8-Nights Essential Argentina & Brazil - Private Guided Experiences from $2,888
Goway Travel
OFFER ID 1722633
Active Elements, Epic Scenery, Family Friendly, Iconic Landmarks Discover the heart of South America on this exciting journey through Buenos Aires, the breathtaking Iguazu Falls, and the lively spirit of Rio de Janeiro.
Trip Overview:
Discover the heart of South America on this exciting journey through Buenos Aires, the breathtaking Iguazu Falls, and the lively spirit of Rio de Janeiro.
Highlights:
- Discover Buenos Aires, Argentina’s lively capital, from colourful La Boca to elegant Recoleta and Puerto Madero.
- Feel the city’s rhythm at the Rojo Tango show, where music, dance and history meet in style.
- Experience the majesty of Iguazu Falls from both Argentina and Brazil, surrounded by lush rainforest and wildlife.
- In Rio de Janeiro, ascend Corcovado to stand beneath Christ the Redeemer, then soar up Sugarloaf Mountain.
- End your journey along Copacabana Beach, soaking in Rio’s sunshine and breathtaking coastal scenery.
Included Services:
- Private arrival and departure airport transfers
- 3 nights premium accommodation in Buenos Aires
- 2 nights premium accommodation in Foz do Iguacu
- 3 nights premium accommodation in Rio de Janeiro
- Private-guided tour of Buenos Aires
- Rojo Dinner and Tango show with round-trip private transfers
- Private-guided tour of Argentinean Iguassu Falls with transfer to Foz do Iguacu hotel
- Private-guided tour of Brazilian Iguassu Falls
- National Park Entrance Fee (Argentina & Brazil)
- Private-guided tour of Sugar Loaf and Corcovado
- Private airport transfer from Buenos Aires hotel to Buenos Aires domestic airport
- Private airport transfer from Foz do Iguacu hotel to Foz do Iguacu airport
- Private airport transfer from Rio de Janeiro domestic airport to Rio de Janeiro hotel
- Breakfast daily (excluding Day 1), 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Excluded Services:
- Travel insurance
- International airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not mentioned
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees if applicable
8 nights from $2,888 per person
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Arrive in Buenos Aires
Transfer: Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airportto Buenos Aires - City Centre
Hotel: NH Collection Buenos Aires Centro Historico (4 Star Rating)
Strategically located in the city center, the NH Collection Buenos Aires Centro Historico, formerly known as NH Tower Buenos Aires, is just a few meters from the historic La Manzana de las Luces. Built in 2006, this modern hotel offers easy access to the city's commercial center, and is close to the metro and bus station.
Day 2: Half Day Private Buenos Aries Tour & Evening Rojo Dinner and Tango Show
Today, set out on a four hour private-guided tour of Buenos Aires. Led by an expert guide, dive into the heart of the city's diverse character. You'll marvel at landmarks like the iconic Obelisk and historic Plaza de Mayo. Stroll through vibrant avenues such as Corrientes and the grand 9 de Julio. Explore charming neighborhoods including the colorful streets of La Boca and the bohemian charm of San Telmo. Admire the elegant Palermo district and Recoleta, where sophistication meets culture. Witness the modern allure of Puerto Madero and unwind in lush green spaces like Lezama Park. From financial districts to renowned football stadiums, this tour encapsulates the cosmopolitan essence of Buenos Aires, taking you on a journey through its rich tapestry of history, culture, and passion.
If you're looking for an authentic Tango cultural experience in the splendour of a decadent yet refined ambience, look no further than Tango Rojo at the cabaret of the Faena Hotel. This Tango show is the best you'll find in the city; with white tuxedoed musicians, sultry vocalists, and exquisitely skilled dancers in beautiful period costumes. You'll be truly mesmerized by quantity of talent that performs in this intimate venue, not to mention the quality.
Day 3: Day at Leisure in Buenos Aires
Day 4: Buenos Aires to Foz do Iguacu & Private Half Day Tour of the Argentinean Falls
Transfer: Buenos Aires - City Centre to Buenos Aires Aeroparque J. Newbery Airport
Transfer: Iguassu Airportto Foz do Iguazu
Your entrance ticket to Iguazu National Park in Argentina is included. An entrance ticket is required for each day you explore the National Park.
Prepare to be awestruck by Iguazu Falls on this whirlwind half-day tour of the Argentinean side! Your adventure starts with a convenient pickup from your hotel, followed by a short journey to the mighty cascades. Beginning in the heart of the National Park, explore the Lower Circuit, Upper Circuit and Devil's Throat. The Upper Circuit allows you to see the top of the majestic falls on the Argentina side and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the area. The view stretches from the Argentinian falls to San Martin Island, all the way through to the Brazilian Falls. Upon arrival to the park, you will trace along a series of extensive walkways and viewpoints that provide various perspectives of the falls, including the Garganta del Diablo (the Devil's Throat) - the most iconic walkway and where breathtaking photos can be captured. The Devil’s Throat is a massive, U-shaped chasm that spans approximately 2,300 feet (700 meters) in width and about 490 feet (150 meters) in height. It’s the most powerful waterfall in the Iguazú system, with an average flow rate of around 1,500 cubic meters per second. The viewing platforms provide stunning panoramas of the falls, allowing visitors to witness the immense volume of water cascading down into the gorge. The constant spray from the falls creates a mystical atmosphere, often resulting in rainbows on sunny days. Beyond the falls, the park is home to diverse flora and fauna, so keep an eye out for wildlife like coatis, toucans, and butterflies along the trails. The Argentina Falls tour is a must for anyone visiting Iguazú, providing a unique opportunity to experience one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders. With its stunning views, rich biodiversity, and immersive trails, it’s an unforgettable adventure! Following the tour, your private driver and professional guide will transfer you back to your hotel in Puerto Iguazu.
Hotel: Wyndham Golden Foz Suites (4 Star Rating)
Located in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world, the Wyndham Foz do Iguacu hotel allows guests to effortlessly blend pleasure and work while in Parana State, Brazil. With a central location a mere two blocks from Iguacu's economic center, 20 minutes from the International Airport of the Falls (Catarata International Airport, IGU), and a 30-minute drive to Iguacu National Park and its divine geological wonders, this Foz do Iguacu hotel near the Parana River is quite simply the hotel of choice when staying in Iguacu, Brazil.
Day 5: Private Half Day Brazilian Falls Tour
Your entrance ticket to Foz do Iguacu National Park in Brazil is included. An entrance ticket is required for each day you explore the National Park.
You will be picked up by your private driver and professional guide at your hotel in Foz do Iguacu, and transfer to the Brazilian National Park where you will experience the marvelous Brazilian falls by walking through a series of wooden footbridges elevated over the river. During a 40 minute walk you will admire the series of astonishing cascades up to the foot of Floriano Fall, enjoying countless photograph opportunities of the breathtaking panoramas along the way. At the end of the path there is an elevator, which brings visitors up as opposed to taking the stairs. The main viewing platform provides stunning vistas of the falls, allowing you to appreciate their full scale, while the well-maintained trails lead you through the rainforest, offering opportunities to see diverse wildlife and lush vegetation; keep an eye out for coatis, toucans, and various butterflies as you explore the area. Visiting the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls is a memorable experience that combines natural beauty with adventure! After touring the park, you will be privately transferred back to your hotel in Foz do Iguacu.
Day 6: Foz do Iguacu to Rio de Janeiro
Transfer: Foz do Iguazu to Iguassu Falls Airport
Transfer: Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Aptto Rio de Janeiro - Copacabana - Leme
Hotel: Mirador Rio Hotel (4 Star Rating)
Whether your stay is for business or pleasure, the Mirador Rio Copacabana Hotel offers everything you need for a pleasant experience. On the rooftop, relax by the beautiful pool or take care of your well-being in on-site gym.
Day 7: Full Day Private Sugar Loaf & Corcovado Tour
Experience the best of Rio de Janeiro on this full-day tour that takes you to the city's most iconic landmarks with a private, bilingual driver-guide leading the way. Start your day with a visit to Corcovado Mountain, home to the towering Christ the Redeemer statue. Your guide will escort you through the lush Tijuca Rainforest, the world's largest urban park, where you'll enjoy stunning views and the fresh air of Rio's "lung." Afterward, indulge in a traditional Brazilian barbecue lunch at Assador Rio's Restaurant (optional), where an endless variety of meats and side dishes are served directly to your table. In the afternoon, ride the cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain, with priority boarding for a seamless experience. As you ascend, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of Rio, culminating in a spectacular sunset from the summit of Sugar Loaf. This tour is the perfect blend of nature, culture, and unforgettable vistas. After a day of discovery, you'll be returned to your hotel.
Day 8: Day at Leisure in Rio de Janeiro
Day 9: Depart from Rio de Janeiro
Transfer: Rio de Janeiro - Copacabana - Leme to Rio de Janeiro International Airport
Excursions
Rio - A Brazilian Night
Rio - Jeep Tour In the Floresta da Tijuca
Rio - Jeep Tour In the Floresta da Tijuca
Jeep tour in the Floresta da Tijuca shows the difference between nature and the city. We will make a quick stop at Macaco's Waterfall for pistures. Later on we will see the Chinese View, Emperor Table, Cascatinha Taunay and Mayrink Chapel. We will also walk through a light trail, giving us a chance to feel the contact with nature. During this tour, people who will explain the importance of the Mata Atlantica will guide us.
Rio - FD Sugar Loaf + Santa Teresa
Rio - FD Sugar Loaf + Santa Teresa
Carnival Experience at Samba City - 4 hours
Carnival Experience at Samba City - 4 hours
Highlights:
- Visit the backstage of the samba schools at Cidade do Samba, home to some of the most renowned samba dancers in the world. Cidade do Samba offers the 14 best samba schools in Rio space to build their floats and prepare their music and samba performance for the carnival. with its exhibition of costumes and floats from old carnivals.
- Watch the dancers perform the complex samba steps and learn some new dance moves.
- Hear the samba beat and watch some of the best samba dancers in Rio performing the intricate dance steps and learn some steps of this essential Brazilian dance, while having a refreshing drink.
Tour can operate: Morning or afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Physical Activity Level: Moderate
Inclusions:
- Pick up and drop off at port
- Tour with driver and English-speaking guide
- Lunch, tips, beverages, personal expenses
Secrets of Old Rio with Lunch - 6 hours
Secrets of Old Rio with Lunch - 6 hours
Highlights:
- Travel in time with this enriching walking tour!
- Enjoy a walking tour through the historic center of Rio with our private guide for a unique view of the city's history.
- Start the walk passing by the Olympic boulevard, a revitalized area of ??the city and one of the main legacies of the 2016 Olympic games. Here we will observe countless world famous graffiti. A real open-air museum!
- Pass by some central sites of Rio's culture and history, such as the São Bento Monastery, the Candelária Church, the Cultural Center - located in the restored Banco do Brasil, Casa França-Brasil, Praça XV and Paço imperial.
- Visit the Metropolitan cathedral, crossing carioca square and the visit candelária square, where we will receive our ticket for the new public transport VLT Tram back to the port area.
- Lunch in Santa Teresa, a unique neighborhood of Rio de JANEIRO.
Tour can operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Physical Activity Level: Heavy
Inclusions:
- Lunch
- Pick up and drop off at port
- Tour with driver and English-speaking guide
- Tips, beverages, personal expenses
Sugar Loaf Sunset with Caipirinha Toast - 4 hours
Sugar Loaf Sunset with Caipirinha Toast - 4 hours
Highlights:
- Ascend to the top of Sugar Loaf mountain on an amusing cable car ride and admire the breathtaking views.
- The climb is divided into two stages. After the first, arrive at Morro da Urca with its panoramic gardens and terraces; after the second, enjoy a spectacular view of the city, its beaches, Guanabara Bay and the Corcovado on the horizon.
- Toast the sunset with a lemon caipirinha.
Tour can operate: Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Pick up and drop off at port
- Tour with driver and English-speaking guide
- 1 caipirinha drink per person
- Lunch, Tips, beverages, personal expenses
Excursions
Buenos Aires-Private Half Day City Tour 4 Hours
Buenos Aires-Private Half Day City Tour 4 Hours
Visit the La Boca neighborhood. Like a Little Italy of any important city in the world, La Boca is the most picturesque of all neighborhoods of Buenos Aires. Proceed to visit San Telmo. There is always a lot to see and do in ‘The Republic of San Telmo,’ but the colorful Sunday street fair is the bohemian neighborhood’s biggest attraction. The heart of the antique wares are congregated around Plaza Dorrego but the entire outdoor market stretches down 13 blocks of the cobblestone Defensa Street and off onto a few side lanes. From 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Defensa Street is completely pedestrian and packed with entertainers jockeying for attention and an international array of street vendors who display their goods on the pavement. The offerings include antiquities from Argentina’s glory days, original art, funky clothing, homemade snacks, and pretty much whatever else someone can think to slap with a price tag.
Included:
- English speaking guide
- Round-trip private car service.
Buenos Aires-Rojo Tango + Dinner
Buenos Aires-Rojo Tango + Dinner
Rojo Tango is one of Buenos Aires’ premier tango shows, taking guests through the last century of tango with stunning modern interpretations of traditional moves. In the intimate cabaret of the Faena Hotel + Universe, three couples take the stage to begin the show at the turn of the 20th century, with dancers in deshabille of corsets and fishnets. Throughout the show, each couple is featured several times in solo performances, and the group also dances together. A male and female singer intersperse the dancing with powerful singing of traditional tango standards, while a live band adds to the atmosphere.
Buenos Aires-Full Day Estancia El Ombu de Areco + Visit to San Antonio de Areco
Buenos Aires-Full Day Estancia El Ombu de Areco + Visit to San Antonio de Areco
Buenos Aires-Tigre Navigation
Buenos Aires-Full Day Colonia del Sacramento
Buenos Aires-Full Day Colonia del Sacramento
Buenos Aires - Full Day Sightseeing Tour - 7 hours
Buenos Aires - Full Day Sightseeing Tour - 7 hours
Meet your local guide at local pier and start with your visit.
Explore some of the most recognizable landmarks in Buenos Aires. Find out about the history and culture of this city, as you take in some of the most significant spots. Start at the most important square in the country: Plaza de Mayo. The country was founded here in 1580, and today the most important governmental buildings are located here including Casa Rosada (Government House), Cabildo (City Hall) and Catedral Metropolitana (Metropolitan Cathedral). Continue through the cobblestoned streets of San Telmo neighbourhood, where the original porteños (Buenos Aires residents) settled in the early days. The next stop is picturesque La Boca, home to Caminito, perhaps the city's most photographed street thanks to its corrugated iron and brightly coloured houses. This block houses one of the few outdoor museums in the world, where artists exhibit work, related to the influence of mainly Italian immigrants who arrived at this port at the end of the 19th century. La Boca is home to the legendary football (soccer giants) Boca Juniors, whose colours of blue and yellow adorn most of the houses and stores in this neighbourhood. Drive towards Palermo, passing through Puerto Madero, a regenerated area where redbrick warehouses have been transformed into trendy restaurants and bars.
Once in the northern area of the city, drive past Palermo Chico with its impressive townhouses, tree-lined boulevards, and parks. Palermo Soho, on the other hand, combines the flavour of an old, working-class neighbourhood with some contemporary details, including ethnic restaurants, design stores and bars. The bohemian atmosphere makes it popular with Argentines as well as foreign visitors, and restaurants cater to all palates. Continue to Recoleta, one of the most elegant and sophisticated districts, visit Nuestra Señora del Pilar Church and Recoleta Cemetery, known for its rich architecture and famous personalities whose mortal remains it treasures.
After the sightseeing you will be transferred back to the pier.
Tour highlights:
- May square
- Old quarters at San Telmo neighborhood
- Caminito street at La Boca
- Palermo neighborhood and parks
- Recoleta Cemetery
Inclusions
- Transfers to/from the pier
- English speaking guide
- Private vehicle
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Lunch
Buenos Aires sightseeing tour with shared visit to Colon Theatre - Half Day
Buenos Aires sightseeing tour with shared visit to Colon Theatre - Half Day
Meet your local guide at local pier and start with your visit.
Familiarize yourself with some of the most recognizable landmarks, as well as history and culture in the Paris of the South, on this half-day private guided city tour. Kick off at Plaza de Mayo square, the heart of the city both from a historical and political point of view, and site of its foundation in 1580 by Don Juan de Garay. The next stop is San Telmo with its cobbled stone streets and colonial buildings. Also visit La Boca neighbourhood, the tough port barrio and colourful working-class area. Before returning to the hotel, visit Colon Theatre, one of the world's greatest opera houses, with its sublime interior, every piece of marble, furniture and crystal, imported from Europe. The theatre took 80 years to be completed and finally opened in 1908. It combines many European architectural styles and influences, including Greek columns, French stained glass and Italian marble. The house seats up to 2,500 people and the Colón has hosted opera celebrities such as Luciano Pavarotti, Maria Callas and Placido Domingo. Shared guided tour to Colon Theatre.
Tour highlights:
- May square
- Old quarters at San Telmo neighborhood
- Caminito street at La Boca
- Colon Theatre (shared visit)
Inclusions
- Transfers to/from the pier
- English speaking guide
- Private vehicle
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Lunch
Buenos Aires Sightseeing Tour North - half day
Buenos Aires Sightseeing Tour North - half day
Meet your local guide at local pier and start with your visit.
Familiarize yourself with some of the most recognizable landmarks in the northern area of Buenos Aires. Drive through Palermo, a district with several different areas such as classic Palermo Chico and contemporary Palermo Hollywood. Start in Palermo Chico with its impressive townhouses, tree-lined boulevards, and parks, then continue to Bosques de Palermo parks; past the Japanese and Rose Gardens with their lakes and sculptures, which can be visited independently. From here continue past the Palermo racetrack and polo grounds where the famous Argentine Polo Open is played every December. Palermo Soho, on the other hand, fuses the flavour of a working-class neighbourhood with contemporary twists such as ethnic restaurants, design stores and bars. Its bohemian atmosphere makes it popular with Argentines as well as foreign visitors. Gastronomy options appeal to all palates. Finally, visit Recoleta neighbourhood, home to many a mansion, which takes one back to Argentina's glorious days. The tour ends at the Recoleta Cemetery, renowned for its rich architecture and sculptures that makes it more of an open-air museum than a final resting place.
After tour you will be transferred back to the pier.
Tour highlights:
- Palermo trendy area
- Japanese and Rose garden in Palermo
- Recoleta cemetery
Inclusions
- Transfers to/from the pier
- English speaking guide
- Private vehicle
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Lunch
Buenos Aires Sightseeing Tour & Evita Museum - Half Day
Buenos Aires Sightseeing Tour & Evita Museum - Half Day
Meet your local guide at local pier and start with your visit.
Explore the highlights of the 'Paris of South America' in a four-hour tour accompanied by one of our experienced representatives who will introduce you to the history and culture of this magnificent city. Beginning with the historical areas of Buenos Aires: Plaza de Mayo, the historical and political heart of the city, laid out by Don Juan de Garay in 1580 during the second founding of Buenos Aires. Continue to La Boca, the tough port barrio and colourful working-class area of Buenos Aires, Palermo with its gardens and mansions; and finally, Recoleta, where you will visit its world famous cemetery and see the tombs and mausoleums of the most important personalities of Argentine history. Finally, visit the Evita Museum, a living museum where people can learn, understand and appreciate the life of one of the most important women in Argentine history.
After the sightseeing you will be transferred back to the pier.
Tour highlights:
- May square
- Caminito street at La Boca
- Palermo neighborhood and parks
- Recoleta Cemetery
- Evita´s museum
Inclusions
- Transfers to/from the pier
- English speaking guide
- Private vehicle
- Entrancee fee for Cemetery and Evitas museum
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Lunch
Buenos Aires Tigre Getaway - Half Day
Buenos Aires Tigre Getaway - Half Day
Meet your local guide at local pier and start with your visit.
Escape the hustle and bustle of central Buenos Aires on this relaxing half-day getaway, featuring fashionable riverside suburbs and a cruise along sheltered waterways. Drive to Tigre passing through neighbourhoods such as Vicente López, Olivos, and San Isidro, and past elegant homes of these residential suburbs, including the Presidential Residence in Olivos, official home to Argentina's president. On arrival at the Paraná River, board a private river boat and head out along the Delta's waterways. An array of colourful sights awaits as the boat cruises past islands, turn-of-the-century homes, yacht clubs and a fleet of watercrafts, including canoes and sailboats. A soft drink and snack are served while you enjoy the scenery. Re-join your vehicle when the river cruise ends and transfers you back to the hotel.
After the sightseeing you will be transferred back to the pier.
Tour highlights:
- Parana river
- Sail in the Delta
Inclusions
- Transfers to/from the pier
- English speaking guide
- Private vehicle
- Private river boat
Exclusions
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Lunch
Buenos Aires Tango Show & Dinner at Rojo Tango
Buenos Aires Tango Show & Dinner at Rojo Tango
Meet your local guide at local pier and start with your visit.
At Rojo Tango, a unique venue designed by Philippe Starck located within the Faena Hotel, enjoy an evening of “Porteño” (residents of Buenos Aires) music and dance. After a three-course dinner with wine and without moving from your seat, the band will strike up and the dancers will appear on scene, to recreate nostalgic times when Tango was danced in the streets of Buenos Aires. A majestic performance full of fantasy and sensuality and incredible skill.
After the sightseeing you will be transferred back to the pier.
Tour highlights:
- Tango show at Rojo tango
- First class venue
Inclusions
- Transfers to/from the pier
- Private vehicle
- Dinner
Exclusions
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- English speaking guide
Vacation Details
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