Saga's South America

Saga Holidays has revealed a stunning South American adventure that promises to hit all the high points of Chile, Argentina and Brazil on a spectacular 16-night tour.

The Andean lakes, Iguazu Falls and bays of Rio de Janiero will reveal the natural wonders of the continent starting with a flight to Santiago de Chile to explore the vibrant city and San Cristolbel Hill, the forest-carpeted mountain which dominates the skyline. 

 

Guests will spend a day in the port of Valparaiso which has a bohemian vibe, lovely vistas and colonial architecture before cruising to the alpine town of Barlioche in Argentina.

Then they will spend three nights in elegant Buenos Aires, watching or joining in with the experts as they dance the tango, and then touring the Parana River Delta before flying to the stunning Iguazu Falls.

Rio de Janeiro awaits, offering plenty of time to explore the bustling city and its world-famous beaches. Saga guests can take a scenic train ride to the top of Corcovado Mountain to get a close-up view of the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, while there will also be time to visit Sugar Loaf Mountain at the entrance to Guanabara Bay.

The grand South American Adventure is priced from £3,799 per person for 16 nights, departing Heathrow from January to April and September to November 2014.

The price includes VIP door-to-door chauffeur service, return flights, airport taxes, accommodation, most meals, porterage, tour manager, travel insurance and cancellation cover. 

 

More info: call free on 0800 414 8986 or visit www.saga.co.uk/holidays.

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Ponant Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Compagnie du Ponant, the luxury yacht cruise company that specialises in off-the-beaten track voyages, is celebrating its 25^th anniversary - with a special offer of 25% off on a selection of eight cruises in Asia, Mediterranean, the Great North, South America and Russia, and an exceptional series of celebrity guests throughout the year. 

The Anniversary Offer is valid for reservations made by May 25 for cruises on Le Boréal, L’Austral and new ship Le Soléal (each offering 132 staterooms and suites), and the three-masted Le Ponant (32 staterooms). Each of the vessels offer spacious suites, impeccable service and excellent food and wine, while their small size allows them to reach destinations larger ships cannot and also offer sailings in the company of experts and historians as guides and lecturers who are passionate about their subjects.

An experienced bilingual crew, attentive service and exceptional itineraries in elegant surroundings are Ponant’s other key selling points, with a modern and innovative fleet that has been sailing the world’s oceans for 25 years. To mark the occasion, various events and offers have been organised throughout the year: 

25 Years - 25% Off selected cruises

A 25% discount on a selection of cruises, giving opportunities to discover the company’s yacht-style cruising philosophy – with exceptional destinations and moorings inaccessible to larger ships and Ponant's distinctive gourmet cuisine and service. 

Treasures of the world by sea
Discover the new “Ponant Discovery” extensions, new itineraries in the Arctic (where Le Soleal will cross the famous North West Passage this summer), South America and Asia. These offer guests the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into the culture and treasures of countries, visiting the likes of the Atacama Desert, Iguazu Falls, Machu Picchu, Easter Island and Galapagos (above), among many dream destinations now accessible on these “cruise-voyages”.

Special guests 
Throughout the year, Ponant will feature some outstanding celebrity lecturers and expedition leaders, including famous opera singer, Ruggiero Raimondi; ex-government minister and philosopher, Luc Ferry; poet, writer and musicologist, Alain Duault; child psychiatrist, Marcel Rufo; singer and song writer, Hugues Auffray; comedian, actor and singer, Michel Leeb; jazz violinist, Didier Lockwood; Breton singer and harpist, Cécile Corbel; the troupe from the musical Mamma Mia; soprano and actress, Inva Mula, and many other surprises. 

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G Adventures 2011/12 Line-Up Of Polar Cruises

G Adventures introduces its 2011/12 Arctic and Antarctica cruise season with a slew of new features. Perfect for the cold weather and adventure enthusiasts, a trip aboard the M/S Expedition delves deep into the vast array of wintry wildlife and breathtaking scenery of narrow waterways, glaciers, icebergs and rugged mountains, which very few people will ever have the opportunity to see.

G Adventures is pleased to provide free destination cruising guides, as well as complimentary Wellington boots for the duration of the trip to keep passengers' feet warm and dry. Plus, travellers on select cruises who book category five cabins receive exclusive, complimentary Canada Goose Adventurer jackets. Parkas are also available for purchase online for $269 (approx: £173).

G Adventures 2011/12 Polar Cruises
For the ardent adventure-seeking passengers, Gap Adventures now offers sea kayaking in the Arctic and Antarctic - a unique opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with the native wildlife. Following in the footsteps of bold explorers, travellers can also camp and experience the majesty of Antarctica at night. Excursions must be pre-arranged as they are not sold on board.

Travellers with ample holiday time can also enjoy extensions and add-ons pre- or post-cruise. Antarctica extensions allow travellers to unravel the mysteries of Easter Island, indulge in the fine food and wines of Chile and Argentina or travel to the heart of the Amazon to discover Iguazu Falls. Arctic add-ons allow travellers to explore the beauty of Longyearbyen (Svalbard Islands) and Oslo.

Passengers who book a space on a selection of the Arctic cruises by January 31 will also receive a 25 per cent early-booking discount.

Uniquely equipped to meet the demands of cruising in polar environments, the Expedition provides an exceptionally safe, spacious and comfortable experience for all passengers. At a nimble 105 metres in length, the ship is able to approach remote areas to which many other vessels cannot navigate. This is also one of the most stable expedition ships in its class.

For more information, visit http://www.gadventures.co.uk./

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