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      Essence of South America

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      Time of Year
      Jan - Mar, Sep - Dec
      Cities & Landmarks
      Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Iguazú Falls, Patagonia, Puerto Varas, Santiago
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      A walk along the base of thundering Iguazú Falls during two nights at a hotel with views of the waterfall

       

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      On-Tour Air included (4 flights)

       

      A three-night stay in Buenos Aires featuring a private visit to Teatro Colón Opera House, and dinner and a tango show

       

      Three nights in Rio de Janeiro on Copacabana beach, featuring dazzling oceanfront views

       

      Private tour of Rio’s Samba City for a behind-the-scenes look at Carnaval costumes, floats and sensational samba dancing

       

      Private cruise on Guanabara Bay for breathtaking views of Rio de Janeiro

       

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      Activity

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      Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.

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      Often robust – may include long days, active sightseeing, early starts, evening activities, significant travel times.

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      One of our most popular South American tours explores the best of Chile, Argentina and Brazil.

      Experiences of a lifetime

      From the western coast of Chile to the eastern coast of Brazil by way of Patagonia and the Andes, through some of South America's most breathtaking scenery, we’ll share the pleasures of this wonderfully diverse continent with you.

      Tauck’s comprehensive 14-day South American tours inspire with in-depth discoveries of the many natural and architectural wonders of this remarkable continent. Spend multiple nights in world-class cities – two in Santiago, and three in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro – at fine hotels in the heart of each city. Cross the Andes overland and by private boat. View spectacular Iguazú Falls from both Brazil and Argentina. Sample the fine wines of Chile and famous Argentinian beef; get a behind-the-scenes look at Rio's colorful Carnaval; feel the passion and the heat of the tango and the samba. This most enriching of South American tours is the experience of a lifetime! Read Less

      Buenos Aires' Teatro Colón

      Day 8

      Behind-the-scenes at the Teatro Colón opera house

      Acoustically considered among the five best concert venues in the world (alongside concert halls in Vienna, Berlin, Amsterdam and Boston's Symphony Hall), Buenos Aires' current, seven-tiered Teatro Colón opera house opened in 1908 with a production of Verdi's "Aida" – replacing a previous incarnation that was in operation in Argentina's capital from 1857 until 1888. You'll enjoy a privately guided, behind-the-scenes tour of this Argentine gem – which emerged in 2010 from a three-year, $100 million renovation – including its magnificent central chandelier, exquisite stained glass, allegorical ceiling frescoes, marble staircases and opulent Gold Room.

      Iguazú Falls from both sides of the border

      Days 10 and 11

      Experience the "Great Waters" of Iguazú from Brazil and Argentina

      Sixty-five feet taller than Niagara Falls and twice as wide, Iguazú Falls – a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site – was also named one of the “New Seven Wonders of Nature” by the New Seven Wonders of the World Foundation. In fact, you have to visit two countries to get a complete look at this natural wonder; its 275 cascades are spread in a horseshoe shape over nearly two miles of the Iguazú River, straddling the borders of Argentina and Brazil. On day 10, you'll experience the falls from the Argentinian side, where they're known as Iguazú. On day 11, check out the Brazilian side; here, they're called Iguaçu. But they're spectacular by any name!

      Belmond Copacabana Palace

      Nights 11, 12 and 13

      Art Deco elegance on Rio's iconic Copacabana Beach

      Rio de Janeiro's Art Deco-inspired Belmond Copacabana Palace overlooks the Brazilian city's world-famous Copacabana Beach. Having first opened its doors to a celebrity clientele in 1923, the hotel continues to welcome guests with an impeccable reputation for graciousness and service... offering a host of amenities to ensure a most comfortable stay, including guest rooms featuring original works of art.

      The pace of the trip was wonderful and the organization of the logistics of moving between locations was exceptional.

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      Accommodations

      Where you stay is an important part of your journey – with Tauck, accommodations have been handpicked and carefully selected for their location and ambiance, enhancing the destinations you explore. Download accommodation details and your travel plans begin!

       

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      The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago

      Santiago, Chile

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      Night 3

      Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

      Puerto Varas, Chile

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      Nights 4-5

      Llao Llao Hotel & Resort

      Bariloche, Argentina

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      Nights 6-8

      Alvear Palace Hotel

      Buenos Aires, Argentina

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      Nights 9-10

      Meliá Iguazú

      Iguazú, Argentina

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      Nights 11-13

      Belmond Copacabana Palace

      Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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      Small Group Departures

      Our small group departures, averaging just 24 guests, are designed for travelers who want more time to experience each destination up close and personally. One of the benefits of small group travel is the personalized service and attention you’ll enjoy. Small groups enable our Tauck Directors to spend more time in the places you explore with more opportunities to connect with them. Smaller groups foster camaraderie and lasting friendships among like-minded travelers; you'll engage more closely with local experts and enjoy enhanced insider access, ease of travel and freedom to linger longer.

      Solo Traveler Savings

      Traveling solo doesn't mean traveling alone – with Tauck, it means camaraderie on a journey with like-minded travelers who share similar interests, enjoying the spirit of travel that makes exploring the world a necessary part of life – and sharing the special travel experiences found on Tauck’s guided land trips and cruises that create lifetime memories. For 90+ years, solo travelers have found a special "travel" home with Tauck in destinations the world over – and we’re offering solo travelers an additional reason to travel with Tauck – special Solo Traveler Savings on select departures.

      Book Your Air

      Traveling with Tauck ensures more than a memorable travel experience; it also enables you to take advantage of additional do-it-for-you travel services that take the hassle out of arranging them yourself. As an added service, we can make flight arrangements for your journey, if your travels originate in Canada or the United States, offering you a number of welcome advantages. With Tauck, you can reserve your flights now and pay later when tickets are issued; benefit from Tauck’s lenient change and refund policies; earn Frequent Flyer mileage on most airlines; and more.

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      Health and Activity

      You'll find Activity and Pace Levels on all of our trips to give you a better idea of physical activity level – higher numbers mean a more active journey. To fully enjoy most journeys, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances; some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot and may include unpaved and uneven surfaces. Please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice.

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      Your vacation is an important investment – and to help you protect it, Tauck's Guest Protection Product provides you with important benefits before your trip and while you are traveling, including 24-hour worldwide emergency assistance services; you'll also find deposit details and information should you have to cancel. Truly peace of mind travel at its best!

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