1030 - Rio, Iguazu, Buenos Aires & the best of Uruguay

12-nights visiting Rio, Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires, Colonia, Montevideo and Punta del Este
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Rio, Iguazu, Buenos Aires, Colonia, Montevideo & Punta del Este!

A great 12-night tour to visit Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu falls, Buenos Aires and the best of Uruguay, including Colonia de Sacramento, Montevideo and Punta del Este. The tour starts in Rio de Janeiro, the famous “Cidade Maravilhosa” or the Wonderful City! Rio will be waiting for you with all the magic of the Carnival, Football, warm of the people and great local gastronomy. Visit the Corcovado and the Christ the Redeemer on top, the unique Sugar Loaf, Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches, the Sambodromo, the Maracana Stadium and more. Then, we will visit Iguazu Falls, a unique place on earth declared recently as one of the new 7-wonders of nature and UNESCO World Heritage. It`s an amazing place! Then, we will arrive to Buenos Aires, the most european city in South America, with great local gastronomy, the magic of Tango and interesting places to discover like Caminito in La Boca, Recoleta Cementery, Colon Theatre and more! Then, we will cross the Rio de la Plata, to visit three amaginz destinations in Uruguay. First, we will arrive to Colonia, to enjoy this incredible small village declared UNESCO world heritage. We will walk this incredible streets and learn more about the history. We will visit Montevideo, the capital city of Uruguay, to taste local “chivito”, the Mate and enjoy the old city or downtown. Finally, we will visit Punta del Este, one of the most important beaches in South America.

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Itinerary

Day 1

RIO DE JANEIRO

Arrive at Rio de Janeiro airport and transfer to your hotel. Rio de Janeiro was founded in 1565 and it´s one of the most incredible cities you can visit in South America. The warmth of its people, the colorful culture, the incredible beaches, and the landscapes, makes Rio a must-see on your trip to South America. After arrival at the hotel, free time to rest. If you are an active person and arrived early, you can choose any of the following activities available. Take a look at the list below

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Day 2

RIO DE JANEIRO: City Tour with Sugar Loaf

After breakfast, and in the morning, we will start our first visit to the incredible Cidade Maravilhosa, in Portuguese Wonderful City. Tour starts with unique panoramic views of the beaches. One of the first stops is the Metropolitan Cathedral, where we will stop for some good photos and learn a bit more about the history of the city. Then, we will go directly to take the cable car to enjoy the Sugar Loaf, an icon of the city. Be ready with your camera to take unique panoramic landscapes of Guanabara Bay and surrounding beaches. You also can see Niteroi and Santa Cruz Fortress from there, and the local beaches of Botafogo and Flamengo. After enjoying the hill for about 45 minutes, we will continue with our trip. We will cross the Santa Barbara tunnel, to see downtown Rio and then go directly to the Sambodromo, a special place that holds the Carnival, the most important event in Rio every year.

Return to our hotel and free time for lunch. It´s a half-day excursion, so you can choose any of the activities listed below to enjoy the afternoon and evening in Rio de Janeiro.

Day 3

RIO DE JANEIRO: Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer

After breakfast, we will start our second visit to Rio de Janeiro. The main attraction is the incredible Christ the Redeemer Statue, declared recently as one of the new seven wonders of the world. It´s located at the top of the Corcovado mountain, which was named for its shape, due to its narrow summit. The statue of Christ the Redeemer was built in 1926 and was a really big challenge for the engineers. It is the most popular attraction of Corcovado mountain and one of the must-sees in Rio de Janeiro. Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer bring over 300,000 visitors every year. From the peak’s platform, the panoramic view includes downtown Rio, as well as the south area. Be ready to take excellent photos from there

After visiting the statue, we will continue our tour to visit Tijuca Forest. It is a natural boundary that splits the city in two. The park has over 3000 species of plants, and hundreds of bird types, and great biodiversity. Without the park, the city temperature would probably increase around two degrees celsius. In general, the tour includes a visit to Corcovado mountain, the statue of Christ the Redeemer, the Tijuca Forest, the Chinese View, the Taunay`s Waterfalls, and the Visitor Center.

Return to your hotel and free time for lunch. Again, it´s a half-day trip so you can enjoy the beach on your own, or maybe add some of our optional tours and enjoy Rio de Janeiro during the afternoon and also in the evening with some interesting dinners and shows.

Day 4

RIO DE JANEIRO: Good bye cidade maravilhosa!

After breakfast, free time until your transfer to the airport. If your flight leaves in the afternoon or also in the evening, you can add some interesting optional activities from the list below.

Goodbye Rio de Janeiro!

IGUAZU FALLS: Arrival to Iguazu & check in

Arrival to Iguazu (Puerto Iguazu or Foz do Iguaçu, depending your flight). It`s the gate to visit one of the most incredible shows of nature in South America and the world! Yes, Iguazu Falls was recently declared as one of the new 7-wonders of nature and it`s a UNESCO World Heritage. And of course, a must-see when you visit Argentina or Brazil.
After arrival, we will transfer you to the hotel for check in and rest. Free time to enjoy the pool, or walk the city at your own.

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Day 5

IGUAZU FALLS: The Argentinian Side. Enjoying the falls

After breakfast, we will start one of the best excursions you can do in Argentina. Iguazu Falls is a unique place in the world, with all the magic of nature.  The guide will transfer to to the Parque Nacional Iguazu, located in the argentinian side. The park is amazing, and offers up to 8 kilometers of trails to enjoy the falls, basically in three different circuits called Upper Circuit, Lower Circuit and the Trail to the incredible Devil`s Throat with the Ecological Train of the Jungle. The Devil`s Throat is a set of 80 meters high waterfalls that flow into a narrow gorge, which concentrates the largest flow of the Iguazú Falls, being in turn these waterfalls the largest flow in the world. The show is unique and amazing!
There are many optional activities you can choose. Take a look to some of them below. 

After visiting the park, return to the hotel

Day 6

IGUAZU FALLS: The Brazilian Side, a unique panoramic view of the falls

After breakfast, we will start our visit to the brazilian side of the falls. The park is called Parque Nacional do Iguaçu and the visit is basically a bus ride to enjoy the jungle, and finally a wonderful panoramic view of the falls, along the 1500 mts trail and the elevator. The landscape is unique, so be ready with your camera to take hundred of unforgettable photos!
It`s a half day tour that can be combined with any of the optional activities like the Parque Das Aves (Bird`s Park), or the visit to Itaipu Dam. And you also can add some adventure activities during your visit. Check optionals below.

Day 7

IGUAZU FALLS: Good bye to the falls

After breakfast, free time until transfer to local aiprort to take flight to your next destination.

BUENOS AIRES: Arrival to the capital city

Welcome to Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina and one of the most important cities in South America. After arriving at the International Airport, called Ministro Pistarini and known by the name of Ezeiza, you will be ready to enjoy the European style in the architecture, history, the unique experience of tango, great gastronomy, and the warmth of the local people called “Porteños”. You will stay 3 nights in this unique city and the first day is free to rest. But, if you`re an active person, interested in make some great activities just after arrival, take a look at our optional tours before continue reading. We have many options to offer for any kind of traveler, check details in the following list:

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Day 8

BUENOS AIRES: City Tour & Dinner Tango Show

After breakfast, we will start a 4-hour city tour visiting the best of Buenos Aires. As we told you, Buenos Aires is one of the most european cities in South America, to be honest… the most. And it`s because the european influence in the architecture of the beginnings of the past century, when Argentina was the sixth country in the world…

Our tour includes different areas in the city. We will enjoy La Boca, one of the most famous places, that includes Caminito and Boca Juniors Stadium called “La Bombonera”. Of course, we will visit San Telmo, another traditional place in Buenos Aires. Please note, on sundays the famous San Telmo fair will be opened where you can find many interesting antiques.

Our tour also includes the visit to the traditional Plaza de Mayo, with the Government House called “Casa Rosada”, the Cabildo, the Cathedral, and all the history around this emblematic square. We will see the Obelisk and 9 de Julio Avenue. Then, Colon Theatre, one of the most important opera houses in the world. You can take a guided visit if you want, but it`s important to buy tickets in advance. Check with us about this optional activity with more details.

This tour will allow us to get to know other areas of the city, like neighborhoods of Recoleta, Palermo and Puerto Madero, a renovated dockside area with a rich gastronomy offer, where you can finalize your tour and enjoy a great lunch and taste the local gastronomy.

After this tour, you`re free to enjoy the city at your own. There are many activities to do, like the visit to Colon Theatre with Walking Tour, or the excursion to Tigre Delta.

In the evening, you can enjoy some optional tours, like an amazing Tango Show, or a Buenos Aires by night activity before return to your hotel and rest for our next trip tomorrow. Check our options below.

Day 9

BUENOS AIRES: Enjoying the countryside. Visit to an estancia in the Pampas

After breakfast, we will start our tour to the Pampas, to visit one of the traditional estancias or farms. It`s one of the classic visits you can enjoy during your stay in Buenos Aires. usually called “Fiesta Gaucha” and where we will make activities associated with the local traditions, like the typical “Asado Criollo”, an unforgettable horse riding, and the traditional folklore show. After lunch which is included of course, we will enjoy some gaucho demonstration with horses, in activities called Carreras de Sortijas.

Return to the hotel is around 5 pm, and you have some free time for rest, or may be enjoy some of our optional activities available below. We`re ready to help you

Again, evening is free to choose any of our available activitites. Check below

Day 10

BUENOS AIRES: Good bye to the big city

After breakfast, free time until transfer to the local airport to take flight or to pier to take boat to our next destination.

See optional excursions available and details in the list below

COLONIA DE SACRAMENTO: Arrival to the history

After arrival to Colonia, may be via ferryboat from Buenos Aires, transfer to your hotel for check in, and then we will start the visit to one of the most incredibles places in Uruguay. Colonia de Sacramento was founded by the Portuguese, and was disputed for a century. In 1995 it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, so its old town was restored to delight visitors. Colonia offers unique cobbled streets, peace, museums, history… It`s a lovely place to enjoy excellent gastronomy too.
In our city tour, we will visit the historic district with its Citadel gate, the famous Calle de Los Suspiros, the lighthouse, the church known as “Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento” and the old bullring. After that, free time to enjoy the city at your own and overnight.

Day 11

MONTEVIDEO: The Capital City

After breakfast, transfer to bus station to take bus to Montevideo, capital city of Uruguay. It is a beautiful paceful city that faces the Rio de la Plata. Montevideo offers landscaped neighbourhoods, rich architectural heritage, and beautiful seafront known as “La Rambla” make this city one of the most beautiful and visited in South America. After arrival, transfer to your hotel and then, we will start our city tour to visit the most important areas of Montevideo: Independence Square, the Old City, El Prado Neighbourhood and the Parliament House, Tres Cruces and the Battle Park, and the Rambla to take some great photos. After that, free time. We suggest to enjoy a local “Chivito”, and taste the local food which is fantastic. Overnight.

Day 12

MONTEVIDEO: Visiting the unique Punta del Este

After breakfast, we will start a full day visit to one of the most famous beaches in South America. We will visit Punta del Este, the most important seaside village in South America.
Punta del Este has spectacular beaches, urban wealth, non-stop entertainment and all the luxury, and glamour of the world jet-set. We also will visit Piriápolis, including an ascent to Cerro San Antonio, Punta Ballena visiting Casapueblo, Brava and Mansa beaches, the main neighborhoods like Hollywood, Maldonado and the downtown. And of course free time to enjoy the beach and take photos of the famous hand in the sand. Return to Montevideo for overnight.

Day 13

MONTEVIDEO: Good bye Uruguay!

After breakfast, free time until your transfer to airport or ferry station. If you have time enough, you can choose any of the optional activities available.

Good bye  Uruguay!

End of our services. We can personalize your program, by adding or deleting nights, add new destinations, or make any necessary change. Just let us know. Optional activities you can see below each day, are just suggested options. You can add any of these activities to your quotation, or ask for any other available in each destination.

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