Argentina Packages: Samba, Falls & Tango

You will be picked up at the airport and transferred to your comfortable Rio hotel. See our wonderful selection of recommended Rio de Janeiro Hotels.

In a fantastic full-day Rio tour, you will ride along the famous Rio beaches to the Sugarloaf cable car. Ride first to the “Morro da Urca” mountain at 886 feet (270 meters) above sea level and then continue to the top of the Sugarloaf Mountain, 1295 feet above sea level. After Sugarloaf, you will continue on your Rio tour during which you will visit the cathedral, the Samba Stadium (Sambodromo), the historical center of Rio, and the Maracana football stadium.

After a delicious lunch, you will ascend the 2,460ft mountain peak of Corcovado (Hunchback), famous for the statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and Rio's most famous landmark. A train ride through the forest will lead you to the top of the Corcovado Mountain. After descending by train, the tour continues through the "Rebouzas" to Barra da Tijuca, Rio’s most recently developed beach area. The Rio tour returns via the beaches of Sao Conrado, Vidigal, Leblon and Ipanema to Copacabana.

See our Rio de Janeiro Guide that includes recommended Rio Restaurants, for more information about this Brazil travel gem.

In the morning you will transfer to the Buenos Aires airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazu. You’ll be picked up at the airport and transferred to your comfortable Iguazu hotel.

Enjoy the rest of the afternoon free to relax and enjoy Puerto Iguazu at your leisure. See our Puerto Iguazu Travel Guide for detailed travelers’ information on what to see and do during your Iguazu vacation.

Today you will tour the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls, including an ecological train ride to the Devil's Throat. In the Argentine Iguazu National Park, you will have intimate views of the Iguazu River. Trails through the 210 square mile reserve provide a different, complete view of the falls, especially the largest one, Devil's Throat. Lower and upper walkways permit up close and personal experiences with this magnificent spectacle of nature. In the afternoon you will return to your comfortable Iguazu hotel.

Enjoy the rest of the afternoon free to relax and enjoy Puerto Iguazu at your leisure. See our Puerto Iguazu Travel Guide for detailed travelers’ information on what to see and do during your Iguazu vacation.

After breakfast in your hotel, you will transferred to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. You will be picked up at the Buenos Aires airport by one of our Argentina travel representatives, and transferred to your comfortable Buenos Aires hotel. See our hotels page to learn more about the delightful Buenos Aires hotels we recommend.

The Buenos Aires tour is recommended to every traveler arriving in Buenos Aires to get an initial idea of the highlights of the city. You will first pass by the impressive National Congress (The Parliament), the civic center including the Plaza de Mayo (May Square) surrounded by the Government House (Casa Rosada), the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo (City Hall during the Spanish colonial period). Along 9th of July Avenue, you will see the famous Colon Theatre, considered one of the best Opera Houses in the world for it acoustic properties which makes it the cultural pride of the city.

You will then head to the traditional San Telmo neighborhood in which you will be taken back in history (on Sunday visits there’s some free time to visit the Flea Market). A bit further south is one of the oldest neighborhoods, La Boca, the settlement for the first Italian immigrants, where you will have time to enjoy the colorful and unique architecture. The Buenos Aires tour will continue through Puerto Madero and Retiro on the way to Palermo, the largest residential area of the city where you will find the enjoyable Palermo Parks, City Zoo and Planetarium. Your last spot is the elegant Recoleta, famous for its cemetery, boutiques, gourmet restaurants and sidewalk cafes under ficus and jacaranda trees.

In the evening you will be taken to enjoy a "porteña" in one of the most exclusive Buenos Aires tango houses, Esquina Carlos Gardel. The club is located in Abasto, a neighborhood where the singer Carlos Gardel spent several years of his life. During dinner, the Orchestra will play a tango repertoire while several couples dance this amazing and sensual dance. Our recommended dinner and tango show was selected for having the best quality, gourmet meals and truly exceptional dancing. If you prefer any other recommended places, just let our Argentina Travel Advisor know and we can make arrangements according to your requests.

After a delicious breakfast you will be transferred to the Buenos Aires airport for your flight home or to your next South America travel destination.

*Hotel prices during Reveillon (Brazil’s New Year’s Eve festivities) and Carnival increase. Please ask an Argentina Travel Advisor how prices for your Brazil Vacation may differ during this time.

• Six nights at comfortable hotels based on US standards.
• Guided visits with English speaking tour guides.
• All transfers and entrance fees.
• All breakfasts. 4-star and up hotels offer breakfast buffets.

PLEASE NOTE:

As of 1 January 2010, an entrance fee (Reciprocity Fee) is chargeable for citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia visiting Argentina. For further details, please read this article on the Latin America For Less Travel Blog.

A tourist visa is required upon entry to Brazil for citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Travelers not within this group are advised to check with the Brazilian consulate where they reside for visa requirements and inquiries. For more information on obtaining a Brazil tourist visa, please visit our Latin America For Less Travel Blog

This Brazil tour begins with a stroll along the beautiful beaches of Rio. Afterwards, enjoy a spectacular Brazilian samba show and experience the rhythm that pulses through the veins of Brazilians. Samba, like the country where it originated, has its roots in African and European rhythms. The music and dance are now synonymous with Brazil’s world famous Carnival celebrations.

Take a beautiful trip to Petropolis climbing the "Orgaos" Mountains. Each curve will bring you different spectacular sights of lush subtropical vegetation and mountain views. In Petropolis, the famed summer resort city, you will visit the former Palace of the Emperor, Dom Pedro II, which is today the Imperial Museum. The museum is home to an impressive collection of tapestries, colonial furnishings, jewelry and portraits of an age of splendor. You’ll even see the Imperial Crown with over 600 diamonds and pearls. Your tour also visits charming Petropolis highlights like the Crystal Palas, Santos Dumont House and the main square. A refreshing drive down from this mountain town will bring you back to Rio.

This trip has been acclaimed as one of the most charming attractions in the entire Rio area. Drive by 1 1/2 hour through numerous fields, banana plantations and villages along the way to the small fishing village of Itacurussa. Embark on a "Saveiro" (schooner from the northeast of Brazil) for a leisure cruise in the calm waters of the Sepetiba Bay. Stop for swim on a deserted island, and then continue to a private island to enjoy a tantalizing buffet luncheon served in a tranquil and rustic atmosphere. After the meal, guests will be free to explore the island's charm by strolling along the beach, swimming or just working on their Rio tan. Special features can be arranged to enhance the day even more: treasure hunt, beach Olympic games, snorkeling, water skiing, etc. The return cruise to Itacurussa is refreshing and allows guests to appreciate the view of the bay and mountains at sunset.

On this tour you will visit the Ernest Che Guevara national park. Guevara, actually from Argentina has one of his many commemorations here. The park, 135kms from Puerto Iguazu is located in the city of Caraguta and the park is over 18 hectares. You will be shown around the park by local bilingual tour guides and you will explore a variety of specialty trails. While exploring the park you will have impressive view over the Parana River and Caraguartai Island. You will be able to learn about the Guevara family and what made this man so special to the people of the world.

*Tour leaves every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday and departs at 8am. Tour lasts for five hours.

On this tour you are able to explore the other side of the falls to Argentina in the country of Brazil. From the Brazilian side of the falls you are able to see a full overview of the falls which is definitely worth the experience. You can see all of the different waterfalls as they stretch along the jagged ridge that the waterfalls flow over. You are able to get up close to the waterfalls and see the rich colors of rainbows as they form with the sun and water.

• Two daily tours, during the morning at 8.00 am and the afternoon at 2.00 p.m.
• Difficulty: with stairs
• Note: Brazil Falls can be done in a group if passengers arrive before 12.30 hrs to the airport. Later than this, it will always be a private service.

The Itapúa Dam was one of the biggest building sites in the world. Starting in 1975 the dam provides a model of green energy, providing most of the power to the nation of Paraguay. Only the new construction of a dam in China is going to beat this might feat of human engineering. On the tour you learn about its construction and be able to see the main spots of the dam and the beauty areas of the Lake that has been created.

• The dam is open to visitors every day except Sundays and Brazilian public holidays.
• Note: This trip can be combined with a trip to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls to make it a full day trip to Brazil.

The ruins of San Ignacio were built by early missionaries that came from Europe to spread the word of Christianity. Now the ruins are impressive and some of the oldest early colonial architecture in the region. You will be accompanied by a local bilingual guide who will explain the ruins to you.
You will also be able to visit the Wanda stone mines that are located 40km from Iguazu. The mines produce stones such as topaz; amethyst, rock crystal, agate, among others. In the shop you are able to carve them into beautiful shapes.

*Regular tours every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Starting at 7.30a.m and returning at 6.30p.m.

In the town on Puerto Iguazu you can visit the eco- tourist attraction of Aripuca, with more than 30 species and 500 tons of rescued trees in honor of giants of the Jungle. Here you can understand the fragility of nature and explore the native species of this unique frontier area that mixes three cultures so well.

You are able to visit the orchid garden in the town of Puerto Iguazu. There are over 20,000 natural species of orchids and a number of double hybrids that were artificially made. It is an important part of the Iguazu landscape and a interesting place to visit if you have an interest in flowers.

The botanical garden in Puerto Iguazu is the ideal place to visit if you have an interest in botany, but also to explore some of the local fauna and vegetation that exists in this unique part of the world.

From this landmark you are literally at the frontier of three huge nations; Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Each one different in their own way. The actual divide is the confluence between the two rivers of Parana and Iguazu, but photos can still be taken in all three nations at the same time.

Walking up the falls by night is a special experience as the sound of the water flowing over the edge echoes through the night's calmness. This tour only runs during periods of full moon, so you can see the natural wonder naturally lit by moon light. You will be met at the national parks central station and taken by train to the devils through lookout point, and from the balcony, be able to view the devils throat. You will be treated to a welcome drink (caipirinas and fruit juice).

*Walks only run 5 days a month (2 days before, during and after full moon) with only 3 excursions per night at 8.00p.m, 8.45p.m and 9.30p.m.

On this tour will tour by boat the Iguazu and the Parana rivers, being able to see the city and the jungle from the water. You will also be able to see the native Guarani community and see one of their indigenous ceremonies. On the catamaran you will be treated to an open bar and be able to hear live music. Departures leave everyday at 5.30pm and the tour lasts about 2 hours.

From your hotel you will be picked up and taken to the music show that shows you the culture, traditions , music and dances of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. You will be able to eat at a Rafain barbecue restaurant for a buffet dinner.

*The show is on every night (except Mondays) from 8pm until 11.30pm.

The Iguazu National Park is a huge natural reserve that surrounds the spectacular Iguazu Falls. The park is full of other attractions that can give visitors a different experience in their trip to the special natural frontier region.

This tour begins in the back of a decommissioned military vehicle which takes you down the rugged Iguazu jungle path to the docks at the river. The ‘open’ back truck allows a great vantage point to see the many parakeets, parrots, macaws, toucans, and many other birds. You can also spot lizards, monkeys and myriad of butterflies, as well as 85 species of orchids, bromeliads, and guembes that call this jungle area home. After exploring these lush forests you will arrive at the docks where you will board river boats that will take you breathtakingly close to the Iguazu Falls before arriving at another dock further upstream. From here, there is an optional free trip to the nearby island of San Martin.

*This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or those who suffer from a heart condition.

You will go by boat on a short 15 minute cruise around the Iguazu Falls area, seeing the devils throat and other important falls. You will also be baptized by the mist of the falls before being returned to the shore. You need to be prepared to walk down a number of stairs to reach the embarkation point.

*This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or those who suffer from a heart condition.

This rafting tour enables you to feel the thrill of rafting in one of the most well known river areas in South America. For new and experienced rowers, you are able to safely try rowing along the river with moments of intense exhilaration followed by relaxing time to enjoy the scenery. You will start at San Martin Island and travel though rapids at a second and third level of difficulty and before reaching the disembarkation point. The trip lasts about forty minutes.

*Tour days vary, so enquire with your travel advisor.

Read more about our recommended additional Iguazu Falls tours.

Argentines, like many Latin Americans are known to be football crazy and a trip to the famous La Bombonera stadium is an experience like no others. Not only for the quality of the football, but for the show that is an Argentine football match with thousands of passionate fans singing and chanting.
Departure dates depend on the football league schedule. The tour offers the safest and easiest way to visit the match; with round trip transfers from your hotel, reserved seating in the stadium and a bilingual guide.

Tigre is a world apart from hustle and bustle of Buenos Aires. Tigre is a town on the river delta only 30 minutes to the north of Buenos Aires. The quiet town is home to the expensive homes of the Porteñean elites and was a place of their vacations in the 19th century. The large river delta around the town is dotted with stately homes and restaurants, and with access only by boat it makes this place very special. The river delta is the only delta in the world that flows into a river and not the ocean, as Buenos Aires is actually on the banks of a river and not the Atlantic.

On this tour you will visit the River Plate Stadium, the Presidential Residence Olivos, the San Isidro Cathedral and explore the Tigre Delta on a boat tour.

The tour leaves everyday at 9:00 hrs. Length varies between 4 – 6 hours depending on time for lunch.

Buenos Aires is one of the biggest cities in the world. But as soon as the city ends, you reach the grasslands of Argentina that cover a quarter of the country. The Pampas are home to the legends of Argentina, the gauchos and the estancias. This is where the Argentines feel at home, surrounded by extensive fields of produce, herds of cattle and ranch houses. This was where the frontier cowboys really lived.

The Jewish community is Buenos Aires is one of the biggest in the world, with Argentina accepting many Jewish refugees in the early 20th century. The history and heritage the Jewish community very much remains preserved. The tour is led by specialists who deliver a comprehensive and in depth insight into the community. You will visit the Jewish neighborhood of Once, the new AMIA building that was attacked in 1994, the outstanding Ashkenazi and Sephardic temples as well as the site where the Israel Embassy used to stand prior to the 1992 attack.

Note: For security reason it is necessary that we get passport numbers in advance. Also, we suggest donating at Synagogues for opening their doors (5 USD per person per institution).

*Tour last 3 hours and leaves every morning from Monday to Friday *Available from November 1st to March 31

We are able to offer you the choice of four different biking tours that will take your around the city of Buenos Aires, to estancias and to the Tigre river delta. Touring BA by bike is a great option as much of the city is flat and easy to get around. Only by bike can you get around the large neighborhoods quickly enough to see it all, offering a good alternative to the traditional bike tours.

All guided cycling tours include bike rental, helmet and refreshments including traditional Argentine mate for you to try. All you need to bring is comfortable clothing and a thirst to explore the unknown.

Find out about more of our recommended additional Buenos Aires tours.