Argentina & Chile from Humberside* Moran Travel Escorted Tour (with Mike Moran) November *or any local airport served by KLM

Size: px

Start display at page:

Download "Argentina & Chile from Humberside* Moran Travel Escorted Tour (with Mike Moran) November *or any local airport served by KLM"

Warren Foster
6 years ago
Views:

1 Argentina & Chile from Humberside* Moran Travel Escorted Tour (with Mike Moran) November 2015 *or any local airport served by KLM

(early check-in guaranteed on arrival). Morning at leisure to relax before being collected from your hotel in the afternoon for your private city tour.

2 01 Nov HUMBERSIDE - AMSTERDAM Depart Humberside for Buenos Aires, flying with KLM. KL1498 KL701 Economy Economy Dep: Humberside 17:20 Dep: Amsterdam 21:05 Arr: Amsterdam 19:25 Arr: Buenos Aires Intl 06:00 (02 Nov) 02 Nov BUENOS AIRES (B) Private transfer on arrival to your hotel (early check-in guaranteed on arrival). Morning at leisure to relax before being collected from your hotel in the afternoon for your private city tour. Hotel De Las Americas on a Bed & breakfast basis for 3-nights Located in the heart of La Recoleta, the elegant commercial district of Buenos Aires, this modern property is also just a few metres from 9 de Julio and Santa Fe, two of the most important avenues in the city. It offers spacious, stylish guest rooms with sound-proof windows and good views of the city. Other facilities include La Cascada Restaurant and Tearoom and a lobby bar. Private Afternoon City Tour Cosmopolitan and vibrant, Buenos Aires is a modern capital city with a distinctly European feel. There are many good museums, plenty of green open spaces and the architecture is striking. Away from the centre, several of the traditional neighbourhoods still remain. San Telmo has a quaint faded appeal with cobbled streets which really come alive on Sundays when the weekly antiques market is held. The area of La Boca, established by Italian immigrants, is well worth a visit to see the colourful buildings. Synonymous with Argentina, Eva Peron s final resting place can be seen amongst the grand and ornate surroundings of the Recoleta Cemetery. 2

03 Nov BUENOS AIRES (B/L) Full Day Gaucho Party at Estancia Santa Susana You will be collected from your hotel and taken towards Cardales, 90km from Buenos Aires, to spend a day at the Estancia Santa

For several years, the estancia has been receiving visitors, and its facilities have been adapted for welcoming and hosting them.

3 03 Nov BUENOS AIRES (B/L) Full Day Gaucho Party at Estancia Santa Susana You will be collected from your hotel and taken towards Cardales, 90km from Buenos Aires, to spend a day at the Estancia Santa Susana. Santa Susana has been owned by the Rossiter family since 1860 and covers an area of 1200 hectares, mainly devoted to agriculture, livestock and horse breeding. For several years, the estancia has been receiving visitors, and its facilities have been adapted for welcoming and hosting them. The estancia consists of a main house and a series of quinchos that hold the Comedor (dining room), the Pulperia (tavern) and the Parilla (grill). Your day will begin with a reception in the Pulperia where delicious empanadas of meat and wine will be served. You will then go onto the Comedor to enjoy an authentic asado-barbeque (with beef, chicken, salads, dessert and coffee). After lunch, you will enjoy a dance, folk and tango music show, followed by demonstrations of a horseback sport called carreras de sortijas (ring races), and some of the estancia s gauchos will show their skills as horsemen. For passengers wishing to participate more actively, it will be possible to ride horses and sulkies (carts) in the estancia. At the end of the day you will be offered a snack of mate tea and homemade pastries. Afterwards you will return to your hotel at approximately 17: Nov BUENOS AIRES (B) Day at leisure exploring Buenos Aires. 3

04 Nov BUENOS AIRES (B/D) Shared evening excursion to Dinner & Tango show at Esquina Carlos Gardel Named after the greatest tango singer of all, the Esquina Carlos Gardel is located on the site of

The superb food and service, together with the stylish art nouveau interior, recreate the sophisticated and luxurious atmosphere of that era.

4 04 Nov BUENOS AIRES (B/D) Shared evening excursion to Dinner & Tango show at Esquina Carlos Gardel Named after the greatest tango singer of all, the Esquina Carlos Gardel is located on the site of the Chanta Cuastro restaurant where Gardel used to meet friends in the 1920s and 30s to eat, drink and sing late into the night, and is acknowledged as the city s premier Dinner & Tango Show. The superb food and service, together with the stylish art nouveau interior, recreate the sophisticated and luxurious atmosphere of that era. The show is a spectacular mix of live tango music, singing and dancing and features some of the most talented performers in Buenos Aires. 05 Nov BUENOS AIRES - PUERTO IGUAZÚ (B) Private transfer to the airport to meet a flight with LAN Airlines. LA4022 Economy Dep: Buenos Aires Domestic 09:05 Arr: Puerto Iguazú 10:55 Private transfer on arrival to your hotel. Hotel Raices Esturion Iguazú on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 2-nights A 4-star hotel located close to the Puerto Iguazu town centre and a short drive from Iguazu Falls. It is modern in style and all 115 rooms are air-conditioned and fully equipped with modern amenities. The hotel has a bar, restaurant, swimming pool and a trail through lush native plants and flowers. 4

06 Nov IGUAZÚ FALLS (B) Private full day tour of the Argentine & Brazilian sides of the falls Flowing between the Argentine and Brazilian border and surrounded by lush tropical rainforest, there are

Over on the Brazilian side you are rewarded with a fantastic panorama of the falls.

5 06 Nov IGUAZÚ FALLS (B) Private full day tour of the Argentine & Brazilian sides of the falls Flowing between the Argentine and Brazilian border and surrounded by lush tropical rainforest, there are a total of 275 falls that thunder down into the mighty Iguazú River. On the Argentine side there are a number of pathways that take you up, under and often right next to many of the biggest falls. Over on the Brazilian side you are rewarded with a fantastic panorama of the falls. Early morning and late evening are particularly spectacular, tourist numbers are lower and the sky is filled with toucans and parrots returning home to roost. The surrounding national park is also well worth exploring, wander along the forest floor to see beautiful butterflies and a host of tropical birds. 07 Nov IGUAZÚ FALLS EL CALAFATE (B) Private transfer to the airport to check-in for your flights with Aerolineas Argentinas. AR1723 AR1876 Economy Economy Dep: Puerto Iguazú 08:05 Dep: Buenos Aires Domestic 11:00 Arr: Buenos Aires Domestic 10:00 Arr: El Calafate 14:20 Private transfer on arrival to your hotel. Esplendor El Calafate on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 3-nights This lovely boutique style hotel is situated in the centre of the city with breath-taking views of the pretty Lago Argentino Calafate Hill. It has 57 rooms, each designed for maximum comfort with contemporary soft 5

08 Nov EL CALAFATE (B) Shared full day excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier A two hour drive from El Calafate takes you to the Perito Moreno Glacier, considered by many to be the most beautiful

6 furnishings and facilities, and benefit from panoramic views to the Argentinean Lake and the Andes Mountain Range. The hotel also boasts a restaurant serving Patagonian dishes, stylish bar for enjoying an evening cocktail, an exclusive Argentinian wine cellar, a chill-out lounge, indoor pool and dry sauna. 08 Nov EL CALAFATE (B) Shared full day excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier A two hour drive from El Calafate takes you to the Perito Moreno Glacier, considered by many to be the most beautiful glacier in the world. Wonder at the spectacle that is the 180 foot high, 3 miles wide and 20 miles long mass of ice. Certainly one of the most spectacular natural wonders in South America, the brilliant white glacier is slowly retreating and you will not have to wait for long before a large chunk of ice breaks away and crashes into the lake below. You will walk along the paths located in front of the glacier s western wall, allowing you to view this natural wonder from a variety of different viewpoints. 09 Nov EL CALAFATE (B/L) Shared full day excursion to Estancia Cristina From El Calafate, you will drive to the boarding point at port Punta Bandera for an 08:15 departure. From here you will set sail towards the icebergs and stunning scenery of the western front of the Upsala Glacier 6

Guests can take a small guided walk up to Caterina River and the chapel via the historical part of the estancia.

7 and then through the Cristina Canal. After approximately 3.5 hours you will arrive and disembark at the historic Estancia Cristina. You will visit the museum and old shearing shed were you will learn about the history of the Estancia. Then there will be a choice of activities. Guests can take a small guided walk up to Caterina River and the chapel via the historical part of the estancia. 09 Nov EL CALAFATE (B/L) After lunch, you will board all-terrain 4WD vehicles for a 3hr guided drive across 10km of mountainous roads. When you arrive at the Continental ice shelter you will disembark and take a short walk to the front of Upsala Glacier for magnificent views of Lake Guillermo and the Andes beyond. After time to enjoy the views you will return to the farm house of the Estancia and board your return boat to Puerto Banderas. 10 Nov EL CALAFATE SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHE (B) Private transfer to airport for a flight with Aerolineas Argentinas. AR1693 Economy Dep: El Calafate 16:20 Arr: San Carlos de Bariloche 18:05 Private transfer to hotel on arrival. Design Suites Bariloche on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 2-nights Situated in the Argentinean Patagonia, this hotel is just a few steps away from Nahuel Huapi Lake and a 5- minute walk from the city centre where you will be able to find restaurants, traditional shops and much more. 7

Campanario lift ticket) Argentina's Little Switzerland, this region has strong ties to central Europe with many local families originally having settled here from Germany, Switzerland and northern

8 Together with an art gallery, a restaurant bar and a wine bar, the Design Suites offers exceptional panoramic views of Nahuel Huapi's Lake. Other facilities include a health centre, spa and a heated swimming pool. 11 Nov SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHE (B) Shared Small Circuit tour of Bariloche & surrounds (incl. Mt. Campanario lift ticket) Argentina's Little Switzerland, this region has strong ties to central Europe with many local families originally having settled here from Germany, Switzerland and northern Italy. Your sightseeing tour in Bariloche will take you up into the surrounding mountains for breath-taking views of the Catedral, Lopez and Otto Mountain peaks, descending to Lake Nahuel Huapi and Lake Moreno. A visit to Cerro Campanario with a chairlift up gives you one of the most spectacular views of the area. 12 Nov SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHE PUERTO PAÑUELO PEULLA (B) 2-day / 1-night Lake Crossing After breakfast, transfer to Puerto Pañuelo. Upon arrival, board the El Condor Catamaran and sail the Blest Branch of Nahuel Huapi Lake. Enjoy lunch (optional) in the cozy restaurant of the Blest Hostal with a 8

Upon arrival at Puerto Frías, clear Argentine customs and proceed on a bus through lush Andean vegetation to the Vicente Pérez Rosales Pass and on to the Chilean customs at Peulla.

9 magnificent view of the lake. After lunch, take a bus trip to Puerto Alegre which borders the Frías River. On board the Caleuche or the Dalca Motorship, sail across the Frías Lake for 15 minutes, from where you shall have the first view of Tronador Hill. Upon arrival at Puerto Frías, clear Argentine customs and proceed on a bus through lush Andean vegetation to the Vicente Pérez Rosales Pass and on to the Chilean customs at Peulla. After customs, it is a short ride to the hotel in Peulla where you will spend the night at the Hotel Natura (arrival at 15:30 hs approx). 12 Nov SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHE PUERTO PAÑUELO PEULLA (B) Hotel Natura on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 1-night Hotel Natura Patagonia is located in Peulla - a small lake port on the western shore of Lake Todos los Santos. The hotel s 44 rooms are all specially decorated to offer comfort and warmth. The hotel offers a restaurant, coffee shop massage and sauna room. Activities that can be booked through the hotel include, kayaking, horse riding, trekking, jet boats and 4x4 excursions. 13 Nov PEULLA - PUERTO VARAS (B) Today around 15:00 you will board the Lagos Andinos Catamaran and set out to cross the waters of the Todos Los Santos Lake. On your trip you will be able to view Mount Puntiagudo and the impressive Osorno Volcano. Arrive into Petrohué and during your trip to Puerto Varas you may visit the magnificent Petrohué waterfalls. Arrival at Puerto Varas around 20:00 hrs and overnight at your hotel. 9

Hotel Cabañas del Lago on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 1-night The hotel, which has 157 guest rooms, is located in the city of Puerto Varas, just 5 blocks away from the

14 Nov PUERTO VARAS SANTIAGO (B) Private transfer to Puerto Montt airport to meet your flight with LAN Airlines.

Hotel Fundador on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 2-nights Located in the charming París-Londres neighbourhood, the Fundador is within walking distance of the boutiques, museums

10 Hotel Cabañas del Lago on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 1-night The hotel, which has 157 guest rooms, is located in the city of Puerto Varas, just 5 blocks away from the casino, square and centre. It has a wonderful position which allows you to enjoy the best view of the city, Llanquihue s lake bay, and Osorno, Calbuco and Tronador volcanoes. 14 Nov PUERTO VARAS SANTIAGO (B) Private transfer to Puerto Montt airport to meet your flight with LAN Airlines. LA256 Economy Dep: Puerto Montt 10:10 Arr: Santiago 11:50 Private transfer on arrival to your hotel. Hotel Fundador on a Bed & Breakfast basis for 2-nights Located in the charming París-Londres neighbourhood, the Fundador is within walking distance of the boutiques, museums and galleries of downtown Santiago. An elegant European style hotel, it has 150 spacious, finely decorated rooms, all of which are equipped with fax and PC connections, and international direct dialling. Other facilities include a penthouse pool, bar, 2 restaurants, gym, gift shop and babysitting service. 10

Private afternoon tour of the city Flanked by the Andes Mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, Santiago is one of South America s best located capitals.

11 Private afternoon tour of the city Flanked by the Andes Mountains to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, Santiago is one of South America s best located capitals. The architecture is generally modern although some colonial buildings do remain. The climate is favourable and many vineyards can be found in the surrounding countryside. The tour starts with the city centre sights such as La Moneda, (the Government Palace), the pedestrian streets of Huérfanos and Ahumada and the famous Plaza de Armas, the main square of the city, which is surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral and other historical buildings. It then continues to Santa Lucia hill, where the Spanish founded Santiago in 1541, which gives great views of the Parque Forestal and the Mapocho River, before continuing on to the cultural district of Bellavista and finishing at the restaurants, elegant shops and modern high-rise buildings of Providencia. 15 Nov SANTIAGO (B/L) Private full day tour of Casas del Bosque & Matetic wineries (inc. lunch) It was not until the 1980s that the exceptional conditions of the Casablanca Valley for white wine were discovered. Its location close to the coast and the morning fog allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and give this product some unique qualities. Here, you can find the best available whites such as the Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. If you like white wine, visiting the Casablanca Valley is a must. Leaving behind the beautiful valley of Curacaví (water of stone), with its corn plantations, avocado, plum and walnut trees, you can appreciate the Casablanca Valley opening up with its grapevines that climb up the hills, as far as your eyes can see. Here you will visit two vineyards with different features and specialties and have a delightful wine tasting. You will have lunch at Restaurant Tanino at Casas del Bosque, courtesy of Moran Travel. 11

12 16 Nov SANTIAGO AMSTERDAM (B) Private transfer to the airport for your return flights to the UK with KLM. KL702 Economy Dep: Santiago 11:55 Arr: Amsterdam 10:00 (17 Nov) 17 Nov AMSTERDAM - UK KL1497 Economy Dep: Amsterdam 16:45 Arr: Humberside 16:45 Arrive back in the UK Holiday Cost The cost for the above itinerary in a Double / Twin room would be: The Single Supplement would be: p/p p/p To Make a Booking Please call us toregister your interest in joining this escorted tour. As soon as we have the required number (ten persons) we shall contact you for the required deposit of: p/p > Included International flights as listed. Internal flights as listed in economy class. All pre-payable airport departure taxes. Hotel accommodation as listed. Transfers as listed (on a shared basis unless specified as private). Meals as listed. Excursions as listed (on a shared basis unless specified as private). > Excluded Local departure taxes where applicable. Tips and gratuities. Any future currency surcharges. Any future airline fare, tax or fuel surcharges. 12

13 > Booking Conditions p/p deposit is required to secure this booking. The final balance would be due 12 weeks prior to departure : Friday 07 Aug 2015 You can review full booking conditions at: > Financial & Consumer Protection When you book with Moran Travel Worldchoice & Distinctive World Travel you are safe in the knowledge that we are fully bonded with both ABTA the Civil Aviation Authority and hold an Air Tour Operators Licence (ATOL 9027). Visit ESSENTIAL DESTINATION INFORMATION Although we are here to provide all the information you will need for this trip it is also useful and advisable to check the Foreign & Commonwealth Travel Centre website for the latest up-to-date information. Please see If you would like to reserve places on this escorted tour or would like further information, please contact Chris or Mike Moran at the Louth office or telephone Distinctive Americas is a member of AITO (Association of Independent Tour Operators) which represents the UK s 120 top specialist tour operators and prides itself on providing the highest level of customer satisfaction by concentrating on: Choice, Quality and Service. Visit Upon making a reservation it is vitally important that the passenger names you provide are exactly as per the passport and we also ask that you supply full passport details on confirming the booking. To make a reservation please complete the enclosed booking form from our associate company Distinctive Americas (ATOL no. 9027) with whom the contract will lie, and supply a deposit of 1000 per person. The final balance will be due by 7 th August If there are no booking & conditions attached to this brochure please contact us in Louth on or download them by clicking below:- Download the Booking Form and Booking Conditions. 13

SANTIAGO TO BUENOS AIRES TOUR & THE ANDES

SANTIAGO TO BUENOS AIRES TOUR & THE ANDES Cruise the Andean Lakes from Chile to Argentina on your way to Buenos Aires 10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS Experience the Andes mountains, the Lake District and Buenos Aires