South America
Picture the the perfect Vacation to exotic South America. Journey through vast rainforests as you cruise the Amazon river, marvel at the incredible Iguassu Falls and take home vivid memories of your Trafalgar vacation.
Your touring experience will be filled with ‘must see’ highlights and your accommodation is at First Class or Superior First Class hotels, such as the superb Excelsior Copacabana in Rio.
We have tailored our style of tours to ensure the pace of your South American holiday meets your individual preference. Choose from 2 touring styles:
1. Regional Experience - Discover the charm of one country or region
2. In Depth - Explore South America's fascinating history and culture
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As the third largest city in South America and the capital of Argentina , Buenos Aires certainly has a lot to live up to and for the hordes of tourists it welcomes every year, it definately delivers.
Boasting bustling streets, grand avenues, old-time cafes and stylish restaurants, it has often been described as being more European than South American in flavor, hence its status as the "Paris of the South”
But in a country where the national dance is the tango, its no wonder Buenos Aires has a well-known reputation as the seductive party capital of Argentina. It is a true 24-hour city – there is always something going on to occupy the senses.
Dance the night away or enjoy endless options of museums, cinemas and shows until the sun comes up over wide boulevards, leafy parks, grand buildings and an incredibly complex, and vibrant culture
Cemetery of the Recoleta - The most celebrated Argentineans, including Eva Peron and her family, are buried at this elaborate cemetery. Here mausoleums have been made to look like chapels, pyramids and Greek temples.
Cafe Tortoni - The oldest cafe of its type in Argentina, from here you can watch reasonably priced tango shows in its velvet-covered back room.
Plaza de Mayo - The city centre - here you'll find the sites if some of the Argentina's most important historical events. Surrounding it is the Government House, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Cabildo (town hall).
La Boca - Known as the birthplace of the tango, this one-time shipyard has a famous walkway, the Caminito, where tango dancers perform and artists exhibit their work.
San Telmo - This revitalized area with its artistic cafes, cobblestone streets and antique shops is one of the city's oldest neighbourhoods.
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Lima, the City of Kings, invites you to explore its ancient history, culture and tastes in what is bound to be an unforgettable holiday. The Spanish charm dominates the heart of the city with its many Squares and notable buildings. Yet beneath this beauty lies the ancient history of civilizations long gone, offering a fascinating voyage of discovery into the mystic past.
With authentic restaurants, shops and museums Lima will not fail to disappoint with its vibrant atmosphere. So do not miss out, and come and enjoy the experience.
Plaza Mayor and Plaza San Martin- The bustling old town is the historic heart of Lima and has an abundance of attractions to offer any visitor. Streets teeming with shops, restaurants and people connect the two amazing Plazas. The Plaza de Mayor harks back to the colonial past of the city reminding visitors it was once a busy marketplace. The magnificent Baroque Cathedral and Museum of Religious Art and Treasures add to the beauty of the area. Visitors can also enjoy the changing of the guard at the Government Palace.
Church of San Francisco-The beautiful façade of the Church of San Francisco invites visitors inside with its alluring mosaic tile, arches and columns. The eerie catacombs can also be investigated, a famous resting place for an estimated 70,000
Museo de la Nación (National Museum)-A fascinating museum with exhibits charting the ancient civilizations of the country, including the Incas. The museum is a must see to appreciate the vastness of Peru’s archeological and cultural wealth. |