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South America Coast to Coast 2010
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15 days
From £2985
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South America Coast to Coast
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Santiago (3 nights), Valparaiso, Vina del Mar, the Andes Mountains, Mendoza (2 nights), Buenos Aires (3 nights), Iguassu Falls (2 nights) and Rio de Janeiro (2 nights)
Crossing the South American continent, from Chile to Brazil, this incredible journey takes in the fertile wine producing valleys of Chile’s Pacific coast and the thundering cascades of Iguassa Falls, en route to the Atlantic beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Along the way you will enjoy...
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Highlights of Brazil 2010
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12 days
From £3190
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Highlights of Brazil
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Rio de Janeiro (3 nights), Iguassu Falls (2 nights), Cuiaba (1 night) and the Pantanal (4 nights)
Beginning in Rio de Janeiro, you have 3 nights to make the most of one of the world’s most stunningly located cities, with ample time to visit Corcovado, Sugar Loaf and the Botanical Gardens before flying onto Iguassu Falls. After taking in the falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinean...
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South America Coast to Coast 2011
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15 days
From £3280
Frequent Departures
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This is a Select Journey
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South America Coast to Coast
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Santiago (3 nights), Valparaiso, Vina del Mar, the Andes Mountains, Mendoza (2 nights), Buenos Aires (3 nights), Iguassu Falls (2 nights) and Rio de Janeiro (2 nights)
Crossing the South American continent, from Chile to Brazil, this incredible journey takes in the fertile wine producing valleys of Chile’s Pacific coast and the thundering cascades of Iguassa Falls, en route to the Atlantic beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Along the way you will enjoy...
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AMAZON CRUISE
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Places to see and things to do
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AMAZON CRUISE
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The best way to explore the Amazon is by boat, and the new
Amazon Clipper Premium,which commenced sailing in 2005,
is our recommended vessel. Large enough to offer spacious
cabins with lower beds, but small enough to dock at remote
spots and cruise to hidden locations due to...
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AMAZON ECOPARK
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AMAZON ECOPARK
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For those passengers who want to visit the Amazon region, but
don’t necessarily want to join a cruise,we can recommend a
stay at the excellent Amazon EcoPark, just 30 minutes by motor
launch from Manaus. Located on the banks of the Taruma River,
a tributary of the Rio Negro,...
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BRAZILIAN COASTLINE
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BRAZILIAN COASTLINE
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Stretching for nearly 7,500
kilometres the Brazilian coastline is
as varied as it is vast. From the swamps,
mangroves and river channels of the
north it follows a course that takes it
through a diverse range of twists and
turns that include dunes and lagoons,
the fabulous...
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COLONIAL BRAZIL
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COLONIAL BRAZIL
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Brazil’s rich colonial heritage spanned
a period of some 300 years, producing
a mix of European, African and Native
American influences that provided a
fascinating mix of cultures. From the
grandiose architecture of Salvador,
Brazil’s first capital to the monasteries
of Olinda...
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NORTH EAST BRAZIL
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NORTH EAST BRAZIL
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Traditionally the driest and most culturally diverse of Brazil’s regions, the northeast
was the first area of the country to be discovered and colonised by the Portuguese.
Today its arid landscapes still echo with the reminders of its colonial past, with
European and African influences...
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RIO BEACHES
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RIO BEACHES
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Part of Rio’s enduring attraction is
its famous beaches where the city
comes to play and relax. Copacabana,
Ipanema and Leblon have become
synonymous with fun in a city that
could have invented the term. The
most famous stretch of ocean front is
Copacabana, over 3 km long...
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RIO CARNIVAL
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RIO CARNIVAL
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Rio’s annual extravaganza – the most famous of them all – attracts thousands
of people from all over the globe. The origins of the carnival are unclear, but
most agree that it started as a pagan celebration in ancient Rome or Greece. This
overwhelming event is held in the run...
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RIO SIGHTSEEING
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Places to see and things to do
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RIO SIGHTSEEING
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A must-see in Rio is Brazil’s most famous
landmark, the statue of Christ the
Redeemer which has dominated the
skyline since 1931, from where there are
stunning views of the city, its beaches
and beyond. Another famous landmark
is Sugar Loaf Mountain, nearly 400
metres high...
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COPACABANA PALACE RIO
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COPACABANA PALACE RIO
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Managed by Orient Express Hotels, Rio's most
traditional and luxurious hotel was opened in
1923. The impressive, stucco-fashioned
landmark building is legendary for its style,
fine cuisine and service. The hotel overlooks
the famous Copacabana Beach and has
226 rooms, a large...
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DAS CATARATAS IGUASSU FALLS
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DAS CATARATAS IGUASSU FALLS
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The colonial style Das Cataratas Hotel is the
only hotel actually situated in the Iguassu
National Park on the Brazilian side of the
spectacular Iguassu Falls and is only a few
hundred metres from the falls themselves. The
hotel has 200 spacious and well-equipped
rooms, a choice...
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PESTANA CONVENTO DO CARMO SALVADOR
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PESTANA CONVENTO DO CARMO SALVADOR
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This centrally-located hotel is a restored convent
dating back to 1586. The newly renovated
property has 79 bedrooms, a swimming pool, spa and
fitness centre, two restaurants, coffee shop,
library and music room. The property also has
its own museum and church.
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POUSADA DO MONDEGO OURO PRETO
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POUSADA DO MONDEGO OURO PRETO
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Ouro Preto is a delightful colonial city which
has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Situated alongside the Saint Francis
Church, the Pousada do Mondego in the
centre of the old city is a charming 18th
century inn. There are 24 rooms with
impressive furnishings and...
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POUSADA DO RIO MUTUM PANTANAL
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POUSADA DO RIO MUTUM PANTANAL
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The Pantanal is Brazil’s foremost destination for viewing wildlife. You will see land animals such as deer, ocelot, wild boar and several types of monkey, the emphasis undoubtedly on the sensational birdlife – 650 species including the world’s largest concentration of wading birds...
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PRAIA DO FORTE ECO RESORT AND THALASSO SPA - BAHIA
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PRAIA DO FORTE ECO RESORT AND THALASSO SPA - BAHIA
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Situated about 35 miles north of Salvador
overlooking the ocean, the Praia do Forte Eco Resort and Thalasso Spa is set
amongst 200,000 square metres of gardens and
coconut groves. The hotel has 4 pools, a choice
of bars and restaurants and a water sports
centre offering snorkelling,...
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RIO INTERNACIONAL HOTEL
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RIO INTERNACIONAL HOTEL
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Popular with our clients for many
years, the Rio Internacional Hotel
offers spectacular views over the world
famous Copacabana beach. The hotel
has 113 rooms all with a modern decor
and we recommend the Ocean Front
Rooms with their large windows. The
hotel has a rooftop pool,...
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