Eclipse/astronomy tour to Easter Island and South America

SOUTH AMERICA AND EASTER ISLAND ECLIPSE/ASTRONOMY TOUR
JUNE/JULY 2010

Join astronomers from Sydney Observatory for this opportunity to witness one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events, a total solar eclipse, in a land of mystery and beauty. South America and Easter Island are steeped in history and have interesting astronomical beliefs.

Join Melissa Hulbert, Astronomy Educator at Sydney Observatory, and colleagues on this unique 17-day astronomical tour of South America and Easter Island. In Peru, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cuzco, a city near the Andes mountain range, which was the historical capital of the Incas. You will marvel at the splendour that is Machu Picchu, enjoy a private tour to Chanquillo, an ancient astronomical and archaeological site in Peru that is not open to the public; learn from an Andean Astronomy Wizard about the Andean beliefs of the night sky, followed by viewing through telescopes and binoculars of the night sky. As well, visit the cosmopolitan cities of Lima and Santiago.

The highlight of our tour is a three-night stay on Easter Island to witness one of nature's most awe-inspiring events – a total solar eclipse. This combined with the mysterious Moai statues will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The weather prospects for our viewing area on Easter Island are highly favourable. June/July is one of the best times to visit both Machu Picchu and Easter Island with more dry cloudless days than the wet summer.

An opportunity to visit the east coast of South America has been arranged in a special pre-tour option. We will visit the carnival city of Rio de Janeiro, the mighty Iguazu Falls and dance the tango in Buenos Aires.

From $12,229 per person (for Powerhouse Museum Members), twin share.
Download our brochure for full itinerary and tour costs.

For bookings and enquiries please contact:
Gada Selim or Ibi Selim
Harvey World Travel, Miranda
Shop 1023, Westfield Shoppingtown, Miranda NSW 2228
Ph: 9526 2611 or 9527 9966
Mobile: 0402 332 358 (Gada) or 0412 121 132 (Ibi)