puno for overnight.
The “floating islands” of totora reed on Lake Titicaca
© Andean Experience
Isla Suasi
Located on the only private island on Lake
Titicaca, this luxurious eco-lodge is the 106 acre
island’s only structure. The 23 guest rooms are
made of natural materials including stone, adobe
and thatch. All have panoramic lake views. The
lodge has a restaurant, bar and sauna.
Day 2
Suasi Island
After breakfast embark on a Lake Titicaca boat
excursion, and visit the Uros Indians who build
their homes on ‘floating islands’ of totora reeds.
Continue on to the island of Taquile, renowned
for its stunning scenery, historic sites and
traditional weaving. Arrive at Isla Suasi, your
home for the next 2 nights. BLD
Lake Titicaca lies at an altitude of 3,827m,
which can cause symptoms of Altitude
Sickness, such as headaches and nausea.
We recommend you acclimatise first at
an intermediate altitude such as in the
Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu or Arequipa.
TwinSingle
$1984 $2495
Price per person includes: Return transfers Puno/lodge,
3 nights full board accommodation, hotel activities and
excursions with an English-speaking guide.
Day 3
Suasi Island
Today is at leisure. The island offers many
activities including nature walks, canoeing or
motorboat tours on the lake, sunset hikes and
star gazing. Suasi also has a small museum and
library where you can learn about the topography
of Lake Titicaca, its history and culture. BLD
Titilaka lounge
Day 4Tour ends
After breakfast, transfer by boat and/or road to
Juliaca airport.
Juliaca
LAKE TITICACA
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec:
King Room
ake Titicaca’s most luxurious
getaway, Titilaka is an 18-suite hotel
situated on a private peninsula. Wellappointed rooms have heated floors and
panoramic windows with lake views,
and guests can choose from a range of
guided excursions including birdwatching
in Peruvian highland forests, visits
to ancient towns brimming with
archaeological wonders and day trips to
isolated island communities. The hotel
has a restaurant and spa.
Traditional Peruvian musicians
© Casa Andina
4 days/3 nights
Departs daily ex Puno
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Casa Andina Private Collection - Puno
On the shores of Lake Titicaca, Casa Andina offers
boutique accommodation across 45 luxury guest
rooms. The hotel has its own pier and train stop
as well as a gourmet restaurant and lobby bar.
Casa Andina Puno
Titilaka
Suasi
Island
Isla Suasi
Casa Andina
Taquile
Puno
Lake
Puno
Titilaka Titicaca
BOLIVIA
Copacabana
PERU
La Paz
Titilaka bedroom view
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PERU • AMAZON CRUISING
Aqua Amazon
Delfin I Deluxe Master Suite
© Aqua Expeditions
Amazon Luxury
Voyage
8, 5 or 4 days
Luxury Cruise Ship
Departs ex Iquitos
Twin cost per person:*8D/7N 5D/4N 4D/3N
Aqua Amazon
Sat to Sat Tue to Sat Sat to Tue
Master Suite
$12493 $7139
$5354
Suite
$11954$6831 $5124
Aria Amazon Fri to Fri Mon to FriFri to Mon
Design Suite 2nd Deck $13031 $7447
$5585
Design Suite 1st Deck
$12493 $7139
$5354
* Minimum
two people. Single travellers prices on request.
Age limit: No children under 7. Child rates on request.
Price per person includes: Accommodation, all meals
while onboard, drinks (non-alcoholic, wine and beer), all
excursions, air-conditioned bus transfers to/from vessel
when arriving on recommended flights, Pacaya-Samiria
entrance fees.
Price excludes: Flights, bar and gratuities.
A
qua Expeditions offers visitors
the chance to explore the wild
northern Amazon on their signature
vessels – the Aqua Amazon and the Aria
Amazon. Combining cutting-edge design
and the latest eco-friendly technology,
these ships host guests in oversized
air-conditioned cabins with panoramic
windows and private facilities. Daily
itineraries include guided wildlife
encounters, fishing and village visits.
Sample 5 DAY itinerary
Day 1
Amazon River
Meet your guide at Iquitos airport and transfer
to your vessel. Enjoy a wonderful meal freshly
prepared as the adventure begins. D
Days 2-4On board Aqua Amazon
or Aria Amazon
Experience 3 days cruising the Amazon onboard
the luxurious Aqua Amazon or Aria Amazon.
Each day's explorations and briefings take place
en route to the magical Pacaya Samiria Reserve.
Excursions in guided skiffs on the Amazon and
its tributaries allow you to observe monkeys,
sloths, giant river otters, colourful bird species
and fishermen in canoes. There will also be
opportunities to visit local riverside communities,
take jungle walks, fish for piranha and in the
evening, view diurnal creatures including caiman,
frogs and tarantula on a spot lit night safari. BLD
Day 5Tour ends Iquitos
Morning skiff excursion (optional) before
transferring by road to Iquitos. Tour the historic
town and browse its vibrant Indian market,
before boarding your onward flight. B
Aqua Amazon
Custom built, the 40m Aqua Amazon can
accommodate 24 passengers in 12 oversized
suites complete with private bathrooms, air
conditioning and generous picture-windows.
The restaurant, lounge and observation deck
are expertly furnished to create a relaxing
environment and onboard naturalists are at hand
to explain the wonders of the Amazon.
Aria Amazon
Launched in 2011, the 45m Aria Amazon offers an
extraordinary level of comfort and sophistication
for 32 passengers in 16 spacious suites, including 4
interconnecting suites for families. The Aria has all
the features of the Aqua plus an outdoor sundeck
with jacuzzi, an exercise room, a wildlife reference
library and multimedia room. The Aria's day-today itinerary varies from the Aqua's so guests
enjoy an exclusive experience of the Amazon.
Delfin Amazon
Cruise
5 days or 4 days
Classic River Vessel
Departs ex Iquitos
Delfin I departures: 5 days/4 nights departs
Thursdays & 4 days/3 nights departs Mondays.
Delfin II departures: 5 days/4 nights departs
Wednesdays & 4 days/3 nights departs Sundays.
Tour cost per person:5D/4N
4D/3N
Delfin I
Twin Single TwinSingle
Deluxe Master Suite $7539 $11308 $6000 $9000
Master Suite
$7231 $10847 $5847 $8770
Delfin II
Master Suite
Suite
Bunk Bed Cabin
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© Aqua Expeditions
$6308 $9462
$6000$9000
$4770 $4770
$4924 $7385
$4616$6924
$3693 $3693
Age limit: No children under 7.
Price per person includes: Transfers between Iquitos
and the vessel when arriving on recommended flights, park
entrance fees, excursions, all meals onboard, non alcoholic
drinks and a selection of alcoholic drinks during meal times.
Price excludes: Flight, gratuities and other personal expenses.
C
ruise the Amazon with boutique
operator Delfin who have two luxury
river boats, the Delfin I and the Delfin
II. View unique wildlife and explore the
magnificent Pacaya Samiria National
Reserve, the world’s largest protected
flooded forest, on foot, by motorised skiff
or in river kayaks, with expert guides
before returning to your cruise boat for
pisco sours and fine Peruvian cuisine.
5 Day SAMPLE Itinerary
Day 1Onboard Delfin
Arrive 17.00 at Iquitos airport and transfer to Nauta
(1.5hrs) for boarding. Enjoy dinner and a briefing by
your guides as the cruise commences. D
Delfin I & II
Aria Amazon Suite
© Delfin Amazon Cruises
AMAZON CRUISING • PERU
Delfin II
Offering a casual elegance the 37m long Delfin II
has 14 suites with ensuite bathrooms and large
windows, including 4 master suites with king
beds and 10 suites with king or twin beds (4
interconnecting for families). There is a dining
room, observation deck with bar, sofas and
hammocks, library and a boutique with local
craft work.
4D/3N
M/V Cattleya
Twin Single TwinSingle
Jan-Dec
$5539 $9693 $4154$7270
while onboard, non-alcoholic drinks, all excursions,
transfers to/from vessel when arriving on recommended
flights, Pacaya-Samiria entrance fees.
Price excludes: Flights, bar and gratuities.
P
eru’s largest nature reserve, the
Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve,
encompasses 2 million hectares of virgin
rainforest, gorges and lakes bordered
by two large rivers – the Maranon in
the north, and the Ucayali in the south.
Experience the Peruvian Amazon’s
biodiversity up close with a cruise on the
sleek M/V Cattleya, a boutique vessel
with 4 comfortable cabins featuring
panoramic windows, king sized beds and
air-conditioning.
5 Day SAMPLE Itinerary
Day 1Onboard M/V Cattleya
Welcome to the Amazon! You are met at Iquitos
Airport for a 2-hour road transfer to Nauta.
Board the M/V Cattleya in time for an authentic
Peruvian dinner while your guide conducts a
safety briefing. D
A leisurely journey upriver takes you back to
Nauta, where a bus is ready and waiting to whisk
you to Iquitos Airport. Tour ends. BL
Note: The 4-day cruise follows a different
itinerary. Please call us for more details. All
activities are subject to change depending on
weather conditions and time of year.
M/V Cattleya Cabin
© Latin Trails
M/V Cattleya
Crafted in polished timber with two keels
for added stability, the 23m M/V Cattleya
accommodates a maximum of 10 passengers in
4 king-bedded air-conditioned cabins. Ensuite
bathrooms are furnished with a hot water shower,
quality towels, bathrobes and organic toiletries.
Enjoy pisco sours and delicious Peruvian meals on
the scenic
Quitoupper deck or soak up river sunsets
fromECUADOR
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lounge.
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Delfin I
The elegant Delfin I is 21m long and
accommodates 12 passengers in 2 Deluxe and 2
Master suites with fine wood finishes, panoramic
windows, king or twin beds, ensuite bathroom
and private terrace. Deluxe suites are slightly
larger (33m2) and have an outdoor whirlpool.
The ship has a dining room with panoramic
windows, and relaxing observation deck with
lounge and bar.
5 days/4 nights departs Saturdays
& 4 days/3 nights departs Wednesdays.
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Note: The 4 day cruise follows a different
itinerary. Please call us for more details. All
activities are subject to change depending on
weather conditions and time of year.
5 days or 4 days
Amazon Riverboat
Departs ex Iquitos
Days 2-4Onboard M/V Cattleya
Explore tributaries by skiff, making sure to have
binoculars and camera handy. This seasonally
flooded forest harbours a wealth of wildlife
including spider monkeys, giant river otters and
macaws. Capybaras are common and pink river
dolphins frequently trail the boat. In the dry season
(May-Nov), enjoy more land-based excursions.
A traditional village visit lets you practise your
Spanish and gain some insight into locals’ lives. BLD
ay
Cruise back to Nauta with lunch and a visit to the
village of Puerto Miguel enroute. Disembark and
return by bus to Iquitos Airport. Tour ends. BL
M/V Cattleya
Amazon Cruise
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Days 2-4Onboard Delfin
Take guided excursions on foot and by motorised
skiff on the waterways and lagoons. Activities
will depend on the season, with more land based
excursions during the dry season (May-Nov).
Look out for iguanas, giant otters, Squirrel
Monkeys, Red Howlers, the tiny pygmy marmoset
and myriad bird species including macaws and
hummingbirds. Go fishing for piranhas and visit a
riverside community. You will need to be active
and in good health but activities are not physically
demanding. BLD
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PERU • Rainforest Eco-Lodges
Peru Eco-Lodges
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Sandoval Lake Lodge
Lodges
Departs ex Puerto Maldonado
xperience the wonders of Peru’s Amazon rainforest
where monkeys call from high in the canopy and brightly
coloured butterflies and tropical flowers light up the shady
forest floor. Boasting extraordinary biodiversity, remote
destinations such as Manu rainforest, Sucusari Reserve and
Tambopata wilderness allow you to closely observe hundreds
of parrots and macaws at a clay lick, huge tapirs foraging on
the riverbank and giant river otters frolicking in oxbow lakes.
We have suggested 3 and 4 night itineraries here that can
be shortened or extended. However, we highly recommend
staying 5 days/4 nights for the best Amazon experience.
Price per person for all lodges on pages 26 & 27 include: Transfers by road and/or boat,
accommodation, all meals, activities and excursions at the lodge.
Sandoval Lake Lodge
Puno
Heath River Wildlife Center
Manu Wildlife Center
Arequipa
Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
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Situated in the Tambopata National
Reserve, Sandoval Lake Lodge is
reached by a leisurely motorised
canoe (35min) ride. Built using
natural materials, the lodge
overlooks the beautiful palmrimmed, wildlife-rich Sandoval Lake
and offers 25 double ensuite rooms
with electricity and fans. Naturalist
guides accompany small groups on
forest treks, lake excursions and
night walks.
Price per person:*
DepartsTwin
Sandoval Lake LodgeJan-Dec
5 days/4 nights
Daily
$1209
4 days/3 nights
Daily
$943
*Single travellers on request.
Heath River Wildlife CentRE
INKATERRA HACIENDA CONCEPCION
Accessible only by boat (5hrs)
this remote eco-lodge is the only
property along the secluded Heath
River. See one of the world’s best
macaw and parrot clay licks, lakes
with giant river otters and forests
with monkey, tapir and jaguar.
Nestled in pristine rainforest,
accommodation is in 10 ensuite
bungalows and meals are enjoyed
in a separate dining hall. Cultural
visits to an Indian village downriver
are available.
Accessible only by canoe, Hacienda
Concepcion offers adventure lovers
an exciting rainforest immersion
experience. Sitting on the edge of a
lake in the midst of 819 hectares of
wild jungle this resort consists of a
main lodge with 6 guest rooms and
19 independent cabins. Featuring
traditional Amazonian decoration
including hand-woven thatched roofs
and locally-crafted furnishings. Your
tariff includes a choice of 14 excursions
including both land and river outings.
Price per person:*
Heath River Wildlife Centre
5 days/4 nights
4 days/3 nights
Price per person:*
Hacienda Conception
5 days/4 nights
4 days/3 nights
DepartsTwin
Jan- Dec
Mon & Thu
$1508
Mon & Thu
$1164
*Private departures and single travellers on request.
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DepartsTwin
Twin
Jan-Dec
(Cabana)
(Standard Room)
Daily
$1327
$1160
Daily
$928
$812
*Supplement applies 24th & 31st Dec.
Single travellers on request.
Rainforest Eco-Lodges • PERU
Manu Wildlife Center
Reached via a combination of road (4hrs)
and shaded motor boat (3hrs) transfers, this
famous lodge has access to the world's largest
known tapir clay lick. Accommodation is in
22 thatched ensuite bungalows and facilities
include a central dining room and lounge/
bar. The surrounding rainforest is inhabited
by some 574 species of bird and 11 species of
monkey. Naturalist guides accompany guests
on excursions to a 34m-high canopy platform,
a renowned parrot and macaw clay lick and
oxbow lakes frequented by giant river otters.
Price per person:
DepartsTwin
Manu Wildlife CenterApr-Oct
5 days/4 nights
Thu $3017
4 days/3 nights
Mon $2536
Private departures and single travellers on request.
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
Remote and pristine, yet easily accessible by
riverboat, Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica is
located adjacent to the lush Tambopata National
Reserve, known as the Biodiversity Capital of
Peru. The 35 elegant, private thatched roof
cabañas feature ceiling fans, warm water showers
and low-impact electricity. Lodge facilities include
a treetop canopy bridge, massage spa, raised
walking platforms and a stunning dining pavillion.
Expert guides lead a range of excursions including
boating, canoeing as well as day and night walks.
Price per person:*
Inkaterra Reserva
Departs Twin
Amazonica (Superior Rm) Jan-Dec
5 days/4 nights
Daily
$1195
4 days/3 nights
Daily
$1094
*Supplement applies 24th & 31st Dec.
Single travellers on request.
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BOLIVIA • Lake Titicaca, PUNO & La Paz
Lake Titicaca
Spectacular Moon Valley
© John Appleyard: flickr.com/jta195
Puno to La Paz
BOLIVIA
2 days/1 night
Departs daily ex Puno
Discover the stunning scenery,
rich culture, bustling markets and
undiscovered realms of Bolivia. Explore
the breathtaking Lake Titicaca, the lofty
city of La Paz, the colourful Sunday
Market at Tarabuco near Sucre, the
medieval mines at Potosi, and Salar de
Uyuni, the world’s largest salt lake.
01 Jan-31 Dec
TwinSingle
$811 $931
Price per person includes: Road transfer from hotel in
Puno to Copacabana and from La Chua to La Paz, 1 night
Catamaran crossing in lake view cabin with private facilities,
meals and sightseeing as per itinerary.
OPTIONAL TOUR
The dry season (May-Oct/Nov) is the
best time to visit.
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec: Inca Trekking on Sun Island 3 days/2 nights
a Paz is the highest capital city in
the world (3650m) and home to
the snow-capped mountain of lllimani.
Explore this fast paced city on foot and
take time to wander through the many
lively markets.
Witches Market, La Paz
© Ian Cowe: flickr.com/iancowe
Price per person includes: Private return transfers
airport/hotel, 2 nights at selected hotel with breakfast, half
day city tour including moon valley.
Day 1
La Paz
Transfer from La Paz airport to your hotel.
Remainder of the day at leisure.
xplore mysterious Lake Titicaca
(3827m), a sacred place for the Incas,
and according to Incan mythology the
birthplace of the first Inca King, Manco
Capac. Enjoy the history and scenic
beauty as you sail across the lake, visiting
indigenous villages and Sun Island, where
legend states the "Sun God" was born.
Island of the Sun
© Chen Chiwen: flickr.com/chiwen’s
Day 2Tour ends La Paz
Visit the amazing Inti Wata Cultural Complex.
See ancient Inca artefacts, original agricultural
terraces, and the underground museum with its
displays of Andean mummies. Disembark at Chua
and continue by road to La Paz. Tour ends. LD
yali
Uca
Day 2
La Paz
Enjoy a half day city tour including the Witches
Market and Moon Valley. Overnight in La Paz. B
R.
Day 3Tour ends La Paz
Today you will be transferred to the airport. B
BOLIVIA
Cusco
Lake
Colca Titicaca
Canyon
Puno
Arequipa
Arica
Trinidad
La Paz
Cochabamba
Santa Cruz
Ororu
Sucre
Salar
Potosi
de Uyuni
Uyuni
CHILE
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BRAZIL
Cordillera Real
Huayna Potosi 6088m
Tarija
Single
$117
Day 1
Lake Titicaca
Transfer by road to Copacabana and cruise to Sun
Island. Arriving at Challapampa Village visit the
museum, the Chinkana Inca Holy Temple and the
Sacred Rock and experience a traditional Kallawaya
ceremony. Dinner and overnight on board. LD
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec: TwinSingle
Casa Grande Suites (King Suite)
$563 $1034
Stannum Boutique (Premium Rm) $509 $824
Europa Hotel (Executive Room)
$451$734
Presidente Hotel (Standard Room) $439$698
Real Plaza Hotel & Convention
Centre (Standard Room)
$409$698
PERU
Twin $136 E
La Paz City Stay
L
© Peter Hoffman: flickr.com/softvoices
PARAGUAY
La Paz locals
© Shutterstock
Catamaran on Lake Titicaca
© Transturin
SUCRE CITY STAY, SALT FLATS & LAGOONS • BOLIVIA
Colonial Sucre
Uyuni Salt Flat
© Shutterstock
Sucre City Stay
V
© Shutterstock
Salt Flats &
Lagoons
3 days/2 nights
isit Bolivia's historical capital, the
beautiful city of Sucre, protected by
UNESCO as an Historical and Cultural
Heritage of Mankind. Discover fine
colonial architecture, quaint squares,
churches and museums.
*Prices not valid during Carnival (Feb-Mar) and for
special event such as Christmas and New Year's.
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec:TwinSingle
Parador Santa Maria (Std Room)
$363$558
Hotel Samary (Std Room)
$345$522
Hostal de Su Merced (Std Room)
$309$440
Price per person includes: Airfare La Paz to Uyuni
(subject to change), 4 nights accommodation, meals and
transfers as per itinerary, services as per program with
English speaking guide and entrance fees.
airport/hotel, 2 nights accommodation with breakfast,
half day private city tour with bilingual guide and
admission fees.
isit Bolivia's central highlands and the
surreal landscapes of the Salar Uyuni,
the world's largest salt lake, stretching
for hundreds of kilometres. Explore the
picturesque city of Potosi, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, with its cobbled
streets and baroque colonial architecture.
Day 1
Sucre
Transfer from Sucre airport to your hotel.
Remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 2
Sucre
Enjoy a half day private city tour with bilingual
guide visiting the House of Freedom Historical
Museum, Textile Asur Museum, La Recoleta
Museum (am tours only), the Convent of San
Felipe de Nery (pm tours only), the facades of
the churches of San Lazaro and Santo Domingo,
the main historical monuments and Bolivar
Park. B
Day 3Tour ends Sucre
Today you will be transferred to the airport. B
OPTIONAL DAY TOUR
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec: Tarabuco Sunday Market Tour Convent of San Felipe de Nery
Twin $160 © Shutterstock
Single
$268
5 days/4 nights
Departs daily ex La Paz ends Sucre
Tour cost per person:*
01 Jan-31 Dec
TwinSingle
$3087 $5190
V
Day 3Uyuni Salt Flat/Colchani
Depart for the endless vistas of the Uyuni Salt
Flats, visiting lagoons, Galaxy Caves and Incahuasi
Island with its huge cacti. During the wet season
(Nov to Mar) the lake may be flooded and the
itinerary may be different). Overnight at Luna
Salada in Colchani at the edge of the salt flats. BLD
Day 4
Potosi
Depart via Pulacayo for Potosi, one of the
highest cities in the world, and famous for its
baroque churches, monuments and grand colonial
architecture. Overnight at Hostal Colonial. BL
Day 5Tour ends Sucre
Shared transfer from Potosi to Sucre where the
tour ends. B
Day 1Uyuni/Ojo de Perdiz
Fly La Paz to Uyuni and commence touring to
the villages of Alota and Culpina K, the mining
town of San Cristobal and the Valley of the Rock.
Overnight Hotel Tayka del Desierto in Ojo de
Perdiz. L/D
Day 2Uyuni/Ojo de Perdiz
Depart for the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna
National Reserve, crossing the Siloli Dessert
to the Red Lagoon, inhabited by 3 species of
flamingoes. Visit the emerald mirror of Green
Lagoon at the foot of Licancabur Volcano.
Overnight at Hotel Tayka del Desierto. BLD
Stunning Laguna Verde
Salar de Uyuni
© Shutterstock
© Shutterstock
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ECUADOR
Although famous for the Galapagos
Islands, mainland Ecuador also has
spectacular scenery, wildlife, history and
Andean cultures. Straddling the equator,
from which comes its name, this tiny
country is easy to explore, from the
Pacific Coast to the towering snowcapped
volcanoes of the Andes and then down
again to pristine Amazon Rainforest.
The towns of Quito and Cuenca are jampacked with rich architecture, beautiful
churches, convents, museums and
wonderful crafts.
Highlights
The wildlife-rich Galapagos Islands; UNESCO
World Heritage city of Quito; famous Indian
markets of Otavalo; stunning rainforests,
picturesque Andean scenery.
Climate
Ecuador is a year-round destination. Generally
speaking, it has two seasons, wet and dry, but
local weather patterns vary greatly depending
on geography.
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Glorious Galapagos
We spent a week sailing on a beautiful catamaran
through the Galapagos Islands, experiencing wildlife and
nature exactly as David Attenborough had described!
This truly was a
once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Jacqui & Hayden Morris
© Shutterstock
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ECUADOR • Quito & OTAVALO
Quito's Old Town
Monument of La Virgen De Panecillo, Quito
© Paúl Margraff
Quito City Stay
F
Patio Andaluz
This charming 4 star boutique hotel is in the
historic heart of Quito surrounded by churches
and museums. The hotel has 32 rooms, a bar,
patio restaurant and gift shop.
3 days/2 nights
ounded in the 16th century on the
ruins of an Inca city, historic Quito
(2850m), with its colonial churches,
plazas and boulevards is a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. Visit the Church
of La Compania, the Monastery of San
Francisco and the Old Town.
Accommodation
Casa Gangotena (Luxury Rm)
Plaza Grande (Royal Back Suite)
Patio Andaluz (Duplex)
La Casona de la Ronda (Std Room)
El Relicario del Carmen (Std Room)
Mansion del Angel (Superior Room)
Anahi Boutique Hotel (Suite)
© Shutterstock
Anahi Boutique Hotel
Anahi Boutique Hotel is situated in Quito’s
desirable Mariscal district and features 15
individually decorated suites with private facilities
and has a restaurant, bar, and wellness centre.
La Casona de la Ronda
Situated in one of the oldest streets of historic
Quito, La Casona del la Ronda offers 22 rooms and
suites with private bathroom. The restaurant serves
both local cuisine and international specialties.
TwinSingle
$1289$2490
$1077$2070
$751$1364
$735$1244
$637$1052
$619$1150
$591$1096
Hotel El Relicario del Carmen
This 18th century mansion in the heart of the old
town has been converted into a charming hotel.
The 18 air-conditioned guest rooms feature
original details and handmade furniture.
and departure transfers, 2 nights accommodation, breakfast,
private half day city & centre of the world tour.
Casa Gangotena
Opened in 2011, this lovingly restored heritage
mansion is in the heart of Quito’s old town
overlooking Plaza San Francisco. It offers 31
luxury guest suites, library, complimentary Wi-Fi
throughout, bar, restaurant and roof-top terrace
with stunning views.
Hotel Plaza Grande
Located in the heart of the historic old city, the
Hotel Plaza Grande faces Quito's central square.
There are 15 elegantly appointed suites,
2 restaurants, a wine cellar, gym and sauna.
Mansion del Angel
© Mansion del Angel
Mansion del Angel
Built in 1908, this grand colonial style mansion has
been completely restored to its former splendour.
It has 14 spacious, unique and luxurious rooms and
offers free Wi-Fi, restaurant and spa.
Otavalo Market
© Klein Tours
Optional Day Tour
Cotopaxi Day Tour with Lunch (8hrs)
Otavalo Market Tour with Lunch (8hrs)
Mindo Cloudforest Tour (8hrs)
TwinSingle
$279$448
$276$433
$228$387
Day Tours: Private transportation with services of English
speaking guide and sightseeing.
Cotopaxi National Park Day Tour
Depart early by car to the green highlands of
Cotopaxi National Park and stunning Cotopaxi
volcano (5897m). Take a short walk around the
lagoon. Lunch at a local hacienda.
Casa Gangotena - In Quito's old town
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© Casa Gangotena
Mindo Cloudforest Tour
The small town of Mindo is located only 2.5
hours outside of Quito, is a popular ecological
tourist attraction and a favourite spot for
nature lovers that want to experience Ecuador’s
cloud forest. This day tour includes private
transportation with the services of English
speaking guide, cable cars, a visit to waterfall
and butterfly garden.
SPIRIT OF THE ANDES & TREN CRUCERO • ECUADOR
Spirit of the
Andes
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Quito
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec: Private departures (Daily Mon-Thu)
Shared departures (Mon only)
Twin Single
$2797 $4617
$1688 $1865
Price per person includes: 3 nights accommodation,
entrance to museums and Cotopaxi National Park, train
journey in Alausi, meals, transfers and sightseeing as per
the itinerary.
T
his wonderful tour highlights
the best of Ecuador - amazing
volcanic mountains, local cultures and
handicrafts, archaeological sites and
historical haciendas while travelling along
Ecuador’s famed Avenue of Volcanoes.
Day 1
Patate
Depart Quito and drive towards Cotopaxi
National Park, home to the world’s highest active
volcano. After lunch descend towards the town
of Patate to spend the night at a 300 year old
hacienda hidden among the mountains. LD
Day 2Riobamba
Drive along the picturesque gorge of the Pastaza
River to the town of Banos, the "Gateway to
Amazonia". Explore the town and the nearby
Devil’s Cauldron waterfall before continuing to
ascend to Riobamba for dinner and overnight. BLD
Day 3Cuenca
Arrive in Alausi and board the Ecuadorian Railway
Company’s historic train for a short journey which
includes a thrilling 800 metre descent to the
Devil’s Nose. Visit the Inca Fortress of Ingapirca
before arriving in colonial Cuenca. BLD
Journey by train through the stunning Andean Mountains
© Tren Ecuador
Tren Crucero
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Quito or Guayaquil*
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec: Twin Single
$2231$2444
*Departs ex Quito selected Tuesdays and ex Guayaquil
selected Sundays.
Price per person includes: Transportation on board the
train, all meals on board, non-alcoholic beverages, Spanish
and English guidance, excursions as detailed in the itinerary
by bus/mini-van, accommodation in selected hotels.
Price excludes: Alcoholic beverages, meals or excursions
not detailed in the program, personal expenses and gratuities.
C
limb aboard the Tren Crucero and
soak up Ecuador’s dazzlingly varied
scenery from your elegant carriage.
The route traverses the death-defying
Devil’s Nose track, the epic Avenue of
Volcanoes and Cotopaxi National Park.
Cuenca Cathedral
© Shutterstock
Day 4Tour ends Cuenca
Explore Cuenca’s cobblestone streets passing
cathedrals and white-washed colonial mansions.
Visit the Plaza of San Sebastian, the Museum
of Modern Art, a small flower market and the
Panama hat factory before a transfer to the
airport where your tour ends. BL
Day 1
Quito
Meet at the Swissotel Quito for a bus transfer to
Otavalo. Your scenic rail journey begins aboard
a steam-powered locomotive here, travelling
north to Ibarra. Visit San Antonio’s woodcarving
workshops and enjoy a show of music and textile
weaving en route. Overnight in Quito. LD
Day 3
Bucay
Depart volcano-ringed Riobamba, stopping at
handsome Andean townships, the country’s
oldest church and a bustling indigenous open-air
market. Take on the perilous Devil’s Nose pass,
which zigzags its way down the mountains before
continuing to the regional town of Bucay. BLD
Day 4
Guayaquil
Sample chocolate at a cocoa plantation, and have
lunch at a traditional hacienda. Your train leaves a
cloud of steam as it powers through coastal plains
of banana, rice, cane and pineapple to Duran.
Transfer by road to Guayaquil. Tour ends.
Note: Itinerary also operates in reverse.
Please contact us for details.
Tren Crucero lounge
© Tren Ecuador
Day 2Riobamba
Cross the amazing Avenue of Volcanoes, and
explore Andean woodlands at Cotopaxi National
Park on foot. In the afternoon, travel to Ecuador’s
highest altitude train station (3,609m) and meet
Baltazar Ushca, the Andes’ last ice-trader. BLD
Steam-powered engine
© Tren Ecuador
COLOMBIA
Agu
arico
R.
Otavalo
Quito
Coca
Cotopaxi Volcano
PACIFIC Chimborazo
OCEAN
RiobambaP
ECUADOR
Guayaquil
Cotopaxi Volcano, the highest active volcano in the world
© Shutterstock
Nap
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as
ta
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Ingapirca
Cuenca
R.
PERU
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ECUADOR • Rainforest Eco-Lodges
Ecuador Eco-Lodges
Mashpi Lodge
3, 4, 5 or 8 days
Departs ex Quito
Lodges
Discover the natural wonders of the Amazon jungle while staying
in comfortable but low-impact eco-lodges. These lodges offer a
range of activities including guided walks through the forest to
look for tropical birds, different species of monkey, reptiles, frogs
and sloths. Float by canoe across quiet lakes, home to giant otters
or caiman (alligators), and climb observation towers into the
forest canopy for a breathtaking bird's-eye view.
Climate: The Amazon is hot and humid and rain can be expected
at any time. Average temperatures range from 20ºC to 28ºC. In
Ecuador the rainforest is drier Nov to Feb and wettest Jun to Sep.
Price per person for all lodges on pages 34 & 35 includes: Return transfers as follows:
Napo, La Selva and Sacha: air/road/canoe transfer from Quito airport to lodge; Mashpi
Lodge: road transfers Quito main hotels to lodge; Kapawi Lodge: road/light aircraft transfers
Quito main hotels to lodge; English speaking guide; activities and excursions; full board
accommodation; non-alcoholic drinks (Mashpi only); park fees (Napo & Kapawi only); loan of
rubber boots in average sizes approx. EU 34 to 47, and ponchos.
Price excludes: Drinks and gratuities, park fees when visiting Parrot Clay Lick (La Selva &
Sacha), Community Project entrance fee (Sacha), activities outside the reserve (Mashpi).
Otavalo
1
Quito
Cotopaxi N.P.
PACIFIC
OCEAN
Chimborazo
COLOMBIA
Agu
arico
R.
5
3
Coca
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R
o
4
ap
N
Riobamba
P
ECUADOR astaza
Guayaquil
1
2
3
4
5
Nap
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Ingapirca
Cuenca
R.
2
Mashpi Lodge
PERU
Kapawi Eco-Lodge & Reserve
Napo Wildlife Center
La Selva Amazon Eco-Lodge
Sacha Lodge
Kapawi Eco-Lodge & Reserve
Reached by road and light aircraft
transfer, this renowned Eco-lodge
was created in collaboration with the
local Achuar Indians and built without
using a single metal nail. Guests are
accommodated in 20 comfortable
rooms built on stilts overlooking
the river with balcony and ensuite
facilities. Guided activities include day
hikes, canoe trips, bird watching and
visits to Achuar communities.
Price per person:
DepartsTwinSingle
Kapawi LodgeJan-Dec
8 days/7 nights
Mon & Fri $3681 $3681
5 days/4 nights
Mon
$2850 $2850
4 days/3 nights
Fri
$2481 $2481
Children of all ages welcome. For young children a private guide will be required.
Travel by road through the Andean
rainforest to Mashpi Lodge Rainforest
Biodiversity Reserve. The lodge is
situated 2.5 hours from Quito and has
been built with the latest techniques in
sustainability. Blending with the natural
surroundings it has 22 generously
sized suites, social lounges that include
large viewing windows and a relaxing
spa. Guests can enjoy fresh organic
meals as well as a carefully selected
wine list. While at Mashpi Lodge enjoy
day and night activities including the Aerial tram.
Price per person:
DepartsTwin Single
Mashpi Lodge (Wayra Room)Jan-Dec
4 days/3 nights
Daily
$3516 $7030
3 days/2 nights
Daily
$2344 $4687
Surcharges apply over Christmas and New Year.
Napo Wildlife Center
Community-based Napo Wildlife
Center is surrounded by 132 square
kilometres of pristine Amazon
rainforest on the edge of the Yasuni
NP. It is reached by motorised boat
(2hrs) from Coca plus a 1 to 2 hour
meander by canoe. The complex
features 16 traditionally designed,
luxurious private cabanas with
lake views, a dining room, bar and
lounge and an observation tower.
The park is home to Ecuador’s two
most accessible parrot clay licks. Activities include wildlife blinds, forest
trails, hikes, boat trips and visits to the Anangu community.
Price per person:
DepartsTwin Single
Napo Wildlife Center (Cabana)Jan-Dec
5 days/4 nights
Mon-Sat $2364 $3545
4 days/3 nights
Mon-Sat $1984 $2976
Children of all ages welcome.
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Rainforest Eco-Lodges • ECUADOR
LA SELVA AMAZON ECO-LODGE
La Selva is 2½ hours by motorised canoe down
the Napo River from Coca. Situated on the
shores of Garzacocha Lake, the lodge offers
accommodation for 50 guests in 19 Superior,
Scenic and Family Suites. The state-of-the-art
eco-suites offer private balconies, panoramic
windows, large bathrooms and rainforest
showers. The lounge/bar/dining areas have lake
views and the a restaurant serving international
and Ecuadorian cuisine. Activities include a 37m
observation tower, jungle walks, canoe rides,
butterfly farm and night excursions.
Price per person:
La Selva Lodge (Superior Suite)Twin Single
5 days/4 nights
$2533 $3184
4 days/3 nights
$2110 $2635
Departs daily except Sun. Supplement applies for
Tue & Thu departures.
Rates for children under 12 years on request.
Sacha Lodge
A 2 hour trip by motorised canoe from Coca,
Sacha Lodge is situated in a 2000 hectare private
reserve. It offers 26 comfortable cabins with
high thatched roofs, each with private terrace
and ensuite facilities. The main lodge has a dining
room and bar/lounge while the surrounding
reserve boasts a 43m high observation tower
and a unique raised walkway through the forest
canopy. Daily activities include walks on forest
trails, butterfly house, canoe trips, kayaking and
night walks, led by an experienced local and a
naturalist guide.
Price per person:
Sacha Lodge
5 days/4 nights
4 days/3 nights
DepartsTwin Single
Mon-Sat $2351
Mon-Sat $1982
$3343
$2790
Rates for children under 12 years on request.
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ECUADOR • Amazon cruising
M/V Anakonda
One of the smaller jungle inhabitants
© Advantage Travel
Anakonda
Amazon Cruise
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1
Board M/V Anakonda
Arrive Coca airport and transfer to the river
for your journey by boat downstream (1hr) to
board the M/V Anakonda. Evening walk to view
nocturnal rainforest life. Dinner on board.
8,5 or 4 days
Luxury Cruise Ship
Departs Sun or Wed ex Coca
Jan-Dec
Twin cost per person:*8D/7N 5D/4N4D/3N
M/V Anakonda
Sun & Wed Wed
Sun
Deluxe Suite
$7444 $4685 $3771
Standard Suite
$5984
$3771 $3042
* Minimum
two people. Single travellers prices on request.
while onboard, water, coffee & tea, all excursions, transfers
to/from vessel when arriving on recommended flights,
Community and Wildlife Reserve entrance fees.
Price excludes: Flights, bar (alcoholic and soft drinks) and
personal expenses, gratuities.
N
© Advantage Travel
avigate the remote waterways of the
Amazon Basin aboard the beautiful
new M/V Anakonda. Each of the 18
spacious, air-conditioned ensuite cabins
has a lounge and panoramic windows.
The ship has a fine-dining restaurant,
observation deck with outdoor jacuzzi,
and al fresco lounge/bar. On naturalistguided excursions you will explore magical
forests, climb canopy towers, cruise blackwater jungle streams, walk forest trails
and meet the peoples of the Amazon.
Days 2-7Onboard M/V Anakonda
Every day here is filled with exciting activities.
See the wildlife spectacle at the parrot clay licks,
and explore the tributaries of the Napo River,
searching for caiman, anaconda and otters. Climb
atop a 30-metre tower for soaring views over
the rainforest, and seek out some of the 478 bird
and 8 primate species recorded at Limoncocha
Biological Reserve.
Other highlights include a visit to a local
Kichwa community, and the Pañacocha
Biological Corridor, a completely wild
ecosystem of waterways swimming with pink
river dolphins, piranha and arowana, also
known as a monkey fish, for its ability to leap
out of water to capture its prey. There is
plenty of opportunity to canoe, trek or swim at
leisure if conditions permit.
Day 8Cruise ends Coca
Return to Coca (about 1hr) and transfer to the
airport. Tour ends.
Canoeing on the Napo River
© Advantage Travel
M/V Manatee
Amazon Explorer
4, 5 and 8 day Amazon river journeys are also
available departing Fridays and Mondays on
the M/V Manatee Amazon Explorer, a superior
tourist class riverboat which carries 30
passengers in 14 airconditioned, ensuite cabins.
Explore the Yasuni National Park with daily
excursions accompanied by knowledgeable,
naturalist guides. Please contact us for details.
Please note: The itinerary is a guide only
and will depend on river water levels, weather
conditions, wildlife behaviour, and accessibility.
BOLIVIA
COLOMBIA
Rio
Co
ca
Quito
Coca
o
Nap
Rio
M/V Anakonda Suite
36
Cuyabeno
N.P.
Rio Napo
ECUADOR
© Advantage Travel
Anakonda Amazon Cruise
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Yasnui
N.P.
CRUISING • Galapagos
Galapagos
Remote and starkly beautiful, this
precious archipelago of volcanic islands
lies along the Equator 1000km west of
Ecuador. Filled with many strange and
unique species, the Galapagos are one of
the most fascinating places on earth and
a protected UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Charles Darwin visited here in
1835 and his observations helped him to
formulate his ground breaking theories
on the origin of earth’s species. Made up
of 13 main islands and hundreds of small
rocks and islets, 97% of the Galapagos
is protected by national park and
uninhabited. A cruise by small ship or
yacht is the best way to see the islands.
All shore visits and marine excursions
are accompanied by experienced guides.
To reduce the impact of tourism, the
national park authorities control the
itineraries for all Galapagos Cruise
Operators. Each vessel offers a cyclical
itinerary that repeats fortnightly.
Zodiac landing
The islands of the Galapagos
archipelago each offer
unique attractions:
Marchena
Puerto
Egas
Tagus
Cove
Punta
Espinosa
Fernandina
Urbina
Bay
Elizabeth
Bay
SOUTH PLAZA
Colonies of sea lions and land iguanas, marine
iguanas, cliffs full of nesting seabirds, such as
Swallow-tailed Gulls, Red-billed Tropicbirds,
Audubon’s Shearwaters, Nazca Boobies.
SANTA FE
A scenic island with marine iguanas, Great Frigate
Birds, endemic Santa Fe land iguana, Galapagos
snake, endemic Sante Fe rice rat, and many
endemic subspecies of cacti.
Genovesa
EQUATOR
SANTA CRUZ
Land iguanas at Dragon Hill, Tortoise Reserve,
Great Frigatebirds, Giant Tortoise Breeding
Program, Charles Darwin Research Station, The
Highlands and the Twin Craters.
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Moreno
Point
PACIFIC
OCEAN
Santiago
Bartolome
North Seymour
Baltra
Rabida
Pinzon
Isabela
Santa
Cruz
Puerto
Ayora
GALAPAGOS
ISLANDS
South
Plaza
Santa
Fe
San
Cristobal
Puerto
Baquerizo
Moreno
Floreana
Suarez
Point
Pitt Point
Gardner Bay
Española
SAN CRISTOBAL
ISABELA
SANTIAGO & BARTOLOME
An inhabited island with an airport,
Interpretation Center, a sea lion colony, Great
and Magnificent Frigate Birds, plus Blue-footed
and Nasca Boobies at spectacular Kicker Rock.
The largest island with giant tortoises, land
and marine iguanas, bachelor sea lions, Darwin
Finches, Galapagos Penguins, Blue-footed
Boobies. Birds and marine life of Tagus Cove.
Fascinating lava flows near Sullivan Bay, the
amazing fur seal grottos at Puerto Egas, a turtle
nesting site at Espumilla Beach and spectacular
Pinnacle Rock on nearby Bartolome.
Exciting Galapagos kayaking
© Ocean Adventures
ESPANOLA
Amazing wildlife! Step over sea lions at Punta
Suarez, see endemic Mockingbirds, Lava Lizards
and the Waved Albatross (Apr- Dec), marine
iguanas, and giant tortoises.
FLOREANA
Fascinating human history at Post Office Bay. The
green sand beach, Flour Beach, flamingos at Punta
Cormorant, and turtles, coral, sea lions and birds
at Devil’s Crown.
Giant tortoise
© Ocean Adventures
FERNANDINA
Blue-footed Boobies
© Shutterstock
NORTH SEYMOUR
Pristine with an active volcano and rich
marine life. Lava Herons, a colony of Flightless
Cormorants, Great Blue Herons, penguins, and a
large colony of marine iguanas.
Crawling with land and marine iguanas, North
Seymour also has Blue-footed Boobies and the
largest colony of Frigatebirds. The nearby islet of
Mosquera has a huge population of sea lions.
GENOVESA
RABIDA
With a crater lake and steep cliffs Genovesa is
renowned for its birds such as Blue-footed, Redfooted, Masked and Nasca Boobies, Great Frigate
Birds, Swallow-tailed Gulls and many more.
A small island with a reddish colour, Rabida
has a colony of sea lions, brown pelicans,
mockingbirds, finches, doves, flamingos, and a
marine site good for snorkelling.
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GALAPAGOS • CRUISING
Snorkel with sea lions!
Sea kayaking
© Shutterstock
Legendary
Galapagos
D
M/V ORIGIN
8 days/7 nights
Ex San Cristobal
iscover the miraculous world of the
Galapagos as you cruise amongst the
islands, anchor in quiet inlets and explore
beaches crowded with birds, sea lions
or iguanas. Accommodation will be on
board the newly built M/V Origin, or on
one of two identical, recently refurbished
yachts – the Letty or the Eric.
Departs Sundays
M/V Origin (Beagle Deck)
Twin
Single
$10195$17119
M/Y Letty & Eric Dolphin
Booby
Iguana
DeckDeck Deck
Twin
Twin TwinSingle
$8119
$7542 $6811$11426
Airfare ex Quito or Guayaquil available on request.
Child rates on application.
Price per person includes: Transfers between airport and
boat, all meals onboard, non-alcoholic drinks, house wine
and local beer with dinner (open bar - MV Origin only),
excursions to islands conducted by naturalist guides, use of
snorkelling equipment, sea kayaks and wet suits, Galapagos
Park Fee and Immigration Control Card.
Price excludes: Flights, alcoholic drinks (other than
mentioned) and gratuities.
© Ecoventura
Itinerary
Making her maiden voyage in February 2016, M/V
Origin will be the Galapagos’ newest and most
luxurious yacht. This 20-passenger vessel is owned
by Ecoventura, who have dedicated their business
to providing sustainable voyages throughout the
archipelago since 1990. Ten deluxe ensuite cabins
provide premium accommodation. Recreational
facilities include a fitness centre, sun deck, an
open bar policy, kayaks and snorkelling equipment.
Two expert naturalists, a concierge, experienced
crew and talented chefs are on board to make
your journey memorable.
7 night cruise A: Sun to Sun
M/Y Eric & Letty
7 night cruise B: Sun to Sun
These 20-passenger superior first class vessels
are custom designed for Galapagos excursions.
The yachts are perfect for small groups, providing
a more personalised Galapagos experience.
Shore excursions are by small wooden boats
(pangas) or zodiacs with each group of up to 10
passengers escorted by a guide. Adventure gear
is provided at no extra cost and includes kayaks,
custom full wetsuits, masks, fins, snorkels and
beach towels.
Sun Puerto Baquerizo Moreno/Cerro Tijeretas & Leon
Dormido, San Cristobal
Mon Cerro Brujo/Punta Pitt, San Cristobal
Tue Punta Suarez/Gardner Bay, Espanola
Wed Punta Cormorant/Devil’s Crown or Champion/
Post Office Bay/Baroness Point. Floreana
Thu Highlands of Santa Cruz/Darwin Station, Santa Cruz
Fri
Bartolome/Las Bachas or Black Turtle Cove or
Sombrero Chino
Sat South Plaza Island/North Seymour
Sun Interpretation Center, San Cristobal
Sun Puerto Baquerizo Moreno/La Galapaguera Cerro
Colorado), San Cristobal
Mon Darwin Bay/Prince Philip’s Steps, Genovesa
Tue Las Bachas or Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragon,
Santa Cruz
WedPunta Espinosa, Fernandina/Urbina Bay, Isabela
Thu Elizabeth Bay/Tagus Cove, Isabela
Fri
Puerto Egas, Santiago/Rabida Island
Sat Highlands of Santa Cruz, Darwin Station, Santa Cruz
Sun Interpretation Center, San Cristobal
The yachts have 10 double external facing
cabins on three decks with polished teak wood
interiors, private bathrooms with shower and
hair dryer. Cosy public areas include a dining
room, well-stocked bar, lounge/conference area
and a spacious, partially shaded sun deck.
M/V Origin Stateroom
M/V Letty
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M/Y Eric Booby Deck
© Ecoventura
© Ecoventura
© Ecoventura
CRUISING • GALAPAGOS
Ultimate
Galapagos
8 days/7 nights
Ex Baltra
E
xperience the unique diversity of
the Galapagos Islands on a luxurious
cruise onboard the new mega catamaran
Petrel, the deluxe Ocean Spray or the
comfortable Cormorant. Guided by
experienced naturalists, these intimate
cruises provide you with the opportunity
to admire a huge variety of incredible
marine and wildlife including Blue-Footed
Boobies, giant tortoises, iguanas, schools
of colourful fish, manta rays and sea
turtles. Activities include snorkelling,
short hikes, kayaking and panga rides.
M/C Petrel*
Departs Fridays
Jan-Dec
TwinSingle^
$10074$10074
Cormorant*
Departs Saturdays
Jan-Dec
TwinSingle
$9600$14303
Ocean Spray*
Departs Saturdays
Jan-Dec
TwinSingle^
$9600$9600
Marine Iguana, Fernandina Island
© Shutterstock
* Rate based on regular cabin - supplement for suite.
Not valid over Easter, Christmas and New Year's period.
^Dedicated single cabin (subject to availability) - all other
cabins for single use attract a supplement.
Airfare ex Quito or Guayaquil available on request. Child
rates on application.
Price per person includes: Transfers between airport
and boat, all meals onboard, non-alcoholic drinks,
accommodation, excursions to islands conducted by
naturalist guides, use of snorkelling equipment, wet suits and
kayaks, Galapagos Park Fee and Immigration Control Card.
M/C Ocean Spray
© Haugan Cruises
M/C Cormorant sun deck
© Haugan Cruises
Price excludes: Flights, alcoholic drinks and gratuities.
Shorter and longer cruise options are available.
M/C Ocean Spray double cabin
© Haugan Cruises
M/C Cormorant
© Haugan Cruises
M/C OCEAN SPRAY
M/C Cormorant
Launched in January 2012 Ocean Spray is a
state-of-the-art mega catamaran, specifically
designed and built to cruise the Galapagos Islands
in style. Catering for just 16 passengers, all cabins
on board are deluxe and offer generous and
comfortable accommodation with bathrooms and
private balconies. Other features include a huge
sundeck, jacuzzi, dining area and lounge. This
elegant vessel is unrivalled for its speed, stability
and safety standards. All activities while on board
are escorted by experienced Galapagos guides.
Launched in August 2011 the Cormorant is
a modern 33m catamaran with 6 spacious
staterooms and for the more discerning guest,
2 elegant suites. Cruise the Galapagos in style
and enjoy the wonderful vistas from your
private balcony. The Cormorant has been
designed for ultimate comfort, and when you
are not experiencing the wonders of Galapagos
you can retreat to the onboard jacuzzi or
sundeck. The Cormorant is the epitome of
luxurious Galapagos cruising.
ITINERARY
ITINERARY
7 night cruise A: Fri to Fri
Sat
Sat Baltra Airport/Santa Cruz Island
Fri
Sun Isabela Island/ Fernandina Island
Sun Bartholomew Island/ Santiago Island
Sat Vicente Roca Point (Isabela)/Fernandina Island
Espinosa Point
Mon Tagus Cove/Urbina Bay (Isabela)
Mon South Plazas Island/Santa Fe Island
Tue Elizabeth Bay/Moreno Point (Isabela)
Tue Witch Hill/Pitt Point (San Cristobal)
Sun Tagus Cove/Urbina Bay (Isabela)
Wed Charles Darwin Station/Los Gemelos (Santa Cruz)
WedSan Cristobal Island
Mon Elizabeth Bay/ Moreno Point (Isabela)
Thu South Plaza/Santa Fe
Thu Suarez Point/Gardner Bay/Osborn Islet (Española)
Tue Sierra Negra Volcano/Wetlands/Wall of Tears (Isabela)
Fri
Fri Floreana Island
Wed Charles Darwin Station/Los Gemelos (Santa Cruz)
Sat San Cristobal Island
M/C Petrel
© Haugan Cruises
M/C PETREL
The brand new Petrel is the latest addition to
the Haugan fleet. This 35m catamaran has three
decks, 7 staterooms and 2 spacious suites all
with private balconies accommodating up to
16 passengers. Like its namesake, the Petrel is
stately, swift and nearly silent as it moves across
the water. It has a comfortable lounge, fitness
area, sundeck and outdoor jacuzzi.
ITINERARY
Baltra Airport/North Seymour Island
Thu South Plaza Island, Santa Fe Island
Fri San Cristobal Island
7 night cruise A: Sat to Sat
Baltra Airport/Chinese Hat
Suarez Point/Gardner Bay/Osborn Islet (Espanola)
7 night cruise A: Sat to Sat
Sat Santa Cruz Island
Itinerary intended as a guide only. Please contact us for more information.
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Picturesque landscapes
Exceptional Galapagos Wildlife Experience
Exclusive
Galapagos
D
Galapagos Penguins
© Ocean Adventures
8 days/7 nights^
Ex Baltra
iscover the Galapagos Islands
in style on board one of these
two high end yachts. The elegant 48
passenger M/V Eclipse offers generous
accommodation while preserving the
atmosphere and exclusivity of a smaller
yacht. The M/C Athala II is a beautiful
catamaran which carries 16 passengers
in great comfort. Snorkel with sea lions,
kayak with dolphins, observe iguanas and
giant tortoises as you explore the islands
with a professional naturalist guide.
© Ocean Adventures
© Ocean Adventures
M/V ECLIPSE
M/C Athala II
The M/V Eclipse is a modern environmentally
friendly vessel offering unparalleled levels of
comfort and service with unrivalled cabin space and
ample social areas. She was converted specifically
for upscale cruising in the islands, and was designed
to meet the exacting demands of luxury travellers.
Features include 26 sea facing air-conditioned cabins
with either a double or twin bed arrangements, a
dining room/bar, al fresco dining area, stargazing
deck and jacuzzi. Experienced guides lead daily
excursions to the Galapagos’ best sites.
Refurbished in 2011, the luxury catamaran
M/C Athala II is a well appointed vessel
specifically designed and built for Galapagos
cruising. Catering for just 16 passengers, all
cabins on board are deluxe, offering generous
and comfortable accommodation with private
bathroom, air conditioning and spectacular ocean
views with large picture windows. Other features
include a dining room, lounge, bar, jacuzzi
and deck area. The 11 person crew includes a
professional guide.
Tour cost per person:* †
M/V Eclipse
Departs Saturday ex Baltra
AA A B C D
High Season
$11291 $10699 $9811 $9368 $9663
Low Season
$10994 $10403 $9515 $9071 $9368
M/V Eclipse
High Season: 10 Jan-26 Aug & 11-23 Dec
Low Season: 02-09 Jan & 27 Aug-10 Dec
AA Deluxe Stateroom
A Superior Stateroom
BStateroom
C Standard Stateroom
D Single Stateroom
M/C Athala II
© Ocean Adventures
© Ocean Adventures
ITINERARY
ITINERARY
Sat Baltra Island/North Seymour Island
Sat Baltra Island/Sombrero Chino Island
Sun South Plaza Island/Santa Fe Island
Sun Santa Cruz Island/Rabida Island
Mon Punta Pitt/Cerro Brujo (San Cristobal)
Mon Isabela Island
Tue Floreana Island
Tue Floreana Island
WedElizabeth Bay/Moreno Point (Isabela)
Wed San Cristobal Island/Lobos Island
High Season: 10 Jan-26 Aug, 04 Sep-07 Oct & 11-23 Dec
Low Season: 02-09 Jan, 27 Aug-03 Sep & 08 Oct-10 Dec
Thu Darwin Research Station/Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Thu Darwin Research Centre/Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Fri
Fri Punta Suarez/Gardner Bay (Espanola Island)
Sat Mosquera Islet/Baltra Island
Sat Daphne Island/Baltra Island
7 night cruise B: Sat to Sat Genovesa Island
7 night cruise B: Sat to Sat Genovesa Island
Sat Baltra Island/Santa Cruz Island
Sat Baltra Island/Mosquera Islet
^Shorter 5 night cruise option available. Prices on request.
Sun Rabida Island/Santiago Island
Sun Sullivan Bay/Bartolome Island
Children 7+ and single rates on application. Children
4+ accepted on M/V Eclipse Family Friendly Cruise
departures. Details on request.
Mon Isabela Island/Fernandina Island
Mon Urbina Bay/Tagus Cove (Isabela)
Tue Urbina Bay/Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)
Tue Fernandina Island/Isabela Island
Wed Darwin Research Centre/Highlands (Santa Cruz)
WedPuerto Egas/Espumilla Beach (Santiago)
Thu El Barranco/Darwin Bay (Genovesa)
Thu Darwin Research Centre/Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Fri
Fri El Barranco/Darwin Bay (Genovesa)
7 night cruise A: Sat to Sat Espanola Island
M/C Athala II
Departs Saturday ex Baltra Main Deck Upper Deck
High Season
$9442
$9071
Low Season
$9071
$8702
*Surcharges apply over Xmas and New Year.
All prices per person twin share, except Category D,
which is a single room rate.
†
and boat, all meals onboard, non-alcoholic drinks,
accommodation, excursions to islands conducted by naturalist
guides, use of snorkelling equipment, kayaks and wet suits,
Galapagos Park Fee and Immigration Control Card.
Price excludes: Flights, alcoholic beverages and gratuities.
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Gardner Bay/Punta Suárez (Española)
Bartolome Island/Santa Cruz Island
Sat Santa Cruz Island/Baltra Island
7 night cruise A: Sat to Sat Espanola Island
Sat North Seymour Island/Baltra Island
Galapagos
Splendour
Ex Baltra or San Cristobal
T
he islands of the Galapagos brim
with unique species of wildlife
and superb scenery. Discover this
paradise on an 8-day cruise on board
the M/Y San Jose or a 6-day cruise on
board the luxurious M/Y Galapagos
Odyssey. Guided by experienced
naturalists, you can swim with seals,
visit the archipelago’s most famous
sights or just sit back and enjoy your
stylish surrounds.
M/Y San Jose^
Departs Tuesdays ex Baltra
Regular Season
Low Season
Regular Season
Low Season
Twin Single
$5892 $10449
$5723 $10146
23 Mar-16 May, 06 Jul-15 Aug
& 05 Oct- 20 Dec
19 Jan-22 Mar, 17 May-05 Jul,
16 Aug-04 Oct, 20 Nov-20 Dec
Odyssey #
M/Y Galapagos
Departs selected Tuesdays & Thursdays
ex San Cristobal or Baltra
Twin Single
Regular Season
$5743 $7131
Low Season
$5597 $6946
Regular Season
Low Season
23 Mar-16 May, 04 Jul-13 Aug
& 05 Oct- 28 Nov
17 Jan-22 Mar, 17 May-03 Jul,
14 Aug-04 Oct, 29 Nov-22 Dec
*Surcharges apply over Xmas and New Year.
^4, 5, 11, 12 & 15 day cruise options also available.
# 5,
Land iguana on the lookout
© Shutterstock
M/Y san jose
M/Y Galapagos Odyssey
Built in 2004, the 113-foot San Jose motor yacht
has 8 air-conditioned and spacious double cabins
with private bathroom accommodating 16 guests.
All cabins are exterior facing with fantastic ocean
views. Additionally, the engine room is located well
away from passenger quarters ensuring minimal
disturbance from mechanical noise. The yacht also
features spacious communal areas including two
decks, a dining room and a large entertainment
lounge. Activities include snorkelling, nature walks,
zodiac excursions and swimming.
Accommodating just 16 passengers in 9 spacious
cabins, this small luxury yacht has been designed
for cruising the Galapagos in style. All cabins
have picture windows and feature individually
controlled air conditioning, a small desk, sofa,
and minibar, as well as spacious bathrooms
with shower cabins. Facilities include a jacuzzi,
sundeck and spacious indoor areas. While on
board you will enjoy freshly prepared meals and
activities including kayaking and guided hikes with
trained naturalists.
10, 11, & 15 day cruise options also available.
and boat (Galapagos), all meals onboard, accommodation,
snorkelling equipment, use of kayaks (Galapagos Odyssey
only), Galapagos Park Fee and Immigration Control Card.
Price excludes: Wetsuit hire, flights, bar and gratuities.
M/Y San Jose
© Shutterstock
M/Y Galapagos Odyssey
© Andean Travel Company
ITINERARY
ITINERARY
7 night cruise A: Tue to Tue
5 night cruise A: Tue to Sun
Tue Baltra Airport/Las Bachas (Santa Cruz)
Tue Cerro Colorado/ Puerto Chino Beach (San Cristobal)
Wed Isabela Island
WedPunta Suarez/Gardner Bay (Espanola)
Thu Isabela Island & Fernandina Island
Punta Espinosa (Fernandina)/Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)
Thu Punta Cormorant/Devil's Crown,
Post Office Bay (Floreana)
Sat Espumilla Beach, Bucaneer Cove/Puerto Egas (Santiago)
Fri Santa Fe Island/South Plaza Island
Sun Rabida/Chinese Hat
Sat North Seymour Island/Las Bachas (Santa Cruz)
Mon Charles Darwin Station/Highlands (Santa Cruz)
Sun Mosquera/Baltra Airport
Tue North Seymour/Baltra Airport
5 night cruise C: Thu to Tue
7 night cruise B: Tue to Tue
Thu Baltra Island/Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz)
Fri
Snorkel with Galapagos turtles
© Andean Travel Company
Tue Baltra Airport/Mosquera
Fri Las Tintoreras/Sierra Negra Volcano (Isabela)
WedDarwin Bay/Prince Phillip's Steps (Genovesa)
Sat Punta Moreno/Elizabeth Bay (Isabela)
Thu South Plaza Island/Santa Fe Island
Sun Punta Espinoza (Fernandina)/Tagus Cove (Isabela)
Fri San Cristobal
Mon Santiago Island
Sat Gardner Bay/Punta Suarez (Espanola)
Tue Isla Lobos/San Cristobal Airport
Sun Floreana
Mon Sullivan Bay (Santiago)/Bartolome
Tue Black Turtle Cove (Santa Cruz)/Baltra Airport
Galapagos Sally Lightfoot Crabs
© Shutterstock
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Galapagos Tortoise
Best friends
© Anne-Marie Zambelli
Darwin’s
Galapagos
E
M/Y CORAL I
8 days/7 nights^
xplore the miraculous world of the
Galapagos aboard one of three
expedition ships, the Coral I, Coral II or
the Galapagos Legend. Cruise amongst
the islands, dropping anchor in quiet inlets
to visit beaches crowded with birds, sea
lions and iguanas, swim with sea turtles
and schools of tropical fish, walk through
colonies of great Frigate birds and visit a
tortoise breeding centre. These cruises
are a fantastic way to explore the unique
flora and fauna of the Galapagos.
Tour cost per person twin:*
M/Y Coral I/Coral II
Standard Std Plus Junior
Departs Sun & Wed Cabin CabinCabin
Low Season
$5870
$7152 $8083
High Season
$6137
$7483 $8465
Low Season: 06 Jan-19 Mar, 25 May-14 Jun,
24 Aug-16 Sep & 26 Nov-17 Dec
High Season: 01-05 Jan, 20 Mar-24 May,
15 Jun-23 Aug, 17 Sep-25 Nov & 18-31 Dec
*Single rates on application.
^4, 5, 11, 12 & 15 day cruise options available.
Coral I is a comfortable 36 passenger, first class
vessel with 18 spacious exterior cabins. All
feature air conditioning, a television and private
bathroom. Some cabins connect making them
ideal for groups and families. Other features
include a dining area, main lounge, outdoor deck
and jacuzzi.
M/Y CORAL II
The first class M/Y Coral II accommodates
20 passengers in comfort. This intimate
vessel comprises 11 cabins equipped with air
conditioning and private bathrooms, spacious
lounge and dining areas, whirlpool and a sun
terrace on the top deck.
ITINERARY
7 night cruise B&C: Wed to Wed
WedBaltra Airport/Eden Islet or Ballena Bay (Santa Cruz)
Thu Vicente Roca Point (Isabela)/Espinosa Point (Fernandina)
Fri
Urbina Bay (Isabela)/Tagus Cove (Isabela)
Sat Salt Mines/Egas Port (Santiago)/Sullivan Bay (Santiago)
Sun Highlands (Santa Cruz)/Fausto Llerena
Breeding Center (Santa Cruz)
Mon Santa Fe/South Plaza (Plaza Island)
Tue North Seymour/Bachas Beach (Santa Cruz)
7 night cruise A&B: Sun to Sun
Sun Baltra Airport/Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
(Santa Cruz)
Price excludes: Flights, wetsuits, bar and gratuities.
Great Frigate bird
© Shutterstock
M/V GALAPAGOS LEGEND
The 91m expedition ship Galapagos Legend
has all the facilities of a cruise liner, yet it is
still small enough for a more intimate nature
experience. It can accommodate a maximum of
100 passengers in comfortable, air-conditioned
rooms (53 outside and 3 inside) with private
bathroom facilities. Other features include
observation decks, al fresco dining area,
spacious lounge, bar, library, and a kids’ corner.
The Galapagos Legend offers 3, 4, 7, 10, 11 & 14
night cruise options on an alternative schedule
to the Coral I and Coral II.
WedInterpretation Center and Tijeretas
(San Cristobal)/San Cristobal Airport
Airfares ex Quito or Guayaquil available on request.
Price per person includes: Transfers between
airport and boat, all meals onboard, accommodation,
excursions to islands conducted by naturalist guides,
use of snorkelling equipment, Galapagos Park Fee and
Immigration Control Card.
© Klein Tours
Mon Champion Islet, Devil`s Crown, Post Office
(Floreana) Cormorant Point (Floreana)
Tue Osborn or Gardner Islets & Gardner Bay
(Española)/Suarez Point (Espanola)
WedDaphne circumnavigation/Eden Islet or Ballena Bay
(Santa Cruz)
Thu Vicente Roca Point (Isabela)/Espinosa Point
(Fernandina)
Fri
Urbina Bay (Isabela)/Tagus Cove (Isabela)
Sat Salt Mine /Egas Port (Santiago)/Sullivan Bay
(Santiago)
Sun Highlands (Santa Cruz)/Baltra airport
Itinerary intended as a guide
only. Please contact us for more
information.
M/Y Coral Junior Cabin
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M/Y Coral I & II
© Klein Tours
© Klein Tours
Regal
Galapagos
T
he diverse Galapagos Islands can
be explored without relinquishing
luxury and comfort when you travel on
board the Galapagos Sea Star Journey
or the Galapagos Seaman Journey.
Both vessels offer intimate Galapagos
explorations with a limited number of
like minded travellers and a range of
quality onboard facilities. Admire the
myriad wildlife including giant tortoises,
iguanas, flightless cormorants as well as
the sheer abundance of marine species.
Galapagos Sea Star Journey*^
Departs selected Tuesdays & Thursdays
Jan-Dec Sea Star Galapagos Matrimonial
Suite
Suite
Suite
6 days/5 nights
$9335
$7697
$7697
Galapagos Seaman Journey (Standard Ocean View)#
Departs selected Mondays ex San Cristobal
Jan-Dec Twin
Single
5 days/4 nights
$5188
$8931
*Minimum 2 people. Single travellers prices on request.
^5, 10, 11 & 15 day cruise options available.
# 4,
Walk amongst seals sunning themselves on island shores
© Latin Trails
8, 11, 12 & 15 day cruise options available.
and boat (Galapagos), all meals onboard, accommodation,
snorkelling and kayaking equipment, Galapagos Park Fee and
Immigration Control Card.
Price excludes: Wetsuit hire, flights, bar and gratuities.
Sea Star Journey Sea Star Suite
Incredible photographic encounters
© Latin Trails
© Latin Trails
M/C Galapagos Seaman Journey
© Latin Trails
M/Y GALAPAGOS sea star journey
M/C Galapagos SEAMAN JOURNEY
The sleek M/Y Galapagos Sea Star Journey is
the ultimate luxury vessel for exploring the
Galapagos archipelago. Comfortable and private
the 8 spacious suites all afford amazing views of
the islands through panoramic windows, and are
equipped with private bathrooms, air conditioning
and in-suite televisions. Onboard facilities include
a solarium, 2 jacuzzis, a mini spa for massages
and therapies, living area and library. There is
also a restaurant, bar, shaded alfresco area and a
spacious sundeck with day beds and a cocktail bar.
An alternative to the M/Y Galapagos Sea Star
Journey, the M/C Galapagos Seaman Journey
is a luxurious catamaran equipped with stateof-the-art technology, 9 double cabins as
well as spacious decks and sunbathing areas.
Onboard you will enjoy an almost 1 to 1 crew
to passenger ratio, freshly prepared meals and
action packed shore excursions. This vessel also
has ‘Smart Voyager’ certification which means
it adheres to strict environmentally friendly
operating standards.
ITINERARY
ITINERARY
5 night cruise A: Tue to Sun
4 night cruise B: Mon to Fri
Tue San Cristobal Island
Mon San Cristobal Island
WedPunta Suarez/Gardner Bay (Espanola)
Tue San Cristobal Galapagaguera Natural/
San Cristobal Cerro Brujo
Thu Floreana Island
Fri
Santa Fe Island/South Plaza Island
Sat North Seymour Island/Santa Cruz Island
Sun Mosquera Island/Baltra Island
5 night cruise C: Thu to Tue
Thu Baltra Island/Darwin Research Station (Santa Cruz)
Fri
Wed Española Bahía Gardner/Islote GardJanr/
Española Islote Osborn/Punta Suarez
Thur Florena Punta Cormorant/Champion/
Floreana: Post Office Bay
Fri
Charles Darwin Station/Twin craters/
Baltra airport
White Tipped Reef Shark Canal/Sierra Negra Volcano (Isabela)
Sat Punta Moreno/Elizabeth Bay (Isabela)
Sun Fernandina Island/Isabela Island
Mon Santiago Island
M/Y Galapagos Sea Star Journey
© Latin Trails
Tue San Cristobal Island
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CHILE
A narrow strip of land between the
high Andes and the Pacific Ocean, Chile
stretches an incredible 4,300kms from
north to south. It is a land of spectacular
geography and diverse scenery, including
harsh deserts, fertile valleys, breathtaking
icefields and towering peaks. Chileans
exhibit a fascinating blend of European
and Latin American cultures.
Highlights
The beautiful Lakes District; the mountains,
fjords and icefields of Patagonia including the
famous Torres del Paine National Park; the
high altitude mountains, valleys and lakes of the
Atacama Desert; and mysterious Easter Island,
3,700kms off the Chilean mainland.
Climate
Chile's climate varies with latitude. The
Atacama is dry and sunny, hot in summer and
cold at night in winter. The central region has
a pleasant Mediterranean climate whilst the
southern Patagonia has plenty of rain, cool
summers and cold winters.
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Awesome Atacam a
Dramatic mountains, vast deserts,
gorges, geysers and salt flats.
I have never experienced a destination
of such otherworldly landscapes.
Atacama was both a delight and a privilege to visit.
Janet Collins
© Explora
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CHILE • Santiago CITY STAYS
Le Reve Boutique Hotel (Providencia)
The Le Reve Boutique Hotel’s 28 rooms and
3 suites denote French influences throughout.
The hotel has cosy living areas and a Parisianstyle courtyard garden.
Le Reve Boutique Hotel
Santiago - where a modern skyline meets the ancient Andes Mountains
Santiago
City Stay
S
3 days/2 nights
topover in Chile’s capital, Santiago,
a cosmopolitan and energetic city
featuring a mix of modern and Spanish
colonial buildings, excellent shopping
and sophisticated restaurants. A half
day city tour includes San Francisco
Church, Plaza de Armas, the
Cathedral, and San Cristobal Hill which
superb city views.
Accommodation
TwinSingle
The Singular Lastarria (Patio Room)
01 Jan-28 Mar, 09-24 Apr & Oct-Dec May-Sep
$785 $1480
$709$1330
Ritz Carlton (Deluxe Room)
Jan-Feb, May-Sep & 16-31 Dec
Mar-Apr & 01 Oct-15 Dec
$765 $1486
$857 $1580
© Sernatur
Ritz Carlton (El Golf)
The elegant 5 star Ritz-Carlton is located in one of
Santiago’s most prestigious neighbourhoods.
The hotel has 205 guestrooms with views of the
city, 4 restaurants and lounge areas, business
centre, fitness centre, indoor pool and jacuzzi.
Ritz Carlton Santiago Deluxe Room
© Ritz Carlton
$569 $1090
$537$1028
Mito Casa Hotel (Superior Rm)
Jan-Dec
$519$992
Hotel Atton El Bosque (Standard Room)
Jan-Feb, May-Sep & 16-30 Dec
$519 $966
Mar-Apr & 01 Oct-15 Dec
$541 $1016
Bonaparte Hotel (Standard Rm)
Jan-Feb, May-Sep & Dec
Mar-Apr & Oct-Nov
Hotel Su Merced (Lastarria)
Situated in a restored mansion, this 9 room
boutique hotel is in a designated historic area
of Santiago renowned for its beautiful parks and
central location. Guests have use of the 4th floor
lounge and a laundry service.
Hotel Atton El Bosque (Las Condes)
This modern city hotel in downtown Santiago
has 240 rooms, a restaurant, bar, coffee lounge,
gym and swimming pool.
Bonaparte Hotel (Providencia)
Once a grand home, this 63-room hotel is
within walking distance to the underground,
restaurants, cafes and bars. Hotel facilities
include an outdoor pool, sauna, gym, restaurant,
bar and Wi-Fi.
OPTIONAL Santiago Tours
Le Reve Boutique Hotel (Standard Room)
Jan-Feb & May-Sep $671 $1300
Mar-Apr & Oct-Dec
$729 $1410
Hotel Su Merced (Standard Room)
Jan-Apr & Oct-Dec
May-Sep
Hotel Cumbres (Lastarria)
Located in bohemian Lastarria, this newly opened
boutique hotel offers 70 contemporary rooms with
modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and flat screen TV.
Enjoy a restaurant, bar, fitness centre and outdoor
pool with views of the surrounding neighbourhood.
Mito Casa Hotel (Providencia)
Set in a fully-refurbished 1929 Art-Deco home, this
hotel is located in one of the best areas of Santiago,
close to attractions, parkland and residential areas.
Accommodation consists of 17 elegantly decorated
rooms with free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.
Lastarria Boutique Hotel (Superior Room)
Jan-Apr & Oct-Dec
$737 $1428
May-Sep
$685$1326
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria (Std Room)
Jan-Feb, May-Sep & Dec
$573 $1074
Mar-Apr & Oct-Nov
$627 $1184
Lastarria Boutique Hotel
© Lastarria Boutique Hotel
Lastarria Boutique Hotel (Lastarria)
This beautifully renovated 1927 mansion is set
amongst galleries, shops and restaurants. The
hotel offers 14 spacious guest rooms and suites, a
bar/lounge, a gym and an outdoor swimming pool.
Tour cost Jan-Dec (Min 2):*^
Per Person
Valparaíso and Viña del Mar full day tour $258
Valparaíso Like a Native full day tour
$237
(includes lunch)
Santiago Like a Native (6hrs)
$190
*Scheduled tours (i.e. not private) available at reduced
rates.
^Single prices available on request
Price per person includes: Private transport to/from
hotel, private tour as indicated.
Further details on request.
$507 $966
$541 $1034
and departure transfers, 2 nights accommodation on a B&B
basis and private half day city tour.
The Singular Santiago (Lastarria)
The Singular Santiago combines the style of the
early 20th century with every modern convenience
in an exciting contemporary space. Perfectly
located in the popular Lastarria area, features
include 62 rooms, Wi-Fi, a restaurant specialising
in Chilean cuisine, rooftop pool and wellness spa.
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© Le Reve Boutique Hotel
The Singular Santiago
© The Singular
Valparaíso & Viña del Mar • CHILE
Valparaíso
& Viña del Mar
V
3 days/2 nights
Departs daily ex Santiago
isit the vibrant and unique port
city of Valparaíso, famous for its
colourful hillside neighbourhoods. Also
see the beautiful coastal town of Viña
del Mar, known as the Garden City.
May-Sep*
Zero Hotel (Hillview Room)
Palacio Astoreca (Standard Room)
Fauna Hotel (Standard Room)
TwinSingle
$1160 $2145
$1144 $2111
$1028 $1879
Price per person includes: Private transfers, 2 nights
accommodation on a B&B basis, lunch on day 3, sightseeing
as per itinerary.
Day 1Valparaíso
Transfer from Santiago to Valparaíso on the
Pacific Coast. Recently declared a Monument of
Humanity by UNESCO, Valparaíso’s colourful
houses by the sea and steep hills create an amazing
urban landscape. Overnight Valparaíso.
Day 2Valparaíso
Tour Valparaíso’s vibrant neighbourhoods and the
downtown area including the Plaza Sotomayor,
the cathedral and the harbour. Travel north along
the coastline to the elegant seaside town of Viña
del Mar. Return to Valparaíso for overnight. B
Colourful Valparaíso
© Chile Tourism
Quintero
Day 3Tour ends Santiago
Journey back to Santiago via Valle de Casablanca,
one of Chile’s supreme wine regions. Enjoy a visit
to a winery including lunch. Arrival transfer to
your hotel or the airport. Tour ends. BL
Calera
de Tango
San Felipe
Quillota
Viña del Mar
CHILE
Valparaiso
Casablanca
Santiago
San Antonio
Melpilla
Wulff Castle, Viña del Mar
Valle de Casablanca wine tasting
© Nereidas
© Chile Tourism
S O U TH AM ER ICA HA S
N E VER B EEN C LO SER !
LAN Airlines offers seven flights per
week from Sydney to Santiago, Chile via
Auckland, plus three direct codeshare
flights from Sydney to Santiago
operated by oneworld partner airline.
The best network of frequencies and
destinations in South America with
the largest connectivity in South
America, with over 115 destinations in
the region.
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CHILE • ATACAMA
San Pedro de Atacama
EXPLORA ATACAMA
4 days/3 nights
Departs daily ex Calama
Hotel/Lodge
E
xperience the natural and archaeological wonders of Chile’s
Atacama Desert from your base in the charming oasis village
of San Pedro. The surreal landscape of Atacama, located at an
altitude of 2400m above sea level, offers astounding contrasts,
from stark deserts with sweeping dunes and steaming geysers to
dramatic wind sculpted mountains and gorges, vast lagoons and
salt flats. This breathtaking destination of extraordinary colours
and textures is easily experienced from the quaint village of San
Pedro which is close to a stunning chain of Andean volcanoes,
the Moon Valley, High Andean lagoons, Altiplanic villages and
the famous Atacama salt flats, one of the largest in the world.
Price per person includes: Return airport/hotel transfers, all excursions and accommodation
on a full board basis with open bar (excludes premium wines and spirits) except Hotel Cumbres
San Pedro (includes one glass of wine or soft drink per person at lunch and dinner).
Days 1-3 San Pedro de Atacama
Transfer from Calama airport to your hotel/lodge in San Pedro. Enjoy a range
of expeditions from San Pedro de Atacama into the surrounding desert.
Day 4Tour ends Calama
Transfer to the airport. Tour ends.
Calama
Tatio
Geysers
Moon
Valley
San Pedro
de Atacama
Salar
de
Atacama
(salt flat)
Flamingo
Reserve
ARGENTINA
BOLIVIA
Flamingo
Reserve
Made of natural stone and wood with
regional decor, the elegant explora
Atacama offers 50 comfortable, airconditioned, television-free rooms,
4 luxury suites, a fine-dining
restaurant, lounges, a bar, outdoor
pools, a sauna, jacuzzi, massage
room, stables and an observatory
with a telescope for stargazing. The
hotel offers over 40 different types
of explorations, from gentle to
Tulur Room
demanding, from 2 hours to a full day,
on foot, horseback, mountain bike or by car. The lodge is currently being
re-modelled and will be reopening October 2016.
Price per person:
explora Atacama (Tulur Room)
DepartsTwin Single
01 Oct-14 Nov 2016 & Mar-Apr 2017
Daily
$3360 $4385
15 Nov-21 Dec 2016 & 04 Jan-28 Feb 2017 Daily
$3536 $4616
hotel Cumbres San Pedro
AWASI
Superior Double Room
Recently rebranded, this hotel has
re-emerged as a luxurious oasis at
the edge of the world’s driest desert.
The 60 stylish rooms are generously
sized, with private terraces, outdoor
showers and climate control. There
is free Wi-Fi, a safe and flat screen
TV. Typical of the Cumbres brand,
services are top notch; the property
has a concierge, restaurant, day spa,
three heated outdoor pools and
two Jacuzzis. Explore the Atacama’s
geysers, lakes and lagoons on guided treks or drives across the salt flats.
Price per person:
Cumbres Hotel &
Jan-Feb & Oct-Dec
Mar-Sep
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Spa San Pedro de Atacama (Superior Room)
DepartsTwin Single
Daily
$2076 $2893
Daily $1952$2644
This exclusive and intimate Relais
& Chateax hotel is situated inside
an ancient site surrounded by a
historic wall, which for years housed
shepherds and herders. Made from
stone, adobe and wood with thatched
roofs Awasi’s 8 rooms are spacious
and comfortable and come complete
with private bathroom, patio and
indoor/outdoor showers. The
hotel has a breakfast room, stylish
Superior Round Suite
bar, charming outdoor lounge and
swimming pool. Awasi’s restaurant offers a sophisticated fusion menu
which combines Altiplano and international dishes using local ingredients.
Price per person:
Awasi (Suite)
DepartsTwin Single
03 Jan-31 Mar
Daily
$3816 $5724
01 Apr-19 Dec
Daily
$3985 $5977
ATACAMA • CHILE
ALTO ATACAMA desert lodge and spa
Alto Atacama is an exclusive 42-room desert
hideaway that blends seamlessly into its natural
surroundings. Rooms are spacious and have
been carefully decorated to reflect the local
Atacama culture. Each room boasts large
comfortable beds as well as private terraces,
some with views of the Cordillera de la Sal.
The hotel also features a full Spa, six swimming
pools, living room with fireplace, indoor and
al fresco dining, bar and a private observatory
for star gazing. 30 different guided excursions
offered range from cultural and contemplative
tours to more adventurous trekking, mountain
biking and even volcano climbs.
Price per person:
Alto Atacama (Quitor Room)
DepartsTwin Single
03 Jan-10 Dec
Daily
$2911 $3760
TIERRA ATACAMA HOTEL & SPA
Combining outdoor adventure with indoor
comfort this stylish eco-retreat features
ultra chic adobe architecture, sleek modern
interiors, unique hand-made textiles and fine
local art. The hotel offers a restaurant, bar,
living room, library and 32 guest rooms with
private terraces and views of Licancabur
volcano. Guests can relax by the pool or in
the spa, and choose from a range of local
excursions organised by experienced guides.
Price per person:
Tierra Atacama (Standard Room)
DepartsTwin Single
03 Jan-30 Sep
Daily
$3062 $3770
01 Oct-19 Dec
Daily
$3231 $4077
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Chile • Easter Island
Rano Raraku quarry moai
© Shutterstock
Explora
Easter Island
Easter Island
Easter Island (Rapa Nui) is the most
isolated place on earth, lying 3700kms
off the coast of Chile. It is a beautiful and
mysterious destination, with volcanic
craters, lava formations, white sand
beaches and of course the gigantic and
enigmatic stone statues called Moai. The
exact significance of these sculptures is
unknown, but they are thought to have
been carved by the Rapa Nui Polynesian
people between 1250 and 1500.
Varua RoomRaa Room
Jan-Apr:
Twin Single Twin Single
3 night tour
$4000 $5231 $5847 $8308
4 night tour
$5231 $6769 $7693 $11077
6 night tour
$6154 $8000 $9847 $13231
A mild year-round climate provides ideal
conditions for exploring the island on
foot or by bicycle.
01 May-14 Nov:
3 night tour
4 night tour
6 night tour
Twin $3905
$4751
$5927
Single Twin Single
$5110 $5239 $7468
$6197 $6351 $9040
$7644 $8160 $11594
15 Nov-31 Dec:*
3 night tour
4 night tour
6 night tour
Twin $4200
$5108
$6370
Single Twin Single
$5493 $5631 $8031
$6665 $6831 $9724
$8216 $8770 $12462
3, 4 or 6 nights
(Duration subject to flight availability)
Departs ex Hanga Roa
explora Rapu Nui
*Minimum stay of 4 nights required over Xmas/New Year.
Price per person includes: Transfer between
Easter Island airport and explora Rapa Nui, full board
accommodation, bar, daily explorations in groups of max.
8 people with bilingual guide, equipment and Easter Island
entrance fee.
Not included: Airfare Santiago/Easter Island/Santiago.
The moai
T
his Polynesian island, a special
territory of Chile, is one of the
most remote inhabited islands in the
world. Its nearest inhabited neighbour is
Pitcairn Island, over 1,770km away, and
it lies 3,700kms off the coast of Chile.
© Shutterstock
EASTER ISLAND
Anakena
Ahu Akivi
Hanga
Roa
Orongo
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Ahu Tongariki
Ahu Akahanga
Ahu Vaihu
PACIFIC
OCEAN
Raised on “ahus” they have their backs to
the sea, watching the island’s inhabitants.
Explore iconic sites like Ahu Tongariki
with its 15 massive moai, or Rano Kau,
a volcano which was significant to the
Bird Man cult. With its blissful off-thegrid remoteness the island is perfect
for exploring on foot and the seas offer
magnificent visibility for snorkelling
and diving.
Days 1-3/4/6Easter Island
Arrive Hanga Roa, Easter Island where you are
met and transferred to explora Rapa Nui.
Over the next few days, explore the island with
an expert guide. Explorations can be chosen to
suit your individual requirements and abilities.
Just some of the sites you can explore include the
Rano Kau volcanic crater, the ruins of Orongo
- ceremonial site of Tangata Manu (Bird Man)
worship - and the many ahus or ancient rock
platforms which support the moai. You will stop
for a picnic lunch at a range of locations. BLD
Day 4, 5 or 7 Tour ends Easter Island
Morning at leisure before your flight. Tour ends. B
Named by a Dutch explorer who first
encountered the island on Easter Sunday
in 1722, this remarkable destination is best
known for its imposing moai – the 887
basalt statues that dot the landscape or
lie half-buried in the Rano Raraku quarry.
explora Rapu Nui
© explora
Easter Island • CHILE
Rano Kau volcano crater
© explora
Rapa Nui
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Hanga Roa
Hotel
TwinSingle
Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa (Kainga)
Jan-Mar
$3112$4592
Apr-Sep
$2557$4037
Altiplánico Rapa Nui (Superior Rm)
Jan-Apr & Oct-Dec $1597 $2786
May-Sep $1393 $2456
Hotel Puku Vai (Std Rm)
Jan-Dec
Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa
Built to blend into its environment, this new
hotel has panoramic views over the ocean. It is
located close to town and offers 75 rooms and
suites, restaurants, bars, a spa and outdoor pool.
Altiplánico Rapa Nui
Located near Hanga Roa with panoramic views
of the shoreline, this hotel is built in keeping
with the surrounding natural area. It features 17
rooms, luxurious gardens and a swimming pool.
$1279$2144
*For certain dates (Xmas, Easter & Public Holidays) programs
and rates are subject to change.
Price per person includes: 3 nights accommodation (B&B),
Easter Island airport/hotel transfers, 1 picnic lunch, private
sightseeing as per itinerary and entrance fee to Easter Island.
Day 1Hanga Roa
Arrive Hanga Roa and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2Hanga Roa
Morning tour to the Rano Kau Volcano and the
ceremonial site of Orongo, with its rock drawings
of the birdman “Tangata Manu” and the gods Make
Make and Komari. Return to the hotel for lunch
before an afternoon tour of Ahu Akivi with its 7
restored moai facing the sea. Overnight at hotel. B
Day 3Hanga Roa
Full day tour with picnic lunch to Ahu Akahanga
with 4 large fallen statues, as well as other moai sites
including Rano Raraku quarry and Ahu Tongariki
with its 15 massive statues. Also visit Anakena
beach. Return to the hotel for overnight. BL
Day 4Tour ends Hanga Roa
Transfer to the airport where our tour ends. B
Not included: Airfare Santiago/Easter Island/Santiago.
E
xplore the mysterious archaeological
sites of Easter Island, including Ahu
Akivi, where 7 large moai face out to
sea, the spectacular Rano Kau Volcano
site, Ahu Akahanga with its large fallen
moai, and the Rano Raraku quarry.
Altiplánico Rapa Nui
Hotel Puku Vai
Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa
© Hangaroa
© Hotel Altiplánico
© Hotel Puku Vai
Hotel Puku Vai
Designed to reflect the natural textures of its
surroundings, this stone and wood hotel has 13
rooms, a stunning pool and tropical garden, a bar
and restaurant and free Wi-Fi.
Bird carvings on the back of a moai
© Shutterstock
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Argentina • Buenos Aires CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS
Colourful La Boca, Buenos Aires
The National Congress, Buenos Aires
© Shutterstock
Buenos Aires
City Stay
Argentina
This fascinating country offers
everything from stunning wilderness
and ancient Inca sites to sophisticated
European-style cities. Argentina is easy
to travel in, so enjoy famous local wines
in the beautiful region of Mendoza,
stroll through stylish Buenos Aires and
charming colonial Salta, or visit the
mighty Iguazu Falls. Cruise or hike the
mountainous wonderland of Patagonia,
with its gorgeous fjords and famous
glaciers, or experience the life of a
gaucho at a traditional estancia. Nature
lovers can stay in an eco-lodge, and look
for exotic wildlife in the forests.
R
3 days/2 nights
enowned as the most elegant
and cosmopolitan city in South
America, Buenos Aires is made up of 47
fascinating neighbourhoods (barrios),
each with their own personality.
Founded in 1580 on the Rio de la Plata,
today it is a vibrant city of 12 million
people offering vibrant nightlife, tango,
culture, sports, shopping areas, delicious
beef and excellent wines.
© Shutterstock
Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt (Recoleta)
This beautiful deluxe hotel is situated on the
famous Avenida Alvear in Recoleta. The hotel
has 165 rooms and suites, restaurants, piano
lounge, bar, indoor pool, fitness studio and its
own art gallery.
Alvear Art Hotel (Retiro)
This innovative, urban-style addition to the
Alvear experience opened in 2013 in San Martin
Square. The hotel offers 139 elegant guest rooms
and suites, restaurant, bar, and spa & fitness
centre with panoramic city views.
Accommodation
Tour cost per person from:*
TwinSingle
May-Aug^
Alvear Palace Hotel (Palace Rm)
$1447 $2748
Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt (Park Dlx Rm) $1389 $2736
Alvear Art Hotel (Studio Rm)
$1051 $1976
Sofitel Buenos Aires (Superior Rm) $979 $1916
Legado Mítico (Classic Rm)
$937 $1834
Loi Suites (Studio Junior Rm)
$843 $1646
Casa Calma (Superior Rm)
$805 $1568
Mine Hotel (Classic Rm)
$709 $1378
Intersur Recoleta (Executive Rm)
$705 $1372
Moreno Hotel (Large Rm)
$659 $1280
Alvear Art Hotel Studio Room
© Alvear Art Hotel
*Prices not valid for public holidays and congress dates.
^Prices outside this date range on request.
Price per person includes: Private airport/hotel
transfers, 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast,
private half day city tour.
Famous La Recoleta Cemetery
Asuncion
Be
rm
ejo
R.
Salta
CHILE
Resistencia
Cerro
Santa Fe
Aconcagua
6962m Mendoza
Santiago
Rosario
Buenos Aires
Chic
o R.
Torres del
Paine N.P.
Punta Arenas
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Montevideo
Peninsula Valdes
Comodoro Rivadavia
SOUTH ATLANTIC
OCEAN
El Calafate
Strait of
Magellan
Ushuaia
© Sofitel
Sofitel Buenos Aires (Recoleta)
The Sofitel is a perfect blend of French Art Deco
elegance and Argentinean tradition within a
magnificent neoclassical building. It features 140
light and spacious rooms and is located in the
colourful and charming Retiro neighbourhood.
Mar del Plata
Bahia Blanca
Valdivia
Nahuel
Huapi
N.P.
Los Alerces
N.P.
Sofitel Buenos Aires
URUGUAY
ARGENTINA
Co
lora
do R
.
Foz do Iguaçu
Puerto Iguazú
BRAZIL
Para
na R
.
San Juan
Alvear Palace Hotel (Recoleta)
Situated in the most elegant part of Buenos
Aires, the Alvear Palace offers magnificent
architecture and refined luxury. The 192 guest
rooms and suites combine European elegance
with cutting edge technology.
© Shutterstock
FALKLAND
ISLANDS
Stanley
Alvear Palace Hotel
© Alvear Palace Hotel
Legado Mítico Buenos Aires (Palermo Soho)
This hotel is located in a neighbourhood known
for its period homes, restaurants, bars and small
theatres. It features 11 tastefully decorated
rooms, a comfortable breakfast room, lounge
with open fireplace, sun terrace and patio.
Buenos Aires CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS • Argentina
Experience an Evening Tango Show
Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel (Recoleta)
Situated in the exclusive Recoleta area, this chic
112 room hotel seamlessly combines an elegant
contemporary style and comfort. The hotel has a
restaurant, sauna, gym and indoor pool.
© Stephen Cameron
Buenos Aires Day Tours
Tour cost per person from:
TwinSingle
Apr-Aug*
Half day Buenos Aires City tourIncluded
Colonia, Uruguay full day tour
$679$924
Fiesta Gaucha full day tour
$542$903
Wine Tasting with Sommellier^
$410$745
Dinner & Evening Tango Show
$169$207
^Everyday except Sunday.
Price per person includes: Private transport to/from
hotel, private tours.
Loi Suites Recoleta Studio Junior Room
© Loi Suites
CasaCalma Wellness Hotel (Recoleta)
This eco-friendly hotel offers guests a tranquil
experience with 17 large rooms featuring double
jacuzzis. Surrounded by vertical gardens the hotel
is just 2 blocks from the Plaza San Martin.
Mine Hotel (Palermo)
This urban-chic townhouse hotel is located in
the heart of fashionable Palermo Soho. It has
20 contemporary rooms, an outdoor swimming
pool, gourmet bistro and offers free Wi-Fi access.
Half day Buenos Aires City tour
Highlights include the Plaza de Mayo, Monserrat,
San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, fashionable
Palermo and elegant Recoleta including the
famous La Recoleta Cemetery.
Colonia, Uruguay full day tour
Travel to the quaint town of Colonia in
Uruguay, a World Heritage site, and wander
old cobblestone streets and Spanish influenced
squares, churches, museums and restaurants.
© Shutterstock
Fiesta Gaucha full day tour
Experience traditional gaucho life at one of the
famous estancias outside Buenos Aires, with a
typical Argentine barbecue, gaucho music and
dancing, and displays of horsemanship.
Wine Tasting Tour with Sommelier
Enjoy a wine tasting with an experienced
sommelier at the historic 1920's El Querandi.
Dinner & Evening Tango Show
Enjoy a glamorous evening of Tango at one of
Buenos Aires’ famous tango restaurants. Dinner
included.
Hotel Intersur Recoleta Executive Room
Experience the cities famous bars and cafes
Picturesque street scene, Colonia, Uruguay
© Shutterstock
© Eurotur
Hotel Intersur Recoleta (Recoleta)
Located in Recoleta, one of the best suburbs in
Buenos Aires known for fabulous restaurants,
galleries and shops. Behind its classical façade the
hotel has 100 modern rooms along with a bar,
restaurant, sun deck, fitness centre and lounge.
Moreno Hotel Buenos Aires (San Telmo)
Situated in a heritage-listed Art Deco building,
Moreno Hotel offers 37 spacious ensuite rooms and
lofts with double height ceilings and contemporary
furnishings. The hotel has a renowned restaurant
and bar, free Wi-Fi and a terrace with city views.
Experience traditional Gaucho life
© Argentinian Tourist Office
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Argentina/BRAZIL • Iguazu Falls
Iguazu Falls
© Shutterstock
Iguazu Falls
3 days/2 nights
Hotel
Departs daily ex Iguazu or Iguassu
ex Argentina
TwinSingle
Apr-Aug
Sheraton Iguazú Resort & Spa $1042$1963
(Superior Falls View Room)
Sheraton Iguazú Resort & Spa $906$1693
(Superior Jungle View Room)
Apr-Jun & 02-31 Aug
Loi Suites (Studio Junior Room)
$836
$1555
01 Jan-23 Mar, 28 Mar-17 Jun & 21-30 Jun
Jardin Iguazu (Standard Room)
$606
$1059
ex Brazil
May-Jul
Belmond Hotel das Cataratas (Superior Room)
TwinSingle
Wish Resort Foz do Iguaçu (Superior Room)
$615$1037
$1042$1985
Feb-Jun # & Aug
Recanto Cataratas Thermas Resort$589 $983
(Standard Room)
*Prices outside these date ranges on request.
# Higher rates apply 06-09 Feb, 24-27 Mar, 21-24 Apr,
26-29 May & 12-15 Nov.
Price per person includes: Private airport transfers
and tours as per itinerary, 2 nights accommodation with
breakfast, naturalist guide, entrance fees to National Park.
O
ver 70m high with 275 cascades,
the Iguazu Falls are amongst the
largest, most beautiful waterfalls in the
world. Spreading in a horseshoe shape
over 2.7kms of the Iguazu River, which
forms the Argentina/Brazil border, two
thirds of the falls lie on the Argentine
side, while the most iconic view of Iguazu
– the panoramic Devil’s Throat – can be
savoured from Brazil. You can explore the
entire Iguazu Falls from either country.
Day 1Iguazu Falls
Arrival transfer from Iguazu (Argentina) or
Iguassu (Brazil) airports to your chosen hotel.
The remainder of the day is free to relax.
ACCOMMODATION - argentina
Sheraton Iguazú Resort & Spa
Offering guests Sheraton’s renowned 5 star
service the hotel is walking distance from the falls.
Amenities include 176 guest rooms and suites, spa
centre, gym, restaurants, bar, indoor and outdoor
swimming pools as well as tennis facilities.
Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel
Hidden in the jungle 15 minutes from Iguazu
Falls, this hotels 159 rooms have stunning views
of their tropical surrounds. The hotel has a
restaurant, tiki pool bar, internet access, shaded
outdoor pools, spa, gym and kids playroom. Daily
excursions available include hiking and kayaking.
Day 2Iguazu Falls
Argentina: Experience a full day tour of the
Argentine Falls, where you can hike forested
cliffside paths and feel the tremendous spray. B
OR
Brazil: Enjoy a half-day walking tour with
spectacular vistas of Devil’s Throat. B
Day 3Tour ends Iguazu
Day at leisure or optional visit to Argentinean
or Brazilian side of the Falls (additional cost).
Transfer to airport. Tour ends. B
OPTIONAL TOURS
Tour cost from:
Per Person
Jan-Aug*
The Great Adventure (ex Arg)$120
Helicopter Tour (ex Brazil)$256
Macuco Safari (ex Brazil)$200
Bird Park (ex Brazil)^$60
Shared tours. Please contact us for details.
^Bird Park includes entry fee to park only.
Loi Suites
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Sheraton - Superior Falls View Room
© Sheraton
Iguazu Falls • Argentina/BRAZIL
Jardin de Iguazu
Situated at the heart of the city of Puerto
Iguazu, this charming hotel is located just a few
blocks from Avenida Costanera. Each of the
21 rooms is well-equipped and the hotel’s
facilities include a bar, beautiful swimming
pool and free Wi-Fi.
ACCOMMODATION - brazil
Belmond Hotel das Cataratas
The only hotel within the Falls National Park
(Brazil side), this Portuguese-colonial influenced
hotel is surrounded by lush gardens and has 193
rooms, a pool, 2 restaurants, bar, tennis court
and wireless internet access.
Wish Resort Foz do Iguaçu
This elegant 5-star hotel is located on an
18-hole golf course in Foz do Iguaçu. It has
220 contemporary air-conditioned rooms, 3
restaurants, 2 bars, a tennis court, gym, multiple
swimming pools and Wi-Fi.
Jardin de Iguazu
© Jardin de Iguazu
Wish Resort Foz do Iguaçu
© Wish Resort Foz do Iguaçu
Recanto Cataratas Thermas Resort &
Convention
Located in downtown Iguassu on the Brazilian
side of the falls, this 300-room hotel sprawls
around beautifully landscaped grounds with
a pool, restaurant, lounge bar and spa/health
club. It also offers a comprehensive choice of
activities onsite.
Iguazu Falls lookout point
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PARAGUAY
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Argentina • Iguazu Falls eco-lodges
Yacutinga Lodge
3 days/2 nights
Departs ex Iguazu
01 Jan-02 May & 06 Jul-31 Aug
01 Sep-23 Dec & 26-30 Dec*
TwinSingle
$1158 $1576
$1170 $1598
*The lodge is closed 03 May-05 Jul.
^Rates are provisional and subject to change.
Price per person includes: Return transfer by road from
Iguazu to Yacutinga Lodge & Wildlife Reserve, full board
accommodation (excl. drinks), guided walking and boat
excursions.
E
Don Puerto Bemberg Lodge
xperience Argentina’s amazing
biodiversity at Yacutinga, a remote
eco-lodge nestled in luxuriant rainforest
just 80kms from Iguazu Falls. Designed
to blend into the natural environment,
Yacutinga’s lounge, restaurant, bar,
20 guest rooms and one suite are
dispersed across just 4 of the property’s
570 acres. With the help of local guides,
guests tour the pristine private reserve
surrounding the lodge to spot creatures
such as butterflies, toucans and
hummingbirds, and to learn about the
exotic plants native to the area.
© Don Puerto Bemberg
Don Puerto
Bemberg Lodge
3 days/2 nights
Departs ex Iguazu
Jan-Aug
Sep-Dec^
TwinSingle
$1010$2010
$1032$2058
Price per person includes: Return transfer by road from
Iguazu Airport to Don Puerto Bemberg Lodge, full board
accommodation, non-alcoholic drinks during meal times and
all activities.
Don Puerto Bemberg Superior Room
L
ocated just 35km from Iguazu Falls,
surrounded by subtropical jungle,
is Don Puerto Bemberg Lodge. This
colonial style posada has 14 gracefully
furnished guestrooms that pair tasteful
handcrafted furniture with modern
amenities. Rooms feature outdoor patios
and large windows providing picturesque
views over the Parana River.
Day 1
Yacutinga Lodge
Transfer by road from vibrant Iguazu for the
80km road journey passing small towns and virgin
forests enroute to Yacutinga. D
Day 2
Yacutinga Lodge
Start early and travel by boat into the heart
of the nature reserve, observing bird, plant
and animal life. Spend the afternoon at the
pool, climbing scenic observation towers or
following forest trails before embarking on an
interpretive guided walk. BLD
Don Puerto Bemberg river excursion
Day 3Tour ends Puerto Iguazu
After breakfast, enjoy leisure time before
returning to Iguazu by early afternoon. B
Enjoy fresh meals made with ingredients
sourced from the hotel's farm, swim in
the outdoor pool that is nestled in the
rainforest, navigate the surrounding
waterways or ride a bike along the jungle
trails looking out for birds and wildlife.
Day 1
Depart Iguazu Airport for the lodge. After lunch
visit the Viewpoint - a wooden runway high
among the treetops. LD
Day 2
Choose from one of the many activities available.
Motorboat down the Parana River, navigate along
the Urugua-I, visit Azul and Bella Vista Falls or
take a jungle trek or bike ride. BLD
Guided rainforest exploration
© Yacutinga Lodge
Day 3Tour ends Iguazu
Depart the lodge for Iguazu Airport where your
tour ends. B
Iguazu Falls
Posada Puerto Bemberg
Yacutinga Lodge
Puerto Iguazu
PARAGUAY
Posada
EN
ARGENTINA
G
R
A
Ibera Wetlands
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Yacutinga Lodge Lobby Fireplace
© Yacutinga Lodge
Stunning Glasswing Butterfly
© Yacutinga Lodge
ibera marshes, IGUAZU & WILDLIFE • Argentina
Ibera Marshes,
Iguazu & Wildlife
6 days/5 nights
Hosteria or Posada/Hotel
Departs ex Posadas Airport
Tour cost per person:*^
Jan-Feb
Mar
Apr-Aug
Sep-Dec
AB
$4222$4174
$4487$4114
$4860$4506
$4990$4635
^Rates not valid over public holidays
A Posada Aguape, Panoramic Iguazu
B Rincon del Socorro, Panoramic Iguazu
Price per person includes: 5 nights accommodation,
meals, transfers and activities with local English speaking
guide as per itinerary.
T
his journey will take you from the
vast, wildlife-rich savannahs and
wetlands of the Ibera Marshes to the
ruins of an ancient Jesuit Mission and the
amazing Iguazu Falls. Accommodation
includes the Hosteria Rincón del Socorro,
in a 150,000 hectare private nature
reserve on the edge of the vast Esteros
Del Iberá, or Posada de la Laguna which is
located within the Ibera Natural Reserve.
Ibera Marshes caiman
© Shutterstock
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1Ibera
Depart Posadas Airport with your driver/guide.
Drive to your accommodation in the Ibera
Marshes, a vast wilderness with spectacular
birdlife and animals such as freshwater otters,
caiman (alligators), Marsh Deer, Capybaras and
the endangered Maned Wolf. D
Day 2Ibera
Explore the beautiful nature reserve on horse
back with a local guide. Learn about the behaviour
and migration patterns of the diverse bird species
that populate this area. Return to your hotel. BLD
Day 3Ibera
Set out on a boat excursion on the lagoon, take a
walk along one of the nearby trails or a canoe ride
keeping a look out for the many different species
of birds and wildlife that inhabit the marshes.
Return to your accommodation for overnight. BLD
Day 4
Puerto Iguazu
4WD transfer to the ruins of the San Ignacio Miní
mission, a World Heritage site built by the Jesuits in
the 17th and 18th century. After lunch, continue on
to Puerto Iguazu, gateway to the Iguazu Falls. BL
Day 5
Puerto Iguazu
Enjoy a full day excursion on the Argentine side of
the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Encounter an amazing
variety of ferns, orchids, birds and butterflies on
the surrounding forest trails. Included is a short
boat ride to reach the San Martin waterfalls, and a
ride on a 4WD truck for a jungle safari along the
Macuco trail. Return to the hotel for overnight. B
Day 6 Tour ends Puerto Iguazu
Morning visit to the Brazilian side of the falls.
Transfer to the airport. Tour ends. B
Jesuit Ruins
© Shutterstock
Male Marsh Deer, Ibera Swamps
© Shutterstock
Capybara family
Incredible birdlife of the Ibera Marshes
© Edwin E. Harvey: www.flickr.com/eeh
© Rincon del Soccoro
Stunning Iguazu Falls
© Shutterstock
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Argentina • SALTA & CAFAYATE
Calchaquí Valley, Salta
The Hill of Seven Colours, Purmamarca
© Eurotur
Salta & Cafayate
© Shutterstock
Day 2Cafayate
Depart for Cafayate through quaint villages,
across spectacular mountains ranges and via
Cuesta del Obispo with its incredible panoramic
valley views. Wander the town of San Jose de
Cachi, known for its colonial architecture. On
arrival in Cafayate, visit a wine cellar and enjoy a
tasting. Overnight Cafayate. B
6 days/5 nights
Hotels/Estancias
Departs daily ex Salta
Tour cost per person (Min 2):*^ Cat A Cat B
Jan-Feb & May-Aug
$2943 $2619
Mar-Apr
$2984$2619
Sep-Dec
$3327$2938
*Prices for single travellers on request.
^Rates not valid for Public Holidays.
A Legado Mito/Grace Cafayate
B Villa Vicuna/Patios de Cafayate
Price per person includes: Return airport/hotel transfer
in Salta, 5 nights accommodation at selected hotels in
Salta and Cafayate on a B&B basis and sightseeing as per
itinerary.
F
rom historic Salta explore
Argentina's most impressive and
beautiful landscapes - the Calchaqui
Valleys, scattered with ancient preColombian ruins. Visit the lovely village
of Cafayate, taste the local wines, and
explore picturesque colonial towns.
Day 1
Salta
Arrive Salta, transfer to hotel. Afternoon tour
of Salta's gorgeous Spanish architecture, the best
preserved in Argentina.
Day 3Cafayate
Explore the beautiful 17th century colonial
town of Cafayate, renowned for its quality wine
production, preserved historic monuments and
spectacular scenery of grape vines set against a
backdrop of soaring mountains. B
Small church near Cafayate
© Shutterstock
Days 4/5 Salta
Drive through panoramic valleys and along
Quebrada de las Conchas with its curious rock
formations to Salta visiting small townships along
the way. On day 5 cross breathtaking highlands,
visit pre-Incan remains and explore historic
colonial towns including Purmamarca to see the
Hill of Seven Colours, Humahuaca (2939m) with
its mud houses and cobblestone streets, the
pre-Colombian fortress and museum of Inca art
at Tilcara and the historic churches at Uquia and
San Salvador de Jujuy. Overnight Salta. B
Day 6Tour ends Salta
After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Tour ends. B
Iglesia San Francisco, Salta
© Eurotur
Boutique salta
Ask us about these boutique properties:
the romantic ranch-style House of
Jasmines; the idyllic El Manatial del Silencio
at Purmamarca set in stunning scenery, and
the luxury retreat Patios de Cafayate.
Stunning Salta landscapes
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Patios de Cafayate
WINE REGIONS • Argentina/URUGUAY
Mendoza
4 days/3 nights
Hotel/Estancia
Departs daily ex Mendoza
Tour cost per person (Min 2):*^
Jan-Mar
Apr
May-Dec
Cat A Cat B
$2635$1560
$2878$1805
$3218$1826
*Single travellers prices on request.
^Rates not valid for Public Holidays.
A
The Vines/Park Hyatt Hotel
B
Posada Salentein/Executive Hotel
Price per person includes: Return transfers airport/
hotel, 3 nights accommodation, meals as per itinerary,
Mendoza city tour with English speaking guide.
N
estled between arid mountains and
desert, Mendoza produces 70% of
Argentina’s wines. It is also the gateway
to Aconcagua, the highest peak in the
Andes and a wonderful base to explore
vineyards, sample locally grown produce
and visit pre-Columbian ruins.
Mendoza - Argentina's wine capital
Days 1/2Uco Valley
Arrive Mendoza and drive to the stunning Uco
Valley - a region famous for producing high
quality wine. Enjoy winery visits (additional cost),
hikes and sightseeing. D/BD
© Eurotur
Western
Vineyards of
Uruguay
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Buenos Aires
*Not valid during special dates & national holidays.
Hydrofoil rate is provisional and subject to change.
Day 3Carmelo
Morning at leisure. Enjoy a picnic lunch amongst
grape vines, and a late afternoon wine and cheese
sampling. BL
Price includes: Hydrofoil ticket Buenos Aires to Colonia
return, transfers and tours as per itinerary, 1 night
accommodation in Colonia, 2 nights accommodation in
Carmelo, meals as per itinerary.
Day 4Tour ends Buenos Aires
Transfer to Colonia's port for return hydrofoil
journey to Buenos Aires. Tour ends. B
Tour cost per person (Min 2):*
15 Jan-15 Dec
Posada Salentein
Day 2Carmelo
After breakfast transfer to Carmelo. Visit Jesuit
ruins where the Uruguayan history of wine
began, as well as boutique family-run wineries
for tastings, and depending on the season, to see
harvesting and bottling. Afterwards continue to
Narbona Wine Lodge for the night. BLD
Twin Single
$2313 $3093
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© Posada Salentein
Day 3Mendoza
Drive to Mendoza and check into your hotel.
Afternoon tour of this interesting city founded
over 400 years ago by the Spanish. B
Day 4Tour ends Mendoza
Breakfast at the hotel before transfer to the
airport. Tour ends. B
Note: This tour can easily be extended
with extra nights in Mendoza, or stay at the
prestigious Cavas Wine Lodge, a Relais &
Chateaux retreat with gourmet restaurant and
fine wine cellar 30 minutes from Mendoza. Prices
on application.
xplore the World Heritage city of
Colonia del Sacramento as well as
some of Uruguay's beautiful vineyards in
the fertile west of the country. En route
you will experience an ancient wine and
gastronomic heritage, stretching back 250
years to the first Spanish, Italian and Swiss
immigrants. Stop at wineries and farms to
taste the famous "Tannat" wines.
Day 1Colonia del Sacramento
Depart Buenos Aires by hydrofoil to Colonia
del Sacramento. Enjoy an afternoon tour of
the cobblestoned Barrio Histórico, lined with
buildings from its time as a Portuguese settlement.
Unloading grapes at a winery
© Lares Tours
PARAGUAY
CHILE
Purmamarca
Salta
Cafayate
ARGENTINA
Córdoba
Santa Fe
URUGUAY
Mendoza
Tupungato
BRAZIL
Rosario
Buenos
Aires
Colonia
Montevideo
Loading grapes on to a Model T Ford
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PATAGONIA
Located in Argentina and Chile,
Patagonia is a natural wonderland
comprising the southernmost region
of South America. It is a spectacular
landscape of dramatic mountains, giant
glaciers that calve into icy waters,
cascading waterfalls, secluded lakes
and beech forests. It is also an area rich
with wildlife including seals, humpback
whales, pumas, condors and guanacos.
The best time to visit Patagonia is
between October and April.
Highlights
Spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier; scenic
wonders of Los Glaciares National Park;
stunning landscapes of Torres del Paine;
breathtaking scenery of the Lakes District.
Climate
The weather is at its warmest and the hours
of daylight at their longest (18 hours) during
the summer months of Nov-Mar. This is
also the windiest and busiest time of year.
Winter provides clear views, less wind and
fewer tourists, however temperatures can be
extremely cold.
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Pristine Patagonia
Torres Del Paine National Park in Patagonia was
incredible! I had never seen anything like it before.
This was one of the most awesome
trips I have ever been on.
Maria-Luisa Scala
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ArgentinIaN PATAGONIA • PERITO MORENO
Breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier
© Shutterstock
Perito Moreno
Glacier
ACCOMMODATION
4 days/3 nights
Departs daily ex El Calafate
16 Oct-30 Dec
Xelena (Std Room Lake View)
Esplendor (Concept Room)
Imago (Std Room)
El Quijote Hotel (Std Room)
TwinSingle
$1598
$1472
$1316
$1316
$2557
$2302
$1993
$1870
Xelena Hotel
Set on the shores of Lake Argentino this
hotel offers unparalleled views of the stunning
surrounds. All 71 suites have king sized beds and
private jacuzzis. The hotel has a cafe, restaurant,
bar, heated indoor pool, gym and spa complete
with dry sauna and treatment rooms.
Esplendor
This boutique hotel sits on a hill overlooking Lake
Argentino and is decorated in avant-garde style
with natural stone, timber, native plaster and
modern fabrics. The Esplendor offers 57 ensuite
rooms and suites, a restaurant and bar serving
local cuisine and signature cocktails, spa and pool.
Price per person includes: Airport/hotel private
transfers, bed & breakfast accommodation in El Calafate,
shared excursions as per itinerary (certain excursions are
dependent on season and might not run year round), park
fees, services of English speaking guide.
E
xplore the wonders of Los Glaciares
National Park where the famous
Perito Moreno Glacier calves huge
chunks of ice into the lake below. Cruise
amongst the icebergs and travel by boat
to the stunning Upsala Glacier.
Xelena Hotel Standard Room
Esplendor El Calafate
© Xelena Hotel
Imago Hotel & Spa
Located next to the Los Glaciares National Park,
the stylishly rugged Imago Hotel & Spa has 54
guest rooms equipped with private bathrooms
and views of Lake Argentino and the rolling hills.
Hotel features include a swimming pool, fitness
area, spa, bar and restaurant.
Day 1El Calafate
Arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel.
Afternoon 4WD excursion to Cerro Frias for
magnificent views.
Day 2El Calafate
Full day excursion to the stunning Perito Moreno
Glacier with a nautical safari for a completely
different view of the glacier from the waters
of the Rico Arm. Alternatively experience an
optional mini ice-trekking activity on the glacier
(additional cost). Overnight at your hotel. B
Viewing Perito Moreno Glacier
Quijote Hotel
Centrally located in El Calafate, this family operated
hotel is decorated in the style of an old ranch. It
offers 119 modern rooms with Wi-Fi access, cable
television, private bathrooms and a minibar. Other
facilities include a bar and breakfast cafe.
© Shutterstock
Day 3El Calafate
Transfer to Puerto Punta Bandera for a boat
excursion to the Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers.
After lunch return to your hotel for overnight. B
Day 4Tour ends El Calafate
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B
Ice-trekking, Perito Moreno Glacier
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Stunning glacial bridge, Perito Moreno Glacier
© Shutterstock
Lodges & USHUAIA • ArgentinIaN PATAGONIA
Eolo Lodge
3 days/2 nights
Closed 26 Apr-05 Oct
03 Jan-25 Apr
26 Apr-05 Oct
06 Oct-20 Dec
21 Dec-31 Dec
TwinSingle
$1586 $2572
Closed
$1668 $2702
$2420 $3822
Price per person includes: Return transfer El Calafate
airport to Eolo, full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch,
lunch boxes for excursions, tea and dinner), non alcoholic
drinks, use of lodge amenities, guided outdoor excursions
on estancia and internet.
D
iscover the spirit of Patagonia at
the renowned Eolo Lodge, situated
on a 3,000 hectare estancia between
El Calafate and the Perito Moreno
Glacier. Built in the traditional manner
but with stylish, modern amenities, this
spacious country lodge offers panoramic
views and a range of excursions
conducted by professional guides.
Days 1/2Eolo
Arrival transfer from El Calafate airport to
Eolo. The lodge offers 17 suites with central
heating and ensuite bathroom, a main living room
overlooking the valley, gourmet restaurant, bar,
library, indoor pool and sauna. Experienced
staff make your stay special with a program of
activities including discussions on glaciology,
regional flora and fauna and indigenous customs.
Enjoy excursions on the estancia including
trekking, mountain biking and birdwatching.
Other activities are available at extra cost:
Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier or El
Chaltén, Upsala Glacier cruise, horse back rides,
4WD trip to Mt. Frias. LD, BLD
Transfer to El Calafate airport. Tour ends. B
Eolo Lodge
© Eolo Lodge
Ushuaia City Stay
2 days/1 night
07 Jan-31 Mar & 01 Nov-21 Dec
Los Cauquenes (Std Mountain View Rm)
Las Hayas Resort Hotel (Std Rm)
Hotel Albatros (Std Rm)^
TwinSingle
$628 $981
$502 $739
$480 $685
^Rates provisional and subject to change.
Price per person includes: Shared transfer airport to
hotel, 1 night accommodation with breakfast and half day
shared National Park tour with End of the World Train.
S
ituated on the famous Beagle Channel
at the southern tip of Argentina,
Ushuaia is the world's southernmost city.
Against the dramatic backdrop of the
majestic Martial Mountains, the city is
surrounded by nature and is perfect for
wildlife and eco adventures. Ushuaia is
also the starting point for most Antarctic
cruises. Not to be missed is the Tierra
del Fuego National Park, which can be
reached by the End of the World Train.
ACCOMMODATION
Tierra del Fuego National Park
© Shutterstock
Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa
Just 15 minutes from Ushuaia, this 'Small Luxury
Hotels of the World' resort is located on the
shores of the Beagle Channel. The hotel offers
personalized service and 54 well-equipped guest
rooms including 5 suites with sea or mountain
views. Facilities include a restaurant, wine bar,
spa, pool, gym and private beach access.
Las Hayas Resort Hotel
Situated on a hill with panoramic views over
the city and the Beagle Channel this old-world
hotel offers a good range of facilities including 93
ensuite rooms and suites decorated in European
style. There is a formal restaurant, a long and
spacious lounge, bar, lovely spa, sauna and pool.
Hotel Albatros
This comfortable 3.5 star hotel is situated on
the waterfront in Ushuaia opposite the port
and close to shops and restaurants. It offers 78
rooms and suites with ensuite bathroom and highspeed internet. Amenities include room service,
brasserie, lounge/bar, spa, gym and sauna.
Las Hayas Resort Hotel
© Los Hayas
Ushuaia - The world's southernmost city
© Shutterstock
ARGENTINA
Mt Fitz Roy
Eolo
Torres del
Paine N.P.
El Calafate
Santa Cruz
Los Glaciares N.P.
Puerto
Natales
Rio Gallegos
Puta Delgado
Punta Arenas
CHILE
ATLANTIC
OCEAN
Rio Grande
Ushuaia
Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa
Ushuaia National Park
Tierra del
Fuego
© Los Cauquenes
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ArgentinIaN PATAGONIA • Los Glaciares n.p.
The stunning scenery of Los Glaciares National Park
© Shutterstock
Los Glaciares
Experience
Day 3El Chalten
Take a scheduled bus across the steppes of
Patagonia to the picturesque village of
El Chalten (220km) at the foot of the mighty
Monte Fitz Roy in the northern part of Los
Glaciares National Park. Overnight at your lodge.
6 days/5 nights
Hotel/Estancia
Season: October - April
Nov-Dec*^
Option A
Option B
Option C
Days 4/5El Chalten
Enjoy a guided hike within the national park
with views of Monte Fitz Roy. Day 5 at leisure
Overnight El Chalten.
After breakfast return to El Calafate by
scheduled bus. Tour ends.
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Fitz Roy
Vi
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Gl
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$2178$3708
$1898$3000
$1578$2508
Moyana Glacier
^Rates not valid for Carnival, Easter, Christmas and New Year's.
El Chaltén
Lago
Viedma
AXelena Hotel/Destino Sur
BEsplendor Calafate Hotel/Senderos Hosteria
Upsala Glacier
C Rochester Hotel/La Aldea
Price per person includes: Scheduled airport transfers in
El Calafate, private transfers to/from bus station in
El Calafate and El Chalten, accommodation on a B&B basis,
regular bus ticket El Calafate - El Chalten return, shared
tours as per itinerary, entrance fees to National Park,
services of English speaking guide.
Lago
Argentino
El Calafate
Stunning peaks of Cerro Torre
© Shutterstock
E
xplore the scenic wonders of
Argentina's Los Glaciares National
Park, home to 47 spectacular glaciers
including the renowned Perito Moreno
Glacier, one of the largest in South
America. Take day hikes through stunning
mountain scenery near El Chalten, with
dramatic views of the towering granite
spires of Monte Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre.
Day 1El Calafate
Arrive El Calafate, gateway to the World
Heritage site of Los Glaciares National Park.
Afternoon free to explore the town. Check into
your hotel for 2 nights.
Day 2El Calafate
Full day tour to the famous Perito Moreno Glacier,
which can be viewed from different vantage points.
Sometimes huge chunks of ice break off and fall
into Lake Argentino. Overnight El Calafate.
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ARGENTINA
Perito Moreno Glacier
© Taleen Gaidzkar
Perito Moreno Glacier
LAKES DISTRICT • CHILEAN/ArgentinIaN PATAGONIA
Boutique
Bariloche
T
3 days/2 nights
Hotels/Estancias
Daily ex Bariloche
he “Switzerland of Argentina”
Bariloche has stunning scenery,
world class accommodation and excellent
skiing. Ramble, cycle or horseback ride
through the alpine scenery or simply
relax and enjoy the lodge facilities.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort
15-31 Aug & 01 Nov-19 Dec
Apr-Jun & Sep-Oct †
TwinSingle
$1012 $2032
$810$1622
El Casco Art Hotel
01 Apr-02 Jul, 17 Aug-08 Oct
& 12 Oct-18 Dec^
$962 $1936
Aldebaran Hotel & Spa
Apr-Jun & Sep-Oct
$818 $1644
Crossing the
Lakes
Design Suites
01-23 Mar, 28 Mar-14 Jun & 14 Sep-23 Dec $526 $1052
†Special rate only valid with minimum 2 night stay.
Price per person includes: Return private transfers
airport to hotel, 2 nights accommodation with breakfast.
ACCOMMODATION
This famous 1940’s resort hotel is situated on
a hill with views over Lake Nahuel Huapi. It
has 205 rooms including suites and cabins, 4
restaurants, bar, lounge, fitness centre, pool,
golf course, watersports, mountain biking, hiking
and yoga.
El Casco Art Hotel
This luxurious lake-front hotel is home to an
incredible collection of Argentine artworks.
Each of the 33 guest rooms is decorated with
work from a different artist. Guests can enjoy
gourmet cuisine in the restaurant, or relax in
the Cava wine bar.
Aldebaran Hotel & Spa
Just 23kms from Bariloche, this hotel
offers friendly, personalised service and 10
rustic but elegant guestrooms. There is an
excellent restaurant, a spa, sauna and heated
pool. Activities include hiking, kayaking and
mountaineering.
Design Suites
This contemporary style hotel overlooks
beautiful Lake Nahuel Huapi. Just 2kms from
town, it offers panoramic views, 78 ensuite
guestrooms, wine bar, restaurant, pools, dry
sauna and health club.
Terrace view - Alderbaran Hotel & Spa
© Alderbaran
© Shutterstock
5 days/4 nights
Hotels
Departs daily ex Puerto Montt
to Bariloche or v.v.
Cat A
01 Apr-26 Jun & 01 Sep-19 Dec^ $1754
Puerto Pañuelo. Arrival transfer by shuttle bus to
your hotel in Bariloche. Overnight in Bariloche. B
Day 5Tour ends Bariloche
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Tour ends. B
Note: During winter (May-Aug) a night in Peulla
is recommended, doing the lake crossing in 2 days
Cat B Cat C
$1584 $1525
^Prices outside these date ranges on request.
Lakes Crossing does not operate 01 May.
A Hotel Patagonico, Petrohué Lodge, Hotel Llao Llao
B Hotel Cumbres, Petrohué Lodge, Hotel Nahuel Huapi
B Hotel Solace, Petrohué Lodge, Kenton Palace
Price per person includes: Airport/hotel transfers, hotel
accommodation with breakfast (Full board at Petrohue
Lodge), transfers and excursions as per itinerary, entrance
fees, local English speaking guide.
E
xperience the breathtaking scenery
of the Lake District as you cross by
boat and bus from Chile to Argentina via a
necklace of pristine lakes. Traverse snowcapped mountains and virgin forest to
Bariloche, the “Switzerland of Argentina”.
Day 1
Puerto Varas
Arrival transfer from Puerto Montt through the
wild territories of the Chilean Lake District to
the beautiful city of Puerto Varas with views of
Osorno Volcano and the Llanquihue Lake.
Petrohué Lodge
Franz Schirmer Otondo
Tierra Chiloe
The striking avant-garde design of Tierra
Chiloe offers an enticing contrast to
the undulating island landscape of its
surrounds. With only 12 rooms this resort
in Northern Patagonia offers guests
spacious retreats, relaxing common
areas and the opportunity to undertake
explorations of Chiloe’s cultural and
natural heritage. Guided excursions
include horse riding, sailing in a traditional
boat, treks, cultural visits and cycling.
Days 2/3 Petrohué Lodge
Drive to the charming and comfortable Petrohué
Lodge. The hotel is situated inside Chile’s Vicente
Pérez Rosales National Park, just on the shore
of Lake Todos los Santos. Over the next 2 days
choose from a range of optional activities such as
kayaking, a catamaran trip to an isolated village,
hiking explorations including the stunning Petrohué
Falls and cultural excursions. All of these activities
take place in the beautiful setting of the Vicente
Perez Rosales National Park. BLD
Day 4
Bariloche
Cross Todos los Santos Lake by catamaran into
Argentina with magnificent views of the Osorno,
Puntiagudo and Tronador Volcanoes. Disembark in
Peulla before driving by bus to Puerto Frías. Board
a boat to cross Lake Frías to the village of Puerto
Alegre, from where you will continue by bus
through a beautiful Andean larch forest to Puerto
Blest. Here you will again board a motor catamaran
for your last crossing on Lake Nahuel Huapi to
Lake Rupanco
Lake Nahuel
Huapi
Osorno
Volcano LakeTodos Puerto
Blest
2652m los Santos
Lake
Llanquihue
Puerto
Varas
Puerto
Montt
Petrohue
Peulla
Puerto Alegre
L. Frias
Puerto Frias
CHILE
Calbuco Volcano
2015m
Lake
Chapo
Puerto
Panuelo Bariloche
Lake
Tagua
ARGENTINA
Crossing the Lakes
Bus
Catamaran/Boat
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CHILEAN PATAGONIA • vira vira & Torres Del Paine
The Singular
Patagonia
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Punta Arenas
Hotel
Singular Room
Jan-Apr
May-Aug
Sep-19 Dec
TwinSingle
$3300$4408
Closed
$3531
$4731
Price per person includes: Return scheduled transfers
from Punta Arenas, accommodation, all meals, house wine,
daily activities and excursions with bilingual guides.
S
ituated in a former cold storage
plant built in the early 20th century,
The Singular Patagonia absolutely lives
up to its name. Expertly designed and
decorated to make use of the original
features of its rustically beautiful structure
and location, The Singular Patagonia
artfully combines modern convenience
and comfort with historic character.
Explore stunning National Parks from Hotel Vira Vira
© Hotel Vira Vira
Hacienda Hotel
Vira Vira
Excursions are graded easy, moderate or
difficult according to the level of physical activity
required. A range of excursions are included in
your tariff, and you can consult with Vira Vira
staff to decide the best choice of excursions for
you, based on interests, fitness and time frame.
Maybe you will explore the farm surrounds on
horseback, or spend the day working on the
farm and see its cheese making facilities. Venture
further afield with walks in the nearby national
park, sailing on Villarrica Lake or cycling at the
foot of the Villarrica Volcano. BLD
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Temuco
Hotel
Hacienda Room
Jan-Feb
01 Mar-14 Dec
TwinSingle
$2270$3405
$2539
$3808
from Temuco airport, accommodation, all meals, house
wine, daily activities and excursions with bilingual guides.
Day 4Tour ends
After breakfast enjoy your last hours at Vira Vira
before your transfer back to Temuco airport. B
D
escribed as a place that embodies
the ‘Elegance of Adventure’, Vira
Vira offers guests the chance to enjoy
exciting excursions, view breathtaking
landscapes and experience an intimate
insight into rural Patagonian life. Vira
Vira is a 40 hectare working farm set
amongst dramatic volcanic landscapes,
national parks and meandering rivers.
A range of room types is offered (18
guest rooms), and Vira Vira’s restaurant
serves a changing menu of dishes using
farm-sourced produce accompanied by
Chilean wines. Guests can choose from
a range of activities, many of which are
included in the room tariff.
Hotel Vira Vira
© Hotel Vira Vira
The hotel’s 57 rooms and suites exude
simple luxury, providing comfort and
style without pretence. Guests can
indulge in the renowned restaurant that
offers stunning views, and an exciting
exploration of Patagonian cuisine using
fresh, local ingredients. In order to work
up an appetite guests can choose from a
range of excursions.
Days 1-3The Singular
Transfer from Punta Arenas to The Singular.
Explore the stunning property that will be your
home for the next few days before meeting with
a guide to plan your excursions.
The setting of The Singular means it is ideally
located to reach many of southern Patagonia’s
most beautiful sites including the Torres del Paine
National Park, Balmaceda Glacier, Grey Glacier and
the Mylodon Caves. Excursions are graded from
easy to difficult and your guide will consult with you
about which excursions best suit your capabilities
and interests. When at the lodge guests can enjoy
the Spa which overlooks the fjords, the fascinating
artefacts on display throughout the hotel and a
renowned restaurant and wine list. BLD
Day 4 Tour ends
After breakfast prepare to leave The Singular.
Transfer back to Punta Arenas. Tour ends. B
Days 1-3Vira Vira
Transfer from Temuco Airport to Vira Vira.
Settle into your room then explore your
surrounds or decide on the excursions you will
undertake during your stay.
Temuco
Lake
Villarrica
Pucon
Valdivia
Lake
Ranco
CHILE
Lake Llanquihue
Puerto Montt
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Vira Vira
Lake Panguipulli
ARGENTINA
Petrohue
Lake Nahuel
Huapi
Bariloche
Hotel The Singular Patagonia
© Hotel The Singular
Torres Del Paine • CHILEAN PATAGONIA
Torres del Paine
© Chile Tourism
Balmaceda
Glacier & Torres
del Paine
6 days/5 nights
Departs daily ex Punta Arenas
Hotel/Hosteria
Operates 15 Oct - 31 Mar
Jan-Feb
Mar
15-31 Oct
01 Nov-19 Dec
Hotel Altiplanico
Nestled into the hillside overlooking the Ultima
Esperanza Gulf and the Baquedano Glacier,
Altiplanico Sur in Puerto Natales offers an
experience that combines awe-inspiring nature
with Altiplanico charm. Situated close to Puerto
Natales the hotel offers 22 stylish but cosy
ensuite guest rooms, a restaurant/bar and a
relaxing outdoor hot tub.
Hosteria Las Torres
Please see page 68 for a description of this hotel.
AB
$4162$3720
$3856$3456
$4008
$3671
$4411
$3947
Days 3-5 Torres del Paine NP
Walk on forest trails through a breathtaking
landscape with views of the granite towers of
the Torres del Paine. Cruise on Lake Grey to see
beautiful Grey Glacier. Enjoy short walks through
the National Park to experience the unique flora
and fauna of this region. Accommodation at
Hosteria Las Torres. BLD/BD (day 5 only)
A Hotel The Singular/Hosteria Las Torres
B Hotel Altiplánico/Hosteria Las Torres
Price per person includes: 5 nights accommodation in
hotels & hosteria, scheduled transfers and meals as per
itinerary, entrance fees, land and boat excursions, English
speaking guide.
T
his exciting adventure takes an
alternative route to the famous
Torres del Paine National Park, voyaging
by boat along the Ultima Esperanza
Fjord to the Balmaceda and Serrano
Glaciers, and then by zodiac up the
Serrano River. Once in the park you will
explore this amazing landscape by road,
boat and on foot, visiting glaciers and the
other wonders this region has to offer.
Day 2Torres del Paine NP
Board the 21 de Mayo cutter for your journey
through the Ultima Esperanza Fjord with the
chance of viewing sea lions and other marine
wildlife. Visit the Serrano Glacier and the
Balmaceda Glacier then continue by zodiac up the
Serrano River on a 3 hour adventure to Torres
del Paine NP. Transfer by mini bus to the charming
Hosteria Las Torres in the heart of the park. BLD
Hotel Altiplanico
Day 6Tour ends Punta Arenas
Transfer to the airport in Punta Arenas. Tour ends. B
© Hotel Altiplanico
Day 1
Puerto Natales
Transfer by local bus from Punta Arenas to Puerto
Natales. Overnight at your hotel.
Hotel The Singular
Please see page 66 for a description of this hotel.
ARGENTINA
Torres del
Paine N.P.
CHILE
Puerto Natales
Balmaceda Glacier
& Torres del Paine
Hosteria Las Torres
Hotel Altiplanico
The Singular
Punta Arenas
Get up close to stunning Grey Glacier
© Chile Tourism
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CHILEAN PATAGONIA • Torres Del Paine
Tierra Patagonia
Closed 03 May - 31 August 2016
Lodge
Tour cost per person: 4D/3N 5D/4N
Standard Room
TwinSingle Twin Single
03 Jan-02 May
$3462$4770 $4385 $6000
03 May-31 Aug
Closed
01 Sep-19 Dec
$3539$4847 $4462 $6000
Price per person includes: Return scheduled
transfers Punta Arenas to Tierra Patagonia, full board
accommodation, open bar (except premium brands),
excursions, park fees, English speaking guides.
S
Hosteria Las Torres
ituated above Lake Sarmiento on
the eastern border of Torres del
Paine National Park, this architecturally
stunning lodge presides over spectacular
wilderness. Featuring luxurious
amenities and the warmth of traditional
Patagonian hand crafted furnishings, the
lodge offers 40 elegant guest rooms and
suites with views of the lake. Enjoy fine
food and a range of treks and horseback
rides led by knowledgeable guides.
© Hosteria Las Torres
Hosteria Las
Torres
Day 1Tierra Patagonia
Transfer from Punta Arenas to Tierra Patagonia
near Torres del Paine National Park.
Closed May - August 2016
Lodge
Tour cost per person: 4D/3N 5D/4N
Standard Room
TwinSingle Twin Single
Jan-Feb & Nov-Dec
$2723 $3693 $3293 $4462
Mar-Apr & Sep-Oct
$2431 $3385 $2924 $4093
May-AugClosed
Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales or El Calafate to Hotel Las
Torres, full board accommodation, open bar (except premium
brands), excursions, park fees and English speaking guides.
Hosteria Las Torres Standard Room
© Hosteria Las Torres
Days 2-3 or 4Tierra Patagonia
During your stay explore the park on full or half
day treks, horseback rides or by van, accompanied
by expert guides. Trekking varies from easy to
difficult and is suitable for all levels of ability. After
your outdoor adventures relax at the lodge with
its beautiful lounge areas, spa and jacuzzi.
Day 4 or 5Tour ends Punta Arenas
After breakfast return transfer to Punta Arenas.
L
ocated in the heart of the park
amongst breathtaking scenery this
rustic, cosy lodge is perfectly located
for hiking, 4WD and horse riding
excursions. The lodge offers 84 simple
but comfortable ensuite rooms and
suites decorated with local furnishings
and artwork. There is an excellent
restaurant, lounge/bar and spa.
Day 1Hosteria Las Torres
Transfer from Punta Arenas to Hosteria Las Torres
located within Torres del Paine National Park.
Tierra Patagonia
© Tierra Patagonia
Tierra Patagonia
© Tierra Patagonia
Days 2-3 or 4Hosteria Las Torres
Enjoy full or half day excursions in the park
surrounded by magnificent flora and fauna and
spectacular scenery. You can choose to horseback
ride with experienced gauchos, trek trails of
varying difficulty, walk with specialised guides,
or enjoy the comfort of a vehicle excursion.
Afterwards, return to the lodge. BLD
Day 4 or 5Tour ends Punta Arenas
After breakfast return transfer to Punta Arenas. B
Glaciar
Grey
Las Torres
CHILE Lago
Lago
Grey
Hosteria
Las Torres
Nordenskjol
Lago
Pehoe
Awasi
Patagonia
Lago Tierra
Sarmiento Patagonia
Salto Grande Rio Paine
explora
Patagonia
Lago del Toro
Salto Rio Serano
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Tierra Patagonia Standard Room
© Tierra Patagonia
Torres Del Paine • CHILEAN PATAGONIA
Explora
Patagonia
5 days/4 nights
Departs ex Punta Arenas
Hotel Salto Chico
Tour cost twin 01 Jun-14 Aug:*^ †5D/4N
Salto Chico (View of waterfall)
$4062
Cordillera Paine (Macio del Paine view)
$4677
Suite Exploradores (Macio del Paine view) $6145
*Minimum two people. Extra nights and single travellers
prices on request. Prices outside this date range on request.
^During high season (Jan-Apr & Nov-Dec) there are
fixed check-in dates with stays of 4 or 8 nights only. For
Christmas & New Year programs special conditions and
higher rates apply.
† Reduced
priced for children sharing on request.
Price per person includes: Return transfer from Punta
Arenas airport, accommodation, all meals, house wine,
daily activities and excursions and National Park fee.
E
xperience the magnificent Torres
del Paine National Park from the
remote luxury of explora Patagonia with
breathtaking views of the granite towers.
Explore the park on foot, horseback or
vehicle, then relax at the hotel with its
heated pool, sauna and gourmet meals.
Days 1-4Torres del Paine NP
Transfer by vehicle (2.5hrs) from Punta Arenas
airport to explora Patagonia. The hotel has 49
rooms and suites with spectacular views. Enjoy
some of the 34 excursions on offer such as hikes
to Lago Grey Glacier or the twin peaks of Los
Torres. Llamas, guanacos and condors are just
some of the wildlife that roam the park. BLD
After a morning exploration and lunch at the
hotel, transfer back to Punta Arenas airport.
explora suggest clients stay overnight in Punta
Arenas or book a scheduled flight leaving Punta
Arenas no earlier than 18.00. Tour ends. BL
Hotel Salto Chico - Suite Exploradores
Exploring Torres del Paine by foot
© explora
© explora
explora Patagonia
© explora
Awasi Patagonia
ex Puerto Natales or Cerro Castillo
Closed May - September 2016
Lodge
5D/4N
Villa
TwinSingle TwinSingle
03 Jan-30 Apr
$5000 $7500 $6124 $9185
May-Sep
Closed
01 Oct-19 Dec
$5185 $7777 $6124 $9185
Puerto Natales or Cerro Castillo to Awasi Patagonia Camp,
full board accommodation, open bar (except premium
brands), excursions, park fees and English speaking guides.
Days 1-3 or 4Torres del Paine NP
Transfer by vehicle to Awasi. Relax and explore
your surroundings and spend the next few days
enjoying the natural wonders of the area on
private guided tours (one guide and vehicle per
villa) which could include visiting Lake Grey or
the Paine River, cycling through a Patagonian
beech forest or hiking French Valley. BLD
Day 4 or 5Tour ends Puerto Natales
Depending on your transfer time you might enjoy
one last short excursion, or relax in the privacy
of your villa before the drive back to Puerto
Natales or Cerro Castillo. Tour ends. BL
A
wasi Patagonia is situated inside
a private reserve neighbouring
the Torres del Paine National Park,
from where you can enjoy views of the
imposing Torres del Paine peaks and
Lake Sarmiento. Awasi's 12 exclusive
villas are inspired by old Patagonian
shelters, however the decor is rustic
luxury. Awasi is a Relais & Chateaux
property with renowned cuisine, and
a private 4x4 vehicle and guide at
your disposal to design personalised
excursions that best suit your interests.
Stunning views from Awasi Patagonia
Cycling in Patagonia
© Awasi
© Awasi
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CHILEAN PATAGONIA • Torres Del Paine
EcoCamp Suite Dome by night
© Cascada Expediciones
EcoCamp
6, 5 or 4 days
Closed 09 May-09 Sep
Suite Domes
6D/5N5D/4N 4D/3N
01-20 Jan
$5099$4368 $3594
21 Jan-31 Mar
$4636$3971 $3266
01-17 Apr & 16-31 Oct^
$3439$2947 $2424
09 May-09 Sep
Closed
18 Apr-08 May & 10 Sep-15 Oct^ $2948$2527 $2077
01 Nov-13 Dec^
$4914$4210 $3462
14-31 Dec^
$5405$4630 $3810
*Prices for standard dome & single travellers on request.
Days 2-3, 4 or 5EcoCamp
Choose from a range of guided excursions including
boating on Pehoe Lake or to Grey Glacier, easy
hikes, or a trek to the foot of Torres del Paine.
Days 4, 5 or 6Tour ends Punta Arenas
Transfer back to Punta Arenas.
Price per person includes: Scheduled return transfers
from Puerto Natales, Punta Arenas or El Calafate (regular
bus) to Ecocamp, accommodation in twin bed Suite dome
(triple or quadruple on request), all meals, optional daily
excursions (easy & active), entrance fees.
E
Day 1EcoCamp
Transfer by road from Punta Arenas to the
EcoCamp in the heart of the national park. With
true eco credentials the camp features iglootype double domes, solar power and composting
toilets. The 10 spacious suites have low-emission
woodstoves and private shower/toilet whilst the
15 cosy standard domes have shared facilities.
There are 2 large dining tents, and a resting dome
with panoramic views.
Ask us about puma tracking while at
EcoCamp. Please contact us for details.
xperience a Patagonian wildlife safari
in Chile’s renowned and spectacular
Torres del Paine National Park, declared
a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 1978.
Accommodation is in the remote, yet
comfortable EcoCamp. Accompanied by
experienced guides you will hike beneath
the towering granite peaks of Torres and
Cuernos, past lakes, waterfalls, glaciers
and through virgin beech forests. Search
for unique and diverse wildlife including
guanacos, cougars, flamingos and hawks.
Torres Del Paine
W Trek
Departs Mondays (7D) and
Sundays (5D) ex Punta Arenas
Closed 01 May-04 Oct
Standard Domes & Refuges
01-20 Jan
21 Jan-30 Mar
01-17 Apr
18-30 Apr
01 May-04 Oct
05-15 Oct^
16-31 Oct^
01 Nov-31 Dec^
7D/6N5D/4N
$4324 $3157
$4119 $3007
$2884 $2105
$2471 $1804
Closed
$2619 $1911
$3056 $2231
$4584 $3347
*Single travellers will be matched in a shared dome
(with somebody of the same gender).
from Puerto Natales, Punta Arenas or El Calafate (regular
bus) to Ecocamp, 4/3 nights accommodation at EcoCamp
(Standard Domes) and 2/1 night accommodation in mountain
refuges, park fees, English speaking trekking guide, sleeping
bag (if required), luggage transport within park, all meals.
T
Torres del Paine base view
he trails in between the famous
Torres del Paine Mountains are
among the world’s classic trekking
routes. Offering breathtaking views
together with glaciers, rivers, forests
and abundant wildlife such as Andean
condors and guanacos, this amazing
trek offers a genuine wilderness
experience. Accommodation is at
EcoCamp in standard domes and
in ‘Refugios’; typical mountain huts
with bunk beds and shared facilities.
Treks are led by an experienced guide.
Please contact us for full details.
Glaciar
Los Peros
Glaciar
Grey
Glaciar
Olguin
Base
Las Torres Las Torres
CHILE
Mirador
Valle Francés
Glaciar
del Francés
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Beautiful Patagonian scenery
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CRUISING • CHILEAN PATAGONIA
Skorpios II Cruise
Chonos Route
6 days/5 nights
Departs Puerto Montt
selected Saturdays Sep-Apr
Departures Saturday ex Puerto Montt:
Tour cost per person twin:^
Skorpios II
Acropolis Deck Athens Deck
Low Season
$3366
$3211
High Season
$3637
$3519
Low Season: 03, 10, 17 & 24 Sep, 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 Oct,
05, 12, 19 & 26 Nov, 03, 10 & 17 Dec 2016,
04, 11, 18 & 25 Mar, 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 Apr 2017
High Season: 23 & 30 Dec 2016, 07, 14, 21 & 28 Jan,
04, 11, 18 & 25 Feb 2016
Additional pre-cruise package: †
M/V Skorpios III
$215 p.p.
^Single prices available on request.
Note: 23 & 30 Dec 2016 departures sail on Friday.
†Passengers who arrive the Friday before departure
have the option of accommodation onboard ship with
Tepual Airport/Skorpios terminal transfer, cocktail dinner, open bar and Saturday breakfast included.
Price per person includes: Return coach transfers from
Tepual Airport to Skorpios Terminal in Puerto Montt, 5 nights
accommodation onboard ship, all meals and drinks from the
open bar, excursions during boat trip, English-speaking guide.
D
iscover the beauty of the immense
San Rafael Glacier onboard this
spacious 106-passenger vessel equipped
with ensuite cabins, a dining room and 2
bars. Sailing from Puerto Montt through
the island-studded Gulf of Corcovado
to the 30,000-year old ice shelves of the
San Rafael National Park, highlights
include excursions amongst icebergs and
the spectacle of the groaning San Rafael
Glacier calving.
Day 1Cruising
Transfer from the airport to the Skorpios
Terminal. Commence cruising at 12.00 and cross
the scenic Gulf of Corcovado. LD
Day 2
Punta Leopardos
Meet locals in the fishing village of Puerto
Aguirre before dropping anchor 20 miles from
the San Rafael Glacier. BLD
© Skorpios
Skorpios III Cruise
Kaweskar Route
4 days/3 nights
Departs Puerto Natales
selected Tuesdays & Fridays
Oct-Apr
Departures Tuesdays or Fridays:*
Tour cost per person twin:^
Skorpios III
Acropolis Deck Athens Deck
Low Season
$3006
$2814
High Season
$3251
$3060
Low Season: 18, 21*, 25 & 28* Oct,
01, 04*, 08, 11*, 15, 18*, 22, 25* & 29 Nov,
02*, 06, 09*, 13, 16* & 20 Dec 2016,
28 Feb, 03*, 07, 10*, 14, 17*, 21, 24*, 28 & 31* Mar,
04, 07*, 11 & 14* Apr 2017
Additional pre-cruise package: †
$508 p.p.
Passengers who arrive the day before departure have
the option of accommodation onboard ship (Mon) or at
hotel (Thu), dinner and breakfast included. On cruise
departure day, enjoy a morning tour of Torres del Paine
National Park and Milodon Cave with picnic lunch.
†
Price per person includes: Return coach transfer Punta
Arenas Airport/Puerto Natales, 3 nights accommodation
onboard ship, all meals and drinks from the open bar,
excursions during boat trip, English speaking guide & park fees.
M/V Skorpios III Acropolis Deck cabin
© Skorpios
Day 2Montanas Fjord
Cruise southward through narrow channels that are
inhabited by dolphins, whales and myriad species
of bird. Approach the surreal blue Amalia Glacier.
There is the opportunity for motorboat excursions
in the Calvo Fjord (weather permitting). BLD
Day 3
Southern Ice Fields
Explore the Montanas Fjord's five impressive
glaciers and go ashore (weather permitting) for
soft hiking to admire the multicoloured icebergs.
Tonight, celebrate the journey with a farewell party
on board before arriving in Puerto Natales. BLD
Day 5
Puerto Montt
Sail across the Corcovado Gulf where there is
possibility of sighting Humpback and Blue whales.
Continue along the coast and have a short stop in
Castro before continuing towards Puerto Montt,
as you celebrate your journey with a sumptuous
farewell dinner. BLD
Up-close wildlife encounters
Puerto Montt
Castro
Queilen
Nahuel
Huapi
N.P.
Peninsula Valdes
Skorpios II Cruise
Skorpios III Cruise
CHILE
Caleta Villarrica
SOUTH ATLANTIC
OCEAN
Comodoro Rivadavia
San Rafael Glacier
Puerto Eden
Day 4Tour ends Puerto Natales
Early morning disembarkation and transfer to the
© Skorpios
Puerto Aguirre
Pio XI Glacier
El Calafate
Punta Arenas
© Skorpios
Day 1Cruising
Transfer from Punta Arenas Airport to the Skorpios
Terminal at Puerto Natales. Board your ship around
1600 and enjoy a welcome drink and dinner. D
^Single prices available on request
Day 4Chiloé
Soak in Quitralco’s thermal pools or explore the
fjord by boat. BLD
M/V Skorpios II Acropolis Deck cabin
xplore the southern hemisphere’s
most spectacular collection of
tidewater glaciers on board the M/V
Skorpios III. Carrying 90 passengers, the
ship features cosy suites with private
facilities and spacious decks. The route
takes you from historic Puerto Natales
through a labyrinth of craggy fjords and
ice floes to colossal glaciers and ancient
indigenous villages.
High Season: 23*, 27, 30* Dec 2016,
03, 06*, 10, 13*, 17, 20*, 24, 27* & 31 Jan,
03*, 07, 10*, 14, 17*, 21 & 24* Feb 2017
Day 3
Quitralco Fjord
Take a motorboat to see the Glacier and ice floes
up close (weather permitting). BLD
Day 6Tour ends Puerto Montt
Disembark at Skorpios Terminal and transfer to
the airport after breakfast. Tour ends. B
E
Torres del Paine N.P.
Puerto Natales
Ushuaia
Motorboat excursions for a closer look
© Skorpios
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CHILEAN/ArgentinIaN PATAGONIA • CRUISING
M/V Stella Australis
Amazing whale encounter
© Cruceros Australis
Cruceros Australis
Discover Patagonia
4 days/3 nights
Ushuaia to Punta Arenas
Deck
B
$1928
$2385
$3014
Promotion
Low Season
High Season
Promotion: 28 Sep 2016 & 05 Apr 2017
Low Season:05, 12, 19, 26 Oct 2016 & 15, 22, 29 Mar 2017
High Season:02, 09, 16, 23, 30 Nov,
07, 14, 21 & 28 Dec 2016, 04, 11, 18, 25 Jan,
01, 08, 15, 22 Feb & 01, 08 Mar 2017
Price per person includes: 3 nights accommodation
onboard ship, all meals, open bar, daily zodiac excursions,
English speaking guide, port taxes, exit and National Park fee.
J
ourney to the end of the earth, taking
in the icy beauty of Patagonia and
windswept grandeur of the isolated
Tierra Del Fuego. This 4 day cruise
departs from Ushuaia in Argentina
and rounds legendary Cape Horn,
traversing the Beagle Channel and
Strait of Magellan before docking in
the Chilean city of Punta Arenas. Your
ship is the M/V Stella Australis, custom
built to navigate this scenic region’s
tempestuous waters with its wide, stable
base and passenger cabins with huge
picture windows.
Beautiful Cape Horn
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Deck
A
$2553
$3157
$3853
Deck
AA
$2674
$3305
$4030
Deck
AAA
$2796
$3454
$4220
Single
$3780
$4688
$5730
Day 1Cruising
Board your vessel in time for a pre-dinner
welcome cocktail. Cross the frigid Beagle
Channel tonight, entering Chilean waters. D
Day 2Cape Horn & Wulaia Bay
At daybreak, see Cape Horn, the notorious
promontory that marked land’s end for centuries
in maritime history, and anchor at Wulaia Bay to
visit a museum and a explore enchanting lenga
forests on foot. BLD
Magellanic Penguins
Day 3
De Agostini Sound &
Aguila Glacier
Zigzag through stunning fjords and channels to
reach De Agostini Sound, flanked by saw-toothed
peaks and ice floes. Enjoy a shore excursion to
the base of Aguila Glacier. BLD
Stop at Magdalena Island to visit an immense
colony of Magellanic penguins. If these birds have
migrated elsewhere, divert to Marta Island to
observe South American sea lions. Disembark
1130 at Punta Arenas. Tour ends. B
Stunning glacier viewing by zodiac
CRUISING • CHILEAN/ArgentinIaN PATAGONIA
Get up-close to the glaciers
Shore excursion to a Magellanic Penguin colony
Cruceros Australis Southbound
5 days/4 nights
Punta Arenas to Ushuaia
Promotion
Low Season
High Season
Deck
B
$2314
$2870
$3634
M/V Stella Australis (Departs Sat)
Promotion: 24 Sep 2016 & 01 Apr 2017
Day 1Cruising
Board your vessel for an evening departure. D
Low Season: 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 Oct 2016
& 18, 25 Mar 2017
High Season:05, 12, 18 & 26 Nov,
03, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Dec 2016
07, 14, 21 & 28 Jan, 04, 11, 18 & 25 Feb,
04, 11 Mar 2017
Price per person includes: 4 nights accommodation
onboard ship, all meals, open bar, daily zodiac excursions,
English speaking guide, port taxes, exit fee and National
Park fee.
E
njoy an unforgettable cruise
through the Patagonia and Tierra
del Fuego regions, exploring Magellan
Strait, Beagle Channel and Pia Glacier.
Take daily excursions, view Magellanic
Penguins, elephant seals and many
other species, and enjoy the amazing
glaciers up close. Cruise aboard the 100
cabin M/V Stella Australis, launched in
2010. Enjoy the ship's first class service,
lounges, bar and dining room. All cabins
have picture windows.
Deck
A
$3072
$3807
$4648
Deck
AA
$3219
$3985
$4865
Deck
AAA
$3367
$4167
$5093
Single
$4557
$5662
$6924
Day 2
Ainsworth Bay & Tuckers Islets
Sail through Almirantazgo Sound to Ainsworth
Bay to view Marinelli Glacier. Enjoy zodiac
excursions to visit Magellanic forests, an elephant
seal colony and Tuckers Islets to view colonies of
Magellanic penguins. BLD
Day 3
Pia Glacier & Glacier Alley
Enter Pia Fjord in the heart of the Darwin
Mountains and disembark near Pia Glacier.
After an excursion to the spectacular look-out
point, sail along the northwest arm of the Beagle
Channel to majestic "Glacier Alley". BLD
Incredible scenery of Tierra del Fuego
Day 4Cape Horn & Wulaia Bay
Sail through Murray Channel and drop anchor
at historic Wulaia Bay, once the site of one of
the region’s largest aboriginal settlements. In the
afternoon cross Nassau Bay before disembarking
to explore Cape Horn National Park (weather
permitting). BLD
Day 5Tour ends Ushuaia
Arrive at Ushuaia, the world’s most southerly
city. Disembark 0930. Tour ends. B
Elephant seals
This itinerary also operates in reverse
ex Ushuaia on selected dates. Contact
us for details.
ATLANTIC
Punta Arenas
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it
Magdalena Island OCEAN
Rio Grande
CHILE
Ainsworth Bay
Pia Glacier
ARGENTINA
Ushuaia Tierra del
Fuego
Beagle Channel
M/V Stella Australis AAA cabin
Discover Patagonia
Crucero Australis Southbound
Cape Horn
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BRAZIL
Vibrant and fascinating Brazil is home
to a rich mosaic of peoples, cultures and
landscapes. Beautiful Rio de Janeiro lies
on a coastline famous for its beaches,
chic resorts, unspoilt islands and
picturesque colonial towns like Parati.
Wildlife abounds in the lush immensity
of the Amazon rainforest and the
seasonal wetlands of the Pantanal.
Highlights
Vibrant Rio de Janeiro; Ilha Grande - forests,
islands and beaches; UNESCO World Heritage
site Parati; Iguazu Falls; eco-lodges showcasing
Brazil's biodiversity; the exotic wildlife of the
Northern Pantanal; the wildlife haven of the
Southern Pantanal; cruises into remote areas
of the Amazon.
Climate
The vast size of Brazil means that the climate
varies greatly from region to region. The
coastal cities of Rio de Janeiro, Buzios and
Salvador are tropical for most of the year
with a dry winter and a humid summer, whilst
Brazil's north including the Amazon and
Pantanal regions have rain from Dec-Jun and a
dry season from Jul-Nov.
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Beautiful Br azil
As an avid wildlife photographer the focus of my trip was to
encounter and photograph a jaguar. Incredibly I not only
saw one jaguar, but six jaguar in our time there!
The Pantanal is absolutely thrilling and is most
definitely for the adventure lover.
Ian Llewellyn
© Stephen Cameron
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BRAZIL • Rio de Janeiro CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS
Stunning Rio de Janeiro sunset
‘Christ the Redeemer’, Rio de Janeiro
© Embratur
Rio de Janeiro
City Stay
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Fasano Hotel (Ipanema)
A member of the 'Leading Hotels of the World’ this
stylish hotel is the ultimate in vintage chic. The
89 rooms feature retro-style designer furniture
and private balconies. The rooftop pool offers
stunning views over Ipanema beach.
3 days/2 nights
orgeous Rio nestles between
dramatic mountains, lush forest
and a charming shoreline, presided
over by the famous statue of Christ the
Redeemer. It is the city of the samba,
Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, the
colonial area of Santa Teresa and the
famous Rio Carnival.
Belmond Copacabana Palace (Copacabana)
This luxurious hotel faces the famous
Copacabana Beach. It features 239 rooms and
suites in total, each with fine period furniture
and original works of art. Facilities include three
restaurants, bar, a pool, rooftop tennis court,
fitness centre and salon.
© Artyom Sharbatyan
Santa Teresa Hotel (Santa Teresa)
A member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux,
this boutique hotel was once a coffee plantation
mansion. The 40 individually designed guestrooms
include premium amenities and have stunning
views. There is also a pool, spa centre and
gourmet restaurant.
Miramar Hotel by Windsor (Copacabana)
At the southern end of Copacabana Beach,
this hotel enjoys an idyllic seaside setting. The
property has 200 elegant, modern guestrooms
with on-call butler service, a restaurant and
infinity pool.
Accommodation
TwinSingle
23 Sep-14 Dec^
Fasano Hotel (Superior Rm)
$1769 $3450
Copacabana Palace (Superior Rm) $1345 $2600
Santa Teresa Hotel (Superior Rm) $1145 $2200
Miramar by Windsor (Superior Rm) $1145 $2200
Porto Bay Rio # (Superior Rm)
$1099 $2102
Windsor Excelsior (Superior Rm)
$1033$1974
Sofitel Rio de Janeiro (Superior Rm) $1011$1826
Best Western Plus Sol Ipanema (Std)$905 $1646
Windsor Martinique (Superior Rm) $855$1618
Copa Sul (Standard Rm)
$767$1428
Fasano Hotel Rooftop Pool
© Fasano Hotel
Santa Teresa Hotel
© Santa Teresa Hotel
*Some minimum stay requirements and surcharges apply
during Rio Olympics, on national holidays and certain
dates. Prices are available on request.
^Prices outside this date range on request.
# Rates
are provisional and subject to change.
Price per person includes: Private return airport
transfers, 2 nights accommodation with breakfast, private full
day tour to 'Christ the Redeemer' statue & Sugar Loaf.
OPTIONAL Rio Day Tours
TwinSingle
Full Day Golden Lion Tamarin w/Lunch* $652$1250
Full Day Petropolis w/Lunch
$386$712
Rio by Night with Rio Scenarium
$271$510
Scheduled Half Day Favela Tour $65$131
Belmond Copacabana Palace
© Alessandro Batistessa
Price per person includes: Private tours to/from hotel
unless specified.
*Operates Tue-Fri only.
Rio de Janeiro mountainside favela
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© Shutterstock
View from Sugar Loaf Mountain
© Shutterstock
Miramar Hotel by Windsor
© Windsor Hotels
Rio de Janeiro CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS • BRAZIL
Street food vendor, Rio de Janeiro
© Embratur
Rio Carnival parade
© Riotur
Porto Bay Rio International (Copacabana)
Perfectly situated on Copacabana Beach with
stunning views, the Porto Bay offers 117 tastefully
decorated rooms, a restaurant, outdoor rooftop
pool overlooking the beach, two bars, a gym,
sauna, wireless internet and free beach service.
Sofitel Rio de Janeiro (Copacabana)
Situated between Ipanema and Copacabana
beaches, this majestic hotel offers 388 beautifully
appointed rooms including 52 suites. Guest
facilities include restaurants, bars, pools, 2 saunas
and direct access to beauty parlours and shops.
Windsor Excelsior Hotel
Centrally located on the world renowned
Copacabana beach, the Windsor Excelsior Hotel
has 233 air conditioned rooms and suites with
ensuite bathrooms, internet access and cable TV.
Leisure facilities include a restaurant, pool, gym
and sauna.
Best Western Plus Sol Ipanema (Ipanema)
This beachfront hotel has 90 ensuite guest
rooms with air conditioning, wireless internet
access and minibar. Selected rooms also have
sea facing views. Facilities include a restaurant
and rooftop pool.
Rio Carnival
T
5 days/4 nights
ex Rio de Janeiro
24-28 Feb 2017
he Rio Carnival is the biggest party
in the world. Held in February at
the peak of the Brazilian summer, it is
a fantastic spectacle of colour, music,
and the spirit of the Brazilian people.
Attracting visitors from all over the globe,
the main carnival parade takes place in
the Sambodrome, with colourful floats,
costumes and hot samba rhythms, whilst
all of Rio comes alive with street parties.
Porto Bay Rio Intl (Superior Rm)
Golden Tulip Regente (Std Rm)
TwinSingle
$3116 $5524
$1683 $2606
*Rates are provisional and subject to change.
Porto Bay Rio International rooftop
© Porto Bay Hotels
Sofitel Rio de Janeiro
transfers, 4 nights accommodation with breakfast,
1 ticket to carnival parade sitting in the grandstand at the
Sambodrome including transfers (SIB).
© Sofitel
Golden Lion Tamarin Tour
Windsor Excelsior Hotel Superior Room
© Windsor Hotels
Best Western Plus Sol Ipanema
© Best Western
Windsor Martinique Hotel (Copacabana)
Just a short walk from Copacabana Beach,
close to nightlife and Ipanema Beach, this hotel
offers 116 contemporary, air-conditioned rooms
with ensuite bathrooms and internet access, a
cocktail lounge and restaurant, a terrace with
beautiful panoramic beach views, swimming
pool, plunge pool and gym.
Copa Sul Hotel (Copacabana)
Only one block from Copacabana Beach, the
Copa Sul Hotel is close to local shops and
attractions. It has 88 air-conditioned rooms with
Wi-Fi, minibar and private ensuite bathroom. It
also offers a lounge/bar, and a restaurant serving
breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The strikingly beautiful squirrel-sized
Golden Lion Tamarin is one of the
most endangered primate species on
earth, with approximately 1700 wild
individuals remaining in the lowland
Atlantic Rainforest. The Golden
Lion Tamarin Conservation Program
(GLTCP), one of the best-known
rainforest conservation efforts in Brazil,
is a mere two-hour drive from Rio de
Janeiro. On this full day tour you will
follow trails through forests where
Lion Tamarins are being reintroduced
to their natural habitat, visit an
educational centre and enjoy a Brazilian
regional meal. A percentage of your
tour cost is donated to the GLTCP in an
effort to protect this beautiful monkey.
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BRAZIL • Buzios, Ilha Grande & Parati
Parati
3 days/2 nights
Departs daily ex Rio de Janeiro
S
urrounded by magnificent mountains
and tropical coast, the beautiful town
of Parati is a UNESCO World Heritage
Site, with some of the finest 18th century
colonial architecture in Brazil. All motor
traffic is forbidden inside the city to
preserve the tranquil ambience.
10 Feb-29 Jun & 01 Sep-19 Dec*
Porto Imperial Pousada (Std Rm)
Pousada da Marquesa Hotel (Dlx Rm)
Pousada do Sandi (Std Rm)
TwinSingle
$631 $957
$593 $957
$523 $871
*Prices outside this date range on request. Surcharges
for Carnival, Rio Olympics and National Holidays apply.
Details on request.
Picturesque Parati
Price per person includes: Scheduled return airport
transfers Rio/Parati/Rio, 2 nights accommodation with breakfast,
schooner excursion to islands near Parati including lunch.
© Shutterstock
Buzios
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Ilha Grande
3 days/2 nights
ust 2.5 hours' drive north of Rio, Buzios
is renowned for its idyllic beauty,
unspoilt beaches, sophisticated boutique
hotels and chic restaurants and bars. Relax
by the emerald waters, take a schooner
cruise or explore the area by jeep.
05 May-13 July*
Casas Brancas Pousada^ (Std Rm)
Rio Buzios Boutique Hotel (Std Rm)
Pousada Byblos (Std Rm)
I
3 days/2 nights
TwinSingle
lha Grande is an unspoilt island
paradise approximately 150km from
Rio. With protected Atlantic forest,
beautiful beaches and small fishing
villages, it is perfect for hiking, diving,
snorkelling or just relaxing at one of the
intimate hotels.
$683
$437
$553
May-Sep*
Pousada Asalém
Pousada Naturalia
$1205
$713
$945
for Carnival, Rio Olympics and National Holidays will
vary from hotel to hotel and will not be known until
hotel is booked. Details on request.
$571$1142
$411$800
for Carnival, Rio Olympics and National Holidays apply.
Details on request.
^Rate applies Sun-Thu only. Prices for Fri-Sat on request.
Price per person includes: Scheduled airport transfers
Rio/Buzios/Rio with driver guide, 2 nights accommodation
with breakfast and HD schooner excursion.
TwinSingle
Price per person includes: Scheduled return road and
ferry transfers Rio to Ilha Grande, 2 nights accommodation
with breakfast, scheduled boat excursion to Lopes Mendes
beach or similar.
Accommodation
Porto Imperial Pousada
Set in a beautiful garden Porto Imperial Pousada is
a colonial style hotel located in the historical centre
of Parati. All 46 suites have air conditioning and a
private bathroom. The hotel features a lounge, bar,
games room, internet access, pool and sauna.
Pousada da Marquesa Hotel
Located in the centre of Parati close to shops and
restaurants, this restored colonial mansion features
elegant décor and antiques, 21 air-conditioned
rooms and suites, a restaurant, lounge and pool.
Pousada do Sandi
Pousada do Sandi is one of the most important
historical buildings in Parati. This hotel offers 25
air-conditioned suites with private bathrooms,
a restaurant, bar and day spa.
OPTIONAL Parati Day Tours
Tour cost from:
TwinSingle
Guided Walking City Tour (2hrs)
$77$152
Half Day Waterfall & Cachaca Tour (SIB)$80 $80
Price per person includes: Private (city tour) or scheduled
(Waterfall tour) tours to/from hotels.
Accommodation
Pousada Asalém
Located on the spectacular Bay of Abraao, Pousada
Asalém features 9 rooms and a chalet with
magnificent bay views. Each suite has a comfortable
downstairs lounge area with air conditioning, minibar, hammocks, and french doors.
Idyllic Buzios beaches
© S. Cifuentes: flickr.com/tododenuevo
Pousada Naturalia
With a philosophy of relaxing both the body
and the mind, Pousada Naturalia offers modern
comforts in its 12 tropical-style air conditioned
suites. The pousada is located only 60 metres
from the beach and a short walk to town, with the
dense Mata Atlântica rainforest in its backyard.
Capela de Nossa Senhora das Dores, Parati
© Shutterstock
Salvador
BRAZIL
Belo
Horizonte
Pristine coastline of Ilha Grande
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Parati
© Shutterstock
Porto
Seguro
Vitoria
Guarapari
Buzios
Rio de Janeiro
Ilha Grande
SOUTH ATLANTIC
OCEAN
SALVADOR CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS • BRAZIL
Blue and Yellow Macaw
Pelourinho district, Salvador
© Shutterstock
Salvador de
Bahia City Stay
A
3 days/2 nights
UNESCO Cultural Heritage site,
Salvador is affectionately known
by the locals as the cultural soul of
Brazil. Its pretty cobblestone streets
will lead you past historic churches
and brightly painted buildings to the
picturesque beaches that dot the
edge of the bay. Its thriving culture
is showcased by the many displays of
dance, music and the Brazilian martial
art of Capoeira that can be seen
around the city. Passionate and fun,
Salvador has strong African influences
illustrated by the many vibrant
festivals that occur here throughout
the year.
01 Mar-30 Apr & 14 Oct-22 Dec*
Villa Bahia (Standard Rm)
Pestana Convento do Carmo (Dlx Rm)
Pousada do Pilar (Standard Rm)
© Shutterstock
Accommodation
OPTIONAL SALVADOR Day Tours
Pestana Convento do Carmo
Built in 1586 in the picturesque district of
Pelourinho, this historic luxury hotel features
79 elegant rooms and suites. The hotel facilities
include a restaurant, fitness centre, sauna, pool
with gazebos, garden and library.
^Private tour.
*Shared tour.
Capoeira Experience
Take part in a 1 hour Capoeira lesson and learn
some of the history behind the Afro-Brazilian
martial art that incorporates martial arts and dance.
Pousada do Pilar
From its prime location this hotel enjoys views
of All Saint’s Bay, Bonfim Church and the Sao
Marcelo Fort. It is colourfully decorated, and
features tall French doors, a breakfast room with
verandah and 12 air-conditioned guestrooms.
Miguel Santana Show
Experience an incredible display of Afro-Brazilian
traditions through the language of music and
dance as performed by the Bahia Folklore
Company, one of the most respected folklore
dance troupes in the world.
Villa Bahia
This chic, boutique hotel consists of adjoining 17th
and 18th-century Colonial-era homes located in
the centre of Salvador's Pelourinho district.
It features 17 quiet and elegant rooms with free
Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar, pool and a roof terrace.
Tour cost to 31 Dec from:
TwinSingle
Capoeira Traditional Experience class^ $145$234
Santana Show^ (Daily except Tue & Sun) $134$220
Half day Afro Brazilian Cultural
Tour^ (Mon-Fri)
$119$211
Full day Schooner Cruise*
$87$133
Full day Praia do Forte*
$64$64
TwinSingle
$697$1211
$539 $1075
$503$887
Price per person includes: Private return transfer from
airport to hotel, 2 nights accommodation on a B&B basis,
private half day historic city tour.
Pestana Convento do Carmo © Pestana Convento do Carmo
Miguel Santana Show
© Bahia Folklore Company
Half day Afro Brazilian Cultural Tour
Visit Pelourinho, the African centre of Bahia.
Includes the Afro-Brazilian Museum and the
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of Black People.
Full day Schooner Cruise
Board a schooner for a sightseeing cruise of All
Saints Bay. This scheduled departure includes a
swim at Itaparica, the biggest island of the bay.
Beautiful beaches in the Salvador area
Full day Praia do Forte
Travel to Praia do Forte fishing village and the
nearby Sea Turtle conservation project. This
scheduled tour includes a swim.
© Shutterstock
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BRAZIL • Northern Pantanal
Cristalino Private Bungalow Bathroom
The spectacular Pantanal has the greatest
concentration of fauna in the Americas. This
giant wetland supports a dazzling array of animals
and plant life. Wildlife is easier to see here than
in the Amazon as the landscapes are more open.
Just some of the wildlife you may see include
caiman, tapirs, monkeys, marsh deer, giant otters,
armadillos, ocelot and jaguar.
THE AMAZON
Tour cost per person:*Twin
Jan-Mar$6124
Apr-Jun$6172
Jul-Oct$6459
Nov-Dec$6282
*Single rates on application.
Price per person includes: Shared transfers and activities
with bilingual guides, full board accommodation in ecolodges with private facilities: 2 nights Park Ecolodge, 3 nights
Cristalino Lodge and 3 nights Araras Lodge, return flight
Cuiabá to Alta Floresta (subject to change), conservation fees.
Price excludes: Beverages and gratuities.
The Amazon rainforest has the world's greatest
biodiversity of species and up to 80% of it lies in
Brazil. When exploring the forest you may see
a variety of monkeys and birds in the canopy,
caimans in the lakes and rivers, and colourful
macaws and parrots at a clay lick. If you are lucky
you might see the shy river otter, or a tapir.
D
THE CERRADO
Brazil's vast tropical savannas - the cerrado
- are another biodiversity hotspot. Meaning
"closed" in Portuguese they cover much of
Brazil's central plateau. We visit the Chapada
dos Guimaraes National Park which has steep
sandstone cliffs, caves, gorges and is the source
of the rivers flowing into the Pantanal.
iscover the exotic wildlife and
diverse scenery of Mato Grosso's
three ecosystems. Explore the Amazon
rainforest from beautiful Cristalino Lodge,
safari in the Pantanal from Araras Eco
Lodge, and cross the cerrado tablelands
of Chapada dos Guimaraes National Park
with its cliffs, canyons and waterfalls.
Days 6-8 North Pantanal
Return to Cuiabá and drive to Araras Eco Lodge
private reserve in the UNESCO protected
Pantanal wetlands, home to 154 mammal, 98
reptile and 656 bird species. Enjoy a range of
wildlife viewing activities on foot, by bike, canoe,
horseback or safari truck. BLD
Day 9Tour ends Cuiabá
Take a photo safari along the famous
Transpantaneira Road back to Cuiabá Airport
where the tour ends. B
Days 1/2Chapada dos Guimaraes
Depart Cuiabá and drive 60kms to the Park
Ecolodge in the Chapada dos Guimaraes. Explore the
cliffs of the mystical "Stone City", hike past sculpted
sandstone to the Veu de Noiva Falls and enjoy a
traditional lunch overlooking the canyon. D/BLD
Fork-tailed woodnymph
© Cristalino Jungle Lodge
VENEZUELA
Negro R.
Amazon
Téfé
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zon R
Ama
Manaus
Pouso Alegre
ArarasEco Lodge
Xingu R.
Paranaiba R.
Campo
Grande
ARGENTINA
Sao
Francisco R.
Park Eco Lodge
Cuiaba
Brasilia
Grande R.
Sao Paulo
PARAGUAY
© Araras Eco Lodge
Natal
Alta
Floresta
Pa
BOLIVIA
80
Fortaleza
BRAZIL
Cristalino
Jungle Lodge
Araras Eco Lodge
R.
uaia
R.
Tocantins R.
THE PANTANAL
9 days/8 nights
Departs daily ex Cuiabá
Lodges
Arag
Brazil is renowned for its amazing
biodiversity and there are 3 major biomes
you can visit, as detailed below. Tours
that travel to these areas are featured on
pages 80 to 83 of this brochure.
© Cristalino Jungle Lodge
Days 3-5 Southern Amazon
Return to Cuiabá, fly to Alta Floresta and transfer
to Cristalino Lodge in a private reserve located
on the banks of the Cristalino River. Enjoy guided
walks and river excursions in search of the Saki
Monkey, Spider Monkey and exotic birds. Climb
the two 50m tall canopy towers, swim in the river,
go rappelling and night caiman spotting. BLD
R.
The Three
Ecosystems
BRAZIL'S BIODIVERSITY
na
© Shutterstock
ra
Hyacinth Macaws
Ilha Grande
Rio de Janeiro
Parati
Porto Alegre
Northern Pantanal • BRAZIL
Pantanal water lillies
© Embratur
Giant River Otter
Cristalino Lodge
Araras
Eco-Lodge
4 days/3 nights
Lodge
Departs ex Alta Floresta
Price per person includes: Scheduled return
transfers from Alta Floresta to lodge, 3 nights full board
accommodation, activities with bilingual guide and
conservation fees.
C
ristalino Lodge is set in a unspoilt
wildlife reserve on the southern
fringes of the Amazon. This wild place
shelters over 586 species of birds and
2000 butterfly species as well as many
primates, amphibians, and mammals
such as tapir. Accommodation at the
lodge is in 18 standard or superior
rooms and self-contained bungalows, all
with private facilities. The lodge's ecofriendly buildings were built to harmonise
with the surrounding forest and have
sustainable materials and design. There is
a dining room/bar, floating deck, wildlife
blind, canopy platform, 50m observation
tower and 20kms of wilderness trails.
Days 1-3Cristalino Lodge
Depart from Alta Floresta by 4WD (1hr) and
then by boat (30 mins) to reach Cristalino
Lodge. Choose from a range of small group
(max 8) guided activities, including hiking forest
trails, exploring by boat, visiting the tree house
overlooking a salt lick, and climbing the canopy
tower at dawn or sunset to see birds and
monkeys. Swim in the pristine Cristalino River,
and enjoy regional delicacies in the restaurant.
D/BLD x 2
Day 4Tour ends Alta Floresta
After breakfast transfer back to Alta Floresta.
Tour ends. B
Pouso Alegre
Lodge
3 days/2 nights
Departs ex Cuiabá
Lodge
Tour cost per person (Min 2):* TwinSingle
Jan-Dec
$2414$2873
*Solo traveller prices available on request
© Shutterstock
Jan-Mar
Apr-Dec & Nov-Dec
Jul-Oct
TwinSingle
$1228$1471
$1260 $1516
$1385$1693
from Cuiabá to lodge, 2 nights full board accommodation,
activities with bilingual guide and conservation fees.
S
ituated on a private reserve
of 28,000 hectares within the
Pantanal Basin, the Araras Eco-Lodge
is renowned for its environmental
projects involving the Hyacinth Macaw
and Giant River Otters. Guests are
accommodated in 19 air-conditioned
rooms with ensuite and solar-heated
shower, and the lodge has a swimming
pool, large verandas with hammocks,
bar and restaurant. With over 20km of
trails the lodge offers a range of guided
activities including hikes, truck safaris,
horseback riding, canoeing, night walks
and bicycle riding.
Day 1
Araras Eco-Lodge
Depart from Cuiabá by car and drive to Araras
Eco-Lodge in the Pantanal. In the afternoon you
will be shown around the area, discovering how it
is self-sustaining. Enjoy a night walk and dinner at
the lodge. D
3 days/2 nights
Departs ex Cuiabá
Lodge
Jan-Dec
TwinSingle
$1294$2222
from Cuiabá to lodge, 2 nights full board accommodation
and activities with bilingual guide.
L
ocated within 8,000 hectares
of private land, Pouso Alegre is
both a working ranch and a haven for
some of the Pantanal’s celebrated
wildlife. Accommodation is simple but
comfortable, with 14 air-conditioned
rooms with mosquito nets, a fan and
private bathroom. This diverse area is a
mosaic of savannah, wetland and forest
and is home to monkeys, anacondas,
deer and the beautiful Hyacinth Macaw.
Days 1/2 Pouso Alegre
Depart Cuiabá and drive along the scenic
Transpantaneira Road to Pouso Alegre (3hrs). On
day 2 enjoy a morning walk or horseback ride,
and visit the Claro River for canoeing and fishing.
D/BLD
After breakfast return to Cuiabá. Tour ends. B
Day 2
Araras Eco-Lodge
Morning photo safari and canoe trip before lunch,
then walk to the 25m high Monkey's Tower for
sunset. BLD
Sunrise walk before breakfast then transfer to
Cuiabá (2hrs). Tour ends. B
Caiman
© Stephen Cameron
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BRAZIL • northern Pantanal
Pantanal jaguar
© Shutterstock
Jaguar
Encounters
Days 1/2 Araras Lodge
Depart Cuiabá along the fauna-rich
Transpantaneira Highway to Araras Lodge. Built
in harmony with its surrounds, this rustic lodge
offers a range of activities including trekking,
horseback rides and canoeing. On day 2 enjoy a
safari to discover the Northern Pantanal’s many
endemic species. D/BLD
6 days/5 nights
Lodge/Houseboat
Departs ex Cuiabá
Tour cost per person:*Twin
Jul-Oct^
Araras Lodge/Jacare Houseboat
$6064
Araras Lodge/Jaguar Houseboat
$4670
*Single prices available on request.
^Jaguar Houseboat departs Mon only. Jacare departs daily.
Price per person includes: Scheduled transfers from/
to Cuiabá, 2 nights full board accommodation at Araras Eco
Lodge, 3 nights full board accommodation onboard Houseboat,
activities with bilingual guide and conservation fees.
Stunning Pantanal waterways
Price excludes: Flights, beverages, gratuities.
E
ncounter the most powerful
predator in the Americas – the
jaguar. The 195,000km2 Pantanal is
home to an estimated 4,000-7,000
jaguars. The Pantanal jaguars are known
to be some of the largest in the world,
with many weighing in much heavier
than a male leopard.
The best way to see the jaguars is from
a houseboat, and we offer two options
- the Jaguar Houseboat and Jacare
Houseboat. The houseboats are moored
in a remote location and will serve as
your base as you navigate the waterways
in the region by skiff each day in search
of wildlife.
Jacare Houseboat
© Jacare Houseboat
Days 3-5 Jacare Houseboat/
Jaguar Houseboat
Depart early for the drive to the Caceres region
and then onto the Jaguar Houseboat or to Porto
Jofre and onto the Jacare Houseboat. On the
afternoon of arrival, and for two further days,
enjoy river safaris in skiffs from your houseboat
base travelling along the river and channels in
search of the elusive Jaguar and other wildlife.
Note: The houseboats are permanently moored.
Your excursions and wildlife tracking will take
place in motorised skiffs. BLD
© Jaguar Houseboat
Jacare Houseboat
Operating out of Porto Jofre, the Jacare
Houseboat has 6 private double/twin suites with
air conditioning, living/dining room, TV / DVD
with cable TV channels and telephone. The
panoramic deck has a BBQ, small swimming pool,
shower and icebox.
After breakfast return to Cuiabá. Tour ends. B
Jaguar Houseboat
© Jaguar Houseboat
Jaguar Houseboat
Operating out of Caceres, the Jaguar Houseboat
has 9 private double/twin suites with ensuite
bathroom and air conditioning. Guests will also
enjoy the air conditioned dining room with TV/
DVD player, sound system and panoramic deck.
Stunning jaguar encounter
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Each of the houseboats we offer gives
you a similar wildlife experience but
there are differences in the vessel and
areas visited. Please contact our South
America team to discuss the best option
for your itinerary.
© Paul Goldstein
southern Pantanal • BRAZIL
Chestnut-Eared Aracari
Beautiful sunset - Southern Pantanal
© Shutterstock
Fazenda San
Francisco
4 days/3 nights
Departs daily ex Campo Grande
Lodge
Jan-Jun
Jun-Dec
TwinSingle
$1428$2485
$1485$2569
Campo Grande to Fazenda San Francisco, accommodation,
all meals, activities with guide and excursions at lodge.
S
ituated in a fertile river basin,
Fazenda San Francisco’s cattle
pastures and rice paddies are a haunt
for thousands of bird species as well
as rare mammals such as marsh
deer, puma, jaguar and tapir. Its
guest lodge features 9 comfortable
air-conditioned rooms with private
facilities, hammocks, restaurant and
pool. There are 3 expedition vehicles,
2 river barges, horses and canoes for
safaris in the surrounding wetlands.
On the property, there are many
walking trails and a lookout tower for
panoramic views of the Pantanal.
Days 1-3 Fazenda San Francisco
Travel from Campo Grande to Fazenda San
Francisco (3hrs), located in one of the richest
areas of the Pantanal. Spend your time here on
photography safaris, piranha fishing, exploring
wetlands and forest on foot or identifying rare
species on your birding list. D, BLD
Day 4Tour ends Campo Grande
VENEZUELA
Return
to Campo Grande. Tour ends. B
Amazon
Téfé
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nR
Amazo
Manaus
R.
uaia
Ara
g
Alta Floresta
Xingu R.
Caiman Ecological Refuge
© Caiman Ecological Refuge
*Single prices available on request.
Std Room Baiazinha Lodge
Suite
Cordilheira Lodge
Campo Grande to Caiman, accommodation, all meals,
non-alcoholic drinks, activities with guide and excursions at
lodge, compulsory environmental fee.
S
et on 53,000 hectares of savannah in
the southern Pantanal, the Caiman
Ecological Refuge is both a working cattle
ranch and a haven for wildlife such as
Hyacinth Macaw, giant anteater, ocelot and
jaguar. Two rustic lodges accommodate
up to 22 guests and activities include
spotlighting, horseback riding and canoe
safaris. Guests can also discover the local
“Campeiro” (cowboy) culture, which has
flourished in the area for 200 years.
Dido Longwing butterfly
© Shutterstock
Days 1-3 or 4Caiman Ecological Refuge
Depart Campo Grande and drive along scenic
roads to the Caiman Ecological Refuge (4hrs).
Take part in guided wildlife treks to spot creatures
such as caiman, tapir and jaguar. D, BLD
Days 4 or 5Tour ends Campo Grande
Return to Campo Grande. Tour ends. B
Giant Anteater
© Shutterstock
Sao
Francisco R.
Brasilia
na
R.
Campo Grande
Grande R.
Sao Paulo
PARAGUAY
ARGENTINA
01 Jan-11 Jun & 12 Sep-31 Dec departs daily. 12 Jun-11 Sep
departs Thursday (4D/3N package) & Sunday (5D/4N) only.
Paranaiba R.
ra
Caiman Ecological
Refuge & Fazenda
San Francisco
Suite
5D/4N 4D/3N
N/A
N/A
$2823 $2231
N/A
N/A
Natal
Cuiaba
Pa
Araras Lodge
Std Room
5D/4N 4D/3N
01 Jan-11 Jun
$2431 $1937
12 Jun-11 Sep
$2431 $1937
12 Sep-31 Dec
$2431 $1937
Fortaleza
BRAZIL
BOLIVIA
Caiman Refuge
Departs ex Campo Grande
Lodge
R.
Tocantins R.
Negro R.
© Shutterstock
Ilha Grande
Rio de Janeiro
Parati
Porto Alegre
Beautiful location of Fazenda San Francisco
© Fazenda San Francisco
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BRAZIL • AMAZON CRUISING
Amazon Clipper Premium boat
Excursions into the heart of the Amazon
© Brazil Ecotravel
Amazon Clipper
Premium Cruise
The Amazon
Odyssey
3,4 or 6 Days
Riverboat
Departs Mon & Wed ex Manaus
5 days/4 nights
M/V Tucano
Departs on selected Mondays
ex Manaus
Tour cost per person to 31 Dec:*
Amazon ClipperDeparts Twin Single
6 days/5 nights
Mon
$3228 $4840
4 days/3 nights
Wed
$2137 $3206
3 days/2 nights
Mon
$1603 $2406
Yellow Category Double Cabin
Green Category Double Cabin
Blue Category Single Cabin
*Pre-night accommodation in Manaus is required.
Price per person includes: Full board accommodation
on Amazon Clipper Premium Cruise (excludes drinks), all
excursions and activities as per itinerary with bilingual guide.
C
ruise into the most diverse
ecosystem in the world – the
Amazon – on a specially designed
riverboat with an accomplished naturalist
as your guide. The Amazon Clipper
Premium riverboat has 16 outside facing
cabins with double beds and private
facilities, air conditioning, dining room and
spacious rooftop sundecks for panoramic
views of the rivers and rainforests.
SAMPLE 4 Day ITINERARY
Days 1-3 Amazon Cruising
Depart the Tropical Hotel pier at 14.30. Cruise
the rich waters of Ariau River, with a sunset canoe
excursion for a chance to see nocturnal animals.
On day 2, visit a caboclo family for insight into
local customs, before navigating the Anavilhanas,
a protected archipelago which teems with wildlife.
Also visit Novo Airao, where the Amazon Clipper
Premium was built. Enjoy another night safari,
which reveals caimans, frogs, sloths and snakes.
On day 3, navigate to Praia Grande to sunbathe
on a white sand beach and take a swim. Take a
canoe trip on Lake Acajatuba before visiting the
Paricatuba community. D day 1, BLD days 2/3
TwinSingle*
$3647 N/A
$3039 N/A
N/A $4559
Pre-night accommodation in Manaus is recommended.
*Sole use. Single travellers can be matched in a shared cabin
with somebody of the same gender at the twin share rate
(Green Category Cabin).
Price per person includes: Accommodation on board
cruise boat, all meals (excluding drinks), activities as per
itinerary, bottled water.
D
iscover the spirit of the Brazilian
Amazon on this 5 day riverboat
expedition along the Amazon River
and its largest tributary, the Rio Negro.
A traditional flat-bottomed boat, the
elegant M/V Tucano is able to navigate
shallow channels closed to modern
vessels. Its 9 comfortable cabins have
ensuite facilities, air conditioning
and most importantly, large opening
windows so guests can fully experience
the completely wild surroundings.
Day 2
Anavilhanas Archipelago
Explore the black water flooded forest by launch
and Terra Firme on foot and look for the tracks
of peccaries or even jaguars. Evening nocturnal
excursion. BLD
Day 3
Xiborena Peninsula
Discover another remote rainforest by launch,
then visit a local community. Cruise to the
Xiborena Peninsula that divides the Rio Negro
and the Amazon. BLD
Day 4
Amazon River
Excursion to the Lago Janauari Ecological Park
through wild Amazonian waters and channels
overhung by gargantuan trees. Lookout for threetoed sloths or collared anteaters. Navigate the
Encontro das Aguas (meeting of the waters) and
look out for pink river dolphins. Pass the vast
Porto de Manaus, 1400km from the sea. BLD
Day 5Cruise ends Manaus
Disembark at the riverside dock of Hotel
Tropical. Tour ends. B
Day 1
Amazon Cruising
Depart upstream on the Rio Negro and enter
one of the world's largest inland river systems,
the Anavilhanas Archipelago. Look out for
squirrel and howler monkeys. After dinner take
a nocturnal excursion to look for caiman or
sloths. LD
Day 4Tour ends Manaus
Before breakfast enjoy a sunrise canoe trip for
bird watching. Return to the Tropical Hotel’s
landing platform at 11.30. Tour ends. B
Amazon Clipper Premium twin cabin
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© Brazil Ecotravel
M/V Tucano
© Brazil Ecotravel
© Amazon Nature Tours
A longer 7 day/6 night cruise is also
available. Please contact us for more
details.
M/V Tucano cabin
© Amazon Nature Tours
MANAUS - AMAZON • BRAZIL
Manaus City Stay
2 days/1 night
ex Manaus
O
n the northern bank of the
Rio Negro, Manaus is a
cosmopolitan city on the edge of the
Amazonian jungle. Founded in 1669
by the Portuguese, the city still bears
testaments of its colonial past including
the Mercado Adolpho Lisboa, the city's
oldest marketplace, and the Amazonas
Opera House. The town is 10km from
the extraordinary “Meeting of the
Waters”, where the black waters of the
Rio Negro and the brown waters of the
Rio Solimoes flow side by side for a great
distance without mixing. Manaus is the
perfect starting point for an Amazon
river cruise (pg 84) or for adventures at
any of the stunning eco-lodges featured
on this page.
Cost per person from:
01 Jan-20 Dec*
The Tropical Manaus (Superior Rm)
Blue Tree Premium (Deluxe Room)
Comfort Hotel Manaus (Superior Rm)
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge Bungalow
Anavilhanas
Jungle Lodge
$887
$828
$797
*Prices outside this date range on request. Prices may not
be valid during the Rio Olympics or National Holidays.
Price per person includes: Private airport/hotel arrival and
departure transfer, 1 night accommodation on B&B basis and
half day city tour including opera house (not available Sundays).
Accommodation
The Tropical Manaus Eco Resort
An oasis in the heart of the jungle, this sprawling
resort complex has a range of family friendly
facilities including its own zoo, multiple pools and
3 dining venues. There are 609 rooms and suites.
Blue Tree Premium Manaus
This sleek high-rise hotel is ideally located, and
features 170 spacious and comfortable rooms
with free Wi-Fi and flatscreen TVs. It also offers
a fitness centre, pool deck, sauna, restaurant and
lobby bar.
Comfort Hotel Manaus
Situated close to the Amazonas Opera House,
this 3 star hotel offers 132 rooms with internet
access (surcharge) and air conditioning. There is a
restaurant, pool, and fitness centre.
Tour cost per person:*^
Cottage #
3D/2N4D/3N5D/4N6D/5N
02 Jan-30 Jun
$1726 $2312 $2900 $3486
01 Jul-31 Aug
$1898 $2545 $3191 $3835
01 Sep-15 Dec
$1726 $2312 $2900 $3486
^Rates not valid for National Holidays.
# Prices
Price per person includes: Return ground and boat
transfers Téfé to lodge, full board accommodation, local
naturalist guide with limited English and daily activities.
for Bungalows or Panoramics on request.
Price per person includes: Scheduled transfers from
Manaus to lodge, full board accommodation (excludes
drinks), daily activities with bilingual guide.
T
his eco-friendly lodge is located
in the rainforest 2.5hrs from
Manaus and close to the world's largest
freshwater archipelago - Anavilhanas.
The lodge offers 16 Cottages, 4 Superior
Bungalows and 2 Panoramic Bungalows
with private balconies, air conditioning
and hot running water. Facilities include a
dining room, bar, pool and floating deck.
SAMPLE 4 Day ITINERARY
Day 1
Anavilhanas
Scheduled transfer from Manaus to the lodge.
Depending on arrival time enjoy an afternoon
activity before dinner. LD
Day 4Tour ends Manaus
Morning activity if time permits before departing
for Manaus where tour ends. BL
© Embratur
.
nR
Téfé
Amazon
Ariau R.
uilt completely upon floating
wooden platforms, isolated Uacari
Lodge, is 2 hours by speedboat from
Téfé in the vast Mamiraua Reserve of
the Northern Amazon. The 10 simple
but comfortable thatched chalets have
private facilities and hot running water.
The lodge has 11 easy walking trails,
an observation tower and 2 research
stations that are open to visitors.
Day 1Uacari Lodge
Transfer by boat from Téfé to the lodge, arriving
in time for a late lunch. In the afternoon, take a
walk or a canoe ride to familiarise yourself with
your surroundings. Evening presentation. LD
Days 2-3/4/7Uacari Lodge
Enjoy some of the many activities available such
as nature trails through unique varzea (floodplain)
forest, dolphin-spotting excursions on beautiful
Mamirua Lake, indigenous village visits and
opportunities to join researchers in the field. BLD
Day 4,5 or 8Tour ends Téfé
Transfer back to Téfé. Tour ends. B
R.
BRAZIL
ia R.
Alta Floresta
Xingu R.
BOLIVIA
B
Manaus
Xiborena
Peninsula
Cuiaba
Aragua
azo
Am
Anavilhanas
Archipelago
Price excludes: Drinks and gratuities.
Tocantins R.
Anavilhanas
Jungle Lodge
Negro R.
Uacari Lodge
4, 5 or 8 days
Departs ex Téfé
Lodge
4D/3N 5D/4N8D/7N
Departs
Fri MonMon/Fri
02 Jan-31 May
$964
$1114
$1557
01 Jun-30 Sep
$1034
$1191
$1645
01 Oct-22 Dec
$964
$1114
$1557
Days 2/3
Anavilhanas
Enjoy a range of guided activities by boat, canoe and
on foot as you look out for rainforest creatures. Go
spotlighting to see nocturnal animals, visit Amazon
Dolphins, go piranha fishing, canoe on the Rio
Negro, and visit the local cabocla community. BLD
Manaus
Uacari
Lodge
3,4,5 or 6 days
Departs daily ex Manaus
Lodge
TwinSingle
$492
$474
$458
© Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Brasilia
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
© Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Uacari Lodge cabins
© Eduardo Coelho
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colombia • Highlights of Colombia
Villa de Leyva
Willys Jeep - Typical vehicle of the Coffee Triangle
© Marcus Visic
COLOMBIA
Stunningly diverse Colombia’s natural
scenery includes a Caribbean and Pacific
coast, tropical Amazon rainforests and two
mountain ranges. Complementing this are
its warm welcoming people and a wealth of
striking colonial towns including the capital
Bogotá, Villa de Leyva and Cartagena.
Cat C
$1468
A Hotel Sofitel Bogota*/Hotel La Posada de San Antonio^
Day 1
Pereira
Arrive Pereira in the heart of Colombia's "Coffee
Triangle" and transfer to the Hotel Hacienda San
Jose or similar for 3 nights.
B Hotel Cite*/Hotel La Posada de San Antonio^
C Hotel de la Opera/Hotel La Posada de San Antonio^
*Weekday/Weekend rates apply therefore price may
fluctuate depending on departure day.
^Rates not valid during National Holiday Weekends or
Easter Week 18 Mar-28 Mar.
iscover the strong colonial character
of Colombia’s capital Bogota and
the picturesque Villa de Leyva, declared a
national monument in 1954. Included is a
visit to the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira.
Colonial architecture, Bogota
© Shutterstock
Day 2
Pereira
After breakfast embark on a half day tour
(approx. 5 hours) through steep green hills
covered in coffee bushes; this beautiful coffee
region is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit a coffee hacienda and learn all about coffee
production. Afternoon at leisure. B
Day 3Villa de Leyva
Visit the Museo El Fosil. The museum was built
on the exact spot where a marine dinosaur
was found. Afternoon at leisure to explore this
notable colonial town with its enormous central
plaza and pretty cobblestone streets. B
Day 4
Bogota
Depart for Bogota, visiting Convento del Santo
Ecce Homo and the famous Salt Cathedral at
Zipaquira enroute. B
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© Shutterstock
$895$1608
xplore the beautiful fertile valleys
of Colombia's Coffee Triangle which
produces some of the highest quality
coffee beans in the world. Based in
Pereira you will visit coffee plantations
and travel through the stunning Valle
del Cocora, discovering fascinating flora
and fauna, traditional villages and the
colonial houses of Filandia and Salento.
*Minimum two people. Single travellers prices on request.
Colourful La Candelaria neighbourhood
TwinSingle
E
Price per person includes: Private transfers from/to Bogota
airport and Villa de Leyva with driver and guide, 2 nights B&B
accommodation in Bogota and 2 nights B&B accommodation in
Villa de Leyva, sightseeing and meals as per itinerary.
D
15 Jan-15 Dec
Hotel Hacienda San Jose
Price includes: Private transfers from/to Pereira airport with
guide, 3 nights B&B accommodation at Hotel Hacienda San
Jose, sightseeing as per the itinerary with bilingual guide.
5 days/4 nights
Departs daily ex Bogota
Cat A Cat B
$1677 $1509
4 days/3 nights
Hotel/Hacienda
Departs ex Pereira
*High season supplement applies for Easter Week
(20/3/16 - 26/3/16) & Christmas period (20/12/15 - 31/12/16).
Bogota & Villa
de Leyva
Price per person twin:*
15 Jan-15 Dec Coffee Triangle
Day 1
Bogota
Arrive in Bogota and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2Villa de Leyva
Enjoy a morning tour around the historic La
Candelaria area of Bogota. Highlights include
Plaza de Bolivar, the Cathedral and the Capitol.
Afternoon transfer to Villa de Leyva. B
© Marcus Visic
Day 5Tour ends Bogota
Transfer to Bogota Airport where your tour ends.
Coffee hacienda
© ProExport
Highlights of COLOMBIA • COLOMBIA
Wall collages and murals are a popular form of expression in Medellin
Medellin
City Stay
3 days/2 nights
© Colombian Journeys
that connects the centre of the city to outlying
mountainous suburbs. Following your tour
you will be transferred to the local airport for
departure flight. B
TwinSingle
15 Jan-15 Dec*
Hotel Park 10 Medellin (Luxury Rm) $651 $1099
Hotel Medellin Royal 4 (Superior Rm) $576 $1091
Hotel Hacienda San Jose
*Weekday/Weekend rates apply therefore price may
© Hotel Hacienda San Jose
*Rates not valid 26 Jan-30 Jan, 26 Feb-01 Mar, 17-27 Jun,
24-28 Jul, 29 Jul-07 Aug, 30 Sep-02 Oct & 25-27 Nov.
Day 3
Pereira
Full day tour through the Valle del Cocora. Take
a hike or horseback ride into the cloud forest,
marvel at towering Quindian wax palms, the
national tree, and look out for hummingbirds
and parrots. Enjoy an optional lunch at a trout
farm then continue to Salento with its colourful
balconies, and the traditional village of Filandia.
Return to Pereira for overnight. B
Day 4Tour ends Pereira
Transfer to Pereira airport. Tour ends. B
Price includes: Private transfers from/to Medellin airport
with driver and guide, 2 nights accommodation in Medellin on
B&B basis, sightseeing and meals as per itinerary.
T
he second largest city in Colombia
has left its chequered past behind
and is enjoying a renaissance of art,
culture and tourism thanks to innovative
city management and a fantastic public
transport system. Its pleasant spring-like
climate and wealth of attractions make
Medellin a worthy stop for a few nights.
Medellin
© ProExport
Day 1Medellin
Arrive at Medellin’s airport and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Colourful colonial houses, Salento
© Shutterstock
Medellin
Mag
Panama
dalen
Panama City
PANAMA Darien
Gulf of Jungle
a R.
Santa Marta
Cartagena
Colon
Pereira
Cali
Popayan
Quito
San
Cristobal
Villa de Leyva
Bogotá
COLOMBIA
Neiva
Tierradentro
San Agustin
ECUADOR
Caracas
VENEZUELA
Los Llanos
BRAZILNegro R.
Day 2Medellin
Leaving Medellin, pass the Parque de los
Tamarindos before arriving at the Puente de
Occidente, one of the first suspension bridges
in South America. Continue on to Santa Fe de
Antioquia. Founded in 1541 this city has narrow
streets, whitewashed buildings, churches and a
cathedral. After lunch, return to Medellin, stopping
enroute at the small and wonderfully preserved
town of San Jerónimo, with its beautiful church
and fine examples of Colonial architecture. BL
Day 3Tour ends Medellin
In the morning, take a half day tour of Medellin
city, including Parque San Antonio, with its
famous Botero sculptures, the amazing Museum
of Antioquia, with exhibits from pre-Columbian
times to Independence and present day. Visit the
Plazuela de San Ignacio, one of the oldest parts
of the city, the baroque San Ignacio church and
take a trip on the metrocable cable car system
Plaza de Botero, Medellin
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Hotel Medellin Royal Superior Room
© Hotel Medellin Royal
Tefe
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colombia • Highlights of Colombia
Rosario Islands
1 day or 2 days/1 night
Departs daily ex Cartagena
TwinSingle
2 days/1 night Rosario Islands Extension* $322 $540
Full day Rosario Islands tour incl. Lunch $216 $286
*Rates not valid 01 Jul-31 Aug 2016 and during
Xmas & New Year holidays.
Vibrant Cartagena, a World Heritage site
Price per person includes: Day trip – shared transfers by
road and boat from /to Cartagena hotel to Rosario Island,
lunch. Overnight extension - shared transfers by road and
boat from /to Cartagena hotel to Rosario Island, 1 night
accommodation Hotel San Pedro de Majagua on B&B basis.
© Marcus Visic
Cartagena de
Indias
Day 2Cartagena
After breakfast visit the city's colonial quarter
on a walking tour. Highlights include Parque
Bolivar, Museo del Oro, Santo Domingo church,
the Terraplenes and the Fortifications Museum.
Afternoon at leisure. B
4 days/3 nights
Departs daily ex Cartagena
TwinSingle
15 Jan-15 Dec
Hotel Sofitel Santa Clara (Classic Rm) $1112 $2186
Hotel Casa del Arzobispado (Std Rm) $900 $1748
Hotel Boutique Ananda (Supr Jnr Suite) $728 $1405
Hotel Don Pedro de Heredia (Std Rm) $445 $848
Price per person includes: Private transfers from/
to Cartagena airport with driver and guide, 3 nights
accommodation in Cartagena on a B&B basis, sightseeing
and meals as per itinerary.
C
Day 3Cartagena
Day at leisure to explore more of this exciting
town. BL
Day 1Cartagena
Arrive in Cartagena and transfer to your hotel.
Day 4Tour ends Cartagena
Transfer to Cartagena airport. Tour ends. B
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opular as a day trip or overnight
extension to a visit in Cartagena,
the archipelago of Islas del Rosario, or
Rosario Islands, comprises 30 tropical
islands covering nearly 4,500 square
kilometres. With an abundance of coral
reef to explore, myriad marine wildlife
to see and fresh-cooked seafood to
savour, the Rosario Islands are only a 45
minute speedboat trip from Cartagena.
Spend a day there, or stop overnight
for an exotic island experience.
Santa Marta & Tayrona
artagena is a picturesque seaside
town that was declared a World
Heritage Site in 1984. A perfect blend of
Caribbean flavour and Spanish heritage,
its pretty cobblestone streets are alive
with outdoor cafes, street theatre
performances, basket weavers and
flower sellers.
Dome of San Pedro Church and colonial houses, Cartagena
P
Colourful historic centre of Cartagena
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We can also arrange itineraries to the
popular beachside town of Santa Marta
and the stunning Tayrona National Park.
4 day/3 night packages cost from $1947
per person twin share. Please enquire for
details or ask your travel agent to do so.
Wilderness & Wildlife Tours • Guyana
Guyana
One of the smallest countries in South
America, English-speaking Guyana is an
untouched wilderness paradise tucked
away in the far north of the continent. It
is renowned for its incredibly rich birdlife
and mammal and amphibian species
including jaguar, Leatherback turtle, Giant
River Otter and black caiman. Guyana
has one of the four remaining large tracts
of rainforest in the world which covers
2 million square kilometres or 70% of
the country. Expect an adventurous
journey of thick forest, abundant wildlife,
river journeys, mountain climbs and
indigenous-run eco-lodges.
The following itineraries are designed
to give you the best of what this special
country has to offer, and we can also
develop a custom itinerary based on your
personal interests and schedule.
A Taste of
Guyana
Kaieteur Falls
7 days/6 nights
Ex Boa Vista (Brazil)
Jan-Dec
Twin
Single
$7805$12185
Note: This is a private tour and operates subject to
flight schedules.
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Days 3/4 Surama Eco Lodge
Travel by boat to Ginep Landing and onwards
overland to Surama village. Enjoy a guided tour by
local villagers to see the forest through their eyes
and take a night walk. Embark on an exhilarating
climb up Surama Mountain for magnificent views
across the village and savanna. BLD
Price per person includes: All airport transfers,
ground transportation and activities as per itinerary,
accommodation and meals as per itinerary, limited local bar
at Karanambu Lodge, internal flights in Guyana, entrance
fees, park fees and services of local English speaking guide.
Free baggage allowance 9.1kg.
Guyana Nature
Experience
Price per person excludes: visas, international flights,
alcoholic drinks except where indicated, departure taxes,
laundry, gratuities and items of a personal nature.
15 days/14 nights ex Georgetown
T
he perfect journey to add onto your
longer South American adventure,
or for the traveller with only a short
time, our ‘Taste of Guyana’ will certainly
leave you hungry for more.
White-Faced Saki Monkey
Departs Georgetown:
30 Jan, 13 Feb, 19 Mar, 09 Apr, 07 May, 13 Aug,
03 Sep, 08 Oct, 19 Nov & 10 Dec 2016.
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Georgetown
VENEZUELA
GUYANA
Kaieteur Falls
Orinduik & Jasper Falls
Iwokrama
Reserve
Boa Vista
BRAZIL
FRENCH
GUIANA
Lethem
SURINAME
TwinSingle
$8187$9274
^Based on scheduled departure, private rates on request.
Minimum 2 clients - Maximum 10.
An alternative entry into Guyana, other
than its capital Georgetown, is to cross
from Boa Vista (Brazil) into the Guianian
town of Lethem. This trip will see you
escorted across the border into Guyana
launching straight into spectacular
wildlife viewing and eco lodge stays.
Days 1/2Karanambu Lodge
Depart Boa Vista and cross the border into
Guyana at Lethem. Drive through the savanna
country to Karanambu Lodge, home to Diane
McTurk, a renowned conservationist who worked
for many years rehabilitating Giant River Otters.
See giant anteaters, otters and the Victoria
Amazonica, the world’s largest water lily and
Guyana’s national flower. LD/BLD
Jan-Dec^
Price per person includes: Return airport transfers,
ground transportation and activities as per itinerary,
accommodation and meals as per itinerary, limited local bar
at Karanambu Lodge, internal flights in Guyana, entrance
fees, park fees and services of local English speaking guide.
Price excludes: Visas, international flights, alcoholic
drinks except where indicated, departure taxes, laundry,
gratuities and items of a personal nature.
T
Georgetown
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Days 5/6 Georgetown
Depart Surama to Rock View for a scheduled flight
to Georgetown. Enjoy an afternoon city tour of
Georgetown and an optional evening tour of the
botanic gardens and museum. Departing on a flight
from Georgetown, visit Kaieteur Falls, a landmark
attraction of Guyana and a thundering spectacle of
water plummeting 224 metres. Onward flight to
the Brazil border and Orinduik Falls where water
flows over terraced steppes of solid jasper. Fly
back to Georgetown for a final overnight stay. BL
his comprehensive guided tour
takes in many of the exceptional
cultural and wildlife highlights of
Guyana, covering rivers, mountains,
savannas, rainforest and staying in ecolodges. It is available as a small group
scheduled departure or private tour.
Please contact us for further details.
Day 7Tour ends Boa Vista
After breakfast depart Georgetown and fly to
Lethem for an onward land transfer across the
border to Boa Vista. Tour ends. B
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MEXICO
An intriguing mix of peoples, cultures and
landscapes, Mexico is full of surprises.
Renowned for its ancient Mayan and
Aztec archaeological sites, it also has
spectacular scenery, from jungle clad
mountains and cactus studded deserts to
palm-fringed beaches with luxury resorts.
Mexico also has a modern, thriving
economy with sophisticated cities and
excellent infrastructure. See the famous
artworks of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera
in the museums and grand buildings of
Mexico City. Visit Mayan pyramids and
richly decorated temples and palaces
which date back thousands of years, and
explore gorgeous Spanish colonial towns
with flamboyant 17th century Baroque
architecture and beautiful shaded piazzas.
Highlights
Mexico City; Teotihuacan pyramids;
the Copper Canyon, El Fuerte and the
Chihuahua al Pacifico train; The World
Heritage colonial town of Puebla; Oaxaca
and the Zatopec ruins; Palenque, the Yucatán
Mayan sites of Chichén Itzá and Uxmal, historic
haciendas, the colonial cities of San Miguel de
Allende, Guanajuato and Guadalajara.
Climate
Mexico’s climate varies depending on altitude.
December to April is the best time to visit
and also the driest. May and June are usually
the hottest months and the summer months,
May to October, are also the wettest with
September/October being the peak of the
hurricane season.
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M agical Mexico
The people we met, the ancient sites, cities and beaches
we visited, the hotels we stayed at, the food we ate
were all superb. Not to mention the 10,000 photographs
we got to bring home to show family and friends!
A trip of a lifetime has
become a reality for us.
Andrew and June McFarlane
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MEXICO • CITY STAYS & DAY TOURS
Pyramid of the Sun at Teotihuacan
The Fine Arts Palace, Mexico City
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Mexico City
City Stay
W
4 days/3 nights
ith so much to do in Mexico City it
is almost a destination on its own.
One of the world’s largest metropolitan
areas, the city is built on the ruins of
the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan, and
offers a heady mix of age-old tradition
and contemporary flair. Discover fine
museums, a vibrant food culture and a
thriving live music scene from classical to
Cuban and jazz to mariachi.
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Hotel Las Alcobas
Located in the trendy Polanco quarter close to
restaurants and nightclubs, this boutique hotel
offers 2 restaurants, a bar, spa and 35 modern
rooms with rosewood furnishings and Italian
linens, free Wi-Fi and flatscreen TVs with Bose
speaker systems.
Beautiful Mexican cuisine
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Accommodation
Tour cost per person from:*
TwinSingle
10 Jan-01 Dec
Hotel Las Alcobas (Deluxe Room)
$1688 $3315
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico (Std) $1062$2060
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton (Std)$911 $1762
*Surcharges apply on national holidays and certain
dates. Prices are available on request.
and departure transfers, 3 nights accommodation on a
bed & breakfast basis, 1 full day private Mexico City citytour including Museum of Anthropology* and 1 full day
Teotihuacan pyramids & Guadalupe Shrine tour.
*Doesn't operate on Mondays.
OPTIONAL mexico city Day Tours
TwinSingle
Teotihuacan hot air balloon ride* $429$429
(Private. transfer not incl.)
Cooking class with 'Dona Lupita" $171$315
in Xochimilco (Private. transfer not incl.) (full day)
Floating Gardens of Xochimilco, $398$697
& Frida Kahlo museum (half day)
*Rate is provisional & subject to change.
Hotel Las Alcobas
© Hotel Las Alcobas
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico
This elegant hotel is renowned for its remarkable
turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau décor and
stunning stained-glass ceiling in the lobby.
Located downtown on vibrant Zócalo Square,
it offers a unique blend of traditional and
contemporary décor, 60 rooms and suites, 2
restaurants, and a bar.
Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico
© Gran Hotel Cuidad de Mexico
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton
In the historic centre, just steps from Zocalo
Square, this hotel offers 108 air-conditioned,
ensuite rooms and suites. It features a spectacular
6-storey atrium with stained glass ceiling, tranquil
rooftop terrace, 2 restaurants and bars, a café,
gym, business centre and free Wi-Fi access.
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton
© Hampton
U.S.A.
Chihuahua
Creel
Los Mochis
MEXICO
Mazatlan
San Miguel
de Allende
Merida Yucatan
Guadalajara
Peninsula
Teotihuacán
Mexico City
Campeche
Puebla
Pacific Ocean
Palenque
Acapulco
Oaxaca
Puerto Vallarta
Floating Gardens of Xochimilco
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PUEBLA, OAXACA & the DAY OF THE DEAD • MEXICO
Dramatic scenery of Puebla
Monte Alban, Oaxaca
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Puebla & Oaxaca
5 days/4 nights
ex Mexico City to Oaxaca
Tour cost per person from:A
B
C
D
10 Jan-01 Dec*
$1989 $1873 $1523 $1449
*Surcharges apply on national holidays and certain dates.
Single travellers prices are available on request.
A La Purificadora, Quinta Real Oaxaca
B
Quinta Real Puebla, Hotel De La Parra
C
Posada San Pedro, Casa Conzatti
D
Colonial de Puebla, Oaxaca Real
Price per person includes: 4 nights hotel accommodation
on B&B basis, full day tour Puebla, private transfers and
sightseeing as specified in the itinerary, departure transfer
hotel to Oaxaca airport.
D
iscover two of the Mexico's most
magnificent cities, both World
Heritage sites renowned for their majestic
Spanish colonial buildings. Ancient Puebla,
“The City of Angels” was founded in
1532. Well known for its architectural
beauty and its food, it lies in the shadow of
Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes.
Oaxaca, founded in 1529, has a rich
history and culture and is close to nearby
archeological sites from the Zapotec
civilization (500 B.C. to 800 A.D.)
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman, Oaxaca
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Day 1
Puebla
Depart by private vehicle towards Puebla,
stopping to visit Tonantzintla’s ornate church
with its indigenous-style decoration. Continue
to Cholula to see the Great Pyramid, larger than
the Egyptian pyramid of Cheops. On arrival in
Puebla explore this beautiful town and perhaps
try Mexico’s national dish - mole - which
originated here.
Days 2/3Oaxaca
After breakfast drive to Oaxaca. On arrival enjoy
free time exploring the city or relaxing. Next
day enjoy a half day tour to Monte Alban, the
most majestic of Oaxaca’s ancient ruins and the
greatest of the Zapotec cities; its location on
a levelled mountain top a testament to ancient
engineering abilities. B
Day 4Oaxaca
Half day tour of Mitla. See the ancient Tule tree,
thought to be over 2,000 years old and one
of the world’s largest trees. Mitla was once an
important Zapotec city but its temples were
destroyed by the Spanish and the stones used
to build a church. Stop at a distillery on the way
back for mescal tasting. B
Day 5Tour ends
After breakfast transfer to the airport.
Tour ends. B
Day of the Dead
Experience
9 days/8 nights
ex Oaxaca
28 Oct-05 Nov 2016
AB
Hotel Casa Bonita (Premium Rm) $3268 $6534
Price per person includes: 8 nights hotel
accommodation on bed & breakfast basis, private
transfers and sightseeing as specified in the itinerary,
departure transfer hotel to Oaxaca airport.
T
his entirely unique adventure
begins in the culturally rich
southern city of Oaxaca and takes in
traditional Zapotec weaving, candlemaking and bread-baking in preparation
for the Day of the Dead. Celebrated
on 31st October, this 3-day ancient
holiday honours the dead with prayers,
feasting and festivities that spill out
onto the streets. March to a brass band
in Etla’s famous public parade, alongside
villagers dressed in Halloween-style
costumes, help decorate a traditional
family grave, learn to make tortillas and
taste the delicious regional fare that has
made this state a permanent fixture on
gourmet travellers’ itineraries.
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MEXICO • COLONIAL CITIES & COPPER cANYON
Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato
Copper Canyon train El Chepe
© Condor Verde
Mexico’s
Colonial Cities
Day 1
San Miguel de Allende
Leave Mexico City and transfer to San Miguel de
Allende. Rest of day at leisure.
7 days/6 nights
Departs daily ex Mexico City
Tour cost per person from:*A
B
C
10 Jan-01 Dec
$2992 $2015 $1960
A
Hotel Rosewood San Miguel de Allende,
Hotel Camino Real Guanajuato, Hotel Villa Ganz
B
Hotel La Morada, Hotel Posada Santa Fe,
Hotel De Mendoza
C
Hotel Mision San Miguel de Allende, Hotel Mision Guanajuato, Hotel Mision Carlton Guadalajara
Day 2
San Miguel de Allende
Set out on a half day tour of this delightful colonial
town with its opulent mansions and handsome
churches, connected by quaint cobbled streets.
The town’s history as an important crossroads
in the gold and silver trade is reflected in its
outstanding architectural heritage. B
Copper Canyon
6 days/5 nights
Departs by train
ex Chihuahua to Los Mochis or vv.
Tour cost per person from:*A B^
10 Jan-01 Dec
$1763
$1720
^Please note that Cat A is 4 star and Cat B is 5 star.
Preferred partner discount hotel rate has been applied.
A Quality Inn Chihuahua San Francisco, Best Western
The Lodge at Creel Hotel & Spa, Hotel Mirador,
Mision Cerocahui, Posada del Hidalgo
B
Price per person includes: 6 nights hotel accommodation on
bed & breakfast basis, private tours and transfers as specified in
the itinerary, departure transfer hotel to Guadalajara airport.
Boutique San Felipe El Real, Best Western
The Lodge at Creel Hotel & Spa, Hotel Mirador,
Mision Cerocahui, Posada del Hidalgo
Price per person includes: Arrival transfer Chihuahua airport
to hotel, 5 nights hotel accommodation on B&B basis (FB Hotel
Mirador & Hotel Mision Cerocahui), transfers and tours as
specified in the itinerary, first class Chepe train ticket, meals as
per itinerary, departure transfer hotel to Los Mochis airport.
M
exico’s renowned colonial cities are
so filled with treasures that many
have been declared World Heritage
sites. Since the 16th century these
provincial towns have profited from the
riches of gold and silver mining, with
wealthy traders building fine homes to
display their success. Discover grand
buildings, cobblestone streets, winding
alleyways and quiet gardens.
T
San Miguel de Allende street scene
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Days 3/4 Guanajuato
Travel to Guanajuato, a World Heritage Site and
the birthplace of Diego Rivera. Brightly coloured
houses tumble down the hillside and richly
decorated mansions and wide piazzas make this
one of the most picturesque towns in Mexico.
Rest of the day at leisure. Next day enjoy a half
day guided tour of the town’s churches, parks,
theatres and museums. B
ravel by "El Chepe" train through
the spectacular Copper Canyon on
one of the great train journeys of Latin
America. Wider and deeper than the
Grand Canyon, with copper green walls,
this remarkable series of canyons is an
intricate maze of gorges, waterfalls and
giant rocks located in Chihuahua state,
north-eastern Mexico.
The train covers 673kms from Chihuahua
to Los Mochis near the coast, traversing
39 bridges and 87 tunnels. Overnight
accommodation is in hotels.
Day 1Chihuahua
Transfer from Chihuahua airport to hotel. Rest of
the day at leisure.
Days 5/6 Guadalajara
Depart for Guajalajara, one of the most serenely
beautiful cities in Mexico, with parks, fountains,
monuments and rose-lined boulevards. Next
day take a half day guided tour of the cathedral,
lovely squares and majestic colonial buildings.
Visit nearby Tlaquepaque with its historic centre,
colonial era churches and local handicrafts
including pottery, glassware and papier mache. B
La Parroquia, San Miguel de Allende
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© Chepe
Day 7Tour ends
After breakfast transfer to the airport or prepare
for your onward travel. Tour ends. B
Mushroom Valley
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YUCATAN PENINSULA • MEXICO
Picturesque coastline of Tulum
Day 2Creel
Transfer to Chihuahua station and board the
first class El Chepe train. Travel through rugged
mountains to Creel. Enjoy a half day tour of
Arareko Lake, Tarahumara caves, Mushroom Valley
and San Ignacio Mission. Overnight Creel. B
Day 3
Posada Barrancas
After breakfast board the train and continue
through dramatic scenery to Posada Barrancas.
Explore the town and enjoy the spectacularly
positioned Hotel Mirador; perched on the edge of
the canyon with breathtaking views. B
Day 4
Bahuichivo
El Chepe continues its steep decent from
Barrancas towards Bahuichivo. Here you will
disembark and explore the former 17th century
Jesuit village of Cerocahui and its surrounds.
Overnight at the Hotel Mision Cerocahui. BLD
Day 5El Fuerte
Board the train at Bahuichivo (1600m) and descend
towards the coast arriving into El Fuerte (200m)
for overnight at the Hotel Posada del Hidalgo. B
Day 6Tour ends
After breakfast transfer by taxi from El Fuerte to
Los Mochis. Tour ends. B
Note: Train also runs in reverse.
Stunning views from Hotel Mirador balcony
© Mirador
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Yucatan Peninsula
8 days/7 nights
Departs daily ex Merida
Tour cost per person from:*Twin Single
10 Jan-01 Dec
$3517
$6505
dates. Single travellers prices are available on request.
Price per person includes: 7 nights hotel accommodation
on bed & breakfast basis, private transfers and sightseeing
as specified in the itinerary, departure transfer hotel to
Cancun airport.
T
he Yucatan Peninsula is a
magical combination of luminous
Caribbean waters, powder sand
beaches, extensive pre-Columbian ruins
and atmospheric colonial cities. Maya
culture flourishes here, evident in the
language, traditions and cuisine, with
fresh seafood being a staple. Visit the
renowned pyramids of Chichen Itza,
the walled city of Tulum and the coastal
playground of Playa del Carmen.
Day 4Chichen Itza
Witness the amazing achievements of the Mayan
Empire in the well-preserved city of Chichen
Itza. Explore this remarkable complex before a
tour of a fascinating tequila distillery in Mayapan.
Overnight at Hotel Hacienda Chichen Resort. B
Days 5-7Tulum
Travel down the stunning Caribbean coastline,
taking in the lively resort town of Cancun and
bohemian Playa del Carmen en route to the
fortified ruined city of Tulum overlooking pearlwhite beaches. For the next two days, discover
this region at leisure. You could swim with
dolphins at Puerto Aventuras or dive Akumal's
subterranean caverns (additional cost). Overnight
at Hotel Ana y Jose Charming Hotel & Spa. B
Day 8Tour ends Cancun
Transfer to Cancun airport by road. Tour ends.
Day 1Merida
Transfer from Merida airport to Hotel Casa Italia
Yucatan for overnight. Rest of the day at leisure.
Days 2/3Merida
Explore the laid-back Yucatan state capital of
Merida and its many surrounding historical
offerings, including the ancient archaeological
sites of Uxmal and Kabah. Visit the imposing
Pyramid of the Magician, the intriguing House of
Turtles and the intricate Palace of the Masks. A
half-day tour of Merida reveals a 16th-century
cathedral, a leafy central square and an elegant
boulevard fashioned after the Champs Elysees.
Overnight at Hotel Casa Italia Yucatan. B
Ancient preserved city of Chichen Itza
Merida City Hall
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MEXICO • Yucatan and its Haciendas
Yucatan
and its Haciendas
A
Hacienda Temozon
3 days/2 nights
Departs daily ex Merida or Campeche
n authentic way to experience Yucatan’s rich history
is to stay in a hacienda or estate. Dating back to the
17th century, haciendas were passed through generations
and today they offer a glimpse into a rich and privileged past.
These intimate and historic haciendas, which are located in
the middle of the Mayan archaeological zones, have had their
period details exquisitely restored.
Hacienda Temozon & San Jose Cholul
Private return transfer from/to Merida, 2 nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast
basis, 1 full day private tour including lunch.
Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Private return transfer from/to Campeche airport, 2 nights accommodation on a
bed & breakfast basis, 1 half day private tour.
Gulf of Mexico
Cancun
Progreso
Hacienda San
Playa
Jose Cholul
Merida
del Carmen
Chichen Itza
Hacienda Temozon
Uxmal
Hacienda Puerta
Campeche
Campeche
Camillo Puerto
Yucatan Peninsula
Chetumal
MEXICO
The sprawling coral rendered
exterior of Hacienda Temozon,
located 38kms south of Merida,
conceals 28 guest rooms and
suites in a fully restored, original
historic building. Modern
comforts abound including free
Wi-Fi, hairdryer, minibar and air
conditioning. Guests can relax
at the Spa, swim in the huge
outdoor pool or explore the
Superior Room
area’s archaeological sites. This
package includes a full day tour on day 2 following the Puuc route with many
interesting sites to visit along the way to the World Heritage listed Uxmal.
Price per person:
Hacienda Temozon (Superior Rm)
10 Jan-01 Dec*
TwinSingle
$1202 $2331
*Surcharges apply on national holidays and certain dates. Prices are available on request.
Hacienda San Jose Cholul
Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Located on the northern Yucatan
peninsula, this heritage plantation
house is close to the Chichen
Itza archaeological site and
exudes a historic charm of the
past. Its 15 rooms and suites have
been designed to honour the
original features of the property
without compromising on
modern comforts. The hacienda
has beautiful lush gardens, a large Superior Room
outdoor pool, spa treatments
and excursions to nearby historic attractions. This package includes a full
day tour to Chichen-Itza, the best restored of Yucatan’s Mayan sites.
This colourful hacienda
comprises a collection of
restored 17th century historical
houses. The 15 traditionally
decorated guest rooms have
18 foot ceilings and modern
amenities such as Wi-Fi, air
conditioning and a minibar.
Guests can relax at the outdoor
pool, enjoy Spa treatments
or explore some of the many
Superior Room
tourist activities in bustling
Campeche. This package includes a half day tour to the site of Edzna,
with its extensive canal system, temple and Gran Acropolis.
Price per person:
TwinSingle
Hacienda San Jose Cholul (Superior Rm)
10 Jan-01 Dec*
$1082 $2105
Price per person:
TwinSingle
Hacienda Puerta Campeche (Superior Rm)
10 Jan-01 Dec*
$775 $1498
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MEXICAN CONTRASTS TOUR • MEXICO
Mexican
Contrasts
9 days/8 nights
Departs daily ex Tuxtla
Tour cost per person from:A
B
10 Jan-01 Dec*
$5152 $3606
C
$3558
dates. Single travellers prices are available on request.
A Hotel Bo, Hotel Boutique Quinta Cha Nab Nal,
Casa Lecanda, Be Tulum
B
Casa Vieja, Chan-Kah Resort Village, Gran Real
Yucatan, Rosa del Viento
C
Mansion del Valle, Ciudad Real Palenque, Hotel del
Gobernador, Hip Hotel Tulum
Price per person includes: Arrival transfer Tuxtla airport
to hotel, departure transfer hotel to Cancun airport, 8
nights hotel accommodation with breakfast daily, other
meals as specified, tours and transfers as specified in the
itinerary with English speaking guide.
Excludes: Flight Villahermosa - Merida, airport taxes, meals
not specified, personal expenses and voluntary gratuities.
E
xperience Mexico’s fascinating history
in the states of Chiapas and Yucatan.
The towns of San Cristobal de Las Casas
and Merida, built in the 16th century,
showcase classical Spanish architecture,
and nearby traditional villages are home
to descendants of the ancient Maya
people. Visit some of the country’s finest
Mayan archaeological sites, including
Chichen-Itza, Palenque and Uxmal.
Day 1
San Cristobal de Las Casas
Private transfer from Tuxtla Airport to San
Cristobal de Las Casas, stopping en route at Chiapa
de Corozo for a boat trip (shared) on spectacular
Sumidero Canyon. Afternoon at leisure.
Magnificent ruins of Palenque
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Day 3
Palenque
After breakfast, drive to the bustling city of
Villahermosa located on the Grijalva river. Visit
the city's fascinating open-air Parque-Museo de
La Venta. Drive to Palenque for overnight. B
Day 4
Palenque
Depart for a full day tour of the Mayan
archaeological sites of Bonampak and Yaxchilan.
Hidden in dense jungle, Bonampak was only
discovered in 1946. Its colourful murals that
depict Mayan life and mythology are considered
some of the finest in the country. Continue on
by road and boat to reach Yaxchilan – a large
and dramatically located site in the Lacandon
rainforest. B
Day 2
Explore San Cristobal on a half day city tour to
see its cathedral, squares and churches. Then
drive 10km into the highlands to the Indian
villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan to
experience traditional Mayan culture and visit
local handicraft markets. B
Ancient Bonampak mural
Day 5
Merida
Leave early for a half day tour of the remarkable
Mayan site of Palenque from the classic period
(300 to 900 AD). Spectacularly situated in the
jungle with amazing vistas all the way to the Gulf
coast, it features a turreted palace and pyramid
tomb featuring unique and elegant architecture
and lightly sculpted reliefs. Afterwards transfer
to Villahermosa airport for your flight to Merida
(not included), built more than 450 years ago on
the site of an ancient Mayan city. B
Day 6
Merida
A busy day of sightseeing begins with the nearby
Mayan sites of Uxmal and Kabah. Uxmal is a
UNESCO World Heritage site known for its
low horizontal palaces set around courtyards,
decorated with a profusion of symbolic motifs
depicting the long-nosed rain god Chaac.
Continue onto Kabah to see the Palace of the
Masks. Return to Merida for a city tour that
takes in the sights of this 16th century town. BL
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Chichen-Itza pyramid
Day 7
Riviera Maya
Leaving Merida you will drive to famous ChichenItza; the best restored of the Yucatan’s Mayan
sites. Set in dense jungle the magnificent ruins
include the massive Pyramid of Kukulcan and the
Great Ball Court, a site once used for human
sacrifice. After a full day exploring you will arrive
at Riviera Maya. BL
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Mexican Contrasts
Yucatan
Peninsula
Merida
Cancún
Riviera Maya
Chichen-Itza
Mexico City
Villahermosa
MEXICO Tuxtla
Palenque
San Cristobal
de Las Casas
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Day 8
Riviera Maya
Full day at leisure to relax and explore. B
Live band in Merida
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Day 9
Tour ends
Morning transfer to Cancun airport. Tour ends. B
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Cuba • Highlights of cuba
Classic mid 20th century cars in Havana
Havana local
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Highlights of
Cuba
Cuba
Venture into this melting pot of
Caribbean culture, Spanish history and
time-warp cities and you will discover
pure wilderness, world heritage nature
reserves, exceptional diving and
snorkelling and thousands of kilometres
of white sandy beaches.
8 days/7 nights
Ex Havana
Jan-Oct†
Nov-Dec^
Well-developed for tourism with resorts
and hotels, Cuba offers far more than the
ubiquitous mid-century cars and cigars.
There is an astounding 500 year history of
architectural styles to explore, a lively music
and food scene and an incredibly warm
welcome from a country that relies on
tourism for much-needed foreign currency.
We hope you’ll spend a few weeks in
Cuba, exploring the many delights of
this nation of 4,000-plus islands, islets
and keys. In case you can't manage a full
fortnight here, we've also designed a few
shorter itineraries ideal as an add-on to a
longer journey throughout the Americas,
which will pique your curiosity about this
socialist island nation.
† Prices
not valid for Easter period.
A Hotel Saratoga/Casa Verde/
Iberostar Grand Trinidad
B Hotel Armadores De Santander/Hotel La Union/
Hotel La Ronda
transfers Havana, hotel accommodation with breakfast daily,
lunches and dinners as specified, services of a driver/guide
outside Havana, all tours specified in the itinerary.
T
his comprehensive tour gives you
plenty of time to enjoy eclectic
Havana with its incredible architectural
history, lively social scene and mid-century
ambience. Once outside Havana you will
experience the hidden gems of Cuba,
including historic Cienfuegos and Trinidad,
the stunning natural heritage of the Topes
de Collantes nature park and the resting
place of the famous revolutionary,
Che Guevara at Santa Clara.
Key West
GULF OF MEXICO
Havana
CUBA
Cienfuegos
Day 2Havana
After breakfast take a walking tour of historyrich Old Havana with its World Heritage colonial
architecture and cobblestone streets visiting
landmarks such as the Plaza de Armas and Plaza
Vieja. Lunch at a restaurant in Old Havana.
Afternoon at leisure to explore further and soak up
the atmosphere. BL
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BAHAMAS
Cayo Santa Maria
Santa Clara
Trinidad
Camaguey
CARIBBEAN SEA
Bayamo
Santiago
de Cuba
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Day 4Cienfuegos
With your private driver/guide leave Havana after
breakfast and drive to Cienfuegos, a major sea
port known for its rich heritage of Neoclassical
buildings. Half day tour of Cienfuegos. Lunch is
included at a local restaurant. BL
Cat A Cat B
$5057$3499
$5362$3708
Day 1Havana
Arrive Havana and transfer to your hotel. Rest of
the day at leisure.
El Morro Castle in Havana
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Day 3Havana
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before setting off on
a city tour through modern Havana in a vintage car.
Travel through neighbourhoods such as Central
Havana, Vedado and Miramar, as well as visit the
Capital Building, Revolution Square, Hotel Nacional
and the University of Havana. B
Charming Cienfuegos
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Day 5Trinidad
Drive to Trinidad, a World Heritage listed town
founded in 1514 and known for its colonial
architecture. Day at leisure before a traditional
home-stay dinner with a Cuban family followed
by a tour to discover the music and dance of this
colourful town with a local guide. BD
Day 6Trinidad
Begin the day exploring the historical centre of
Trinidad. Stop at La Canchánchara bar to taste a
Cuban cocktail made with rum, lemon and honey.
Shop at the craft markets before lunch, then
travel to Topes de Collantes, a nature park in the
Escambray Mountains with a coffee stop at La Casa
del Café to taste some of Cuba`s finest coffee. BL
Day 7Havana
Depart Trinidad to Santa Clara, an historical
town with a rich revolutionary legacy. This
journey will take you to the memorial of Ernesto
“Che” Guevara. Lunch is included at a local
restaurant. Continue onwards to Havana with
the rest of the day at leisure. BL
Day 8Tour ends Havana
Tour ends after breakfast. Either depart for the
airport or stay on for an optional beach break at
one of Cuba’s beautiful beaches. Check out our 4
day Cayo Santa Maria package on page 99.
CLASSIC CUBA • CUBA
Old Havana
Trinidad
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Classic Cuba
11 days/10 nights
Ex Havana
Jan-Oct†
Nov-Dec^
Cat A Cat B
$8411$6971
$8915$7389
† Prices
A
Hotel Saratoga/Hotel Melia Santiago/Hotel Royalton/
Camino de Hierro/Iberostar Grand Trinidad
B
Iberostar Parque Central/Hostal San Basilio/Hotel
Royalton/Camino de Hierro/Iberostar Grand Trinidad
Price per person includes: Private return airport transfers
Havana, hotel accommodation with breakfast daily, lunches
and dinners as specified, flights shown in itinerary, services of a
driver/guide outside Havana, all tours specified in the itinerary.
J
ourney from Havana to the other end of
the country where you will embark on
an escorted driving tour through beautiful
colonial towns and national parks,
winding your way back to the capital. This
trip allows you to fully appreciate the
incredible history, diversity and warmth
of Cuba and its people.
Days 1/2Havana
Meet and greet at Havana airport, transfer to hotel.
On Day 2 enjoy a morning walking tour of Old
Havana, with lunch at a local restaurant. Afternoon
panoramic city tour in a vintage car – a classic way
to explore this eclectic capital. BL (Day 2 only).
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Day 3Havana
Enjoy a whole day road trip through the
spectacular Sierra del Rosario, visiting a tobacco
plantation and cigar factory. Marvel at the
beautiful Viñales Valley, explore Viñales town and
the Dos Hermanas valley before reaching Cueva
del Indio. Board a boat and travel along the
underground river. Tour includes a typical Cuban
lunch at a local restaurant. BL
Days 4/5 Santiago de Cuba
Morning at leisure in Havana. Afternoon flight
from Havana to Santiago de Cuba and the
remainder of the day at leisure Overnight
in Santiago de Cuba then enjoy a morning
guided walk to discover a warm and hospitable
people and a rich history. After lunch at a local
restaurant continue sightseeing, visiting the
Cobre Sanctuary. BL
Day 6
Bayamo
Early breakfast and short drive to Bayamo
explore the city in a horse-drawn carriage.
Travel through the narrow streets and visit the
most important squares and sites. Afternoon at
leisure. B
Day 7Camaguey
Drive north-west to Camaguey, a World Heritage
protected town. Enjoy a pleasant afternoon stroll
through the rich colonial-style UNESCO heritage
centre with its irregular, intricate street network.
In the evening experience Camaguey at night by
visiting Casa de la Trova where you can enjoy
traditional Cuban music. B
Day 8Trinidad
Drive to Trinidad, one of the best preserved
colonial cities in the Caribbean. Enjoy a traditional
dinner with a Cuban family before exploring the
city by night with your local guide. BD
Day 9Trinidad
Take a walking tour through the historic centre
of Trinidad, admiring its spectacular colonial
architecture, with an afternoon trip to Topes de
Collantes nature park. BL
Day 10Havana
Depart Trinidad after breakfast and drive to
Cienfuegos. Spend half a day unveiling the secrets
of Cienfuegos city; the so-called Pearl of the
South. Lunch is included at a local restaurant. BL
Day 11Tour ends Havana
Tour ends after breakfast. You will either depart
for the airport and your onward flight, or why not
consider a 3 night beach break at Cayo Santa Maria? B
CUBA BEACH STAY
4 days/3 nights
Departs ex Cayo Santa Maria
Jan-Oct†
Nov-Dec^
Cat A Cat B
$1667$1165
$1768$1236
A Hotel Melia Buena Vista (Junior Suite Sea View)
B Royalton Cayo Santa Maria (Junior Suite)
† Prices
^Prices for Nov-Dec are provisional.
Price per person includes: Accommodation on a
twin share basis, all meals and drinks (some premium
beverages excluded).
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Santiago de Cuba
njoy the world-class beach lifestyle
of Cuba with this 4 day/3 night addon to your Cuba tour. Cayo Santa Maria
is an island located in the north of
Cuba and is connected to the mainland
by a 48 kilometre causeway. Ideal for
a stress-free tropical break where
you can laze by the pool, enjoy the
Caribbean waters and relax on some of
the best beaches in the country. We can
arrange flights or land transfers to Cayo
Santa Maria from Havana or other
points in Cuba – just ask us for details.
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Guatemala • TIKAL, ANTIGUA, 'CHICHI' & LAKE ATITLAN
'ChiChi'
& Lake Atitlan
3 days/2 nights
Hotel
Departs Thu & Sun
ex Guatemala City
Jan-Dec
Casa Palopo
Hotel Atitlan
Dos Mundos
TwinSingle
$1880$3420
$1285$2254
$1103$1859
*Surcharge for Xmas/New Year, Easter and Thanksgiving will
not be known until hotel is booked. Details on request.
Price per person includes: Return airport transfers
Guatemala City to Lake Atitlan, 2 nights accommodation
with breakfast, tour of Chichicastenango with lunch, tour of
Santiago Village by boat with lunch, English speaking guide.
D
Tikal Mayan Site
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Antigua
Guatemala
4 days/3 nights
Hotel
Departs daily ex Guatemala City
This mesmerizing country features
some of the finest remains of the Mayan
civilisation found anywhere in the
Americas as well as romantic Spanish
colonial towns, indigenous villages,
tropical forests, volcanos and beautiful
Lake Atitlan high in the mountains.
Jan-Dec
El Convento
Meson de Maria
Los Bucaros
$734$1434
$490$900
$408$746
*Surcharge for Xmas/New Year, Easter and Thanksgiving will
not be known until hotel is booked. Details on request.
Tikal
National Park
Price per person includes: Return airport transfers
Guatemala City to Antigua, 3 nights accommodation with
breakfast, HD walking city tour, English speaking guide.
3 days/2 nights
Hotel
Departs daily ex Guatemala City
Jan-Dec
Bolontiku Boutique Hotel
Jungle Lodge
Villa Maya
TwinSingle
L
TwinSingle
$2014$3258
$1856$2745
$1688$2525
*Surcharge for Xmas/New Year, Easter and Thanksgiving
will not be known until hotel is booked. Details on request.
Price per person includes: Airport transfer in Guatemala
City, return flight Guatemala City to Flores, return transfers
Flores to hotel, 2 nights accommodation on B&B basis
(lunch on day 2 at the Jungle Lodge only), private Yaxha and
Topoxte day tour, private Tikal day tour including lunch with
English speaking guide and entrance fees.
Luggage: TAG Airlines can only guarantee 9 kg check in luggage
per person, plus one piece of hand luggage with max weight 4.5kg.
R
ising through the jungle canopy the
mysterious temple ruins of Tikal
are a sight to behold. Dating back to
the 4th century BC this is the largest
archaeological site of pre-Columbian
Mayan civilisation. This UNESCO World
Heritage area is well preserved and the
surrounding national park is home to
a variety of tropical animals and birds
including howler and spider monkeys.
ocated in Guatemala’s central
highlands, Antigua is an idyllic city
and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is
celebrated for its well preserved Spanish
Baroque style architecture. Walk along
the city’s cobblestone streets and you will
discover high-end galleries, museums and
boutiques as well as some architecturally
spectacular colonial buildings.
iscover Guatemala’s famous
‘ChiChi’ Chichicastenango
market and the crystal blue waters of
Lake Atitlan. Within a caldera ringed
by three lofty volcanos, the lake is
surrounded by a dozen quaint villages,
each distinguished from the next by
the unique traditional dress of its
inhabitants.
Day 1
Lake Atitlan
Transfer from Guatemala City to the market
town of Chichicastenango. Explore the market
(Thu & Sun) and visit St Tomas Church. There
is also the option to hike up the hill of Pascual
Abaj to see local shaman performing their rituals.
Transfer to Lake Atitlan for overnight. L
Day 2
Lake Atitlan
After breakfast depart on a 30 min scenic boat
ride, passing the three volcanos Toliman, Atitlan
and San Pedro. Disembark at the lakeside village
of Santiago. Visit the home of the local Maya God
Maximon and discover the historical significance
of the village’s textiles and art. BL
Day 3Tour ends Guatemala City
After breakfast transfer to Guatemala City
Day 1
Antigua
Arrive at Guatemala City airport and transfer to
your Antigua hotel.
Days 2/3 Antigua
Enjoy a half day walking tour through the
charming streets of Antigua discovering its rich
architecture and history. Highlights include Iglesia
San Francisco, the Cathedral and La Merced
Church. Day 3 is at leisure. B
After breakfast transfer to Guatemala City
MEXICO
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BELIZE
Tikal
Flores
Days 1/2 Flores
Early morning flight to Flores. On arrival, tour
the ancient Mayan sites of Yaxha and Topoxte.
On day 2 explore Tikal National Park including a
visit to the museum. Overnight Flores. L/BL
Morning at leisure before a late afternoon flight
to Guatemala City. Tour ends. B
Celebrating the Festa of St Tomas
Caribbean Sea
GUATEMALA
Chichicastenango
Lake
Atitlan
Pacific Ocean
Charming Antigua
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Guatemala City
HONDURAS
Antigua
El SALVADOR
BELIZE/NICARAGUA TOURS • BELIZE/NICARAGUA
BELIZE
Well-known for its spectacular diving,
English-speaking Belize offers much
more than just underwater treasures.
Visitors can explore a wealth of Mayan
archaeological sites with stunning ancient
ruins, rest on beautiful beaches, trek
through lush rainforests and be thrilled
by the wide range of adventure activities
such as canoeing, fishing, wildlife viewing,
cycling, horse riding and sailing. We
offer two distinct tours covering Belize’s
beautiful rainforests and reefs and can
tailor make an itinerary based on your
personal interests.
Belize Rainforest
Adventure
Mayan Ruin - Xunantunich in Belize
Belize Reef
Adventure
4 days/3 nights
Departs daily ex Belize
International Airport
Jan-Dec*
Blancaeaux Lodge (Riverfront Cabana)
Chaa Creek (Cottage Room)
Gaia Riverlodge (Garden View Cabana)
TwinSingle
$2657 $4875
$2400 $3716
$2072 $3706
*Surcharge applies for Xmas/New Year period,
Easter and Thanksgiving. Details on request.
Price per person includes: Return transfer airport/hotel,
3 nights hotel accommodation on bed & breakfast basis,
private full day tour Xunantunich & Barton Creek, private
full day tour Caracol and Rio Frio Cave & Pools.
L
ocated in western Belize is the Cayo
District - a vast region of rainforests,
cattle ranches, pinelands, and some
of the country’s most rugged, remote
terrain. It is here you can see ‘the other
side of Belize’ – Mayan archaeological
sites, verdant tropical rainforests and
prolific wildlife.
Day 1Cayo District
Transfer from Belize International Airport by
road to the Cayo District and your hotel. Rest of
the day at leisure.
Days 2/3Cayo District
Spend the next two days exploring the beautiful
sights of this region. Visit Xunantunich, an
impressive Mayan ceremonial centre, explore
Barton Creek – famous for its cave, Mayan
artefacts and zip line rides. Wander through the
Caracol complex – a huge Mayan archaeological
site that was once an important political centre,
and venture onto the Rio Frio Cave and Pools for
a refreshing end to your day. BL
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4 days/3 nights
Departs daily ex Belize
International Airport
TwinSingle
Jan-Dec*
El Secreto (Tropical Villa)
$2880 $4805
Matachica Resort & Spa
$2087$3764
(Deluxe Beachfront Casita)
Victoria House Resort (Plantation Rm)$1580 $2628
*Surcharge applies for Xmas/New Year period,
Price per person includes: Meet & greet at Belize
International airport, return flight Belize airport/San
Pedro airstrip, transfers airstrip to/from hotel, 3 nights
accommodation on bed & breakfast basis, shared half day
Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alley snorkel tour.
Price excludes: 10USD park fee per person to be paid locally.
Luggage limits: 1 hand luggage max. 6.8 kgs,
2 pieces checked luggage, each max. 15 kgs
S
pend four glorious days exploring
tropical Ambergris Caye based at the
island’s only town, San Pedro. Its sandy
streets are lined with a smattering of
waterfront restaurants, hotels, tiki bars,
dive shops, and souvenir stores. Spend
your time diving, fishing, sailing, kayaking
or snorkelling. Contact us for details.
Beautiful clear waters of Belize
A Taste Of Nicaragua
5 days/4 nights
Hotels
Departs daily ex Managua
Tour cost per person (Min 2):*^A
B
C
06 Jan-30 Apr & Jul-Aug
$992 $947 $902
May-Jun & Sep-Oct
$934 $947 $877
^Surcharge applies for Xmas/New Year period,
A
Hotel Plaza Colon, Finca San Juan de la Isla
B
Hotel Los Patios, Hotel San Juan de la Isla
C
Hotel Patio Malinche, Hotel San Juan de la Isla
Price per person includes: Arrival transfer Managua
to Granada hotel, 2 nights Granada hotel accommodation
with breakfast, private transfer to Omepete incl. ferry
ticket, 2 nights Omepete hotel accommodation with
breakfast, private departure transfer Ometepe to Penas
Blancas border incl. ferry ticket.
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lanked by the Pacific Ocean on
one side and the Caribbean Sea on
the other, Nicaragua offers a beautiful
tropical climate, a fascinating colonial
history, and incredible natural wonders
from enormous Lake Nicaragua filled
with islands and volcanoes, to cloud
forest and beaches. Stay in beautiful
Granada and travel to Ometepe Island
in Lake Nicaragua, famous for its
ancient Mayan statues and petroglyphs.
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Granada, Nicaragua
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Ometepe, Nicaragua
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San Pedro
Caribbean Sea
Belmopan
Belize City
Cayo District
Utila Bay Islands
BELIZE
MEXICO
GUATEMALA
Aracari Toucan in the Belize rainforest
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HONDURAS
EL SALVADOR
Day 4Tour ends
After breakfast you will be driven back to Belize
international Airport for your onward flight.
Tour ends. B
Pacific Ocean
Puerto Cabezas
NICARAGUA
Matagalpa
Managua
Musaya
Granada
Lago de
Nicaragua
Ometepe Island
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COSTA RICA • Wilderness & Wildlife Tours
Pacuare Lodge
3 days/2 nights
Lodge
Departs daily ex San Jose
Linda
River
Vista Rm View Rm
07 Jan-30 Apr & 01 Jul-15 Aug
$2175
$1529
May-Jun & 16 Aug-19 Dec
$1833
$1356
*Single traveller prices on request.
Price per person includes: Round trip transportation
from/to San Jose by minibus & boat (rafting), 2 nights
accommodation with all meals, rafting equipment.
Please note: Land transfers to the lodge can be arranged
as an alternative to rafting. Min age for rafting is 12 years.
Max baggage allowance is 12 kg.
Children 7+ welcome.
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Red-eye tree frog
n award winning eco-lodge Pacuare
is located on the banks of the
Pacuare River surrounded by tropical
jungle about 1.5hrs drive from San Jose.
Reached primarily by raft, the lodge has
been designed to blend into the natural
surroundings. The 19 simple but stylish
palm-thatched bungalows and suites
offer near 360º rainforest views.
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COSTA RICA
Positioned between two continents,
Costa Rica is home to more species of
wildlife than any other place on earth:
Scarlet Macaws, sea turtles, colourful
fish, butterflies, monkeys and sloths
to name a few. Active volcanoes tower
above impenetrable jungle and the
pristine seas are perfect for snorkelling.
Day 1
Pacuare
Early morning transfer to Pacuare River. Stop for
breakfast before an exhilarating river rafting tour
ending at Pacuare Lodge. After lunch choose from
hiking to a nearby waterfall, taking a canopy tour
(additional cost) or simply relaxing at the lodge. BLD
Day 2
Pacuare
After a hearty breakfast the day is at leisure.
Optional tours (additional cost) include guided
rainforest hikes and a visit to a remote Cabecar
Indian family. BLD
Tortuguero
National Park
3 days/2 nights
Hotel/Lodge
May-Jun & Sep-Oct*
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens
Manatus Hotel
Mawamba Lodge
Keel Billed Toucan
TwinSingle
$985$1242
$887$962
$525$560
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NICARAGUA
Arenal
Price per person includes: Return scheduled road and
boat transfers San Jose to Tortuguero, 2 nights at selected
lodge in Tortuguero, all meals, sightseeing as per itinerary
including entrance fees and local English speaking guide.
Monteverde
Tortuguero
San José Caribbean Sea
Pacuare Lodge
Manuel Antonio
N.P.
COSTA
T
he canals and rivers of Tortuguero
National Park offer an amazing
insight into the rainforest, freshwater
and marine biology of this area.
Access is by boat or small aircraft and
accommodation is in small lodges. The
Atlantic Green Turtle can be seen Jul-Oct.
Day 3Tour ends San Jose
Depart the lodge on a fun filled rafting adventure
including negotiating rapids. Transfer by minibus
to San Jose where your tour ends. BL
RICA
Osa Peninsula
Panama City
PANAMA
Coiba
N.P.
Pacific Ocean
Santiago
Day 1Tortuguero
Early transfer by road through Braulio Carrillo
National Park and then take a boat through the
canals of Tortuguero. Afternoon walking tour of
the town of Tortuguero with your guide. LD
Day 2Tortuguero
A typical day might include a morning excursion
by boat visiting the network of scenic waterways
within the national park. In the afternoon hike into
the park with a naturalist guide who will provide
information on the exotic fauna, flora and wildlife
of the area. BLD
After breakfast travel by boat and dock near
Limon before continuing overland through
Braulio Carrillo to San Jose. Tour ends. BL
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Pacuare Lodge
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Rafting adventure, Pacuare Lodge
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Wilderness & Wildlife Tours • COSTA RICA
Monte Verde Skywalk Hanging Bridge
© Latin Trails
Arenal &
Monteverde
5 days/4 nights
Hotel
Tour cost per person (Min 2):* ABC
05 Jan-17 Mar & 29 Mar-31 Oct $2373 $2258 $2096
Arenal Volcano
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Days 3/4Monteverde
Travel by boat across the lake from Arenal to
Monteverde. Afternoon guided walk along the
Sky Walk hanging bridges. Day 4 at leisure to
enjoy the many optional activities available.
Overnight in Monteverde. B
Transfer by road to San Jose. Tour ends. B
A Arenal Nayara/Monteverde Lodge
C Lost Iguana/Hotel el Establo
Price per person includes: Private road transfer San
Jose-Arenal/Monteverde-San Jose, lake crossing Arenal
to Monteverde, 4 nights at selected hotels with breakfast
(except Hotel Belmar no meals included), sightseeing as per
itinerary including entrance fees.
Tabacon Hot Springs
© Tabacon Grand Spa
TwinSingle
$2569$3182
$2240$2447
$2182$2408
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Monteverde zip-lining!
sa Peninsula is a nature lover’s
paradise with an array of secluded
beaches and cascading waterfalls. A
naturalist guide will accompany you as
you hike through wildlife-rich rainforest.
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Days 1-3Osa Peninsula
Transfer from San Jose hotel to the airport and fly
to Osa Peninsula. On arrival you will be met and
transferred by road or boat to your lodge. Spend
2 days enjoying guided hikes through pristine
rainforest, home to more than 400 species of
birds and 100 species of amphibians and mammals.
Overnight at lodge. LD, BLD x2.
Day 1
Arenal
Transfer from San Jose to Arenal. Enjoy an
afternoon hike to Arenal Volcano and time to
soak in the thermal mineral pools at Tabacon Hot
Springs. Overnight at hotel in Arenal.
Day 2
Arenal
Day at leisure to enjoy the many activities offered. B
May-Aug
Lapa Rios Ecolodge
Casa Corcovado Lodge
Aguila de Osa Inn
Price per person includes: Return transfers San Jose
hotel to airport, return flight San Jose to Osa Peninsula and
road/boat transfer to lodge, 3 nights accommodation on a
full board basis and local touring with English speaking guide.
*Prices outside these date ranges and for single
travellers on request.
ights not to be missed on your visit
to Costa Rica are the active Arenal
Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest.
Monteverde has a diverse variety of
wildlife in a rich tropical cloud forest.
4 days/3 nights
Lodge
*Prices outside this date range on request. Reduced rates
for children under 11.
B Tabacon Grand Spa/Hotel Belmar
S
Osa Peninsula
Beautiful hummingbird in mid-flight
Stunning sunset, Osa Peninsula
© Shutterstock
Transfer by road or boat to the airport. Fly to
San Jose. Tour ends. B
© Shutterstock
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PANAMA • PANAMA CITY
Panama City
Panama Canal
© Shutterstock
Panama City Stay
O
4 days/3 nights
nce home to explorers, pirates
and entrepreneurs, Panama has
changed its fortunes from Inca gold to
eco tourism. Most famous for its canal,
a major shipping lane and popular
tourist attraction, Panama offers
vibrant cities, relaxing beach resorts
and an exceptional tropical climate.
Venture inland to the misty cloud
forests – home to colourful exotic
birds, volcanoes and coffee plantations,
or stick to the coast and do some
snorkelling, diving or fishing. When
the time comes for a rest just head to
some of the hundreds of palm fringed
tropical islands, lie back and relax.
Jun-Sep*
American Trade Hotel & Hall (Cuarto Chico Rm)
Las Clementinas (Dlx Apartment)
Bristol Hotel (Dlx Room)
Holiday Inn^ (Std Pool View Room)
Baru Lodge (Std Room) Accommodation
American Trade Hotel & Hall
Located in a lovingly restored landmark building
in Casco Viejo, this ideally situated hotel has 50
contemporary style rooms featuring flatscreen
TV, iPod dock and minibar. Hotel facilities include
an outdoor pool, gym, free Wi-Fi, restaurant and
jazz club.
Las Clementinas
This fully refurbished 1930s apartment building
has 6 large rooms with their own kitchen, Wi-Fi,
satellite TV and air conditioning. It is located in
the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Casco
Viejo area. The hotel has a café/restaurant, a
spectacular roof top view and lush gardens.
TwinSingle
$1223$2438
$1157
$1070
$920
$881
$2300
$2144
$1829
$1760
Las Clemantinas Deluxe Apartment
© Las Clemantinas
© Shutterstock
Holiday Inn Panama Canal
All 137 rooms have a spectacular view of the
Panama Canal or the Rainforest and feature free
broadband Internet access, Wi-Fi in public areas,
Plasma TV and minibar. Ideally located close to
attractions and shopping, the hotel has a 24hr
fitness centre, pool, restaurant and bar.
Baru Lodge
This centrally-located hotel is only minutes
from tourist attractions, shopping and business
areas. Its 10 comfortable rooms have modern
bathrooms, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
OPTIONAL FuLL CANAL TRANSIT
Your city stay package includes a partial Panama
Canal transit (5-6hrs), where you travel on the
canal from Gamboa to the Pacific Ocean or viceversa. If you would like to do a full transit of the
canal (10-11hrs), where you travel on the canal
from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Ocean or
vice-versa, you can upgrade your city stay package
by paying a supplement. Please note that the full
canal transit only operates twice a month. Please
contact us for Canal Transit dates for 2016.
Full Panama Canal Transit Supplement
^Weekday/Weekend rates apply therefore price may
Price per person includes: Meet and greet at Panama
Airport, private return transfer airport/hotel, 3 nights hotel
accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis, Canal tour with
partial transit with shared ground transportation, AM half
day Panama City walking tour with shared public buses.
CARIBBEAN
SEA
Colón
Lake
Alajuela
Mindi
Bristol Hotel Panama City
© Bristol Hotel
Montelirio
Gamboa
Lake
Gatún
Pa
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am
a
PANAMA
Pedro Miguel
Panama
City
Ca
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PACIFIC
OCEAN
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Bristol Hotel Panama City
Member of the "Leading Hotels of the World",
the gracious Bristol Panama Hotel has 125 spacious
rooms and suites with decoration inspired by the
vibrant art, architecture and history of Panama.
Rooms are air conditioned, and have an ensuite
bathroom, TV and iPod docking station. There is a
restaurant, outdoor pool and fitness centre.
Gatun Locks - Panama Canal
© Shutterstock
TwinSingle
$89 $177
WILDLIFE TOUR • FALKLAND ISLANDS
Albatross mother and chick
© Falkland Islands Holidays
FALKLAND ISLANDS
The Falkland Islands, located 560km
off the east coast of South America are
home to a wealth of wildlife, much of
which is very tame and approachable.
More than 227 species of bird have been
identified in the Falklands, including five
different species of penguins. Marine life
also abounds including elephant and fur
seals, southern sea lions, dolphins and
whales. There is also a wide variety of
flora, of which 13 are endemic and 173
are native.
King Penguins, Falkland Islands
© Shutterstock
Days 2/3 Pebble Island
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Pebble
Island – officially recognised as an Important Bird
Area. Choice of a full day tour to different parts
of the island – ask us for details. Optional second
tour can be added at an additional cost. BLD
Falklands Skua and a young chick
Day 7
Stanley
Take a full day 4x4 guided excursion to Volunteer
Point where you can witness the largest King
Penguin colony on the island. Should you wish
to take a different tour on this day it can be
arranged – ask us for details. B
Wildlife of
the Falklands
8 days/7 nights
Hotels
Departs Saturdays
ex Mount Pleasant
Tour cost per person:*^Twin
Sep 2016-Mar 2017
$5322
Lodges closed Apr-Aug (winter).
Price per person includes: Airport meet and greet, all
overland transfers, all internal FIGAS flights, accommodation
and meals as per itinerary and all tours with driver/guides.
Excludes: Air transfer Punta Arenas-Mount Pleasant return,
local departure tax, items of a personal nature.
T
he Falkland Islands are renowned
for the abundance of its diverse
wildlife within a natural environment.
Nicknamed “Galapagos of the South”,
the wildlife often comes to you. Five
species of penguin, the world’s largest
colonies of Black-browed Albatross, the
endangered Striated Caracara, elephant
seals, sea lions, dolphins and even killer
whales are just some of the exciting
creatures of the Falklands.
Day 1
Stanley
Arrival transfer from Mount Pleasant
International Airport to Stanley. Remainder of
the day at leisure.
Playful Elephant Seals
Days 4/5 Sea Lion Island
Transfer by air to Sea Lion Island. Here you will
encounter breeding colonies of southern sea
lions and southern elephant seals. The island is
also home to over 40 species of birds. Explore
the island on your own or we can arrange a
guided orientation for you. BLD
Day 6
Stanley
Flight to Stanley with time that day to explore
the Falkland’s colourful capital with its museum,
sea wall and cathedral. B
Picturesque Falkland Islands' landscape
Day 8Tour ends Mount Pleasant
Morning free to explore more of Stanley before
an afternoon transfer to Mount Pleasant Airport
for your departure flight. Tour ends. B
FALKLAND ISLANDS
Carcass
Island
Pebble Island
WEST
FALKLAND
Fox Bay
West
South Atlantic Ocean
Volunteer Point
EAST
FALKLAND
Stanley
Sea Lion Island
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ANTARCTICA • ANTARCTIC PENINSULA CRUISING
ANTARCTICA
& THE ARCTIC
S
et sail with us on a voyage to the
world’s last great polar wilderness
areas.
The cruising season for Antarctica is
November to March and you can expect
to see penguins, seals and sea birds as
well as icebergs and calving glaciers.
Beautiful Antarctic scenery
The Arctic cruising season runs from
June to September and typical wildlife
sightings include polar bears, whales and
walrus. Visit remote communities and
sail up majestic fjords.
© Tim Morton
For more details or a copy of our 2016/17
Antarctica & The Arctic brochure please
call our travel specialists on
(03) 9249 3777 or 1300 363 302, or ask
your travel agent.
Antarctic Peninsula
E
10, 11 or 12 days Departs ex Ushuaia unless otherwise specified
xplore the vast wilderness of the Antarctic Peninsula, the most accessible area
of the ‘Great White Continent’. Discover a huge diversity of birdlife, including
Gentoo, Chinstrap and Adelie Penguins, Storm Petrels, Skuas and Terns. You are
also likely to see polar mammals like weddell, crabeater and leopard seals, orcas,
humpback whales and minke whales. As the boat navigates through breathtakingly
beautiful waterways, go ashore by Zodiac inflatables to visit penguin rookeries,
historic sites and scientific research stations. For those with an adventurous spirit,
some departures offer options to camp, mountaineer, cross-country ski, kayak or
scuba dive (experience required). All cruise ships depart from Ushuaia, however some
departures include a flight to and/or from Punta Arenas to King George Island in the
South Shetlands and avoid the crossing of the Drake Passage.
Sea Adventurer*
Triple
lower
DECK
18 & 27 Nov 2016 (11 Days)Ω◊
04 Jan 2017 (11 Days) Ω◊
$9700
$11100
$12500
$13900
Akademik Ioffe†
08 Dec 2016 (11 Days)Ω◊
18 Dec 2016 (11 Days)Ω◊
15 Feb 2017 (11 Days)Ω◊
25 Feb 2017 (11 Days)Ω◊
07 & 17 Mar 2017 (11 Days)Ω◊
Polar Pioneer#
06 Dec 2016 (12 Days)Ω◊^ ‡
Plancius†
08 Jan 2017 (11 Days)Ω◊
05 Feb 2017 (11 Days)Ω◊
17 Mar 2017 (10 Days)
Hebridean Sky††
19 Nov 2016 (12 Days)Ω◊
15 Jan 2017 (12 Days)Ω◊
12 Feb 2017 (12 Days)Ω◊
main
main
superior
deck
deck
Porthole window
$13900
$15300
$16700
$15300
$16700
$18100
Triple Twin sEmi
Shared private
Twin
private
superior shack'ToN
PRIVATE
suite
$11993
$13531
$13531
$13531
$11993
$15531
$17070
$17070
$17070
$15531
$16916
$17993
$17993
$17993
$16916
$17993
$18762
$18762
$18300
$17993
$19993
$19993
$19993
$19993
$19993
Triple
SHARED
$13077
Twin
SHARED
$15370
Twin
PRIVATE
$17808
MINI
SUITE
$19908
CAPTAIN'S
SUITE
$22047
QUAD
Triple
Twin
Twin
Porthole Porthole PortHolE window
$12231
$13770
$14847
$15770
$12231
$13770
$14847
$15770
$8539
$9462
$10847
$11462
Triple
Suite
$10762
$14608
$14608
PortholE WINDOW prom'ade
SUITE
SUITE
SUITE
$13070
$15377
$15993
$16916
$19224
$19993
$16916
$19224
$19993
deluxe
Suite
$18100
$19500
$19500
$20800
one
oceaN
$21531
$23070
$23070
$21531
$21531
twin
deluxe
$16693
$16693
$12077
Superior
DELUXE
SUITE
$16454
$20608
$20608
VERANDA P'HOUSE
SUITE
SUITE
$18147
$19993
$23531
$26608
$23531
$26608
$18231
$18231
$13231
Featured ITINERARY (SEA ADVENTURER)
© Jamie Scarrow
Options available (additional cost on request):
Ω
Kayaking, ◊ Camping, ^Climbing, ‡ Snorkelling.
All prices shown are per person. Optional single occupancy
is from 1.7 to 2 times the twin share rate. We may be able
to arrange shared accommodation.
Price per person includes: Onboard cabin
accommodation, all meals, shore excursions and activities
by Zodiac, lecture programs, comprehensive pre-departure
materials, all miscellaneous service taxes and port charges.
Price excludes: Transfers, airfares, pre and post land
arrangements, passport and visa expenses, government
arrival and departure taxes, meals ashore, polar clothing,
baggage, cancellation and personal insurance, excess baggage
charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry,
bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges,
emergency evacuation charges and tips. Fuel surcharges may
apply in the event of an increase in world fuel prices.
*These departures include one night at a hotel in Ushuaia,
group transfers from airport-hotel on arrival, hotel-ship on
embarkation, and ship-airport upon disembarkation.
# Includes charter flight from Punta Arenas to Puerto
Williams.
† Includes
Sky voyage includes one night at a hotel in
Ushuaia, group transfer to ship on embarkation and shipairport on disembarkation. Please contact us for Owners
Suite prices.
Day 1: Arrival into Ushuaia with the remainder of the day free to explore the southernmost town in
the world. Days 2-4: Board the Ocean Diamond and commence sailing through the Beagle Channel to
the Drake Passage for the crossing towards Antarctica. Days 5-8: Begin your true Antarctic adventure
once you reach the South Shetland Islands. Take Zodiac excursions to explore bays, channels and
landing sites each day. Look for wildlife including penguins, humpback and minke whales and search for a
number of the southern seal species, including the cunning leopard seal. Witness dramatic landscapes of
snow covered mountains, wind sculptured icebergs and giant glaciers, and hear the roar as huge chunks
of ice calve into the sea in Neko Harbour. Days 9/10: Sail back through the Drake Passage via Cape
Horn. Day 11: Disembark Ushuaia. Group transfer to airport. Tour ends.
Note: The 10 day departures spend less time exploring the Peninsula and the 12 days spend more.
Itinerary intended as a guide only. Weather or ice conditions may result in changes to the itinerary and
activities. Each vessel will undertake a slightly different itinerary which may also include flight sectors,
and some do not include pre-embarkation accommodation in Ushuaia. Please contact us for details.
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transfer from vessel to airport on disembarkation.
†† Hebridean
Falkland Is
Punta
Arenas
Ushuaia
DRAKE PASSAGE
King George Is.
SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS
Antarctic Peninsula
BELLINGSHAUSEN
SEA
South
Georgia
SCOTIA SEA
Elephant Is.
A N TA
RCTIC
CIRCLE
Antarctic
Peninsula
WEDDELL
SEA
AMUNDSEN
SEA
General Booking
Conditions
Trading Names
Natural Focus Safaris is a trading name of African
Wildlife Safaris Pty Ltd (the company).
Before you book
The information presented in this brochure was correct
to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication.
However, changes beyond our control may have
occurred since then with respect to prices, itineraries,
duration of holidays, standard of services, tour content,
fares and airline schedules. Please check with your
travel agent or the company to ascertain if there are any
alterations to the tour you select before you book.
Booking Procedure/Security Deposit
The receipt of a security deposit will be taken as an
understanding by the company that the participant has read,
understands and agrees to abide by the conditions set out in
this brochure. To make a reservation please forward a nonrefundable security deposit of 20% of the total tour cost
together with a completed Reservation Form (available from
www.naturalfocussafaris.com.au). Clients on Antarctic tours
will also be required to sign a Cruise Contract.
Special Security Deposit Requirements
Some of the tour operators used in this brochure
require higher deposits of between 25-50% of the tour
cost. At the time of quotation and booking we will
advise any special deposit requirements.
Final Payment
Final Payment is due 120 days prior to departure for
Antarctica, 90-70 days for some South America cruises
and 60 days for South America tours. If payment has not
been received by the due date we reserve the right to
treat the booking as a cancellation.
Client Names - Exactly as per Passport
For security reasons, airlines and the majority of our tour
operators require your name exactly as it appears in your
passport. It is your responsibility to advise these details.
If you or your Travel Agent do not advise the correct
information and we have to re-issue airline tickets or
other documentation, then we will bill you for all costs
incurred, such as airline cancellation charges and courier
fees, in addition to our own administration fee.
Goods & Services Tax (GST)
The Australian Goods & Services Tax (GST) does not
apply to international travel. GST does not apply to
administration charges such as amendment fees, hotel
and late booking fees where these are made prior to
travel. Amendment fees charged after travel, for
example, in the case of a refund will attract GST.
Insurance
It is a condition of booking that you are adequately
insured for the full duration of your tour. Your policy
must include emergency evacuation cover. It is advisable
to insure expensive camera equipment separately.
Insurance policies rarely cover for loss of cash. We
strongly recommend that insurance be purchased at the
time you pay your security deposit as our cancellation
conditions will be strictly enforced. The choice of
insurer is at the sole discretion of the client.
Cancellations and Refunds^
If it is necessary to cancel your holiday, you should notify
us immediately in writing and this will take effect the day
it is received by us. All monies will be forfeited as follows:
Number of days before departure:
Antarctica
More than 120 days Loss of deposit
119 - 0 days No refund†
†If you cancel your Antarctic cruise less than 120 days prior
to departure, and you have not yet paid in full, you will be
required to pay the full cost of the cruise amount outstanding.
South America
More than 60 days
Loss of deposit
59 - 41 days
45% of fare*
40 - 31 days
65% of fare*
30 days or less
No refund*
^ Some tour operators charge higher cancellation fees
for some tours. These will be advised with our quote
letters and confirmation accounts.
* Except those amounts that can be refunded, such
as airfares (less those amounts forfeited under airline
regulations and the company's loss of profit). Insurance
premiums are non-refundable, but if the reason for your
tour cancellation falls within the terms of the insurance
cover, cancellation charges will normally be refunded by
the insurance company. The non-issuance of an invoice
or the non-payment and/or non-receipt of a security
deposit or a major event such as a terrorist related
incident, civil unrest or outbreak of a flu type epidemic
etc will not exempt passengers from these cancellation
and administration penalties.
Cancellation fees are designed to cover the cancellation
fees charged by overseas tour operators as well as
Natural Focus Safaris loss of profit and to cover our
time and effort for work completed.
Please note that employees of our overseas tour
operators are not authorised to make any undertakings on
behalf of the company regarding refunds or other matters.
After travel has commenced, additional costs incurred due
to changes in your itinerary (eg due to airline schedule
changes) must be settled directly by you and any requests
for refunds must be made on your return.
Amendments
Due to the extra administrative costs, there will be an
automatic minimum charge of $75 per amendment, in
addition to any cancellation fees levied.
Deferring Travel
Normal cancellation fees apply if you wish to postpone
your departure.
Late Bookings
Bookings made less than 30 days before departure from
Australia must be accompanied by full payment. Late
bookings will incur a minimum $50 charge to cover
extra administrative expenses.
Minimum Stay
The company is a specialist tour operator and not a
hotel booking service. We therefore will not normally
accept reservations under 5 nights for any one booking.
Exceptions may be made at our discretion and subject
to a booking fee being charged.
Tour Costs
Tour costs stated in this brochure are indicative only,
based on ground costs, airfares and exchange rates as at
27/01/2016. Actual prices will vary with changes in costs
and exchange rates at time of quotation. Natural Focus
Safaris uses a strategy of hedging (purchasing Forward
Exchange Contracts) to stabilise prices. No adjustments
will be made for exchange rate variations once full
payment is received by the company.
However, price may vary up to the date of departure
based upon variations in airfares, park fees, departure
taxes, hotel rates, government charges or other costs.
Airline Ticket Taxes & Surcharges
We charge a service fee of 5-10% on airfare taxes and
surcharges to cover our costs associated with the
collection and administration of these mandatory fees.
This service fee is included in the tour costs stated in
this brochure.
Included in Trip Cost
Please note that our tours generally include
transportation, accommodation with private facilities,
sightseeing, park fees where applicable and services
of driver/guide. Where these items are not included
we advise accordingly. Meals are not included unless
specifically mentioned. Meals are indicated by:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch and D = Dinner.
Not included in the Trip cost
International and domestic airfares and airport/hotel
transfers unless specifically stated. Passports, visas,
passenger taxes, insurance, emergency evacuation
costs, extra meals not shown in the itinerary, laundry,
tips, items of a personal nature including medication
and excess baggage charges. Please note some hotels in
Brazil might charge a city tax of USD 2-6 per room per
night. This tax would be shown on your invoice upon
check out but please note that it is not compulsory.
2016/17 Prices
Prices are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are
generally valid from 01/01/16 - 31/12/16 although some tours
and lodges have different periods of validity and where
possible these are highlighted in the brochure. 2017 prices
will be available approximately November 2016.
Airlines
LAN, Qantas and Air New Zealand do not by virtue
of their endorsement of this brochure represent
themselves as either contracting with any purchaser of
a holiday from the company or as having any other legal
relationship with such purchaser.
Important
Information
Pre-departure Information
On receipt of your security deposit, a copy of our
Pre-departure Information will be forwarded to you.
Some of the more important details are shown below.
Passport
You should be in possession of a passport valid for at
least 6 months beyond your intended stay overseas.
Visa requirements
Australian Nationals do not require a visa to enter
Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Uruguay, Guatemala,
Guyana, Mexico, Belize, Panama or Colombia for stays
of less than 90 days for tourism purposes. For Chile a
Tourist Card $117 USD is required, payable locally; for
Nicaragua a Tourist Card $10 USD is required, payable
locally; and for Argentina a Reciprocity Fee $100 USD
must be paid online prior to travel. A visa is required
to enter Brazil or Cuba and must be obtained prior to
travel. Other nationalities should check with us for their
visa requirements. Foreign nationals require a re-entry
visa for Australia, which should be obtained before
departure. The company will not be held responsible
for passengers travelling without the correct travel
documents.
Vaccinations & Health
A Yellow Fever Vaccination is recommended for most
South American countries and compulsory if arriving
from an infected area. Anti-malarial prophylactics will
be necessary for many South American countries.
Please check with your doctor for up to date advice
on any other vaccination requirements. It is the client’s
responsibility to ensure he/she has the appropriate
vaccinations and documentation.
Consular Advice
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs issues
travel advice for many countries. This is available by
calling 1300 555 135 or by visiting their website:
www.smartraveller.gov.au
Age Limits
Some of our tours have age limits, depending on the
type of tour selected.
Responsibility
Natural Focus Safaris and African Wildlife Safaris are
trading names of African Wildlife Safaris Pty Ltd (“the
company” which expression includes its employees,
subsidiaries and agents) accepts bookings subject to the
following conditions:
1. A booking is accepted only after the receipt of the
required security deposit, a Reservation Form and after
the company issues a written confirmation account.
2. Final balance is due 120 days prior to departure
for Antarctic cruises, 90-70 days prior to departure
for some South America cruises and 60 days prior to
departure for South America, otherwise the company
may treat the booking as being cancelled by the client.
3. The company is not itself a carrier or hotelier nor does
it own aircraft, hotels or vehicles. The company exercises
every care in the selection of carriers, hotels, tour
operators and the suppliers of the travel services used in
this brochure (all of which carriers, hotels, tour operators
and other suppliers are called “the other suppliers”).
4. All bookings with the company are subject to the
terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed
by the other suppliers some of whom limit or exclude
liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and
loss of or damage to baggage and may require the
participant to complete a release of indemnity form
prior to commencing the arrangements.
5. All tickets, vouchers and documents are issued
subject to the terms and conditions under which the
other suppliers provide their services and the company
is not responsible for carrier caused delays. The terms
of your contract are those terms and conditions under
which the other suppliers provide their services.
6. The company is not liable in any way for the acts,
omissions or default whether negligent or otherwise
of the other suppliers pursuant to a contract between
the other suppliers and you (which may be evidenced
by a ticket, voucher or other document) because the
company has no control over the other suppliers.
7. The participant is aware that the tours may operate
in remote or inaccessible areas, and that wild and
potentially dangerous animals move freely in the areas
where the tours are conducted. These areas are not
zoos and wildlife viewing is not guaranteed.
8. The participant further acknowledges that where the
tour is conducted in an area without proper medical
services the company and its servants and agents are
expressly authorised to take such action as thought
necessary for the provision of medical services and all
associated costs are to be paid for by the participant.
9. Should the company or its other suppliers deem it
desirable for political, climatic, overbooking of hotels/lodges
or other reasons to amend or vary any itinerary it may
do so by shortening, varying or completely re-routing the
trip in which case no objection or claim for compensation
will be made by the participant. The company advises that
it is compulsory to take out insurance against the above
mentioned risks for your protection.
10. These terms and conditions are incapable
of alteration or waiver by any servant agent or
representative of the company or of any person
providing services on the tour.
Back Cover: © Shutterstock
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Inspir ational
Journeys
NATURAL FOCUS SAFARIS
A division of African Wildlife Safaris Pty Ltd
A.C.N. 006 516 285
HEAD OFFICE - MELBOURNE
1st Floor, 333 Clarendon Street,
South Melbourne VIC 3205
All Reservations & Enquiries
Tel: (03) 9249 3777
or 1300 363 302
Fax: (03) 9696 4937
Email: [email protected]
www.naturalfocussafaris.com.au
FOR TRAVEL AGENTS ONLY
Brochures available from Tifs at: www.tifs.com.au
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