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10 Day itinerary in Argentina, South America

From Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro

One of our favorite itineraries! During this trip, you will see the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, the famous Iguazu Waterfalls, a Natural UNESCO World Heritage, and Rio de Janeiro, the "Marvelous City" where you will immerse in the samba world, visit beautiful beaches, and, of course, the imponent C... Read More

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Overview

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Recommended Age

Everyone

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English, Spanish, Portuguese

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Buenos Aires

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Detox

Historic & cultural landmarks

Outdoors & Nature

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Buenos Aires City

2

Iguazu Falls

3

Jungle & Beach

4

Corcovado & Sugar Loaf

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Bienvenido/Welcome to Argentina! Buenos Aires

Arrival to Buenos Aires; transfer from Buenos Aires International airport (EZE) to downtown hotel. Accommodation.

Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

  • Standard 3*: Merit San Telmo
  • Superior 4*: Esplendor by Wyndham Buenos Aires Tango
  • Standard 3*: Merit San Telmo
  • Superior 4*: Esplendor by Wyndham Buenos Aires Tango
Day 2

place Buenos Aires Panoramic City Tour AM (Half Day)

The tour begins on the northern side (Retiro, Palermo and Recoleta). This is where the first stops are made: The emblematic “Floralis Genérica” and the famous cemetery of Recoleta. Then, the tour continues to downtown by 9 de Julio Av, where you can appreciate the most relevant places of the city like Colon Theatre and the Obelisco. Head to Plaza de Mayo site of the governmental palace The Casa Rosada; opposite is The Cabildo and the Metropolitan Cathedral on the other side of the square. The journey goes on to the southern area, visiting San Telmo, a historical neighborhood where Tango was born; and La Boca, four blocks on is Boca Juniors ‘stadium, “La Bombonera” an obligatory stop for football fans. Then, you can head straight to the colorful street Caminito. The tour ends in the modern Puerto Madero where there plenty options for food. *Transfer back to the hotel is not included.* Accommodation.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Superior 4*: Amerian Buenos Aires Park Hotel
  • Standard 3*: Amerian Buenos Aires Park Hotel
  • Superior 4*: Imperial Park Hotel
Day 3

place Day at leisure in Buenos Aires

Breakfast. Free Day to explore the city yourself. Please consult for optional tours. Accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard 3*: Imperial Park Hotel
  • Superior 4*: Huinid Obelisco Hotel
Day 4

place Buenos Aires -> Puerto Iguazu

Transfer from hotel to Buenos Aires airport (AEP) for your flight to Iguazu (not included-Approx 1,5hs) Arrival at Puerto Iguazu airport (IGR) and transfer to your hotel. Accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard 3*: Merit Hotel Iguazu
  • Superior 4*: Gran Hotel Tourbillon Cataratas
Day 5

place Half Day Brazilian Falls Excursion

The word Iguaçu means “large water” in the Tupi-Guarani etymology. Eighteen kilometers before joining the Parana River, the Iguaçu River gains width and then plunges 80 meters down. Its geographical formation dates from about 150 million years. The total width of the waterfall in the Brazilian territory is approximately 800 meters. There are 19 main falls in total, 5 of them are on the Brazilian side (Floriano, Deodoro, Benjamin Constant, Santa Maria and União). From the Brazilian balconies you have a stunning panoramic view of the whole. *This visit can be combined with the Birds Park and the Itaipu Dam.* Approx. duration: 4 hours. Accommodation.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard 3*: Merit Hotel Iguazu
  • Superior 4*: Gran Hotel Tourbillon Cataratas
Day 6

place Excursion to Argentinian Falls (Full day)

The tour begins at Iguazu National Park and its 3 walkways circuits: Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat), an over-rated attraction that offers wonder and energy mixed with thundering water and breathtaking views; Upper Circuit: It gives access to an amazing walking trail that takes you on the Iguazu river overlooking the cascade from above; Lower Circuit: It allows the visitor to get a glimpse of the Garganta del Diablo or Devil's Throat, a giant U-shaped cascade, as powerful as its name. Along the way, you will find a few other waterfalls in the midst of the rich green tropical forest, no less impressive than the main cascade. You must consider that there are many stairs to climb. Accommodation.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Superior 4*: Amerian Portal del Iguazú
  • Standard 3*: Amerian Portal del Iguazú
  • Superior 4*: Merit Hotel Iguazu
Day 7

place Puerto Iguazu -> Rio de Janeiro

Transfer from hotel to Iguazu airport (IGR) for your flight to the "Marvelous City" (not included-Approx 2hs. Arrival to Rio de Janeiro airport (RIO) and transfer to your Hotel in the south area. Accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Standard 3*: Augusto's Copacabana Hotel
  • Superior 4*: Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana
Day 8

place Excursion Pan de Azucar and Corcovado by train + lunch (Full Day)

Two of the most famous sights in Rio de Janeiro in only one day! Sugar Loaf and Corcovado Mountain, including the impressive Christ Redeemer statue overlooking the city should definitely be at the top of your list. We will do a panoramic tour downtown Rio, when we get to the Sugar Loaf Mountain we will travel all the way to the top in two steps by cable car. Over there the views of the charming city are overwhelming, see the native rainforest and take the best pictures! Back down, lunch is at one of the most traditional Churrascarias (barbecue buffet restaurant), with a great variety of meats, they also have vegetarian options. After lunch, the way to the Corcovado is by train, where is located Christ the Redeemer statue. Looking up the feeling is to feel blessed and protected by this beautiful monument of Christ with open arms, now one of the new Seven Wonders of the World! Accommodation.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Standard 3*: Augusto's Copacabana Hotel
  • Superior 4*: Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana
Day 9

place Day at leisure in Rio de Janeiro

Free day to enjoy the city and the beach yourself. Please consult for optional tours. Accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Superior 4*: Rugendas by Time
  • Standard 3*: Rugendas by Time
  • Superior 4*: Augusto's Copacabana Hotel
Day 10

place Adeus/Goodbye Brazil!

Breakfast. Transfer from your hotel to Rio de Janeiro International airport (GIG) for your flight back home. Come back soon!!

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • Augusto's Copacabana Hotel
  • Merit Hotel Iguazu
  • Rugendas by Time
  • Imperial Park Hotel
  • Merit San Telmo
  • Amerian Buenos Aires Park Hotel
  • Amerian Portal del Iguazú
  • Imperial Park Hotel
  • Esplendor by Wyndham Buenos Aires Tango
  • Mercure Rio Boutique Copacabana
  • Augusto's Copacabana Hotel
  • Gran Hotel Tourbillon Cataratas
  • Huinid Obelisco Hotel
  • Merit Hotel Iguazu

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (9)
  • Lunch (1)

Transport expand_less

  • In/Out transfers in each city

Activities expand_less

  • Panoramic city tour in Buenos Aires
  • Half Day Brazilian Falls in Iguazu
  • Full Day Argentinian Falls in Iguazu
  • Full Day Corcovado and Sugar Loaf tour in Rio de Janeiro

Not Included expand_less

  • Air tickets, entrance fees, wine tastings, taxes, tips, meals/beverages not mentioned.

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