Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro: Falls & Footy
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Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro: Falls & Footy
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17 days
Small Group
Basic
Average
English
Experience Overview
Get your South American rush with other young travellers unafraid to embrace the new. You'll kick off the adventure in sophisticated Buenos Aires before getting back to nature on day hikes at a working Uruguayan ranch.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Guaraní Community Experience, Puerto Iguazú Your G for Good Moment: Favela Experience, Rio de Janeiro Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: Buenos Aires Your Discover Moment: Paraty Your Discover Moment: Ilha Grande Your Discover Moment: Rio de Janeiro
- Activities while at the estancia in Uruguay
- Entrance and visit to the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels (9 nts, twin and triple-share), hostels (5 nts, multi-share with up to 6 people), estancia/ranch (2 nts, multi-share).
- 13 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Local bus, minivan, taxi, plane, ferry, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Highlights
- Sample the cuisine and culture of Buenos Aires
- Discover Uruguay's rural beauty at a working ranch
- Marvel at Iguassu Falls
- Skip the overnight bus and gain time (and comfort!) with a flight to São Paulo
- Sip caipirinhas on the beach
- Revel in the energy of Rio de Janeiro.
Trip Details
17 days
Local bus, minivan, taxi, plane, ferry, walking.
English
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Buenos Aires
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Milhouse Avenue Hostal
Day 2: Buenos Aires
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore Argentina's beautiful capital city.Accommodation - Milhouse Avenue Hostal
Day 3: Buenos Aires/Colonia
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Free_time - Get out and explore quaint Colonia.Accommodation - Royal Hotel
Day 4: Colonia/Montevideo
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Free_time - Explore Montevideo, spend the afternoon cruising along the coast on a bike, visiting the iconic soccer stadium, or search for street art in the old town.Accommodation - Dazzler Hotel Montevideo
Day 5: Montevideo
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Take as much time as you'd like to explore Montevideo.Accommodation - Dazzler Hotel Montevideo
Day 6: Montevideo/Estancia Stay
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Live like a local Gaucho as you experience life on a Uruguayan working ranch in the region of Estancia. Set out on walks through the countryside, enjoy an easy horseback ride through the gorgeous scenery, and appreciate unforgettable sunsets. Learn about the area’s history, sit down for a delicious traditional barbecue, and learn how to cook empanadas. All meals are included during your time here and there will be a farewell bonfire before the group departs for the next stop.Accommodation - Estancia El Copihue
Day 7: Estancia Stay
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Participate in as much or as little as you'd like at the estancia. Dive in and help out or put your feet up.Activity - Live like a local Gaucho as you experience life on a Uruguayan working ranch in the region of Estancia. Set out on walks through the countryside, enjoy an easy horseback ride through the gorgeous scenery, and appreciate unforgettable sunsets. Learn about the area’s history, sit down for a delicious traditional barbecue, and learn how to cook empanadas. All meals are included during your time here and there will be a farewell bonfire before the group departs for the next stop.Accommodation - Estancia El Copihue
Day 8: Estancia Stay/Iguassu Falls
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Curl up and catch a snooze en route to the next stop.
Day 9: Iguassu Falls
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Experience a unique visit to the G Adventures-supported Jasy Pora community in the morning. Meaning “Luna Bonita,” this community is located just 20 minutes from the centre of Puerto Iguazú in the area known as Las 600 Hectáreas. The region is home to the native Guaraní communities and Jasy Pora was formed by 20 different families whom are opening their doors to share culture and knowledge with travellers. The aim is to preserve their heritage and create employment opportunities for future generations. Historically nomadic, the Guaraní community of Argentina has adapted to modern challenges while still protecting their ancestral lands. Your visit has a meaningful impact and helps to foster pride and ensure the preservation of their heritage. Guided by a local Guaraní expert, the group will explore the lush Misiones rainforest and experience a deeper connection to nature. Learn more about the traditional uses of flora and fauna, the Indigenous language, and the importance of a harmonious relationship with the environment through sustainable practices.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Free_time - Get out and explore the area!Accommodation - Hotel Mirantes
Day 10: Iguassu Falls
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Activity - Spend the whole day on the Argentine side of Iguassu, exploring the paths over the falls or experience the UNESCO World Heritage site from a boat tour. Tours utilize trails and catwalks adapted to the landscape of the area, and walking is easy for all ages; guided tours of the complex are available several times a day.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Accommodation - Hotel Mirantes
Day 11: Iguassu Falls/Paraty
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Transport - Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.Accommodation - Refron du Mar Pousada Paraty
Day 12: Paraty
Paraty is a quaint colonial town renowned for its architecture—the pace might be slow but there's a lot to choose from. Considered one of the world's most important examples of Portuguese colonial architecture by UNESCO, the historic centre is a well-preserved national historic monument, and today has been closed to vehicles to preserve its laid-back colonial ambiance.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - You made it to the beach! Enjoy it by exploring the area or blissing out by the water.Accommodation - Refron du Mar Pousada Paraty
Day 13: Paraty/Ilha Grande
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Free_time - You made it to an island paradise! Go explore it.Accommodation - Pousada Bugio
Day 14: Ilha Grande
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - You made it to an island paradise! Go explore it.Accommodation - Pousada Bugio
Day 15: Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro
Take a city tour to experience the sights of Rio, like the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, or take a stroll along Copacabana beach.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Climb aboard, take your seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - CabanaCopa Hostel
Day 16: Rio de Janeiro
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore dynamic communities and support social enterprises on a tour led by residents of the Vidigal favela. Participate in a Capoeira session, visit an innovative community green space, and purchase unique handicrafts. With support from G Adventures, entrepreneurial organizations and members of the community are connected with people, ideas, and resources from around the world to grow their businesses.Free_time - Spend the day exploring this vibrant city. Take a guided tour, catch a local football game, or relax on one of Rio's world famous beaches.Accommodation - CabanaCopa Hostel
Day 17: Rio de Janeiro
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- 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.
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 will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
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.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
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.
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.
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.
From
AUD $4879
Duration: 17 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Get your South American rush with other young travellers unafraid to embrace the new. You'll kick off the adventure in sophisticated Buenos Aires before getting back to nature on day hikes at a working Uruguayan ranch.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 23 Mar 2026
Customer Reviews
11/26/2024
Amazing thank you for everything it will not be my last trip with you guys.
11/26/2024
Good way to travel with expert local advice. Got the most of every destination and country.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
11/26/2024
Amazing thank you for everything it will not be my last trip with you guys.
11/26/2024
Good way to travel with expert local advice. Got the most of every destination and country.
11/17/2024
I always love travelling with G, and would like to see bigger discounts for continued loyalty to the company.
11/17/2024
Absolutely loved my Buenos Aires - Rio tour. It was a great group of people with an even better tour guide/CEO. We saw so much in such a short space of time and I'll treasure the memories forever!
11/14/2024
I had such a great time, thanks a lot, Alina and G adventures!
11/14/2024
Great trip with a lot of new experience!
11/13/2024
Fantastic time, thoroughly recommend.
11/11/2024
It was overall a great trip, but it was hard for us who just joined the group in Buenos Aires because the rest of the group had been traveling together for 50 days already. Also I would have loved if there was a bit more activities included in the tour.
11/03/2024
I really enjoyed the whole tour! We had so much fun. The group was so good and Marito our guide was awesome. I highly recommend it.
10/30/2024
Overall this trip to South America was great and having a tour guard as Marito delivered a better experience. It was a great way to get around South America having a fully booked itinerary.
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