Brazil, Iguazu & Argentina Delights - Tour Rio To Buenos Aires
Brazil, Iguazu & Argentina Delights - Tour Rio To Buenos Aires
13 Days Starting in Rio de Janeiro and ending in Buenos Aires
Visiting: Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, São Paulo, flight to Foz do Iguaçu, Iguazu Falls Brazilian side, Foz de Iguaçu, Foz do Iguaçu, Iguassu Falls, Buenos, Buenos Aires
Tour operator:
Tour code:
LATAM2L
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 51
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTour Overview
See the best of Brazil and Argentina over 13 days! Start in Rio de Janeiro, the beating heart of Brazil, and find its best and most iconic sights. Travel along the Brazilian coast to taste pure paradise in pretty Paraty. Set foot in the sensational city of São Paulo and, just when you think things can't get any better, open your eyes to the beauty and power of the Iguazu Falls. Have the quintessential pulse-racing experience as you discover the falls on the borders of Brazil and Argentina. End on a high note with in-depth explorations of Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Of Tour In Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to bustling Rio! This exciting South America tour begins in one of the most iconic seaside cities in Brazil. Arrive early to explore, or make your way straight to the hotel to meet up with your tour leader and group this evening. Set out with the group to enjoy a welcome dinner at a nearby restaurant tonight. Look forward to a delicious, authentic Feijoada meal! Tuck into Brazil’s flavourful national dish (a stew of meat and beans) while getting to know your new travel companions.
Welcome Dinner: Eat local on your first night in Rio de Janeiro! For Brazilians, mealtime is a family event. Your welcome dinner included all-you-can-eat Feijoada. Brazil’s national dish is a flavourful stew of meat (usually pork and beef) and beans, usually served with rice. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
Day 2: Rio De Janeiro City Tour
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Meals Included: Breakfast
Meet up with the local guide after breakfast for a full-day tour of Rio! The city is scenic to the core and the coach stands ready to take you along the main avenues, from which pedestrian footpaths will lead you deeper into the magic. Tick off a few bucket list items today - including a visit to the Christ the Redeemer statue on top of Mount Corcovado and a stop at the beautiful, tiled Selarón staircase in the bohemian Lapa neighbourhood! Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and admire its striking modern architectural style. See even more top sights including the Maracanã Stadium as you drive back to the hotel before tonight’s free evening.
Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer Statue entry and visit: Visit the most iconic monument of Rio and Brazil - the statue of Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor). Designed by engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, the 125 ft/38m tall Christ the Redeemer statue offers the most breathtaking views from where it stands on top of mount Corcovado, overlooking the city below. Brazil is a religiously diverse nation and considers the arms-open-wide gesture of the statue as one of welcoming and peace.
Visit Lapa and Rio de Janeiro’s tiled staircase: See a different and more quiet side of the cidade maravilhosa (marvellous city), as you meander the streets of the downtown neighbourhood of Lapa. Also see the 125-step Selarón staircase (Escadaria Selarón) made with colourful mosaic tiles and mirrors.
Day 3: Rio De Janeiro: Free Day
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Meals Included: Breakfast
Make the most of a free day in Rio! Looking to experience the city’s top sights? The Rio+ optional excursion is highly recommended! This exciting excursion will take you up to the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in a cable car for incredible views of the city. It also includes visits to the famous Kobra graffiti wall, São Cristóvão local fair, Samba City (home of the annual Rio Carnival!) and ends with a sunset on Ipanema beach. Alternatively, explore the city at your own pace and absorb the vibrant culture, history and atmosphere!
Day 4: Rio De Janeiro - Paraty
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Paraty
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wave Rio a fond farewell and journey down Brazil’s Costa Verde (Green Coast). Drink in the epic scenery on the drive - oceans, dense jungles and more! Later today, arrive in Paraty, a beautiful colonial port town. Check in at the hotel and take a walking tour of Paraty with a local guide. Marvel at the cobbled streets and stunning architecture, plus enjoy a visit to the historic centre which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight enjoy free time to spend in Paraty as you wish.
Paraty walking tour: Follow a local guide around Paraty and discover why Paraty was so affluent during the gold, coffee and cachaça periods. This gorgeous colonial town is situated in the perfect spot for spectacular views of the surrounding Atlantic ocean and jungle. The historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts beautifully preserved architecture, cobblestone roads and churches. Cars were banned from the historic core, so you can expect quiet surroundings with welcoming locals.
Day 5: Paraty: Free Day
Location: Paraty
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take the day to explore Paraty at your leisure. The town forms part of the Serra da Bocaina National Park so there is plenty of natural beauty simply waiting to be explored! Think beaches, islands and waterfalls. The historical town also boasts plenty of lovely buildings and historical attractions. Keen on an organised outing? Join the Jeep Tour in Paraty optional excursion for an exciting 4x4 jeep tour through the surrounding rainforest plus a visit to a local cachaça distillery where the group will get to taste cachaça and learn all about its history!
Day 6: Paraty - São Paulo
Location: Paraty, São Paulo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Paraty behind and venture to the megacity of São Paulo. The buzzing financial hub of Brazil is truly a sight to see and experience! Follow in the footsteps of a local guide to learn more about the city on a guided tour. Stop at the famous Mercadão (a sprawling food market) with free time for lunch - be sure to try something local! Tonight is free to spend at your leisure. Experience São Paulo’s nightlife or relax at the hotel after a full day of exploration.
São Paulo City Tour and Mercadão visit: São Paulo is quite simply enormous. It’s the biggest city in Latin America and the Southern hemisphere. Upon arrival, set out with a local expert to find out more about the history and economy of the city and see the points of interest. Then, stop at the Mercadão, a famous food market, with free time for lunch. This municipal market is the perfect spot if you want to see and taste all kinds of South American foods - from north to south. Look out for the famous Mortadella sandwich, codfish and prawn pastries, and cashew fruit.
Day 7: São Paulo - Flight To Foz Do Iguaçu - Iguazu Falls Brazilian Side
Location: São Paulo, flight to Foz do Iguaçu, Iguazu Falls Brazilian side
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Up and at 'em - travel to Guarulhos Airport to catch a flight to the Brazilian city of Foz do Iguaçu. Upon arrival, head straight for the world-famous Iguazu Falls (also known as Iguazú Falls) in Iguaçu National Park. It's the largest waterfall system in the world, and a breathtaking sight to behold! Follow pathways all the way to the mist-shrouded foot of the falls. Head back to the hotel after the tour and get ready for a delicious Brazilian barbecue dinner.
Visit the Iguazu Falls in Iguaçu National Park: Foz do Iguaçu is located on the triple borders of Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina. Depending on the rainfall, there could be between 150 and 300 waterfalls at the time of your visit. This experience gives you a chance to enter the national park and explore. The Iguazu Falls are one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and it’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Entry is included.
Brazilian barbecue dinner: Eat local on your first night in Iguazu! Dinner this evening involves a traditional Brazilian barbecue at a local Churrascaria restaurant. As the name states in Portuguese, churrasco involves meat roasted over charcoal, served with a side of grilled vegetables, garnishes, salads and a variety of traditional desserts. In combination with the warm-hearted culture of the locals, it makes for an unforgettable experience.
Day 8: Foz Do Iguaçu: Free Day
Location: Foz de Iguaçu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Adventure awaits today with exciting optional excursions on offer during this free day in Foz do Iguaçu! Today’s top optional activity offers a guided tour to the Argentinean side of the Iguazu Falls. Peruse the various walkways and trails or take a ride on the gas-powered train in the park. Please note that if weather conditions are unfavourable, this optional activity will be moved to another day. Back in Brazil, choose to join the Rafain show and dinner optional for an evening of fun and delicious food! Delight in a traditional churrascaria meal along with an incredible display of South American music and dance!
Day 9: Foz Do Iguaçu (Brazil): Free Day
Location: Foz do Iguaçu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy another day of exploration around Foz do Iguaçu. Why not visit the amazing local bird park (150+ species!) or take a helicopter ride over the falls? Alternatively, take the opportunity to visit a different country - Paraguay! Travel via the International Bridge of Friendship and cross the Paraná River to enter Ciudad del Este. Shop at local markets, see the Monday waterfalls and visit the Itaipú Dam. This evening, join the “Victor’s House” optional excursion to experience a festive night of Brazilian hospitality complete with all-you-can-eat BBQ, drinks, music and dancing!
Day 10: Foz Do Iguaçu - Flight To Buenos Aires
Location: Iguassu Falls
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Rise and shine, it’s time to travel to the next country - Argentina! Head to Puerto Iguazú airport to catch a flight to Buenos Aires. This vibrant city holds countless attractions! Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Then, follow in the slipstream of a local guide on a city tour. Discover the famous Buenos Aires Obelisk, encounter the Plaza de Mayo, visit the colourful La Boca, and explore the cobblestoned foundational San Telmo and the Recoleta cemetery. Plus, so much more! Dinner is included tonight at a restaurant near the hotel.
Buenos Aires City Tour: Buenos Aires is a city with the vibrancy of New York and the spirit of Paris at the pace of Latin America. This full-day tour will take you through the city’s best-known streets, show you the most popular sights and give you a taste of the real Buenos Aires. Iconic sights covered on tour include Avenida 9 de Julio (9 July Avenue), Plaza de Mayo, the Obelisk of Buenos Aires, the La Boca and San Telmo Neighbourhoods, and the famous Recoleta cemetery.
Buenos Aires Dinner: Enjoy your first meal in Argentina! The cuisine here has been heavily influenced by waves of European migration over the last century and often includes dishes with Spanish, Italian and German roots. Grilled meats, pastas, empanadas and sweet desserts are widely offered. How about a glass of Argentinian wine to complement your first meal in the country?
Day 11: Buenos Aires: Free Day
Location: Buenos
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ready, set, explore! Set out on your own and soak up the rich history and culture of Buenos Aires. Alternatively, add another country to your tour with an optional day trip to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay. Visit the UNESCO-listed historic city centre and its 19th-century lighthouse. You could even climb to the top of the lighthouse for panoramic views of the city! It’s sure to be a beautiful day out. This evening, there is an optional dinner and a tango show on offer. Discover the beauty of this distinctly Argentinian dance and enjoy delicious local cuisine!
Day 12: Buenos Aires: Free Day
Location: Buenos Aires
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a free day in Buenos Aires! Take your pick of a bunch of things to do in the bustling Argentinian capital. Seek out must-sees like the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes. How about a tango lesson or cooking experience? Or simply stroll through the streets at your leisure. Alternatively, add another country to your tour with an optional day trip to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay. It’s sure to be a beautiful day out! Tonight is the final night of the tour. To celebrate an incredible time in South America, join the group for a lovely dinner at a local restaurant this evening.
Day 13: End Of Tour In Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Meals Included: Breakfast
After spending your final night in Buenos Aires, and 13 days of South American adventures, the tour comes to an end at breakfast this morning. If you wish to take a transfer to Ministro Pistarini International Airport or Aeroparque Airport, you can book it with Expat Explore, simply contact the Customer Service team. Don't forget to exchange contact details with your new found friends before you head home. Have a safe onward journey!
What's Included
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Accommodation
12 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability) -
Transport
Modern air conditioned coach
2 internal flights -
Meals
12 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
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Experiences
Taste Feijoada, Brazil’s national dish
Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue
See the colourful Seláron staircase in the Lapa neighbourhood
Take a walking tour of Paraty
Enjoy a city tour of São Paulo & visit the Mercadão market
Visit the Iguazu Falls in Iguacu National Park
Take part in a traditional Brazilian barbecue
Enjoy dinner in Buenos Aires
Walk along Plaza de Mayo and discover why the Presidential palace is called “Casa Rosada” (The pink house)
Be amazed by the architecture and history in The Recoleta Cemetery
Visit Buenos Aires’ first port, La Boca, with its iconic “Caminito”
See “La Bombonera”, house of Boca Juniors one of Argentina’s most important football stadiums
What's Not Included
International flights
Travel to the start point and from the endpoint is not included. We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best deals on international flights.
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Mode of Transport
- Modern air conditioned coach
- 2 internal flights
Accommodation
- 12 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
Traveller Comfort - *COACH* tours
We welcome all travellers on our tours but we would like to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. In light of this, please ensure that you are happy with the below information and level of fitness required.
Expat Explore tries to be as accommodating as possible, however, our tours are unfortunately not designed for people travelling with wheelchairs or severe mobility issues.
Our tours are fast paced because they are designed for you to see the most a destination has to offer. We also want to ensure that you explore as much as possible, which may require long periods without stops on the coach as we drive to a new destination.
We offer walking tours in most cities (up to 3 hours), and a wheelchair is not always a practical option as there are often cobbled streets and stairs on these tours.
For travellers in wheelchairs, you will only be able to store your wheelchair under the coach with the other luggage. Thus, on the long drives between cities you will not necessarily have access to your wheelchair if we make a quick bathroom stop along the way. Please note that travelling with a wheelchair could prove difficult as our coaches don't have wheelchair lifts, as such you will need to be able to board and alight the coach on your own.
With regards to our accommodation, not all hotels have lifts and this means potentially having to carry bags up and down stairs.
For more information regarding traveller fitness please see our Terms and Conditions.
Check out our Q&As
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
If you are travelling alone there is no compulsory charge - you will share a twin room with another passenger of the same gender. There is an optional single supplement/private room upgrade available for single travellers who wish to have a private room. This can be added at the time of booking or by contacting our team.
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Children on tour?
Our tours are not suitable for young children which is why we have a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email. Minors (between 10 and 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. Unaccompanied minors will not be accepted on tour. Expat Explore reserves the right to decline any booking at our discretion. Any minor (between 10 and 18 years of age) is priced the same as an adult.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
The health and safety of our travellers and employees are our top priority. Which means, when you travel with us, our enhanced hygiene protocols will ensure you do so in a safe and responsible way - ask for details of current policies.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Expat Explore we value responsible travel and are committed to exploring the world consciously and kindly. We are proud to make responsible travel possible with a number of our sustainable travel practices!
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Relate is a South African based not-for-profit organisation that Expat Explore supports. The group aims to help those less fortunate create better lives for themselves through a variety of fundraising initiatives. On our South Africa tours, each passenger will receive an Expat Explore branded Relate bracelet. We donate the cost of these bracelets to our chosen Relate charity: the Nelson Mandela Sc
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