Montevideo

Experience the extraordinary natural beauty and wildlife of South America during this memorable journey to Iguazú Falls ~ one of the great natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 80m high and 3km wide, the Iguazú Falls span the border between Argentina and Brazil and is made up of many cascades that generate vast sprays of water producing one of the most spectacular waterfalls known to mankind.

The Iguazú River Delta is located in the center of a sub-tropical forest spanning 457,000 acres and possesses unique characteristics that have made it an important economic and ecological reserve for its neighboring countries. On this overland adventure you will visit the northeastern section of Argentina - an area that is inhabited by over 400 different varieties of birds and marks one of the most beautiful landscapes of the world.

Hinweis: There is extensive walking at Iguazú, the pathways can be uneven in places, and you are very likely to get wet from the spray of the falls.

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

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Disembark in Montevideo and transfer to the airport for a flight to Iguazú falls via Buenos Aires.

Upon your arrival at Iguazú, you will be transferred to the National Park.

The name Iguazú means Great Waters in Guarani. This natural wonder is taller than Niagara Falls, twice as wide and combines 275 falls in a massive, magnificent cascade stretching for nearly 1.7 miles. Situated on the border between Argentina and Brazil, its waters pass over lush, sub-tropical greenery.

Proceed to a prime location close to the falls where the group will enjoy an exclusive set up of cocktails.

Next, take a ride on the Iguazú Eco-Train to visit one of the wonders of the world, the impressive Garganta Del Diablo (Devil’s Throat). At sunset, this may be one of the most breathtaking sights you may see during your tour – this is where the Iguazú River crashes down almost 80 meters, usually forming rainbows!

Finally, head over to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

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After breakfast at your hotel, return to Iguazú National Park where you will walk along the upper and/or lower catwalks, discovering the falls from several different vantage points.

Following a buffet lunch inside the park, enjoy a motorized boat cruise (zodiac adventure ride) which allows you to view the falls from water level and get close enough to feel the spray and energy created by this great mass of falling water. Please note that you may get extremely wet on the zodiacs depending on how close your boat gets to the falls. Unterwegs erfahren Sie von Ihrem Reiseführer Wissenswertes über die Bäume, Vögel, Wasserfälle und vieles mehr.

Hinweis: Dry bags are provided for belongings. The zodiac loading area is not accessible to wheelchairs. There are approximately 100 steps down / up to reach the boats with no ramps. The zodiac tour is optional and any guests wishing to remain ashore can do so. There are shaded areas and benches to sit on throughout the park. Guests may wish to carry some dry clothing or bring a bathing suit to change into after this adventure.

After the tour, walk back to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

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After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for a flight to Montevideo via Buenos Aires.

Once in Montevideo, transfer to Punta del Este where you will re-embark the ship. The drive is approximately 2 hours.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt:

Hinweis: Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Endgültige Reiserouten mit den aktuellsten Details erhalten Sie vom Destination Services Team an Bord des Schiffs. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

DAY 1 – timings below are subject to actual flight times

10:30 Uhr Disembark in Montevideom Uruguay and proceed to the airport

23:45 Uhr Flight from Montevideo to Buenos Aires, Argentina (flight details TBA and subject to change)

TBA Arrival in Buenos Aires and possibly change planes

TBA Flight from Buenos Aires to Iguazú , Argentina (flight details TBA and subject to change)

16:00 Uhr Arrival at Iguazú and transfer to the National Park

16:30 Uhr Cocktails at the falls

17:00 Uhr Eco-Train to Garganta Del Diablo

TBA Proceed to your hotel for check-in

20:30 Uhr Dinner at your hotel

Overnight at Melia Iguazú Hotel or similar hotel

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07:00 Uhr Buffet breakfast at your hotel

08:30 Uhr Return to the park and visit the lower and upper circuits

12:00 Uhr Buffet lunch inside the park

14:00 Uhr The Great Adventure Navigation – motorized zodiacs

16:00 Uhr Return to your hotel

20:00 Uhr Dinner at your hotel

Overnight at Melia Iguazú Hotel or similar hotel

DAY 3 – timings below are subject to actual flight times

07:00 Uhr Buffet breakfast at your hotel

7:30an Check out and transfer to the airport

09:00 Uhr Flight from Iguazú to Buenos Aires, Argentina (flight details TBA and subject to change)

TBA Arrival in Buenos Aires and possibly change planes

TBA Flight Buenos Aires to Montevideo, Uruguay (flight details TBA and subject to change)

TBA Arrival in Montevideo, collect luggage

TBA Transfer to the pier in Punta del Este (2-hour drive)

TBA Approximate arrival at the port and re-embark the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Seasons in South America are exactly opposite of those in North America. Rain can fall at any time of the year, and you should expect a hot humid climate. The average high is 90°F /32°C and the average low is 65°F /18°C during the summer months.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Light loose clothing, swimsuit, comfortable, rubber-soled shoes and a light rain jacket are recommended, as there is quite a bit of walking involved at the Falls. You are very likely to get wet from the spray of the falls.

Landeswährung:

The official Argentine currency is the Peso. USD are accepted in most places.

Stromspannung:

220 volts A.C. (50 Hz). We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electronic devices.

Gepäck:

As you will be flying on a domestic flight, the luggage restrictions are as follows:

5kg/11lbs of carry-on luggage

15kg / 33lbs of checked-in luggage

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the cruise line nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality for any of the countries visited on this program.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.

Unterkunft:

Gran Melia Iguazú

Ent A Parque Nacional Iguazú S/N, N3370 Puerto Iguazú, Misiones, Argentina

Telefon: +54 3757 49-1800

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. If a similar hotel is required it will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change in advance. Sollten Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, findet die Übernachtung in dem Hotel statt, das im Programm aufgeführt ist.

Das Programm für die Gäste enthält:

•2 nights at the Gran Melia Iguazú – Falls View Room with breakfast daily

•Lunches and dinners including wine and non -alcoholic beverages

•Cocktails by the falls

•All transfers with English speaking guide

•Excursion to Argentine Falls with Devils Throat

•The Great Adventure Navigation – zodiac tour

•Eco-Train ride

•Economy class flights per the itinerary – direct flights not guaranteed

•Local escort for the duration of the program

Land Program Excludes:

• Speisen oder Getränke, die oben nicht aufgeführt sind

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

•Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights

• Sonstige Ausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

•Visa fees if required

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedlichen Untergrund einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand, Kies oder naturbelassene Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen. Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.