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Argentina & Brazil Adventure

Get an invigorating taste of South America’s south on a trip that takes you from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro. Let the sounds of samba, jazz and reggae wash over you and get swept up in the infectious energy of the locals. Stroll white-sand beaches in Rio, rummage through antique fairs in Buenos Aires and sample delicious culinary specialties wherever you go. In between these two vibrant cities, become immersed in spectacular wilderness – from the sprawling wetlands of Ibera to the astonishing Iguazu Falls, there’s a trove of natural beauty waiting for you.

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StartsBuenos Aires, Argentina
EndsRio de Janeiro, Brazil
RegionArgentina
Duration11 days
Tour OperatorIntrepid Travel
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Day 1 - Starting: Buenos Aires & Finishing: Buenos Aires

Bienvenido! Welcome to Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires is the ultimate cosmopolitan city, with Latin passion, European elegance and its own distinctive style. Your adventure begins with an important welcome meeting at 6pm. Your leader will leave a note at the hotel reception telling you where this important meeting will take place. If you arrive early, why not visit San Telmo and its weekend antiques market and artists' displays – it's a great chance to acquaint yourself with some portenos (local residents). Alternatively, visit La Boca (home to the world-class football team Boca Juniors), Recoleta (the grand cemetery) or perhaps Casa Rosada (the Pink House).

Day 2 - Starting: Buenos Aires & Finishing: Buenos Aires

Enjoy some breakfast, then embark on an orientation walk through this fantastic city. You'll be introduced to some of Buenos Aires' major sights – the likes of the Colon Theatre, the Obelisc and Plaza de Mayo. Along the way, learn a little more about Argentina's independence from Spain.

Day 3 - Starting: Ituzaingo & Finishing: Ituzaingo

Enjoy one last morning in Buenos Aires before catching a short flight to Posadas, followed by a drive to Ituzaingo (approximately 1 hour). Ituzaingo will serve as your base to explore the beautiful Ibera Wetlands region in the north of Argentina. Spanning more than 15,000 square kilometres, the Ibera wetlands are roughly the size of Belgium, which gives you an idea of how much there is to explore. The biodiversity in incredible, and the swamps, lakes and lagoons are home to such creatures as otters, alligators, deer, wolves and black howler monkeys, just to name a few. Keep a look out too for those oddly noble-looking creatures, the capibaras. These cousins of guinea pigs are the largest rodents in the world.

Day 4 - Starting: Ibera Wetlands/Ituzaingo & Finishing: Ibera Wetlands/Ituzaingo

Take part on a full day (approximately 8-10 hour) walking tour and car safari with a guide, tasty lunch and plenty of snacks. You might see any number of obscure species – maybe caiman or swamp deer, perhaps even an armadillo, or a flock of rhea (which are like a South American equivalent of an emu). Anacondas, though particularly hard to spot at certain times of the year, are also known to inhabit these wetlands. Keep an eye to the sky, as you're bound to catch a glimpse of some of the 350 bird species here, from the sharp-tailed tyrant to the gorgeous and garish yellow robin.

Day 5 - Starting: Iguazu Falls & Finishing: Iguazu Falls

Enjoy some breakfast and prepare for a long travel day. Start with a transfer to the city of Posada (approximately 1 hour). From there, take a comfortable local bus to Puerto Iguazu (approximately 5 hours). As soon as you arrive at Puerto Iguazu bus station, you will take a minivan across the border into Brazil and continue to your hotel in Foz do Iguacu (approximately one hour, depending on traffic at the Argentina–Brazil border).

Day 6 - Starting: Iguazu Falls & Finishing: Iguazu Falls

Here at Iguazu, you'll visit the mighty waterfalls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides. At over 2 kilometreslong, Iguazu Falls are actually a series of cataracts. There are over 270 falls in all, and with some reaching up to 80 metres in height, they are wider than Victoria Falls and higher than Niagara. From the Argentinean side it’s possible to follow a series of boardwalks to get up close to the thundering waters – so close you can almost touch them. Later, visit a Guarani community for the rare opportunity to meet some of the region’s few remaining indigenous people. You might like to take a helicopter ride over the falls while you're here. This optional excursion gives you spectacular views of the falls and the lush green parklands that surround it.

Day 7 - Starting: Iguazu Falls & Finishing: Iguazu Falls

Enjoy the magnificent panoramas on the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Seeing the falls from this side has its perks, such as a view of San Martin Island which you don't quite get from the Argentinean side.

Day 8 - Starting: Rio de Janeiro & Finishing: Rio de Janeiro

Travel by plane to Rio de Janeiro, the festive heart of Brazil. Settle into your hotel and then set out on an orientation walk with your leader. Rio is a fascinating and diverse city best known for its contrasting images of favelas (shanty towns) and the glitz and glamour of Carnaval. With free time, you can choose from many optional activities. Perhaps head to a football game, take a cable car ride between Praia Vermelha and the Sugarloaf Mountain for incredible views over town, or explore the favelas with a local guide. Be sure to check out the Christ the Redeemer statue while you're here. For further options, chat to your leader.

Day 9 - Starting: Rio de Janeiro & Finishing: Rio de Janeiro

Today you'll see a different side to Rio, with a visit a local project in Leme. You'll take a nice and easy trek up to a favela in Leme (close to Ipanema) in Morro da Babilonia. It's a project sponsored by a big mall (Rio Sul) and the idea is to reforest the hill. The local guides are from the community and they are very passionate about what they do. It's an inspiring project to witness, and it'll five you very different views of Rio, taking in the back of Pao de Acucar mountain.

Day 10 - Starting: Rio de Janeiro & Finishing: Rio de Janeiro

There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart the accommodation at any time.

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Highlights

  • Dance the tango in Buenos Aires
  • Spot wildlife in the pictureseque Ibera wetlands
  • Marvel at the mighty Iguazu Falls
  • People-watch at Copacabana and Ipanema beaches
  • Enjoy the lively music scene in Rio de Janeiro
  • Relax on the stunning beaches of Arraial do Cabo

Get an invigorating taste of South America’s south on a trip that takes you from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro. Let the sounds of samba, jazz and reggae wash over you and get swept up in the infectious energy of the locals. Stroll white-sand beaches in Rio, rummage through antique fairs in Buenos Aires and sample delicious culinary specialties wherever you go. In between these two vibrant cities, become immersed in spectacular wilderness – from the sprawling wetlands of Ibera to the astonishing Iguazu Falls, there’s a trove of natural beauty waiting for you.

Day 1 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 1 Optional Activities

  • Buenos Aires - Coastal train - USD 10
  • Buenos Aires - Tango show (ticket price depends on the location and inclusions) - USD 120
  • Buenos Aires - Tigre - USD 60
  • Buenos Aires - Football game (ticket price depends on the game) - USD 120
  • Buenos Aires - Tango, Tango, Tango! Urban Adventure - USD 50
  • Buenos Aires - Malbec Trail of Palermo Urban Adventure - USD 100
  • Buenos Aires - Gourmet Food Urban Adventure - USD 77

Day 2 Included Activities

  • Buenos Aires - Guided walking tour

Day 2 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 3 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 4 Included Activities

  • Ibera wetlands - Full day touring
  • Rio de Janeiro - Guided hike to Morro da Babilonia

Day 4 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 5 Included Activities

  • Iguazu Falls - Entrance and tour of the Argentinian side of the falls
  • Iguazu - Guarani community visit

Day 5 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 5 Optional Activities

  • Iguazu Falls - Great Adventure (boat ride and jungle trip) - ARS 400

Day 6 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 7 Included Activities

  • Iguazu Falls - Entrance and tour of the Brazilian side of the falls

Day 7 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 8 Included Activities

  • Rio de Janeiro - Christ the Redeemer lookout

Day 8 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Day 8 Optional Activities

  • Rio de Janeiro - Carnaval rehearsal (only available from June to Carnaval) - BRL 80
  • Rio de Janeiro - Football game (ticket price depends on the game) - USD 30
  • Rio de Janeiro - Samba show - BRL 200
  • Rio de Janeiro - Sugar loaf cable car - BRL 44
  • Rio de Janeiro - Favela tour - BRL 84
  • Rio de Janeiro - Santa Teresa Discovery Urban Adventure - USD 67
  • Rio de Janeiro - Total Rio Tour - Full Day Urban Adventure - USD 156
  • Rio de Janeiro - Corcovado, Christ Statue and Favela Urban Adventure - USD 99
  • Rio de Janeiro - Favela Tour Experience Urban Adventure - USD 56

Day 9 Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights)

Included Meals

Breakfast: 9

Lunch: 1

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