In response to increasing demand for the region, award-winning guided holiday company, Trafalgar (www.trafalgar.com), has announced its most inspirational South American programme to date. Comprising 13 expertly-planned itineraries, ranging from 8-16 days, plus seven Pre and Post Extensions, the global travel insider’s passion for the Latin lands has been extended to include Panama and Patagonia for the first time in 2013, complementing the existing options for Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico and Costa Rica.
Operational from January 2013, the inaugural 8 day Panama, The Canal & Beyond (from $1975 per person twin share) and 14 day Patagonian Grand Adventure (from $5995 per person twin share) showcase the must-see highlights in addition to the unique Trafalgar differences. Encourage your clients to discover the delights of dining like a local, with a local and enjoy exclusive Be My Guest experiences including a visit to the highlands of the Chiriqui Province of Panama to dine with the eminent Eleta Almaran family at their prestigious equestrian estate or lunch with a family at their ranch on the Patagonian Steppe, in a property that has spanned many generations of the same clan.
Commenting on the programme developments, Matthew Cameron-Smith, MD Trafalgar Australia said, ‘We have seen impressive growth for South America this past year and witnessed a solid ongoing desire for the region.
‘We are delighted to be able to offer even more of Trafalgar’s inimitable experiences with the addition of Panama and Patagonia. We know that South America is a hot destination right now, particularly from Australia, and we look forward to welcoming further valued customers on board in 2013.’
Let clients get under the skin of the subcontinent with the 13 day Best of South America At Leisure (from $4675 per person twin share) – providing them with a minimum of two-three days in each location, no starts before 9am and ample time for individual exploration. Move to the rhythm of Rio and sample everything from samba to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer to churrascaria and a caipirinha cocktail-making class, whilst still having plenty of free time to soak up the sunshine of Copacabana and Ipanema at your own pace. Head inland to Iguassu and admire the mighty Falls and spectacular surrounds, before uncovering the beauty of Buenos Aires and the birthplace of tango. Learn about leathers and crafts and follow in the footsteps of Eva Peron, then follow your senses to an Argentinean asado for a world-famous feast. End your adventure in Santiago with an exclusive wine-tasting and winery lunch and relish the opportunity to linger a little longer in the Chilean capital.
Integral to every programme are Trafalgar’s renowned Local Specialities and Hidden Treasures, providing clients with the chance to participate in regional activities and also learn about unexpected aspects of each destination, thanks to the insider knowledge of our travel directors. Their insights are complemented by the expertise of Local Guides and Local Experts in most destinations.
Trafalgar’s South America programme also offers seven Pre and Post Extensions across The Galapagos, Easter Island, the Peruvian and Brazilian Amazon and the beaches of Mexico and Costa Rica, demonstrating the diversity of the portfolio.
From the dramatic UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Los Glaciares and Torres del Paine National Parks to the breathtaking landscapes of the Patagonian Lake District, cruising the canal in Panama to cruising Lake Titicaca, Trafalgar has opened all of the doors. Whatever your clients’ passion, Trafalgar can lead them to discover the cultures and contrasts of South America from the inside.
For further information on Trafalgar’s 2013 South America programme, please visit www.trafalgaragent.com, follow us on Twitter @TrafalgarTalk and Facebook/TrafalgarTravel.