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MULTI COUNTRY TOURING

Cusco, Peru Buenos Aires, Argentina
ESSENCE OF SOUTH AMERICA 25 DAYS 12
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Day 1: Lima an unforgettable sunset over the waters of Lake Titicaca From 11,515 *^ per person twin share
Arrive into Lima and transfer to the hotel. Meet with the where you’ll enjoy a private picnic with drinks.
group and tour leader before embarking on a guided Day 13: Suasi Island to Puno (B) 25 DAYS | LIMA TO BUENOS AIRES
walking tour of the city. Overnight in Lima. Travel by boat back across the lake to Puno and enjoy TRAVEL TYPE: Escorted
Day 2: Lima to Amazon Jungle (BLD) a night at leisure. Overnight in Puno. DEPARTS: Selected Sundays (Jan – Dec)
Fly to Puerto Maldonado in the Amazon Jungle and Day 14: Puno to La Paz (B)
travel by bus and motorised canoe to the Amazon Travel by minivan to Desaguadero and cross the border
lodge. Unpack and unwind before a short orientation into Bolivia. On the way to La Paz, stop at Tiwanaku HIGHLIGHTS
and briefing. Tonight, venture into the jungle for a archaeological site for a guided visit then continue to • Stay on the private island of Suasi, in the
night jungle excursion. Stay the next two nights at the La Paz. Stay the next two nights in La Paz. middle of Lake Titicaca • Tour the Inca sites
Amazon lodge. Day 15: La Paz (B) of Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu
Day 3: Amazon Jungle (BLD) Embark on a city tour including a cable car ride to • Spend the day on an estancia – a working
Spend a full day in the Amazon Jungle, spotting animals El Alto. Visit markets, walk Moon Valley and stop at Argentinean ranch
such as otters and macaws, caimans and monkeys. the Mirador Killi Killi.
Visit a traditional Amazon community and learn about INCLUDES
medicinal plants. Day 16: La Paz to Santiago (B) • 18 nights 3 to 4 star accommodation
Fly to Santiago and make your way to the hotel.
Day 4: Amazon Jungle to Cusco (B) Stay the next two nights in Santiago. • 4 nights lodge accommodation
Travel back to Puerto Maldonado before taking the short • 2 nights estancia accommodation
flight to Cusco. Make your own way to the hotel before Day 17: Santiago (B) • Meals as specified • Tours as per itinerary
an orientation walk in the afternoon, focusing on the Get to know Santiago on a walking tour with a local
Cusco Cathedral. Stay the next two nights in Cusco. guide. Your tour includes a cable car ride to the top • Admission to attractions as per itinerary
of Cerro San Cristobal for the best view of the city. • Activities offered by the estancia
Day 5: Cusco (B) • Local English-speaking guide
Your leader will take you on walking tour of Cusco today. Day 18: Santiago to Valparaiso (B)
Visit the Koricancha Temple for a tour then head to Enjoy a free morning in Santiago. After lunch, head • Air-conditioned vehicle
the San Pedro market before stopping at the Plaza de towards the coast, stopping for a wine tasting on the • One way economy class airfare from Lima to
Armas in the heart of the city. way in the Casablanca Valley and then continuing to Puerto Maldonado • One way economy class
the coastal town of Valparaiso. Stay the next two nights airfare from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco
Day 6: Cusco to Ollantaytambo (BL) in Valparaiso.
Travel by private bus through the Sacred Valley. Visit • One way economy class airfare from Mendoza
the fortress of Sacsayhuaman and workshops in the Day 19: Valparaiso (B) to Buenos Aires • The Voyager Machu Picchu
Chichubamba community to gain a greater insight Today, embark on a guided walking tour of the town. Train return journey to Machu Picchu
into the local lifestyle. Finally, tour the archaeological Day 20: Valparaiso to Mendoza (B) • Transfer from Lima Airport to accommodation
site at Ollantaytambo with your guide. Overnight in In the morning, transfer by local bus through the Andes • Local bus transfers
Ollantaytambo. and across the Argentinean border to Mendoza. Stay ^Price valid 1, 29 Mar, 12, 26 Apr, 23 Aug, 11, 25 Oct, 8 Nov,
Day 7: Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes (B) the next two nights in Mendoza. 6 Dec 20. Ask your travel agent for sole use prices.
This morning, travel by train through the winding Day 21: Mendoza (BL)
Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu for a guided tour Head out on a winery tour to visit several wineries and PERU START/FINISH
of the site. Overnight in Aguas Calientes. cellar doors, tasting Malbec, Torrontes and other local Puerto Maldonado OVERNIGHT
Lima 1
Day 8: Aguas Calientes to Cusco (B) varietals along the way. Aguas Calientes 1 ATTRACTION
Head back to Machu Picchu for a second visit before Day 22: Mendoza to Estancia (BD) Machu Picchu 1 4 2 Amazon Lodge BOAT
returning by train to Ollantaytambo Station and This afternoon fly from Mendoza to Buenos Aires. Ollantaytambo 2 Suasi Island FLIGHT
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transferring to Cusco. Stay the next two nights in Cusco. On arrival, travel via minivan to a traditional estancia Cusco Puno 2 La Paz
Day 9: Cusco (B) (ranch). Stay the next two nights at the estancia. BOLIVIA
Enjoy a day at leisure. Day 23: Estancia (BLD)
Day 10: Cusco to Puno (B) Enjoy free activities offered by the estancia, such as
Today, transfer by local bus to the tiny but unique town horse-back riding, cooking classes or polo. Alternatively,
of Puno. On arrival, enjoy a guided city tour. Overnight laze by the pool, read or have a barbecue. CHILE
in Puno. Day 24: Estancia to Buenos Aires (B)
Day 11: Puno to Suasi Island (BLD) Travel by minivan back to cosmopolitan Buenos Aires
Depart early for a half day boat tour of Lake Titicaca, for an orientation walk with the group leader. Overnight
visiting the Uros Islands and Taquile Island. In the in Buenos Aires. ARGENTINA
afternoon, you’ll be dropped off at Suasi Island. Stay Day 25: Buenos Aires (B)
the next two nights on Suasi Island. The tour ends after breakfast. Make your own way
Day 12: Suasi Island (BLD) to the airport.
This morning, visit the cultural museum on the (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner) Valparaíso 2 2 2 Mendoza Estancia 2 Buenos
island. Take an easy late-afternoon walk to watch Santiago 1 Aires

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 21