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Lonely Planet Best of South America

By Alex Egerton and Lonely Planet and Robert Balkovich and Regis St Louis and Isabel Albiston and Anthony Ham and Brian Kluepfel and Tom Masters and Mark Johanson
Series: Travel Guide
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Lonely Planet Best of South America serves as an exciting guide to discovering the wonders of South America, offering insights into the continent's top attractions and hidden gems. Crafted by experienced travellers, the book provides expert tips on must-see destinations, cultural experiences, and practical travel advice to help you create unforgettable adventures across this vibrant continent.
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This travel guide may appeal to you if you're eager to explore the vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and bustling cities of South America. With expert insights from seasoned travellers, it provides invaluable tips on must-see attractions, local dining experiences, and hidden gems across the continent. Perfect for adventure seekers and cultural enthusiasts looking for an in-depth yet accessible journey through this diverse region.

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Lonely Planet's Best of South America is your most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze down on Rio de Janeiro from Pao de Acucar, spot wildlife in the Galapagos Islands, and hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu- all with your trusted travel companion.

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Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher*

Lonely Planet's Best of South America is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze down on sparkling Rio de Janeiro from Pao de Acucar, spot wildlife in the Galapagos Islands, and hike the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchuβ€”all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of South America and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Best of South America:

  • Full-colour images throughout
  • Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
  • Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
  • Essential info at your fingertipsβ€”hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
  • Honest reviews for all budgetsβ€”eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
  • Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experienceβ€”history, art, food, wine, sports, landscapes, wildlife
  • Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use colour maps to help you navigate
  • Covers Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best of South America is filled with inspiring and colourful photos and focuses on South America's most popular attractions for those wanting to experience the best of the best.

Looking for just a few of the destinations included in this book? Check out the relevant Lonely Planet destination guides.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788684729

Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 November 2019

Country: Ireland

Imprint: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Illustration: 96 Maps

Audience: General / adult

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Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 467g

Pages: 418

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