Argentina and Brazil combine so well into one holiday that it is almost impossible to miss such an opportunity!
If you want a somewhat relaxing holiday, you like iconic cities, and natural beauty, this trip is simply perfect. It will give you an introduction to the two countries and the best part is you won’t need to take several long domestic flights, only two, and you will visit 5 different destinations.
Welcome to Buenos Aires and Argentina! Upon arrival at Ezeiza Airport, you will be greeted by one of our English speaking guides who will privately escort you to the lovely Home hotel in one of our favourite neighbourhoods of the city, Palermo Soho. You will spend 3 nights in a standard room with daily breakfast.
We have nothing planned for the rest of the day so you can get accustomed to your new surroundings.
Enjoy a morning tour of the capital’s highlights (or if you prefer, you can take this tour in the afternoon). Spend 5 hours with a private car and an English speaking guide discovering the history and highlights of the city.
This is not a historical tour, but more an overview of Buenos Aires’s main areas and neighbourhoods so it is perfect for giving you and idea of the places so that you can go back in your own time if you wish.
We haven’t planned anything for today.
This is your holiday so you can spend your time as you wish. However, do have a chat with us if you wish to add an evening tango show, a visit to nearby Tigre or any particular interest activity.
Today we will fly you to Puerto Iguazu in Misiones, another completely different part of the country. Upon arrival, you will be collected at the airport and driven to LOI Suites, a gorgeous hotel in the jungle.
Accommodation in a junior studio with daily breakfast.
To experience fully the Iguazu falls you have to visit the national park from both sides, Brazil and Argentina.
Today is the turn of Argentina, where you will take the trails that run along the edge of the falls. You can also add a boat tour to get really close! This is optional, ask us if you want to add it.
Today you will cross the border into Brazil! So don’t forget to bring your passports with you. A private guide will take you on a shorter tour of the Brazil side of the falls, that offers a more panoramic view.
Hard to say which side is more dramatic a beautiful, after today you can decide. We think both sides are equally mesmerising!
A private car will drive to Foz do Iguassu airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro.
Bemvindos no Brasil! One of the most iconic cities in the world, Rio will captivate you with the beauty of its setting.
You will spend 3 nights at Ipanema Inn in a medium room with breakfast. Perfectly located near Arpoador, do not miss the beautiful sunsets!
Today will be full of everlasting memories as you visit two of the city’s, and arguably the world’s, most iconic sights. You will be taken on a full day guided tour of Corcovado Mountain where you will appreciate the magnificent Christ the Redeemer statue and the view of Rio and Guanabara Bay beneath you.
After you will be able to enjoy another stunning view of the city from Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain). You will take two cable cars to get to the hill’s top, and from here you will have a 360 degrees view of the entire city.
Today is free to spend as you wish. You can choose to make the most of the city’s beaches or if you feel like exploring, we can recommend visiting Santa Teresa.
This area is one of our favourites as we love the artists’ boutiques and small cafes and bars. And in the evening, if you fancy joining the Cariocas, go to a bar in Lapa.
In the morning a private car will pick you up from your hotel and drive you south along the coast to the colonial town of Paraty.
The journey time is around 4 hours, depending on traffic. You will check into Pousada do Ouro where you will spend 2 nights in a standard room with daily breakfast.
Paraty is surrounded by natural beauty, and this tour is a perfect adventure to explore it.
Enjoy an adventure in the Serra da Bocaína National Park and discover mountains and waterfalls, as well as some of the culture and history of Paraty. The tour includes walks on safe and easy trails amidst the Atlantic forest that lead to beautiful, crystal-clear waterfalls, great for swimming.
Today you will be taken by private car to the pier of Conçeiçao de Jacarei where you will board a boat transfer to Ilha Grande.
Here you will check into O Sitio pousada where you will spend the next two nights with daily breakfast.
Ilha Grande is wild and beautiful but there are no cars so you will have to make your way to your accommodation. We can add porter service or suggest another option closer to the pier.
The Blue Lagoon is one of Ilha Grande’s picture perfect locations, a stunning and preserved natural haven. This is a tour that will go through several islands and to hidden beaches, including Fregueisa de Santana,.
The water is crystalline everywhere, with lots of colourful fish and in contrast with lush Atlantic forest.
Your holiday has come to an end but you are taking so many memories! Iconic cities, the marvellous Iguazu Falls and the stunning beauty of the Brazilian coast.
You will take the boat back to the mainland and then a private car will drive you to Rio de Janeiro airport.
Until next time…
This itinerary costs from £3,314 per person B&B, and is based on two people sharing accommodation and services. The price includes all transfers, tours, any other meals if mentioned, and domestic flights. It does not include international flights.
International flights tend to cost between £800 and £900 per person return if booked well in advance – do ask us for advice. Alternatively we can book the flights for you but a booking fee may apply.
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