Lakewood Elks
"Discover South America"
15 Day Deluxe Tour

October 11 - 25, 2001

Limited Space, Reserve Now!

$300.00 per person,
Deposit Due June 15, 2001

$2995.00 per person*

double occupancy - plus taxes
add $800.00 for single supplement
add $100.00 for non-Elks members

Contact "Bang" Bengson, Elks Travel Chairman: 303-697-9376 for general inquires and member status

*Does not include visa fees, air taxes, exit taxes, insurance, fuel surcharges, and these fees are subject to change at anytime.

Christ the Redeemer Statue
Overlooks Sparkling Rio

At a Glance Tour Highlights

• Day 1 Overnight flight
• Day 2, 3 Intercontinental, Santiago, Chile
• Day 4 Hotel Colons del Sur, Puerto Varas, Chile
• Day 5 Hotel Peulla, Peulla, Chile
• Day 6, 7 Hotel Edelweiss, Bariloche, Argentina
• Day 8, 9 Claridge Hotel, Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Day 10, 11 Tropical Hotel, Iguassu Falls, Brazil
• Day 12, 13 Sheraton Rio Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Day 14 Overnight flight

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Iguassu Falls

The Quiet Lakeside Resort
of Puerto Varas, Chile

Sheraton Rio Hotel & Towers
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Pool at Sheraton Rio Hotel & Towers

A Tango Show

Experience the diversity, European ambiance and Latin American flair of South America. In Buenos Aires, attend an authentic tango show and take an informative tour of Argentina's sophisticated capital city. You'll agree that the city of Bariloche has a special atmosphere with a landscape reminiscent of Europe's Alpine region, and a culture reflecting a strong Italian influence. In Brazil, explore the amazing Iguassu Falls on a fascinating walking tour along the many paths and bridges that wind below and above this natural wonder. Cross the majestic Andes Mountains via the scenic lakes of Chile and see why it has been compared to a fjord cruise in Scandinavia. Fly to Rio de Janeiro and enjoy all this great city has to offer: beautiful beaches, spectacular views, great cuisine and friendly people.

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Itinerary:

Day 1, October 11: Arrive 2:45 PM Denver International Airport, DIA, for group check-in at United Airlines. Depart Denver to Miami. Board your overnight flight to begin your tour of discovering South America.

Day 2, October 12: Arrive Santiago, Chile, 7:55 AM on United Airlines. After arriving in Santiago de Chile, you will enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, including the HIPPODROME, O'HIGGINS PARK, and the popular CERRO SAN CRISTOBAL, home to the STATUE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION. Hotel: Intercontinental, two nights.

Day 3, October 13: Santiago Today is a day of leisure to relax or take an optional tour of the area. This evening, enjoy dinner and a traditional FOLKLORE SHOW. Meals included B, D

Day 4, October 14: Santiago - Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas (the Lake District) Your vacation continues in the extraordinary LAKE DISTRICT. Fly south to the coastal town of PUERTO MONTT and visit charming ANGELMO FISHING VILLAGE. Next, transfer to the picturesque resort of PUERTO VARAS, located on the shores of LAKE LLANQUIHUE. Meals included B, D, Hotel: Colons del Sur, one night.

Day 5, October 15: Puerto Varas - Peulla Today you begin the CROSSING OF THE MAJESTIC ANDES. Behold the mammoth OSORNO VOLCANO in the distance as you travel through the beautiful countryside. View the majestic and colorful PETROHUE FALLS before driving to the shores of the LAGO TODOS LOS SANTOS (The Lake of All Saints). Cruise across the lake to the rustic town of PEULLA, located at the foot of the mountains. Meals included B, D, Hotel: Puella, one night.

Day 6, October 16: Peulla - Lake Crossing - Bariloche, Argentina Enjoy a leisurely drive through the forest and the lower hills of the Andes to arrive at the ARGENTINE BORDER. Board a launch for a short cruise across lovely LAGO FRIAS. Travel through the deep forest to PUERTO BLEST where you embark on a cruise across scenic LAKE NAHUEL HUAPI. Arriving in Puerto Panuelo, you drive to the Alpine village of SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHE. Meals included B, Hotel: Edelweiss, two nights.

Day 7, October 17: Bariloche The day is at leisure in Bariloche, renowned for its chocolate production. You may wish to take a leisurely walk to Central Square or embark on an optional tour of the area. Meals included B

Day 8, October 18: Bariloche - Buenos Aires Today you fly to the exciting city of BUENOS AIRES. The "Paris of South America" is bursting with beautiful European architecture, lively boulevards and quaint sidewalk cafes. Enjoy a PORTENOS TOUR of the capital, viewing the lavish TEATRO COLON, the famous opera house; 9TH OF JULY AVENUE, one of the world's widest boulevards; RECOLETA CEMETERY, where the TOMB OF EVA PERON is located; and the President's residence, the CASA ROSADA. Savor a typical Argentine steak dinner before enjoying a TANGO SHOW, which originated in Buenos Aires. Meals included B, D, Hotel: Claridge, two nights.

Day 9, October 19: Buenos Aires Drive through the famous PAMPAS to a typical ARGENTINE ESTANCIA (ranch) to see the GAUCHOS demonstrate their horsemanship, and perform amazing feats of skill. Next, enjoy a typical ARGENTINE ASADO (lunch), barbecued over an open fire. Typical gaucho dance and music will follow. Meals included B, L

Day 10, October 20: Buenos Aires - Iguassu Falls, Brazil Today you fly north to the natural wonder known as the IGUASSU FALLS, located on the border of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. Arrive on the Argentinean side and enjoy a tour of the park and behold the magnificent views of the Falls. Later, transfer to the Brazilian side to IGUASSU NATIONAL PARK. Meals included B, D Hotel: Las Cataratas, two nights.

Day 11, October 21: Iguassu Falls Enjoy a leisurely-paced walking tour of the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls. The remainder of your day is at leisure. You may wish to take advantage of the optional tours offered. Meals included B

Day 12, October 22: Iguassu Falls - Rio de Janeiro Today you fly to the beautiful and vibrant city of RIO DE JANEIRO, the cultural capital of Brazil. Magnificent views, beautiful beaches, great cuisine and friendly people make Rio a fantastic vacation destination. Meals included B

Day 13, October 23: Rio de Janeiro Enjoy a CARIOCA'S TOUR of Rio, including COPACABANA and IPANEMA BEACHES, FLAMENGO PARK and MARACANA SOCCER STADIUM. Next, ascend CORCOVADO to visit one of the world's most famous landmarks - the gigantic statue of CHRIST THE REDEEMER. Tonight, take a cable car to SUGARLOAF and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. You cap off your evening at one of Rio's top restaurants for a typical "CHURRASCARIA" dinner of marinated and charcoal-roasted meats in true Brazilian-style. Transfer to Airport for United Airlines return flight, departs 10:00 PM - arrives Miami 4:45 AM on October 25th. Meals included B, D, Hotel: Sheraton Rio de Janera, two nights.

Day 14, October 24: Rio de Janeiro - Overnight Flight. You will have leisure time before transferring to the airport for your return trip home. Meals included B

Day 15, October 25: Return home from Miami 8:00 AM flight to Denver, arrives 10:05 AM.

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