Argentina Luxury - Highlights Tour

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Buenos Aires is the most cosmopolitan city in South America and evokes a European sentiment thanks in part to its French style architecture. With glamorous shops, fine dining and a vibrant culture, this modern city is regarded as the finest in Latin America.

Iguazu Falls, the most voluminous waterfalls on the planet are 4 times the size of the Niagara Falls and visits to both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides are necessary to fully appreciate this most incredible site.

El Calafate is the site of the most impressive Glacier in the world, Perito Moreno. Although it has not advanced for some years, its sheer size, with huge chunks dropping into the lake water below is an impressive sight.

Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego Island and is the most southerly located city in the world.

Full Itinerary

• Day 1. Buenos Aires

  Arrival, reception and transfer to the deluxe 5* Hotel Alvear Palace Hotel, one of the finest hotels in South America, for three night’s accommodation.

• Day 2. Buenos Aires (B, L & D)

  After breakfast, a private city tour of the city, reminiscent of Paris. It is situated on the Rio de la Plata, and as its name suggests, it is the city of good winds. The tour will include a visit to the Plaza de Mayo, the hub of the city centre and where many public buildings such as the Catedral Metropolitana can be found. At the east end, you will find the Casa Rosada presidential palace with the famous balcony from which Juan and Evita Peron greeted the masses. A visit will also be made to the Teatro Colon, found at the intersection of Cirrito and Tucuman the world-class opera house that opened in 1908 with a presentation of Aida. It seats 2500 spectators and offers standing room for another 1000. There is also a museum featuring instruments, costumes and photographs of performers. You shall also visit La Boca, Buenos Aires’ most colourful neighbourhood. San Telmo, just a few blocks south of Plaza de Mayo is the artist’s quarter, what some believe to be Buenos Aires’ most interesting feature. Lunch at the La Bourgogne, the only Relais Gourmand restaurant in Argentina. The restaurant serves the finest French and international food in the city and according to Travel & Leisure magazine rated La Bourgogne the number one restaurant in South America, and Wine Spectator gave it the distinction of being one of the "Best Restaurants in the World for Wine Lovers." Return to your hotel.

  In the evening, dinner & tango Show in La Esquina Carlos Gardel, the foremost tango house in Buenos Aires.

• Day 3. Buenos Aires (B)

  Free day at leisure.

• Day 4. Buenos Aires – Iguazu - Argentina Side (B)

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Puerto Iguazu. Transfer to your hotel, the Iguazu Sheraton 5 star hotel, overlooking the falls themselves.

  A visit to the fabulous UNESCO World Heritage Iguazu falls, the most voluminous falls in the world and more than three times the width of the Niagara Falls. The Argentinean side of Iguazu allows for a close appreciation. Set in a subtropical rain forest reserve of over 180,000 hectares, Iguazu is home to jaguar, puma, caiman and over 400 species of bird. The tour will include the Aventura ride, an exhilarating boat ride on the Parana River, heading towards the Iguazu falls themselves. Return to your hotel.

• Day 5. Iguazu - Brazil Side (B)

  Today you will cross the border into Brazil for an excursion to appreciate a wider view of the falls. The falls lie on the three borders of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. Return to your hotel in Argentina. Please note that all US citizens require a Brazilian visa for this excursion.

• Day 6. Iguazu – Buenos Aires – El Calafate (B & D)

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires and connecting flight to El Calafate. Arrival at approximately 6pm, reception and transfer to your hotel, the Luxury Boutique Los Notros Posada. Dinner at the posada.

• Day 7. El Calafate (B, L & D)

  After breakfast, excursion to the site of the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most dramatic natural sites left on earth. The Perito Moreno Glacier of Santa Cruz is a 60m (197ft) high river of rising, toppling and exploding ice, though it hasn't advanced for several years. Excursion to the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier, walking along footpaths and balconies to reach this incredible phenomenon. Lunch at your posada. Afternoon choice of excursions. Return to your hotel for dinner and accommodation.

• Day 8. El Calafate (B, L & D)

  After breakfast, selection of other activities including other treks, 4x4 trips and boat trips to other glaciers in the area such as Upsala, Onelli and Spegazzini. All meals at your posada. Return to your hotel.

• Day 9. El Calafate – Ushuaia (B & D)

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to Ushuaia. Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world, and capital of the province of Tierra del Fuego. Transfer to your hotel, the Las Hayas 5 star Hotel. Afternoon visit of the town including the End of the World Museum. Return to your hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

• Day 10. Ushuaia (B & D)

  After breakfast, excursion to the Tierra del Fuego National Park. This sub-Antarctic forest covers the entire region and is located up to 600m above sea level. A visit to Lake Escondido with mountains at the foot of Paso Garibaldi offers a unique view in an environment of supreme beauty. The tour will end with a one and a half hour round trip tour in first class on the 'end of the world' train travelling through the National Park itself. Return to your hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

• Day 11. Ushuaia (B)

  Today you will enjoy a boat trip through the Beagle Channel with a visit to Sea Lion Island and the southernmost Argentinean lighthouse. Return to your hotel.

• Day 12. Ushuaia - Buenos Aires (B)

  After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Buenos Aires and your connecting flight home.

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Tour Prices

• Luxury 5 star standard rooms

  • Price per person US$7900.00 - based on two people sharing.

• Luxury 5 star suites

  • Price per person US$9400.00 - based on two people sharing.

Tour Price Includes:

• 11 night's accommodation in twin/double rooms at luxury hotels with private bathroom and breakfast.
• All transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary in private service (except Perito Moreno tours) with English speaking guides.
• All meals as per itinerary denoted by B, L and D.

Tour Price Does Not Include:

• International air tickets and associated taxes.
• Meals not specified on the itinerary.
• Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses, beverages, etc.
• Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident.
• Baggage porterage and other extras not specified.

Hotels

Buenos Aires

Alvear Palace Hotel. (Subject to availability.)

Iguazu

Sheraton Iguazu. (Subject to availability.)

El Calafate

Los Notros. (Subject to availability.)

Ushuaia

Las Hayas Hotel. (Subject to availability.)