Friday, February 19, 2010

Savoring Chile & Argentina's Cuisine, Wines & Culture


We are delighted to announce a new fully escorted small group tour to Latin America. With international food and wine expert Liz Caskey as your host, travel and taste throughout some of Chile and Argentina's famous wine regions with Cox & King's. From wine makers to farmstead cheese makers, connect with the people who make it happen.

Savoring Chile & Argentina's Cuisine, Wines & CultureSpecial departure: September 23-30, 2010

Highlights:

• Explore vibrant markets in Santiago, winding through the stands of our favorite vendors.

• Taste your way through notable wineries of Chile's Colchagua Valley, from unassuming "garage" bodegas to chic and innovative wine superstars.

• Meet local farmers and beekeepers, as well as artisanal producers of cheeses, premium olive oils, and herbal liquors.

• Enjoy delicious meals prepared with the best of seasonal produce in rustic haciendas, renovated wine cellars, turn-of-the-century villas, and al fresco.

• Tour Mendoza's main wine regions, including Luján de Cuyo, Maipu, and Uco Valley, with the dramatic Andes as a backdrop.
• Learn to prepare regional classics during a cooking class at Cavas Wine Lodge, Mendoza.


Trip Costs and Booking:

The cost for this 8-day, 7-night journey is $4995 based on double occupancy ($685 single supplement). Includes all accommodations with most meals, sightseeing, transfers, baggage handling, and taxes. Meals not stated on the itinerary, gratuities and personal expenses, are an additional cost. Internal airfare is an additional $325 per person in economy class. International airfare is not included. Tour starts and ends in Santiago, Chile.

If you're passionate about food and wine, and exploring how they are intrinsically tied to the local culture, we invite you to travel with us, Savoring Chile & Argentina's Cuisine, Wines & Culture.


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