South America

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With the most diverse landscape in the world, South America offers a wealth of possibilities for touring teams. Icy glaciers in the south, the majestic Andes mountain range and the plains of the Pampas, the lush rain forests of the north; the continent has a variety of backdrops for an unforgettable touring experience.

Sport, and particularly football, plays a very important part in the lives of South Americans. For the male offspring of poorer families, soccer is seen as a viable option to escape poverty. From Di Stefano to Robinho, the European leagues have welcomed footballers from Latin America, offering a salary and lifestyle that would be unthinkable in their home countries. South America is rabid for the round ball game and a nation’s mood can be dictated by the form of its football team.

Rugby has long enjoyed a popular following and while the world at large will be most familiar with Argentina’s national team, the Pumas, Uruguay and Chile are also firm followers of the oval ball. Hockey also enjoys significant exposure in South America and is Argentina’s most popular sport for women.

Buenos Aires

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Strongly influenced by European culture, the Argentinean capital is sometimes referred to as the “Paris of South America”. The nickname is well deserved as Buenos Aires is one of the most sophisticated cities on the continent, renowned for its architecture, night life and culture. That isn’t to say that a Latin influence is entirely absent, far from it; after dark the bustling streets, old-time cafes and stylish restaurants throb to tango rhythms. Cheaper than most other major Southern Hemisphere cities, Buenos Aires represents a value for money option for sports groups looking to sample a long haul tour without breaking the bank. Enquire now

Santiago, Chile

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Standing in the foreboding shadow of the Andes, Chile's capital is also its largest city. Two decades of sustained economic growth have transformed Santiago into a sophisticated metropolitan city with a spectacular infrastructure. There is also a rich cultural heritage; towering office blocks give way to beautifully maintained colonial buildings and the gleaming new subway serves as a handy link to the bohemian barrios.

Past the city limits visitors are faced with a choice of extremes; rolling beaches to the east and skiing to the west. Whichever direction you go, you’re sure to have an amazing sports tour. Enquire now

Montevideo

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The capital and chief port of Uruguay, Montevideo boasts an ideally situated harbour with easy access to and from Argentina by ferry. As the southernmost capital city in the Americas and third most southerly in the world, the city boasts one of the highest standards of living in South America with beautiful beaches and many historic land marks.

Montevideo was also host to all of the 1st FIFA World Cup matches in 1930 at purpose built stadium “Estadio Centenario” which is now listed by FIFA as one of the football world's classic stadiums, alongside the likes of Wembley Stadium and San Siro. Enquire now

Punta del Este

Punta del Este is a glamorous, upscale resort on the southern tip of Uruguay, southeast of Maldonado and about 140 km east of Montevideo. With has scenic coasts and beaches, the town has a year-round population of about 7,300 which boosts considerably during the summer period when tourists are attracted by the wonderful coasts and clear waters. Lavish hotels, luxurious restaurants and a glittery nightlife make celebrity watching in Punta del Este a sport in its own right! Enquire now

Rosario

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Located on the shore of the Parana River, this busy port is renowned for its cultural heritage. The birthplace of the Argentine national flag, Rosario is populated with museums and monuments. However, this isn’t a city that only looks to the past; a vibrant bar and café culture ensures a lively atmosphere. A radiant city, expanding in size and popularity, Rosario is also the hometown of various Argentine sporting internationals including Lionel Messi. Enquire now

Iguazu Falls

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Standing on the border between Argentina and Brazil, this natural wonder of the world stretches over two and a half miles and is a must see attraction. The waterfalls divide the Iguazu River into its upper and lower divisions and as big as three Niagara Falls, the Falls are split into 270 cascades discharging 6.5 million litres of water per second; a truly awesome sight. A short coach trip away, Puerto Iguazu is a tourist friendly town that many sports tour groups use as a base camp for their trip to the falls. Enquire now