Explore the most iconic regions of Brazil & Argentina. Discover Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, the Iguazu Falls & Buenos Aires.
Explore the most iconic regions of Brazil & Argentina. Discover Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, the Iguazu Falls & Buenos Aires.
Experience the best of Brazil and Argentina over 13 unforgettable days! Begin in lively Rio de Janeiro and unwind in the coastal paradise of Paraty. Witness the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls, one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Finally, explore the culture, cuisine and charm of Buenos Aires - Argentina’s captivating capital.
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This 13-day tour includes 3 days in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, at the end of the tour. The rest of the itinerary is the same as the Brazil & Iguazu Highlights tour.
This 10-day tour visits top destinations in Brazil including Rio de Janeiro, Paraty and Sao Paulo as well as Iguazu Falls.
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Not sure how to spend your free day? Explore the city on your own, or choose from these handpicked optional experiences designed to show you the best of the region.
Unless marked as "Pre-Book", all optional experiences can be booked directly with your tour leader on tour, payable in cash or by card in the stated currency. Prices and availability are subject to change.
13 days itinerary trip from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires visiting 2 countries
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
All rooms are twin share with private, en suite bathrooms. Solo travellers will be paired with another traveller of the same gender. Single supplements are available upon request at checkout. A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
Welcome to bustling Rio! Arrive early to explore, or make your way straight to the hotel to meet up with your tour leader this evening. 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 group.
Enjoy a welcome dinner of all-you-can-eat Feijoada! Brazil’s national dish is a flavourful stew of meat and beans, usually served with rice. Vegetarian options available.
Meet up with the local guide after breakfast for a full-day tour of Rio! Tick off bucket list items including the Christ the Redeemer statue and a stop at the beautiful, tiled Selarón staircase in the bohemian Lapa neighbourhood! Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and admire its striking architectural style. See the Maracanã Stadium as you drive back to the hotel.
Visit Christ the Redeemer, the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian and the vibrant Lapa neighbourhood. Then, see Maracanã Stadium, where the legendary Carnival takes place.
Visit Brazil’s most iconic monument. The 125 ft/38m Christ the Redeemer statue offers breathtaking views on top of mount Corcovado, overlooking the city below.
Meander the streets of the downtown neighbourhood of Lapa. See the 125-step Selarón staircase (Escadaria Selarón) made with colourful mosaic tiles and mirrors.
Make the most of a free day in Rio! The Rio+ excursion is highly recommended. Head up 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!
See Sugarloaf Mountain, the Kobra graffiti wall, São Cristóvão local fair, Samba City and more on this exciting Rio de Janeiro tour!
Feel like a true Carioca (Rio resident) as you taste three local delicacies and enjoy drinks at a popular local bar!
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, arrive in Paraty, a beautiful colonial port town. Check in at the hotel and take an orientation walking tour. Marvel at the cobbled streets and stunning architecture, and visit the UNESCO-listed historic centre.
This gorgeous colonial town is situated in the perfect spot for spectacular jungle and ocean views.The UNESCO-listed historic centre boasts beautifully preserved architecture.
Explore Paraty at your leisure. The town forms part of the Serra da Bocaina National Park which boasts picturesque beaches, islands and waterfalls. Keen on an organised outing? Join the unmissable Paraty Island Tour excursion for a schooner sailing journey. Look forward to lunch on board and swimming in the waters of four beautiful beaches.
Set sail on a schooner boat and discover the spectacular island scenery surrounding Paraty! Enjoy lunch on board and stop at four beautiful beaches.
Leave Paraty behind and venture to São Paulo where the group will board a flight to Foz do Iguaçu, home to the dazzling Iguazu Falls. Enjoy four nights in this glorious destination! This evening, visit “Victor’s House” and experience a festive night of Brazilian hospitality complete with all-you-can-eat BBQ, drinks, music and dancing at a local family home!
At Victor’s house, tuck into a delicious, all-you-can-eat home-made BBQ along with all-you-can-drink Caipirinhas! Enjoy a Caipirinha workshop and enjoy traditional music and samba dancing.
After breakfast, head for the world-famous Iguazu Falls in Iguaçu National Park. It's the largest waterfall system in the world! Follow a local guide along pathways all the way to the mist-shrouded foot of the falls. After, join the Birds of Brazil excursion which includes lunch and a visit to a beautiful bird sanctuary. Spot toucans, macaws and more!
As one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and with 150-300 waterfalls depending on rainfall, this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Visit Parque das Aves, a bird sanctuary in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy an included lunch and admire colourful birds such as toucans, macaws and parrots!
Adventure awaits with today’s exciting optional activities! Today’s top optional activity offers a guided tour to the Argentinean side of the Iguazu Falls. Please note that this excursion is weather dependent. Back in Brazil, join the Rafain show and dinner excursion to delight in a traditional churrascaria meal along with an incredible display of South American music and dance!
See the impressive Iguazú National Park across the border in Argentina and experience the magnificent waterfalls of this region!
Experience traditional Latin American dance, music and food! Enjoy a two-course churrascaria meal along with an exciting performance.
Enjoy another day of exploration around Foz do Iguaçu. Why not visit the amazing local bird park? Alternatively, 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 Itaipú Dam. Please note that this excursion is weather dependent.
Tick another country off your list and travel to Paraguay from Foz de Iguaçu. Visit Ciudad del Este, Itaipu Dam, Monday Waterfalls and more!
Rise and shine! Travel to the next country - Argentina. Head to Puerto Iguazú airport to catch a flight to Buenos Aires. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Then, join your tour leader on an orientation tour. A delicious, three-course dinner awaits at a local restaurant. Look forward to tasting local dishes such as Argentina’s famous beef and empanadas!
Enjoy your first meal in Argentina! Grilled meats, empanadas and sweet desserts are widely offered. How about a glass of Argentinian wine?
Set out on a guided city tour and soak up the rich history and culture of Buenos Aires this morning. Follow a local guide to discover the famous Buenos Aires Obelisk, encounter the Plaza de Mayo, visit the colourful La Boca, and explore the cobblestoned San Telmo and the Recoleta cemetery. This evening, enjoy an optional dinner and tango show!
Iconic sights covered on tour include Avenida 9 de Julio, Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada (Presidential Palace), the famous Recoleta cemetery and La Bombonera stadium.
Enjoy a tango show and dinner while in Buenos Aires! This will be an unforgettable night filled with traditional and modern tango styles.
On this last free day in Buenos Aires, stroll through the streets at your leisure. Alternatively, choose to 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. Celebrate the last night on tour with dinner at a local restaurant this evening.
Add a new country to your trip with a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay! Explore the historic town and visit the 19th-century lighthouse.
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. Don't forget to exchange contact details with your new found friends before you head home. Have a safe onward journey!
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The best Brazil, Iguazu an Argentina experience
We had the best times of our life during the entire trip to Rio De Janeiros, Copa Cabana, Iguazu Falls, Paraty, Buenos Aires, Paraguay and Colonia De Sacramento, Uruguay under the Tour Leadership of The Amazing Luma Le Roy Da Rocha. The tour was fantastic that we got to visit and experience the true south american culture, tradition and especially the sumptuous food in Brazil and Argentina. It's a trip we will always cherish and remember forever.
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It was a great tour and Luma was wonderful as a tour leader
I would recommend optional bird park visit and tango show in Buenos Aires.
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Private Room Upgrade (optional) +$1,045 pp
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Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +$1,045 pp
Instalment option available for as little as $243 per month
Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +$1,045 pp
Instalment option available for as little as $221 per month
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Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Classic groups have on average between 35-45 Chasers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
Your accommodation, transport, Tour Leader and driver, breakfast most mornings, select lunches and dinners, and the Included Experiences on the tour page. Everything else is yours to choose. Check the individual tour page before you book for the exact inclusions.
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Maximum value, not minimum comfort. Twenty-one years of supplier relationships mean we know where to find the best for less, and we pass that directly to you. Comfortable hotels, included meals and local experiences, without paying for the premium tier.
Yes. Free time is built into Classic itineraries, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
Absolutely. Many Chasers travel solo, and there’s no compulsory single supplement when you travel with us. For accommodation, solo travellers share a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer your own room, you can choose to pay a single supplement instead. Check the individual tour page for pricing.
You might arrive alone. You won't feel that way for long.
Yes. You don't need any previous group travel experience. Your Tour Leader is with you throughout, and you'll have a whole group of people discovering the destination alongside you. If you're not sure which Classic tour is right for you, we can help.
No. Flights aren't included, giving you flexibility over how you get there and when you travel. Your tour information will tell you where and when to meet the group on day one.
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