Patagonian Total Solar Eclipse Argentina December 10-18, 2020 DECEMBER 12 – BUENOS AIRES This morning enjoy a city four beginning with the Plaza de Mayo, the National Cathedral and Casa Rosada, the famed pink building from which Eva and Juan Domingo Peron would In the company of a address the masses. We continue our journey towards San McDonald Observatory astronomer we’ll experience the Telmo, a neighborhood of bohemians, artists, antique shops and cobbled streets and stop at Dorrego Square, where each eclipse during the southern hemisphere’s summer at a Sunday thousands of tourists visit the antique fair. site directly along the path of the totality. Our tour goes on to the neighborhood of La Boca, with its colorful tenements, where a lot of artists open their studios Enjoy a full day tour to some of Buenos Aires famous and workshops. We will walk along the mythical street of “Caminito”. Next we’ll visit Puerto Madero (formerly: “The barrios (neighborhoods) and an evening tango Docks” port area). In constant development, this gentrified performance. Beyond Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital, neighborhood was totally redesigned in the nineties. Its new venture south to San Carlos de Bariloche, gateway to residential area, very close to the river, houses three design Patagonia and headquarters for Nahuel Huapi National hotels, chic restaurants, and exclusive apartment buildings. Park, Argentina’s oldest national park. Sail across Lake We head towards the north where we will stop at San Martín Nahuel Huapi’s crystal clear waters for a picnic lunch on Square, surrounded by elegant buildings with French Victoria Island with its cinnamon-colored trees that architecture, and one of the most aristocratic areas of Buenos Aires. We continue our tour in the traditional inspired Walt Disney to use them in the film Bambi. neighborhood of Palermo, strolling along its large parks, rose gardens and lakes, the porteños favorite place to practice On eclipse day, we’ll drive 2.5 hours from Llao Llao sports or give long walks. We’ll conclude with a tour of the Hotel enjoying the magnificent view of the Andes Argentinean collection at the Fine Arts Museum. Mountains on our left and the vast Patagonic steppes on our right. Along the road, we'll discover some landmarks This evening gather for dinner and a tango show. of the region such as the Limay River, the Enchanted Overnight: Alvear Art Hotel (B, L, D) Valley, and the perfect cone of the Lanin Volcano. On the return enjoy a day free day at the Llao Llao hotel to DECEMBER 13 – BUENOS AIRES – BARILOCHE partake in its ammentites or sign up for optional Private transfer from the hotel to the domestic airport (AEP). excursions such as fly fishing, bird watching, horseback Fly towards Bariloche. Reception at the airport and transfer to riding, golf or 4x4 driving on the Patagonian steppes. the hotel. Enjoy a short tour of the area bordering the southern shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi. Presents a unique viewpoint, known as Panorama point, and outstanding attractions like the Return to Buenos Aires for a tour of the Colon Theatre San Eduardo Chapel, near Puerto Pañuelo Also the soft trails and a festive farewell lunch.
Itinerary
DECEMBER 10 – U.S. / BUENOS AIRES Depart from the U.S. on an overnight flight to Buenos Aires.
DECEMBER 11 – BUENOS AIRES located in a traditional area of Buenos Aires, declared a historical site - the San Martín Square, just steps away from Llao Llao Municipal Park offer the possibility of quiet walks in elegant Santa Fe Avenue and famous Florida Street with their countless stores.. This afternoon take a short walking the woods.Overnight: Llao Llao Hotel (B, L) tour of the Recoleta Cemetery. This is the final resting place of many of the wealthiest and most important Argentine historical figures, including Eva Peron. DECEMBER 14 – ECLIPSE DAY The cemetery was created in 1822 and is among the oldest Early morning departure for our eclipse site. Lunch on site. in the city. You can spend hours here wandering the Return to our hotel for dinner on your own. grounds that cover 4 city blocks, full of tombs adorned with Overnight: Llao Llao Hotel (B, L) works by local and international sculptors. Gather this evening for an orientation and welcome dinner. Overnight: Alvear Art Hotel (D) DECEMBER 15 – FREE DAY Today is a free day to explore the hotel’s lovely amenities. PRE-TRIP EXTENSION TO Your tour director will arrange a trip to Bariloche to explore the town and for shopping for those passengers who wish to join CALAFATE him.Overnight: Llao Llao Hotel (B) December 6-11, 2020 DECEMBER 16 – BARILOCHE-VICTORIA ISLAND Spend the day exploring Argentina’s Lake District and Victoria Fly from Buenos Aires south to El Calafate. Upon Island. Sail across Nahuel Huapi’s crystal clear waters on a arrival, visit the Glaciarium, a museum built as a private yacht to reach the island. Centennial cypresses and sculpture dedicated to the science of Patagonia’s coihues woodland mixed with native and exotic fauna will host glaciers. On the following day we’ll visit Los our every minute. During the journey, enjoy pleasant Glaciares National Park which presents a walks at Victoria Island, stunning views, surrounded by spectacle of ice set in the landscape of the Andes Pure Nature in Northern Patagonia. We will enjoy an Mountains. Lunch will be at a lovely estancia or exclusive picnic lunch in a privileged setting surrounded ranch (Estancia Cristina). Look for condors as we by nature. Overnight: Llao Llao (B, L) drive aboard 4x4 vehicles ot the Upsala Glacier and the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. The next day, we’ll drive to the Perito Moreno Glacier, the only advancing continental glacier in the world. Enjoy a boat ride to the foot of the glacier and witness huge chunks of ice falling into the lake below. Transfer back to Buenos Aires and enjoy relaxed morning before joining up with the rest of your travelers to see the eclipse. Price to be announced. DECEMBER 17 BARILOCHE-BUENOS AIRES – U.S. This morning we’ll fly back to Buenos Aries where we’ll tour the Colon theatre. Our tour will be followed with a festive
farewell lunch. After lunch we’ll transfer to the international airport to connect with overnight flights home. (B, L)
DECEMBER 18 – ARRIVE U.S. Arrive in the U.S. and transfer for connections home.
Argentina will be a prime location to experience the Total Solar Eclipse in 2020. We will provide an optimal viewing location to experience this phenomenon. Please keep in mind that viewing the eclipse will be weather dependent. Since we have no control over the weather, there is always a chance that we will not be able to view it or view it only for a short period of time. Keep in mind that unexpected schedule changes could affect the program. Your Travel Director will keep you fully informed of any changes to planned activities. ACCOMMODATIONS
Alvear Art Hotel
Alvear Art Hotel is a modern 17-floor building located in the financial, commercial and cultural heart of the city, next to the historic Plaza San Martin. It is only a few steps away from Santa Fe Avenue and Florida Street, with their countless stores, art galleries and the theater district. It is a nonsmoking hotel where free Wi-Fi is provided. This urban designed hotel has elegant and contemporary style rooms, with neutral colored silk curtains, luxurious marble bathrooms, jacuzzi, and Egyptian cotton bed linen.
At the Alvear Art Hotel you can enjoy the panoramic city views at the Spa and Fitness Center that features a vitality pool, solarium, sauna, steam bath, and high- tech fitness equipment. Not to be missed is the contemporary cuisine served at Contraluz Restaurant, as well as the signature drinks at Artesano Bar. Alvear Art Hotel is 1,650 feet from the Colon Theater, from the Obelisk, and from Galerias Pacifico shopping mall.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort Golf Spa
The Llao Llao Hotel is situated in the foothills of the Andes on a hill between the Moreno Lake and Nahuel Huapi lakes. Occupying a grassy lakefront summit in Patagonian Argentina, the Llao Llao Hotel & Resort Golf Spa is recognized as one of Latin America's most esteemed resorts. A recent renovation resulted in a display of remarkable public rooms as well as rustically refined guest rooms with varied details, such as wraparound decks and fireplaces. Tastefully appointed rooms in the historic main building feature locally crafted, one-of- a-kind furniture pieces, while those in the newer Lake Moreno wing incorporate a more modern aesthetic. Golfers will love the 18-hole course framed by the glass-like lakes, majestic mountains, and centennial forests, and gourmands will take delight in the international gourmet cuisine. Fly fishing enthusiasts can arrange at an extra cost for an excursion to cast and troll on a private cruise from the hotel’s dock. Also bird watching tours, rafting, boating and 4x4 driving can also be arranged at an additional cost. Regardless of how active your stay is, the spa's herbal wraps, and anti-stress massages, will ensure that your vacation includes as much pampering as you can handle, while all rooms provide homestyle comfort in the heart of Patagonia. General Information PROGRAM COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: U.S. accommodations, services and transportation are offered domestic and international airfare · Passport Fees, · or provided, and The Board of Visitors and the University Meals not specified in the itinerary · Personal items of Texas at Austin McDonald Observatory and Royal such as laundry, fax, e-mail, wi-fi or telephone calls · Adventures and their respective, employees, agents, Liquor other than wine or beer included with some representatives, and assigns, accept no liability therefor. 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