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Highlights
of South America
Argentina,
Uruguay and Brazil aboard the M.S. Andrea
We invite you aboard MS Andrea during the
maiden season of our “Highlights of South America” program, to explore the culturally
diverse and scenic coastal areas stretching from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro.
Delightful
accommodations aboard the 105-passenger Andrea, transfers and most shore
excursions, all meals; even wine and beer with lunch and dinner are included.
Detailed itinerary as follows:
Day
1 - Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina
Overnight flight to Buenos
Aires from featured U.S. gateways. In-flight meals and
snacks served.
Day
2 - Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
Meet our representative at
the airport in the morning following your international
flight. Drive through Buenos Aires, via comfortable motorcoach,
on an orientation tour and continue on to the pampas outside
the city for a visit to a traditional estancia. Enjoy a
traditional barbecue luncheon, music and gaucho demonstration.
In the afternoon, return to Buenos Aires for embarkation
aboard the M.S. Andrea. Overnight in Buenos Aires.
Day 3 - Buenos Aires
Following breakfast, join a motorcoach tour of the capital
city and cultural center of Argentina that includes the
Treatro Colon Opera House, Plaza de Mayo, Recoleta Cemetery,
and the Presidential Palace known as Casa Rosada. Afternoon at
leisure. This evening, join other passengers for an optional
evening dinner and Tango show at El Querandi restaurant.
Andrea departs Buenos Aires at midnight.
Day 4 - Montevideo, Uruguay
This morning, our excursion explores the most interesting
places in Montevideo: the historic quarter with its rich
architecture, the Plaza Independencia, port market, the
Parliament Palace and El Prado. We will also drive through
elegant residential areas such as Carrasco, Punta Gorda and
Pocitos, and along some of Montevideo’s beautiful beaches.
Depart early this afternoon. This evening, enjoy the
Captain’s Welcome Aboard cocktail party and dinner.
Day 5 - Cruising the Brazilian
Coast
On our way north to Florianópolis, visit the observation
platform for a bird’s-eye view of the passing coastline, or
just relax on deck. In the Kittiwake Lounge, our onboard
lecturer will talk about the colonial history of Argentina,
Uruguay and Brazil.
Day 6 - Florianópolis, Brazil
Mostly situated on the island of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis—or
Floripa, as it is affectionately known to regular visitors
here—is recognized for its 42 beautiful beaches. Relax or
stroll along some of these white-sand masterpieces, or enjoy
shopping in the town’s boutiques and shops. Depart
mid-afternoon for Santos and the largest city in South
America: São Paulo.
Day 7 - Santos, Brazil
From our dock in Santos, travel via comfortable motorcoach
inland to the capital city of Brazil, São Paulo. It is one of
the largest, most modern cities in the world, with more than
30 parks and some magnificent architecture. Our full-day
excursion takes in the major sights and includes lunch.
Continue our cruise north this evening.
Day 8 - Parati, Brazil
Parati was an important trading port for gold in colonial
times, and has remained virtually unchanged in terms of its
18th-century Portuguese architecture. The entire town has been
designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and our walking tour
along cobblestone streets will take in the whitewashed
buildings and lovely old churches. The afternoon is free to
explore on your own. This evening, enjoy the Captain’s
Farwell Dinner as we head for our final destination: Rio de
Janeiro.
Day 9 - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Our morning arrival in Rio offers a unique perspective of this
spectacularly situated city, with Corcovado and Sugar Loaf
Mountain towering overhead. The morning is at leisure. This
afternoon, join other passengers for a panoramic tour of the
city, including Sugar Loaf Mountain and Rio’s gleaming white
beaches. Return to the ship for dinner. An optional evening
dinner and Samba show at a local restaurant is also available.
Day 10 - RIO / HOME -or extend
your trip
Disembark this morning after breakfast (with luggage) for
excursion to Corcovado, or “Hunchback” Mountain. There is
perhaps no more spectacular sight of any city on earth from
the bird’s-eye vantage point underneath the sweeping arms of
the famed statue, Christ the Redeemer. Head to a local
restaurant for lunch, then continue on to the airport for your
return evening flight to the USA.
Pre
and Post EXTENSIONS
in Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Iguassu Falls are
available.
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