Best of Argentina & Brazil

Intrepid Travel · 7 days
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
Best of Argentina & Brazil
7 Days
From AUD $4140 Was AUD $5175
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(20 reviews)

Best of Argentina & Brazil

Best of Argentina & Brazil

Intrepid Travel · 7 days
Duration

7 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Comfortable

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Get a taste of the rhythms of Argentina and Brazil on this southern adventure journeying from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, taking in spectacular Iguazu Falls along the way.

Highlights

  • Buenos Aires offers an eclectic mix of European, Cosmopolitan and Latin flavours, as well as a booming cultural and nightlife scene. Explore the neighbourhoods of this lively, confident city on a full-day tour with a local guide.
  • Look for rainbows in the mist from both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides as you marvel at the power of Iguazu Falls which are higher than Niagara Falls and wider than Victoria Falls.
  • Visit a local Guarani community to meet some of the region’s few remaining indigenous people and learn how the falls were created when the serpent god M’Boy split the river in half.
  • Gaze over the dazzling city, mountains and bay of Rio de Janeiro from the foot of the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and immerse yourself in Brazilian culture, dance and music.
  • Get hands on making empanadas or pizzas for lunch, followed by the quintessential Argentinian sweet treat – alfajores.

Trip Details

Duration

7 days

Transportation

Plane,private vehicle

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Finishes

Rio de Janeiro, Argentina

Accommodations

Comfortable

Travel Style

Explorer

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Buenos Aires
Bienvenido! Welcome to Buenos Aires, the ultimate cosmopolitan city, with Latin passion, European elegance, and its own distinctive style. Your adventure begins with an important welcome meeting at 6 pm. Your leader will leave a note at the hotel reception telling you where this important meeting will take place. Argentinians enjoy dining late so there will be plenty of time after the welcome meeting to take up any of your leader’s restaurant suggestions for those wishing to sample Argentina’s world-renowned steak.

Included Activities:

  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Buenos Aires
Today explore Buenos Aires on a half-day tour with an expert local guide. Starting in Plaza de Mayo, explore the city’s most famous sights with highlights including San Telmo, one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires, and La Boca where you’ll visit iconic Caminito Street, which gives the neighbourhood its distinctive spirit. After lunch, your tour continues towards Retiro and Recoleta, where you’ll learn about the families who sought to build a small‐scale Paris in the heart of Buenos Aires and see the ornate mausoleums at one of the world’s most famous cemeteries. This evening is free to enjoy your way.

Included Activities:

  • Buenos Aires - City tour

Optional Activities:

  • Buenos Aires - Football game (prices from) (120 USD)
  • Buenos Aires - Tango show ticket prices from (120 USD)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Foz do Iguazu
Fly to Puerto Iguazu in the northeast corner of Argentina where mighty Iguazu Falls straddles the border of Argentina and Brazil. Iguazu Falls are higher than Niagara Falls, wider than Victoria Falls, and a truly epic sight. Take a trip across the border to Brazil to admire panoramic views of multiple thundering waterfalls. You may like to take an optional helicopter flight over the top of the falls for a more panoramic view. Tonight, spend the night in Foz do Iguazu (Brazil), resting up before a big day exploring the Argentinian side of the falls tomorrow.

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:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Iguazu Falls
A visit to the Argentinian side of Iguazu today allows you to get up close to the waterfalls via a series of boardwalks. According to Guarani legend, Iguazu Falls was created when the serpent god M’Boy, enraged by the betrayal of a chieftain’s daughter who was promised to him, split the river in half. For a more exhilarating experience, take an optional Zodiac boat ride to the base of the falls. This afternoon, join your leader for a visit to a Guarani community where you’ll meet some of the region’s few remaining indigenous people. Learn about the Guarani way of life and how they have preserved their traditions on the edge of one of the world’s most popular attractions. Return to your hotel on the Brazilian side of the falls.

Included Activities:

  • Iguazu Falls - Guarani community visit
  • Iguazu Falls - Tour of the Argentinian side of the falls

Optional Activities:

  • Iguazu Falls - Zodiac ride up to the falls (90 USD)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Rio de Janeiro
Take an early morning flight from Foz do Iguacu to Rio. The locals say that 'if God made the world in six days, he devoted the seventh to Rio'. The day is yours to do what you like. For relaxation and people watching, head to the beaches of Copacabana or Ipanema. If the time of year is right, check out a football game or a Carnival rehearsal. As evening approaches, perhaps take the cable car up to Sugarloaf Mountain to watch the sunset before getting sweaty with the locals in the samba clubs of bohemian Lapa.

Optional Activities:

  • Rio de Janeiro - Carnival rehearsal (June to Carnival only) from (120 BRL)
  • Rio de Janeiro - Samba show from (200 BRL)
  • Rio de Janeiro - Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car (entrance) (160 BRL)
  • Rio de Janeiro - Football game tickets from (400 BRL)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Rio de Janeiro
It's an early start this morning as we embark on a guided tour of Rio, starting at Corcovado Mountain for sweeping views over Rio from the base of the Christ the Redeemer statue before the crowds arrive. Discover the eclectic architecture, restaurants, and art galleries of the artistic neighbourhood of Santa Teresa. Then continue to the colourful Selaron Steps to see artist Jorge Selaron’s gift to the Brazilian people, a staircase with 215 steps that’s decorated with thousands of tiles collected from over 60 countries around the world. The afternoon is free for you to spend as you wish, before rejoining your group for a farewell dinner. A fun local restaurant, specialising in smoky grilled seafood and meat with fresh, zesty salads, is the ideal place to celebrate your time together.

Included Activities:

  • Rio de Janeiro - City tour

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
7
Day 7: Rio de Janeiro
With no activities planned for today, you are free to depart at any time. That doesn’t mean your adventure has to come to an end. If you would like to continue soaking up the sun in Rio, we’ll be happy to book additional accommodation (subject to availability).
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

From
AUD $5175

AUD $4,140
(Tour only)
Offer ends 08 Nov, 2025 Per Person Twin Share
20% Off

Duration: 7 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

Get a taste of the rhythms of Argentina and Brazil on this southern adventure journeying from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, taking in spectacular Iguazu Falls along the way.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 08 Nov 2025

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
5.0
Ignatius
Traveled, March 2024

03/19/2024

Excellent snapshot of two unique cultures experiencing the sights and tastes of Buenos Aires and Rio, together with the must-see jaw-dropping Iguazu Falls. Would recommend extending a couple of days before and after if possible, and embracing the optional activities at Iguazu.

5.0
Keith
Traveled, March 2024

03/12/2024

This trip covered some magnificent sites I have been wanting to explore for a long time. Not only did I get to see the Iguazu Falls and Christ the Redeemer, but the whole tour was faultless with regard to accommodation, food and beverage, travel, "mini lectures" and physical exercise.

Tour Operator

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