Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, and Buenos Aires
10 Days/8 Nights
From $1,909 per person
(Dbl. Occupancy, Not Incl. Airfare)
Overview
Brazil and Argentina are the two largest countries in South America and offer some amazing destinations. Beginning in Rio de Janeiro, you will enjoy its famous beaches, Samba music, Christ the Redeemer statue (Corcovado), and Sugarloaf Mountain. You will then visit the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls on the border with Argentina, and Buenos Aires, with its rich history, fascinating neighborhoods, and Tango music. The last part of your trip will be a visit to an authentic estancia outside of the city to experience the Gaucho lifestyle.
Lodging and Meals: This tour includes accommodations for 8 nights (3 nights in Rio de Janeiro, 2 nights in Iguazu, and 3 nights in Buenos Aires), and 11 meals (8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners).
Best Time to Go: October-April.
Destinations: South America, Brazil, and Argentina.
Interests: Adventure, Culture & History, and Sun & Beach.
Places Visited: Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, and Buenos Aires.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Rio de Janeiro.
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro-Multicultural Dinner Show.
In the evening, you will have a multicultural dinner show at Teatro Lebron that brings different cultures of Brazil to the stage. The show perfectly combines a variety of Brazilian dances that developed from African rhythms via the slave trade and from the natives that lived in Brazil before colonization. The presentation combines diversity and culture: the Ziriguidum from the Northeast, the Folklore from Amazon, the Capoeira from Bahia, and samba dance from Rio de Janeiro. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro. (D)
Notes: 1.) Check-in time in Rio de Janeiro is typically 2:00 PM. We can request early check-in for you but cannot guarantee it. 2.) The multicultural dinner show is available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro-City Tour-Christ the Redeemer Statue (Corcovado)-Sugarloaf Mountain.
In the afternoon, you will drive along Rio’s famous beaches to the Praia Vermelha cable car station where you will be taken to the Urca Mountain (mid-way station) with its gardens and look-out points. Then, the second part of the ride will take you to the peak of Sugar Loaf Mountain, 1,300 ft. above sea level. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro. (B,L)
Day 4: Rio de Janeiro.
Day 5: Rio de Janeiro-Iguazu Falls (Brazilian Side).
Day 6: Iguazu Falls (Argentinian Side)-Great Adventure Tour.
In the afternoon, you will have the Great Adventure Tour. First, you will ride semi-rigid zodiac boats to reach the bottom of San Martin, Bosetty, Tres Mosqueteros and Canon de Garganta del Diablo falls and down the river rapids up to Puerto Macuco (two miles from the falls). Then, you will ride in an open jeep along the rainforest, observing the local flora and fauna with the aid of specialized guides. Overnight in Puerto Iguazu. (B)
Day 7: Iguazu Falls-Buenos Aires-Tango Dinner Show.
Day 8: Buenos Aires-Panoramic City Tour.
Day 9: Buenos Aires-Fiesta Gaucha.
Day 10: Buenos Aires.
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
What's Included
Price Includes
- South American Vacations’ expert pre-departure planning services and documentation.
- Airport/hotel transfers including baggage handling.
- Hotel accommodations including taxes and service charges.
- Excursions as indicated on the itinerary including all applicable entrance fees.
- Meals as indicated on the itinerary.
- Local, English-speaking tour guides.
Price Does Not Include
- International airfare.
- Domestic airfare.
- Brazilian visa.
- Meals not indicated on the itinerary.
- Gratuities, gifts, and personal items.
- Travel insurance.
We will be happy to quote the cost of airfare and travel insurance and to make these arrangements for you.
Accommodations
Rio de Janeiro
3 Star – Copa Sul Hotel
4 Star – Arena Copacabana Hotel
5 Star – Miramar Hotel by Windsor
Deluxe – Copacabana Palace Hotel
Puerto Iguazu
3 Star – La Cantera Jungle Lodge
4 Star – Amerian Portal del Iguazu Hotel
5 Star – Loi Suites Iguazu Hotel
Deluxe – Melia Iguazu Resort and Spa
Buenos Aires
3 Star – Dazzler Recoleta
4 Star – Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel
5 Star – Hilton Buenos Aires
Deluxe – Alvear Palace Hotel
Additional Details
Group Private: All airport/hotel transfers are private. In Rio de Janeiro, the Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain excursion is a group tour for single passengers and 3 Star accommodations, and private for 4 Star, 5 Star, and Deluxe accommodation levels. In Iguazu Falls, all tours are private except for the Great Adventure Tour. And, in Buenos Aires, the Tango Dinner Show (transfers) and Panoramic City Tour are group tours for single passengers and 3 Star accommodations, and private for 4 Star, 5 Star, and Deluxe accommodation levels. The Fiesta Gaucha excursion is a group tour.
Elevations: N/a.
Passport/Visa: For Brazil, U.S., Australian, British, and Canadian citizens require a passport valid for at least six months from date of entry, an onward or return ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay. Citizens of other countries are advised to contact the Brazilian embassy in their country before traveling. For Argentina, U.S., Australian, Canadian, and EU citizens require a valid passport (for the duration of your visit) and return ticket for stays of up to 90 days. Australian and Canadian citizens are required to pay a reciprocity fee of $100 and $75 respectively (subject to change without notice due to currency fluctuations or other reasons) online, and must show proof of payment prior to arrival. The reciprocity fee for U.S. citizens has been suspended until further notice. For citizens of Australia, this fee covers unlimited entries to Argentina for 10 years, while citizens of Canada are charged the fee every time they enter the country (or $150 for multiple visits within five years). The fee can be paid online at ProvinciaNet.com.ar. You will need to register in order to make the payment. Citizens of other countries are advised to contact the embassy of Argentina in their country before traveling.
Travel Insurance: In order to protect your travel investment from unforeseen circumstances that may arise before or during your trip, we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. We offer Allianz Global Assistance’s Classic Comprehensive and other plans. The Benefits and Coverage Limits are summarized on our Travel Insurance page. Call your travel counselor if you have any questions or to purchase a plan.
To Book This Trip: We require a non-refundable deposit of $500 per person plus the cost of the international airfare (if we make the arrangements for you). The balance of the trip cost is due 60 days prior to departure.
