Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro Dance your way around two South American capitals; tango in Buenos Aires and samba in Rio de Janeiro! Once you’re in the Latin swing, visit Iguacú Falls from the Brazilian and Argentinian sides, and maybe take a trip into neighbouring Paraguay. Finally, relax with a snorkelling trip around the idyllic islands of Paraty and wander its quaint cobbled streets. This trip shows the best of Argentina and Brazil.
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Enjoy an afternoon tour of the city’s captivating sights. You’ll see the historic Plaza de Mayo Square, ´Casa Rosada´ Government House, Cabildo (the Old City Hall) and cathedral, before a trip along elegant 9 de Julio Avenue. In the south of the city are La Boca district with its colourful "Caminito" street and San Telmo, one of the oldest and most traditional neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Monserrat
Monserrat
Named after a church built in 1750 to honour the virgin of Montserrat, the hotel is stylish and modern. Rooms are spacious with Wi-Fi, satellite television and mini-bar. There is also a restaurant, outdoor heated swimming pool, spa and Jacuzzi.
Day 3:
Explore Buenos Aires
Full day to explore the capital’s diverse neighbourhoods, or maybe take an optional trip to a traditional estancia, to learn about the gaucho way-of-life.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Monserrat Included meals: Breakfast
Monserrat
Named after a church built in 1750 to honour the virgin of Montserrat, the hotel is stylish and modern. Rooms are spacious with Wi-Fi, satellite television and mini-bar. There is also a restaurant, outdoor heated swimming pool, spa and Jacuzzi.
Day 4:
Iguacu Falls
Fly to Iguacú Falls and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight Standard Hotel (H+)
in Jardin de Iguazu Included meals: Breakfast
Jardin de Iguazu
Jardin de Iguazu is a boutique hotel in the centre of Puerto Iguazu, within easy access to the town and the falls. The hotel has a rustic charm, with its lovely flowered inner courtyard. There is also a swimming pool. Rooms are arranged on two floors overlooking the patio or the city and are comfortable and elegant.
Day 5:
Iguacu Falls
Iguacú Falls is 275 individual falls cascading down from a height of 70 metres. Walk along trails under the pounding waters of the Argentinian side of the falls, among jungle surroundings. You will walk on upper and lower trails to get different perspectives of the falls, and an up-close look at the Devil’s Gorge.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Jardin de Iguazu Included meals: Breakfast
Jardin de Iguazu
Jardin de Iguazu is a boutique hotel in the centre of Puerto Iguazu, within easy access to the town and the falls. The hotel has a rustic charm, with its lovely flowered inner courtyard. There is also a swimming pool. Rooms are arranged on two floors overlooking the patio or the city and are comfortable and elegant.
Day 6:
Rio de Janeiro
Visit the Brazilian side of the falls. On the Brazilian side, you will get great panoramic views of the falls from trails and viewing balconies running around them. Fly to Rio de Janeiro.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Astoria Copacabana Included meals: Breakfast
Astoria Copacabana
Conveniently located near to Copacabana beach, this comfortable hotel has good-sized rooms, as well as a rooftop terrace with pool, plus sauna and fitness centre. There’s also a restaurant and bar.
Day 7:
Cordovado and Sugar Loaf Mountain
Reach Corcovado Mountain for spectacular views of the city and Christ the Redeemer. Take a walking tour through the historic streets and ride a cable car up Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Astoria Copacabana Included meals: Breakfast
Astoria Copacabana
Conveniently located near to Copacabana beach, this comfortable hotel has good-sized rooms, as well as a rooftop terrace with pool, plus sauna and fitness centre. There’s also a restaurant and bar.
Day 8:
Rio de Janeiro
Relax on the beautiful beaches of Rio de Janeiro.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Astoria Copacabana Included meals: Breakfast
Astoria Copacabana
Conveniently located near to Copacabana beach, this comfortable hotel has good-sized rooms, as well as a rooftop terrace with pool, plus sauna and fitness centre. There’s also a restaurant and bar.
Day 9:
Paraty
Drive along the Costa Verde to Paraty. It’s a spectacular route where mountains line the side of the road and green jungle drops directly into the sea. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of this 18th century colonial town. Paraty is a Historic National Monument and UNESCO listed; 65% of the town is inside the National Park of Serra da Bocaina. You will visit several churches, the museum, and some of the old houses. here’s free time to explore.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Pousada do Principe Included meals: Breakfast
Pousada do Principe
Designed in traditional style, the rooms of the Pousada do Principe are set around lovely gardens – all have views of the hotel’s swimming pool. Rooms are air-conditioned with TV and mini-bar. There is also a living room with coffee shop and bar, which is a lovely place to relax.
Day 10:
Paraty
Day at leisure. You could take a boat trip around Paraty’s 65 islands; the waters are perfect for swimming and snorkelling.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Pousada do Principe Included meals: Breakfast
Pousada do Principe
Designed in traditional style, the rooms of the Pousada do Principe are set around lovely gardens – all have views of the hotel’s swimming pool. Rooms are air-conditioned with TV and mini-bar. There is also a living room with coffee shop and bar, which is a lovely place to relax.
