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THE EXPLORERCuzco Rio de JaneiroFR$5,74519 DAYSHighlights• Explore the intriguing sites of Cuzco• Admire the views from Machu Picchu• Tour a favela in Rio de Janeiro• Sip on a Pisco Sour or two in Lima• Get your tango on in Buenos Aires• Indulge in a Brazilian barbecue feast• Sail the beaches and islands of Buzios• Opt to trek the epic Inca Trail TrekDepartures 2014STARTPERUInca TrailLimaFINISHJan 10 Jan 28Jan 24 Feb 11Feb 10 Feb 28Mar 21 Apr 08Mar 28 Apr 15Additional dates are available, please ask for details.*Tour operates during 2014 Football Tournament. Higher pricesapply & itinerary is subject to change.InclusionsMachu PicchuAmazon LodgeBRAZILPuerto MaldonadoOllantaytamboSTARTFINISHApr 18 May 06Apr 25 May 13May 16 Jun 03May 23* Jun 10Jun 13* Jul 01Sacred ValleyCuzcoBOLIVIAPARAGUAYIguassu FallsBuenos AiresARGENTINASTARTFINISHJun 20* Jul 08Jul 11 Jul 29Jul 18 Aug 05Aug 08 Aug 26Oct 03 Oct 21Service Level: Superior Age Group: Exclusivelyfor 18-35s Accommodation: Hotels (17 nts,twin-share), Amazon Jungle Lodge (1 nt)Transport: 1 international and 4 internalflights & transfers, private air-conditionedcoach, mini-coach or van Meals: 18breakfasts, 2 lunches (3 lunches for trekkingoption), 6 dinners Group Leader: TourManager, English-speaking local guides GroupSize: Max 30 Tour Code: COCURJ/COCURJTYou might likeBuziosAirportRio deJaneiroShorten your tripAndes & Amazon Highlights(8 days, Cuzco - Lima)(COCULI/COCULIT) see page 58 Fr $2,125Extend your tripGalápagos & Andes(26 days, Quito - Lima)(COQOLI/COQOLIT) Fr $6,845Get geared up for the best of Peru, Argentina and Brazil. Let culture and adventure takeover in Peru - friendly locals, furry llamas, adrenalin activities, ancient ruins and the mightyAmazon are all sure to impress. Take the challenge and trek to Machu Picchu or hop on thetrain for an easier ride. Argentina is up next, with its cosmopolitan vibes, the big city feelof Buenos Aires, colonial culture and roaring Iguassu Falls. You’ll finish up in Brazil, home toCarnival, Copacabana and caipirinhas. If you want to get in touch with your inner explorer,but still enjoy plenty of downtime to sunbathe and party, this tour is just the ticket.DAY01-020304-0809-1213-1516-19ITINERARYCuzco / Sacred ValleyAs the modern-day starting point for visits to Machu Picchu, you’ll tour the ancient city of Cuzco onfoot, then the afternoon is yours to discover its architecture, cuisine and adrenalin activities. On Day2, visit the Sacred Valley and take a tour of the Pisac ruins before a stop in Ollantaytambo. (B, D)Sacred Valley / Aguas Calientes / MachuPicchuAdventure and adrenalin await! This region is agreat base for activities of all sorts, from bikingand hiking to rafting. There’s loads to experiencebefore you take the train to Machu Picchu Puebloin the afternoon. (B)Option: Inca Trail Trek (1 Day)For a modest supplement, you can get active witha day hike to Machu Picchu! Take a train to Km104 and trek amongst the cloud forest to the SunGate for incredible views of this magnificent site.Your guide will give you an insight to the Incasbefore heading back to the pueblo by train. (B, L)Machu Picchu / Cuzco / Puerto Maldonado / LimaWake early and be among the first to enter Machu Picchu to see the sun rising above the mistymountain tops. On Day 5, feed your adrenalin urges with activities like mountain biking and rafting.Don’t miss out on Cuzco’s amazing nightlife, try a ‘Cerveza Cusquena’ and dance the night away tojoin the Illary (Sunrise) Club. On Day 6, fly over the Andes to Puerto Maldonado in the southern partof Peru’s Amazon Jungle. You’ll tour the city and then meet the native Infierno community. From yourJungle Lodge, which is home for the night, you’ll hike through the jungle to the canopy tower. On Day7, board a catamaran with a guide and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife. Later, visit a market tosample local delicacies before spending your last night relaxing as tomorrow is all about Argentina!(5B, 2L, 2D)Lima / Buenos AiresCatch a flight to cosmopolitan Buenos Aires. As the birthplace of tango there’s a love of music, art,dance and football here – not to mention world-renowned beef and red wine. On Day 10, you’ll visitthe a variety of cool neighbourhoods like San Telmo and Puerto Madero on a guided tour. Later, getready to tango with the locals as you learn the moves at a dance lesson and enjoy a show and dinner.Day 11 is all yours to explore all this fascinating city has to offer and later experience Buenos Airesby night, you won’t be disappointed. On Day 12, fly to Puerto Iguassu and travel to the Brazilian sideto see the dazzing Iguassu Falls. Once you’ve snapped the torrents from all angles, it’s time to washdown a delicious Brazilian barbecue with a caipirinha. (4B, D)Buenos Aires / Iguassu Falls / BuziosCross back into Argentina and get a different perspective of Iguassu Falls. There will be the chanceto try a speedboat ride to feel the spray of the Falls, or take a short hike to the edge of the Devil’sThroat. On Day 14, it’s time for relaxation as you head to Buzios with its white sand and endlessbeaches. Sit back with a caipirinha on a cruise while basking in the sun, snorkelling and taking in thecoastline. Get up bright and early on Day 15 and marvel at the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean andfor the adventurous amongst you, perhaps try a spot of surfing. (3B, D)Buzios / Rio de JaneiroHome to the world’s largest Carnival celebration and the famous Copacabana Beach; get ready forgood times in Rio. On Day 17, take in the spectacular city views from Christ the Redeemer statueand get an insiders-only experience as you visit a favela and see the contrast of how some cariocaslive. Day 18 is all yours to explore this amazing city. Perhaps try hang gliding and later chill on a boatcruise around Rio Famous harbour. Your trip comes to an end after breakfast on Day 19. (4B, D)EXPLORE SOUTH AMERICA33