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Welcome to Scenic Tours South America
Front cover: Girl with Llama, Cuzco; This page: Carnivale in Rio de Janeiro; Church, Quito
We’re proud to present our range of Scenic Tours holidays to South America for 2011,
featuring all of the reasons why so many of our guests travel with us again and again. The
main reason is that we provide superb, all inclusive holidays which are great value for money.
Glen Moroney
Founder and Managing Director
Scenic Tours
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Inca fortress, Machu Picchu 3
Contents
Cable Car, Sugar Loaf Mountain; ‘Gauchos’ (cowboys), Buenos Aires; Penguins, Antarctica
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Galapagos Island visitors and sea lions 5
Amazing Experiences
Galapagos Island visitor and giant tortoise; Andean Explorer First Class Rail Journey; MV Aria dining
When you travel to South America with Scenic Tours you’ll be rewarded every day with
exciting and diverse encounters. The Inca ruins at the mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu.
Cuzco’s old town and architecture spanning from pre-Inca to Spanish colonial times. The
thundering cataracts of Iguazu Falls. The fascinating culture of the local communities at
Lake Titicaca, one of the world’s highest navigable lakes. The trio of cities abuzz with life –
Santiago, Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. And these are just a few.
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Uros Islands boats, Lake Titicaca 7
The Ultimate Touring Experience
Andean Explorer Observation Car; Most meals included; Scenic Tours Tour Director
Scenic Tours understands that every moment of your holiday is precious. When you travel
with us you can completely unwind, secure in the knowledge that our holidays are great
value for money and include everything you could wish for.
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Unique Experiences 9
The Finest Hotels in the Best Locations
Sofitel Oceanview rooms, Rio de Janeiro; Libertador, Lake Titicaca; Sumaq Hotel, Machu Picchu
Our South American hotel collection is nothing less than five-star. We offer a mix of boutique
hotels with regional flair as well as highly-ranked establishments operated by international
hoteliers. You’ll be treated to exceptional standards of luxury, service and décor. And when
you step outside, you’ll always find yourself in a landmark location, right in the heart of
your destination.
SCENICSPECIALSTAYS are highlighted with this symbol on your chosen itinerary page.
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Das Cataratas Hotel by Orient-Express 11
Small-Ship Expedition Cruising to Antarctica
Antarctica is high on the wish-list of travellers who dream of the excitement of adventures in
this untouched wilderness. The launch of Le Boréal takes expedition cruising in Antarctica
to a new level. In 2011, Scenic Tours guests will experience Antarctica in style onboard.
In 2011, Scenic Tours offers a fully escorted Antarctic expedition cruise combined with the luxury
Icons of South America tour.
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Zodiac excursion sights a large leopard seal 13
Cruise Deep into the Amazon Jungle
A wilderness expedition meets luxury travel aboard the new MV Aria. Fly into the remote
town of Iquitos and sail along the northern Amazon River into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve.
This protected wildlife area is blanketed by rainforest and jungle and is only accessible
by boat. Here you’ll have the chance to observe thousands of brilliantly coloured birds,
monkeys, the three toed sloth, caymans, iguanas and the endangered pink Amazon dolphin.
You will interact with local people living in villages alongside the river in much the same
way as they have for centuries.
Introducing MV Aria
Launching in February 2011 the new MV Aria is an intimate cruise ship, exclusively chartered by
Scenic Tours, catering to a maximum of 32 guests in complete luxury. There is plenty of space to
relax onboard including an abundant outdoor observation deck with Jacuzzi, a comfortable lounge,
bar and intimate dining room. The luxurious oversized guest suites include sitting areas and floor
to ceiling glass windows for panoramic Amazon River views. Elegant dining is a feature of life
onboard and the menu reflects Peruvian and European influences. Fine South American wines are
complimentary with meals. Four highly trained English-speaking naturalist guides will take you on
up to three expeditions a day, aboard comfortable motorised skiffs. They’ll share with you their
boundless knowledge of the flora, fauna and history of the Amazon.
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Deluxe Suite, MV Aria 15
Galapagos Islands Cruising
MV Galapagos Legend; Blue-footed boobies; Visitor and sea lion, Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands are one of the natural world’s last frontiers. Scenic Tours offers you
the opportunity to combine your South American holiday with a deluxe expedition cruise
aboard the MV Galapagos Legend that will allow you to explore this incredible ecosystem.
And, you can add an Amazon cruise to create a fully escorted South American holiday full
of memorable highlights – exclusive to Scenic Tours.
With spacious public areas, a swimming pool and broad observation decks you’ll have all the
amenities of a deluxe cruise ship with the intimacy of a small expedition vessel. Your stateroom
with large picture windows and ensuite facilities will be a Junior Suite. You’ll have the services of
a concierge and the ship’s chefs will present mouthwatering Ecuadorian and international cuisine.
In the evenings there’s stargazing on deck and often the water around the ship will be floodlit for
viewing marine life in action.
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Giant tortoise, Galapagos Islands 17
Cruising the Chilean Fjords & Antarctic Peninsula
The shoreline surrounding the southern tip of South America is isolated, wild and dramatically
beautiful. Because large parts of the coast are not easily accessed by road, the best way is
to see it from a luxury cruise ship. You can add one of three wonderful cruising options to
your Scenic Tours South America holiday. Depending on which one you select, you can also
cruise to offshore islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
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Chilean glacier 19
Scenic Enrich & Scenic FreeChoice
Visit a local school supported by Scenic Tours; Casablanca Valley vineyards; Le Sud restaurant, Buenos Aires
Exclusive to Scenic Tours, Scenic Enrich and Scenic FreeChoice are inventive programs of
events and activities that will add to your overall holiday experience. By taking part, you’ll
live the destination you’re in, not just travel through it.
For full details on our SCENICENRICH and SCENICFREECHOICE included activities, please refer
to your chosen itinerary page.
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Samba bar and restaurant, Rio de Janeiro 21
Flexible touring with.. SCENICFREECHOICE
Buenos Aires Buenos Aires Dining Cuzco Dining Iguazu Dining Puno Dining
FIESTA GAUCHA PIEGARI ITALIAN LOCAL RESTAURANT IPE GRILL LOCAL RESTAURANT
Enjoy a full day tour including RISTORANTE & FOLkLORE SHOW Dine tonight alongside the pool Travel into town to a local
lunch. Absorb the atmosphere of Some of the finest Italian cuisine Tonight enjoy the local cultural at Ipe Grill. Enjoy an extensive restaurant and sample their
country life in the Pampas. Taste with an emphasis on seafood and entertainment of a folklore show buffet with salads, traditional Andean specialities including
delicious Argentinean beef and pastas can be found at Piegari. and dinner at a restaurant in the local and international dishes. Alpaca cooked six different
be entertained by the ‘Gauchos’ Homemade spaghetti accompanied centre of Cuzco. ways,or pureed potato with
(cowboys). Relaxed pace by classic and specialty sauces green herbs and fresh Lake
forms mouth watering choices. Titicaca trout.
TIGRE RIVER & DELTA PIEGARI VITELLO INkA GRILL RESTAURANT ITAIPU LOS UROS
Travel to Tigre, a quaint town Piegari Vitello e Dolce offers Located on the Plaza de Armas, Itaipu Restaurant boasts a terrace RESTAURANT
on an island in the middle of the a casual parrilla style with Inka Grill enjoys beautiful views for al fresco dining where you Tonight dine in at your hotel
Parana Delta. Board a vintage an array of palate teasing of the two ancient churches of can overlook the hotel grounds at Los Uros restaurant where
mahogany motorboat and steaks, an Argentine speciality. Cuzco. Admire the view and towards the falls or choose to take you will taste the most delicious
traverse the delta’s web of inter- Complemented by a selection enjoy the live background music a seat inside the restaurant which regional and international dishes.
connecting rivers and streams. of fish and chicken and mouth as you sample mouth watering serves a blend of Brazilian and
Relaxed pace watering desserts. nouveau Andean cuisine. international cuisine.
GARDENS TOUR
Take a private tour of some of
the beautiful gardens of Palermo
Woods area; dependent on the
day, may include the Rose Garden,
Japanese Garden and the Botanical
Gardens. Moderate pace
SAN TELMO
ANTIqUES MARkET
Visit the quirky San Telmo district
where the plaza is transformed
into a local market with a festive
atmosphere and live Tango
dancing abounds. Moderate pace
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Choose what you want to do at no extra cost..
Rio Rio Dining Santiago Dining Santiago
Simply
WALkING TOUR OF SAMBA BAR & LA COPA FELIZ VALPARAISO AND
select
OLD RIO
Enjoy a private walking tour
of the narrow streets and old
RESTAURANT
Sample Rio’s nightlife as a local
“carioca”. Enjoy a typical Brazilian
RESTAURANT
Your dining experience tonight
is set on 600m2 of countryside
VINA DEL MAR
Journey today to the important port
of Valparaiso and ride the funiculars
what you
historical buildings of downtown
Rio. Your guide will share the
legends and stories of this area.
dinner with live music at a
traditional Samba Bar with space
to dance in between courses and
landscape in the middle of the
city and the cuisine - the best
selections of Chilean dishes.
that made this picturesque city
famous. Visit the seaside resort of
Viña del Mar before returning to
want to
Moderate Pace to dance away your dessert. Santiago. Moderate Pace
do and
we’ll take
TIjUCA FOREST & RESTAURANT COMO AGUA PARA LOCAL HANDICRAFT
care of
GARDENS BY jEEP
Travel in an open jeep to the
Tijuca forest, the largest urban
ATLANTIS
Dine tonight at the elegant
Restaurante Atlantis, located on
CHOCOLATE
Dine tonight at a magical place
featuring a pink bell tower
MARkETS
Visit Los Dominicos Artisan Village.
Explore the small handicraft stores
the rest
rainforest in the world. Tour the the first floor. The Restaurant at the front and an interior and learn about the artisans
forest and stop at the key sights, features a sumptuous buffet water fountain. The restaurant lifestyle and livelihood. Afterwards
then continue to the Botanical with a beautiful balcony area to is renowned for its excellent enjoy free time at the Parque
Gardens. Moderate Pace enjoy the views of Copacabana cuisine, a fusion of American and Arauco Mall. Relaxed pace
by night. Chilean styles.
Day 1 Lima, Peru Day 4 Sacred Valley – first class rail journey to Puno. Exquisitely
Welcome to Peru. On arrival into Lima you will Machu Picchu decorated in the manner of the great Pullman
be met and transferred to your hotel. Tonight This morning journey to Machu Picchu onboard trains of the 1920’s, the Andean Explorer
meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for the Vistadome Valley train. A highlight is your boasts a full fleet of refurbished coaches. The
a welcome drink and tour briefing. full day visit to the ancient Inca site of Machu open-air Observation Car provides the
SCENICENRICH Enjoy a welcome dinner Picchu. Your expert local guide will share the opportunity to take photographs of the
at the beautiful La Rosa Nautica restaurant, mysteries of this fabulous “lost city of the Incas” magnificent scenery. On arrival in Puno transfer
situated on the Pacific Ocean coastline of before lunch at Sanctuary Lodge. The afternoon to your hotel located on an island in Lake
Lima. Overnight Stay: Casa Andina Private is at leisure to explore the ruins at your own Titicaca. Two Night Stay: Libertador Lake
Collection. Meals: HD pace. Overnight Stay: Sumaq Machu Picchu Titicaca. Meals: FB,L
Hotel. Meals: FB,L,D
Day 2 Lima – Sacred Valley Day 8 Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca is one of the highest navigable
Fly to Cuzco and travel to the breathtaking Day 5 Machu Picchu – Cuzco
Sacred Valley of the Incas. lakes in the world and the largest lake on the
You have the morning to explore the area at
SCENICENRICH Visit Hacienda continent of South America. Today enjoy an
leisure. You may choose to return to Machu
Huayocarri set in a spectacular location Picchu with your local guide and climb to the Inti excursion to the unusual floating islands of Uros.
overlooking the valley. The owners have a Rami (Sun Gate) to capture the view, or explore Made of the totora reeds, the islands were
history spanning over three centuries. Enjoy a the quaint town of Aguas Calientes and its constructed as a defensive measure to enable
typical Andean lunch, prepared from the markets. This afternoon travel to Cuzco, enjoying them to be moved should a threat arise. Your
Hacienda’s own produce. afternoon tea onboard the Vistadome train. guide will show you the lifestyle of the Uros
SCENICENRICH Afterwards the women Enjoy the spectacular views from the carriages communities including a visit to a school on one
of Chinchero Village visit for a private with glass ceilings. Two Night Stay: Libertador of the islands. Tonight enjoy your
demonstration of the weaving techniques used Palacio Del Inka. Meals: FB SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose
in the Andean highlands for centuries. from: (1) venture into town and sample local
Two Night Stay: Tambo del Inka Luxury Day 6 Cuzco cuisine; or (2) Los Uros Restaurant.
Collection, Urubumba. Meals: FB,HL The charming city of Cuzco is a World Heritage Meals: FB,HD
listed site that was a former capital of the Incas.
Day 3 Sacred Valley Explore the city this morning and marvel at the Day 9 Puno – Lima
This morning your local guide with take you on a mix of Incan, Spanish and modern architecture This morning fly to Lima. SCENICENRICH
walking tour of the town of Ollantaytambo, the and visit the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuaman. Visit the Larco Herrera Museum, a private
oldest continuously occupied settlement in the Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore at your museum, with one of the greatest ceramic
Americas. Your tour includes a visit to the own pace. Tonight enjoy your collections in the world. Afterwards tour the
imposing Incan fortress overlooking the town. SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose city, a former capital of the Conquistadors,
SCENICENRICH Visit the community from: (1) Local Restaurant and Folklore Show; or including the Plaza Mayor and the Cathedral.
supported by Scenic Tours. Meet the students (2) Inka Grill; or (3) Inti Raymi Restaurant.
SCENICENRICH Tonight dine at Huaca
and teachers at the local school and learn Meals: FB,HD Pucllana Restaurant set beside a 1,500 year
about their lifestyle. This afternoon continue to old Incan pyramid. The floodlit pyramid
the colourful Indian craft markets at Pisac before Day 7 Cuzco – Puno provides a spectacular backdrop for your
returning to the hotel. Tonight enjoy dinner in SCENICENRICH Board the Orient- dinner. Overnight Stay: Casa Andina Private
the hotel. Meals: FB,D Express Andean Explorer this morning for your Collection. Meals: FB,HD
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PERU
1 Machu Picchu
2 Sacred Valley
Lima 1 1 2 Cuzco
2 Puno
Lake Titicaca
BRAZIL
3 Rio de
2 Janeiro
Iguazu
Falls
ARGENTINA
3 Buenos Aires
Santiago 3 1 NIGHTS
LAND CONTENT
RAIL CONTENT
CHILE FLIGHT CONTENT
Day 10 Lima – Santiago, Chile the Old Town. SCENICENRICH This Day 16 Rio de Janeiro –
Day 12 Santiago
Please turn overleaf for continued itinerary
Today is a SCENICFREECHOICE day,
choose from: (1) travel to Casablanca Valley to
sample fine Chilean wines; or (2) travel to the
seaside town of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar; or
(3) visit the local handicraft markets; or (4) visit
the Andes. Meals: FB
See the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come close to the Day 19 Buenos Aires Day 20 Buenos Aires
ICONS OF SOUTH AMERICA
base of the ‘Three Musketeers’. The afternoon This morning tour this beautiful city famed as Today is a SCENICFREECHOICE day,
is at leisure to relax and enjoy this pristine the “Paris of the Americas”. See the colourful choose from: (1) Fiesta Gaucha; or (2) Tigre
wilderness. Meals: FB,D districts of La Boca and San Telmo. Visit Recoleta River and Delta; or (3) Museums Tour; or
(4) Gardens Tour; or (5) San Telmo Antiques
Cemetery, the resting place of Eva Peron and
Day 18 Iguazu Falls – market. SCENICENRICH Tonight enjoy
the nation’s leaders.SCENICENRICH Visit
Buenos Aires, Argentina your Farewell Dinner and spectacular Tango
This morning cross the border and tour the one of the cities’ famous old cafés and learn Show. Meals: FB,HD
Argentinean Falls. Board the ecological train and to dance the Tango. Tonight enjoy your
ride to the ‘Devil’s Throat’ viewpoint. The view SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose Day 21 Buenos Aires –
from: (1) Piegari Vitello - a true Argentinean Journey Home
from the top of the falls is spectacular. This
Your tour ends after breakfast. Meals: FB
afternoon fly to Buenos Aires and transfer to steakhouse; or (2) Piegari Italian Restaurant –
your hotel in the elegant Recoleta area. Three one of the city’s best; or (3) the elegant Le Sud
Night Stay: Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB Restaurant inside the hotel. Meals: FB,HD
Parade starts months Days 15- 16 Rio de Janeiro Tours. Flights may change and are subject to additional fare surcharges
and taxes. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to change without notice.
in advance, as each Days 17-18 Iguazu Falls Tour Itinerary and pricing valid from 01 December 2010 –
30 November 2011. Tour Maps: any maps or other route depictions
samba school mobilises thousands
of supporters who will create the
Days 19-22 Buenos Aires are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon,
please refer to terms and conditions clause 33. For full terms and
conditions please refer pages 66-67.
various parts of the school’s display. Day 23 Buenos Aires
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Uros Islands boat and hut, Lake Titicaca
centre of Cuzco and a member of Starwood Air taxes & charges approx $330
n Scenic FreeChoice inclusions in Santiago, Luxury Collection Deposit
Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $1,000
n At Sofitel Rio de Janeiro on Copacabana
Additions
n Scenic FreeChoice dining in Cuzco, Lake Beach, Scenic Tours guests enjoy fabulous Business Class Upgrade Santiago/Rio de Janeiro -
Titicaca (Puno), Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, views of the beach from their room Price on application (strictly limited availability)
Iguazu Falls and Buenos Aires n Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express is Conditions
Prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Fully inclusive of all
uniquely located within the Brazilian Iguazu sightseeing, entrance fees, tipping and gratuities, meals, accommodation
SCENICHIGHLIGHTS Falls National Park, two minutes walk from
and flights as specified. Flights within South America must be booked by
Scenic Tours. Flights may change and are subject to additional fare
surcharges and taxes. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to change without
n Expert local guides in all destinations the Falls notice. Tour Itinerary and pricing valid from 01 December 2010 –
30 November 2011. Tour Maps: any maps or other route depictions are
n Visit the Andean villages of Ollantaytambo n Sofitel Buenos Aires is an elegant hotel in intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon, please
refer to terms and conditions clause 33. For full terms and conditions
and Pisac the heart of the upmarket Recoleta area please refer pages 66-67.
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Peruvian women, children and llamas
Antarctic Adventure
Day 1 Lima, Peru Day 4 Sacred Valley – magnificent scenery. On arrival in Puno
Welcome to Peru. On arrival into Lima you will Machu Picchu transfer to your hotel located on an island in
be met and transferred to your hotel. Tonight This morning journey to Machu Picchu onboard Lake Titicaca. Two Night Stay: Libertador Lake
meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for the Vistadome Valley train. A highlight is your Titicaca. Meals: FB,L
a welcome drink and tour briefing. full day visit to the ancient Inca site of Machu
Day 8 Lake Titicaca
SCENICENRICH Enjoy a welcome dinner Picchu. Your expert local guide will share the
Lake Titicaca is one of the highest navigable
at the beautiful La Rosa Nautica restaurant. mysteries of this fabulous “lost city of the Incas”
lakes in the world. Today enjoy an excursion to
Overnight Stay: Casa Andina Private Collection. before lunch at Sanctuary Lodge. The afternoon
is at leisure to explore the ruins at your own the unusual floating islands of Uros. Made of
Meals: HD
pace. Overnight Stay: Sumaq Machu Picchu the totora reeds, the islands were constructed
Day 2 Lima – Sacred Valley Hotel. Meals: FB,L,D as a defensive measure to enable them to be
Fly to Cuzco and travel to the breathtaking moved should a threat arise. Your guide will
Sacred Valley of the Incas. SCENICENRICH Day 5 Machu Picchu – Cuzco show you the lifestyle of the Uros communities
Visit Hacienda Huayocarri set in a spectacular You have the morning to explore the area at including a visit to a school on one of the
location overlooking the valley. The owners leisure. This afternoon travel to Cuzco, enjoying islands. Tonight enjoy your
have a history spanning over three centuries. afternoon tea onboard the Vistadome train. SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose
Enjoy a typical Andean lunch, prepared from Enjoy the spectacular views from the carriages from: (1) Sample local cuisine; or (2) Los Uros
the Hacienda’s own produce. with glass ceilings. Two Night Stay: Libertador Restaurant. Meals: FB,HD
SCENICENRICH Afterwards the women Palacio Del Inka. Meals: FB
of Chinchero Village visit for a private Day 9 Puno – Lima
Day 6 Cuzco This morning fly to Lima. SCENICENRICH
demonstration of the weaving techniques The charming city of Cuzco is a World Heritage
used in the Andean highlands for centuries. Visit the Larco Herrera Museum, a private
listed site that was a former capital of the Incas.
Two Night Stay: Tambo del Inka Luxury museum, with one of the greatest ceramic
Explore the city this morning and marvel at the
Collection, Urubumba. Meals: FB,HL collections in the world. Afterwards tour the
mix of Incan, Spanish and modern architecture
city, including the Plaza Mayor and the
and visit the imposing fortress of
Day 3 Sacred Valley Cathedral. SCENICENRICH Tonight dine
Sacsayhuaman. Tonight enjoy your
This morning your local guide with take you on at Huaca Pucllana Restaurant set beside a
SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose
a walking tour of the town of Ollantaytambo, 1,500 year old Incan pyramid. The floodlit
from: (1) Local Restaurant and Folklore Show;
the oldest continuously occupied settlement in pyramid provides a spectacular backdrop for
or (2) Inka Grill; or (3) Inti Raymi Restaurant.
the Americas, including a visit to the imposing your dinner. Overnight Stay: Casa Andina
Meals: FB,HD
Incan fortress overlooking the town. Private Collection. Meals: FB,HD
SCENICENRICH Visit the community Day 7 Cuzco – Puno
supported by Scenic Tours. Meet the students SCENICENRICH Board the Orient- Day 10 Lima – Santiago, Chile
and teachers at the local school and learn Express Andean Explorer this morning for Fly to Santiago, Chile. On arrival transfer to
about their lifestyle. This afternoon continue to your first class rail journey to Puno. The your hotel located in the elegant Él Golf area of
the colourful Indian craft markets at Pisac. open-air Observation Car provides the the city. Three Night Stay: InterContinental
Tonight enjoy dinner in the hotel. Meals: FB,D opportunity to take photographs of the Hotel. Meals: FB
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1 Machu Picchu
2 Sacred Valley
PERU
Lima 1 1 2 Cuzco
2 Puno
Lake Titicaca BRAZIL
3 Rio de Janeiro
2 Iguazu
ARGENTINA
Falls
Santiago 3 1 3 Buenos Aires
CHILE
Day 11 Santiago Day 15 Rio de Janeiro Iguazu town. Two Night Stay: Das Cataratas
Day 19 Buenos Aires Day 21 Buenos Aires – Ushuaia narrowest point. Visit Pleneau Island and Port
SOUTH AMERICA & ANTARCTIC ADVENTURE
This morning tour this beautiful city and see the Transfer to the airport and fly to Ushuaia. On Lockroy, a natural harbour on the Antarctic
colourful districts of La Boca and San Telmo. arrival enjoy a tour of this remote town before Peninsula of the British Antarctic Territory. Half
Visit Recoleta Cemetery, the resting place of transferring to your luxurious cruise ship the island is open to tourists, while the other
Eva Peron and the nation’s leaders. Le Boréal. Settle in and enjoy the atmosphere half is reserved for penguins. The South
SCENICENRICH Visit one of the cities’ before the evening departure. Sailing east Shetland Islands are a haven for wildlife. Vast
famous old cafés and learn to dance the penguin rookeries, beaches ruled by Antarctic
through the Beagle Channel, enjoy dramatic
Tango. Tonight enjoy your fur seals and southern elephant seals make
views of the mountains of Tierra del Fuego.
SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose every day spent in this amazing island group
Ten Night Cruise: Le Boréal, Outside Deluxe
from: (1) a true Argentinean steakhouse; or unforgettable. Sail through a narrow passage
Stateroom. Meals: FB,L,D
(2) one of the city’s best Italian restaurants; or into the flooded caldera of Deception Island.
(3) the elegant Le Sud Restaurant. Days 22-23 Drake Passage This was a favourite refuge area from the
Meals: FB,HD storms and icebergs of Antarctica and is famous
Enter the wildlife-rich waters of the Drake
Passage. Your expedition leaders will introduce for its several colonies of chinstrap penguins.
Day 20 Buenos Aires
Today is a SCENICFREECHOICE day, the various species of birds and marine life that During your passage through the islands you
choose from: (1) Fiesta Gaucha; or (2) Tigre you will encounter on your voyage. Wandering are likely to see weddell, crab eater and leopard
River and Delta; or (3) Museums Tour; or albatrosses, shearwaters, cape petrels, and seals as well as minke, killer (orca) and
(4) Gardens Tour; or (5) San Telmo Antiques numerous other seabirds will escort you. The humpback whales at close range. Sail the
market. SCENICENRICH Tonight enjoy first sightings of icebergs and snow-capped Weddell Sea, contained within the two
your Highlight Dinner and spectacular Tango mountains indicate that you have reached the overlapping claims of Argentine Antarctica and
Show. Meals: FB,HD South Shetland Islands. Meals: FB,L,D British Antarctic Territory. Much of the southern
part of the sea is permanent ice and you will
Days 24-28 Antarctic Peninsula see icebergs as you sail through. See Brown
Antarctica is the fifth largest continent and 99% Bluff, an extinct volcano located at the northern
covered with perpetual ice. It is one of the most tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. Meals: FB,L,D
remote and inaccessible areas in the world. The
schedule is flexible in order to take advantage Days 29-30 Drake Passage
of the unexpected. During the cruise, wet Leave Antarctica and head north across the
landings will take place with sturdy inflatable Drake Passage. Join lecturers and naturalists on
zodiacs, accompanied by naturalist guides to deck as you search for seabirds and whales.
give you a richer experience of the treasures of Meals: FB,L,D
the Antarctic Peninsula. Certain zodiac
Day 31 Ushuaia – Buenos Aires
excursions will not allow for landings. Landings
Disembark this morning and transfer to the
will depend on meteorological conditions, the
airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. On
position of the ice and winds, and the state of
arrival transfer to the hotel. This evening enjoy
the sea. During the visit to this remote area the
our farewell dinner in the hotel. Overnight Stay:
itinerary includes opportunities to navigate
Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB,D
some of the most beautiful waterways: the
Gerlache Strait, and the Lemaire Channel, one Day 32 Buenos Aires –
of the top destinations in Antarctica; steep cliffs Journey Home
hem in the iceberg-filled passage, which is Your tour ends this morning after breakfast.
Beagle Channel and Tierra del Fuego 11 kms long and just 1,600 metres wide at its Meals: FB
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Tango Show
3 Rio de
Janeiro
2 Iguazu
CHILE Falls
1 NIGHTS ARGENTINA
LAND CONTENT
RAIL CONTENT
Santiago 3 3 Buenos Aires
CRUISE CONTENT
FLIGHT CONTENT
variety of wildlife, including terns, black collared demonstration of the weaving techniques afternoon is at leisure to explore the ruins at
Day 12 Lima
Today is a free day to relax and explore the city
of Lima. SCENICENRICH Tonight dine at
the beautiful La Rosa Nautica restaurant.
Meals: FB,HD
Day 18 Cuzco – Puno or (2) La Copa Feliz; or (3) Como Agua para Day 28 Iguazu Falls
SOUTH AMERICAN ADVENTURE & GALAPAGOS & AMAZON CRUISING
SCENICENRICH Board the Orient- Chocolate. Meals: FB,HD SCENICENRICH This morning your
Express Andean Explorer this morning for exciting adventure will take you through the
Day 23 Santiago
your first class rail journey to Puno. The Today is a SCENICFREECHOICE day, rainforest and onto the water for a thrill you
open-air observation car provides the choose from: (1) Casablanca Valley; or won’t forget. Travel up the river to the Falls.
opportunity to take photographs of the (2) Valparaiso and Vina del Mar; or See the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come close to
magnificent scenery. Two Night Stay: (3) handicraft markets; or (4) visit the Andes. the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’.
Libertador Lake Titicaca. Meals: FB,L Meals: FB Meals: FB,D
Tour Prices
backdrop a 1,500 year old Incan pyramid n 62 superb meals including 31 Day Land Only 2010
n Private tour of a Pre-Columbian Museum 31 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), Land Tour Only $19,300
Single Supplement $7,325
n Visit the Sambadrome Cultural Centre and 1 Highlight Lunch (HL), 10 Lunches (L), ✝
2010 departures - itinerary varies. Please enquire for details.
see the inside story of Carnivale 10 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 10 Dinners (D) Package includes the following flights within South America in economy
class: Quito/Baltra; Baltra/Lima; Lima/Iquitos/Lima; Lima/Cuzco;
n Jet boat ride up close to mighty Iguazu Falls Juliaca/Lima; Lima/Santiago; Santiago/Rio de Janeiro; Rio de Janeiro/
Iguazu Falls; Iguazu Falls/Buenos Aires. Flights within South America
n Learn to dance the Argentinean Tango SCENICSPECIALSTAYS and Air Taxes are subject to change.
◆
Taxes and charges (included in above prices)
n Spectacular Tango Show and farewell dinner n The new Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection in Airport taxes & charges approx $635
the Sacred Valley Galapagos Taxes and fuel surcharge approx $265
SCENICFREECHOICE n Luxurious Sumaq Hotel, a short distance Deposit
Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $2,000
n Scenic FreeChoice inclusions in Santiago, from the famous Machu Picchu Inca Ruins Additions (strictly limited availability)
Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires n Libertador Palacio Del Inka in the historical Upgrade to Balcony Suite MV Galapagos Legend –
Price on application (strictly limited availability)
n Scenic FreeChoice dining in Cuzco, Lake centre of Cuzco and a member of Starwood Upgrade to Master Suite MV Aqua $250
Business Class Upgrade Santiago/Rio de Janeiro –
Titicaca (Puno), Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, Luxury Collection Price on application (strictly limited availability)
Iguazu Falls and Buenos Aires n At the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro on Copacabana Conditions
Prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Fully inclusive of all sightseeing,
Beach, Scenic Tours guests enjoy fabulous entrance fees, tipping and gratuities on land portion of the tour only, meals,
SCENICHIGHLIGHTS views of the beach from their room
accommodation, Junior Suite on Galapagos Legend, deluxe cabin on exclusive
charter of MV Aria and flights as specified. Onboard gratuities are not included
for any tour. Flights within South America must be booked by Scenic Tours.
n Expert local guides in all destinations n Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express is Flights may change and are subject to additional fare surcharges and taxes.
▼
Exclusive MV Aria Charter guaranteed for all departures that reach maximum
n Tour the UNESCO World Heritage listed Quito uniquely located within the Brazilian Iguazu capacity. If maximum capacity is not reached, Scenic Tours reserves the right to
release the charter and allow the operator to sell the remaining cabins to the
n Stand in the north and south hemispheres at Falls National Park, two minutes walk from general public. ▲Oceanview Junior suite cabin onboard MV Galapagos Legend
subject to availability, until sold out. Single Supplements are restricted to a
the same time at the Equator monument the Falls maximum of 3 cabins per departure. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to change
without notice. Tour Itinerary and pricing valid from 01 December 2010 –
30 November 2011. Tour Maps: any maps or other route depictions are
n Oceanview Junior Suite cabins onboard MV n Sofitel Buenos Aires is an elegant hotel in the intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon, please refer to
terms and conditions clause 33. For full terms and conditions please refer
Galapagos Legend for the 3 night cruise▲ heart of the upmarket Recoleta area pages 66-67.
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Galapagos Land Iguana
3 Rio de
Janeiro
2 Iguazu
CHILE Falls
1 NIGHTS
LAND CONTENT ARGENTINA
RAIL CONTENT
CRUISE CONTENT Santiago 3 3 Buenos Aires
FLIGHT CONTENT
Day 10 Lima – Sacred Valley spectacular views from the carriages with glass your first class rail journey to Puno. The
Day 17 Puno – Lima Copacabana Beach and delight in a local won’t forget. Travel up the river to the Falls.
GALAPAGOS CRUISE & ICONS OF SOUTH AMERICA
This morning fly to Lima. SCENICENRICH speciality, a glass of ‘caipirinha’ on arrival. See the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come close to
Visit the Larco Herrera Museum, a private Three Night Stay: Sofitel Hotel – Oceanview the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’. The
museum, with one of the greatest ceramic Rooms. Meals: FB afternoon is at leisure to relax and enjoy this
collections in the world. Afterwards tour the pristine wilderness. Meals: FB,D
Day 22 Rio de Janeiro
city, including the Plaza Mayor and the
Today tour this vibrant city. Visit Corcovado
Cathedral. SCENICENRICH Tonight dine Day 26 Iguazu Falls –
Mountain and see the famous ‘Christ’ statue.
at Huaca Pucllana Restaurant, with its unique Buenos Aires, Argentina
Lunch today is at a delightful local restaurant in
backdrop – a floodlit view of a 1,500 year This morning cross the border and tour the
the Old Town. SCENICENRICH This
old Incan pyramid. Overnight Stay: Casa Argentinean Falls. Board the ecological train
afternoon visit the Sambadrome, home of the
Andina Private Collection. Meals: FB,HD and ride to the ‘Devil’s Throat’ viewpoint. This
famous Carnivale Parade. Tour the Cultural
Day 18 Lima – Santiago, Chile Centre and try on some of the colourful afternoon fly to Buenos Aires and transfer to
After breakfast fly to Santiago, Chile. On arrival costumes from the Parade. Then enjoy the your hotel in the elegant Recoleta area. Three
transfer to your hotel located in the elegant Él views as you ride the cable car to the top of Night Stay: Sofitel Buenos Aires. Meals: FB
Golf area of downtown Santiago. Three Night Sugar Loaf Mountain. Meals: FB,L
Stay: InterContinental Hotel. Meals: FB
Day 27 Buenos Aires
Day 23 Rio de Janeiro This morning your tour includes the colourful
Day 19 Santiago Today is a SCENICFREECHOICE day, districts of La Boca and San Telmo. Visit
Today your city tour includes Plaza de Armas, choose from: (1) Petropolis Tour; or (2) Walking
Recoleta Cemetery, the resting place of Eva
Moneda’s Palace and the Cerro San Cristobal Tour of Old Rio; or (3) Jeep Tour of Tijuca
Peron and the nation’s leaders.
for magnificent views over the city. Forest and the Botanical Gardens; or (4) Tour
SCENICENRICH Visit one of the cities’
SCENICENRICH Enter the fascinating the Favela’s (Shanty Town). Tonight enjoy your
famous old cafés and learn to dance the
Pre-Columbian Museum where your private SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose
Tango. Tonight enjoy your
guide will explain the significance of the from: (1) Brazilian Churrascaria; or
museum and its pieces. Tonight enjoy your (2) live Samba Music and typical Brazilian fare; SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose
SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose or (3) Restaurant Atlantis. Meals: FB,HD from: (1) a true Argentinean steakhouse; or
from: (1) savour Chilean Pacific Rim Cuisine at (2) one of the city’s best Italian Restaurants; or
the delightful Akarana Restaurant; or (2)
Day 24 Rio de Janeiro – (3) the elegant Le Sud Restaurant.
sample typical Chilean cuisine at La Copa Feliz; Iguazu Falls Meals: FB,HD
or (3) taste Chilean fusion cuisine at the Como This morning fly to the World Heritage
Agua para Chocolate. Meals: FB,HD Iguazu Falls for a relaxing two night stay inside Day 28 Buenos Aires
the Brazilian National Park. This afternoon Today is a SCENICFREECHOICE day,
Day 20 Santiago your guide will show you the majesty of the
choose from: (1) Fiesta Gaucha; or (2) Tigre
Today is a SCENICFREECHOICE day, Brazilian Falls. Tonight enjoy your
River and Delta; or (3) Museums Tour; or (4)
choose from: (1) travel to Casablanca Valley to SCENICFREECHOICE dinner, choose
Gardens Tour; or (5) San Telmo Antiques
sample fine Chilean wines; or (2) travel to the from: (1) Ipe Grill; or (2) Restaurant Itaipu; or
market. SCENICENRICH Tonight enjoy
seaside town of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar; or (3) local grillhouse in Iguazu town. Two Night
(3) visit the local handicraft markets; or (4) visit Stay: Das Cataratas Hotel. Meals: FB,HD your Farewell Dinner and spectacular Tango
the Andes. Meals: FB Show. Meals: FB,HD
Day 25 Iguazu Falls
Day 21 Santiago – Rio de Janeiro SCENICENRICH This morning your Day 29 Buenos Aires –
This morning take an early morning flight to Rio exciting adventure will take you through the Journey Home
de Janeiro. Transfer to your hotel located on rainforest and onto the water for a thrill you Your tour ends after breakfast. Meals: FB
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Orient-Express Andean Explorer rail journey through the Andes
Conditions
Beach. Scenic Tours guests enjoy fabulous
SCENICHIGHLIGHTS Prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Fully inclusive of all
sightseeing, entrance fees, tipping and gratuities on land portion of the
views of the beach from their room tour only#, meals, accommodation, Junior Suite on Galapagos Legend
n Expert local guides in all destinations n Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express is
and flights as specified. Onboard gratuities are not included for any tour.
Flights within South America must be booked by Scenic Tours. Flights
may change and are subject to additional fare surcharges and taxes.
n Tour the UNESCO World Heritage listed Quito uniquely located within the Brazilian Iguazu Galapagos taxes and fuel surcharge are subject to change. ▲Oceanview
Junior suite cabin onboard MV Galapagos Legend subject to availability,
n Stand in the north and south hemispheres at Falls National Park, two minutes walk from until sold out. Single Supplements are restricted to a maximum of 3
cabins per departure. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to change without
the same time at the Equator monument the Falls notice. Tour Itinerary and pricing valid from 01 December 2010 –
30 November 2011. Tour Maps: any maps or other route depictions are
n Oceanview Junior Suite cabins onboard MV n Sofitel Buenos Aires is an elegant hotel in intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon, please
refer to terms and conditions clause 33. For full terms and conditions
Galapagos Legend for the 4 night cruise▲ the heart of the upmarket Recoleta area please refer pages 66-67.
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King Penguins, Falkland Islands
Santiago 2
Buenos
Puerto Montt Aires
ARGENTINA
Chilean
Fjords
17 Cruise
Falkland Islands
Punta Arenas Ushuaia
Beagle Channel
Cape Horn
1 NIGHTS
LAND CONTENT
RAIL CONTENT Antarctic Peninsula
CRUISE CONTENT ANTARCTICA
FLIGHT CONTENT
region. January is the height of the austral Day 23 La Serena (Coquimbo), museum and its pieces. Tonight enjoy your
Day 22 At Sea
Relax onboard as you cruise north.
Meals: FB,L,D Machu Picchu, UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Iguazu Falls jet boat ride
and teachers at the local school and learn your first class rail journey to Puno.
SPECTACULAR SOUTH AMERICA WITH ANTARCTIC SCENIC CRUISING
n Journey onboard the Orient-Express Andean 37 Day Tour TOUR CODE SATA
SCENICDINING
Explorer through the breathtaking Andes Buenos Aires to Lima
n Visit Larco Herrera Museum n 78 superb meals including Tour Prices
n Dine at Huaca Puccllana Restaurant with the 33 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), 37 Day Land Only 2010
backdrop a 1,500 year old Incan pyramid 1 Highlight Lunch (HL), 14 Lunches (L), Land Tour Only $15,645
8 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 22 Dinners (D) Single Supplement $7,215
SCENICFREECHOICE Package includes the following flights within South America in economy
n See the famous ‘Christ the Redeemer’ statue Beach, Scenic Tours guests enjoy fabulous tour only, meals, accommodation, cruise (E cabin), flights, taxes and port
charges as specified. Onboard gratuities are not included for any tour.
views of the beach from their room
atop Corcovado Mountain Flights within South America must be booked by Scenic Tours. Flights
n Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express is may change and are subject to additional fare surcharges and taxes. Port
n Ride the cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain
uniquely located within the Brazilian Iguazu charges are subject to change. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to change
n Relaxing two night stay at Iguazu Falls Falls National Park, two minutes walk from
without notice. Princess Cruises Shore excursions: refer to useful
information in terms and conditions, pages 66-67. Tour Itinerary and
n See the majesty of the Brazilian and the Falls pricing valid from 01 December 2010 – 30 November 2011. Tour
Maps: any maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication
Argentinean Iguazu Falls n Sofitel Buenos Aires is an elegant hotel in only and should not be relied upon, please refer to terms and conditions
n See the highlights of Buenos Aires the heart of the upmarket Recoleta area clause 33. For full terms and conditions please refer pages 66-67.
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Peruvian children at Sacsayhuaman
BRAZIL
3 Rio de Janeiro
2 Iguazu
Falls
CHILE
URUGUAY
Santiago
3 2 Montevideo
Valparaiso Buenos Aires
ARGENTINA
14 Cruise
1 NIGHTS
LAND CONTENT Chilean
Fjords Falkland Islands
RAIL CONTENT
Ushuaia
CRUISE CONTENT
Punta Arenas
FLIGHT CONTENT Cape Horn
Days 13-14 At Sea elegant Él Golf area of the city. Three Night location overlooking the valley. The owners
Picchu. Your expert local guide will share the Exquisitely decorated in the manner of the
SPECTACULAR SOUTH AMERICA, BUENOS AIRES & IGUAZU FALLS
n Private tour of a Pre-Columbian Museum n Visit the villages of Ollantaytambo and Pisac to change. 2012 dates and itinerary subject to change. Pricing and
itinerary released in 2011.
n Enter the family home of one of the villagers n Visit Chinchero village and see the native ◆
Taxes and charges (included in above prices)
from Chinchero Village and learn about the markets where locals barter for goods
Airport Taxes and Charges $400
age old weaving techniques at a private n Tour the ancient Inca Citadel Machu Picchu Port Charges, Gov’t Taxes & Levies approx $535
demonstration n Journey onboard the Orient-Express Deposit
Vistadome train from Machu Picchu Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $2,000
n Taste delicious Peruvian cuisine with
n Tour Cuzco and the ruins of Sacsayhuaman
spectacular views at Hacienda Huayoccari 33 Day Tour TOUR CODE SAM
n Visit the unusual floating islands of Uros
n Meet the children and teachers at a local Rio de Janeiro to Lima
n Enjoy a tour of Lima, the Peruvian capital
school supported by Scenic Tours 2011
n Journey onboard the Orient-Express Andean SCENICDINING Jan 28
Land Only $15,195
Explorer through the breathtaking Andes n 72 superb meals including Single Supplement $5,880
n Visit Larco Herrera Museum 34 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), Package includes the following flights within South America:
n Dine at Huaca Puccllana Restaurant with the 12 Lunches (L), 6 Highlight Dinners (HD) Rio de Janeiro/Iguazu Falls, Iguaza Falls/Buenos Aires, Santiago/
Cuzco, Juliaca/Lima. Flights within South America and Air Taxes are
backdrop a 1,500 year old Incan pyramid and 20 Dinners (D) subject to change.
◆
Taxes and charges (included in above prices)
SCENICFREECHOICE SCENICSPECIALSTAYS Airport Taxes and Charges $400
n Scenic FreeChoice inclusions in Rio de Janeiro, n The new Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection in Port Charges, Gov’t Taxes & Levies approx $450
Buenos Aires and Santiago the Sacred Valley Deposit
n Luxurious Sumaq Hotel, a short distance Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $2,000
n Scenic FreeChoice dining in Iguazu Falls,
from the famous Machu Picchu Inca Ruins Airfares
Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, Santiago, Cuzco n Libertador Palacio Del Inka in the historical Just add the best airfare of the day – our
and Lake Titicaca (Puno) centre of Cuzco and a member of Starwood reservations team are standing by to secure the
Luxury Collection best available airfare.
SCENICHIGHLIGHTS n At the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro on Copacabana Conditions
Prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Fully inclusive of all sightseeing,
n Expert local guides in all destinations Beach, Scenic Tours guests enjoy fabulous entrance fees, tipping and gratuities on land portion of the tour only, meals,
n See the highlights of Buenos Aires views of the beach from their room accommodation, cruise (E cabin) and flights as specified. Onboard gratuities
are not included for any tour. Flights within South America must be booked by
n Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express is
n Relaxing two night stay at Iguazu Falls Scenic Tours. Flights may change and are subject to additional fare surcharges
uniquely located within the Brazilian Iguazu and taxes. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to change without notice. Princess
n See the majesty of the Brazilian and and Holland America Line Cruises Shore Excursions: Please refer to useful
Falls National Park, two minutes walk from information in the terms and conditions pages 66-67. Tour Itinerary and
Argentinean Iguazu Falls the Falls pricing valid from 01 December 2010 – 30 November 2011. Tour Maps: any
n See the famous ‘Christ the Redeemer’ statue n Sofitel Buenos Aires is an elegant hotel in maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication only and should
not be relied upon, please refer to terms and conditions clause 33. For full
n Ride the cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain the heart of the upmarket Recoleta area terms and conditions please refer pages 66-67.
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View of Botafogo Bay and Sugar Loaf Mountain
BRAZIL
3 Rio de Janeiro
2 Iguazu
Falls
CHILE
URUGUAY
Santiago
2 2 Montevideo
Valparaiso Buenos Aires
ARGENTINA
14 Cruise
1 NIGHTS
LAND CONTENT Chilean
Fjords Falkland Islands
RAIL CONTENT
Ushuaia
CRUISE CONTENT
FLIGHT CONTENT Punta Arenas
Cape Horn
Sacred Valley
museum, with one of the greatest ceramic Days 13-15 At Sea market. (if you would prefer to choose a shore
n Learn about the age old weaving techniques Princess; or 12 Night cruise ms Veendam released in 2011.
n Jet boat ride up close to mighty Iguazu Falls 1 Highlight Lunch (HL), 11 Lunches (L), Tour Prices
9 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 17 Dinners (D) 32 Day Land Only 2011
n Learn to dance the Argentinean Tango
Land Tour Only $14,845
n Spectacular Tango Show and highlight dinner Single Supplement $5,615
SCENICSPECIALSTAYS Package includes the following flights within South America: Lima/
SCENICFREECHOICE n The new Tambo del Inka Luxury Collection in
Cuzco; Juliaca/Lima; Lima/Santiago; Buenos Aires/Iguazu Falls;
Iguazu Falls/Rio de Janeiro. Flights within South America and Air
Taxes are subject to change.
n Scenic FreeChoice inclusions in Rio de Janeiro the Sacred Valley ◆
Taxes and charges (included in above prices)
and Buenos Aires n Luxurious Sumaq Hotel, a short distance Airport Taxes and Charges $400
n Scenic FreeChoice dining in Cuzco, Lake from the famous Machu Picchu Inca Ruins Port Charges, Gov’t Taxes & Levies approx $535
Titicaca (Puno), Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, n Libertador Palacio Del Inka in the historical Deposit
centre of Cuzco and a member of Starwood Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $2,000
Iguazu Falls, and Buenos Aires
Airfares
Luxury Collection Just add the best airfare of the day – our
SCENICHIGHLIGHTS n Sofitel Rio de Janeiro on Copacabana reservations team are standing by to secure the
n Expert local guides in all destinations Beach. Scenic Tours guests enjoy fabulous best available airfare.
Conditions
n Visit the villages of Ollantaytambo and Pisac views of the beach from their room Prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Fully inclusive of all
sightseeing, entrance fees, tipping (land portion), meals,
n Visit Chinchero village and see the native n Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient-Express is accommodation, cruise (E cabin) and flights as specified. Onboard
markets where locals barter for goods uniquely located within the Brazilian Iguazu gratuities are not included for any tour. Flights within South America
must be booked by Scenic Tours. Flights may change and are subject to
n Tour the ancient Inca Citadel Machu Picchu Falls National Park, two minutes walk from additional fare surcharges and taxes. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to
change without notice. Princess Cruises Shore Excursions: Please refer to
n Journey onboard the Orient-Express the Falls useful information in the terms and conditions pages 66-67. Tour Itinerary
and pricing valid from 01 December 2010 – 30 November 2011. Tour
Vistadome train from Machu Picchu n Sofitel Buenos Aires is an elegant hotel in Maps: any maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication
only and should not be relied upon, please refer to terms and conditions
n Tour Cuzco and the ruins of Sacsayhuaman the heart of the upmarket Recoleta area clause 33. For full terms and conditions please refer pages 66-67.
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Connoisseur’s Choice Exclusive South America
BY SCENIC TOURS ®
Connoisseur’s Choice by Scenic Tours is a range of elite touring holidays for a maximum of
30 guests. This small group touring experience gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself
into every aspect of the destinations and get to know your fellow travellers. Our Exclusive South
American journey is a very special event embellished with superior accommodation and top of
the range inclusions.
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Orient-Express Hotel Monasterio, Cuzco 53
Exclusive Experiences
The Orient-Express Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro; Private wine-tasting; Private tour of the Larco Herrera Museum
Our exclusive Connoisseur’s Choice Enrich experiences are your entrée to activities and meals
only available to a select few. Your days will be filled with unique highlights to make your
holiday so much more memorable.
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Andes Mountains 55
Private welcome cocktail party at the Sofitel Buenos Aires; Polo game, Buenos Aires; Orient-Express Miraflores Park Hotel, Ocean View Executive Suite
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the Parana River; or (3) absorb the culture on a to the Falls. See the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come
private Museum and Gallery Tour; or close to the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’. The
(4) take a private tour of the stunning gardens afternoon is at leisure to relax and explore at
of this beautiful city; or (5) take the subway to your own pace.
San Telmo and visit the famous Antique and Flea FreeChoice Dinner Tonight choose from:
markets; or (6) enjoy a full day tour to watch an (1) Ipe Grill – located beside the floodlit pool; or
exciting Polo game. (2) Restaurant Itaipu the hotel signature
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Private Tango Lesson at Café Tortoni
4 3 QUITO AMAZON
4 BASIN
GALAPAGOS
ISLANDS Iquitos
Peru
1 MACHU PICCHU
2 SACRED VALLEY
1 1 1 3 CUZCO
LIMA 2 PUNO Brazil
restaurant; or (3) a local grillhouse in Connoisseur’s Highlight Lake Titicaca
Iguazu town. Board our privately RIO DE
chartered helicopter for JANEIRO
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Highlight Dinner
a birds eye view as you fly 3
4 Day 6 Rio de Janeiro around the statue of Christ, 2 IGUAZU
FALLS
across the Tijuca Forest and along
This morning your guide will show you the
Copacabana Beach before returning
majesty of the Brazilian Falls. Be awed by the
to Sugar Loaf helipad.
views of the world’s largest waterfall with more
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast,
than 275 falls. This afternoon fly to the vibrant 2 SANTIAGO 3 BUENOS
Highlight Lunch
city of Rio de Janeiro. Transfer to your Argentina AIRES
Chile
magnificent hotel, located in the centre of 4 Day 8 Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana Beach and delight in a local FreeChoice Today, choose from:
1 NIGHTS
speciality, a glass of ‘caipirinha’ on arrival. Relax (1) Petropolis Tour; or (2) Enjoy a fascinating LAND CONTENT
RAIL CONTENT
and enjoy the spectacular views over the pool walking tour of Old Rio; or (3) Travel by jeep to CRUISE CONTENT
FLIGHT CONTENT
and beach from your room. Tijuca Forest and visit the Botanical Gardens; or
(4) Visit the Favelas (shanty towns) and tour one
Three Night Stay: Orient-Express Copacabana
of these unique communities in Rio.
Palace – Superior Poolview Room.
FreeChoice Dinner Tonight choose from:
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast (1) dine at Marius Carnes, a unique Brazilian
Churrascaria; or (2) enjoy a typical Brazilian
4 Day 10 Lima – Amazon Cruise
4 Day 7 Corcovado – Sugar Loaf
dinner with live music at a traditional Samba Bar;
Enjoy the morning at leisure.
Enjoy a full day discovering the highlights of the or (3) dine in the poolside Pergula Restaurant Connoisseur’s Highlight Visit the Larco
city. Visit Corcovado Mountain and see the for an al fresco dinner. Herrera Museum, a private museum, with
famous ‘Christ’ Statue. Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Highlight Dinner one of the greatest ceramic collections in the
Connoisseur’s Highlight Lunch today is at world. Join the chief Curator, Ulla Holmquist,
the delightful Confeitaria Colombo in the Old 4 Day 9 Rio de Janeiro – Lima for a private tour of the museum.
Early morning fly to Lima, the capital of Peru. Transfer to the airport and fly to Iquitos in the
Town. The Belle Époque tearoom opened its
On arrival transfer to your stylish hotel located heart of the Peruvian Amazon basin. Travel
doors in 1894 and preserves the elegance of
on the Malecon de la Reserva in the exclusive to the port of Nauta and board your exclusive
a bygone era.
residential area of Miraflores. Relax and enjoy charter▼ of the luxury MV Aria . Settle into your
This afternoon visit the Sambadrome, home of the afternoon at leisure watching the Pacific luxurious suite onboard. Over the next four
the famous Carnivale Parade. Tour the Cultural Ocean from your suite. days, you will sail along several tributaries of the
Centre and try on some of the colourful Connoisseur’s Highlight This evening dine at Amazon, as well as on the mighty river itself.
costumes from the Parade. Then enjoy the the Observatory Restaurant with magnificent You are embarking on a spectacular adventure,
spectacular view as you ride the cable car to the views over the Pacific Ocean. to a place visited by only a few travellers.
top of Sugar Loaf Mountain. World renowned for Overnight Stay: Orient-Express Miraflores Four Night Cruise: MV Aria, Deluxe Suite
its natural beauty, the city of Rio de Janeiro is Park Hotel – Ocean View Executive Suite. Cabin.
the perfect place for sightseeing by helicopter. Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Dinner Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Aqlla Spa; Llama at Machu Picchu; Weaving demonstration
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care for endangered Amazon manatees that
wealth, the reserve is home to species in danger
conservation authorities have rescued from local
of extinction like the giant otter, the manatee
people and fishermen. Transfer to the airport
and the pink dolphin of the Amazon. See the
and fly to Lima.
late afternoon activity of the rainforest animals,
Overnight Stay: Orient-Express Miraflores
including fluffy monk saki monkeys, capuchin
Park Hotel – Ocean View Executive Suite.
monkeys, and the easy-to-spot howler monkeys.
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Lunch
When night falls, the special spotlight torches
are turned on to locate night creatures, including 4 Day 15 Lima – Sacred Valley
the caimans. This morning fly from Lima to Cuzco and travel
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the town
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Orient-Express Hotel Monasterio
4 3 QUITO AMAZON
4 BASIN
GALAPAGOS
ISLANDS Iquitos
Peru
1 MACHU PICCHU
2 SACRED VALLEY
1 1 1 3 CUZCO
LIMA 2 PUNO Brazil
of Ollantaytambo, the oldest continuously is at leisure to explore the Lake Titicaca
occupied settlement in the Americas. Your local ruins at your own pace. RIO DE
guide will take you on a walking tour of the Overnight Stay: Sumaq JANEIRO
3
town, including the imposing fortress Machu Picchu Hotel. Meals:
2 IGUAZU
overlooking the town. Continue to your stunning Full Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, FALLS
spa resort set in an exquisitely restored 18th Dinner
century Hacienda.
4 Day 18 Machu Picchu –
Two Night Stay: Aranwa Sacred Valley – Cuzco
Deluxe Room. 2 SANTIAGO 3 BUENOS
You have the morning to explore. Argentina AIRES
Chile
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Dinner FreeChoice Today, choose from:
(1) return to Machu Picchu with your local
4 Day 16 Sacred Valley
guide; or (2) relax in the Steam Sauna in the 1 NIGHTS
LAND CONTENT
Visit the town of Chinchero which lies on the Aqlla Spa. RAIL CONTENT
CRUISE CONTENT
foundation of an important Inca site built in the This afternoon travel to Cuzco, enjoying
FLIGHT CONTENT
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Transfer to the airport this morning and fly Fly to the Galapagos Islands. On arrival at Baltra
to Quito, the capital of Ecuador. Transfer to Island transfer to your cruise ship, the MV
your hotel located in the centre of the city. Galapagos Legend, and settle into your Junior
FreeChoice Dinner Tonight choose from: Suite. Meet your expert Naturalist guide at a
(1) casual dining in Café Colon; or (2) gourmet welcome briefing and take a light lunch whilst
meditteranean dining at Portofino. you cruise to Bartoleme Island. Your first
Three Night Stay: Hilton Colon Hotel – excursion is a dry landing and you will see
Club Room. volcanic formations like lava bombs and cinder
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Highlight Dinner cones. After a moderate walk to the summit you
(Clients on the 24 day tour – tour ends after can enjoy a great view of the surrounding
breakfast. Tour Code: SACC) islands. During the walk you may see colonies of
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Quito and Mt Cotopaxi
4 Day 30 Santa Cruz Island FreeChoice Today, choose from: (1) travel to of MV Aria and flights as specified. Onboard gratuities are not included on any
tour. Galapagos taxes and fuel surcharge are subject to change. ▼Exclusive MV
Today visit the Charles Darwin Research Centre Casablanca Valley to sample fine Chilean wines; Aria charter guaranteed for all departures that reach maximum capacity. If
maximum capacity is not reached Scenic Tours reserves the right to release the
where you can admire the giant tortoises that or (2) travel to the seaside town of Valparaiso charter and allow the operator to sell the remaining cabins to the general public.
Balcony suite cabin onboard MV Galapagos Legend strictly limited capacity,
are part of the breeding program. Enjoy some and Vina del Mar; or (3) visit the local handicraft subject to availability, until sold out. Flights within South America must be
booked by Scenic Tours. Flights may change and are subject to additional fare
free time in town before visiting the highlands to markets; or (4) visit the Andes. surcharges and taxes. Single Supplements are restricted to a maximum of 3
cabins per departure. ◆Taxes and charges are subject to change without notice.
Tour Itinerary and pricing valid from 01 December 2010 – 30 November 2011.
observe the famous giant tortoises. Your tour ends this evening. Tour Maps: any maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication
only and should not be relied upon, please refer to terms and conditions clause
Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Meals: Full Buffet Breakfast 33. For full terms and conditions please refer pages 66-67.
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Libertador Palacio Del Inka, Cuzco
warm colour palette, and contemporary décor with walls. El Tupay Restaurant in the antique Refectory
a refined twist complement the menu, service and is where you are served a gourmet breakfast, or EXTEND YoUR HoLIDAY
unparalleled experience. The hotel features a glass sample a traditional Coca Sour or Pisco Sour in
covered Orchid Pyramid, a Museum, an intimate the elegant and colonial Lobby Bar which has been
WITH THESE GREAT
Movie Room, an Art Gallery with local artist’s works decorated with style and tranquility in mind. HoTEL oPTIoNS
and The Aranwa Spa, a spiritual haven including
seven treatment rooms, three hydrotherapy pools,
PUNo
Libertador Lake Titicaca - Lake View Rooms RIo DE JANEIRo, BRAZIL
Vichy shower, oxygen-relaxation room, hyperbaric
Located on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – Luxury Room
chamber, yoga enclave and fitness centre.
navigable lake in the world, the spectacular dawn Twin Share from $250
MACHU PICCHU and the amazing landscapes that can be seen from Single from $500
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel the hotel will turn your visit into an unforgettable
stay. All rooms have a wonderful view to the lake, BUENoS AIRES, ARGENTINA
The Sumaq Hotel is a luxury hotel providing guests
with the highest levels of comfort in a magnificent and are elegantly furnished, offering the highest Sofitel Buenos Aires – Superior Room
setting. Ample rooms with design and decoration quality and comfort to our guests. Twin Share from $160
reflecting the Inca culture, contrast with the luxury, Single from $315
comfort and technology found within the entire Luxury Room (SACC/SACG Tours Only)
hotel. All staff are local to the area and are focused Twin Share from $175
on protecting the environment and providing guests Single from $350
with a unique experience, where comfort and
gastronomy come together in an LIMA, PERU
overwhelming setting. Casa Andina Private Collection
Twin Share from $120
CUZCo Single from $240
Libertador Palacio Del Inka
The hotel is located in the centre of Cuzco, facing Miraflores Park Hotel (SACC/SACG Tours Only)
the majestic Korikancha or Temple of the Sun. A Twin Share from $230
handsome hotel built within the premises of an Single from $455
ancient Inca Palace, with the original Inca walls QUITo, ECUADoR
are still visible throughout the hotel. The recently Hilton Colon Hotel
refurbished rooms have been designed to offer Twin Share from $105
comfort for a pleasant stay, in the exclusivity of
Single from $205
a magnificent five-star hotel, a member of the
Starwood Luxury Collection. SANTIAGo, CHILE
CUZCo InterContinental Hotel – Deluxe Room
Hotel Monasterio Twin Share from $135
Hotel Monasterio an Orient-Express Luxury Hotel, Single from $270
is the ideal base from which to discover the historic Club Room (SACG Tours Only)
city of Cusco. Built as a monastery in 1592, the Twin Share from $165
hotel retains the charm and ambience that has Single from $330
existed for centuries whilst boasting a reputation as
one of the world’s finest hotels. Located just two DAY USE oNLY*
blocks from the Plaza de Armas, Cuzco’s central InterContinental Hotel – Deluxe Room
square, this unique hotel is an architectural treasure Twin Share from $215
built on Inca foundations with a beautiful chapel Single from $425
adorned with extraordinary gold ornaments. It Club Room (SACG Tours Only)
combines the solemnity of a colonial monastery with Twin Share from $245
the luxury, elegance, comfort and excellent quality Single from $485
of a modern five-star hotel. Each deluxe room is
unique, as befits a converted monastery, each of Prices are per person and include one-way airport
the rooms have their own little architectural quirks transfers (arrival or departure), daily full buffet breakfast
and the decor and furnishings combine the best and local taxes. Supplements may apply during certain
periods. Rates are subject to availability. *Santiago Hotel
of modern and traditional Spanish colonial style.
Day Use Rate includes return airport transfers.
Magnificent examples of religious art adorn the Hotel Monasterio, Cuzco
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Miraflores Park Hotel, Lima; Sofitel La Reserva Cardales, Buenos Aires
Casa Andina Private Collection Casa Andina Private Collection Sofitel La Reserva Cardales
Twin Share from $250 Twin Share from $250 Twin Share from $295
Single from $480 Single from $480 Single from $610
Miraflores Park Hotel (SACC Tour Only) Miraflores Park Hotel (SACC Tour Only) Inclusions: One Night’s accommodation including break-
Twin Share from $355 Twin Share from $355 fast; airport transfers; meals, porterage, 30 minute
Single from $745 Single from $745 vitality pool session as indicated in the itinerary, tips and
gratuities.
Inclusions: One Night’s accommodation including break- Inclusions: One Night’s accommodation including break-
fast; airport transfers; meals, porterage, sightseeing fast; airport transfers; meals, porterage, sightseeing
and admissions as indicated in the itinerary, tips and and admissions as indicated in the itinerary, tips and
gratuities. gratuities.
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MV Aria sister ship, MV Aqua
MV Aria Deckplan
Launching in February 2011, the new MV Aria offers an intimate cruise ship experience. Catering to a maximum of
32 guests on an exclusive charter by Scenic Tours.
Observation Deck
Technical Data
Capacity: 32 Passengers
Length: 40 metres
Beam: 9 metres
Draft: 1.5 metres
Crew: 24
Guides: 4
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Booking Terms and Conditions
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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