Escorted Tours 2023-2024

allows for fantastic views overviews of Angelemo Bay and Reloncavi Bay. Continue to Puerto Varas, which overlooks the vast Lake Llanquihue. Day 11: Puerto Varas to Bariloche, Argentina B/D Make your way by coach and boat to the mountain resort of Bariloche, stopping in the town of Peulla for lunch and time to explore. Day 12: Bariloche B Take in Bariloche’s scenery on a drive to Mt. Campanario where a lift to the summit allows for views of the lakes and towns below. Drive through the region, passing historic hotels and chapels, crossing rivers and enjoying views over the peninsula before returning to your hotel. Day 13: Bariloche to Buenos Aires B/D Depart today for your flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Day 14: Buenos Aires B Today’s tour leads you from the city square at Plaza de Mayo past the architectural wonders of Avenida de Mayo. Continue on to the historic neighbourhood of San Telmo before visiting the alleyways and cantinas of La Boca and the apartments of Puerto Madero. Explore the extraordinarily ornate gravestones of Recoleta’s Cemetery before returning to your hotel. Day 15: Buenos Aires B/D Enjoy a day of leisure followed by dinner and a tango show at the historic El Querandi restaurant. Day 16: Buenos Aires to Iguaçu Falls B/D After breakfast, fly to Iguaçu Falls, Brazil, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Upon arrival, journey to the mighty waterfalls and experience this natural phenomenon from the Brazilian side. Marvel at the islet of San Martin and Devil’s Throat, the U-shaped section of the waterfall. Day 17: Iguaçu Falls B/L After breakfast, a day trip takes you to Argentina to experience Iguaçu Falls. Marvel at its thundering waters as you walk along elevated footbridges to observation points with sweeping views, then make your way to Devil’s Throat. Enjoy lunch before returning to the Brazilian side. Day 18: Iguaçu Falls to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil B/D After breakfast, you will catch your flight to Rio de Janeiro. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, with the rest of the day at leisure. Day 19: Rio de Janeiro B This morning, travel to the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain for a fantastic view of Rio de Janeiro and Copacabana Beach. Travel to Corcovado where Rio’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue overlooks the city. Day 20: Rio de Janeiro B/D Enjoy a day at leisure to explore the sights of Rio. Tonight’s farewell dinner at a barbeque steakhouse marks the end of your tour. Day 21: Rio de Janeiro to the UK B Depart on your overnight return flight via São Paulo, or continue on to your chosen extension. Christ the Redeemer La Boca Vicente Perez Rosales National Park Meal plan: 19 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 10 dinners Accommodation: Lima, 4 H Jose Antonio Hotel Sacred Valley, 3 H Sonesta del Inca Yucay Cusco, 4 H Xima Cusco Hotel Santiago, 4 H Best Western Premier Hotel Marina Las Condes Puerto Varas, 4 H Cabanas del Lago Bariloche, 4 H Kenton Palace Buenos Aires, 4 H Kenton Palace Iguaçu, 4 H Viale Cataratas Rio de Janeiro, 4 H Arena Leme Flights: London Heathrow to Peru and returning from Brazil with LATAM Airlines (via São Paulo) Tour pace: Challenging Extend your tour Buzios beach stay, 4 nights, 4 H B&B from £1,099 Located 100 miles from Rio de Janeiro, this former fishing village offers expanses of emerald water, pristine white sand beaches and a picturesque cobbled waterfront. Departures & from prices 20 Apr 23 £5,399 7 Mar 24 £5,799 18 May 23 £5,399 18 Apr 24 £5,899 1 Jun 23 £5,699 16 May 24 £5,899 7 Sep 23 £5,099 30 May 24 £6,099 6 Oct 23 £4,899 5 Sep 24 £5,499 2 Nov 23 £4,999 4 Oct 24 £5,299 11 Jan 24 £5,799 31 Oct 24 £5,399 8 Feb 24 £5,799 • A single supplement starts from just £1,249 • Tipping paid locally $50 South America 111 Hundreds more escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk