MONOGRAMS 2008: FROM THE AMAZON TO THE INCA EMPIRE (ISHB)

20 days

Begin your 20-day exploration in Manaus with guided city sightseeing and a visit to a LOCAL MARKET. A "Meeting of the Waters" CRUISE takes you along the chocolate-colored Rio Negro to its confluence with the yellow-gray Rio Solimoes. See them flow side by side for four miles without mixing! Stay at the ECOPARK JUNGLE LODGE inside the Amazonian Rainforest, with jungle walks, canoe explorations, and visits to a MONKEY RESERVE and the Caboclo's NATIVE AMAZON VILLAGE. Three nights in Rio allow for free time, guided city sightseeing, and a visit to SUGAR LOAF MOUNTAIN. Next, fly to IGUASSU FALLS and explore both the Brazilian and Argentine sides before heading to Buenos Aires. Your 3-night stay includes guided sightseeing and time to discover the "Paris of South America" on your own. Next stop is Lima for guided city sightseeing and free time. In Cuzco, guided city sightseeing highlights the MONASTERY, CATHEDRAL, and SACSAYHUAMAN. Enjoy an excursion to PISAC to visit with locals and buy local wares before visiting the Incan fortress of OLLANTAYTAMBO. Next day, a train ride through the Sacred Valley ends in MACHU PICCHU. You may want to walk up to the Sun Gate, the ancient entrance used by the Incas. After a morning at leisure in Machu Picchu, return to Cuzco for free time followed by a free day in Lima.

HOTELS
MANAUS: TROPICAL MANAUS RESORT, The Tropical Manaus situated on the banks of the Rio Negro offers 2 pools, tennis and volley ball courts, beauty parlor, shopping arcade, two restaurants, and several bars.

AMAZON JUNGLE: ECOPARK JUNGLE LODGE, Inside the Amazon Jungle on the Rio Negro, enjoy daily excursions to learn about the flora, fauna and indigenous tribes. Rooms feature private facilities and air-conditioning.

RIO DE JANIERO: OLINDA OTHON, Located on Copacabana Beach, this hotel features spacious rooms with modern facilities, a restaurant, bar, and business center.

IGUASSU FALLS: BOURBON CATARATAS, Bourbon Cataratas, near Iguassu Falls National Park, offers two pools, a health club, and two restaurants.

BUENOS AIRES: HOWARD JOHNSON RECOLETA, The Recoleta is centrally located near the Colon Theatre, Recoleta Cemetary, and other popular sites-a perfect base for exploring the city.

LIMA: JOSE ANTONIO EXECUTIVE, The Jose Antonio Executive is located in Miraflores- walking distance from shopping centers, the best restaurants, parks, and art galleries, and just three blocks away from the Pacific Ocean.

CUZCO: NOVOTEL CUZCO, The Novotel Cuzco is located in the heart of the city center, close to Plaza de Armas, the cathedral, and Inca Museum. The hotel is built around an early 16thcentury house.

MACHU PICCHU: SUMAQ HOTEL, The Sumaq Hotel is located at the foot of the Machu Picchu ruins and boasts an Andean health spa, bar, restaurant, and business center.

Call (877) 213-0051 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7293669

Tour Operator
Globus
Duration
20 Days
Escorted
Escorted - No
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Board your flightBoard your overnight flight.
Day 2ManausArrival in Manaus, Brazil; guided city sightseeing.
Day 3Amazon JungleCruise.
Day 4Amazon JungleView exotic wildlife on a jungle tour; visit Monkey Jungle Reserve and a local community; take a nighttime canoe wildlife ride.
Day 5Manaus-RioFly to Rio.
Day 6Rio de JaneiroGuided city sightseeing.
Day 7Rio de JaneiroGuided city sightseeing.
Day 8Rio-Iguassu FallsFly to Iguassu Falls to see the Brazilian side of the Falls and the Argentine side on day 9.
Day 9Rio-Iguassu FallsFly to Iguassu Falls to see the Brazilian side of the Falls and the Argentine side on day 9.
Day 10Iguassu Falls-Buenos AiresFly to Buenos Aires.
Day 11Buenos AiresGuided city sightseeing.
Day 12Buenos AiresGuided city sightseeing.
Day 13Buenos Aires-Lima, PeruFly to Lima.
Day 14LimaGuided city sightseeing.
Day 15Lima-CuzcoFly to Cuzco; guided city sightseeing.
Day 16CuzcoExcursion to Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
Day 17Cuzco-Machu Picchu-CuzcoExplore Machu Picchu.
Day 18Cuzco-Machu Picchu-CuzcoExplore Machu Picchu.
Day 19Cuzco-LimaFly to Lima.
Day 20Return HomeDepart for US and arrive home.
Dates/Pricing
DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
November 27, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
November 28, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
November 29, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
November 30, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 01, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 02, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 04, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 05, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 06, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 07, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 08, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 09, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 11, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
December 30, 2008$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
January 01, 2009$3,449.00* (USD) / Land Only PriceQuote
Disclaimer
US$ Price Details

**Land-only price does not include intra-vacation flights. Intra-vacation flights are available priced from $1720.

Tuesday departures from the US to Manaus are not available.

Single Room Supplement:
$1214.

Triple Room reduction per person:
$85.

EXTRA NIGHTS PER PERSON IN MANAUS:
In single room $167; in twin room $95; in triple room $94.

EXTRA NIGHTS PER PERSON IN LIMA:
In single room $92; in twin room $58; in triple room $56.

AIRPORT TRANSFERS:
Included if Monograms issues the ticket.

2009 prices and itineraries subject to change.

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-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
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Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.

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