Optional Post Tour Extension
Igaussu Falls & Buenos Aires, Argentina
October 17 – 22, 2007
FROTHY ICING ON THE CAKE
From Rio we visit the country’s most dazzling spectacle:
Iguassu Falls, where Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina come
together, where the Iguassu River flows into the Parana River, forming
a series of awe-inspiring waterfalls in the middle of a forest. The
roar of its 260 cataracts, some reaching a height of 250 feet, can be
heard 20 miles away. There are rainbows, bands of butterflies and birds,
and all around the air vibrates as thundering water dissipates into
clouds. These mighty waterfalls are one of the natural wonders of the
world, and are superior in size and grandeur to both Niagara and Victoria!
This extension concludes with two nights in fabulous Buenos Aires, Argentina.
THE ITINERARY
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Final Night in Rio
Those taking this optional post-tour extension say goodbye to the
departing tour members in the late afternoon and enjoy one final night
at our Rio hotel. The evening is completely free. (Breakfast
/ Lunch included with main tour)
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Rio to Igaussu Falls
Today we say farewell to Rio and fly to Iguassu Falls. Our flight
departs Rio at 11:10am, arriving at the Falls at 1:15pm. Upon arrival
we are met and transferred to the Tropical Hotel, a gorgeous property
inside the National Park and directly in front of the falls on the Brazilian
side. We arrive in the mid-afternoon, with the remainder of the day
at leisure to enjoy the amenities of the hotel, and the views of the
Falls. (Breakfast)
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Brazilian Falls / Macuco Safari
After breakfast this morning we tour the Brazilian side of Iguassu
Falls. Neither words nor photographs do these falls justice—they
must be seen and heard! Our afternoon adventure is named for the Macuco
Trail in the Brazilian National Park, just three kilometers from Iguassu
Falls. We ride in an open-air wagon pulled by a jeep through this lush,
subtropical ecosystem then board a powerboat for a thrilling ride through
rapids directly below the thundering Falls. Prepare to get wet! This
evening you have the option to attend a beautiful folkloric show with
dinner. (Breakfast)
Friday, October 19, 2007
Flight to Argentina
After breakfast, check out of our hotel and tour the Argentinian side
of the Falls. Continue directly to the airport for our flight to Buenos
Aires, Argentina, which departs at 2:20pm and arrives at 4:10pm. Dinner
and a Tango Show at Piazzolla
Theater are included tonight. When you see the sexy, sultry
tango, you will know for sure that you are in Buenos Aires! The tango
show is spectacular, and is presented in a stunning theater which is
an Art Nouveau masterpiece. It was closed for nearly 40 years, and was
only recently restored. Of all the tango show palaces in Buenos Aires,
this is the most beautiful, which adds even more excitement to the well-choreographed
show. (Breakfast / Dinner-Show)
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Buenos Aires
After breakfast this morning take a Buenos
Aires city sightseeing tour (click for full description).
Some of the tour´s highlights: Montserrat - San Telmo - La Boca
- Puerto Madero - Retiro - Recoleta - Palermo. This evening you may
want to sample some of Buenos Aires’ gay nightlife. (Breakfast)
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Free Day / Homeward Bound
The morning is entirely free until we must depart for the airport.
Our group flight departs Buenos Aires at 5:00pm, arriving in Miami early
tomorrow morning with a connection in São Paulo. There is a departure
tax of approximately $38.00 levied at the Buenos Aires airport. (Breakfast)
Monday, October 22, 2007
Return to the U.S.
The group flight arrives in Miami at 5:40am. You may arrange return
flights to your home city at any convenient time today, maintaining
a sufficient allowance of time to collect your luggage and clear customs.
We suggest you book a flight departing at 8:40am or later, just to leave
some wiggle room.
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