When to go
January – May and September – December
Price
From £2,495 pp (including flights) | Private: £2,695pp (including flights)
Flight time
14hrs 18mins
Introduction
Experience the best of both worlds with a joint trip to Argentina and Brazil. Visit prominent highlights of both regions, including the vibrant and lively Rio de Janeiro and the sophisticated sights and sounds of Beunos Aires. What’s more, you will explore beautiful nature spots, such as the majestic waterfalls in Iguazú and brilliant heights of Mount Corcovado – home to the statue of Christ the Redeemer.
At a Glance
Duration
11 days & 8 nights
Guide price
Group: £2,495pp (including flights) | Private: £2,695pp (including flights)
Cities/Destinations (in order)
Buenos Aires | Iguazú | Iguaçu | Rio de Janeiro
Tour Type
Experienced local tour manager and guided sightseeing
Tour Theme
Group Tour
Activity Level
Age Range
N/A
Star Rating of Tour
Superior
Accommodation
Alvear Art Hotel | Gran Meliá Iguazú | Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Board Basis
Varied - please see the sample itinerary for details
Min|Max Group Size
Average 14 people with a maximum of 20
Start/Finish
Buenos Aires | Rio de Janeiro
Extensions
Tour + Búzios beach (5 days & 3 nights) from £525pp
Patagonia + tour (5 days & 3 nights) from £945pp
Santiago & Mendoza + tour (6 days & 4 nights) from £1,195
Highlights
Stay at the Iguazú National Park and Watch the Falls at Dawn or Sunset
A UNESCO world heritage site, the Iguaza National Park is in Misiones, Argentina. It features up to 275 distinct waterfall drops, which stretch across a distance of 1.7 miles. The highest drop occurs at Devil’s Throat, reaching a height of 269 feet. During your trip to Argentina, you will get a chance to watch the falls at dawn or sunset, after the park is closed to the general public.
Visit the Caminito and Recoleta Cemeteries
These two famed cemeteries are unique for their unusual architecture. Most of the burial site are above-ground, which means they are full of elaborately sculpted pillars, statues, and other creative structures. There are over 6,400 sites to explore, including statues, sarcophagi, coffins, and crypts. Visitors often describe the two cemeteries as ‘eerily beautiful,’ a testament to its somber atmosphere and timeless beauty.
Enjoy Stunning Views and the Carloca Atmosphere from a Premium Hotel in Rio de Janeiro
During your time in Rio de Janeiro, you will stay at the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana, located at the Copacabana Beach. This luxury hotel features 10 rooms with balconies, Gold Rooms with a private lounge, and two swimming pools, spas, saunas, a fitness center, a restaurant, and meeting rooms. You will be surrounded by sublime beaches and a lively urban setting, with memorable views from your bedroom balcony.
Recommended Hotels
Alvear Art Hotel | Gran Meliá Iguazú | Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Sample Itinerary
Argentina and Brazil: Best of Both Worlds
Explore the majestic wonders of Argentina and Brazil in one single journey. This sample itinerary will give you a better understanding of what to expect during your trip. Along the way, you will see the impressive waterfalls in Iguazú, experience the sophistication and elegance of Buenos Aires, and enjoy the flamboyant lifestyle and culture of Rio de Janeiro.
Day 1: Fly to Buenos Aires
Fly in the evening from London to Buenos Aires. Regional connections are available.
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Day 2: Buenos Aires
Arrive in the morning. Transfer to the Alvear Art Hotel for 3 nights. This luxury hotel is complete with spacious and comfortable accommodation, modern architecture, and a wealth of conveniently located amenities such as restaurants, bars, and convention rooms for special events.
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Day 3: Buenos Aires
Tour Buenos Aires for half a day. Visit the eerily beautiful Recoleta Cemetery, a labyrinthian cemetery with over 6,400 burial sites, and the La Boca district, a colorful, picturesque neighborhood. While the neighborhood was originally a desolate, swampy, and hostile area, at the end of the 19th century the region was soon inhabited by a growing Italian community, who injected life and personality into the place. The La Boca was also crucial in the early development of the tango dance.
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Day 4: Buenos Aires
Enjoy a day of leisure. Or take part in an optional day trip to an estancia (estate) in the Pampas countryside.
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Day 5 & 6: Fly to Iguazú / Iguaçu
Fly to the Iguazú Falls and stay for 2 nights at the Gran Meliá Iguazú. Your stay will be in a privileged location of the national park, with the option to upgrade to a falls-view room from £125pp.
During the two days, you can visit both the Argentinian and Brazilian side of the falls. At your own pace, too. You can visit Devil’s Throat, the highest waterfall in Iguazú Falls, and the expansive rainforests and the national park.
You also get the unique opportunity to see the falls during dawn or sunset, when the park is closed to the general public.
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Day 7: Fly to Rio de Janeiro
Fly to Rio de Janeiro. Then transfer to the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana for 3 nights. The rooms feature a deluxe city or partial ocean view room, with the option to upgrade to a deluxe ocean front room from £115.
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Day 8: Rio de Janeiro
In the morning, visit the Corcovado Mountain. Although most famous for the Christ the Redeemer statue, Corcovado Mountain also has a breathtaking hiking route and cog railway. The imposing statue is 30 meters high, with an 8-meter pedestal and chapel, honoring the Lady of Aparecida, patron Saint of Brazil.
In the afternoon, visit Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car. Known for its striking beauty and geological significance, Sugarloaf Mountain is designated as a Registered Natural Landmark.
(B)
Day 9: Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a day of leisure. Or join an optional excursion to the Tijuca rainforest, the botanical gardens, or a Brazilian food tour.
(B)
Day 10 & 11: Fly to London
Another day of leisure. Must pay £85 per person to use the hotel for an extra day. In the evening, transfer to the airport and fly to London.
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