Compare Brazil & Argentina Escape by Globus vs Discovering the East in 9 days - Iguassu Falls & Ibera Wetlands by Qwerty Travel Argentina
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Duration | 9 days | 9 days |
Price From | $ 1,719 | $ 3,679 |
Price Per Day | $ 191 | $ 409 |
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Trip Style | Group tour | Private guided tour |
Lodging Level | Standard | Luxury |
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Breakfast, 2 Lunches & 3 Dinners |
Description | Leave real life behind in Rio where the samba plays, and days turn into Tango nights with an escape to Brazil and Argentina. From the streets of Carnival to the outstretched arms of Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado Mountain, the sights and delights of Rio de Janeiro never fail to ignite a passion for life. Walk along Brazil’s bustling city and breathtaking beaches and chase waterfalls beside the thunderous Iguassu Falls—where Argentina and Brazil combine to create some of the world’s largest waterfalls. Ride the rails on a jungle train through the rainforest before flying to Buenos Aires. See the stunning sights, including the tomb of Eva Perón—beloved champion of Argentina’s working class. History turns to Tango with an Argentine steak dinner and performance of the passionate dance. |
Discover the north region of Argentina, being in contact with nature and walk-in in one of the regions most unspoilt of Argentina. Visit "The Esteros del Iberá", where wildlife live in its fullness and enjoy activities outdoors and be in touch with the Gaucho life. We will combine this destination with the Iguassu falls, to admire this beautiful natural ecosystem in the world. |
Day 1: ARRIVE IN RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro! Meet your Tour Director and fellow traveling companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (Dinner)
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Day 2: RIO DE JANEIRO
Reaching New HeightsYour guided sightseeing includes a scenic cog-railway ride to Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain, a rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay below. From the top, a breathtaking 360-degree panorama affords sweeping views. From here, proceed to bustling downtown Rio and visit the Cathedral and see the Sambódromo (Carnival parade location). Tonight, a fun dinner outing awaits at a Brazilian Churrascaria (traditional Portuguese BBQ). (Breakfast,Dinner)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTLOCAL TASTES Enjoy dinner at a Brazilian Churrascaria in the style of Brazilian barbecue which dates back to the 1700s and was a common cooking style used by the gauchos (cowboys) in the countryside called churrasco, a term for barbeque. Today, you can sample many different cuts of meats and side dishes typical of Brazil. It’s all you can eat so be prepared with an elastic waistband and turn your card from green to red when you are stuffed!
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Day 3: RIO DE JANEIRO
Roaming in RioToday is free to explore Rio on your own. (Breakfast)
FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE in Rio de Janeiro with an excursion to Petropolis, (former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II). This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
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Day 4: RIO DE JANEIRO–IGUASSU FALLS
What a Rush!Fly to Iguassu Falls and experience the clouds of spray, the incessant roar, and the surrounding luxuriant tropical growth that make this an unforgettable natural wonder. Head into Brazil’s Iguassu National Park to explore the magnificent panorama of waterfalls from the Brazilian side. Your Local Guide introduces the spectacle of this 2-mile-wide torrent with some cataracts as high as 250 feet, which is nothing short of hypnotic. (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Explore Iguassu National Park (Brazilian side) and walk the pathways skirting the Falls and be on the lookout for the locals who call this protected area home like toucans, agoutis, giant otters, anteaters, tapir, and even jaguars!
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Day 5: IGUASSU FALLS
Taking the Plunge Today, journey across the Brazilian border by motorcoach to the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls, where you will take the Ecological Jungle Train into the rainforest and enjoy a closer perspective on a guided walking tour of the falls. Return to the hotel, where the remainder of the day is at your leisure (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Discover more thrilling sights of Iguassu National Park (Argentinean side). Meander along the walkways from atop the falls and enjoy an exhilarating perspective looking over the precipice of the falls as the water plunges to the rocks below. You will also have the chance to walk through the rainforest on the lower falls trails that will bring you up close to some of the smaller cataracts.
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Day 6: IGUASSU FALLS–BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
The Boulevards of Buenos Aires This morning, cross the Brazilian border into Argentina by motorcoach to transfer to the Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. After arriving, acquaint yourself with the “Paris of South America” and its wide boulevards and outdoor cafés. (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTCITY SIGHTS Elegant European architecture, epicurean cuisine, and a café culture to rival any rue de Paris, Buenos Aires is a city of leisurely afternoons sipping café con leche or the choicest Argentinian wines.
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Day 7: BUENOS AIRES
Dining, Dancing & DazzlingYour sightseeing starts in La Boca, a vibrant district and site of the city’s first port. Take a short walking tour of this unique enclave and then on to San Telmo, famous for its late-colonial buildings and a popular gathering spot for artists. At Plaza de Mayo, see La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House) and the Metropolitan Cathedral, housing San Martin’s Mausoleum. Drive past the ornate Teatro Colón opera house before reaching Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Perón. After an afternoon at leisure, top off the evening at a famous Tango club including dinner of Argentine steaks and other local specialties, followed by a show featuring flawless performances of Latin America’s most sensuous dance—the Tango! (Breakfast,Dinner)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEMS No trip to Buenos Aires would be complete without attending an authentic Tango show! Originating in the poorer streets of Buenos Aires in the 18th Century, the Tango quickly gained popularity worldwide. During your Tango show, see how the Tango dance has evolved throughout the years.
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Day 8: BUENOS AIRES
Argentine Adventures Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Buenos Aires. (Breakfast)
FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE of the timeless traditions of Argentina with an optional excursion to the pampas (grasslands). Experience the atmosphere of Argentine country life as you visit an estancia (ranch). Get acquainted with the lifestyle of the gauchos and enjoy a barbecue lunch and the warm hospitality of your hosts before returning to the city. This and more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
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Day 9: BUENOS AIRES
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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Day 1: Buenos Aires
Arrival at the airport and transfer to the Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure
Day 2: Buenos Aires – City tour
During the morning visit the city of Buenos Aires. This tour gives you the emotion of a multiple Buenos Aires. We will see the symbol of our city: the obelisk. We will visit different squares such as Plaza de Mayo, Plaza San Martín, PlazaCongreso. Avenues like Corrientes, Mayo, 9 de Julio, among others. Historical neighbourhoods: La Boca, San Telmo, Montserrat. Elegant neighborhoods such as Palermo and Recoleta, and the most modern: Puerto Madero. Parks such as Lezama and Tres de Febrero. We will also visit financial and commercial areas and a Football Stadium.
Day 3: Buenos Aires – Ibera Marshland (Puerto Valle)
Transfer to the domestic airport in Buenos Aires. Flight to Posadas. Arrival and private transfer to the hotel in Esteros del Ibera – Puerto Valle Lodge. In the afternoon, introductory talk about Ibera Marshland and guided walk through the Estancia – Lodge.
Day 4: Puerto Valle – Ibera Marshland
Laguna Valle Expedition. An exclusive expedition on 4x4 vehicles across fields, plantations and marshes. The excursión departs from the pier on a motorboat, navigating the attactive waterways towards Laguna Valle. There are plenty of opportunities to watch caiman, capibara, marsh deer and innumerable bird species on a stopover at our vantage point.
Day 5: Ibera Marshland – More experiences
Today you can do horseback riding, and take a Kayak adventure of the quiet river waters
Day 6: Ibera Marshlands - Iguassu
Private Transfer to your hotel in Iguassu Falls.
Day 7: Iguassu – Brazilian Falls
Today you will visit the spectacular Iguassu Falls in Brazil. Departure from the hotel toward the Foz do Iguassu National Park. The area of visit is constituted by a single circuit of walkways, 950 meters long, which is located on the cliffs of the Iguassu River, offering a panoramic view really impressive of all the falls. The route has its zenith when you get to the Mirador de La Gargantadel Diablo, where the noise of the fall of the water shakes the visitor
Day 8: Iguassu Falls: Argentine side
One of the most amazing tours in the whole world, penetrating the geological formation of the Falls and perceiving from different points of view, the magnificence of more than 200 waterfalls running constantly for millions of years. An excellent tour for those passengers willing to experience an intimate contact with Nature and life.
The tour starts early in the morning with a long walk, observing the incredible landscapes and the vast typical fauna and flora of the region, including birds, butterflies, mammals, flowers and plants that gives the surrounding natural environment, an incredible touch of life in an exceptional experience.
The main objective of this tour is to take full advantage of our time in the wild, experiencing the characteristic natural sounds, images, colours and aromas of the jungle.
Day 9: Iguassu – Buenos Aires
Transfer to the airport of Iguazu. Flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and conexion with your international flight.