South American Cities & Wonders
Argentina & Brazil in 14 Days, 12 Nights in Destination starting from 3,249$
Trip Highlights
Argentinian Patagonia
Barrio La Boca
Buenos Aires
El Calafate
Iguazu Falls
Perito Moreno
San Telmo
Rio de Janeiro
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until December 2025
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + $1,190
Add up to 3 nights to your stay
Categories available
charm included
superior from + $600
luxury from + $1,500
Itinerary
Discover the cities and wonders of Argentina and Brazil! Travel to the land of the tango and explore the elegant neighborhoods and exquisite cuisine of Buenos Aires. Discover exciting Patagonia. enjoy the famous ever-changing icy glaciers of El Calafate and see the incredible Perito Moreno. Fall in love with the landscape of the Iguazu Falls before enjoying the rhythm of vibrant Rio de Janerio.
1st Day: US - Night on board
Arrive at your US departure airport, ready for a flight to Buenos Aires. Night on board.
If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Buenos Aires
Arrive in Buenos Aires and transfer to the hotel.* The rest of the day is free for you to explore this sprawling city, full of colonial architecture and vibrant culture. Overnight stay in Buenos Aires.
*Depending on your flight arrival time, you can book early check-in in the next step of the booking
3rd Day: Buenos Aires
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an included tour of the chic city of Buenos Aires. Visit the most emblematic sites and monuments of the capital, such as the Plaza de Mayo filled with soul and history, the picturesque district of La Boca, the Obelisk representing the symbol of the Argentine capital, or the Casa Rosada where the artist Madonna performed the hit song "Do not cry for me Argentina" in 1996. Overnight stay in Buenos Aires.
* Optional Dinner & Tango Show: Experience an immersive evening of Argentinian food and arts at the Dinner and Tango Show. Watch traditional Tango dancers as you dine on Argentinian cuisine.
4th Day: Buenos Aires
Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy the day at your leisure, exploring the colourful neighbourhoods of the city or indulging in the world-renowned national cuisine. Overnight stay in Buenos Aires.
*Optional Half-Day Excursion to the Tigre Delta: Explore the Tigre Delta on a boat tour, enjoying the islands and the local lifestyle of the Río de la Plata. Visit the fruit market, Victorica Avenue, and the Tigre Art Museum. Return to Buenos Aires with views of the Monumental Stadium and the University City.
**Optional Fogón Asado Dining Experience: Discover the tradition of the Asado. Enjoy an 8-course tasting menu that explores new ways of serving Argentine classic cuts. While sitting in our bar, you will see and experience different cooking techniques on the grill in a close and personal way.
5th Day: Buenos Aires - El Calafate
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to El Calafate, a town near the edge of the unique region of Southern Patagonia, and home to the huge Perito Moreno glacier. Spend the day at your leisure exploring the town and sampling the unique cuisine of this other-worldly region. Overnight stay in El Calafate.
*Optional Dinner at Asador La Tablita: La Tablita, a Patagonian tradition since 1968, is a restaurant of encounter, tradition and innovation where you can taste the delights of Argentina. A few blocks from the commercial centre of El Calafate, you can enjoy a varied menu of authentic dishes.
6th Day: El Calafate
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for the Glacier National Park and journey to the amazing Perito Moreno, the most famous glacier in the world. On arrival, enjoy an included tour of the Glacier National Park and view Lake Argentino, Argentina´s biggest freshwater on a Nautical Safari. From here it is possible to contemplate the beauty of Perito Moreno. Stroll along the walkways in front of the glacier to see this spectacular ice mass from different perspectives. Return to El Calafate and enjoy an evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in El Calafate.
*Optional Glacier Mini-Trek: Experience nature and adventure on a mini-trek across the ice of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Passing through the port "Bajo de las Sombras", cross the walkways of Los Glaciares National Park in front of the lower Rico Lake.
NOTE: Although there is a bar in the park, we recommend bringing a box lunch on excursions to avoid wasting valuable time in the park (you can request it at your hotel one day in advance, at an additional cost).
7th Day: El Calafate
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, exploring the surroundings at your own pace or simply relaxing and enjoying the facilities of your hotel. You'll be captivated by the landscapes of this special region. If you want to know more about the glaciers, head to the Glaciarium Patagonian Ice Museum! Overnight stay in El Calafate.
*Optional Glacier Cruise: Begin with a navigation along the North Arm of Lake Argentino. After crossing the Boca del Diablo towards the Upsala Channel, arrive at the Spegazzini Base where you can enjoy the incomparable views of Glacier Bay and explore on foot.
*Optional Estancia 25 de Mayo Excursion: The Quincho Asador Parrilla, located in the centre of La Estancia 25 de Mayo, is the perfect place to experience authentic Argentian culture! Relax and contemplate the landscapes at the foot of the Cerro Calafate.
Please note: you can only choose one of the optional excursions on this day.
8th Day: Calafate - Iguazu
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Iguazu*, home of the most astounding waterfalls in the world. Arrive and transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day is free. If your arrival time allows, we suggest enjoying a bike ride through the jungle or simply relaxing in the beautiful natural setting. Overnight stay in Iguazu.
*Depending on the flight schedule, arrival in Iguazú could be in the early hours of the morning (up to 2:00 AM). Nevertheless, the activity the following morning will take place at 7:30 AM.
9th Day: Iguazu
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls on this included excursion by taking the train to the 'Devil's Throat' where a lookout area grants the opportunity to watch the water rush from the river and down an 80 metre (262 feet) high sheer drop. Walk across bridges and enjoy the panoramic views on offer. Hear the roar of water whilst contemplating spectacular views of rainbows, birds, leafy green exotic plants and trees. * Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Iguazu.
*Entrance fees to the 'Iguazú National Park' are not included.
Optional Iguazu Great Adventure: Enter the jungle by the Yacaratiá trail in trucks specially designed for this environment. This 5 km long stretch ends at Puerto Macuco. At the dock, board a boat that sails in the Lower Iguazu River for as long as 6 km, heading towards the waterfalls area, enjoying plentiful rapids. Upon reaching the Tres Mosqueteros Fall, see the falls of both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides crowned by the view of the Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat). Afterwards, the most exciting point comes when facing the incomparable San Martín waterfall, the hugest any boat may face. If you choose to take the optional, it will replace a part of the included tour on this day.
Please note: You will not be able to take part in the Great Adventure excursion if you have any heart problems, have had any kind of heart surgery or if you have any physical disabilities.
10th Day: Iguazu
Breakfast at the hotel. Take an included excursion to the waterfalls on the Brazilian side of the border for a different perspective of this wonder of nature and for a chance to see some unforgettable panoramic views of the thundering falls and the lush landscapes that surround them. Return to the Argentinian side for your overnight stay in Iguazu.
*Entrance fees to the 'Iguazú National Park' are not included.
11th Day: Iguazu - Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Rio de Janeiro. Arrive and transfer to the hotel.* Get settled in before spending the rest of the day at your leisure, soaking up the vibrant atmosphere and gorgeous landscapes. Take a walk along the beachside promenade to watch the locals playing football on the beach. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
*Optional Meet and Greet in Rio de Janeiro: A local guide will accompany you during the transfer from the airport to your hotel where he will assist you to check in. He will also explain all the details of your itinerary and answer any questions you may have and advise you on the best things to do in Rio.
Note: if this service is not booked, the transfer from the airport to the hotel will continue to be included with driver only.
12th Day: Rio de Janeiro
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, set off on a day of discovery in Rio de Janeiro. Embark on a tour of Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer, a true symbol of the city. Head to the top of Corcovado Mountain, with spectacular views along the way. Visit Christ the Redeemer, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and soak up the panoramic views. It's the perfect photo opportunity! Afterwards, explore the Sambodromo, home of the Rio Carnival, the Selaron Steps and see the exterior of the famous Maracana Stadium. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the vibrant atmosphere of the city. We recommend booking our optional activities: a visit to Sugarloaf Mountain and lunch at a churrascaria*, as well as dinner at the seafood restaurant Marius Degustare**. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
*Visit to Sugarloaf Mountain and lunch at a churrascaria: Be amazed by one of the most breathtaking views in Rio de Janeiro as you ascend the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain, a symbol of the city. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious buffet featuring a wide variety of exquisite cuts of meat, allowing you to sample the best of the local cuisine at the Carretão Lido churrascaria.
**Dinner at the seafood restaurant Marius Degustare: Savor Brazilian cuisine at this restaurant where you can enjoy spectacular dishes with a tasting menu that includes a selection of special meats and/or grilled fish and seafood, as well as a buffet of hot and cold dishes. Drinks and desserts are not included.
13th Day: Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, or alternatively, we recommend several optional activities: a Helicopter Flight over Rio de Janeiro and Tijuca National Park*, visit to Tijuca National Park, Vista Chinesa and lunch**, and Rodizio Restaurant Dinner with Brazilian music***. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
*Flight over Rio de Janeiro and Tijuca National Park: Head to the heliport for an unforgettable aerial view of Rio on a 30-minute flight. Then, immerse yourself in the stunning nature of the park by enjoying its trails, caves, and waterfalls.
**Visit to Tijuca National Park, Vista Chinesa and lunch: Discover the splendor of Tijuca National Park, a vast tropical rainforest in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Vista Chinesa viewpoint, a tribute to the Chinese community in Brazil, offering panoramic vistas of the southern part of the city, including Sugarloaf Mountain, Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, and the beaches of Ipanema and Leblon. Afterwards, savor authentic Brazilian cuisine at a traditional restaurant, where you can enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.
***Rodizio Restaurant Dinner and music in Rio Scenarium: Enjoy a traditional dinner at Rio Scenarium, an iconic Brazilian restaurant in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. Located in a magical 19th-century mansion, famous for its charming decor of antique furniture and objects, it offers a unique experience. Immerse yourself in local rhythms while savoring the best of Brazilian cuisine – the perfect way to end the day! Explore its seven rooms spread over three floors, enjoy customized drinks, and authentic Brazilian music.
14th Day: Rio de Janeiro - US
Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to say goodbye to South America, filled with amazing memories of the places you've seen and the warm hospitality and culture of the locals. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip.*
* Depending on your departure time your flight may arrive in the US the following day.
