Extraordinary Journey to Brazil & Argentina

Extraordinary Journey to Brazil & Argentina

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9 nights

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Destinations
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA; RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL; IGUAZÚ FALLS (BRAZIL AND ARGENTINA SIDES)

Offering an outstanding introduction to Argentina and Brazil, this journey combines the elegance of Buenos Aires with exotic and flamboyant Rio de Janeiro and awe-inspiring Iguazú Falls, shrouded in mist with its thunders heard for kilometers. This is a trip that combines the best of two very distinct fascinating cultures – one vibrant, musical and intense in both nature and settings, and another much more European with some of the most dramatically beautiful scenery on the planet. We suggest this combination for travelers looking to combine two dramatically different countries that complement one another.

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Itinerary

DAY;

1

DEPART FOR ARGENTINA

Evening flight to Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires is a vibrant port city of some 13 million people, situated on the west bank of the tawny colored Río de la Plata, the widest river in the world. This Cosmopolitan city, the “cradle of tango” as it is called, is a superlative introduction to your exploration of Argentina. European in appearance, Buenos Aires can keep any culture-oriented visitor busy indefinitely. Different aspects of its architecture and the diversity of its districts and suburbs reflect times of grandeur and abundance, cultural influences and migratory waves. Buenos Aires has been a true melting pot of native inhabitants, Spanish, Italian, British, French, German,Central European, Jewish, Arabian, Greek, Japanese and more recently, Chinese and Korean immigrants.

Optional Activities:

Overnight

Meals

DAY;

2

ARRIVE BUENOS AIRES

Morning arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Airport reception and private transfer to your stylish hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Optional Activities:

Overnight Palacio Duhau or Faena Hotel or Legado Mitico

Meals B

DAY;

3

BUENOS AIRES

Today, enjoy an afternoon tour of some of the most interesting and engaging neighborhoods in the city. “Four Balconies of Buenos Aires” is a half-day, private guided city tour (approx. 4 hr) featuring four parks and plazas of Buenos Aires (Plaza de Mayo, Parque Lezama and La Boca, Plaza San Martin and Recoleta). Your expert guide will introduce you to Argentina’s history, contrasts and contradictions, and the characteristic psychology of the “porteños,” the inhabitants of Buenos Aires. Your tour also includes a visit to Teatro Colon (shared). • Plaza de Mayo, the heart of the city of Buenos Aires both from the historical and political point of view and the site of its foundation • San Telmo (Parque Lezama), one of the oldest districts in the city, filled with artists’ ateliers and colorful houses with rambling architecture, antique shops and cobblestone streets • La Boca district, the birthplace of the Tango, and one of the oldest districts in the city; known for the colorful buildings residents construct from corrugated metal leftover from ships • Plaza San Martin and Retiro, shows the link between the Old South and the movement to the new residential areas, which occurred at the turn of the 19th century when Buenos Aires became more European • Recoleta, the sophisticated district in Buenos Aires with a strong French influence which can be seen in the architecture and avenues; known for the world famous Recoleta Cemetery where Evita Peron is buried Enjoy an evening Tango show or milonga from a menu of options, which we will suggest according to your tango tastes.

Optional Activities:

Overnight Palacio Duhau, or Faena Hotel, or Legado Mitico

Meals B,L

DAY;

4

BUENOS AIRES

Today can be enjoyed at your leisure, or you may take a full-day trip to an estancia in the Pampas countryside. Agriculture and the gaucho are tightly woven into the history of Argentina. One rarely sees this link from a visit only to Buenos Aires. We work with an variety of Estancias close to Buenos Aires to meet the tastes and preferences of our travelers.

Optional Activities:

Overnight La Bamba de Areco, or Ombu Areco

Meals B,L

DAY;

5

FLY TO IGUAZÚ

This morning, fly to the Iguazú Falls to visit the Brazilian side of these magnificent cataracts before crossing back into Argentina. Stay two nights on the Argentina side at a lodge either inside the park or just outside.

Optional Activities:

Overnight Awasi Iguazu or Belmond Iguazu

Meals B

DAY;

6

IGUAZÚ FALLS

Day at leisure to explore the Argentine side of the falls at your own pace. You may take the opportunity to experience the falls at dawn or sunset when the park is closed to other visitors. Take the ecological train across the National Park, skirting the Upper Iguazu River, to Puerto Canoas (20 minutes). Enjoy a pleasant stroll over the modern catwalks, that span the Upper Iguazu River, to the most breathtaking lookout point right over the Devil’s Throat falls. A water volume of approximately 1,000 m/sec thunders over the falls during the rainy season into the deep canyon. The water force is so great that rising mist prevents you from seeing the bottom. For your return route, you can take panoramic elevator or continue up the trail and stairs 35 ft above to the road, for those who prefer to exercise.

Optional Activities:

Overnight Awasi Iguazu or Belmond Iguazu

Meals B

DAY;

7

FLY TO RIO DE JANEIRO

Transfer to Iguazú Airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to your hotel.

Optional Activities:

Overnight Fasano Rio, or Copacabana Palace, or Windsor Atlantica hotel

Meals B

DAY;

8

RIO DE JANEIRO

Start your morning with a visit to Corcovado mountain, site of the statue of Christ the Redeemer overlooking the city. Stop at a typical beach juice bar to taste fresh tropical juices and get a glimpse into the cariocas’ way of life (local residents). This afternoon, visit Sugar Loaf mountain by cable car.

Optional Activities:

Overnight Fasano Rio, or Copacabana Palace, or Windsor Atlantica hotel

Meals B

DAY;

9

RIO DE JANEIRO

For your second day in Rio, select an excursion of your choice, or opt to explore on your own.

Optional Activities:

Overnight Fasano Rio, or Copacabana Palace or Windsor Atlantica hotel

Meals B

DAY;

10

RETURN FLIGHT HOME

Private transfer to the airport for your return flight home, or on to your next destination.

Optional Activities:

Overnight

Meals

DAY 

2

Quito

This morning, you are picked up for your half-day private guided tour of Quito, including a walking tour of its historical center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, the afternoon is at your leisure to spend relaxing or exploring the city further on your own.

Optional Activities:

Private tour of Quito’s colonial churches or insider’s look at the country’s finest Pre-Columbian art collection

Spectacular horseback ride in the high Andes near Quito

2-3 hour hike and birdwatching with Naturalist guide through nearby cloud forest to see hummingbirds and flora

Overnight Casa Gangotena, Plaza Grande, or similar

Meals B



all our

preferred

Hotels
and
villas


in Argentina

Since 1917, when the only access to these remote corners of Patagonia was by boat or seaplane, visionary pioneer Primo Capraro built a small wooden cabin for friends, visitors and fly-fishermen. Thereafter, it grew to become a fine property. In 1943, his son Francisco…
Offering a perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort, The Vines Resort & Spa is ultimate retreat for wine lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, featuring spacious private villas, a luxurious Spa, and world-class service. The resort’s surrounding landscape…
Imbued with red velvet, crystal candelabras, tufted leather sofas, and sweeping views of the Buenos Aires skyline, the Faena Hotel epitomizes urban luxury. As Architectural Digest raved, this hotel takes theatrical design to new heights. It’s an epicurean…
Puerto Bemberg, a luxury hotel in the heart of the Misiones jungle, sits on a private natural reserve near Iguazu Falls. Surrounded by trails, waterfalls, native plants, and jungle wildlife, this eco-hotel offers guests the chance to escape to another…
In Buenos Aires, one of the world’s most stylish and cosmopolitan cities, is Palacio Duhau Hotel, right in the heart of the French heritage district of Recoleta. Part hotel, part palace, guests enjoy elegant rooms with butler service, spectacular views of the city…
Estancia Peuma Hue is an enchanting hotel and eco-lodge nestled within Argentina’s magnificent Nahuel Huapi National Park. Resting on 500 acres of wilderness at the south end of Lake Gutiérrez, the hotel is minutes from Bariloche, the internationally…
Situated in the heart of Buenos Aires’ exclusive La Recoleta district, Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires offers guests an impeccable stay at the gateway to the widely regarded “Paris of South America.” Enjoy luxurious rooms and suites inside the main tower…
Welcome to Awasi Iguazu, a characterful, five-star boutique lodge in the Iguazu National Park, enveloped by lush jungle and just moments from the falls themselves. As a Relais & Chateaux favorite, this unique eco-lodge is recognized around the world…


all our

preferred

Hotels
and
villas


in Argentina

Hotel
Belmond Hotel das Cataratas beckons from within the natural paradise of Brazil’s Iguassu National Park. Set upon an unrivalled location surrounded by sensational waterfalls, guests enjoy exclusive access to this magnificent…
Hotel
The intimate Casa Turquesa is nested in the most quiet side of Paraty’s historic center overlooking the turquoise waters of its namesake. Occupying a restored historic mansion faithful to the original 18th-century façade, this is a guesthouse in the truest…
The glorious Fasano Hotel Rio de Janeiro pays homage to Brazil’s infamous Bossa Nova era. The first building in Brazil designed by Philippe Starck, boasts an unparalleled rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views of the surrounding Arpoador beach, Dois…
Villa Alagoa is a sweeping oasis of beauty, breeze and glistening turquoise waters at your doorstep. Located in São Miguel dos Milagres, directly on the stunning beach of Patacho in Rio de Janeiro, this 8-bedroom house accommodates 16 guests with…
In Brazil’s verdant, historic Bahia state, UXUA Casa Hotel sits upon a magical spot where rainforest meets Atlantic mangroves and endless beaches. The hotel is part of a car-less UNESCO-protected area called the Trancoso Quadrado. Each casa dates back 500…
Hotel
Pousada Picinguaba is an enchanting hotel seated on a tranquil bay in the center of the Atlantic Forest Natural Park, a tropical seaside forest. Located within a small fishing village in the Ubatuba region, guests are immersed in the traditions of an eco-friendly,…
The glorious Fasano Hotel Rio de Janeiro pays homage to Brazil’s infamous Bossa Nova era. The first building in Brazil designed by Philippe Starck, boasts an unparalleled rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views of the surrounding Arpoador beach, Dois…
Hotel
The intimate Casa Turquesa is nested in the most quiet side of Paraty’s historic center overlooking the turquoise waters of its namesake. Occupying a restored historic mansion faithful to the original 18th-century façade, this is a guesthouse in the truest…
Hotel
Belmond Hotel das Cataratas beckons from within the natural paradise of Brazil’s Iguassu National Park. Set upon an unrivalled location surrounded by sensational waterfalls, guests enjoy exclusive access to this magnificent…
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