South America!

       Rio de Janeiro**Igussau Falls**Buenos Aires

Come join us for a wonderful trip to the best of South America where we’ll visit Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, and then end our stay in exciting Buenos Aires, Argentina!
We’ll start our journey with 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro with our hotel near famed Copacabana Beach. Sightseeing includes taking the cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain for great views of the bay and visit Corcovado, Rio’s highest mountain crowned by the statue Christ the Redeemer.
Next, we’ll head to Iguassu Falls, one of the most impressive natural displays in the world. We’ll take walking tours along the trails on both the Brazil and Argentina sides of the falls, crossing the border to do so.  See dramatic close-up views of the falls and have a thrilling encounter with the ‘Devil’s Throat’.
Then we depart for Buenos Aires, Argentina, also known as the Paris of South America. See the beautiful public squares and parks of this wonderful city, including Plaza de Mayo, Plaza del Congreso, Palermo Park, Recoleta Cemetery where Evita is buried, the president’s residence and Avenida 9 de Julio, the world’s widest boulevard.  Also enjoy a tango show!
Come join us on this great trip to experience the best of what South America has to offer!

Don’t miss out on this fun and affordable trip!! We’ve had a lot of requests for South America and expect a good group to sign up!!

Price Includes all of this…..

• Arrival and departure transfers are included 
• Regional airfare within South America:
• Rio de Janeiro to Iguassu Falls
• Iguaza Falls to Buenos Aires
• Roundtrip transfers to/from above listed airports
• All taxes and gratuities for hotels and included meals
• All admissions and fees as noted in itinerary
• All tips to porters on/off the buses, in/out airports and hotels
• All transfers & sightseeing via private, air-conditioned motorcoaches with drivers & guides
• Total 7 nights accommodations
• 3 nights at the Golden Tulip Continental in Rio de Janeiro
• 1 night at the Mabu Thermas Hotel in Iguassu Falls
• 3 nights at the Loi Suites Recoleta in Buenos Aires
• Welcome cocktail party/mixer
• 8 Total Meals                      
• 7 Daily buffet breakfasts (B)
• 1 Dinner with Tango Show (D)
• Free roommate matching if signing up before final payment
• Singles Travel Company representative (restrictions apply)

Transfers and sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary and below….. 

• See famous Copacabana Beach
• Take a cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain
• Visit Corcovado Mountain- see the statue of “Christ the Redeemer” and the view of the city
• Take the scenic route from Corcovado thru Tijuca Rain Forest- see plants and animals
• Free day in both Rio and Buenos Aires for optional activities
• Walking tour of Iguassu Falls-Brazil side includes panoramic views of the falls
• Walking tour of Iguazu Falls-Argentina side including the most impressive-Devil’s Throat Falls
• City tour of Buenos Aires-see the public squares & parks, including Plaza de Mayo, Plaza del Congreso, Palermo Park, see the Pink House (presidential palace), Colon Theater, 9th of July Avenue and visit Recoleta Cemetery, where Evita is buried
• Dinner and Tango Show

 Itinerary 
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Day 1, Sat. Nov 20                              USA / Rio de Janeiro
          Depart the USA aboard your flight to Rio de Janiero, Brazil!

Day 2, Sun. Nov 21                             Rio de Janeiro
          We arrive in Rio this morning and transfer to our beachfront hotel on famed Copacabana Beach. You can start exploring or rest and then in the afternoon we’ll have a tour to Sugar Loaf Mountain. We begin the two-stage ascent by cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf for breathtaking views of Guanabara Bay and Rio. After our return to our hotel we’ll enjoy a welcome cocktail party/mixer.   Then dinner this evening is at leisure with new friends from the group. 

Our Hotel-Rio de Janeiro - Golden Tulip Continental (3 nights)
Our hotel features all the comforts and conveniences you need with 275 rooms equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, safe, high speed internet connection, telephone and minibar. The hotel facilities are: swimming pool, lobby bar, fitness, sauna, restaurant and room service.  Situated in a quiet residential area, only two blocks from Copacabana beach at Leme and a couple of blocks from Lido Subway Station. It is within walking distance from excellent shopping, restaurants, and many nightclubs.            

Day 3, Mon. Nov 22                           Corcovado
          Today our tour begins at Corcovado, Rio’s highest mountain, crowned by the famous statue of Christ the Redeemer. Enjoy the exceptional views and then continue via the scenic route through Tijuca Rain Forest, the largest urban park in the world, and part of the rapidly diminishing coastal rainforest of Brazil. Here you will see many monkeys and birds, and exotic plants native to this rainforest.
The rest of the day is free to explore!  (B)

Day 4, Tues. Nov 23                            Day at Leisure
          Today is a free day to relax and enjoy this city.  Your Singles Travel Company representative will have some ideas for fun things to see and do or check out the shopping, museums, and local sights. (B)
                                                                               

Day 5, Wed. Nov 24                           Rio to Iguassu Falls
          We fly away from vibrant Rio to explore one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, Iguassu Falls. You will hear the falls’ mighty thunder even before you see them! We’ll enjoy an extended walking tour of the falls, culminating with a knock out view of the main part of the Falls, called the Devil’s Throat. From the Brazil side we’ll have panoramic views of the entire 2 & 1/2 miles of falls, and you will view the Devil’s Throat from the bottom up. After the tour we’ll be transferred to your hotel for overnight. (B)

Our Hotel-Iguassu Falls area- Mabu Thermas Hotel (1 night)
                The resort has comfortable and well furnished rooms that are equipped with a host of modern amenities. Guests have at their choice a full structure of bars and restaurants, with a varied menu full of regional flavors. For your leisure, the property offers a host of features like the fitness centre, sports activities, sauna, massages, and swimming pool.

 The Iguassu Falls are located at the border of Brazil and Argentina with National Parks on both sides of the falls.  70% of Iguassu Falls is located on Argentinean territory, but most of the Falls face Brazil, so it is advisable to see the Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides. The natural border between the countries is the Iguassu River.
The falls are in a horseshoe form, 1.6 miles wide between the two countries and these Falls are 60 feet higher than falls at Niagara Falls and about one and a half times as wide.  The biggest attraction is "Devil’s Throat" where the largest volume of water passes with a strong and impressive roar that can be heard several miles away.
The Falls are without a doubt majestic and breathtaking. The environment is rich in vegetation and fauna and there are about 400 species of birds including five members of the toucan family and over 100 species of butterflies.

Day 6, Thurs. Nov 25                        Iguassu Falls to Buenos Aires
                We have a morning departure for Argentina, where we’ll have a whole new view of the falls. We cross into Argentina via the Friendship Bridge and clear Argentine customs. Then walk along the river’s edge where a myriad of flora and fauna inhabits this semi-tropical area. We’ll cross small bridges over tiny waterfalls, climb up the embankment to lookout points, and finally arrive at the main part of the falls, the Devil’s Throat. On the Argentine side you will be able to walk in and out of the falls, and you can view the Devil’s Throat from the top down. We’ll have time to buy some lunch at the visitor center after the tour before we are transferred to the airport on the Argentine side of the falls for our flight to cosmopolitan Buenos Aires.
On arrival in Buenos Aires, we’re transferred to our hotel where the rest of the day is at leisure to start exploring this wonderful city! (B)

Our Hotel-Buenos Aires-Loi Suites Recoleta (3 nights)
Our hotel is located in an elegant area of the city within walking distance from museums, art galleries, shopping areas, historical architecture and beautiful parks.  The hotel features large rooms that combine warmth, style and the latest technology. Amenities include a breakfast buffet, wireless internet, a heated outdoor swimming pool, a gym and a sauna.

Day 7, Fri. Nov 26                              Buenos Aires
                See why Buenos Aires is called the “Paris of South America” on a half-day tour of this elegant city. Drive by the public squares and parks, including Plaza de Mayo, Plaza del Congreso and Palermo Park. See the Pink House (presidential palace), Colon Theater, 9th of July Avenue and visit Recoleta Cemetery where Evita is buried.
Our afternoon is at leisure and then this evening we enjoy our dinner and Tango Show! (B,D)
                               
Day 8, Sat. Nov 27                               Buenos Aires Day free for optional tours (B)
                Today is a full free day to explore this wonderful city.  Your group leader will have suggestions but make sure you research what you want to see.  Maybe take an optional Gaucho Festival Tour which includes a full-day excursion into the Argentine pampas for an authentic Gaucho Festival and BBQ. You will have a demonstration of the gauchos’ considerable skills at horsemanship, followed by songs and dances, and lots of great BBQ and wine. ($89)

Day 9, Sun. Nov 28                              Depart Buenos Aires/USA
                 You have almost another full day to enjoy the shopping and sites of this exciting city before it’s time to say good-by to new found friends!  We are transferred to the airport to commence our journeys home on our overnight flights to the U.S. (B)

Day 10, Mon. Nov 29
                  Arrive into the U.S. this am to your home town or make your connection flight to home.

Come join us on this great trip to experience the best of what South America has to offer!

Price
$1999  land only, per person, based on double occupancy (we can match you with a roommate)

Prefer a room to yourself? - Add $699 to above rate. Limited Availability

Pre and post nights
Pre Night-        Rio de Janeiro-$89 double occupancy, per person; $159 for a room by yourself.
Post Night-       Buenos Aires-$119 double occupancy, per person; $229 for a room by yourself.
Shares-we’ll try and find a roommate for you, but not guaranteed. Rooms based on availability.

Airfare is additional.  We will try and coordinate flights from your hometown through Miami for the group-call for details. You need to fly from the U.S. November 20 into Rio de Janeiro (RIO), Brazil arriving November 21 and leaving from Buenos Aires (EZE), Argentina, November 28, arriving back into the U.S. the next day, November 29.
Airport transfers are included for arrival into Rio and departure from Buenos Aires on dates of trip only.   Arrival and departure transfers on dates other than tour dates- $45 each way.
Travel Insurance is highly recommended.  An information packet will be mailed to you with your deposit invoice receipt. 
Passport- A current U.S. passport is required for travel.  Non-U.S. citizens please consult with your local consulate for any needed passports or visas for entry into these countries.
A visa is required for U.S. citizens to enter Brazil. You can do this with an online visa service or with any visa service within 90 days of travel only.  Fees vary but are approximately $200. Call with any questions.  Make sure your passport is still valid up to 6 months after the dates of travel. For non-U.S. citizens, consult your local consulate for passport and visa requirements.
Price Does Not Include  Brazil visa; bottled beverages or alcoholic drinks with included meals; items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, incidental charges at the hotels; tips to drivers and guides; travel insurance.
Health requirements: Currently there are no required immunizations/shots needed for this trip but you must check with your medical provider for any recommended immunizations or need for updating your immunizations for travel to these countries. You can also check the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/travel/ or call them at (404) 639-3534.
This trip- is for the active single who likes to ‘get out and about’ and involves a lot of walking. 
Information on hotels is from the hotels’ literature.

Fine Print –South America-Rio, The Falls, & Buenos Aires, November 20-28/29, 2010
Your payment for a reservation on this trip constitutes consent and acknowledgement of all the provisions in this Fine Print listed below and in the Singles Travel Company General Terms and Conditions. Please make sure you read both of these important pieces of information and call us with any questions.  Fax or mail the reservation form from our website to us when you make your trip deposit.
Deposit of $300.00 is due with your reservation-check preferred (payable to Travel Advisors) or by credit card.
Final paymentis due 75 days prior to trip by credit card or check. 

Cancellation Fee and Refunds     All cancellations must be in writing. Cancellations 91 days or more prior to the trip will receive a full refund of your deposit, less a $50 cancellation fee applied to your credit card.  Any cancellations within 90 days of departure, no refund will be provided.  No refund on unused portions of the trip. After airline tickets are issued, airline cancellations are per the airline’s policy.

                                    Travel/Trip Cancellation insurance is highly recommended

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