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www.centralholidays.comDAY 1
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FRI
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BUENOS AIRES
Arrive in Buenos Aires and transfer to
your downtown hotel. Take time to get to know the city at your own
pace. Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is a cosmopolitan place
that showcases great European cultural influences. During the day,
many attractions beckon: museums, art galleries, shops, parks, tree-
lined boulevards, and much more. At night consider visiting a
“tango” bar or acclaimed local restaurant.
DAY 2
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SAT
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BUENOS AIRES
After breakfast, embark on a city tour
of Buenos Aires. See The Pyramid de Mayo, the Presidential palace,
the Cabinet, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. View the symbol of the
city, “The Obelisque.” Enjoy history and modern day musings at every
turn as you discover the various neighborhoods from San Telmo with
its signature tango parlors; to European-inspired La Boca, trendy
Puerto Madero, and La Recoleta Cultural Center. Enjoy the afternoon
at leisure. (B)
DAY 3
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SUN
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BUENOS AIRES
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USHUAIA
Transfer to the domestic
airport for the flight to Ushuaia and upon arrival transfer to your hotel
for check-in. Ushuaia is the capital of the territory and the
southernmost city in the world. Take time on your own to see the End
of the World Museum and the old prison. Stroll around the harbor
and enjoy the brilliant scenery. Make sure to sample Argentina’s
culinary scene, perhaps tasting the area’s exquisite spider crabs. (B)
DAY 4
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MON
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USHUAIA
Today’s activities commence with a half day
tour to the Tierra del Fuego National Park where you will enjoy the
splendid landscapes as well as its many rivers that flow into the
Beagle Channel. This afternoon venture off on your own to discover
Ushuaia or participate in an optional Catamaran tour. The optional
tour sails on Beagle Channel where you can take-in the seascapes
and seabirds before continuing to Island Los Lobos for sea lion
viewing. (B)
DAY 5
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TUE
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USHUAIA
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EL CALAFATE
After breakfast you will be
transferred from your hotel to the airport and head to El Calafate, a
city in Argentina’s Patagonia. Upon arrival you will be transferred to
your hotel. Relax and enjoy the fresh Patagonian air and
breathtaking landscapes. Take the opportunity on your own to
discover Avenida del Libertador, El Calafate’s main street where you
can savor the flavors at local restaurants and bakeries or shop for
souvenirs. (B)
DAY 6
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WED
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EL CALAFATE
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PERITO MORENO
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EL CALAFATE
Adventure along on full day tour to Perito Moreno Glacier. This is one
of the few glaciers that still continues advancing. Every 4 to 5 years
it covers the gap between the mainland and itself and expands into
the Lago Argentino. The enormous pressure of the water causes it to
crash with a thunderous noise. You can see this glacial spectacle
every day when single ice blocks fall into the lake. Return to El
Calafatefor an evening at leisure. (B)
DAY 7
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THU
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EL CALAFATE
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PUERTO NATALES
Morning awaits with
a transfer to the bus terminal for your drive to Puerto Natales, a
charming village situated along the coast of the Fjord of Last Hope.
Puerto Natales is the capital of Ultima Esperanza Province and was
founded in 1911. Originally, the locals made a living on sheep
farming and fishing. In the past years it developed to be an important
touristic center as the starting point for excursions to the sensational
National Park Torres del Paine. (B)
DAY 8
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FRI
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PUERTO NATALES
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TORRES DEL PAINE N. P.
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PUERTO NATALES
Embark on a full day excursion to Torres del
Paine National Park and experience reportedly the most spectacular
worldwide reserve at the end of the world! In this protected area you
will find a fertile combination of lakes, lagoons, waterfalls, glaciers,
hills and peaks. Inside, the road is surrounded with dozens of
lagoons contrasting with hills and snow-capped mountains. Here
you will visit the Milodon Cave and the Salto Grande waterfall. (B)
DAY 9
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SAT
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PUERTO NATALES
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PUNTA ARENAS
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SANTIAGO
After breakfast, transfer to the bus terminal for your scenic drive to
Punta Arenas, the first permanent settlement in the Austral zone of
Patagonia. Tour the town that was established in 1848, and quickly
became the most important cattle raising center of Patagonia.
Proceed to Cerro La Cruz, from where you can enjoy a fantastic
panoramic view of the city and the Straits of Magellan. Afterwards
continue to Punta Arenas airport for your flight to Santiago. (B)
DAY 10
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SUN
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SANTIAGO
Today’s city tour takes you to see such
iconic sites as San Francisco church, European-inspired
neighborhoods: Barrio Paris & Londres and Barrio Concha y Toro,
Plaza de Armas, the cathedral, the National History museum and
town hall. Stroll Santiago’s main avenue “Alameda” and see the
“Palacio de la Moneda” before driving to San Cristóbal Hill for the
finest views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains. The tour ends in
the Providencia shopping zone. (B)
DAY 11
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MON
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SANTIAGO TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
Rise
and shine in with breakfast at your Santiago hotel and transfer to the
airport for your flight home with superb memories to cherish and
share of your time in Argentina and Chile. (B)
(B) Breakfast - (L) Lunch - (D) Dinner
HOTEL/STARTING FROM PRICES
VALID THRU APRIL 2019
Travel in Comfort
Double
Single
$2,439
$3,239
City
Nights
Hotels or similar (Type of room)
Buenos Aires
2
Cyan Hotel De Las Americas (Standard)
Ushuaia
2
Hotel Patagonia Jarke (Standard)
Calafate
2
Hotel Kau Yatun (Standard)
Puerto Natales
2
Hotel Costaustralis (City view)
Santiago
2
Hotel Principado Express (Standard)
Travel in Style
Double
Single
$2,759
$3,819
City
Nights
Hotels or similar (Type of room)
Buenos Aires
2
Hotel NH Buenos Aires City (Standard)
Ushuaia
2
Hotel Cilene del Faro (Standard)
Calafate
2
Hotel Kosten Aike (Standard)
Puerto Natales
2
Hotel Costaustralis (Sea view)
Santiago
2
Hotel Marina Las Condes (Standard)
All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Extra nights and triple occupancy
available upon request. Rates are not valid during certain holidays and blackout periods.
Reciprocity fee is required for US citizens to enter Argentina. Please call for special
international airfares and domestic flights in Economy or Business Class.
Services and meals not listed in the itinerary, beverages during the meals, hotel extras,
personal expenses and tips for guides, drivers, and waitresses, as well as local flights
within South America are not included.
Important information: This is a fixed group departure, seat in motorcoach, with shared
services valid for the specific dates shown above. All flights within South America must be
booked through Central Holidays.
This tour can be offered on FIT basis with the exception of Day 7 & 9 transfers & Day 8
Excursion to Paine National Park. Please inquire.
INCLUDED FEATURES
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Hotel accommodation for 10 nights
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Daily buffet breakfast
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All transfers and services are via motorcoach with
English Speaking guide
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Half day Buenos Aires city tour
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Half day tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park
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Full day tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier
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Full day excursion to Torres del Paine National Park
•
Punta Arenas city tour
•
Half day Santiago city tour
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Document holder and luggage tags
2018 Dates: Jan 12; Feb 2 & 23; Mar. 9; Oct 12 & 26; Nov 9 & 30