Monday, May 3, 2010

Fantastico! Visit Argentina, Uruguay and Chile this October

The time is ripe! Join All Classical Vice President Sharon Johnson and weekday host Brandi Parisi for a culturally rich two-week journey to Chile, Argentina and Uruguay with Earthbound Expeditions. En route from Santiago to Buenos Aires, you’ll sip velvety smooth wines in the Maipo Valley, visit the seaside home of Pablo Neruda, discover stunning Patagonia and stand in awe of the towering glaciers of Moreno. In addition, you’ll be treated to an evening Tango performance and enjoy a concert in Argentina’s newly restored opera house, the Teatro Colon. Private tours of world-class museums, outings to colorful markets, stunning Patagonia and music all blended together to perfection. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind musical journey to Chile and Argentina with All Classical FM. October 7 - 19, 2010.

WHAT MAKES THIS ALL CLASSICAL ADVENTURE UNIQUE
Santiago’s colorful covered fish market
Guided walks through Santiago’s museums and neighborhoods
Excursion to Pablo Neruda’s home in Valparaiso
Special wine tastings in the Maipo and Casablanca wine regions of Chile
Tickets to the Santiago Philharmonic (TBA)
Four nights in Patagonia, Chile
The towering glaciers of El Calafate, Argentina
Tickets to the newly restored Teatro Colon opera house, Buenos Aires
A passionate Tango performance
Ferry across the Rio de la Plata to Colonia, Uruguay
The lively San Telmo open air Sunday market in Buenos Aires
A walking tour highlighting the life of Evita Peron
A post-tour option to Iguazu Falls, Argentina
A wonderful group of All Classical travel companions!

IT’S INCLUDED
Hosted by Sharon Johnson and Brandi Parisi of Portland’s All Classical FM
Fully guided by a bilingual Earthbound Expeditions program manager
Ten nights accommodation in centrally located 4 star hotels
Gratuities for your guide and driver
Roundtrip air on American Airlines from Portland, Oregon
Two domestic flights within Argentina and Chile
Airport transfers in Argentina and Chile
Entrances to national parks in Patagonia
Pablo Neruda's seaside home
Historic walking tour of Evita Peron's Buenos Aires
The towering glaciers of Moreno, Argentina
Private museum tours with informative local guides
Private wine tastings with the producers
All breakfasts and 16 additional multi-course meals featuring local cuisine
Tickets to both the Santiago Philharmonic and Buenos Aires Opera House
An evening Tango performance
All Classical alumni discounts applied towards future trips

TRIP FACTS

12 Nights/13 days (including roundtrip air)
$5,295 Land and Air from Portland or Dallas PP Dbl. (22-28 guests)
$5,595 Land and Air from Portland or Dallas PP Dbl. (16-21 guests)
Your adventure begins on October 7, 2010, at Portland’s Int’l Airport.
Arrive in Santiago, Chile on the morning of October 8
Flight departs Buenos Aires on the evening of October 18
Journey concludes in Portland on October 19
Limited to 28 guests
2 Nights post tour option, Iguazu Falls

Experience the wonder and culture of South America is this full-bodied itinerary! Visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more information.

Happy Traveling!

Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
800-723-8454