ARGENTINA

Jardin Japones by Luis Argerich
ARGENTINA
CUSTOMIZE
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INTERNATIONAL GARDEN SERIES
THIS PROGR
18 Days | Choose your dates
From the many wonderful
public parks of Buenos Aires to
the cloud forests and arid regions
of the north; from the famous
lake district and national parks
of Northern Patagonia to the
jungles of Iguazu; this tour
combines some of Argentina’s
most amazing sites, sounds,
tastes, culture, flora, and fauna.
Combine all of that with
fabulous hotels, a jungle lodge,
and a country hosteria, and you
have one of the most memorable
experiences of your life.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Stroll through Jardin Japones, Rosedal de Buenos Aires, Jardin
Botanico Carlos Thays, La Recoleta Cemetery, and the Zoo de Buenos
Aires.
• Learn of the operations of flora nurseries.
• Feel the spirit of Argentina with an evening of tango.
• Safari through the deep gorges and Churqui Forests.
• View the snow-capped mountains of Los Cardones Parque Nacional.
• Visit some of the finest wineries in Cafayate.
• Hike along San Lorenzo Canyon and take in the Enchanted Valley.
• Spend a day hiking and boat riding in Parque Nacional Los Alerces,
home to the largest tree species in South America.
• Travel by boat along the mesmerizing waters of the Argentina Lake
District.
• Hike along on the trails of Parque Nacional Los Arrayanes.
• Experience the wonders of Iguazu Falls.
• Absorb the abundant wildlife and tropical plant species in the jungles
north of Iguazu Falls.
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ITINERARY
BLD = BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER
DAY 1 - DEPARTURE
En route to Buenos Aires.
DAY 2 - BUENOS AIRES
Upon arrival this morning in Buenos Aires, after clearing customs
and collecting your luggage, meet your guide and transfer to Malabia
House. This afternoon take a drive through the different areas of
this interesting and exciting city. This evening a welcome dinner will
celebrate the beginning of your tour. Overnight at Malabia House
Hotel. (D)
DAY 3 - BUENOS AIRES
Explore the zoo, public parks, and fascinating cemetery of Buenos
Aires, including Jardin Japones, Rosedal, Jardin Botanico Carlos Thays,
Jardin Zoologico, and Cementerio de la Recoleta. Enjoy a café lunch
and the evening at leisure to sample the incredible food, wine, and
entertainment of Buenos Aires. Overnight at Malabia House Hotel. (BL)
DAY 4 - BUENOS AIRES
Travel to several plant nurseries in the outskirts of Buenos Aires. Ruta
de la Flor, Escobar, Buenos Aires, is home to over seven excellent
wholesale nurseries such as Orquideas Saito, Vivero Hisaki, and Vivero
Sawatani. Spend time with the owners and managers of these nurseries,
learning of their type of operations, exportation, and the challenges
facing the industry. This evening, witness an amazing performance of
music and dance - tango - at Piazzolla Tango. Overnight at Malabia
House Hotel. (BLD)
DAY 5 - SALTA
This morning transfer to the Buenos Aires Municipal Airport and fly
to Salta. Upon arrival in Salta transfer to your accommodations. The
afternoon is free to settle in and discover the magic of La Casa de Los
Jazmines. Overnight at La Casa de Los Jazmines. (BD)
DAY 11 - BARILOCHE
Embark on a boating trip across the beautiful lakes that form part of
the famous Lake District shared between Chile and Argentina. There
will also be an opportunity to explore Parque Nacional Los Arrayanes.
Los Arrayanes was created in 1971 to protect its forest of the rare
arrayán trees, Luma apiculata. Maiten, coihue (southern beeches),
lenga, nire, and colorful shrubs such as notro and chilco are also found
in these forests. Overnight at Llao Llao Resort and Spa. (BL)
DAY 12 - BARILOCHE
Today is at leisure and take advantage of the amenities and wonders of
Llao Llao and the surrounding environment. Overnight at Llao Llao
Resort and Spa. (B)
DAY 13 - IGUAZU FALLS
This morning ytransfer to the airport for the flight to Iguazu Falls.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel,the perfectly situated Sheraton
Internacional Iguazu Resort. This afternoon take a boat tour of the falls
from the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls. A memorable experience and a
spectacle of nature, Iguazu Falls are considered a wonder of the world.
Overnight at Sheraton Internacional Iguazu Resort. (B)
DAY 14 - IGUAZU NATIONAL PARK
This morning you will visit the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Later
transfer to Yacutinga Lodge, deep in the forests of Iguazu National
Park. Overnight at Yacutinga Lodge (BD)
DAY 15 - IGUAZU NATIONAL PARK
Begin the day early to make the most of the immense nature around
you - a quick breakfast and then out to the boats for a quiet float along
the San Francisco stream, into the nature reserve of Yacutinga. Return
to the lodge for an early lunch. The afternoon is at leisure. Overnight at
Yacutinga Lodge (BLD)
DAY 16 - IGUAZU NATIONAL PARK
Spend the day at leisure to explore the forests with guides or on your
own. Overnight at Yacutinga Lodge (BLD)
DAY 6 - SALTA
Begin to explore northern Argentina’s fascinating ecosystems at Parque
Nacional Los Cardones. Continue to the winery town of Cafayate, the
hub of one of the country’s key wine regions. Later transfer to the hotel
for a night at leisure. Overnight at La Casa de Los Jazmines. (BLD)
DAY 17 - BUENOS AIRES
Transfer to the Iguazu Falls Airport for your morning flight to Buenos
Aires. Upon arrival transfer to the Malabia House and take some time
to relax before celebrating your time in Argentina with another dinner
and exciting tango show. Overnight at Malabia House Hotel (BD)
DAY 7 - SALTA
Spend today in Parque Nacional Calilegua, located 150km north
of Salta and featuring the most accessible hiking trails in this wellprotected area of Yungas ecosystem. Your guided walks along the forest
paths will lead you to pristine areas of lush vegetation, streams, pools
and cliffs, which afford wonderful views and good opportunities for
finding rare and shy birds like the antpitta. Overnight at La Casa de Los
Jazmines. (BLD)
DAY 18 - FAREWELL!
Enjoy a day at leisure before transferring to the airport for your flight
back to the United States. (B)
DAY 8 - ESQUEL
This morning transfer to the airport and fly to Esquel in Northern
Patagonia. Upon arrival transfer to Cumbres Blancas Hosteria, an
authentic Patagonian inn. Esquel is a tranquil town with wide avenues
divided by densely planted medians, and is the gateway to Parque
Nacional Los Alerces. The late afternoon and evening are at leisure
to relax and enjoy the amenities at Cumbres Blancas. Overnight at
Cumbres Blancas Hosteria. (BD)
DAY 9 - ESQUEL
Spend the day in Parque Nacional Los Alerces, home of the Patagonian
cypress. In addition to the alerce, the park’s other conifers include the
Chilean incense cedar and the Guaiteca cypress. Travel through the
park by vehicle, boat rides across mountain lakes, and hiking trails.
Overnight at Cumbres Blancas Hosteria. (BLD)
DAY 10 - BARILOCHE
Travel north to San Carlos de Bariloche. Late afternoon at leisure.
Overnight at Llao Llao Resort and Spa. (BL)
PROGRAM PRICING
$6,748 (18 participants + 2 leaders)
Cost does not include international or internal airfare.
Single supplement $3,428.
THE FINE PRINT
Holiday surcharges may apply. Program may incur unforeseen fuel
surcharges. A $200 per person deposit and enrollment form is due
upon booking and no later than four months prior to departure. This
deposit is refundable until 95 days prior to departure excluding a $100
cancellation fee. Final payments are due no later than 95 days prior to
departure. Cancellations received less than 95 days prior to departure
are not refundable. Travel/trip cancellation insurance is strongly
recommended. For more information call Travel Insured at 800243-3174 or visit www.travelinsured.com. Holbrook Travel’s agency
number is 15849.
This program includes optional carbon offsetting with
ClimateSafe. Learn more at holbrooktravel.com/climatesafe
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