Independent Brazil & Argentina (ISI1)

9-Day Package from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires

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When my baby smiles at me, I go to Rio! You’ll be smiling from ear to ear on this Globus Independent vacation in Brazil and Argentina with plenty of free time in Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. And while it takes two to tango, it only takes you to choreograph the perfect vacation in South America. From Brazilian barbecue and bathing beauties on the beaches of Rio, to the heights of Christ the Redeemer and the roaring thunder of Iguassu Falls, a Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to design your days and fill your nights with Latin flair. Your Local Guide is on hand with included sightseeing, while helping you make the most of your free time with optional excursions to spice things up with your own personal taste. Treat yourself to a tour that is exclusively yours with free time, me time, and optional adventures that speak to your independent spirit!

Special features included in this tour:

Private guided sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, including the Cosme Velho district
A cog-wheel train ride to the top of Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue
Private guided tour of Iguassu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentine sides
Ecological Jungle Train ride and Devil’s Throat boardwalk views
Private guided sightseeing in Buenos Aires, featuring the Teatro Colón Opera House, Avenida de Mayo, and Plaza de Mayo
Walk through the San Telmo, Buenos Aires' oldest district and lively La Boca.
Visit to the Metropolitan Cathedral, home to San Martin’s Mausoleum
Visit Palermo for a guided visit of the historic Recoleta Cemetery

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Meals

Meals & Itinerary

Buffet breakfast daily

Notes:

Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and includes private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Local Guide service is provided in Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls & Buenos Aires.

Intra-vacation flights are not included but can be added. Unless otherwise noted, some services may be shared with other travelers.

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN RIO DE JANEIRO

Welcome to South America’s capital of glamour—Rio de Janeiro, where your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

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Day 2 RIO DE JANEIRO

Today, your private tour takes you to the Cosme Velho district, where you board a cog-wheel train that will take you through the lush tropical vegetation of Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain. This rounded peak, rising 2,300 feet from the bay, is one of the New7Wonders of the World and home to the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. Enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama, which affords sweeping views of the city and beaches below. The afternoon and evening are free. Tonight, you may opt to join an outing to a fun churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats that are marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style.

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Breakfast

Day 3 RIO DE JANEIRO

Enjoy a full day at leisure. Your Local Host will suggest some options for your free time.

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This afternoon, you may elect to discover historic Petropolis, a mountain resort and site of the former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II, or take an optional excursion to visit iconic Sugarloaf Mountain.

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Breakfast

Day 4 RIO DE JANEIRO–IGUASSU FALLS

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls, one of the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders, featuring 275 individual cascades stretching nearly two miles across the border of Brazil and Argentina. Upon arrival, meet your Local Guide for a private tour on the Brazilian side, offering sweeping panoramic views of this immense spectacle. Witness powerful waterfalls plunging over a vast precipice nearly two miles wide and 250 feet deep, and venture into the legendary Devil’s Throat Canyon, where thundering water, swirling mist, and brilliant 180-degree rainbows surround you for an unforgettable sensory experience.

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Breakfast

Day 5 IGUASSU FALLS. EXCURSION TO IGUASU FALLS, ARGENTINA

Cross the border with your Local Guide for a private tour of the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls, beginning with a scenic ride aboard the open-air Ecological Jungle Train as it winds through the rainforest. From there, explore a network of boardwalks that lead you out over the falls, offering dramatic views as torrents of water plunge more than 300 feet into the awe-inspiring Devil’s Throat below. Later, return across the border to Brazil and enjoy a free afternoon and evening.

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Your afternoon is free to explore, or you may opt to visit the Bird Park, home to many species of indigenous birds as well as flora from the area.

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Day 6 IGUASSU FALLS–BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires, the proud capital of Argentina, and the vibrant heart of South America. After transferring to your centrally located hotel, enjoy time at leisure to become acquainted with the “Paris of South America,” celebrated for its grand boulevards, elegant architecture, and lively outdoor cafés.

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Breakfast

Day 7 BUENOS AIRES

After breakfast, set out on a private city tour of Buenos Aires, traveling along the world’s widest avenue for views of the iconic Teatro Colón Opera House, one of the city’s greatest cultural treasures. Continue to Avenida de Mayo and Plaza de Mayo, framed by historic landmarks, including La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House), the Cabildo, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, home to the mausoleum of national hero José de San Martín. Explore the charming streets of San Telmo, the city’s oldest neighborhood, followed by stops in colorful La Boca and elegant Palermo. Conclude your tour at Recoleta Cemetery, the final resting place of Eva Perón, and one of Buenos Aires’ most memorable highlights. This evening, you may choose to enjoy an optional dinner paired with a traditional tango show, showcasing Argentina’s world‑famous dance of passion and drama.

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The tango and Argentina go hand in hand. Tonight, perhaps opt to visit a local tango house, where professional tango dancers will delight you with a tango show featuring the dance as it has evolved through the ages. Plus, dine on Argentine specialties and wine too!

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Day 8 BUENOS AIRES

Enjoy a full free day to further discover this extraordinary city at your own pace. You may wish to enhance your experience with an optional excursion to a traditional estancia (ranch), where you’ll gain insight into the authentic lifestyle of the legendary gauchos, or choose a scenic cruise along the Tigre River, gliding past lush landscapes and impressive waterfront homes.

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Estancias date back to the 16th century during Spanish colonization, when conquistadors were gifted land to raise and breed cattle. Today, the lands and traditions that go along with them have been passed down from generation to generation. Here, you have the chance to step into the traditional, local life of a gaucho and embrace Argentinean heritage during an optional trip to a traditional estancia.

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Breakfast

Day 9 BUENOS AIRES

Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning.

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Breakfast

Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

ALEXANDRE MALING

Escorting tours for more than 15 years

“My name is Alexandre Ma Ling da Silva, I have been an official tour guide for over 15 years and I love to show the beauties of Rio to the clients that come to visit our wonderful city.”

Accommodations

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

No Excursions are available at this time.

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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