Argentina & Brazil Adventure
Tour Description
Day 1: Buenos Aires
Get an invigorating taste of South America’s south on a trip that takes you from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro. Let the sounds of samba wash over you and get swept up in the infectious energy of the locals. Stroll white-sand beaches in Rio, rummage through antique fairs in Buenos Aires and sample delicious culinary specialties wherever you go. In between these two vibrant cities, become immersed in spectacular wilderness – from the sprawling wetlands of Ibera to the astonishing Iguazu Falls, there’s a trove of natural beauty waiting for you.
Itinerary
Day 1: Buenos Aires
Bienvenido! Welcome to Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires is the ultimate cosmopolitan city, with Latin passion, European elegance and its own distinctive style. Your adventure begins with an important welcome meeting at 6pm. Your leader will leave a note at the hotel reception telling you where this important meeting will take place. If you arrive early, why not visit San Telmo and on Sundays it’s antiques market and artists’ displays – it’s a great chance to acquaint yourself with some portenos (local residents). Alternatively, visit Recoleta (the grand cemetery) or perhaps Casa Rosada (the Pink House).
Day 2: Buenos Aires
Enjoy some breakfast, then embark on an orientation walk through this fantastic city. You’ll be introduced to some of Buenos Aires’ major sights – the likes of the Colon Theatre, the Obelisc and Plaza de Mayo. Along the way, learn a little more about Argentina’s independence from Spain.
Day 3: Ituzaingó
This morning catch a short flight to Posadas, followed by a drive to Ituzaingó (approximately 1 hour). Ituzaingó will serve as your base to explore the beautiful Ibera Wetlands region in the north of Argentina. Spanning more than 15,000 square kilometres, the Ibera wetlands are roughly the size of Belgium, which gives you an idea of how much there is to explore. The biodiversity is incredible, and the swamps, lakes and lagoons are home to such creatures as otters, alligators, deer, wolves and black howler monkeys, just to name a few. Keep a look out too for those oddly noble-looking creatures, the capybaras. These cousins of guinea pigs are the largest rodents in the world.
Day 4: Ibera Wetlands/Ituzaingó
Take part in a full day (approximately 8-10 hour) walking tour and car safari with a guide. You might see any number of obscure species – maybe caiman or swamp deer, perhaps even an armadillo, or a flock of rhea (which are like a South American equivalent of an emu). Anacondas, though particularly hard to spot at certain times of the year, are also known to inhabit these wetlands. Keep an eye to the sky, as you’re bound to catch a glimpse of some of the 350 bird species here, from the sharp-tailed tyrant to the gorgeous and garish yellow robin. For lunch enjoy a delicious barbecue (asado) and even have a go at kneading some dough to bake Argentinian bread. Chat to your friendly hosts and gain insight into everyday life in Argentina while sampling some traditonal mate (tea).
Day 5: Foz do Iguazu
Enjoy some breakfast and prepare for a long travel day. From Ituizangó take a comfortable local bus to Puerto Iguazu (approximately 7 hours). Arrive at Puerto Iguazu bus station and take a mini van to visit a Guarani community for the rare opportunity to meet some of the region’s few remaining indigenous people. Later, cross the border into Brazil and continue to your hotel in Foz do Iguazu (approximately one hour, depending on traffic at the Argentina–Brazil border).
Day 6: Foz do Iguacu
Here at Iguazu, you’ll visit the mighty waterfalls from both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides. At over 2 kilometres long, Iguazu Falls are actually a series of cataracts. There are over 270 falls in all, and with some reaching up to 80 metres in height, they are wider than Victoria Falls and higher than Niagara. Enjoy the magnificent panoramas on the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Seeing the falls from this side has its perks, such as a view of San Martin Island which you don’t quite get from the Argentinean side. You might like to take a helicopter ride over the falls while you’re here. This optional excursion gives you spectacular views of the falls and the lush green parklands that surround it.
Day 7: Iguazu Falls
Today we go to the Argentinean side of the Falls where it’s possible to follow a series of boardwalks to get up close to the thundering waters – so close you can almost touch them.
Day 8: Rio de Janeiro
Travel by plane to Rio de Janeiro, the festive heart of Brazil. Settle into your hotel and then set out on an orientation walk with your leader. Rio is a fascinating and diverse city best known for its contrasting images of favelas (shanty towns) and the glitz and glamour of Carnaval. With free time, you can choose from many optional activities. Perhaps head to a football game, take a cable car ride between Praia Vermelha and the Sugarloaf Mountain for incredible views over town. For further options, chat to your leader.
Day 9: Rio de Janeiro
This morning you’ll be picked up at your hotel first thing in the morning and head straight to Christ the Redeemer to beat the crowds. Soak up the early morning air and take some photos of this iconic statue before heading to a traditional local Farmer’s Market. Your local leader will show you some of the best foods to try as well as providing plenty of interesting facts about the market traditions. Today you’ll have a free afternoon, so may wish to return to the hotel with your leader to relax. Otherwise, a visit to Sugarloaf is a great way to spend the rest of the day.
Day 10: Rio de Janeiro
There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart the accommodation at any time.
Departure Dates
| Start Date | End Date | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 | $5,900.00 | |
| Oct 4, 2025 | Oct 13, 2025 | $7,430.00 | |
| Oct 7, 2025 | Oct 16, 2025 | $5,336.00 | |
| Oct 11, 2025 | Oct 20, 2025 | $5,715.00 | |
| Oct 25, 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 | $6,129.00 | |
| Nov 1, 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $6,304.00 | |
| Nov 8, 2025 | Nov 17, 2025 | $6,670.00 | |
| Nov 15, 2025 | Nov 24, 2025 | $7,005.00 | |
| Nov 22, 2025 | Dec 1, 2025 | $7,230.00 | |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Dec 22, 2025 | $7,050.00 | |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Dec 29, 2025 | $6,930.00 | |
| Jan 10, 2026 | Jan 19, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Feb 28, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Mar 2, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Mar 7, 2026 | Mar 16, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Mar 21, 2026 | Mar 30, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Apr 4, 2026 | Apr 13, 2026 | $6,635.00 | |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Apr 27, 2026 | $6,635.00 | |
| Apr 25, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | $7,295.00 | |
| May 2, 2026 | May 11, 2026 | $6,635.00 | |
| May 16, 2026 | May 25, 2026 | $6,780.00 | |
| May 30, 2026 | Jun 8, 2026 | $7,060.00 | |
| Jun 13, 2026 | Jun 22, 2026 | $6,635.00 | |
| Jun 20, 2026 | Jun 29, 2026 | $6,635.00 | |
| Jul 4, 2026 | Jul 13, 2026 | $6,635.00 | |
| Jul 25, 2026 | Aug 3, 2026 | $6,635.00 | |
| Aug 8, 2026 | Aug 17, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Aug 24, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Aug 22, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Sep 14, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Sep 21, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Sep 26, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | $6,895.00 | |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Oct 12, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Oct 19, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Nov 2, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Nov 7, 2026 | Nov 16, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Nov 23, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Nov 30, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Nov 28, 2026 | Dec 7, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Dec 14, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Dec 12, 2026 | Dec 21, 2026 | $7,160.00 | |
| Jan 2, 2027 | Jan 11, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Jan 9, 2027 | Jan 18, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Feb 18, 2027 | Feb 27, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Feb 20, 2027 | Mar 1, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Mar 6, 2027 | Mar 15, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Mar 29, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Apr 12, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Apr 17, 2027 | Apr 26, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Apr 24, 2027 | May 3, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| May 1, 2027 | May 10, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| May 15, 2027 | May 24, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| May 29, 2027 | Jun 7, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Jun 21, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Jun 28, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Jul 3, 2027 | Jul 12, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Jul 24, 2027 | Aug 2, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Aug 7, 2027 | Aug 16, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Aug 14, 2027 | Aug 23, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Aug 21, 2027 | Aug 30, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Sep 4, 2027 | Sep 13, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Sep 11, 2027 | Sep 20, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Sep 25, 2027 | Oct 4, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Oct 2, 2027 | Oct 11, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Oct 9, 2027 | Oct 18, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Oct 23, 2027 | Nov 1, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Nov 6, 2027 | Nov 15, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Nov 13, 2027 | Nov 22, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Nov 20, 2027 | Nov 29, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Nov 27, 2027 | Dec 6, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Dec 4, 2027 | Dec 13, 2027 | $6,330.00 | |
| Dec 11, 2027 | Dec 20, 2027 | $6,330.00 |