Three amazing destinations in South America: Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro and Santaigo de Chile - RipioTurismo DMC for South America

1055 - Three Big Cities of South America

9 nights visiting Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires & Santiago de Chile!
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Three amazing cities in South America: Rio, Buenos Aires & Santiago!

Enjoy this incredible 9-night program, focused in three capital cities of South America: Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile. Please note, the tour also can run in reverse if you want, starting in Santiago and ending in Buenos Aires. In Rio de Janeiro, you will enjoy an incredible city located on the shores of Guanabara Bay. Visit the unique Corcovado Mount with the Christ the Redeemer on top, declared recently as one of the new 7 wonders of the world! Take the cable car to the top of the Sugar Loaf and take hundred of photos of the bay and surrounding area. You will see famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, Barra de Tijuca, the Sambodromo, the Maracana Stadium and more. In Buenos Aires, you will discover all the magic of Tango, taste exquisite gastronomy, like the Asado, the Mate, the Empanadas, the Malbec Wine and more! The argentinian meat is one of the best in the world, so a stop in Puerto Madero, a new dockside and renovated area full of restaurants and “parrillas” is a great option. Finally, we will visit Santiago, the modern capital city of Chile is the commercial and financial heart of the country. From there, we will visit Viña del  Mar and Valparaiso, and take a trip to the wine valley of Colchagua.

You also can add an extension to Uruguay and add Montevideo to this visit, and enjoy four capital cities including now the Uruguay`s capital city!

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Day 1

RIO DE JANEIRO

Arrive at Rio de Janeiro airport and transfer to your hotel. Founded in 1565, Rio de Janeiro is one of South America’s most captivating cities. With its warm people, vibrant culture, stunning beaches, and breathtaking landscapes, Rio is a must-see destination. After checking in at the hotel, you’ll have free time to rest. If you’re an early arrival and eager to explore, consider choosing from the list of activities available below.

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Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Day 2

RIO DE JANEIRO: City Tour with Sugar Loaf

After breakfast, we’ll begin our first exploration of the Cidade Maravilhosa, or “Wonderful City” in Portuguese. Our tour starts with panoramic views of the beaches, followed by a visit to the Metropolitan Cathedral for some great photo opportunities and a bit of city history. Next, we’ll take the cable car to the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain. Be prepared to capture stunning panoramic views of Guanabara Bay, the surrounding beaches, Niteroi, and the Santa Cruz Fortress. After spending about 45 minutes on the hill, we’ll continue our tour, crossing the Santa Barbara Tunnel to see downtown Rio and then heading to the Sambodromo, the famous venue for Rio’s Carnival, the city’s biggest annual event.

Return to the hotel and enjoy free time for lunch. Since it’s a half-day excursion, you can choose from the activities listed below to enjoy the rest of your afternoon and evening in Rio de Janeiro.

 

 

Day 3

RIO DE JANEIRO: Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer

After breakfast, we’ll embark on our second tour of Rio de Janeiro, featuring the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue, recently named one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Located atop Corcovado Mountain, known for its distinctive shape, this statue was completed in 1926 and was a significant engineering feat. It remains a top attraction, drawing over 300,000 visitors each year. From the summit, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of downtown Rio and the southern area, perfect for memorable photos.

Following our visit to the statue, we’ll explore Tijuca Forest, a natural boundary that divides the city. This park boasts over 3,000 plant species, hundreds of bird varieties, and remarkable biodiversity. Without the forest, the city’s temperature might rise by approximately two degrees Celsius. The tour includes Corcovado Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Tijuca Forest, the Chinese View, Taunay’s Waterfalls, and the Visitor Center.

Return to the hotel and enjoy free time for lunch. As this is another half-day trip, you can relax on the beach or consider adding some of our optional tours for a delightful afternoon and evening with interesting dinners and shows.

 

Day 4

RIO DE JANEIRO: Good bye cidade maravilhosa!

After breakfast, enjoy some free time until your transfer to the airport. If your flight is scheduled for the afternoon or evening, you can choose from the optional activities listed below to make the most of your last day in Rio.

Goodbye, Rio de Janeiro!

BUENOS AIRES: Arrival to the capital city

Welcome to Buenos Aires, the vibrant capital city of Argentina and one of South America’s most significant cities! Upon arriving at Ministro Pistarini International Airport, also known as Ezeiza, you’ll be ready to dive into the European charm of its architecture, rich history, lively tango scene, fantastic cuisine, and the warmth of the local people, affectionately called “Porteños.” You’ll spend 3 nights in this captivating city, with the first day set aside for relaxation. However, if you’re eager to start exploring right away, check out our optional tours listed below. We offer a range of activities suited to all types of travelers.

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La Boca, Buenos Aires

Day 5

BUENOS AIRES: City Tour & Dinner Tango Show

After breakfast, embark on a 4-hour city tour to experience the best of Buenos Aires. Known for its European influence, the city’s architecture reflects its rich past when Argentina was one of the world’s leading nations.

The tour includes stops at several iconic areas:

  • La Boca: Famous for Caminito and the Boca Juniors Stadium, known as “La Bombonera.”
  • San Telmo: A traditional area where you can visit the famous San Telmo Fair on Sundays, showcasing intriguing antiques.
  • Plaza de Mayo: Home to the Government House “Casa Rosada,” the Cabildo, the Cathedral, and rich historical sites.
  • Obelisk and 9 de Julio Avenue: Major landmarks in the city.
  • Colon Theatre: One of the world’s most prestigious opera houses. You can opt for a guided tour, but be sure to purchase tickets in advance. Contact us for more details.

The tour will also take you through the neighborhoods of Recoleta, Palermo, and Puerto Madero—a revitalized dockside area known for its excellent gastronomy. Here, you can end your tour with a delightful lunch and savor local cuisine.

After the tour, enjoy the city at your leisure. Consider visiting the Colon Theatre with a Walking Tour or taking an excursion to the Tigre Delta. In the evening, optional activities include an exciting Tango Show or a Buenos Aires by Night tour before returning to your hotel to rest for the next day’s adventures. Check out our options below.

Day 6

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

Following breakfast, we’ll head to the Pampas for a visit to a traditional estancia (farm). This classic excursion, often referred to as “Fiesta Gaucha,” offers a taste of local traditions. Enjoy a memorable “Asado Criollo” (barbecue), horse riding, and a traditional folklore show. After an included lunch, watch a gaucho demonstration with horse activities known as Carreras de Sortijas.

We’ll return to the hotel around 5 PM, giving you some free time to relax or explore optional activities listed below.

In the evening, you have more free time to choose from our available activities. Check out the options below.

Day 7

BUENOS AIRES: Good bye to the big city

After breakfast, enjoy some free time until your transfer to the local airport for your flight or to the pier for your next destination. For more details on optional excursions, see the list below.

SANTIAGO DE CHILE: Arrival to the capital city

Arrival to Santiago Merino Airport, in Santiago de Chile. The Chilean capital has become a good choice for international business travelers, developing a reputation as a calm and clean city with a good quality of life. Its one of the most important and populated cities in South America. Most government activities take place in Santiago’s downtown area, which is home to La Moneda (the presidential palace), Plaza de Armas, and the Judicial and Executive Branches. There are also many museums and shopping malls.Districts such as Providencia, Bellavista, Las Condes, and Vitacura offer a dazzling array of businesses, shops, and restaurants as well as a bustling nightlife.

Chile's Flag

Santiago is also located near many attractions such as the beach house of poet Pablo Neruda, Isla Negra, ski resorts located around 60 km from the city, spots in the Andean foothills like Cajón del Maipo, the port of Valparaíso, which is about an hour from Santiago, and Viña del Mar and other summer resorts on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Options for enjoying the mountains and sea are always right at your fingertips in Santiago. After arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Free time for to rest, or may be if youre interested, you can book any of the optional activities below

 

 

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Day 8

SANTIAGO DE CHILE: Enjoying the best of the capital city

After breakfast, in the morning, our guide will be waiting for us for our first visit. We will enjoy a city tour to discover one of the most modern capitals of South America.
Santiago is a cosmopolitan and vibrant capital that perfectly combines tradition and modernity. The tour will allow you to know the origins of the city and emblematic places like the Cathedral, the Post Office, the Plaza de Armas, and the famous Palacio de la Moneda, the house of the Chilean government. You will discover the traditional neighborhoods of the historic center. We visit Santa Lucía hill, called Huelén by the natives, a real urban oasis in the heart of the center. Learn more about the history of Chile and enjoy privileged views of the capital and the mountains surrounding the city. The second part of the tour will take you to the east, to see the financial area of Santiago, and watch modern buildings. Duration is around 4 hours. Return to the hotel and free time.
Please note, there are many optional activities available for the afternoon. Check options below

Day 9

SANTIAGO DE CHILE: Visiting Viña del Mar and Valparaiso

After breakfast, our guide will be waiting for you to start our visit to Viña del Mar and Valparaiso, in the direction to Chiles coast. We drive through the country's main wine-producing areas, so we can admire the vineyard-covered landscapes along the way which is fascinating. We will stop to take some great photos of this important area. Again in the route we will continue to the coastal road known as the Camino de la Pólvora, arriving at Valparaíso, considered the cultural capital of Chile and full of colors and unique views of the pier and the city over the hill. We will visit the Muelle Prat, a historic dock filled with dozens of colorful boats.

From Plaza Sotomayor, the main gateway to Valparaíso from the sea, you'll immerse yourself in the old quarter, declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Place.
We will visit the House-Museum of Pablo Neruda, called as La Sebastiana. You’ll then reach Paseo 21 de Mayo, a natural viewpoint at the bottom of the Artillería Hill, where you’ll be able to take in a panoramic view of Valparaíso’s view from the blue sea to the city and the surrounding mountains. Our next step is the visit to the city of Viña del Mar, whose name in Spanish means “Vineyard of the Sea”. The coastal town is also often called the Garden City, and you’ll soon see why when you visit sights such as the iconic Flower Clock on the side of Castle Hill. Free time for lunch and then, some free time to enjoy the beach, after return to your hotel in Santiago de Chile.

 

 

 

Day 10

SANTIAGO: Good bye Santiago!

After breakfast, free time to enjoy the city until your transfer to the airport. If you leave the city in the afternoon or evening, you can choose any of our optional activities you can see below.
Goodbye Santiago!

 

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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SAO PAULO EXTENSION PROGRAM

Add an extension to visit Sao Paulo, one of the most populated and modern cities in Brazil and South America:

DAY 1 – Arrival to Sao Paulo
DAY 2 – Half day city tour visiting this modern city
DAY 3 – Choose from variety of cultural or adventure activitites
DAY 4 – Good bye Sao Paulo!

It`s just a suggested program, we can organize a 2-night program if you want.

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MONTEVIDEO & PUNTA DEL ESTE!

Enjoy a 3-night extension program to visit Montevideo capital city and the elegance of Punta del Este

DAY 1 – Arrival to Montevideo!
DAY 2 – Half day city tour visiting the capital city
DAY 3 – Full day visit to Punta del Este!
DAY 4 – Good bye Uruguay

This is a suggested program, we can make any change you need.

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