Brazil and Argentina

Day 1:

Overnight Flight to Rio de Janeiro

Day 2:

Welcome to Brazil!

• Meet your Tour Director at the airport
  
• Guided by a local expert, discover the heart of Rio de Janeiro’s historic center, where colonial charm meets modern rhythm. Visit the striking Catedral Metropolitana and the nearby Pyramid Fountain, explore the elegant Paço Imperial—once the seat of Portuguese royalty—and take in the serene beauty of the São Bento Monastery, a masterpiece of baroque architecture.
  

Day 3:

Explore Rio de Janeiro

• Ascend Corcovado Mountain by cogwheel train through the Tijuca Forest to reach the summit crowned by Christ the Redeemer, gazing out over Rio’s beaches and skyline
  
• Take a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain for panoramic views stretching across Guanabara Bay, Copacabana, and the green hills that frame the city’s dramatic coastline
  
• Enjoy an evening of Brazilian folklore, with live performances that capture the rhythm, color, and energy of Brazil’s cultural traditions
  

Day 4:

Rio de Janeiro

• Cruise across Guanabara Bay to see Rio from a new perspective, gliding past islands, forts, and the city’s iconic skyline while learning about the bay’s role in the city’s history and everyday life
  

Day 5:

Rio de Janeiro - Iguaçu Falls

• Fly to Iguaçu
  
• Explore the Brazilian side of Iguaçu Falls, following elevated walkways along the canyon rim to take in sweeping panoramic views of hundreds of cascades and the mist rising from the Devil’s Throat
  

Day 6:

Iguaçu Falls

• Walk the trails of Iguaçu National Park on the Argentine side, crossing catwalks above and below the waterfalls to stand beside the roaring Devil’s Throat and feel the power of the river as it cuts through the rainforest
  
• Take a guided rainforest walk through Iguaçu National Park to discover the region’s incredible biodiversity, observing native plants, tropical birds, and wildlife that thrive in one of South America’s most vibrant ecosystems
  
• Take a high-speed boat ride on the Iguaçu River, cruising through the canyon for an up-close view of the falls as mist and spray rise around you, offering a thrilling and refreshing way to experience their power. Expect to get wet!
  

Day 7:

Iguaçu Falls - Buenos Aires

• Fly to Buenos Aires
  

Day 8:

Explore Buenos Aires

• Guided by a local expert, explore Buenos Aires, a city of grand boulevards, European elegance, and Latin energy. See Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosada, stroll through colorful La Boca and historic San Telmo, and take in the stately architecture of Recoleta and Palermo as tango music drifts through the streets
  
• Enjoy a special farewell dinner to celebrate your journey and share a final meal with your group
  
• Enjoy a tango show, watching skilled dancers and live musicians bring Argentina’s signature art form to life through powerful movement, haunting melodies, and the unmistakable rhythm of Buenos Aires
  

Day 9:

Buenos Aires - Depart for home

Day 10:

Arrive home