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Buenos Aires to Rio (New)

14 days
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From Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro
4.5
18 traveler reviews
  • Spectacular view of waterfalls with a vibrant landscape.
  • Walkway through powerful waterfalls with mist.
  • A bustling beachside promenade with palm trees.
  • People gathered on a rocky beach enjoying the sunset.
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  • The distances are large so the two internal flights were essential. I enjoyed all of the places visited but Rio was my highlight.

    D
    David Parkes, traveled in November
    5.0
  • Colorful colonial-style buildings reflected in water.
  • Coastal cityscape at dusk with lights along the shoreline.
  • Iconic statue overlooking a city and the ocean.
  • Colorful buildings lining a narrow street.
  • A large city park with a historic building in the background.
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Explore!
Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Buenos Aires

    Optional Activities

    • Welcome dinner with the group
    Landmarks
    Rio de la Plata
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  2. Day 2

    Buenos Aires

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Plaza de Mayo and major landmarks
    • Local guide exploration of city highlights

    Optional Activities

    • San Telmo Market visit (if Sunday)
    • Additional sightseeing in the afternoon
    Landmarks
    Plaza de Mayo
    San Telmo Market
  3. Day 3

    Buenos Aires

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Recoleta Cemetery
    • Visit Palermo Park
    • Tango show this evening
    Landmarks
    Recoleta Cemetery
    Palermo Park
  4. Day 4

    Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazu

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Puerto Iguazu

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of La Boca district and Caminito
    Landmarks
    Caminito
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  5. Day 5

    Iguazu Falls

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Argentine side of Iguazu Falls
    • Walk to Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat)
    Landmarks
    Iguazu Falls
    Garganta del Diablo
    Parque Nacional do Iguazu Reserve
  6. Day 6

    Iguazu Falls

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls
    • 10 minute helicopter flight over the falls
    • Tropicana Bird Park in the rainforest
    • Excursion to Itaipu Dam (65 stories high, largest hydroelectric plant in the world)
    Landmarks
    Iguazu Falls - Brazilian Side
    Tropicana Bird Park
    Itaipu Dam
  7. Day 7

    Puerto Iguazu to Paraty

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Sao Paulo or Rio
    • Transfer drive to Paraty
    Landmarks
    Paraty Colonial Center
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  8. Day 8

    Paraty

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Boat trip to islands and tropical beaches with swimming and snorkeling
    • Mountain trail trek through historic mining routes
    • Bike rental for local area exploration
    Landmarks
    Paraty Bay Islands
  9. Day 9

    Paraty to Ilha Grande

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Bus from Paraty to Angra dos Reis
    • Public boat from Angra dos Reis to Vila do Abrao
    Landmarks
    Angra dos Reis
    Ilha Grande
    Vila do Abrao
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  10. Day 10

    Lopes Mendes Beach

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Taxi boat trip to Manges Beach
    • 20 minute guided walk to Lopes Mendes Beach through forest trails

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming and beach activities at Lopes Mendes
    • Explore walking trails off Lopes Mendes Beach
    Landmarks
    Lopes Mendes Beach
    Manges Beach
  11. Day 11

    Ilha Grande to Rio de Janeiro

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Ferry from Ilha Grande to Angra dos Reis
    • Bus from Angra dos Reis to Rio de Janeiro

    Optional Activities

    • Caipirinha at Copacabana Beach
    Landmarks
    Copacabana Beach
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  12. Day 12

    Rio de Janeiro

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Corcovado summit and Christ the Redeemer statue
    • Guided walking tour of Santa Teresa neighborhood
    • Visit to Jorge Selaron's studio tile stairway
    • Visit to Parque das Ruinas cultural center

    Optional Activities

    • Evening samba and caipirinha in Lapa district
    Landmarks
    Corcovado
    Christ the Redeemer
    Santa Teresa
    Guanabara Bay
    Jorge Selaron's Studio
    Parque das Ruinas
    Lapa District
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  13. Day 13

    Rio de Janeiro

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Itinerary Image 1
  14. Day 13

    Day 13

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4.5
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Number of tours

599

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16 to 85 years old

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Traveler Moments

  • Coastal cityscape at dusk with lights along the shoreline.
  • People gathered on a rocky beach enjoying the sunset.
  • Colorful colonial architecture in a quaint street.
  • Argentinian flag waving against a clear blue sky.
  • Tourists viewing a large waterfall.
  • Walkway through powerful waterfalls with mist.
  • People enjoying a beach with mountains in the background.
  • Colorful hostel courtyard with people relaxing.

Traveler Reviews

4.5
Overall rating based on 18 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.0
  • Food
    4.0
  • Tour Operator
    4.5

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  • Buenos Aires to Rio (New) reviewer 1
    November 25th, 2024
    5.0
    We loved our group tour with Explore. There were only 14 on the tour which is very manageable and everyone was very...
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    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you for your detailed feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed your time with Explore and that the small group size and sociable atmosphere added to your experience. It's wonderful to hear how engaged and welcoming you guide Marcello was. It’s also great that the day guides in Buenos Aires and Iguazú Falls contributed to the experience with their expertise. We appreciate your feedback about the accommodations and group dining options and will share this with our team to continue improving. It's fantastic that you made the most of your trip by adding extra days to explore more! Thank you for recommending the tour and we do look forward to welcoming you back soon. .
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  • A
    May 14th, 2023
    4.5
    Iguazu Falls
    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    May 15th, 2023
    3.7
    Iguazu falls exceptional. Paraty excellent.
    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    May 23rd, 2023
    4.5
    Iguazu falls were spectacular. Ilha Grande was nice for relaxing between cities.
    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    May 23rd, 2023
    4.3
    1. Iguazú Falls - stunning. Boat trip under he Falls was thrilling 2. Buenos Aires - so much to see and do! 3....
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    May 23rd, 2023
    4.8
    The Iguazu Falls were completely out of this world - beyond anything I could possibly have imagined. The experience...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    November 8th, 2023
    3.8
    Highlight was Iguazu (both sides)
    Traveled in October 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    November 12th, 2023
    3.7
    Iguazu falls- Brazilian side Christ The Redeemer Sugar Loaf Moutain However none of these are included and...
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    November 8th, 2023
    4.5
    Iguazu falls were spectacular, christ the redeemer was also wonderful. Watching the sun go down over ipanema beach...
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    December 2nd, 2023
    5.0
    Each place was a highlight! Would not want to miss any of it. The location of all the hotels was great! And they were...
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    Traveled in November 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
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