Day 1 - December
26
Depart from your home town to arrive in Santiago on Dec 27 (remember you
will be departing from Buenos Aires).
Day 2 - Dember 27 - Santiago de Chile
Arrive in the
morning and be met by our assistant and taken to our hotel. This
afternoon our tour begins with the best of Santiago on an introductory
tour of Chile's capitol. Drive the main streets of Santiago's
civic center with its different architectural styles. Pass the Moneda
Palace, built in the 18th century and current seat of Government; the
Plaza de Armas, or with its cathedral; the Museum of National History;
and the Central Post Office. Continue by the Parque Forestal, the
Fine Arts Museum and Santa Lucia Hill, where the city was founded in
1541. Then we climb the San Cristóbal hill for a panoramic
view of Santiago and the Andes mountains.
Day 3 - December 28 -
Santiago, Chile
Today we spend the day exploring the
coastal towns of Central Chile. Travel through wine country, then
continue to the coast and visit the beach area of Renaca and the town
of Vina del Mar, known as the Garden City.
In the afternoon our singles tour continues to the picturesque
port of Valparaiso, a UNESCO site. Built in the 16th-century on a
total of 43 hills, which are reached by narrow windy streets, staircases
and a series of lifts (funiculars). Tonight enjoy our welcome Dinner at a
local restaurant.
Day 4 - December 29
Santiago - Puerto Varas
After breakfast we
transfer to the airport for our flight to Puerto
Montt. Upon landing enjoy a city tour of Puerto
Montt. Visit the Plaza de Armas and Cathedral, then the
Mirador for great views before continuing to Pelluco Beach.
After crossing the Chinquihue district we will visit Angelmó, a
typical fishing cove renowned for its seafood and street market
with local handicrafts. From here we continue to Puerto Varas
and the Philippi Hill, lake shore and downtown. The
last stop of this tour is the Iglesia de los Jesuitas with Lake
Llanquihue and the Osorno Volcano as a backdrop.
At night, Puerto Varas becomes unforgettable. Walking down the waterfront
in the moonlight under the stars is a unique experience. Dozens of
excellent restaurants and pubs serve international and regional cuisine.
The local casino, one of the most beautiful in Chile, invites visitors
to try their luck and enjoy the shows performed there every
night.
Day 5 - December 30 -
Chile to Argentina
The Andean Lakes
Crossingis the most scenic way to travel from Chile to Argentina.
This spectacular crossing of the Andes will take us through lakes and
mountain passes. Enjoy the nature at the very end of the
world. We shall sail through Todos Los Santos Lake, Frias and
Nahuel Huapi, be astonished by the color of the waters, the Calbuco
and Osorno volcanoes, the Tronador mount, the Puntiagudo and the
Cathedral hills.
Day 6 -
December 31 - Bariloche, Argentina
A morning horse
ride in Patagonia, where nature remains untouched, allows us to
explore and appreciate amazing landscapes. Ride to areas
where there are panoramic views of Bariloche and the Andean
Mountain Range. Maybe even spot deer, hares, red foxes, condors
and eagles.
This afternoon we will
drive the Circuito Chico (Small Circuit) around Lake Nahuel Huapi and
Lake Moreno. We will stopping at beaches,
coves and a place to buy home made goods and chocolates. You will be
able to view Huemul Island at Playa Bonita. 6 miles ahead we
reach the foot of Campanario Hill, where a chairlift will take us to
the top for magnificent views. Once in the Llao-Llao Peninsula
we stop to visit San Eduardo
Chapel.
New Years Eve Party
Day 7 - January 1 - Bariloche to Buenos
Aires
This morning zip on your Canopy Tour
through the tops of the trees – it’s a series of
Tyrolean traverses, hanging bridges and rappels that connects
the tallest parts of the forest and gives you a bird’s-eye view of the
unique biodiversity of the Patagonian forests.
Afternoon flight to Buenos Aires
Tonight we are free to explore Florida Street. Check out the
street vendors and performers, eat a local cafe or shop in the many
stores.
Day 8 - January 2 - Buenos Aires
Discover the
magic of Buenos Aires on our comprehensive tour of Argentina's
capital city. The bus tour includes the beautiful parks and
gardens of the Recoleta and Palermo neighborhoods, the Colon Theater
(one of the world's five most important opera theaters), Mayo Square,
the cathedral, Mayo Avenue, Congress Square and many other buildings
and places of architectural, historical and cultural interest. Then we
will explore and shop Caminito Street in La Boca, a colorful
neighborhood of Italian immigrants.
After lunch the group will walk around the neighborhoods of
Buenos Aires. The influences from the Spanish, British, Italian and
French will become noticeable as we walk the streets.
See the grandeur and sophistication
of Recoleta. Visit the Recoleta Cemetery and Evita Peron's
Memorial. Listen while our knowledgeable guide
informs us about Argentina's history, architecture, traditions,
habits and unique features we might never have discovered.
Day 9 - January
3 - Buenos Aires
Sunday is market day at Dorrego Square in
San Telmor. We are free to explore its many stalls or to spend the day in
one of the cities many museums.
Tonight is our farewell dinner and why not enjoy a
Tango show too.
Day 10 -
January 4 - Depart for Home
After Breakfast it is time to say
goodbye to all our new travel friends. Transfer to airport for our
flights home and the end of another Singles Travel
trip.
South America - New Years Trip -
Crossing the Lakes Santiago/Buenos Aires
Price: $2,790*
Includes
* 8 Nights Accommodations
* Air Flight Santiago to Puerto Montt
* Air Flight Bariloche to Buenos Aires
* 8 Breakfasts - 2 Dinners
* New Years Eve Party
* All Activites and Admissions per Itinerary
* English Speaking Guide
* Singles Travel Hostess
* Private Driver and Coach
* Transfers and Boats
* All Taxes and Surcharges
Not Included
* Tips - $10 a day colleceted first day of trip
*Double Occupancy -
Free Roommate Matching is available so there is never a need to pay a
single supplement. If you decide to room solo it is $600
extra.
