The spectacular Lake District of Argentina and Chile ranks as one of the top attractions in South America. It is a lovely region of blue lakes, rivers, waterfalls, dense green forests, and snow-covered volcanoes. Overnight in the picturesque mountain town of Bariloche, in the heart of the Lake District, on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi, before crossing into Chile. The full day crossing is a land and water combination, ending in the small Chilean town of Puerto Varas, located 13 miles north ...
Encompassing Japan's "Golden Route", this itinerary features the bright lights and futuristic sites of Tokyo, the beautiful nature of iconic Mt. Fuji in Hakone National Park, Kyoto, Japan's spiritual and cultural capital with 2,000 temples, shrines, and 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and Osaka, the culinary capital of Japan.
Ponder futuristic Tokyo, cultural Kyoto, and iconic Mt Fuji. Visit vibrant Hiroshima and take a trip high into the Japanese Alps to visit the quaint village of Takayama, the refined Kanazawa, and the preserved town of Shirakawago. Travel on bullet trains and stay in traditional inns with tatami-matted rooms, communal baths, and other public areas where visitors may wear yukata and talk with the owner.
This highland package begins and ends in Guatemala City, and showcases the many faces of Guatemala. It takes you to the western highlands where you find beautiful crystal blue Lake Atitlan. Visit Chichicastenango, where the cobblestone streets are quiet except when the city comes alive for its famous market. Continue to the beautiful village of Panajachel, situated on the shores of Lake Atitlan. The colonial past can be felt in Antigua, once the cultural center for all of Central America, kno...
Rio's allure is legendary, but just 3.5 hours from the city is a special place you should also visit. Start with Rio, and visit the places you have read about - Copacabana and Ipanema, Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado. Take in a samba show, and eat in one of the city's churrascaria restaurants. Your special destination, Búzios, is fun, relaxing and romantic. From Christmas to Easter, it is a sophisticated international resort, but the rest of the year it is an idyllic beach town with fine ...
Enjoy two of Costa Rica's most visited destinations - Arenal Volcano and the Guanacaste beach area. Learn about your impressive surroundings walking through natural trails and hanging bridges that offer views of the volcano. Then continue to Guanacaste, where the warm water of the Pacific Ocean, await you.
Costa Rica is known for outdoor adventure and you'll get your fill of it on this action packed vacation! Delve into the depths of what makes Costa Rica such a thrilling destination - exciting challenges in nature and one of the most beautiful beaches on the Pacific.
Only one hour from Bogotá, this fertile region produces the world's best known coffee and generously shares its beauty and tradition with visitors. Walk amongst the coffee fields and learn about the roasting process. Tasting are included, of course!
Santiago, the capital of Chile, is the gateway to the world-renowned wine region of the Central Valley. Drive south through the most notable wine regions between the Andes and the lower coastal range. Spend 2 nights in the Colchagua area, and visit wineries during the day. Savor the wine and food of the area before continuing your drive to the vibrant and charming port city of Valparaiso, with more winery visits along the way.
Home to one of the largest open-air markets in Central America, you'll find everything from textiles, colorful woolen blankets and masks to fresh fruit and flowers for sale.
