4 days, 3 nights
A must see - stand face to face with one of the world's great natural wonders - Iguazú Falls. Experience the combined 275 ft. falls in a massive cascade stretching for nearly 1.7 miles. See its waters cascading over luscious subtropical greenery.
Taller than Niagara Falls, twice as wide with 275 cascades spread in a horseshoe shape over nearly two miles of the Iguazu River, Iguazú Falls are the result of a volcanic eruption which left yet another large crack in the earth.
Iguazú Falls is undoubtedly the most visited place in Misiones and one of the most imposing natural attractions in Argentina, and possibly in South America. In guarani language, the term "Iguazú" means "great waters". It was discovered in 1541 by Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and established in 1984 as Natural World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Situated in Iguazú National Park, some 200 km. from Puerto Iguazú in the north of the province, these falls are shared by Brazil and Argentina. Iguazú river is born in Paraná state in Brazil, and after crossing 1,200 km. on a plateau where it receives several affluents, it reaches a fault forming a crack in the interleaved layers of sandstone and basalt where the river runs.
This river runs through a smooth geography until it reaches a series of faults, and suddenly an 80 m. canyon in the Devil's Throat where the water produces a thundering sound and then drains into the Paraná river. A legend says that a big snake called "Boi" lived in the river. To calm its ferocity, aborigines sacrificed a woman every year as an offering. But once a brave guarani aborigin kidnapped the woman and saved her from the traditional rite escaping through the river. Boi burst in anger, bent its body and split the river forming the cataracts separating the man and the woman.
During your time here you will be able to chose from a variety of excursions (booked locally).
Itinerary (Post Cruise)
Day 1 : Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
Disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for the flight to Buenos Aires. Once there, check-in at the charming 144-room Sofitel Hotel (a member of Leading Hotels of the World), and enjoy the balance of the day at your leisure in Buenos Aires. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
Day 2 : Buenos Aires / Iguazú
Following breakfast this morning transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Iguazú. Time permitting; you will have an approximate 2-hour orientation tour of Buenos Aires en route to the airport.
Upon arrival in Iguazú proceed to the Sheraton International Iguazú Hotel, located inside the Iguazú National Park on the Argentinean side and and the only hotel facing the spectacular Falls. Enjoy a buffet lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon visit the Falls from the Argentine side. From catwalks and observatories marvel at this magnificent spectacle of nature. A train transfer takes you to the balcony of Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) where the river crashes down almost 260 feet forming many colourful rainbows. Afterwards, return to the hotel. This evening enjoy dinner at the hotel and your accommodations in a room offering views of the falls.
Day 3 : Iguazú / Buenos Aires
This morning is at leisure to relax amid the beauty of the national park or take one of the optional tours available. A buffet lunch will be served at the hotel. In the afternoon drive to the airport for your return flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival you will transfer to the 5-star Sofitel Buenos Aires (a member of Leading Hotels of the World) for check-in, where your luggage will be waiting. Dinner will be on your own.
Day 4 : Buenos Aires
Enjoy a morning at leisure, lunch on your own, and a late checkout before your transfer to the international airport for your return flight home.
Please Note: If the flight schedules on the first day did not allow for your orientation tour of Buenos Aires, you may enjoy the tour this morning.
Please note that order of visits may differ.
| Nov 2010 - Dec 2011 |
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| Twin | TBA |
| Supp* | TBA |
* Single supplement.
All above prices are in £s per person based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin room.
YOUR EXTENSION PACKAGE INCLUDES :
- Return economy class flights between Buenos Aires and Iguazú including taxes
- Two nights at the Sofitel Buenos Aires in Buenos Aires (deluxe room).
- One night at the Sheraton International Iguazú Hotel (Falls View room).
- Included Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
- Visits to Iguazú Falls
- Buenos Aires City Tour
- Transfers between airport, hotel and pier in air-conditioned vehicles.
NOT INCLUDED :
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Luggage handling
LUGGAGE INFORMATION :
Please pack one small bag to take with you to Iguazú. Weight restrictions are very strict on domestic Argentinean flights (maximum 33lbs/15kg). The remainder of your luggage will be stored at the hotel until your return to Buenos Aires.
