Buenos Aires to Rio with Paraty and Ilha Grande(17 Days)

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  Karen

  Asked on May 12th, 2026

  On Day 17, what is the expected arrival time at the Rio de Janeiro airport? I'd like to plan my return flight accordingly.

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    Karen

    Traveler•Written May 2026

    Since this is a self-guided/independent tour, will I be put in contact with other travelers on the same itinerary at any point, or is everything fully individual outside of the included excursions?
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    Karen

    Traveler•Written May 2026

    Do you offer any assistance with booking international flights, or partner with airlines for discounted fares? If so, I'd be interested in exploring that option.
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    Karen

    Traveler•Written May 2026

    On Day 17, is the final transfer only to the Rio airport, or is it possible to be dropped off at a hotel/hostel in the city instead (for example, Copacabana or Ipanema)?
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    Karen

    Traveler•Written May 2026

    If the drop-off is only at the airport, would it be possible to opt out of that transfer and arrange my own transportation?
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2026

    On the last day (Day 17) your flight should depart from 5 PM or later. This is, as from Ilha Grande to Rio you have an approx. 3 hr/3.5 hr ride + you should at least be 2 hours prior to your flight departing at the Airport. (If it´s a night flight, even better, so you are not in a rush) But if this option doesn´t suit you, we can arrange a drop off in Rio Downtown (near Santos Dumont Airport I believe). If you had other plans for your last day, please let us know and we can assist you better on the logistics.
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2026

    As this is a self-guided/independent tour, you will be following your own itinerary with shared tours. We won´t be able to put you in contact with other travellers, as we don´t know if more people will be taking this tour as well on the same dates as you. However, once you book with us, you will have our Whatsapp Emergency contact, and the local providers´ number as well, in case you need any assistance from our/their side once you are travelling.
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2026

    Unfortunately, we don´t have any deals with airlines to help you with the fares. Usually the passengers get better deals if they book them directly with the ailrines. We can assist you if you have any questions regarding schedules/airlines or related questions before you book your flight.
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    Karen

    Traveler•Written May 2026

    Regarding accommodation, I would prefer a private room if possible. Could you please provide pricing options for: Shared dorm hostel, Private room in hostel, 3* hotel
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written May 2026

    If you were to stay in Hostel Shared Dorm (shared) your price is: 1519 USD. Please note that most shared dorms are between 4, 6 or 8 people, depending on avaiability. If you were to stay in Hostel Single Room (private) your price is: 2904 USD. And if you are interested in Hotel 3*, i will have to work on a tailormade quote and that may take a little while.
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    Karen

    Traveler•Written June 2026

    the best flight I found lands in EZE at 10:27PM would this still work for the airport pick up
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written June 2026

    Airport pick up for your flight to Buenos Aires is all right.
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  Ruth

  Asked on August 20th, 2025

  Is there a guide during the whole trip? I am concerned due to the crime rates in Rio.

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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written August 2025

    No, there is not a guide during the trip. It is a tour for independent travelers. The trip goes to very touristic destinations and we have customers every month doing the route, we never have had a report of anything wrong!
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  Jennifer

  Asked on August 6th, 2025

  Could you please provide a quote for upgrading to a 3-star or 4-star hotel?

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    Jennifer

    Traveler•Written August 2025

    Yes please
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written August 2025

    Our tours are independent trips, that means that the customer will receive bookings (and pre paid vouchers) for transfers, accommodation, public buses tickets and day trips. We send an online itinerary where customers can follow the day by day trip. With times. No tour leader will accompany the customers. Transportation between destinations is provided in very good public buses owned by private companies. The only park fees that will need to be paid by the customer are the Iguazu National Park, on both sides. Something like 26 USD in Brazil and 34 USD in Argentina.
  
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  Martha

  Asked on June 21st, 2025

  What kind of hotels you provide?

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    Martha

    Traveler•Written June 2025

    Hi my question is this tour stay in hotels?
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written June 2025

    This itinerary is made with hostels and buses. But it can be re quoted if you'd like to stay in hotels. This means it will probably have a different price. Let me know if you would like to hear it.
  
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  Rick

  Asked on April 13th, 2025

  I am solo travelling which is why I plan to get a tour group! I am planning to come may 10 so we can go PUERTO IGUAZU together! If me coming late is fine!

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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written April 2025

    Our tours are for independent travelers, are not group tours. During the day trips in the different destinations you will meet other customers. But in your accommodation and during the buses from place to place you will be on your own. We have departures every day.
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    Rick

    Traveler•Written April 2025

    If I am booking this tour is all accommodation and transport included, when I mean going puerto Iguazu is I can only make it on the day 3 of the 17 days so I don't need hotel accommodation on may 8/9 and just need one night on may10 and I'll follow the iteneray
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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written April 2025

    Tour inclusions are: Accommodation in all destinations, with breakfast. Day Trips in Buenos Aires, Iguazu and Rio de Janiero. All buses between destinations. Some transfers.
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  Joy

  Asked on November 20th, 2024

  What is the best time weather to take this tour?

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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written November 2024

    March or april are good months to travel as it's not longer rainy season and you have good weather.
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  Nicola

  Asked on November 5th, 2024

  Any more hidden cost, How much to anticipate for optional tour, Breakdown of the bus journey and time, I am planning to sign up Full patagonia with Hi Travel Argentina and any further discount

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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written November 2024

    Entrance fee to Iguazu National Park Argentine side (approx 20 USD per person), Entrance fee to Iguazu National Park Brazilian side (approx 20 USD per person), Taxis to from the bus stations are not included. Optional Tours per person: Buenos Aires Bike tour 47 USD, Buenos Aires Tango Show 75 USD, Rio de Janeiro Tour 66 USD, Paraty Beaches boat trip 30 USD
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  Steve

  Asked on October 7th, 2024

  Can you pick up at a different airport? Also, can we use airport transfer after the tour? Is it important to book together to ensure same room/tour?

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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written October 2024

    Yes, airport pickup at different airport has an extra cost. Included transfer is from Ilha Grande to Rio airport or city. For a double room, you can book separately but need to reference each other's booking. Extra transfers can be added for additional cost.
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  Shannon

  Asked on June 17th, 2024

  We would fly from Australia respectively Germany and wonder what happens if you cancel the tour. If you would cancel the tour after we booked the flights, would you reimburse the cost? Or would we be forced to take the tour at another time outside the window of our prebooked flights?

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    HI Travel South AmericaOperator•Written June 2024

    Our tours are independent, we don't need a minimum of passengers for the departure. We'll only cancel the tour if the passengers ask for it :)