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Icons of South America

(22 days, Lima - Rio de Janeiro, 2013)

Icons of South America

Submerge yourself into the colourful and vibrant culture and incredible natural wonders of Peru, Argentina and Brazil. See landscapes quite unlike anywhere else in the world, including the spectacular Andes Mountains, floating islands of Uros in Peru, and the thunderous waterfalls in Iguazú National Park, surrounded by lush, tropical rainforest. South American culture has grown from a history as unique as its landscapes, and guests will visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu, the eerie ‘Lost city of the Incas’, to discover how this once all-powerful civilisation perished.

Then there are the two great cities of South America, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro: guests can feel the rhythm of the tango through the streets of the San Telmo district of Buenos Aires, and enjoy Argentine cuisine in one of the world’s finest steakhouses. In the carnival city of Rio, a trip to the ‘Christ the Redeemer’ statue and cable car ride to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain are simply unforgettable.

 
Fully inclusive touring
Fully inclusive touring

No hidden surprises, just hidden gems
At Scenic Tours we pride ourselves on genuine, fully-inclusive touring. Unlike other operators that charge additional fees for optional tours and meals, our guests have very little extra to pay once they leave the UK. All excursions on your tour are included in the overall cost of the holiday, along with a variety of meals and accommodation throughout.

The fully-inclusive touring extends from the beginning of a holiday, right to its end: all guests are met at the airport at the beginning of a tour and transferred to their hotel, and at the end of the holiday guests are transferred to the airport for departure. When travelling with Scenic Tours, all hotel porterage is included, so guests won’t need to carry their own bags.

 
First class hotels and dining
First Class Hotels and Dining

A warm welcome awaits you every night
Accommodation with Scenic Tours is always handpicked, and always in a carefully selected location. Our expert team has researched each destination in comprehensive detail to ensure we provide luxurious accommodation when available, and accommodation of the highest possible standard where hotel options are more limited. On every Scenic Tour, our guests are invited to take advantage of our Scenic Special Stays, which are often iconic hotels and are outstanding through the level of luxury and service they offer.

Unforgettable dining experiences
Dining should be a wonderful part of any holiday, and at Scenic Tours we provide our guests with an array of dining experiences and gourmet delights. We include a variety of meals during our tours, and we take pride in the quality that our guests enjoy. Our guests start every day with a full buffet breakfast, which features several hot selections, and many delicious lunches and dinners are also included.

 
Flexible holidays, the freedom to explore
Flexible holidays, the freedom to explore

For an escorted tour to be the successful, enriching and unforgettable experience our guests expect, flexibility is vital. In addition to all the included sightseeing and attractions, our flexible approach provides guests with the opportunity to enjoy the activities that interest them most, without any extra cost.

Scenic FreeChoice, it’s what makes us different
Scenic FreeChoice should not be confused with the ‘optional tours’ that other operators charge extra for. All Scenic FreeChoice experiences are included in the overall tour price, so regardless of what our guests choose there is nothing extra to pay. We offer our guests the freedom to personalise their touring experiences to suit their individual tastes, by simply selecting the excursion or dining option they would like, and we take care of the rest.

 
Enriching and exhilarating experiences
Enriching and exhilarating experiences

Scenic Enrich - Take home amazing memories
Scenic Enrich is a range of activities, many exclusive to Scenic Tours, which enable you to experience a destination in the most spectacular fashion imaginable. One highlight is a journey onboard the Andean Explorer to view the stunning and contrasting scenery of the Andean Mountains and the rolling Andean plains.

A table with a spectacular view
The quality of cuisine throughout a Scenic Tours holiday is always of the highest calibre, but there are a number of opportunities for you to enjoy a culinary experience that will enliven all the senses. In Peru, at the historical Hacienda Huayoccari, you’ll enjoy a delicious Andean lunch and a magnificent range of desserts that are prepared using local produce.

 

Icons of South America - Hotels

Accommodation with Scenic Tours is always handpicked, and always in a carefully selected location. Our expert team has researched each destination in comprehensive detail to ensure we provide luxurious accommodation when available, and accommodation of the highest possible standard where hotel options are more limited.

 
Lima | Swissôtel Lima Special Stay
Swissôtel Lima

This elegant and modern hotel is situated in the exclusive San Isidro neighbourhood. Rooms are elegantly appointed and offer every amenity expected in a hotel of this standard. The hotel has three restaurants and leisure facilities including a spa, swimming pool and fitness centre.

 
Sacred Valley | Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Special Stay
Tambo Del Inka

Situated in the heart of Sacred Valley, the hotel is a member of the Starwood Luxury Collection and provides a haven to either rest or enjoy this beautiful area. Tambo del Inka also offers a perfect introduction to Peru’s innovative and varied cuisine.

 
Machu Picchu | Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel Special Stay
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel

A luxury hotel providing guests with the highest levels of comfort in a magnificent setting surrounded by beautiful mountains. Staff are local to the area and are focused on protecting the environment and providing guests with a unique experience.

 
Cuzco | Hotel Monasterio by Orient-Express Special Stay
Hotel Monasterio by Orient-Express

Hotel Monasterio by Orient-Express offers the ideal base from which to discover the historic city of Cuzco. As befits a converted monastery, each of the rooms has its own little architectural quirk and the decor and furnishings combine the best of modern and traditional Spanish colonial style.

 
Lake Titicaca | Casa Andina Private Collection, Puno
Casa Andina Private Collection

Located on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, the spectacular dawnand the amazing landscapes that can be seen from the hotel will make your visit unforgettable.

 
Iguazú | Das Cataratas by Orient-Express Iguazú Falls
Das Cataratas by Orient-Express Iguazú Falls

The elegant Portuguese colonial style architecture is in harmony with nature, and allows you to immerse yourself in the flora and fauna of the area. Scenic Tours guests enjoy the tastefully decorated Superior Rooms with views of the gardens or the National Park.

 
Buenos Aires | Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires Special Stay
Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires Special Stay

Located on the tranquil and charming Arroyo Street, surrounded by elegant streets flanked by trees. The hotel features a blend of French and Argentine tradition. Luxurious guest rooms are decorated in an Art Deco style of light, soothing colours.

 
Rio de Janeiro | Caesar Park Hotel
Caesar Park Hotel

Caesar Park combines sophistication and elegance with attention to the smallest details, renowned for its subtle luxury and constant warmth. Scenic Tours guests will enjoy spacious remodelled Club rooms offering an amazing panorama over the beach and Guanabara Bay, along with full access to club facilities.

 
Rio de Janeiro | Sofitel Hotel
Sofitel Hotel

Located on famous Copacabana beach and close to Ipanema beach and considered one of the most prestigious hotels in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy spacious Ocean View rooms with private balconies and views of Copacabana Beach.

 

DEPARTURE

19 May
16 June
14 July
11, 25 August
10 September
06 October
24 November

 

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Single supplement - £1,295
 
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Terms & Conditions: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room. Single supplement £1,295. Deposit is £1,250 per person if travelling in Economy Class, £1,550 for Premium Economy and £3,750 for Business Class.

Special Offer Terms & Conditions: Savings valid on new bookings only made between 1 May and 30 June 2013 or until sold out. 

Please note: Premium Economy upgrade is only available on flight from Rio de Janeiro to Heathrow.

 

Icons of South America - 22 fully inclusive days

A holiday with Scenic Tours is truly inclusive, with no hidden extras. We include more than any other operator in the price - so you can enjoy your holiday and not worry about extra costs.

 
Flights with British Airways / Iberia and LAN Airlines
  • Return economy flights with British Airways / Iberia from London Heathrow via Madrid
  • Connecting UK flights from Aberdeen, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Manchester for only £95 per person
  • Premium Economy (only available on the return flight) and Business Class upgrade prices are available on request
  • South American internal flights with LAN Airlines
 
Scenic Special Stays
  • Swissôtel Lima
  • Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
  • Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel
  • Hotel Monasterio by Orient Express
  • Hotel Das Cataratas by Orient Express
  • Hotel Sofitel Buenos Aires
 
Your Scenic FreeChoice dining options
  • Cuzco - 3 Scenic FreeChoice dining options
  • Buenos Aires - 3 Scenic FreeChoice dining options
  • Rio de Janeiro - 2 Scenic FreeChoice dining options
 
Your Scenic FreeChoice activities
  • Lima - 3 Scenic FreeChoice options
  • Sacred Valley - 4 Scenic FreeChoice options
  • Buenos Aires - 4 Scenic FreeChoice options
  • Rio de Janeiro - 5 Scenic FreeChoice options
 
Inspiring experiences with Scenic Enrich
  • Visit the Hacienda Huayoccari for an Andean lunch
  • Meet the students and teachers at a local community school, supported by Scenic Tours
  • Private performance by local Andean musicians
  • Travel onboard the Vistadome rail through the heart of the Sacred Valley
  • Take one of the great rail journeys on board the Andean Explorer to Lake Titicaca
  • See the ‘Devils Throat’ and the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’ up close at Iguazú Falls
  • Try on the carnival costumes at the Sambodromo
 
So much more included with Scenic Tours

In addition to the many things highlighted earlier, we also include:

  • 38 superb meals including 20 breakfasts, 1 highlight lunch, 7 lunches, 4 highlight dinners  and 4 dinners
  • Services of an experienced Scenic Tour Director  in South America*
  • First class air-conditioned coaches with experienced coach captains
  • All accommodation as detailed in the itinerary (or of a similar standard)
  • All airport/hotel transfers in South America
  • All excursions, tours and entrance fees as detailed in the itinerary
  • All pre-payable airport taxes, security charges and UK Air Passenger Duty (APD)
  • All porterage (one piece of luggage per person)
  • All tipping and gratuities in South America

* Except for days 1 and 2

 
 

Day 1: Lima, Peru
Fly with British Airways and Iberia from London Heathrow via Madrid. Connecting flights from selected regional UK airports are also available for a supplement of £95 per person. Arrive into Lima in the early evening (subject to flight schedule) and transfer* to your luxurious hotel.
Three Night Special Stay: Lima
Day 3: Lima (FB,L)
Today enjoy your Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity where you can discover Lima’s historic past. Choose from: (1) a walking tour of the colonial historic centre of the city; or (2) tour Pachacamac Ruins and see the Temple of the Sun God; or (3) take a journey through Lima’s past visiting Huaca Huallamarca adobe pyramid ruins and the Larco Herrera Museum; or (4) pamper yourself with a relaxing spa. Tonight meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a private tour briefing and canapés.
Day 4: Lima - Sacred Valley (FB,HL)
This morning take an Included flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival you will travel to the spectacular lower altitude Sacred Valley of the Incas. SCENIC ENRICH: A highlight is your visit to the privately-owned Hacienda Huayoccari with a history spanning over three centuries. Enjoy a delicious Andean lunch and a magnificent range of desserts freshly prepared by the owners from the Hacienda’s own produce. Transfer to your hotel, a member of the Starwood Luxury Collection, located in the heart of the Sacred Valley at Urubumba.
Three Night Special Stay: Sacred Valley
Day 5: Sacred Valley (FB,D)
This morning your expert local guide will take you on an Included walking tour of the town of Ollantaytambo, the oldest continuously occupied settlement in the Americas. Your tour includes a visit to the imposing Incan fortress overlooking the town. SCENIC ENRICH: Visit the community supported by Scenic Tours. Meet the students and teachers at the local school and learn about their lifestyle.
Day 6: Sacred Valley (FB,L,S)
Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity choose from: (1) visit the charming Andean village of Chinchero to see its Church and meet a local family; or (2) take a tour of the Inca ruins at Pisac which tower over the town; or (3) visit the ruins of Moray then see the ancient Inca salt pans; or (4) visit a local Peruvian Paso horse ranch. SCENIC ENRICH: Tonight share stories of your excursion with your fellow travellers as you enjoy a private performance by local musicians complemented with canapés.
Day 7: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu (FB,L,D)
This morning walk to the hotel’s train station for your Included rail journey to Machu Picchu. A highlight of your tour is your Included full day visit to this ancient site where your expert local guides will share the mysteries of the ‘lost city of the Incas’.
Overnight Special Stay: Machu Picchu
Day 8: Machu Picchu - Cuzco (FB)
You have the morning to explore the township of Machu Picchu at leisure. SCENIC ENRICH: this afternoon marvel at the spectacular views from the glass-dome carriages as you journey through the snow-capped peaks of the Andes to the Sacred Valley on board the Vistadome train. Continue to Cuzco by coach to reach your luxurious hotel located in the heart of the old city centre.
Three Night Special Stay: Cuzco
Day 9: Cuzco (FB,HD)
The charming city of Cuzco is a World Heritage-listed site that was a former capital of the Incas. Included today is a walking tour of the old city where you will marvel at the mix of Incan, Spanish and modern architecture and then visit the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuamán. Tonight enjoy your Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dinner choose from: (1) Andean fusion cuisine at Limo Restaurant, which boasts fabulous views over the main square; or (2) a delicious à la carte dinner at the El Tupay Restaurant; or (3) fine dining at MAP Café.
Day 10: Cuzco (FB)
Enjoy a free day to explore this charming city at your leisure.
Day 11: Cuzco - Lake Titicaca (FB,L)
SCENIC ENRICH: One of the great rail journeys of the world is on board the Andean Explorer for a full day journey to Lake Titicaca. Exquisitely decorated in the manner of the great Pullman trains of the 1920s, the Andean Explorer boasts comfortable coaches from which you can admire the passing scenery. The open-air Observation Car provides the opportunity to take photographs of the magnificent Andes Mountains. On arrival into Puno, the train will stop at your hotel, which is set beside the Lake.
Overnight Stay: Lake Titicaca
Day 12: Lake Titicaca - Lima (FB,L)
Lake Titicaca is one of the highest navigable lakes in the world and the largest lake on the continent of South America. Today enjoy an Included excursion to the unique floating islands of Uros. Made of the totora reeds, the islands were originally constructed as a defensive measure to enable them to be moved should a threat arise. Your expert local guide will introduce you to the lifestyle of the Uros communities and take you for a ride on one of the totora reed boats. Then take an Included flight to Lima.
Overnight Special Stay: Lima
Day 13: Lima - Iguazú Falls, Brazil (FB,D)
Late morning transfer to the airport for your Included flight direct to the magnificent Iguazú Falls. On arrival you will transfer to your luxurious hotel, the only hotel located within the boundaries of the Brazilian Falls National Park for a relaxing two night stay.
Two Night Special Stay: Iguazú Falls
Day 14: Iguazú Falls (FB,D)
Included this morning is your tour of the majestic Brazilian side of the falls where you will be awed by the world’s largest volume waterfalls featuring more than 275 falls.Scenic Enrich: Travel through the rainforest and onto the water for an exciting adventure you won’t forget as you see the ‘Devil’s Throat’ and come close to the base of the ‘Three Musketeers’ and feel the spray of water on your face. The afternoon is at leisure to relax and enjoy this pristine wilderness and the facilities of your magnificent hotel. Tonight enjoy an Included delicious gourmet barbeque buffet dinner at the Ipê Grill.
Day 15: Iguazú Falls - Buenos Aires, Argentina (FB)
This morning cross the border for your Included tour of the Argentinean side of the falls, where you board the ecological train and ride to the famous ‘Devil’s Throat’ viewpoint. The view over the top of the falls is spectacular. This afternoon transfer to the airport for your Included flight to Buenos Aires. Your luxurious hotel is situated in the elegant and upmarket Recoleta area.
Three Night Special Stay: Buenos Aires
Day 16: Buenos Aires (FB,HD)
This morning your Included tour will show you all the highlights of this beautiful city famed as the ‘Paris of the Americas’.Visit the colourful district of La Boca and enjoy free time to discover the area and continue to the San Telmo district, the home of tango. This evening enjoy your Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE DINNER choose from: (1) Happenings Steakhouse; or (2) a delicious dinner and lively show featuring the music of Argentina and the famous tango; or (3) the elegant Le Sud Restaurant.
Day 17: Buenos Aires (FB,L)
Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity. Choose from: (1) a visit to an estancia (ranch) to see the Argentine horsemanship and enjoy a barbeque lunch; or (2) cruise the Tigre River to admire the old residences and enjoy lunch; or (3) take a private guided tour of the famous Teatro Colón followed by lunch at the historic Café Tortoni; or (4) visit the El Zanjón underground tunnels to discover the hidden history of Buenos Aires and then lunch in a local restaurant.
Day 18: Buenos Aires - Rio de Janeiro (FB,HD)
This morning Included is your flight to the vibrant and colourful city of Rio de Janeiro where your hotel has a fabulous location on the famous Copacabana Beach. Tonight enjoy your Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE DINNER choose from: (1) casual dining in a typical Brazilian Churrascaria (steakhouse); or (2) visit a live samba music venue and enjoy a traditional tapas dinner.
Three Night Stay: Rio de Janeiro
Day 19: Rio de Janeiro (FB,L)
Today your Included tour covers all the highlights of this vibrant city. First ride the cogwheel railway to visit Corcovado Mountain and see the famous ‘Christ’ Statue. Scenic Enrich: Visit Sambodromo, home of the famous carnival parade and try on some of the colourful costumes. Then enjoy an Included lunch in a local restaurant before riding the cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Day 20: Rio de Janeiro (FB,HD)
Today is an Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE day choose from: (1) a tour to Petrópolis, the mountain retreat of Brazil’s former emperors; or (2) take a walking tour of Downtown Rio; or (3) an open jeep tour of the Tijuca Forest; or (4) tour the favelas (shanty towns) and visit a community school; or (5) enjoy a cruise on Guanabara Bay and see Rio’s landscape from the water. SCENIC ENRICH: Tonight farewell new found friends and fellow travellers at your private farewell dinner.
Day 21: Rio de Janeiro (FB)
Your tour ends after breakfast and you will be transferred* to the airport for your flight home.
Day 22: Arrive UK
Welcome home!

*Check transfer entitlements with your Scenic Tours travel advisor. For guests who have already received documentation - refer to your booking summary.

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Jun 2013
16
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Jul 2013
14
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25
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10
22
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20
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Duration
22 Days
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South America Tours
 
Dates
16 Jun 2013
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14 Jul 2013
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25 Aug 2013
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10 Sep 2013
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22 Sep 2013
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03 Nov 2013
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