05 Nov 2014
Specialist tour operator Journey Latin America announces the launch of 6 pioneering and exclusive 'one-off' journeys which will take you to some of our favourite lesser-known destinations across Latin America.
Using feedback from tour leaders, clients and staff's local knowledge, these small escorted tours offer unique experiences such as a boat trip on the unspoilt Rio San Juan in Nicaragua; a visit to 12 archaeological sites in Mexico; a jungle experience in the world's most bio-diverse rainforest in Peru and travel by train through the Atlantic rainforest in Brazil:
Archaeology of Mexico: Into Cancun and out of Belize city, loop around the Yucatán, taking in lesser-known archaeological sites such as Ek'Balam, Balamkul, Becan and Xlapak; the colonial towns of Merida and Campeche and Lamanai Outpost in Belize.
“This journey goes off the established beaten-track to discover the lesser-known temples and pyramids of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula but is also about living culture, visiting communities and sampling regional cuisine.” Adam Calladine, Product and Operations, Group Tours.
Departs: 27 April 2015. Price from: £3,438pp including flights from London.
Off- the-beaten track Nicaragua: Starting at a coffee plantation, this tour continues to Granada and Ometepe, then to the relatively unknown Solentiname Islands in Lago Nicaragua and the region of Rio San Juan.
“Nicaragua is crammed with active volcanoes, wildlife-rich rainforest and a fascinating living history.” Nicola Gude, Tour Leader Coordinator.
Departs: 04 May 2015. Price from: £2,848pp including flights from London.
Back on Track: Following the success of last year's tour, hop back on the Tren Crucero for a 4 night journey to Guayaquil. Also visit Mindo cloudforest and the colonial capital, Quito.
“The engineering expertise required to build the line through craggy mountains is evident in the majestic views.” Natalie Paiva, Travel Consultant.
The Amazon Jungle in Peru: This tour ventures deep into the jungle; visit the Manu biosphere in Southern Peru and spend time with the CREES workers and scientists for a once in a lifetime experience.
“CREES foundation is a well-recognised and leading conservation not-for-profit organisation that manages sustainable initiatives in the Manu Biosphere Reserve.” Ben Line, Senior Travel Consultant.
Departs: 11 July 2015. Price from: £4,588pp including flights from London.
North-east Brazil: An area overlooked by group travel, visit the remote lagoons and dunes of Lençois Maranhenses and the wildlife-studded wilderness of the Parnaiba Delta. End on Jericoacoara beach.
“This journey is a perfect blend of culture and natural beauty, adventure and relaxation.” Alexandra Walker, Travel Consultant.
Departs: 14 August 2015. Price from: £3,538pp including flights from the UK.
Buenos Aires, Uruguay and South Brazil: Start in Buenos Aires, head across the River Plate into Uruguay and then continue to Southern Brazil for an active adventure in the Aparados da Serra, culminating with the Serra Verde train from Curitiba to Morretes.
“An especially good choice if you're looking to escape well-known tourist routes: you're much more likely to meet locals and South American holidaymakers than other UK travellers in these places.” David Nichols, Product Manager.
Departs: 08 October 2015. Price from: £4,398pp including flights tom London.
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Further Information:
For more information on Journey Latin America and to see our full range of holidays, please visit www.journeylatinamerica.co.uk or telephone: 020 8600 1881
For press information or images please contact Mary Anne Nelson on 020 8600 1894 or press@journeylatinamerica.co.uk
