Can you tell me the cost of all the optional tours?

All optional excursions offered on this tour is booked on tour and can be paid on tour as well. At this stage the departure you are interested in is only in September and the optional excursions can change, we recommend reaching out about the optional excursions around 90 days prior departure to provide you with the most up-to-date and accurate details.

Can we add on rio carnival parade pre tour

Rio+ includes Sugarloaf Mountain, Kobra graffiti wall, local market, Samba City, and Ipanema beach sunset. US$ 150 Per Person.

The price per traveler is the one currently listed on the website. If there are no current dates available on the website, it indicates that all listed departures are sold out. Please continue to check the website for updates on new tour dates.

Are international flights included in the tour price?

Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays. Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

Are young children allowed?

We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees. * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

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Brazil, Iguazu & Argentina Delights - Tour Rio to Buenos Aires

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From Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Start point
Rio De Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil (Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, 18:00)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at a nearby restaurant featuring Feijoada, Brazil's national dish)
Included Activities
- Taste Feijoada, Brazil's national dish
Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue
- See the colourful Seláron staircase in the Lapa neighbourhood
Landmarks
Christ the Redeemer
Seláron Staircase
Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro
Maracanã Stadium
Day 3
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Rio+ optional excursion: cable car ride and breathtaking views from Sugarloaf Mountain
- Visit the Kobra graffiti wall
- Visit São Cristóvão local fair
- Visit Samba City
- Sunset on Ipanema beach
- Carioca dinner on optional excursion at a popular bar with local feast and drinks
Landmarks
Sugarloaf Mountain
Ipanema Beach
Day 4
Rio de Janeiro to Paraty
Rio de Janeiro to Paraty
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Take a walking tour of Paraty
Landmarks
Paraty Historic Centre
Day 5
Paraty
Paraty
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Island Tour optional excursion: day aboard a schooner boat with included lunch and stops at four island beaches
Landmarks
Serra da Bocaina National Park
Day 6
Paraty - São Paulo - Foz do Iguaçu
Paraty - São Paulo - Foz do Iguaçu
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Lively Brazilian soirée featuring unlimited BBQ, drinks, lively music, and dancing at Victor's House, a local family home)
Included Activities
- Enjoy a Brazilian BBQ experience at a local family home
Landmarks
Iguazu Falls
Day 7
Foz do Iguaçu
Foz do Iguaçu
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the Iguazu Falls in Iguaçu National Park
Optional Activities
- Birds of Brazil optional excursion: visit a renowned bird sanctuary and spot colourful macaws, parrots, and more
Landmarks
Iguazu Falls
Iguaçu National Park
Day 8
Foz do Iguaçu
Foz do Iguaçu
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore the Argentinean side of Iguazu Falls on a guided tour with scenic walkways or gas-powered train
- Rafain dinner and show optional: churrascaria feast with vibrant South American music and dance
Landmarks
Iguazu Falls
Day 9
Foz do Iguaçu
Foz do Iguaçu
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore the colourful local bird park with over 150 species
- Soar above the majestic falls on a thrilling helicopter ride
- Venture into Paraguay via the International Bridge of Friendship to discover Ciudad del Este's bustling markets, Monday waterfalls, and Itaipú Dam
Landmarks
International Bridge of Friendship
Itaipú Dam
Day 10
Foz do Iguaçu to Buenos Aires
Foz do Iguaçu to Buenos Aires
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Three-course dinner at a nearby restaurant featuring authentic Argentinian flavours including famous Argentinian beef and empanadas; vegetarian options available)
Included Activities
- Enjoy dinner in Buenos Aires
Day 11
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk along Plaza de Mayo and discover why the Presidential palace is called "Casa Rosada" (The pink house)
- Be amazed by the architecture and history in The Recoleta Cemetery
- Visit Buenos Aires' first port, La Boca, with its iconic "Caminito"
- See "La Bombonera", house of Boca Juniors one of Argentina's most important football stadiums
Optional Activities
- Optional dinner and tango show
Landmarks
Buenos Aires Obelisk
Plaza de Mayo
Casa Rosada
La Boca
Caminito
San Telmo
Recoleta Cemetery
La Bombonera
Day 12
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Group celebration dinner at a local restaurant)
Optional Activities
- Visit the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
- Indulge in a tango lesson
- Indulge in a cooking class
- Optional day trip to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay: discover UNESCO-listed historic city centre and ascend the 19th-century lighthouse for city views
Landmarks
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
Colonia del Sacramento Historic Centre
Day 13
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires
End point
Buenos Aires, Argentina (Hotel in Buenos Aires, 10:00)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Christ the Redeemer
Seláron Staircase
Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro
Maracanã Stadium

Landmarks
Sugarloaf Mountain
Ipanema Beach

Landmarks
Paraty Historic Centre

Landmarks
Serra da Bocaina National Park

Landmarks
Iguazu Falls

Landmarks
Iguazu Falls
Iguaçu National Park

Landmarks
Iguazu Falls

Landmarks
International Bridge of Friendship
Itaipú Dam

Landmarks
Buenos Aires Obelisk
Plaza de Mayo
Casa Rosada
La Boca
Caminito
San Telmo
Recoleta Cemetery
La Bombonera

Landmarks
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
Colonia del Sacramento Historic Centre

Accommodation
Flights
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
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Guide
4.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
4.0
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4.5

Yunqing4.0•November 2025
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Barry
Asked on November 4th, 2025
Can you tell me the cost of all the optional tours?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written November 2025
  All optional excursions offered on this tour is booked on tour and can be paid on tour as well. At this stage the departure you are interested in is only in September and the optional excursions can change, we recommend reaching out about the optional excursions around 90 days prior departure to provide you with the most up-to-date and accurate details.
T
Terry
Asked on September 21st, 2024
Can we add on rio carnival parade pre tour
Other
Tour Details
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written September 2024
  Rio+ includes Sugarloaf Mountain, Kobra graffiti wall, local market, Samba City, and Ipanema beach sunset. US$ 150 Per Person.
- T
  Terry
  Traveler•Written September 2024
  Will you be able to book pretour nights for us. On day 3 it is a free day we can book the rio carnival ourselves. But can we then do the optional sugarloaf tour as a pre tour.
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written September 2024
  Rio+ Optional is only scheduled for Day 3 of the tour and we cannot schedule it pre-tour.
- T
  Terry
  Traveler•Written September 2024
  Will you be able to book pretour nights hotel.
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written September 2024
  We are unable to assist in reserving pre and post-accommodation. You can use Booking.com for your reservations.
K
Kathy
Asked on April 26th, 2024
Price?
Price / Availability
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written April 2024
  The price per traveler is the one currently listed on the website. If there are no current dates available on the website, it indicates that all listed departures are sold out. Please continue to check the website for updates on new tour dates.
C
Carlos
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Are international flights included in the tour price?
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
  Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.
J
Joshua
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Are young children allowed?
Age Range
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!
A
Allison
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Can you cater for my dietary requirements?
Meals
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.
A
Aaron
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?
Payments
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
  * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.
C
Cathy
Asked on March 21st, 2024
If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?
Accommodation
Travel Support
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.
J
Jay
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?
Visa
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.
B
Ben
Asked on March 21st, 2024
How much spending money do I need for my holiday?
Other
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2024
  This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

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