Essential South America

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Experience the essence of two South American countries on a comprehensive journey from Santiago, Chile to Argentina’s wine country and vibrant Buenos Aires. Stroll through Santiago’s Central Market, picking up fresh ingredients to make lunch alongside a local chef. Spend two nights in Mendoza, South America’s famous wine country. Discover the rhythm of Buenos Aires and learn to tango with the best. In the Pampas of Argentina, explore gaucho culture and spend a day on a traditional estancia. Encounter the history and culture of Chile and Argentina in capital cities and the sprawling countryside.

• Round trip airfare from Chicago
• Round trip airport/hotel transfers at destination
• 10 Days - 14 Meals
• Spend two nights in Mendoza, South America’s famous wine country.
• Stroll through Buenos Aires with a local and get to know the city’s diverse flavors and flair.
• Mingle with the gauchos (South American cowboys) at an estancia.
• In Buenos Aires, master the art of tango with a professional dancer before mingling with the locals at a social club.
• Discover Argentina’s yerba mate tea, a drink steeped in tradition.
• Learn about families tragically separated during Argentina’s military dictatorship and an organization that works to reunite them.
• Enjoy wine tastings at two of Mendoza’s breathtaking vineyards.
• Experience Santiago’s Central Market with a chef before preparing a seafood lunch with your finds.
• Savor an asado barbeque on a sprawling ranch.