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Argentina's Wild Patagonia Grand Estancia Style

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November 19 – December 2, 2008

  • Los Glaciares Park
    Spectacular Andean peaks, panoramic trekking and riding

  • Bahia Bustamante
    Rugged coastal peninsula with penguins, sea lions, seabirds, marine life

  • Esteros del Ibera Reserve
    Wetland and savanna landscape, wildlife reminiscent of the Pantanal

Argentina presents an overwhelming range of landscapes and we visit three of the most distinctive based at legendary estancias. Historically cattle country, immense ranches or estancias, have been operated by families for generations. Now tourism has become another venture for the descendents of original settlers. You will experience the gracious service of Argentines, ride with the gauchos, navigate the seas, trek into the mountains, walk on a glacier, and explore vast stretches of incredibly diverse habitats for flora and fauna.

Buenos Aires, a world class city, demands time for the richness of culture found here. Two days will not nearly suffice, but will provide a glimpse of a most exciting city.

ARGENTINA TRIP COST AND CONDITIONS

US$ 6,200 per person (based on group of 10, double occupancy):

Please call immediately if you are interested in this trip.

Reservations have been made but have not been confirmed until payment of deposit is made by the client, and the flow of the itinerary and visits may vary when the exact dates and itinerary are approved. Pre-Trip information on logistics, weather and packing will be provided.

In-country tour operator and services provider is Maiten.

  • Included: Private transportation, Airport transfers, Private Bilingual Naturalist Guide, All meals as detailed in itinerary, Entrance fees, Accommodations in double-room, Local taxes on lodging and meals, Airfares (domestic airfares are estimated at US$ 980), Tips for Maids, Porters, Guides and Drivers
  • Not Included: Airport Departure tax (US$ 18 per person), Optional Tours, Personal expenses, Alcoholic beverages unless specified, Any service or activity not specified above

PASSPORT

A valid passport is mandatory to enter any foreign country and to return to the United States. Passport must be valid for 6 months beyond return date.

CURRENCY FLUCTUATIONS AND PRICE GUARANTEE

Once payment is made in full, price will be guaranteed as stated. In the meantime, fluctuations in the rate of exchange may result in the need to amend the price.

REFUND SCHEDULE

Final payment is due 90 days prior to trip departure. A full refund will be given up to 90 days prior to the date of departure, minus a US$ 250 administrative fee. Once final payment is made, there are no refunds within 90 days of trip departure as airfare is booked at that time, and hotel non-refundable deposits have been made.

We highly recommend trip insurance, which include cancellation and trip delay coverage, as well as luggage and medical coverage. Most trip insurance policies waive pre-existing conditions if you sign up for trip insurance within 15 days of sending this registration form and paying your initial trip deposit.

EXPECTATIONS OF PARTICIPANTS

This tour will include onsite visits to private gardens, National Parks and local farms. Please keep in mind that the very nature of an eco-tour will put us in out-of-the-way places. This means walking trails might be rough or steep, and there is always a chance of encountering insects.

You are travelling into a developing country. Conditions are not the same as in the United States. We stay in the private farms (Estancias), accommodations will be wonderfully pleasant, but often rustic, and rooms will not have air-conditioning. Please leave your country with the attitude that you are travelling to Argentina to experience another culture, another climate, and to see how people in another country live. The food is incredible, the culture is captivating and the scenery is beyond belief.

We will dine in different places during the trip. Although Argentines are very accommodating, there are limits to meeting special dietary needs. Special foods and/or special preparations may not be available at each or any stop.You will thoroughly enjoy this trip, and find all locations we visit absolutely delightful. Please always remember you are in a different country.


Questions? Please call. Linda Ingram, toll free 1.877.626.2456, or Contact Us

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