Itinerary Details
Abercrombie & Kent: Splendors of Chile, Argentina & Brazil
Day 1 Santiago, Chile
Arrive in Santiago, vibrant capital of Chile, where you are
met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city,
with guaranteed check-in arranged by A&K. Gather for
lunch, then take in the highlights of Santiago, including
a guided visit to the Pre-Columbian Museum to view its
superb collections of statues, pottery and decor, with some
pieces dating back 14,000 years. Tonight, celebrate the
beginning of your journey with a special welcome dinner at a
local restaurant.
Mandarin Oriental, Santiago
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 SantiagoExplore Valparaíso, starting with a guided walk along the
hills of this storied port city. See how the hills are connected by an ingenious network of twisting streets, stairways, cable
car lines, flower-filled balconies and lookout platforms. Visit
the Plaza de la Victoria with its lovely Neptune Fountain, the
famous Turri Clock, fisherman’s wharf, the Naval Academy
and “La Sebastiana,” the one-time residence of Chilean
Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda. After lunch at a
local restaurant, head into the countryside and Casablanca
Valley, for wine tasting at the vineyard of Casas del Bosque.
Afterward, return to your hotel with time free this evening
for dinner at your leisure.
Mandarin Oriental, Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 MendozaAfter a morning at leisure, fly to Mendoza, Argentina’s
premier wine-making region, and settle into your hotel. This
evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
Park Hyatt Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 MendozaJourney to Las Carreras, a high-elevation plain abounding
in rustic beauty, its yellow grasses contrasting with the white
snow on the surrounding Andes peaks. Explore it with a
guide on your choice of horseback riding or trekking. Watch
for the wild species inhabiting the rugged landscapes, such
as herds of guanacos and wild rabbits, and perhaps sight
a condor gliding on the horizon. Afterward, proceed to
a private estate for an exclusive, interactive Chef ’s Table
cooking class followed by lunch. Learn more about one of
the newest appellations (protected wine-producing areas)
in Argentina. Planted by a husband-and-wife team and
located at almost 7,500 feet, this appellation pushes the limits
of high-altitude mountain viticulture. With breathtaking
views of the mighty Andes and an intimate vineyard setting, Las Carreras offers a unique experience in Argentine wine
tasting.
Park Hyatt Mendoza
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5 MendozaToday, with the help of the house sommelier, learn the
subtle art of winemaking by blending your own wine. Start
with three components — Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet —
following instructions from a winemaker who explains what
each of them brings to a blend. When you’re finished, enjoy
a tasting and stay for a light lunch. Afterward, fly to Buenos
Aires, Argentina, and settle into your elegant hotel, where you and your fellow guests later enjoy dinner.
Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Buenos Aires, ArgentinaTake in compelling highlights of Buenos Aires, such as the Plaza
de Mayo, La Boca and San Telmo, as well as some of the vibrant,
colorful graffiti art that adorns neighborhoods throughout the
city. Break for lunch on your own, and then enjoy an afternoon
at leisure. This evening, transfer to Rojo Tango for dinner,
followed by a captivating tango show that celebrates Argentina’s
national dance.
Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 Iguazu FallsThis morning, board a flight to Iguazu, where you have lunch
at the Melia Hotel, inside Iguazu National Park in Argentina.
Then, set out to view the magnificent Iguazu Falls, traversing
raised walkways and seeing the Devil’s Throat with your
expert guide. Afterward, cross the border to Brazil on your
way to the Hotel Das Cataratas, a Belmond Hotel and the
only hotel located inside the Iguassu National Park in Brazil.
This tropical rainforest is home to rare birds such as macaws,
toucans and parrots, as well as monkeys, caimans, armadillos
and even jaguars, so keep your eyes peeled. Check in to your
hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Hotel Das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 Iguazu FallsObserve the mighty falls from two different vantage points,
starting with a walking tour on the Brazilian side, taking
in spectacular views and basking in a natural setting filled
with orchids, colorful birds and endemic wildlife. Then,
embark on a boat tour that takes you up close to the foot
of the plummeting cascades for a visceral experience of the
rainbow-making mists. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure.
Tonight, gather for dinner at your hotel.
Hotel Das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9 Rio de Janeiro, BrazilFly to marvelous Rio de Janeiro and savor lunch at a true
Brazilian taste sensation, Assador — a restaurant that takes
barbeque to succulent new heights. This afternoon, tour
iconic Sugarloaf, ascending to the mountain’s upper reaches
to take in panoramic vistas of the city and Guanabara
Bay, and toasting the incredible view on a relaxing Scenic Sundowner experience. Check into your hotel and enjoy the
rest of the evening at your leisure.
Fairmont Rio De Janeiro Copacabana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 10 Rio de JaneiroExplore downtown Rio de Janeiro on a tour of the historic
city center, viewing sites central to local history and culture.
Along the way, hop on and off the Rio VLT electric train,
which also carries you to the revitalized port area to view
the massive street murals by artist Eduardo Kobra, each a
dazzling example of Brazilian graffiti art. Then, get a taste of
the city’s Carnival culture, enjoying insider access that takes
you backstage to see the construction process of costumes
and floats. Later this afternoon, travel to the heights of
Corcovado Mountain for a spectacular glimpse of Rio. Also
behold Corcovado’s crowning jewel, the majestic 120-foot-high
statue of Christ the Redeemer — one of the Seven
Wonders of the Modern World. Complete the evening with
a special farewell dinner in the bohemian neighborhood of
Santa Teresa, where you share stories and raise a toast to
your amazing journey across South America.
Fairmont Rio De Janeiro Copacabana
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11 Rio de JaneiroToday, enjoy the opportunity to experience Rio de Janeiro
your way, with one of these
Design your Day activities.
Visit a Local NGO, supported by Abercrombie &
Kent Philanthropy, that works to foster a favela-based
ecosystem in the Vidigal favela.
Bicycle Iconic Rio Neighborhoods: Copacabana,
Ipanema, Leblon and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Indulge in a Relaxing Massage with aromatic essential
oils at your luxurious hotel’s spa.
Afterward, transfer to the airport for your departing flight.
Fairmont Rio De Janeiro Copacabana (Dayroom)
Meals: Breakfast