ESSENTIALS
DATES September 5-16, 2008
FLY DATES
  Depart USA to Buenos Aires Depart Buenos Aires to USA
September 2008 5/5 (arrive 5/6) 5/15 (arrive USA 5/16)
DEPOSIT A deposit of $750 per person is required at the time of registration.
FINAL PAYMENT Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure and is payable by personal check. Credit card charges for final payment are assessed a processing fee.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS No visa is required for American or Canadian passport holders. Travelers of other nationalities should check with the appropriate Consulate or Embassy for requirements. If you take an extension to IGUAZU FALLS, a Brazilian visa is required.

SHOTS / HEALTH

 None required or recommended. It is recommended you have your reqular vaccinations up-to-date before traveling. For further information, visit the Center For Disease Control website.

INT'L AIRFARE

Delta Airlines, Lan Chile, American Airlines are among airlines that can be used for this trip. We recommend booking at least 7 months in advance if you want to try to use Frequent Flyer Miles for free tickets or upgrades or the American Express Platinum card 2-4-1 program.
MINIMUMS All departures are guaranteed on a minimum of 6* participants. A Coda Tour Manager accompanies the tour on a minimum of 12 participants.
TOUR RATES - 10 hotel nights and 15 meals included
2008 Land Price Intra-tour Air Total Per Person
Double $3995 $655 $4650
Single $5495 $655 $6150
INCLUDED
Tour rates are per person in U.S. dollars. Most major credit cards are accepted for Tour Deposit. Final payment is payable by personal check. Final payment by credit card is assessed a processing fee.
Tour Rates include accommodations as listed in the itinerary, entertainment, special meals, air-conditioned motor coach, van or sedan transporation, sightseeing, luggage handling, admissions, expert English-speaking local guides and drivers. Mineral water on busses and at meals.
Arrival and departure transfers are included for those who purchase international air through Coda International Tours. Separate transfer costs will be charged to those who are not ticketed by Coda International Tours. Participants are required to provide Coda Tours with complete international flight details at least 2 weeks prior to the schedule tour departure date.
Most meals are included as indicated in the itinerary. The meal codes are: B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner; R=Cocktail Reception. Participants with specific dietary requirements must inform Coda Tours at least 2 weeks prior to departure. Every effort will be made to accommodate special dietary needs where possible. Most meals taken as a group are pre-ordered. Local cuisine is given preference over Western choices.
NOT INCLUDED
International airfare is not included. Coda Tour will be happy to assist with business, first or coach class airfares . If you are planning to use Frequent Flyer Miles for an upgrade or free ticket, we highly recommend booking your tour at least 7 months prior to departure.
Passport and visa expenses (if required). Please check our Travel Documents requirements for this trip. Always double check that your passport will remain valid for at least 6 months past your return to the U.S.and that you have sufficient empty pages in your passport to accommodate visa and entry/exit stamps. Always carry a copy of your passport packed separately from your travel documents and leave a copy with someone at home.
Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance which is highly recommended to protect your travel investment in the unlikelihood you would need to cancel or return home early. We recommend Travel Insured International and will send you an application form with confirmation of your trip. You may check the rates for insurance on their website at www.travelinsured.com. We also recommend insuring any expense for airline tickets issued prior to the determination if a tour is guaranteed to operate. We cannot assume responsibility for losses incurred due to the cancellation of a tour.
Gratuities to porters, waiters and hotel staff are included. Gratuities to local guides & drivers are not included.
Personal Expenses such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and bar beverages, laundry, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees (if applicable) and other optional incidental extras are not included and may be significant.
EXTENSIONS
Please see our EXTENSION PAGE
AFTER YOU ARRIVE
WEARING Medium cotton fabrics are best. T-shirts, khakis, shorts, jeans and similar casual wear will be best for daytime touring. Evening dress is also casual. Weather is warmish during the day and fairly cool n the evenings. A ljacket comes in handy as will some light fleece wear.
WEATHER

As residents of the Northern Hemisphere, Argentina offers us travelers the possibility of enjoying two summers in one year, but the country's great variety and elongated geography means visiting is pleasant during any season.
AVERAGE TEMPERATURES AVERAGE RAINFALL
   
Buenos Aires
Bariloche
 Calafate
High September
64
51
50
Low September
51
31
33
Inches September
2.6
2.2
0.60
SPENDING

The official currency on this tour is:

  • Argentinian Peso (Arg$)
It is not necessary to exchange foreign currency before the tour begins. Your local guides can advise as to where you can obtain local currency. Major credit cards are widely accepted and can be used for major purchases. All of the hotels on this itinerary have currency exchange desks. Travelers’ checks are accepted but are becoming very out-dated with the advent of the ATM card..

ATM and cash machines are readil;y available in the large cities, and you will not have any challenges using a credit card. Contact your bank in advance of departure to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM or credit card at locations abroad. Travelers’ checks are also widely accepted.

To obtain the latest currency exchange rate, you may want to check your local newspaper or log on to the Internet website www.oanda.com.
RECHARGING The electrical current in the hotels is 220V 50HzHz. If you plan on bringing electrical devices with you, it is suggested that you bring an electrical converter with an adapter plug set, although it may not be necessary as all hotels have pre-adapted outlets for razors, as well as hairdryers/. The following adapter plugs are used on this trip.

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A PRETTY FACE

Occasionally, we will use photographs taken by fellow guests or your Tour Director on your tour for promotional purposes. If you prefer that your photo not be used in any marketing activities, please notify your Tour Director at the start of your tour.