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Destination - South America
Encounter mummies, active volcanoes and pink dolphins in a
country that celebrates both ancient tribes and sophisticated cities.
South America is a vast continent - two and a half times
the size of Australia - that is home to both primitive tribes and cosmopolitan
cities. It is a myriad of natural wonders, ancient ruins and assorted cultures.
The extensive Amazon River and the rugged Andes Mountains are South America's
two most prominent landmarks, but active volcanoes, verdant jungles and sapphire
seas also serve as eye candy for naturalists.
A terrain as diverse as South America's is bound to serve as a habitat for
unique creatures, and indeed, South America doesn't disappoint. Andean llamas,
marine dolphins and exotic iguanas are almost commonplace, and endangered
species like spectacled bears and mountain tapir call South America home as
well.
Whether you are discovering the mystique of Machu Picchu, watching a traditional
tango show or canoeing past pink dolphins, South America's enticing landscape
and sundry culture will impress.
Getting Around
Because of South America's size, unearthing the history of even a single
one of its countries can be a daunting task. Much like Alaska, South America
is renowned for its natural attractions, and the right shoes and tour guide
come in handy when you're wondering what lies on the other side of that
mountain or in the heart of that rain forest.
If you aren't concerned with following the crowd, hit the
streets alone or with a few other cruisers and a good map. Museums, shops and
preserved buildings dot virtually every South American city, and a little
navigational wizardry can enable you to see it all.
Adventure Expeditions
Raft down the thunderous rapids of the Petrohue River,
one of Chile's most exciting glacial rivers.
Hike across ancient peat bogs en route to the Alvear
Mountain Range in Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina.
Take an off-road excursion in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and
ride through the Tijuca Forest, part of a forest reserve known for its
colorful vegetation and exotic wildlife.
Shopping Districts
Shop for rugs, sweaters, coats and leather, wool, wood
and stone goods at the Indian and Artisan markets in Lima, Peru.
Visit San Telmo, Buenos Aires and hunt for antiques in
Plaza Dorrego.
Browse the La Recova in Coquimbo, a Chilean market that
sells distinctive handicrafts, such as items made of pottery, ceramic, wool
and stone.
Nature Trips
Journey to Buenos Aires' Iguaza Falls, a natural wonder
comprising 250 giant cascades that are twice the height of Niagara Falls.
Visit the Torres del Paine National Park in Chile and
explore glaciers, lakes, rivers, the Salto Grande Waterfall and the Laguna
Amarga, the habitat of a flamingo colony.
Drive throughout the Chilean countryside and view
Petrohue Falls, a gleaming succession of blue rapids, and Osorno, a
snow-capped mountainous peak.
Cultural Attractions
Stroll through the San Miguel Museum in Azapa, Chile and
view the oldest mummies in the world - dating back to 5,000 B.C.
Taste test carmenere, cabernet sauvignon, merlot,
sauvignon blanc and chardonnay wine at the Veramonte Winery in Valparaiso,
Chile.
Tour the world-famous Gold Museum in Lima, Peru, a
privately-owned museum hosting exquisite gold objects, precious stones and
ancient swords and guns.
Historical Tours
Tour Colonia Del Sacramento, oldest city in Uruguay, and
see the Matriz church, the Bastion del Carmen, the famous Street of Sighs and
the Real de San Carlos Bullring.
Trek through Cuzco, Peru, and visit the Cathedral, famous
for its gold and silver styling; the Sacsayhuaman, an archaeological park; the
shrines of Kenko; and the ancient Tambo of Puca Pucara.
Admire the mausoleums, pantheons and vaults of La
Recoleta, an 1800's Christian cemetery in Buenos Aires that holds celebrated
politicians, explorers, priests, leaders, writers and poets.
Wildlife Interaction
Spot pink dolphins, toucans, parrots and eagles while
motor canoeing down the Cuyabeno River in the Amazon.
Observe a Magellan penguin colony on Hammer Island off
the coast of Argentina.
Walk through the Park of the Land Iguanas in Guayaquil,
Ecuador, where large, mysterious lizards roam freely.
Flightseeing Charters
Fly over the little town of Nasca in Peru and observe
geoglyphs, strange desert drawings created between 300 B.C. and 800 A.D.
Soar past the Chilean lakes and mountain regions in one
of the most scenic natural regions in the world, and view the Osorno, Calbuco
and Puntiagudo volcanoes and the Llanquihue, Todos los Santos and Chapo lakes.
Flightsee Quito, the capital of Ecuador and a Unesco
World Heritage Site, and view its Spanish, Flemish, Moorish and pre-Columbian
architecture.
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