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Patagonia - Torres del Paine Torres del Paine is considered by many to be Latin America's finest national park and home to huge towering granite peaks which were created during the Ice Age and are still crowned today by glaciers. The two-coloured Cuernos (the Horns) and the distinguished Torres (Towers) are surrounded by a string of aquamarine, emerald and turquoise lakes. Waterfalls, glaciers and amazing hiking trails will put you in touch with nature. Explora Hotel 4 Day Essential Torres del Paine Departures: Daily Day 1: Punta Arenas ­ Torres del Paine On arrival at Punta Arenas Airport, you will be met and transferred to the bus station to board a luxury bus to Puerto Natales (3 hours approx). Puerto Natales is a compact little town sitting amid spectacular scenery on the shore of Last Hope Sound. From here, a string of snowy peaks decorates the horizon. On arrival at Puerto Natales you will be met by your guide for your transfer to Torres del Paine National Park (4 hours approx). Overnight: Local Hosteria (confirmed at time of booking) Day 2: Torres del Paine National Park Today, a full-day excursion in the national park awaits. You will visit the Salto Grande Waterfall where Nordenkjöld Lake drains into Lake Pehoé. From here the views of the Cuernos del Paine are unrivalled. Continue to the beautiful Lake Grey to see the awe-inspring glacier which shares the same name. Walk along the lakeshore to watch the icebergs float silently by. (BL) Day 3: Torres del Paine National Park Enjoy a full day at leisure for further exploration of this beautiful region. We recommend taking a boat on Lake Grey and travelling up to the glacier wall. (B) Day 4: Torres del Paine ­ Punta Arenas Today, transfer to Puerto Natales for the return bus journey back to Punta Arenas Airport for your onward flight. (B) Prices Include · 3 nights accommodation as specified in the itinerary · Meals as specified (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch) · All transport and sightseeing on shared basis as detailed · Services of an English-speaking guide while touring · Full-day Torres del Paine excursion, including park entrance fees Tour Prices Prices per person, in £'s from 01Jan08-30Apr08 01May08-30Sep08 01Oct08-31Mar09 Essential Torres Del Paine Twin 643 469 707 Single 1056 766 1162 Horseriding in the Torres del Paine National Park 5 Day Unique Torres del Paine - Explora Hotel Departures: Varies, please ask for details Day 1: Punta Arenas - Torres del Paine On arrival into Punta Arenas Airport, you will be met and transferred to the bus station for the four-hour luxury bus journey to Puerto Natales. Here, you will be met by your guide for a transfer directly to the luxurious Explora Hotel, your home for the next four nights in the heart of Torres del Paine's breathtaking surroundings. Commaning stunning views of the mighty granite peaks and offering the highest standards of comfort and cuisine, a stay at the Explora Hotel is like nowhere else on Earth, as you'll realise when taking in the views from the indoor pool or the outdoor Jacuzzis! (D) Overnight: Explora Hotel (Salto Chico Room, or Cordillera Paine Room with views of Macizo del Paine) Days 2-4: Torres del Paine Activities You have three full days to discover the incredible scenery of Torres del Paine, with your choice of daily activities and excursions designed by Explora to present the beauty of the region, all accompanied by expert guides. Enjoy organised lakeshore walks, mountain hiking, horse riding, photographic safaris and sightseeing excursions, or just relax back at the hotel. (BLD) Day 5: Torres del Paine - Punta Arenas After breakfast, transfer back to Puerto Natales for the return bus journey back to Punta Arenas Airport. (B) Prices Include · 4 nights accommodation as specified in the itinerary · Meals as specified (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) and an open bar · All activities and sightseeing on shared basis as detailed · Services of an English-speaking guide while touring · Return transfers from Punta Arenas Airport (7 hours each way) Prices per person, in £'s from Salto Chico Twin Single 01Jan08-31Mar09 Cordillera Paine 01Jan08-31Mar09 1196 1686 Twin Single 1317 1934 Brochure prices may change, see booking conditions 65