7 Days | Experience the power of Iguazu Falls and visit two sultry cities





Discover the alluring energy of Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls and Rio de Janeiro on a 7-day Premium adventure. Follow the footsteps of the Buenos Aires portenos during dinner at a local home and a lively tango dancing lesson, and weave through the city’s European influenced streets and lesser-known neighbourhoods with the guidance of a local leader. Marvel at the spectacle of Iguazu Falls from the Argentinian and Brazilian sides, then get swept up in the magic of Rio de Janeiro, from the impressive Christ the Redeemer to quirky cafes and galleries. Delight in the cultural and natural beauty of two contrasting countries.
Trip overview

- Start
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Finish
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Brazil, Argentina
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Premium
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- GGPA
Our best 4-star accommodation and the highest level of service
All must-see locations plus authentic experiences exclusive to Premium
Trips led by our most experienced and highest-rated local leaders
- Discover the real Buenos Aires during Exclusive Experiences – a traditional asado feast in the home of a local, and a lively tango lesson at a classic conventillo with two professional dancers.
- Marvel at Iguazu Falls from multiple angles with visits to the boardwalk system in Argentina and the panoramic viewpoints of Brazil.
- Enjoy an Exclusive Experience with a difference when you visit a social enterprise in Rio for lunch, where dishes are made by marginalised members of the community who receive free culinary training.
- Uncover the history of Rio during a full-day tour, including a visit to the spectacularly located Christ the Redeemer statue, iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain, and the lively and eclectic Santa Teresa neighbourhood.
- Experience Art Nouveau elegance at the Tango de Mayo in Buenos Aires. Your fabulous Feature Stay hotel includes a rooftop bar that offers unbeatable views across the city.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Gastromotiva. Donations provide job training for vulnerable youth in Rio De Janeiro and promote the importance of sustainable cooking.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2023
Inclusions
6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Plane, Private vehicle
Comfortable hotel (4 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)
- Arrival airport transfer
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- Luggage transfer
- Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
- 24/7 on-ground support
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Buenos Aires - Welcome Dinner
- Buenos Aires - Tango demonstration by professional dancers
- Buenos Aires - Tango lesson
- Buenos Aires - City tour
- Iguazu Falls - Tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
- Iguazu Falls - Tour of the Argentinian side of the falls
- Iguazu Falls - Guarani community visit
- Rio de Janeiro - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Rio de Janeiro - Christ the Redeemer
- Rio de Janeiro - City tour
- Rio de Janeiro - Sugarloaf Mountain
- Buenos Aires - Tango show ticket prices from - USD90
- Buenos Aires - Polo day - USD185
- Buenos Aires - Football game (subject to availability) from - USD120
- Iguazu Falls - Bird Park Entrance - BRL70
- Iguazu Falls - Helicopter ride (min 3 people) - BRL430
- Iguazu Falls - Zodiac ride up to the falls - USD70
- Rio de Janeiro - Total Rio Bike Tour: Beaches, Bays & Carioca Sunset Urban Adventure - USD119
- Rio de Janeiro - Football Game (schedule dependent) from - BRL400
- Rio de Janeiro - Carnival rehearsal (June to Carnival only) from - BRL120
- Rio de Janeiro - Samba show from - BRL200
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 5kg for carry on.
4. Full name exactly as per passport is required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for activity and transport bookings. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
5. Departures March 10 - April 25 2023 will feature an Asado experience at a restaurant rather than a home.
6. Travel is always an adventure and, as destinations reopen, there are a few challenges as everyone gets back up to speed and adjusts to the new normal. Our leaders are experts when it comes to dealing with anything unexpected along the journey, so pack your understanding and flexibility, sit back and relax while they take care of the rest.
7.We highly recommend you take US Dollars with you to Argentina and change it locally. While ATMs are widely available, there is a daily limit for withdrawals and the exchange rate does fluctuate.
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