Experience Overview
Discover the amazing energy of Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls and Rio de Janeiro on a seven-day Premium adventure. Follow the footsteps of the Buenos Aires portenos during dinner at a local home and a lively tango dancing lesson, then weave through the city’s European influenced streets and lesser-known neighbourhoods with the guidance of an experienced local leader. See the power 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 (one of the Seven Wonders of the World) to local cafes and art galleries. This snapshot of Argtnina and Brazil’s highlights will be sure to have you planning your return.
Highlights
- Discover the real Buenos Aires during Exclusive Experiences like 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.
- Visit a social enterprise in Rio for lunch, where dishes are made by marginalised members of the community who receive free culinary training – an Exclusive Experience that provides unique insight into the community.
- Uncover the history of Rio during a full-day tour, including a visit to one of the Seven wonders of the World – the Christ the Redeemer statue on the iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain – and the lively and eclectic Santa Teresa neighbourhood.
- Stay at your Feature Stay hotel in the heart of Rio de Janeiro with a terrace and swimming pool overlooking the iconic Copacabana beach.
Trip Details
Product Code: 1882
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Unknown
Transport: Plane,Private vehicle
Guide Language: English
Supplier Code: GGPA
Starts: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Finishes: Rio de Janeiro, Argentina
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating: Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (6), Lunch (2), Dinner (1)Accommodation: Comfortable hotel (4 nights),Feature Stay (2 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 5121 (CAD 732 /day)
Itinerary
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Argentina. You’ll arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital, where you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city.If you arrive early, maybe head to a local rooftop bar and enjoy the views of Buenos Aires with a cocktail. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you’ll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. After the meeting, head to the home of a porteno (inhabitant of Buenos Aires) for a traditional Asado feast. Chat to your friendly host about all things Argentina while tucking into a spread of barbecued meats, provoleta cheese and plenty of local wine. After, you might want to keep the evening going with a post-dinner tango show.
Included Activities:
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Buenos Aires - Welcome Dinner
Optional Activities:
- Buenos Aires - Tango show ticket prices from (120 USD)
- Buenos Aires - Polo day (185 USD)
- Buenos Aires - Football game (subject to availability) from (120 USD)
Accommodation:
- Design Suits Buenos Aires Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning you’ll discover Buenos Aires’s history, cultural influences and iconic sites during a city tour with a local guide. First, you'll head to a traditional urban house and enjoy an exclusive tango performance by two professional dancers who have been working together for more than 15 years. The dancers are passionate about preserving and sharing the art of tango, and the performance will be followed by a beginner’s class, so you can be a part of Argentina’s cultural heritage, too. Learn about the style and history of the dance and pick up a few moves to take home. Your next stop is the Plaza de Mayo to see the original town hall, as well as the presidential palace known as the Pink House. Walk around La Boca and its Caminito district. Head to the Recoleta Cemetery – a labyrinth of ornate mausoleums, stopping at the grave of Eva Peron. Leave the cemetery and see the Floralis Generica – a huge metal flower made by Argentinean architect Eduardo Catalano. The rest of the evening is free.
Included Activities:
- Buenos Aires - Tango demonstration by professional dancers
- Buenos Aires - Tango lesson
- Buenos Aires - City tour
Accommodation:
- Design Suits Buenos Aires Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, transfer to the airport and board a flight to Puerto Iguazu in Argentina. You’ll spend the next two days exploring Iguazu Falls in depth, seeing them from both the Argentinian and Brazilian side. While you’re flying into Argentina, today will be spent exploring the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. At over 2 km in length, and made up of 275 waterfalls in total, Iguazu is higher than Niagara Falls and wider than Victoria Falls! The Brazilian side of the falls offers unforgettable panoramic views, which you’ll get to spend time taking in today. For an eagle-eye view of the falls, you can also opt to take on an optional helicopter flight.
Included Activities:
- Iguazu Falls - Tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
Optional Activities:
- Iguazu Falls - Bird Park Entrance (80 BRL)
- Iguazu Falls - Helicopter ride (min 3 people) (630 BRL)
Accommodation:
- JL Hotel by Bourbon or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Rise and shine for an early departure to the Argentinian side of the falls, where you will be able to get up close to this incredible feat of nature. There is a system of boardwalks on the Argentinian side of the falls that allow you to access some incredible viewing points, or you could choose to take an optional zodiac ride beneath the cascades for a different perspective. This afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a Guarani community – one of the few remaining original inhabitants of the region. Meet with a member of the community to learn about the native tools used for daily activities. Your host will show you around the community and provide insight on the Guarani way of life while explaining how they have preserved their traditions on the edge of one of the world’s most popular attractions. Return to your hotel for a leisurely evening.
Included Activities:
- Iguazu Falls - Tour of the Argentinian side of the falls
- Iguazu Falls - Guarani community visit
Optional Activities:
- Iguazu Falls - Zodiac ride up to the falls (90 USD)
Accommodation:
- JL Hotel by Bourbon or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Take an included flight from Foz do Iguacu to Rio de Janeiro and when you have settled into your Feature Stay hotel a stone’s throw from the beach, join your leader on an orientation walk to get a feel for this lively city and learn a little about its layered history. The rest of the day is free to explore at your own pace. You might like to head down to the famous white sands of Copacabana and Ipanema beaches for a snapshot of local life. If you’d like to listen to some live music, head to Lapa and join the locals for some dancing.
Included Activities:
- Rio de Janeiro - Leader-led Orientation Walk
Accommodation:
- Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you’ll get to know the sights and sounds of Rio during a full-day tour with your leader. Visit Corcovado Mountain for expansive views over the city from the base of the Christ the Redeemer statue – one of the Seven Wonders of the World! Next, head to Santa Teresa to see the architecture, restaurants and art galleries. Continue to the famous Selaron Steps to see Chilean artist Jorge Selaron’s famous artwork. Give your feet a break during a lunch stop in a restored home dating to 1907. Finally, visit the iconic Sugarloaf Included Activities: Accommodation:
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to extend your stay in Rio de Janeiro, please speak to your booking agent about arranging additional accommodation in advance.
Optional Activities:
- Rio de Janeiro - Total Rio Bike Tour: Beaches, Bays & Carioca Sunset Urban Adventure (119 USD)
- Rio de Janeiro - Football Game (schedule dependent) from (400 BRL)
- Rio de Janeiro - Carnival rehearsal (June to Carnival only) from (120 BRL)
- Rio de Janeiro - Samba show from (200 BRL)
Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Margaret - Traveled, February 2024
Take the peril out of your adventure by being with Intrepid. Everything is arranged all you have to do is show up.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/12/2024
Tim - Traveled, January 2024
Trip Itinerary amazing along with the tour guide, Seb. The other travellers were like minded and great fun. All this together gave us an amazing once in a lifetime experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/05/2024
Marcus - Traveled, January 2024
First trip with intrepid, but certainly not my last. To anyone on the fence: DO IT! The world is now my oyster thanks to these guys!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/06/2024
Jana - Traveled, January 2024
A great trip to experience the key highlights of Argentina and Brazil, and a mix of urban, cultural, historical and nature adventure. My tour leader Luma was an enthusiastic ambassador for her homeland and all the local guides were fantastic as well to help you experience the most from this trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/22/2024
Megan - Traveled, December 2023
Overall, the trip was good. I felt the hotels could have been a bit nicer -- I would rank them a 3.5 star. Also, airplane seating assignments were in the back of the plane and it would have been nice to have them at the front of the plane.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/01/2024
Arthur - Traveled, November 2023
Highly recommend Intrepid Travel who deliver an excellent service. The whole experience was well worth while. Very informative and we had a great Group Leader in Sebastian. The group size (12) was ideal with a good variation in terms of nationality and age.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/30/2023
Alexandra - Traveled, November 2023
This trip was absolutely amazing and truly unforgettable. Our tour guide and intrepid are extremely professional and prioritises support locals and the community. The trip included absolutely everything we could have dreamed of doing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/18/2023
Shane - Traveled, November 2023
This tour covered some of the more interesting highlights of Brazil and Argentina in a quick and action-packed way. If you're looking to see the points listed on a tighter schedule, I would recommend this one. You will get a sufficient experience seeing both sides of Iguaco Falls, with Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro on either side of that. Including travel time and the fact that the first/last days of the tour are hellos and goodbyes, you really only get about 1 full day in each of those cities. So if you really want to see them more, I would recommend adding some personal time before/after the tour. You will get lots of food/activities and good accommodation throughout the tour and I personally really liked my group/leader, so if you want to spend a week seeing south Brazil/north Argentina this is good choice.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Stephen - Traveled, October 2023
This trip gave me a great taste of Argentina, Brazil and of Santiago and Valparaiso in Chile. It was very well organised and covered a lot of the main sites of interest in these places. The tour leader was a local and very knowledgeable.I would highly recommend this tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/14/2023
Michael - Traveled, September 2023
As a first time Intrepid Traveller I was just so impressed with the offering and the level of care shown by Andres who was our guide. I have recommended South America with Intrepid to so many of my friends.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/05/2023
Sonia - Traveled, August 2023
Wonderful trip to two amazing countries. Met a great group of people on the tour. Huge thanks to our excellent trip leader Ernesto whose professionalism and organisational skills was key to ensuring this trip was very memorable and enjoyable. I would certainly recommend this tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/22/2023
Wayne - Traveled, July 2023
An action packed week. Experienced and learnt a lot. Exceeded my expectations. Great tour guide.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/24/2023
Humza - Traveled, May 2023
Great trip to see a lot in a short period of time, everything was organised and Luciano was a great tour guide who made the trip even better. I would highly recommend this trip if you want to see Argentina and Brazil and have a local experience while seeing all the main sites over 7 days. Pack you bags and passport and leave the rest to Intrepid.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/05/2023
Robert - Traveled, May 2023
Overall, trip was good. Luciano was the best part. You should consider more time in Rio (and less in Argentina). Also, there are too many flights in this itinerary. We spent too much time in airports.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/31/2023
Danielle - Traveled, March 2023
Don’t think twice about the tour - just book it and pack your suitcase!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/29/2023
Patrick - Traveled, February 2023
One of the best tours we have ever had. Been on at least 25. Highly recommend Intrepid
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/27/2023
ida - Traveled, February 2023
Intrepid was excellent. The tour guide even better which made our trip memorable. We would highly recommend Intrepid tours
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/26/2023
Fiona - Traveled, February 2023
Everything worked like clockwork, and we didn’t think that people were waiting but they were. You’re got onto the transport and off we went. Loved Andy’s enthusiasm and organisational skills. Thank you
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/23/2023
GAYLE - Traveled, February 2023
Great experience using Intrepid in Premium Argentina/Iguazu/Rio especially thanks to our exceptional guide Andres Helmfelt. Really felt immersed in the culture, food, history & local communities with their approach and itinerary. Loved this small group experience. It was like being with a dear friend who could offer you unique local experiences that were tailored to your interests or requests. A welcome dinner at someone's home & tango lessons at a master teacher's home studio were just a few highlights of our trip. Heard great things about Intrepid before and now can highly recommend! Cant wait to plan our next trip with Intrepid
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/12/2023
DAVID - Traveled, February 2023
this was an outstanding trip - loved everything about it - from the local bbq at a residents house to carnival in rio - everything was outstanding. Andres is a great guy to have on this trip too. the trip was one of my best
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/23/2023
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