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to thank the following photographers and organisations whose excellent work ... collection simon heyes john fowler andrew prossin for peregrine polar star ... explorer ii quark expeditions and the audley latin america department www ... travel advice photographic galleries and travel ideas there is also the ... updates meet our team of specialists and submit a detailed on-line itinerary and ... whilst south america is a fascinating and rewarding place to visit it is a ... be frustrating to the visitor we and our local agents endeavour to make sure ... for each sector of your journey and it is likely that the audley specialist ... vehicles driven by a local driver and often also be accompanied by an english ... or we may make use of the local buses and coaches depending on the destination ... and your budget south america boasts some ...

tend to be visited in a logical route and at audley we pride ourselves on being ... to make your trip a more authentic and personal experience during our ... extensive travels throughout the length and breadth of the country researching ... hotels and excursions we have discovered some ... inca trail walk to make the most of the country trips to peru tend to be busy affairs ... with plenty of early mornings and long days although we will ensure that ... you have time to rest and also time to acclimatise to the ... to make use of the spectacular road and rail journeys that link the main towns ... and sights climate peru can be visited all ... the peak season for visiting the andean areas is between may and october ... of fewer visitors greener scenery and abundant flora including orchids at ...

it is however brimming with heritage and a worthwhile stop for a night or two ... are those that remain of the colonial and republican era such as the bustling ... with its grand presidential palace and cathedral where the remains of ... are particularly worth exploring and it is here that lima comes into its own ... as an informative and entertaining city as you learn about ... will see later on your trip the inca and pre-inca ceramics at larco herrera and ... the amazing collection of weapons and jewellery at the gold museum are not to ... be missed and a meal at the huaca pucllana restaurant ... the world s highest passenger railway and an engineering masterpiece the train ... a breathless 4,829 metres in six hours and then threads its way through a plateau ... of glacial lakes mining towns and fertile valleys on its way to huancayo ...

cultures of the northern deserts and the enigmatic giant patterns of the ... arriving at the lost inca cities of the andes it is a full exploration of the country ... to chiclayo visit the temple of sipan and brunning museum drive down the coast ... trujillo visit the wizard s temple and pyramids of the sun and moon morning ... to ica visit the archaeological museum and the huacachina lagoon morning ... lake to visit the floating uros islands and the weaving community on taquile island ... to the city of cuzco a tour of cuzco and the nearby inca ruins including ... sacsayhuaman visit the ruins at pisac and ollantaytambo stay overnight in the ... the train to the railway halt at km104 and walk the truncated inca trail passing ... return to cuzco by train fly to lima and then back to the uk arrival in the uk ...

our favourite latin american countries and our extensive knowledge of bolivia ... many years of operating tailor-made and group travel in this region we return ... regularly and are always on the look out for new ... tours and hotels as they open up we use internal ... flights between the main towns but outside of these areas a lot of the ... drive vehicles accompanied by a guide and skilled driver we are aware that ... to the distances involved the altitude and the frequent delays but firmly believe ... itineraries to peru or chile or both and we have researched the best land routes ... in bolivia are limited as befits a country which does not yet see a high number of ... visitors the main cities of la paz and santa cruz have several top class ... of delightful colonial properties and lake titicaca a couple of comfortable ...

stunning adventure to the heart of the country this tour explores the incredible ... places along bolivia s andean spine from the blue waters of lake ... titicaca to the colonial towns of sucre and potosí to the stark and desolate ... is for those with an adventurous spirit and a hankering to get off the beaten track ... indians on their floating islands and explore the andean eco village visit ... the ruins of tiahuanaco and return to la paz fly to sucre explore ... trip to the colourful indigenous market town of tarabuco travel by road to potosí ... take a tour of the mine and the colonial streets of the city ... the salt mining settlement of colchani and the unusual fish island that is covered ... take a bath in some natural hot springs and walk around the laguna verde take the ...

peru bolivia and chile this itinerary combines three of ... south america s most beautiful and diverse countries explore the city of ... cuzco where inca and spanish heritage is evident on every ... to the shores of lake titicaca and make your way to la paz in bolivia from ... to the surreal southwestern plateau and the salt pans of uyuni before crossing ... a morning tour of the city and the nearby inca ruins drive into the ... sacred valley of the incas and visit pisac ruins and market and the ... by road across the border with bolivia and then take a hydrofoil to the tranquil ... spend the evening exploring its museums and observatory drive to la paz have an ... you will have a tour of this colonial town at leisure optional trips are available ... to laguna verde past licancabur volcano and on to san pedro de atacama in chile ...

the galapagos islands a diminutive country that boasts a wonderfully diverse array ... volcanoes well-preserved colonial towns vibrant and colourful indigenous 24 ... markets and vast tracts of sultry amazon rainforest ... their wide variety of fearless wildlife and as the inspiration for charles darwin s ...

a taste of the colonial heritage of the country we recommend a night or two in one of ... era each has its own particular history and character the grounds are always ... extensive and the settings are often unrivalled ... rural retreat when in the cities and towns the colonial influence manifests itself ... in elegant townhouses with the rooms usually set around a ... courtyard often in the heart of the old town these hotels are ideally placed to ... explore the nearby restaurants and markets ecuador also has a superb ... can host visitors all year round the andean highlands are very much an archetypal ` ... four seasons in one day destination and there are various micro-climates though ... cold at night the amazon region is hot and wet all year round the galapagos ... islands have hot and sunny days with brief showers from ...

quito set in an andean valley with the verdant pichincha ... of quito spreads her silver wings and watches over the fine colonial ... buildings of the old town now a unesco world heritage site its ... with colonial churches monasteries and mansions radiate outwards from ... its abundance of history at every turn and a walking tour here is a must the city ... find the majority of the shops cafes and restaurants from quito you can travel ... characteristic that gives the country its name the equator it is marked by a ... monument and museum and offers the opportunity to stand with ... del angel quito the epitome of style and elegance the mansion del angel is ... oil paintings luxurious chaises longues and rugs this small converted mansion house ... the comforts of the modern day patio andaluz quito situated in the very heart of the ...

the avenue of volcanoes the long and picturesque valley south of quito ... slopes in different shades of green and gold the patchworkquilt fields give way ... some horseback riding the surrounding countryside is also peppered with indigenous ... the east you can visit the pretty spa town of baños resting at the foot of the ... avenue of volcanoes you will reach the town of riobamba which lies in the shadow of ... chimborazo the country s highest volcano this is the starting ... its way south through the mountains and lakes it reaches a steep cliff where a ... such a beautiful selection of volcanoes and mountains ecuador is a popular trekking ... your trip we can offer practical advice and excellent guides and support teams at ... is small enough to explore on foot and has a plethora of fine town houses and ...

overview of the highlights of chile and will reveal the breathtaking diversity ... landscape of the atacama desert and take walking horse-riding or jeep ... excursions around the dunes lagoons and volcanoes from here travel south to the ... take a full day trip to the coastal towns of valparaíso and viña del mar fly to ... the el tatio geysers or toconao and the salar de atacama these are examples ... lake llanquihue fly to punta arenas and then drive through windswept patagonian ... by neat vines stretching towards the andes we thoroughly recommend a night or two ... this fertile valley taste the wines and lunch on steak at one of the ... a cheerful place a mix of chic seafront and artistic old town surrounded by a ... mystical and remote area of stunning scenery that ... climbs east into the andes famed for having the clearest skies in ...

lakes and vine yards compare the cultural ... capitals of santiago and buenos aires cross the andes between ... the two countries by road and boat and sample chilean and argentinian wines in ... vineyards this trip is a leisurely and indulgent one ideal for those who enjoy ... the good life picture-perfect scenery and fine cuisine and wine day 1 day 2 day 3 ... at leisure morning tour of the city and afternoon drive south into the lush ... return to santiago fly to puerto montt and transfer to puerto varas a full day s ... of peulla continue journey by vehicle and boat to bariloche argentina take a ... to buenos aires evening dinner and tango show a full day tour of the ... of the city including the casa rosada and la boca fly from buenos aires to ... our favourite lodges in the oasis town of san pedro de atacama include the ...

chile s capital end it in argentina s and experience the deep south of the ... highlights on the ground in each country before and after the cruise day 1 day 2 ... transfer to puerto varas explore the town in the afternoon a full day tour around ... the lakes and national parks a full day sailing on ... the straits of magellan see sea lions and penguin colonies and round cape horn ... garden with its own private beach and dock lies the antumalal hotel the hotel ... s design was very advanced for its time and provided the inspiration for the ... renowned explora hotels in atacama and patagonia the hotel s modern style is ... combined with cosy comfort and personalised service the pollak family ... have managed it since the beginning and luxurious facilities include a heated ... outdoor swimming pool and tennis court with excursions on foot by ...

have owned the property for generations and who still make their living from it ... or horseback relax by the swimming pool and enjoy the hearty hospitality of your ... home to argentina s famous polo ponies and players and we can arrange lessons and ... el rosario la escondida la porteña and dos talas please talk to our ... the one that best suits your wishes and budget la bamba recognisable for its ... rose-coloured exterior roofed verandas and watchtower la bamba is a beautiful ... which guests can horse-ride fish hike and join in activities on the farm or ... pool bedrooms are old-fashioned unique and charming croquet games take place on ... the perfectly manicured lawn and a swimming pool is shaded by glorious ... argentinian beef uruguay the tiny country of uruguay lies sandwiched between its ...

loops up into argentina s dramatic and little-visited northwestern area giving ... travel through lunar landscapes gorges and salt flats before crossing over the ... boulevards will provide a stark and interesting contrast from the sweeping ... arid scenery you have seen and you can enjoy exploring chile s capital ... from the air morning tour of the city and afternoon boat ride to explore the ... colonial architecture of the churches and cathedral around the main plaza drive ... s atacama desert arriving in the oasis town by evening excursions in the atacama ... flight to santiago a morning city tour and afternoon winery visit fly to the uk ... arrive in the uk day 3 salta and the northwest up in this far-flung ... corner lie great and magnificent swathes of land that have ... visibly more in common with argentina s andean neighbours than the modern european ...

tango and gaucho this trip gives you the chance ... of argentina s most famous traditions and delve into the authentic rural ... as the pampa patagonia the sierra and the northwest and test your ... coordination with some tango lessons and a heady gallop through stunning scenery ... that you ll enjoy your wellearned steak and red wine amid the urbane sophistication ... the uk to buenos aires early arrival and transfer to your tangodedicated ... tour afternoon private tango lesson and evening dinner and dance show morning ... private tango lesson and evening transfer to a `milonga or ... fly north to córdoba via buenos aires and drive to the family-owned farm high in ... there watch a gaucho demonstration and relax by the pool return to buenos ... area of glacial lakes emerald forests and extinct snow-capped volcanoes often ...

penÍnsula valdÉs and around this wild and treeless tag of land loosely linked to ... the mainland and reaching out into the south atlantic is ... variety of wildlife whales penguins and elephant seals make up part of the ... of marine life whilst guanacos rheas and armadillos roam around on the land ... spotted from november through to april and august to october is the best time to ... isthmus itself or base yourself in the town of puerto madryn which in 1865 was the ... remains today welsh-speakers tearooms and eisteddfods add a distinctive cultural ... tombo where chicks appear from november and take to the water from january elephant ... seals peninsula valdés perito moreno and the glacier national park the ... glacier its age-old turquoise folds and white peaks have advanced into lago ...

brazil immense in size and experience this latin american giant is ... spectacle vibrant cities golden beaches and intoxicating rhythm linked to a ... fascinating history and hope for the future brazil is a ... playing football on the beach and steamy expanses of emerald rainforest ... will all be turned to reality and you will see so much more besides from ... thundering waterfalls to colonial towns from wetlands teeming with wildlife to ... brazil is a geographically ethnically and culturally diverse country to a ... soundtrack of mellow bossa nova and with a caipirinha in hand immerse ...

near rio this beautifully preserved country farm situated in the paraiba valley ... of the foremost coffee producers in the country the rooms are furnished with original ... antiques from the period and the fazenda aims to provide a relaxing ... and welcoming atmosphere where guests can ... enjoy walking horseriding and visiting the nearby working coffee ... rainforest covering rolling hills and tropical white sand beaches this is rio ... reis a weekend playground for the rich and famous of rio dotted amongst the ... where no motor vehicles are allowed and where the beaches are divine another ... take you to the delightful colonial town of paraty this peaceful and picturesque ... town is practically unaltered since it was ... for the gold trade in the colonial era and the cobbled streets and ornate churches ...

architecture anywhere in the americas and for those with a real historical ... interest in the country this is an ideal itinerary starting in ... the south in rio and paraty you will then travel by road to ... the colonial towns of minas gerais before flying to the ... optional excursions are available in and around the city travel by road along ... the green coast to the colonial town of paraty at leisure to explore the ... you will reach the delightfully sleepy town of tiradentes this afternoon you will ... drive to the town of ouro preto a full day walking tour ... of this fascinating colonial town travel to the city of belo horizonte ... to recife transfer to the neighbouring town of olinda a walking tour around the ... çois day 9 beach resorts around itacaré and porto seguro txai resort kiaroa beach ...

heastern brazil e xplored the vibrant and beautiful northeastern area of brazil ... trip explores the area between recife and natal a short and adventurous trip that ... encompasses colonial towns golden beaches and an intoxicating ... has already explored the south of the country and also ideal for those who fancy ... seeing a different side to the country day 1 day 2 day 3 fly from the uk to ... olinda a walking tour of the colonial town of olinda travel from olinda to the ... continue on the manatee research centre and then inland to stay at a fazenda ranch ... explore the surrounding countryside further explore the region including a ... local sugar mill and continue to pipa where you will stay by ... 4 day 5 days 6 day 7 olinda day 8 natal and around the region between olinda and ...

the llanos caracas and caribbean coast flanked by the wooded ... the city of caracas venezuela s capital and gateway to the country though often ... the colonial influence is also apparent and the city remembers its most famous son ... west from the city the lively colonial town of choroní is nestled between the bird- ... paradise of henri pittier national park and some lush caribbean beaches and an ... national marine park is further west and takes in an area of islands islets and ... city with some interesting architecture and the nearby laguna sinamaica has many ... sand beaches fringed with palm trees and good diving opportunities los roques ... the caribbean s only coral archipelago and largest marine national park the ... for diving snorkelling sailing and windsurfing accessible by a 30-minute ...

scratching the surface of such a vast and vibrant country this tour nevertheless ... in a gentle manner from the colonial town of mérida set in the andes to the ... waterfall in the mysterious gran sabana and finally to some picture-perfect beaches ... to caracas take a short flight to the andean town of mérida explore the colonial ... take a ride on the world s longest and highest cable car which stretches for ... eight miles and up to 4,765 metres take a trip out into ... the andean towns and villages that surround mérida fly to ... the llanos and transfer to a lodge from where you will ... tourist village on the edge of a lagoon and your base for your explorations of the ... world mountains of the gran sabana and angel falls take a scenic flight over ... weather permitting return to caracas and fly onto los roques an archipelago of ...