Tango & Samba: Buenos Aires, Iguazu Waterfalls and Rio de Janeiro

Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina's capital, located on the southern shores of the Rio de la Plata. Since its founding by Pedro de Mendoza in 1536 the city has thrived on trade and its vibrant streets are filled with an eclectic mix of European architectural styles, with Spanish, French and Italian classicism rubbing shoulders with remnants of Victorian grandeur.

Upon arrival at Buenos Aires International Airport, you will be met by our representative and you will be transferred to your hotel.

Soak in the energy of the bustling and trendy "Paris of the Americas". If your flight arrives earlier in the day, you could explore this lively city by wandering the city streets, admiring the impressive architecture and relaxing parks, or enjoy the traditional Porteño pastime of people watching from the many sidewalk cafes.

We will visit the most representative places of the southern area of the city, such as Plaza de Mayo, an important evidence of the Argentinean history; the House of Government, known as the Pink House; the Cabildo, the Cathedral and many other buildings and palaces of special architectural, historical and cultural value.
Then we will see San Telmo neighbourhood, home of the XIX century Aristocracy, now with its stores of antiques dealing and its colonial style.
We will continue to visit La Boca, the Italian immigrant district, an explosion of colour at the river’s edge. We will Visit Caminito, a narrow street teeming with art galleries and “Tango spirit”, and we will see La Boca Stadium, known as La Bombonera.
After La Boca, we will visit Puerto Madero, the very recently recycled and newest area of the city.
Continue to Recoleta, one of most beautiful neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires - it's the city's heart of art and elegance, grace and modernism, culture and leisure. In this area you can find museums, galleries and cultural centres, surrounded by beautiful parks. We will stop at the Recoleta Cemetery and do a walking tour.
Many of the gravestones and vaults are works of art and 94 have been declared as National Historic Monuments. Between other important characters, we will see the final resting place of Eva Peron (“Evita”).

In the evening enjoy an authentic tango show in La Ventana, a classic venue located in San Telmo with an architectural style that creates the ideal setting for a unique Tango experience.
Delight your palate with an exquisite three course dinner Then it's time for the show.
The La Ventana Tango show features 32 artists on stage comprised of two tango orchestras, a collection of folk music, two tango singers and four pairs of professional dancers who will together create the most authentic tango experience in Buenos Aires. A very good option to know the traditions and folklore of Buenos Aires.

On this tour the passenger enjoy an authentic day in the countryside at an exclusive estancia in San Antonio de Areco.
At the beggining of the tour the group will travel to San Antonio de Areco and be able to enjoy a close up view of our pampas on the way and at the same time receive a complete explanation from one of our specialized guides.

On arrival at San Antonio de Areco the group will take a tour of the village, which includes a walk around the historical heart of the city. Following that the group will make their way to the exclusive ‘El Ombu de Areco’ Estancia.

Once at the estancia the passengers can take rides on the horses or go for a ride in a sulky whilst enjoying a buffet with traditional cold cuts, cheeses and beverages. At lunchtime the group will enjoy a typical country style barbeque prepared using only the finest quality meats. Dessert is accompanied by a folklore show, which is followed by a demonstration of gaucho skills.

Following breakfast at your hotel in Buenos Aires this morning, you'll be transferred to the airport in good time to board your domestic flight to Foz do Iguacu.

On the same day you will take a tour of the falls on the Argentinian side. Over 275 waterfalls plunge into the depths over an extension of 2.7 km. Together with our English-speaking guide, we take a small train to the best viewpoint of the waterfalls, the “Garganta del Diablo”. 80 m, the thundering masses of water plunge into the depths directly at the edge in front of us. As the name suggests, this is the highest part of the Iguazu Falls: a gigantic water spectacle, the roar, the spray and the power of this natural spectacle will leave a lasting impression on us. Various viewpoints along the footbridges offer varied perspectives.

Breakfast at the Hotel. After breakfast be dazzled by one of the great wonders of the world, Iguazu Falls, home to more than 270 breathtaking waterfalls. After passing through the visitors’ center, continue your tour to the magnificent Iguazu Falls. Take a 1-kilometer walk and marvel at the surrounding beauty. This walk offers you an amazing panoramic view of the falls and an up-close view of the Devil’s Throat Waterfall.

Your tour ends at the top of Iguazu Falls, which can be accessed by stairs or the Panoramic Elevator. Then, follow the catwalk to the Porto Canoas Space, where you can see the Iguazu River. After the end of your tour, your van will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

Afterwards visit the bird park of Foz do Iguazu with more than 150 different species. In huge aviaries you have the opportunity to experience and observe macaws, parrots, toucans etc. up close. Aves Parque is an internationally recognized center for the recreation and protection of birds among the lush Atlantic rainforest.

At the end of the tour transfer to the airport and flight to Rio.

After spending the first night in Rio, you can look forward to the most beautiful moments in the metropolis!

After a delicious breakfast you will be picked up from the hotel and start the day on an exciting day. You will first be taken to the top of Mount Corcovado for breathtaking views of the city center. Corcovado is home to the famous statue of Christ that surrounds the city. It is 38 meters high and represents the faith and goodness of Carioca, the people of Rios.

There is a stop to visit the Maracana (outside only) and the opportunity to learn a little about the history of the last phase of the football World Cup in 1950 and 2014.

During this half day tour, you will also see the Selaron Stairs, Sambadrome and the Cathedral.

The afternoon is at your disposal.

Today you can look forward to a trip to the famous Sugar Loaf and the old town of Rio. After breakfast you will be picked up by your guide and start another exciting day in Brazil's mega-metropolis. Two cable cars take you from the Urca district via the Morro de Urca to the Morro de Pão de Açúcar, the Sugar Loaf. This granite block, which is now a symbol of Rio, was called "pau-nh-acuga" by the natives, which means high, pointed mountain. This became "Pão de Açúcar" in Portuguese, meaning Sugarloaf. The 360 ​​° panoramic view from the top of the Sugar Loaf at an altitude of 395 m above sea level is breathtaking. You can look out over the golden beaches, the green rainforest, and a thriving city.

After a guided tour of the Santa Teresa district. Located in the heart of the city, with its natural and architectural landmarks, its Belvedere, cultural centers, studios, galleries, restaurants, bars, hotels and hotels - and even Carnival blocks - enliven more and more visitors and tourists in the neighborhood, especially those who are looking for another alternative for leisure, with a touch of that calm of the past, in the heart of the central metropolis.

In Ancient Rio, visit sites like the France Brazil House, Arcos da Lapa, Teles Arches and Praça XV. and make a stop at Confeitaria Colombo for a cup of coffee.

The afternoon is at your disposal.

Sadly, your adventure through Brazil must come to an end today. However, you will be leaving with new and unforgettable memories and experiences! After checking out of the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport in good time to board your departure flight.

We hope you had a truly amazing trip and we wish you safe and pleasant travels onward!