Chile's Neighbouring Countries

Lima, Peru: to a visit a much more affordable Peru

Itinerary: 12 Days / 11 Nights

DAY 1: LIMA / AREQUIPA

Flight from Lima to Arequipa. Upon arrival in Arequipa, tour the lovely "White City", including the Santa Catalina Convent, Plaza de Armas, La Compañía cloisters and the districts of Yanahuara and Chilina, with a magnificent view of the Misti Volcano. Afternoon at leisure. Accommodations in Arequipa.

DAY 2: AREQUIPA / COLCA CANYON

(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)
Early morning departure for a two-day overland trip to the Colca Valley. Drive across Pampa Canahuas within the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, habitat of herds of vicunas. Admire beautiful pre-Columbian terraces still being employed by native Collaguas. Accommodations in Colca Canyon.

DAY 3: COLCA CANYON

(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)
Early departure to Condors Cross, near to town of Cabanaconde, a natural observatory from which you can see the deepest part of the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world (3,000 mts/9,800 ft). Afternoon at leisure. Accommodations in Colca Canyon.

DAY 4: COLCA CANYON / PUNO (TITICACA LAKE)

(Breakfast-Lunch)
Departure for a 7-hour bus ride to Puno. Begin your adventure in Titicaca Lake, the highest navigable lake in the world. Accommodations in Puno.

DAY 5: PUNO / TITICACA LAKE / UROS ISLANDS / TAQUILE ISLAND

(Breakfast-Lunch)
Full-day motor-boat excursion on Lake Titicaca to visit the unique floating islands of the Uros. For hundreds of years, this "Water Tribe" has relied on totora reed to build their floating villages, modest homes and boats. Continue to Taquile Island, inhabited by Aymara natives who have developed the best hand-weaving technique in the world. Accommodations in Taquile Island.

DAY 6: PUNO / CUSCO

(Breakfast-Lunch)
Prepare to enjoy views of Andean landscapes spotted with little villages and herds of llamas and alpacas as you drive to the Cusco area. On the way, visit the pyramid complex of Pucara and the Temple of Raqchi, a spectacular energetic sanctuary dedicated to the Creator God Wiracocha, and Andahuaylillas, a picturesque colonial village. Evening arrival to Cusco. Accommodations in Cusco.

DAY 7: CUSCO

(Breakfast)
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon explore this most magical city, capital of the Inca Empire (15th century) on a tour including Plaza Regocijo, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery -the legendary Korikancha Temple- and the old town. Drive out of the city to visit the Inca sites of Tambomachay, Kenko, Puca-Pucara and impressive Fortress of Sacsayhuaman. Accommodations in Cusco.

DAY 8: CUSCO / SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS

(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)
Drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas and visit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo, strolling through the Inca living town where time seems to have stopped 500 years ago. Lunch at a nearby inn. Shop in the lively and colorful Indian Pisac market where locals following ancient traditions, sell or exchange their products. Accommodations in Sacred Valley of the Incas.

DAY 9: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS / MACHU PICCHU / AGUAS CALIENTES

(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)
Transfer to Ollanta train station for Orient Express ' Vistadome train service to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Guided tour of the marvelous citadel, visiting the main plaza, the royal quarters, the Temple of Three Windows, the circular tower and the sacred Sun Dial and burial grounds. Enjoy lunch at Orient Express' Sanctuary Lodge next to the citadel. Dinner at Indio Feliz restaurant in Aguas Calientes town. Accommodations in Aguas Calientes. (OPTIONAL: Express Inca Trail hike available upon request.)

DAY 10: AGUAS CALIENTES / MACHU PICCHU / CUSCO

(Breakfast)
Early rise is recommended to admire Machu Picchu at sunrise, a truly mystical experience. For the hiking enthusiasts, going up the Huayna Picchu peak overlooking the site or trekking the original Inca trail to the Intipunku or Sun Gate is suggested. Afternoon Orient Express' Vistadome train service to Cusco train station and transfer to selected hotel. Accommodations in Cusco.

DAY 11: CUSCO

(Breakfast)
Day at leisure. Enjoy Cusco´s colonial churches and mansions built over original Inca constructions, admire its beautiful plazas or just stroll its picturesque cobblestone streets. Visit San Blas quarter, or simply spend the day shopping. Accommodations in Cusco.

DAY 12: CUSCO / LIMA

(Breakfast)
Transfer to Cusco airport. Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your hotel or assistance for international flight connection.

NOTES:

Season: All year
All meals and services as indicated, are included
Bilingual (Spanish - English) guide
Services: S.I.B. (Shared services)
Bus and entrance fee to Machu Picchu Inca Citadel the second day is not included

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2009)

(Deluxe: Vistadome Train - Superior Hotels): CASA ANDINA PRIVATE COLLECTION / CASA ANDINA COLCA / JOSÉ ANTONIO / ECO INN CUSCO / CASA ANDINA PRIVATE COLLECTION VALLE SAGRADO / SUMAQ MACHU PICCHU: $ 2047 (DOUBLE); $ 2749 (SINGLE)
(Deluxe: Vistadome Train - Standard Hotels): POSADA DEL INCA / ECO INN COLCA HOTEL / CASA ANDINA TIKARANI / JOSE ANTONIO / POSADA DEL INCA YUCAY / HATUCHAY TOWER: $ 1800 (DOUBLE); $ 2289 (SINGLE)
(Superior: Orient Express - Backpackers Train - Standard Hotels): CASA ANDINA CLASSIC / COLLAHUA HOTEL / LA HACIENDA PUNO / DEL PRADO INN / CASONA YUCAY / SANTUARIO: $ 1618 (DOUBLE); $ 1865 (SINGLE)

Amazing Pre & Post Tours to Choose from:

Lima in transit

Upon arrival in Lima, proceed to a local restaurant for lunch. Transfer to the airport for your international flight.

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2009)

Lima in Transit: $ 117 (SINGLE)

Lima Gateway

2 Days / 1 Night

Founded in 1535, Peru's capital city offers visitors colonial mansions, superb museums, colorful handicrafts markets, private art collections, renowned haute cuisine, in addition to archaeological and natural attractions. A 2 Day / 1 Night package including arrival transfer to five-star hotel and half-day city tour of pre-columbian, colonial and modern Lima will definitively enrich your visit to Peru.
We additionally recommend to add a visit to Larco Herrera Museum and National Museum of Archaeology.

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2009)

HOTEL CASA ANDINA PRIVATE COLLECTION MIRAFLORES: $ 123 (DOUBLE); $ 221 (SINGLE)
HOTEL CASA ANDINA MIRAFLORES CENTRO: $ 71 (DOUBLE); $ 117 (SINGLE)

Nasca Lines / Paracas Marine Reserve

3 Days / 2 Nights

DAY 1: LIMA / ICA

Transfer to the bus station in Lima for motor coach service to Ica, home to Peru's most important vineyards and where the famous Peruvian Pisco is made. Accommodations at Las Dunas Hotel.

DAY 2: ICA / NASCA LINES / ICA

(Breakfast)
In the morning, an hour and ten minutes flight seeing over the enigmatic Nasca Lines. Visit the Archaeological Museum and the oasis of Huacachina. Accommodations at Las Dunas Hotel.

DAY 3: ICA / BALLESTAS ISLAND / LIMA

(Breakfast)
Early boat ride to the Ballestas Islands, inhabited by boobies, sea lions and penguins. Midday return to Lima by motor coach and transfer from bus station to airport or hotel.

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2009)

Las Dunas Hotel: $ 585 (DOUBLE); $ 677 (SINGLE)

Rainforest Eco-Adventure

3 Days / 2 Nights

DAY 1: CUSCO / PUERTO MALDONADO / TAMBOPATA NATIONAL PARK

(Lunch-Dinner)
Transfer to Cusco airport. Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, motor-launch to the jungle lodge in the Tambopata National Park. Experience the first wildlife viewing spots in one of the earth’s most spectacular virgin rainforests.

DAY 2: TAMBOPATA NATIONAL PARK

(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)
Full day exploration of this ecological reserve to admire the Amazon biodiversity, home to over 20,000 plant species, over 900 varieties of birds, 91 mammals, 1230 butterflies, 127 amphibians and reptiles including the Giant Otter and the Black Caiman, among others.

DAY 3: TAMBOPATA NATIONAL PARK / PUERTO MALDONADO / LIMA

(Breakfast-Lunch)
Morning motor-launch to the pier in Puerto Maldonado and transfer to the airport. Arrival transfer in Lima.

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2009)

Corto Maltes Lodge: $ 266 (DOUBLE); $ 308 (TRIPLE)

The Northern Kingdoms

3 Days / 2 Nights

DAY 1: LIMA / CHICLAYO

Transfer to Lima airport. Arrival transfer to the hotel in Chiclayo. Accommodations in Chiclayo.

DAY 2: CHICLAYO

(Breakfast-Lunch)
Stroll through the healer's market, where the city's renowned shamans shop for their paraphernalia. Visit Peru's most important archaeological museums for a complete overview of the region's pre-columbian cultures of Chimu and Mochica, displaying fine examples of pottery, metalwork and textiles excavated in the area, including treasures from the tombs of Sipan (3rd and 4th centuries). Lunch at a country side restaurant. Enjoy sunset at the impressive 26-pyramid complex of Tucume.

DAY 3: CHILCAYO / TRUJILLO / LIMA

(Breakfast-Lunch)
Upon Arrival in Trujillo, visit the citadel of Chan Chan, ancient capital of the Chimu Empire (8th century) and the largest adobe city in the world. Lunch at a restaurant in Huanchaco. Visit the Temple of the Moon and tour the Trujillo's elegant Colonial quarter. Transfer to Trujillo airport. Arrival transfer in Lima.

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2009)

Gran Hotel Chiclayo: $ 500 (DOUBLE); $ 559 (SINGLE)

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· August 21, 2007 - 12:14pm

Salvador, Brazil: to Dinner Show, City Tour

Itinerary: 3 Days / 2 Nights

DAY 1: SALVADOR

Arrive at Salvador airport and transfer to the hotel. By Night with dinner and a show at Miguel Santana. The show takes place in the 18th century colonial complex Solar do União which had it's own church, manor house and slaves quarters, in the old stockrooms and is a showcase of the Candomble; the manculelê, a stick and sword dance from the cane fields; the dance of the caboclo, an Amerindian hunting dance; capoeira, a martial art/dance of Angolan origin and the samba de roda, a spinning, swirling version of this exuberant national dance. Not always available on Sundays. Dinner can be included upon request. Accommodations in Salvador.

DAY 2: SALVADOR

(Breakfast)
A half day historical city tour. Discover the essencial sights of Salvador on a half day tour tracing the development of the city from its simple beginnings to the what is now the third largest city in Brazil. After hotel pick up with private Essential Salvador takes you to the mouth of the immense bay and then via elegant tree-lined avenues and bustling city streets to the Pelourinho, a Unesco Heritage site and the largest complex of colonial architecture in the South America. We leave the vehicle at the Muncipal Square, by the towering Lacerda Elevator, with great views of the bay stretching out to the lower city, and stroll through the narrow, bustling streets lined with buildings in pastel shades of an age gone by, soaking in the sights and sounds of this vibrant city. We visit the church of São Francisco with its exuberant gold-leafed Baroque interior and the Pelourinho square, the heart of the old town. Accommodations in Salvador.

DAY 3: SALVADOR

(Breakfast)
A full day Schooner Cruise. After our transfer from the hotel, we board a comfortable schooner and cruise to two of the 36 islands in this sparkling bay, a day of rest and relaxation with great views of the city both on the outbound and homeward journeys. Our first stop is Frades (or Monk's) Island. Virtually uninhabited, the island is home to some of the best beaches in the bay. Here we have ample time to swim in the warm inviting waters, or relax in the sun or the shade, and there is never a cold drink too far away! Then we continue our cruise to the larger Itaparica Island for lunch. The colonial town of Itaparica just a short distance by local transport for those interested visiting this charming waterfront town. (optional) We return to the schooner, raise anchor and set off for Salvador with the setting sun flooding the city in its warm glow. Accommodations in Salvador de Bahia.

DAY 4: SALVADOR

(Breakfast)
At the agreed time, transfer to the airport for your flight.

NOTES:

Season: All year
All meals and services as indicated, are included
Bilingual (Spanish - English) guide
Services: Private services

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2008)

PESTANA BAHIA (5*): $ 636 (DOUBLE); $ 1164 (SINGLE)
BLUE TREE SALVADOR (4*): $ 610 (DOUBLE); $ 1113 (SINGLE)

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· April 9, 2007 - 8:11pm

Manaus, Brazil: to Amazon Eco Park Lodge in the Amazon

Itinerary: 3 Days / 2 Nights

Located in the midst of lush jungle, just half an hour by boat from Manaus. It is located at the Tarumã River Bank - a tributary of Negro River - in the Amazon Jungle and only 30 minutes by boat from Manaus (20 km from Tropical Hotel Pier). Land transfers are operated in air conditioned cars, vans or deluxe buses. The Amazon Ecopark River Cruise is operated on board the Ecopark lodge's own regional boats. Transfers are operated 24 hours a day at no additional costs. All the comforts of home in a most exotic setting. It offers 60 rooms and 2 restaurants. The Ecopark is known for its unique and pioneer course of survival in the rainforest: bilingual guides with ample knowledge of the area will teach you how and where to find edible fruits and potable water, learn first aid, to build a shelter, to make bridges of ropes, to find your way in the forest and so much more. (Jungle survival course only available at specific packages and only for groups)

DAY 1: AMAZON ECO PARK LODGE

Transfer to the lodge reception. During a 30 minute transfer to the Amazon Ecopark the visitor will receive historical and geographical information about the Amazon. Upon arriving, the visitor is briefed about the infrastructure of the park, after which the guide will lead a nature walk throughout the property. During the walk, explanation will be given regarding the local fauna and flora. The adventure continues to the "Monkey Jungle" where researchers are working with rehabilitating monkeys, which have been captive. Today these monkeys roam free in Ecopark. Go alligator spotting. Dinner. Accommodations.

DAY 2: AMAZON ECO PARK LODGE

Breakfast. Natural Hike. Lunch. Visit a Caboclo house & piranha fishing. Dinner. Accommodations.

DAY 3: AMAZON ECO PARK LODGE

Breakfast. Visit the Monkey Jungle. Transfer to Manaus Tropical Pier.

NOTES:

Prices are per room
Package includes: Accommodations / Transfers / Tours / Full board
Guides: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
Child Policy: 01 child up to 05 years old free - from 06 to 12 years old pays: 70% of the double basis
Cancellation Policy: up to 72hours before check in - free of charge
Transfer from / to the lodge in another time is available with an additional upon request.
All Packages can be picked up and drop off at either hotel Tropical or at Airport

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2008)

AMAZON ECO PARK LODGE: $ 424 (DOUBLE); $ 518 (SINGLE)

Important:

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· April 9, 2007 - 8:09pm

Iguazu Falls, Brazil: to the Largest Waterfalls in the World

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Itinerary: 3 Days / 2 Nights

DAY 1: IGUASSU FALLS

Arrive at Iguassu Falls airport and transfer to the hotel. Accommodations in Iguassu falls.

DAY 2: IGUASSU FALLS

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day Brazil and Argentina side of the Falls. Our trip begins at the National Iguassu Park where we board for a drive through the lush subtropical vegetation of park en route to the falls. Stroll the trail descending the canyon that offers the most panoramic view of more than 240 falls. Take the glass elevator up the cliff face for a view from the upper deck. The Iguassu National Park along with its “sister” park in Argentina forms the most significant remaining rainforest in the southern cone which together with the cataracts has been declared a National Heritage Site by UNESCO. For passengers staying at the Tropical das Cataratas Hotel, this tour starts walking from the hotel.Cross the Tancredo Neves Bridge on route to the Iguassu National Park in Argentina. At the entrance the passenger will take a little train for a visit through the park with 2 stops until the trail where the walking tour begins to the visit the upper walkways which allow a different and more intimate contact with the falls and the rainforest. The highlight of the trip is a visit to the suspended platform at the very brink of the abysmal Devil’s Throat, largest of the waterfalls. This trip shows you the highlights of the Argentinean side. Accommodations in Iguassu falls.

DAY 3: IGUASSU FALLS

(Breakfast)
At the agreed time, transfer to the airport for your flight.

NOTES:

Season: All year
All meals and services as indicated, are included
Bilingual (Spanish - English) guide
Services: Private services

Prices are per person, in US dollars:

(Expires: Dec 31, 2008)

MABU FOZ (5*): $ 378 (DOUBLE); $ 650 (SINGLE)
CONTINENTAL INN (4*): $ 299 (DOUBLE); 499 (SINGLE)
RECANTO PARK (3*): $ 296 (DOUBLE); 494 (SINGLE)

Important:

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· April 9, 2007 - 8:07pm

Rio de Janerio, Brazil: to Dinner, Dancing, & Sugarloaf Mountain

Itinerary: 3 Days / 2 Nights

DAY 1: RIO DE JANEIRO

Arrive at Rio de Janeiro airport and transfer to the hotel. "Gaifiera Night" with dinner & dancing. Gafieira Estudantina, opened in 1932 was designed as an alternative to the old dance halls popular during the 1930' s. Today it is a nightspot which offers a setting for a wide variety of styles and rhythms, helping popularize ballroom dancing. Accommodations in Rio de Janeiro.

DAY 2: RIO DE JANEIRO

Breakfast at the hotel. City tour with Sugar Loaf Visit to the world famous Sugar Loaf Mountain in the middle of the Guanabara Bay, from where one of the most breathtaking views of the city of Rio can be seen. Take the two-stage car up to the top of the Mountain and admire the marvelous view from up above. The tour also offers a panoramic tour to downtown Rio, which is a great opportunity to see some of the historical sites of the city such as the Cathedral and the Municipal Theatre. Accommodations in Rio de Janerio.