Escorted Golf Tours Argentina 2009

Escorted Golf Tours with Marion & Gary Pike. GOLF HOLIDAYS

Argentina 2009

14th to the 27th January 2009

Gary and Marion would like to invite you to join them in the wonderful country of Argentina.

We start our tour in the vibrant and sophisticated Capital City of Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires is divided into districts and our hotel the luxury 5 Star Emperador which is situated in the district of Recoleta. Famed for
its café society, restaurants and shops. During our time in the City we will enjoy a VIP Tango Show. As well as
playing golf at Olivos GC, San Eliseo GC and Pilar GC.

Our second stop is to San Martin de Los Andes. Patagonia one of the most beautiful places on the planet breathtaking scenery and playing the first Jack Nicklaus course to be built in Argentina. Chapeleco Golf Club. A must play course and we will be staying at the new 5 star Chapeleco Hotel on site.

We travel to our final destination Bariloche by road along the seven lakes route 234, one of the worlds great highways. We will be spell bound by the beauty of the scenery in Patagonia but none more so as we travel to the most famous resort in Patagonia Llao Llao (pronounce Ja Ja) A member of the Leading Hotels of the World group. Located in the spectacular landscape of the Nahuei National Park, the resort is surrounded by majestic crystalline lakes, rivers and colorful larch of Cyprus Forests. Dinning is elegant and charming with a variety of international and local cuisine. We will play our final two rounds here at Llao Llao GC and Arelauquen Golf Club.

At the end of our tour there are two holiday extensions either to Mendoza the winlands at the foot of the Andes or one of the wonders of the world Iguazu Falls.

There are a limited number of spaces for this holiday please book early to avoid disappointment

Day 1 - 14th January - landing on the 15th January
Depart London Heathrow on BA scheduled flight to Buenos Aires, via a short refuel in San Paulo. Buenos Aires has been described as having the sophistication of Paris with the vibrancy of South America. Wining and Dining is a real highlight with steak the speciality and "Beef de Lomo" ( fillet) is a mouth watering delight and accompanied by a rich Melbec at a cost which is unbelievably inexpensive, and it is true in La Boca they do Tango in the street!

On arrival we will be met by our local guide and transferred to the luxury 5 star Emperador Hotel. Wonderfully situated close to the Recoleta district known for its café society, restaurants, shops and the final resting place of Eva Peron.

Day 2 - 16th January
Golf Olivos Golf Club. Private transfer with our guide. Located north of the city the club was founded in 1926 and is a classic course with narrow fairways lined with towering trees. The course is well bunker with plenty of water and out of bounds areas which can make a good round turn sour in a hurry. It is a 27 hole club and regular host to the Argentina Open and even outranks the Jockey Club according to Golf Digest Magazine.

Day 3 - 17th January
Golf at San Eliseo Golf Club. Private transfer with our guide. The golf course is regarded as one of the best courses in Argentina due to the quality of the design and the state of the arts technology applied in its construction. It has been laid according to USGA specifications on over 60 hectares and is a challenging par 72 with lakes and strategically placed bunkering.

Day 4 - 18th January
Golf at Pilar Golf Club. Private transfer with our guide. Situated north of Buenos Aires. Pilar has been redesigned on a grand scale, new forests lakes and streams all contribute to each of the three loops of nine. Buggys are included as the undulation and sheer size makes walking not for the faint hearted.

Day 5 - 19th January
Day at leisure, PM VIP Tango Show. Time during the day to explore the wonderful city of Buenos Aires; visit some of the many attractions, Recoleta district with its café society and the Cemetery the final resting place of Eva Peron. La Boca district famous for the street entertainers tango dancing in the street.
In the evening we will be transferred to Esquina Carlos Gardel for a VIP Tango and Dinner Show.

Day 6 - 20th January
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bariloche, on arrival we will be met by our agents who will take us to one of the most famous resorts in Patagonia Llao Llao, (pronounces ja ja) which is a member of the "Leading Hotels of the World" Group. It was built in 1940 and is located between Lake Mereno and Lake Nahuel offering a picture postcard view in every direction. Styled in the fashion of a Grand Canadian Mountain Hotel, comfort and luxury is at your fingertips.

Located in the spectacular landscape of the Nahuel Huapi National Park Llao Llao is surrounded by majestic crystalline lakes, rivers and colourful larch of Cyprus Forests.
Dining is elegant and charming Los Cesares features fine international and regional cuisine. The Patagonia Coffee Shop is excellent for salads and snacks or visit the recently opened grill which offers the possibility to enjoy a typical Argentinean barbecue.

The afternoon tea and the happy hour are two great moments to spend in the lobby while tango melodies are played on the piano. The winter garden for drinks and regional cakes, with superb views over Lake Nahuel Huapi and Puerto Panuelo.

Day 7 - 21st January
Golf at Llao Llao. This is a breathtaking course with its 18 holes of peculiar characteristics meets the demands of the modern game. At just under 6000 yards it is not the distance that provides the challenge the demand is more on accuracy.
It features undulating fairways with impressive greens and bunkers that go to gether to compliment the beautiful landscape. The signature hole is the 220 yard 18th hole which requires a shot across Lake Nahel Huapi to a narrow green, oh goody!

Day 8 - 22nd January
Golf at Arelauquen Golf Club. This attractive circuit is located only fifteen minutes from the centre of Bariloche. The Country Club lies on the north western shore of Lake Gutierrez. Immersed in a setting where the air is pure surrounded by mountains and lakes of crystal clear water. Arelauquen offers its new 18 hole course fully redesigned for the exacting standards of today's discerning golfer.

Day 9 - 23rd January
Private transfer with guide from Bariloche to San Martin de Los Andes via the famous seven lakes route. World-wide renowned for its matchless beauty and spectacular panoramic scenery. Route 234 will be a spectacular journey to Chapelco it will give us a great opportunity so see the magnificent scenery with the added bonus of not needing to pack our clubs for a flight just a coach transfer. We will be stopping at Lakes, Machinico, Falukner, Villarino, Escondido, Correntoso, Espejo and Nahuel Huapi. All the lakes are a result of glacial metamorphosis experienced by the region millions of years ago.

Situated in Patagonia this really is one of the most beautiful places on the planet.
Find your way to www.loisuites.com.ar and you will find the most magnificent hotel, luxurious and tranquile and surrounded by the legendary Jack Nicklaus designed golf course if you are a Nicklause fan this course has to be on the must play list.

Day 10 - 24th January
Golf at the Chapeleco Golf Club. In this peaceful environment surrounded by unspoiled nature and native vegetation Jack Nicklause and Jack Nicklause jnr have been invited to design their first golf course in Argentina.
In this unparalleled setting, each season brings its gift of colours and the Chapeleco Golf and Resort was created making the most of the picture perfect landscape and natural terrain. This promises to be a must play course.

Day 11 - 25th January
Day at leisure time to explore the local town of San Martin. Located at the foot of the Andes beside the Lacar Lake 45km from the boarder with Chile. Its origins go back 1883 when a fort was set up in the Vega Maipu.
This is a predominantly mountainous region, alternated with natural lakes glaciers and woods. It possesses one of the most spectacular landscapes in Argentina. In the winter the city gets covered by snow (we are not their then) in the summer activities are most carried out in contact with nature IE golf.
Cosy restaurants specialized in deer, trout, fondue and international dishes; and picturesque tea houses and cafeterias, make up the gastronomic offer.

Day 12 - 26th January
Return transfer back to Buenos Aires for a one night stay at the 5 Star Hotel Emporador before leaving to the UK the next day. Or an optional extension to your holiday.

Cost of your holiday excluding international flights
£2724 for a twin sharing golfer
£2458 for a twin sharing non golfer
£3798 for a single golfer

Add ons
Either Mendoza staying at the Park Hyatt 4 nights

Mendoza situated in the hart of the wine land regime of Argentina, a lively vibrant town full of top class restaurants or fantastic pavement restaurants café bars. The Hotel we have chosen is the 5 star Hyatt situated opposite the main square which in the evening becomes alive with entertainers music stalls selling local crafts etc

Day 12 26th
Transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Mendoza where you are met and taken to your hotel in Mendoza rest of the day at leisure to explore the town or simply lie around the pool to relax

Day13 27th
Golf at Campo de golf [transfers included /green fees not included] to be booked before departure

Day14 28th
Wine land tour and lunch at wine estate with wines to complement the meal [price not included to be booked separately] before departure

Day15 29th
Golf at La Vacherie Golf Club [Transfers included /green fee not included] to be booked before departure

Day 16 30th
Transfer from Hotel to domestic airport for flight to B.Aires for your flight home

Price £547 plus flights
S /Supplement £290
Flights not included

Or Visit Iguazu Falls Staying at the 5star Grand Hotel Resort [Leading Hotels of the World Group] each room has Balcony/terrace air con TV safe etc Casino for those wishing a little flutter.

Iguaza falls
strung out along the rim of a crescent -shaped cliff about 2.5 miles long, .some 275 individual cascades and waterfalls separated by richly, densely wooded inlets. The thunderous roaring can reheard from miles away. The falls which would be memorable in any setting are made all the more beautiful by there lush surroundings, Brilliantly feathered parrots and macaws flit through the foliage competing for attention with the exotic blooms of wild orchids
Iguazu means`` Great Waters``in local Indian language.

Day 12 27th
Transfer to Domestic airport for your morning flight to Mendoza where you are met by an English speaking guild who will escort you to your Hotel to check in before an afternoon excursion to the Brazilian side of the falls

Day13 28th
Full day private excursion with English speaking guild to the Argentine side of the falls

Day 14 29th
Transfer to domestic airport for you flight back to B.Aires private transfer to International airport for your flight home to the UK

Price £390
Single Supplement £239
Flights not included

Argentina 2009
14th to the 27th January 2009 from £2724.00*

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*Price does not include International flights, single and non golfer supplements available on request

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