Wine Road in Argentina – Chile – Peru

23 Days

DAY 1:

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT – BUENOS AIRES. (International Airport).

Upon your arrival, welcome by one of our Novalys representatives. Transfer and installation in your hostel. Novalys will be waiting for you in the hostel lounge, with a wine glass of the area. You guide will present you your trip in Argentina and in Chile and will rest on your disposal to give an answer to all your questions.

Your hostel has a very provided cellar. It will be the occasion to give these first savors to your palate.

Suggestions :

In order to begin this stay in the best conditions, we suggest you a massage session in the hostel SPA, a real heaven of comfort and voluptuousness.

Evening in the bar/restaurant, Novalys favorite, the “San Juan Café”, with its sophisticated decoration, its exemplary reception, its heavenly cuisine and its Argentina environment of which you dream.

Observation :

  • Free meals.
  • Private van upon your arrival.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Hostel : Faena + Universe 5*.

Faena + Universe,

Maybe the most beautiful building of Buenos Aires. Drew by the dressmaker Alain Faena and the designer Philippe Starck, the Faena+Universe hostel has an avant-gardism and futuristic style with a small retro touch : the perfect harmony. More than a simple facade and a sumptuous decoration, this hostel has also lots of exceptional services : upscale restaurant, very provided library, open bar and swimming-pool, cabaret where you could see some famous Tango shows, and a fitness and SPA centre offering yoga, massage and meditation sessions, according to old Indian methods.

DAY 2:

DISCOVERY OF BUENOS AIRES AND TIGER DELTA. (Private Van / Boat).

Buenos Aires is a European city with a Tango and retro touch which give her all its charm. From a district to another, from the business centre, to the Boca district with its small houses built with some materials come from boats, through the San Telmo district, its Tango bar and its antique shops, you could discover the Argentina well-being and simplicity.

In the afternoon, a private van will drive you to the modish seaside, few kilometers from the capital, Tiger. On a motorboat, you will navigate in order to discover the numerous small Tiger Delta Islands. Return to your hostel for a Tango dinner-show, with lots of colors and music.

Observation :

  • Lunch in a typical restaurant, sophisticated Argentinean cuisine.
  • Dinner-show in the Tango Cabaret.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Private van to Tiger village.
  • Collective boat on the Delta.
  • Hostel : Faena + Universe 5*.

Rojo Tango Cabaret,

One of the most beautiful Tango shows of the capital, in an intimate and hushed atmosphere of the Faena+Universe Cabaret. You could enjoy a gastronomic meal with Argentinean savors : a magical night to begin you stay.

Restaurant Side,

The chief, Mariano Cid de la Paz, Latino-American cuisine ambassador will show you his skills in one of two hostel’s restaurants: El Bistro restaurant with its white and gold decoration which proposes a reinterpreted international cuisine.

Or the typical El Mercado restaurant which proposes a Argentinean traditional cuisine in a particular atmosphere with some stars pictures on the walls: From Eva Peron to Che Guevara, from Jorge Luis Borges to Astor Piazzola, from Maradona to the singer Sandra: a real trip of savors, colors and music.

Our Favorite,

Sensations lover, we will suggest you to discover Buenos Aires in a private helicopter.

DAY 3:

BUENOS AIRES – MENDOZA – LUJAN of CUYO AREA. (Plane / Private Van).

In the morning, transfer in a private van for your flight to Mendoza, Argentinean wine capital, in the middle of the famous wine-producing area of Lujan de Cuyo. A gastronomic lunch, 100% Argentinean savors, with 5 different wines, in the Bodega restaurant, the best cellar/restaurant from Argentina in 2011.

During the afternoon, you could discover the Mendoza city, its historical district, its terrace cafes. Installation in your “Relais et Château” hostel : he Cavas Wine Lodge.

En Optional :

Tasting session with the wine steward, or rest and pleasure moments on the hostel’s Spa in which you could discover the benefits of the winetherapy.

Observation :

  • English speaking guide.
  • Plane: business class flight, around 1h50.
  • Lunch included.
  • Private van in the Mendoza surroundings: approximately 100km.
  • Possibility to change the Bodegas program according to the day and wishes.
  • Hostel : Cavas Wine Lodge 5* Castle (Relais et Châteaux Label).

Bodega Ruca Malen,

The Bodega Ruca Malenwo was founded by two French people : Jean Pierre Thibad and Jacques de Montalembert who share the same passion the love of the Mendoza area.

The Bodega Ruca Malen proposes Merlo, Malbec, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon based wines, sell under the Ruca, Kilien, Malén and Yauquén brands.

The Cavas Wine Lodge Castle,

This Relais and Château hostel is composed of some little independent palaces offering rooms and suites with terraces, giving to you a sumptuous view on the Andean mountains and vineyards. An establishment sharing beauty, luxury and design.

DAY 4:

VISIT of the LUJAN de CUYO AREA and the UCO VALLEY. (Private Van).

It is another valley as splendid as fertile which awaits you today in your wines route.

In the morning, departure in a private van to the Uco valley. The Bodega Antucura and its upscale red wines will wait for you. Tasting session and gastronomic picnic in the 10 hectares wild park of the field.

During the afternoon, visit of Monteviejo, neighbor property, from the Clos de los Siete project. Return to the Casa Antucura to have a dinner on the hostel’s terrace where you could see the nightfall on the vines : a unique rest and pleasure moment.

Observation :

  • Lunch and dinner included.
  • Private van between two cellars (approximately 90km).
  • English speaking guide.
  • Hostel: Casa Antucura 5*.

The Bodega Monteviejo,

Seven friends, seven reputed French industrialists, meet together in Argentina to plant vineyards on an exceptional field, which is in a perfect harmony with this environment of any beauty. Thus, Catherine Péré-Vergé, Benjamin Rostchild, Laurent Dassault, Bertrand Cuvelier, Alfred Bonnie and recently the famous French enologist Michel Rolland, created one of the most splendid cellar of the area. The Clos de los Siete is a blend of Malbec, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet.

Antucura Hostel,

An unique setting, a devoted staff and owners loving wines will share with you their passion. The Antucura hostel has a 10 hectares park, a 84 hectares vineyard, a semi-Olympic swimming-pool and a cinema. Specialist in the upscale red wine, the Antucura cellar proposes 3 labels: Antucura, Calvucura and Barrandica.

DAY 5:

VISIT of the UCO VALLEY. (Private Van).

In the morning, departure in a private van to visit the Salentein vineyard and enjoy its field, 2000 hectares in which 455 vines. It is a rest day for you : wine tasting, ride excursion in the Finca field with exceptional points of view on the Andes and the Tupungato Volcano (6800m) or visit of the hostel’s painting and sculpture gallery.

At the end of the journey, you could choose a rest and well-being moment : Spa and massages, Argentinean cuisine lessons or an introduction to the astronomy looking the Argentinean sky. Night in the Posada Salentein.

En Optional :

In the morning, you could begin you day with the visit of another famous vineyard, the Bodega Lurton, in which you could taste some wines realized with Bonarda, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Syrah Chardonnay, Chenin, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon and Torrontès grape varieties.

Observation :

  • Meals in the Posada.
  • Private van.
  • English speaking guide. .
  • Day activities included.
  • Night in the Posada Salentein 4*.

The Bodega Salentein :

The Bodegas Salentein are the property of the most important Mendoza’s famillies. The total surface reaches two thousands hectares in which 455 just for the vines. These cultures are among the highest cultures in the world. The cultivated grape varieties are Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, under Salentein, Numina, Primus and Los Leones labels.

DAY 6:

ANDES CROSSING: FROM ARGENTINA to CHILE – THERMAL BATHS of JAHUEL.
(Private Van).

As mythical and splendid, it is with the Road 7 that you will cross the border between Argentina and Chile. On you route, you will do a stop to admire the Penitents Formation, a surprising ice structures, then you will cross the Inca Bridge to discover its accommodations. You will cross the Aconcagua park where you could see a perfect shaking between pre-Colombian civilizations, fauna and flora.

In Chile, you will arrive in a new famous wine-producing valley, the Aconcagua Valley, well-known for its Cabernet Sauvignon and its Syrah production. The hostel’s Spa and thermal centre, Thermal baths of Jahuel, will open their doors to you, for a relaxation and re-arrangement afternoon.

Observation :

  • Private van.
  • All entries on the sites are included.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Lunch in the Portillo hostel, close to the border, spectacular view on the Laguna Del Inca.
  • Free dinner.
  • Optional, you could change your rest and pleasure afternoon by a pedestrian excursion or a bike ride in the surrounding mountains.
  • Night in the “The Thermal baths of Jahuel 5*” Hostel.

Skiing in Chile,

Skiing in Chile : for lovers, we will propose you here, to insert a skiing day or more in Portillo, the oldest winter sports resort of South America, located in few kilometers from your hostel. Comfortable and friendly atmosphere, an accessible field for all kinds of skiers : an original interlude and a real breath of pure air in your travel.

DAY 7:

THERMAL BATHS of JAHUEL – VALPARAISO. (Private Van).

Hotel Zero 5

Relaxation morning in the hostel’s thermal installations. Then, you will take a private van to visit your first Chilean vineyards which will surprise you : the Errazuriz vineyard, one of the largest and oldest Chilean vineyards.

Lunch in the town house/hacienda, La Casa San Regis, built in the XVIII century.

In the afternoon, you will be on route to the Valparaiso city, located on the Pacific coast, through the beach district : Viña del Mar. Valparaiso, a Chilean Saint Tropez, a seaside very popular for well-off Santiago inhabitants. That is why we suggest you to enjoy your free evening to feel and appreciate this particular atmosphere. The hostel is on the Cerro Alegra hill, panoramic view on the Valparaiso bay.

Observation :

  • Optional, possibility to add the visit of the San Esteban vineyards, during the morning, famous for its criticism in the well-known Chilean Wine Guide.
  • Private van.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Lunch included in the Casa San Regis.
  • Free dinner.
  • Zero 5* Hostel.

The Bodega Errazuriz,

The Bodega Errazuriz is the oldest Bodega of the Aconcagua Valley and so an important monument in Chile. Every years, criticisms award its productions. Among its labels, Don Maxmiano, La Cumbre, Single Vineyard, Max Reserva, Viñedo Chadwick. A varied offer, several grape varieties and blends which will be appreciated by your palate.

DAY 8:

VALPARAISO – CASABLANCA VALLEY – SAN ANTONIO VALLEY. (Private Van).

In the morning, walk through the Valparaiso city. Thanks to a old funicular you will reach the heights of this city and will discover Valparaiso and its Concepciόn and Alegre districts. Then through lots of small streets you will go to the Mirador of 21st of May, to admire its wonderful panorama on the Valparaiso bay.

At the beginning of the afternoon, departure to the Casablanca Valley: an evocative name of pleasure and Epicureanism, with its divine white wine, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay productions. Several famous bodegas worth the trip.

We suggest you the William Cole Bodega, one of the most famous and a detour in the Indomita Bodega to show its white palace. Then you will travel to San Antonio Valley for a rest and well-being moment in the hostel and to do a tasting in its bodega.

Dinner in the prestigious El Equilibrio hostel’s restaurant where the chief Matias Bustos combines with talent, tradition and innovation, with carefully selected ingredients, for your greater pleasure.

Observation :

  • Free lunch in Valparaiso.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Private van.
  • Lots of Bodegas in this area according to your wishes and desires, possibilities to change the visits and tastings program.
  • Dinner in the El Equilibrio restaurant.
  • Matetic 5* Hostel.

The William Cole Bodega,

Created by an american in 1999, the Boutique William Cole Cellar has a splendid field but also a great quality production ; white wine (Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay) and red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Noir) under Bill, Columbine, Reserve, Alto Vuelo, Mirador Selection labels. You will appreciate also, the visit of the Bodega where the wine is puttins in the bottle, lots of information.

The Indomita Bodega,

Just for its white palace dominating the hill, this Bodega has to be visited. Its cellar is just a bonus.

Matetic Hostel,

The Matetic hostel is a set of high standing rooms with panoramic terraces, built in the middle of the field. Absolute tranquility. The owner will be happy to propose you a tasting of his productions during your dinner.

DAY 9:

COLCHAGUA VALLEY – SANTA CRUZ. (Private Van).

In the morning, in your private van, you will travel to Colchaga Valley. During your route, Isla Negra visit, a small heaven on earth, where you could discover the famous house of the Chilean Pablo Neruda.

During the afternoon, walk in the small Santa Cruz villaje with its back-alley and its museum, the Colchaga museum to discover in, its pre-colombian collection. Then you will join your histel, the Viña de Playa where some optional activities will be propose to you : tasting, massage, aromatherapy, ride a horse or tennis.

Observation :

  • Free lunch in Santa Cruz.
  • Dinner in the hostel.
  • Private van.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Optional acitivites in your hostel la Viña La Playa.
  • Viña Playa 5* Hostel.

Viña Playa Hostel,

The Viña Playa hostel is a large hacienda with a carefully architecture. In the middle of a park in which you could see lots of roses juxtaposing the vineyard. With its large swimming-pool, its tennis and its cycle park, it is a small heaven for you in this field completely out of urban disturbing.

DAY 10:

COLCHAGUA VALLEY – CLOS APALATA. (Private Van).

VALLEE de COLCHAGUA

Your day will begin with the Via Manent vineyard visit, one of the oldest Chilean vineyards, well-known for its Malbecs. On feet or on a horse, you will visit the field and its vines to reach a point of view where you could take benefit of a wonderful view on the Colcahgua Valley.

Then, you will spend a rest and relaxation afternoon, and will discover, in the Clos Alpata, a magic location in the middle of mountains and dominating the valley: maybe the most beautiful step you’re your trip. Gastronomic dinner and enchanted night in the Clos Alpata.

Observation :

  • Lunch in the Viu Manent Bodega.
  • Dinner at the hostel.
  • Cellar visit, on feet or on a horse, included.
  • Transport privé.
  • Au Clos Alpata 5* Hostel.

The Viu Manent Bodega,

The Viu Manent cellar has an excellent reputation thanks to its delicious Malbecs. Its labels: Viu Manent Single Vineyard, Reserva Estate Collection, Noble Semillin and Secreto, without forgetting its famous vintage: VUI 1. Its restaurant will be there, also, to satisfy your papillae.

Clos Apalta and the Casa Lapostolle,

Maybe our favorite, the Clos Apalta has a luxury residence in the middle of the vines combinating confort, modernity and originality. The elliptic architecture, with 7 levels, used to make the wine according to a clever gravity process. The Casa Lapostolle will delight all wine lovers with its upscale blend of Carmérère, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Merlot.

DAY 11:

VISIT of SANTIAGO de CHILE. (Private Van).

Hotel Miraflores Park Plaza

Back to the civilization after few days in another world : in your private van, in the morning, you will go to Santiago de Chile, modern and ultra-dynamic capital. Santiago has known conserve its charming and romantic districts. We will visit the Plaza de Armas, the San Francisco church and its surroundings.

You couldn’t ignore the Cristobal Mountain where you will benefit of a panoramic view on the city. At the end of the journey, a sotfly walk will be propose to you in the Bellavista district, the artisanal and bohemian district of Santiago, to appreciate these last Chilean moments. Night in the “Boutique l’Ambassadeur” hostel.

Observation :

  • Free lunch in Santiago.
  • Private transport.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Free dinner in Santiago.
  • Ambassadeur 5* Hostel.

Boutique Ambassadeur Hostel,

In a French atmosphere with Chilean tradition, the Boutique Ambassadeur Hostel proposes carefully decorated rooms and a customized welcome in order we are like in your own house. You will appreciate the guesthouse dishes, the swimming-pool and garden tranquility.

DAY 12:

SANTIAGO de CHILE – LIMA PERU. (International Flight).

In the morning, departure for a flight to the Inka capital, Lima. Welcome by one of our Novalys representatives. Transfer and installation at your hostel in the Miraflores district. You could taste one of our national cocktails, “Pisco Sour or Algarobina”, and our guide you will do a summary of your trip and will be on your disposal to give an answer to all your questions.

Observation :

  • Free lunch.
  • Private transport.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Free dinner in the « Astride & Gaston » restaurant.
  • Miraflores Park Plaza 5* Hostel.

Miraflores Park Plaza Hostel,

This hostel with an European style will charm you with its elegance, its large spaces and its numerous services which are perfectly adapted for all your needs. You will appreciate, the verdant parks around the hostel, and its wonderful view on the Pacific Ocean.

Astride & Gaston,

Chef : Gaston Acurio.

Cuisine : From eleven years, Astrid & Gaston have maintained a real coherence when it is the hour to prepare a Peruvian and dynamic cuisine, in which perfectionism is in each dishes.

Atmosphere,

Sophisticated and cozy location in a period house of Miraflores. “Elegance” is the characteristic of this restaurant where each detail has its importance.

DAY 13:

LIMA – VISIT OF THE CUSCO CITY. (3360mts) – (Plane / Private Van).

« God’s Gift to Mankind » en Quechua. Cusco has been the “Tawantinsuyu” Inca Empire capital. The legend tells the city was build during the XI or XII century by Manco Capac and Mama Oqllo after birth in the Titicaca Lake.

A day to discover Cusco and its sites. We will begin our visit with the sun temple “Qorikancha”, then we will visit the cathedral build between 1560 and 1669. In the afternoon, we will join the 4 Incas ruins : Tambomachay – Q’enko – Pukapucara – Sacsayhuaman

Back to Cusco, to discover the picturesque district of “San Blas”. Back to your hostel.

Observation :

  • Free lunch.
  • Dinner in the restaurant « La Cicciolina».
  • Private van.
  • English speaking guide upon your arrival.
  • None accompanied flight.
  • Hostel: Monasterio 5* (Junior Suite).

Monasterio Hostel,

The monastery was found in 1595 on the Inca Amaru Qhala palace site. In 1598, it became the San Antonio Abad seminary according the Cusco bishop’s decision, Antonio de la Raya Lordship, who wanted to train catholic priests. Now, the Monasterio hostel is a national interest site protected by the Nation Institute of Culture and has conserved all its characteristics and its charm.

Cicciolina Restaurant,

The « Cicciolina » restaurant. Bar Tapas.

Savours combination finely selected. Within a convivial environment, where the cuisine will open to you. In the Cusco centre, this location is the perfect place for a good aperitif with marvelous Tapas.

El Inka Spa,

Inspired from Ancestral Andean Rituals.

Explore, go ahead until knowing the bases of the wonderful Inca culture, by living a personnel repairing experience, by purifying your or by reloading you in energy. Benefit of the oxygen lounge, a commode environment, with oxygen where you could read, listen music, watch a movie or just drink a fruit cocktail and recharge your batteries.

DAY 14:

CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO. (East Express Hiram Bingham Train).

Train Hiram Bingham Orient Express

Departure at 07h30 in a private van to Cusco railway station (Poroy) to join the Machu Picchu Pueblo city in the one of the most beautiful train all around the world, the Hiram Bingham.

Lunch on board.

Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed, with a particular attention, by the hostel’s staff. At the beginning of afternoon, small walk in this luxuriant vegetation where we will discover an important variety of orchids, “more than 200”, unique in this area, or our famous Hummingbird.

* Hiram Bingham Train Nº11 de 09h05, arrival at 12h24.

Observation :

  • Lunch on board.
  • Dinner at the Hostel.
  • Private van.
  • East Express Hiram Bingham Train.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Hostel: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo 5* (Junior Suite).

The Hiram Bingham Train,

The Hiram Bingham is the most luxurious way to travel between Cusco and the Machu Picchu. For many travelers, this trip to the Machu Picchu is an unique experience in their life and the Hiram Bingham participates in this magical and unforgettable trip.

Inkaterra Hostel,

Nothing less than a natural paradise where we can be connected with the sacred mountain energy. Inkaterra is more than a luxury hostel, it is a luxurious village in the white hills with terrace bungalows.

The 7th Wonder of the World,

…. THE MACHU PICCHU……

DAY 15:

MACHU PICCHU VISIT – Back to OLLANTAYTAMBO. (East Express Hiram Bingham Train).

Around 06H30 departure in bus to join the citadel, possibility to go to the Sun Door in order to survey the Machu Picchu with the first sun lights. This third wonder of the world, found in 1911 by Hiram Bingham, American anthropologist, reaching 2400 high meters, will appear just front of you and will let you reflexive.

A site within an extraordinary beauty, in a tropical environment shows the apogee of the Inca Empire. The Machu Picchu will surprise you by its terraces, walls and impressive ramps in a natural setting.

Towards 13h00 back to the village and lunch in the « El Indio Feliz » restaurant.

Return to the Aguacalientes railway station at 16h30 to Ollantaytambo.

* Hiram Bingham Train Nº 15 at 17H50, arrival at 19H50 in Ollantaytambo.

Upon your arrival you will be transported in a private car directly to your hostel.

Suggestion:

Possibility for good walkers to climb the Huayna Picchu (don’t be scared of heights) or join the Sun door.

Observation :

  • Lunch in the « El Indio Feliz » restaurant
  • Dinner at your hostel.
  • English speaking guide.
  • East Express Hiram Bingham Train.
  • Private van.
  • Hostel : Sol y Luna Casitas 5* (Luxury Casitas).

El Indio Feliz Restaurant,

This restaurant with its thousands colors is the best table of the area, its chief Patrick, will take you along his mazes of savors in the middle of a surprising environment.

Sol y Luna Casitas Hostel,

This Eden where each day, the sun fills us with joy, and where mountains have a, attentive eye on our houses, we invite you to take advantage of these beautiful landscapes.

Private reception, a VIP access to the different services of Sol y Luna like its Spa, the Killa Wasi restaurant, the winelist where the table chief will be able to please you.

DAY 16:

PLEASURE, WELL – BEING and GASTRONOMY.

Hotel Sol Luna Casitas 5

Relaxation day in Sol y Luna,

The Sol y Luna has its own horses ranch.

With professionals you will go at 09H00 for a ride in the valley, you will see this area with another look in the middle of its specific flora. Back to the hostel at 12H00.

Lunch buffet in gardens’ hostel.

Free afternoon.

Our Suggestions:

Mechanic sports lovers, you could escape you off the beaten paths on a four-engine car.

A VTT walk in order to be in a perfect harmony with the rare silence.

During the evening, towards 17H00, well-being session during 60 minutes in the Yacu Wasi.

Observation :

  • Buffet lunch at the hostel.
  • Dinner at the Wayra restaurant with a representation of « Caballos de Paso ».
  • Ride included. Opportunity to change this activity.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Hostel : Sol & Luna Casitas 5* (Luxury Casitas).

Note :

For cooking lovers, a tasting menu « Table du chef » with its five dishes and its best wines could be propose you.

DAY 17:

OLLANTAYTAMBO – MORAY – MARAS – CHINCHERO – CUSCO. (Private Van).

Early in the morning, we will follow our road to go to the surprising « Salinas de Maras » salt water sources which have been flowed for centuries and still unexploited by the local population who rent one or several parcels.

From this place, we will discover Moray, Amphitheatre composed by several terraces disposed on concentric circles. In fact, it was an Inca agricultural research centre where was practiced cultural experience. Each terrace creates a microclimate where it’s possible to cultivate more than 250 plant’s varieties.

Picnic lunch.

The Chinchero village based in Cusco campaign was entirely built, like Ollantaytambo, on Inca bases. To “Tupac Yupanqui” could repose himself during his displacement. It’s one of the rare villages who still own today, Incas traces. It Church or all these terraces are the proof. Return to Cusco. Installation in your hotel.

Return to Cusco, installation in your hostel.

Observation :

  • Picnic lunch.
  • Dinner at the « El Vaco » restaurant.
  • Private van.
  • English speaking guide.
  • Boutique La Casona By Inkaterra 5* Hostel (Balcon Suite).

El Vaco Restaurant,

Vaco is a roomy place with an atmosphere where gastronomy, wines and savors are mixed in the South America sound.

Rustic environment where impressive colored paintings between some bunches of flowers are mingling with wood and iron.

Exodus & Elegance

Delfin I Amazon Cruize 5*,

Delfin I Amazon Cruize

The largest natural and animal sight of the world, a global record realized in the Peruvian Amazonia. To discover it, to immerse oneself of its richness, of its culture and of its exotic products, Novalys presents you its best option to transport you some days through its waters on the Delfin ship.

You will travel according the style of your wishes. From exclusive suites, with private bathroom and conditioned air, you could see the landscapes in a peaceful atmosphere. In order to take benefits of this moment, one of the best Peruvian chief, will exalt your taste buds thanks to a new savors feast a gastronomic techniques, and the best South America wines. At the end of this day, you will fall in love of this exotic view under starlight and an ebony sky.

This trip will show you the best of two worlds: secrets, myths and affluence, to enjoy in the best comfort, the Delfin.

DAY 18:

CUSCO – LIMA – IQUITOS – DELFIN. (Plane / Cruise).

In the morning, departure to Lima. In the Lima airport, you will be welcomed by a Novalys representative who will help you for the direct transfer to Iquitos.

Upon your arrival in Inquitos, reception by your guide who will drive you, with a private van, to the Nautonier’s river port, on the Rio le Spondias Banks, where Delfin will be there for you.

After your installation we will weight anchor and you will begin your cruise.

Towards 20h00, meeting on the deck to introduce the cruise company. Our naturalist guides will explain you with details your stay. Then a local products dinner will be offer to you.

Before to take advantages of the beautiful Amazonian night, our competent team will share with you a musical evening and a wonderful fruit cocktail.

Observation :

  • Free lunch.
  • Dinner on board: Gastronomic cuisine.
  • None accompanied flight. Private van.
  • English speaking or Spanish speaking guide according to possibilities.
  • Night on board of the DELFIN SHIP (Master Suite).

Flights:

  • Cusco / Lima : Lan Peru Flight Nº2020 at 11H45, arrival at 13H10.
  • Lima / Iquitos : Lan Peru Flight Nº2382 de 15H40, arrival at 17H25.
DAY 19:

BELLUDA CAÑO – RIO DORADO. (Cruise).

RIO DORADO

Towards 07 am, buffet breakfast in which you could discover an important variety of local products. According to the rainy season we will begin the day :

Point A :

We will take on board of the secondary boats to explore the Belluda Caño branch where the vegetation of each banks is mixed. During this cruise we could see a large variety of Bromelias.

Point B :

Boat-ride, approximately one hour, where we will discover this forest still intact before our arrival in a dark lagoon where two dugouts are waiting for us, for an oar walk, to make the most of the nature silence and the bird sounds. You could also discover a typical Amazonian fish, “El Paiche”, which can reach 80 kg.

Return on board and lunch.

Towards 3h30 pm, we will arrive in our new destination, the Dorado river, which means the beginning of our exploration in this huge biodiversity of fauna and flora. The aim of this discovery is to see the Pink and Grey Dolphin, one of the only one to live in these waters. You could also discover several monkey species, Toucan and Parrots with one thousand and one colors.

At 07H00 pm return on the boat. Dinner on board. Free evening.

Observation :

  • Lunch and dinner on board: gastronomic cuisine.
  • English speaking or Spanish speaking Guide according to possibilities.
  • Night on board on the DELFIN Ship (Master Suite).
DAY 20:

PUINAHUA – PACAYA RIVER – ATUN POZA LACK. (Cruise).

RIVIERE PACAYA

6:30 Am. Breakfast and departure for a long walk in the Amazonian forest where your guide will present you the developing projects of the area. We will visit one of these projects when inhabitants plant palms to obtain oil, and create artificial turtle’s nets to protect their eggs.

Immediately we will sink into the jungle to find a wild life. Our naturalist guide will show you several medicinal plants. Return on board for the lunch.

Towards 3:00pm : Expedition to observe monkeys, Dolphins and Caymans. You could appreciate two different kinds of dolphins living in soft water. You will be surprised by an important variety of primates as 13 monkey species living in the national park. This moment will be devoted to the discovery of an unusual fauna and flora. Return on the boat where we will spend the evening.

Observation :

  • Lunch and dinner on board: gastronomic cuisine.
  • English speaking or Spanish speaking guide according to possibilities.
  • Night on board on the DELFIN Ship (Master Suite)
DAY 21:

CARO CURAHUAYTE LACK – FISHING TOUR. (Cruise).

After your breakfast, you will leave the boat to visit a wonderful lagoon where you could realize an unusual fishing, the Piranha, which can reach an impressive size in this area : an unique moment to share. If your fishing is successful, the chief will know to cook it according to your desires.

You will also the opportunity to discover lots of tucan, monkeys and parrots. During the route, we will do a little break to feed the famous Pink Dolphin, an important moment of this cruise. From this place you will go down the river to Iquitos.

In the afternoon, optional visit of the « Ribereña » community where your guide and you will be deep in customs and traditions of this fishermen village.

For them who wish to stay on board during the afternoon, you could appreciate the landscape or take a break with your favorite book. 8:00pm end cruise dinner.

Leaving these marvelous moments behind you, you could share this moment with the others travelers or just face to face.

Observation :

  • Lunch and dinner on board: gastronomic cuisine.
  • English speaking or Spanish speaking guide according to the possibilities.
  • Night on board on the DELFIN Ship (Master Suite).
DAY 22:

PUERTO MIGUE COMMUNITY – NAUTA HARBOUR – IQUITOS – LIMA. (Cruise / plane).

PORT de NAUTA

6:30am. Early departure on the Ucayali River to join the Yurucuche Lake. Small walking through the forest to discover aquatic plants, the tallest in the world : “the Royal victories”. You will one of the only persons to see this show. Return on the boat for the breakfast.

This morning, the DelfinII will sail to and fro across the national reserve limits of Pacaya Samiria, dense vegetation on five millions of acres. In this place, intersection between two of the largest rivers, the Ucayali and the Spondias, you could see one of the most important falls in the world.

From there, we will join a location filled with Port le Pré natives, where you could share with the local inhabitants of this far away part of the world and know more about their cultures, traditions and folklore. Before the departure, you will have the possibility to discover their local art and do some purchasing. Return on board.

Lunch, the last of this unforgotten stay. A perfect mix between nature, comfort, elegance and feelings.

Return of the ground and connexion for a flight to Lima. Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed by a Novalys representative who will drive you to your hostel.

Observation :

  • Lunch on board.
  • Dinner at the hostel’s restaurant.
  • None accompanied flight. Private van.
  • Novalys representative.
  • Miraflores Park Plaza 5* Hostel (Ocean View).

Flight:

Lima / Iquitos : Lan Peru Flight Nº2383 at 6:00pm, arrival at 07:40pm.

Note :

Possibility to take your international flight this same day according to the flight hours.

DAY 23:

CITY VISIT – INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT. (International Airport Jorge Chavez).

Towards 09:00am, departure to join the historic center of Lima, a Unesco site from 1991. Before to visit the San Francisco convent, we will discover the San Martin Place, the Weapons Place and its cathedral. These examples of a colonial, Neo Classique, Art Deco and New Art architectures will you be travel through the time. Lunch in one of our specialized restaurants in sea products. Free afternoon.

* Novalys invite you for this departure lunch at the « Rosa Nautica » restaurant.

Suggestion :

After the lunch, possibility to visit Barranco, old fishermen village. This district is now a seaside very attractive for foreign and local people. It is the romantic, bohemian and night owl area of Lima.

Three hours before the flights, transfer to the Jorge Chavez airport for your international flight.

Observation :

  • Lunch at the « Rosa Nautica » restaurant.
  • Transfer to the airport in a private van.
  • English Novalys representative. .
  • Hostel: Miraflores Park Plaza 5* (Ocean View).
  • You could use your room freely until the departure.

La Rosa Nautica Restaurant,

The Rosa Nautica will offer you a fascinating gastronomic adventure for your senses where passion for great cuisine and the harmony of wares are mixed.

THE STAY INCLUDES :

Flights in Argentina :

  • Buenos Aires – Mendoza.
  • Santiago De Chile – Lima Peru.

Flights in Peru :

  • Lima – Cusco RT.
  • Lima – Iquitos RT.

Private guide:

  • Welcoming by a Novalys representative.
  • 1 English speaking guide in Town.
  • 1 English speaking guide during the cruise.

Transport :

  • All named transports in a private van.
  • All transfers airport/train in a private van during the stay.
  • Hiram Bingham Train to Machu Picchu.
  • All entries on the sites, museums and natural parks according to the program.
  • All 4/5* hostels in double room with breakfast.
  • All exclusive during the luxury cruise in North Amazonia.
  • All breakfasts and gastronomic dinners in restaurants or hostels.
  • Guide’s costs (transport, hostel, meals…).
  • Bank costs.
  • International tax.

THE STAY DOES NOT INCLUDE :

  • Individual equipment.
  • Hospital or compulsory repatriation insurance
  • International flights, arrival and return.
  • Two national airport taxes : 12.00 US$.
  • Free lunches and dinners.
  • The tips for guides, drivers or others.
  • Your personnel insurance and cancelling.
  • This is mentioned as optional or free.
  • All is not mentioned as included.
  • Your personal purchasing.

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Your Hostels :  2-3* 3-4* 4-5* 5*

Meals :  Free Half Board All inclusive Novalys Selection

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