Journeys: Highlights of Argentina & Brazil
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Travel through colourful neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires and feel the roar of Iguassu Falls from both sides of the border. Trace Rio de Janeiro's heritage through its bohemian hills, rhythmic streets, and seaside shores. Climb the mosaic-tiled Selarón Steps, and stand at the feet of the towering Christ the Redeemer statue. Wrap up your journey in the artistic hilltop enclave of Santa Teresa, taking in stunning views of Guanabara Bay.
Travel Style
National Geographic Journeys
Service Level
Upgraded
Physical Grading
3 - Average
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Buenos Aires City Tour & Isla Maciel Cultural Experience, Buenos Aires
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting, Buenos Aires
Your Foodie Moment: Dinner at a Churrascaría, Foz do Iguaçu. Arrival transfer. Visit the Brazilian and Argentine sides of Iguassu Falls over 2 days. Sugarloaf Mountain cable car visit. Full-day Rio de Janeiro tour to "Little Africa," Lapa and Christ the Redeemer. Guided visit of the Santa Teresa district and botanical gardens. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Explore the historic streets of Buenos Aires with local guides to discover neighbourhood histories and vibrant street art, Experience the Argentine and Brazilian sides of Iguassu Falls over two full days. Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain for sweeping views of Rio, Explore Rio’s historic Afro-Brazilian roots and learn the stories that gave birth to samba. Wander hilltop streets and the ruins of a grand mansion in Rio's Santa Teresa district
What is the maximum and typical number of participants on this tour?
Max 16, Avg 12.
What meals are included in this trip?
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private vehicle, plane, walking.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hotels (7 nts).
Itinerary
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Buenos Aires
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
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Buenos Aires
Set out on a guided tour of Buenos Aires. Drive past the gilded facade of Teatro Colón and the soaring Obelisk toward Plaza de Mayo, stopping briefly at the Casa Rosada and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Continue to colourful La Boca, stroll along the brightly painted Caminito street museum before meeting your guides from the Isla Maciel community, a G Adventures-supported project. Cross the 1914 Avellaneda Bridge over the Riachuelo River into the Isla Maciel neighbourhood, taking in vivid murals and social history up close before heading back over the water. Enjoy lunch together, then spend the rest of the afternoon and evening at leisure.
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Buenos Aires/Foz do Iguaçu
Board a morning flight to Puerto Iguazú, trading city streets for lush subtropical green. Crossing into Brazil, step onto the trails on the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls, where expansive footpaths reveal breath-taking panoramic views of hundreds of waterfalls cascading through the jungle mist. Feel the cool spray on your face as you take in the sheer scale of the landscape. Spend a free afternoon to settle into your surroundings, then gather tonight for a dinner featuring delicious local flavours.
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Foz do Iguaçu
This morning, cross the border back into Argentina, and spend the entire day exploring the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls. Board the park’s rainforest train to reach the trailheads, walking along scenic boardwalks that wind through dense jungle canopy and over rushing waters. Pass vibrant tropical flora, pausing to take in sweeping views of the cascades from multiple viewpoints. Return to Brazil and head to your hotel to relax and spend the evening at your own pace.
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Foz do Iguaçu/Rio de Janeiro
Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Rio de Janeiro, where verdant mountains plunge straight into the blue Atlantic Ocean. Set out on an afternoon tour, taking a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain to soak in sweeping panoramic views across Guanabara Bay and the sprawling city below. Afterward, enjoy a scenic drive past the sands of Botafogo, Copacabana, and Ipanema, watching beach culture come alive at golden hour, then settle into a free evening on your own.
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Rio de Janeiro
Delve into the soul of the city on a visit to Rio's "Little Africa," exploring key historical sites to learn about the profound influence of African culture on Brazilian heritage and samba. Pass the Sambadrome before stopping for lunch. Afterward, walk past the white arches of the Carioca Aqueduct, climb the colourful, mosaic-tiled Selarón Steps in Lapa, and stand at the feet of the towering Christ the Redeemer statue high atop Corcovado Mountain.
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Rio de Janeiro
Head into the bohemian hilltop enclave of Santa Teresa, where narrow cobblestone streets are lined with historic mansions and artist studios. Visit Parque das Ruínas, a public park built around the glass-and-steel restoration of a 20th-century mansion, taking in art galleries and sweeping views of Guanabara Bay. Wander along the garden trails of the lush and tropical botanical gardens before returning to your hotel.
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Rio de Janeiro
Depart at any time.
What are the mandatory travel insurance requirements for this trip?
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your Expedition Leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
