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Be swept away by Iguazu Falls and visit two sultry cities
Bookend a visit to the world’s largest waterfall system with two vibrant cities on this seven-day adventure. Explore Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls on a tour that shows off big highlights without sacrificing local connections. Contrast gazing over Rio de Janeiro from the foot of Christ the Redeemer with lunch in a local acroecology cooperative NGO that's challenging how we look at food production and social development. Finish days feeling the power of Iguazu Falls by relaxing with a cocktail in the verdant gardens of your boutique hotel. Spend a morning wandering the grand Plaza de Mayo followed by an evening watching a private tango performance. See the best of Brazil and Argentina from a local perspective.
- Code
- PSBB
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Gaze over Rio de Janeiro as it’s bathed in morning light from the foot of the Christ the Redeemer statue, your first stop during a guided city tour.
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Walk right to the mouth of the immense torrents of the ‘Devil’s Throat’ on the Argentinean side of Iguazu Falls, then cross the border for Brazilian perspective on the natural phenomena.
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Wander Rio’s revitalised Port Zone and discover the neighbourhood’s history of slave trade and Afro-Brazilian culture with a passionate local guide.
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Explore the neighbourhoods of lively Buenos Aires on a half-day tour with a local guide, then eat lunch at an acroecology cooperative NGO before strolling through iconic Recoleta Cemetery.
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Watch the captivating movements of a professional tango couple during a private performance and later try to match their rhythm during a beginner’s lesson.
Is this trip right for you?
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Some of the most vibrant neighbourhoods and local sights in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro are best discovered on foot, and this trip involves several orientation and walking tours. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes, adequate sun protection and comfortable clothes. Wearing loose layers is a good way to tackle the heat.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel Arena Copacabana or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where and when the meeting will take place.Please provide your booking agent with your flight details no later than 14 days before your tour begins.
Accommodation
- Hotel Arena Copacabana or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Rio de Janeiro - Total Rio Tour Combo 1: Santa Teresa, Corcovado, Christ & Copacabana
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Hotel El Pueblito or Similar, Feature Stay (1 night)
Included Activities
- Iguazu Falls - Entrance & tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
You will be visiting the Brazilian side of the falls today and returning to your hotel on the Argentinean side in the evening. You will visit the Argentinean side of the falls tomorrow.If you’re interested in getting a birds-eye views of the falls, you can organise an optional helicopter flight over the top of them. Speak to your booking agent or leader before you fly to Iguazu Falls.
Accommodation
- Hotel El Pueblito or Similar, Feature Stay (1 night)
Included Activities
- Iguazu Falls - Entrance & tour of the Argentinian side of the falls
- Iguazu Falls - Guarani community visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Tango de Mayo or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel Tango de Mayo or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Buenos Aires - Tango demonstration by professional dancers
- Buenos Aires - Tango dance lesson
- Buenos Aires - Full-day guided tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
6 breakfasts, 2 lunchesTransport
Private vehicle, Plane, BoatAccommodation
Hotel (4 nights), Hotel Feature Stay (2 nights)Included Activities
- Rio de Janeiro - Total Rio Tour Combo 1: Santa Teresa, Corcovado, Christ & Copacabana
- Iguazu Falls - Entrance & tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
- Iguazu Falls - Entrance & tour of the Argentinian side of the falls
- Iguazu Falls - Guarani community visit
- Buenos Aires - Tango demonstration by professional dancers
- Buenos Aires - Tango dance lesson
- Buenos Aires - Full-day guided tour
Important notes
1. Full passport details are required at the time of booking in order to purchase entrance to certain sites, plus bus, train or flight tickets. Delays in providing this information may result in extra fees or changes to your itinerary.
2. An airport arrival transfer is included in the price of this tour. Please advise your booking agent of your arrival flight details at least 14 days prior to departure.
3. This trip includes a domestic flight. Argentina is particularly strict on excess baggage and usually enforces a maximum allowance of 15 kilograms for checked luggage.
4. A single supplement is available for all nights on this trip.
5. If you are entering Chile at Santiago International Airport as a tourist, some nationalities are required to pay a reciprocity fee (Australians, for example, must pay USD 117). The fee does not apply to travellers arriving at other airports or entering the country via land borders.
6. Please note you may require a Brazilian visa for this trip. Processing is at the discretion of the embassy or consulate and takes 2–5 weeks. Please speak with your booking agent for further advice.

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