Day 1 : Buenos Aires
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Arrival Transfer
Buenos Aires 0h45m - 1h 32km
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Welcome Meeting
Buenos Aires 0h30m - 1h
The adventure begins tonight. Feel free to explore before your welcome meeting, but make sure you’re back in time to meet the group. Check for the meeting time on the welcome note at the hotel. After introductions, your Expedition Leader will review the details of your tour. Please note that normal check-in times apply at our start hotels, but you can usually store your luggage for the day if you arrive early.
Day 2 : Buenos Aires
Set out on a guided tour of Buenos Aires. Drive past the gilded facade of Teatro Colón and the soaring Obelisk toward Plaza de Mayo, stopping briefly at the Casa Rosada and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Continue to colourful La Boca, stroll along the brightly painted Caminito street museum before meeting your guides from the Isla Maciel community, a G Adventures-supported project. Cross the 1914 Avellaneda Bridge over the Riachuelo River into the Isla Maciel neighbourhood, taking in vivid murals and social history up close before heading back over the water. Enjoy lunch together, then spend the rest of the afternoon and evening at leisure.
Free time:
Buenos Aires Afternoon
Enjoy the afternoon at leisure, relax or choose from a variety of recommended activities.
Buenos Aires City Tour & Isla Maciel Cultural Experience
Buenos Aires 3h - 4h
Led by local community guides from Isla Maciel, guests will embark on a specialized walking tour through the neighborhood’s historic streets before crossing the Riachuelo river Avellaneda Bridge, situated alongside the historic transporter bridge, a heritage landmark built in 1914. On the other side, a guided walk through Isla Maciel offers an intimate look at local mural art and social history. This experience provides a unique perspective on the city’s dual identity, concluding with a return crossing over the river after a day of profound cultural discovery.
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Lunch
Day 3 : Buenos Aires/Foz do Iguaçu
Board a morning flight to Puerto Iguazú, trading city streets for lush subtropical green. Crossing into Brazil, step onto the trails on the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls, where expansive footpaths reveal breath-taking panoramic views of hundreds of waterfalls cascading through the jungle mist. Feel the cool spray on your face as you take in the sheer scale of the landscape. Spend a free afternoon to settle into your surroundings, then gather tonight for a dinner featuring delicious local flavours.
Private Vehicle
Buenos Aires 1h 40km
Transfer from your hotel to the airport to catch a flight to Puerto Iguazú
Plane
Buenos Aires - Puerto Iguazú 1h30m 1640km
Fly north from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires to the tri-border area with Paraguay and Brazil.
Private Vehicle
Puerto Iguazú - Foz do Iguaçu 1h - 1h30m
Cross the border from Argentina into Brazil, en route to the mighty Iguassu Falls.
Iguassu Falls (Brazil Side) Guided Tour
Foz do Iguaçu 2h30m - 3h30m
Visit the Brazil side of the falls to get a panoramic view of Iguaçu, one of the world's largest and most impressive waterfalls. In total, there are over 275 individual falls spread out over 3km (2 mi). Find the best spot to take jaw-dropping photos of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Free time:
Foz do Iguaçu Afternoon
Enjoy the afternoon at leisure, relax or explore the area near the hotel.
Dinner at a Churrascaría
Foz do Iguaçu 2h
Experience an authentic taste of Brazil at a traditional churrascaría where servers carve a wide variety of premium grilled meats directly at your table.
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Dinner
Day 4 : Foz do Iguaçu
This morning, cross the border back into Argentina, and spend the entire day exploring the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls. Board the park’s rainforest train to reach the trailheads, walking along scenic boardwalks that wind through dense jungle canopy and over rushing waters. Pass vibrant tropical flora, pausing to take in sweeping views of the cascades from multiple viewpoints. Return to Brazil and head to your hotel to relax and spend the evening at your own pace.
Private Vehicle
Foz do Iguaçu - Parque Nacional del Iguazú 2h 26km
Enjoy the surroundings from a private vehicle as you transfer from your hotel and cross the Argentinian border to reach Iguazú National Park.
Guided Visit of the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls
Parque Nacional del Iguazú 7h
Spend the whole day on the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls to experience it in all of its glory. See the different cascades of water from various perspectives, exploring the paths, trails and catwalks adapted to the landscape of the area.
Private Vehicle
Parque Nacional del Iguazú - Foz do Iguaçu 2h 26km
Soak in the scenery on the drive back into Brazil to your hotel.
Optional Activities - Day 4
Boat Tour of Iguassu Falls
Foz do Iguaçu 2h
Explore the jungle by 4x4 crossing the Yacaratiá path and then hop on a boat to explore the thundering falls from a VERY close view. Take some amazing pictures and then float under the water to have the real Iguassu experience.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 5 : Foz do Iguaçu/Rio de Janeiro
Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Rio de Janeiro, where verdant mountains plunge straight into the blue Atlantic Ocean. Set out on an afternoon tour, taking a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain to soak in sweeping panoramic views across Guanabara Bay and the sprawling city below. Afterward, enjoy a scenic drive past the sands of Botafogo, Copacabana, and Ipanema, watching beach culture come alive at golden hour, then settle into a free evening on your own.
Private Vehicle
Foz do Iguaçu - Foz do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport 0h20m 14km
Transfer from your hotel to the Foz do Iguaçu airport and catch a flight to Rio.
Plane
Foz do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport 2h 1180km
Fly to Rio de Janeiro, transitioning from the thundering waterfalls to the dramatic coastal landscapes and vibrant energy of the Marvellous City.
Private Vehicle
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport - Rio de Janeiro 0h32m 22km
After arriving in Rio, transfer to your hotel by private vehicle
Rio de Janeiro Half-Day Tour
Rio de Janeiro 4h
Set off to explore Rio and ascend the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car. From this spectacular vantage point, take in breathtaking views of the vibrant cityscape and the glittering expanse of Guanabara Bay. Descend back to sea level for a scenic drive along Botafogo beach, capturing glimpses of daily Carioca life against a backdrop of coastal mountains. Conclude your tour by cruising past the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, immersing yourself in the magnetic energy and sun-drenched beauty of Rio's celebrated coastline.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 6 : Rio de Janeiro
Delve into the soul of the city on a visit to Rio's "Little Africa," exploring key historical sites to learn about the profound influence of African culture on Brazilian heritage and samba. Pass the Sambadrome before stopping for lunch. Afterward, walk past the white arches of the Carioca Aqueduct, climb the colourful, mosaic-tiled Selarón Steps in Lapa, and stand at the feet of the towering Christ the Redeemer statue high atop Corcovado Mountain.
Rio's "Little Africa" and Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro 7h
Head out on a full-day exploration of Rio de Janeiro, beginning with an in-depth walking tour of the historic "Little Africa" district. Accompanied by a local guide, discover the profound influence of Afro-Brazilian culture as you visit landmarks like the UNESCO-listed Valongo Wharf, the birthplace of samba at Pedra do Sal, and the Instituto dos Pretos Novos memorial. After pausing outside the iconic Sambadrome, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing through the Lapa neighborhood to view the towering Carioca Aqueduct and the vibrantly tiled Selarón Steps. The day concludes with an ascent up Corcovado Mountain to stand beneath the monumental Christ the Redeemer statue, offering a remarkable view over the sprawling city.
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Lunch
Day 7 : Rio de Janeiro
Head into the bohemian hilltop enclave of Santa Teresa, where narrow cobblestone streets are lined with historic mansions and artist studios. Visit Parque das Ruínas, a public park built around the glass-and-steel restoration of a 20th-century mansion, taking in art galleries and sweeping views of Guanabara Bay. Wander along the garden trails of the lush and tropical botanical gardens before returning to your hotel.
Bohemian Santa Teresa and the Botanical Gardens
Rio de Janeiro 7h30m
Explore the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, starting at Parque das Ruínas, a cultural center set within the ruins of a historic mansion that offers sweeping views of downtown Rio and Guanabara Bay. Take a guided walk through the area's cobblestone streets to discover colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and artisan shops. Discover the extraordinary tropical plant collections and towering imperial palms of the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, concluding your tour at the historic Parque Lage at the base of Corcovado Mountain.
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Lunch
Day 8 : Rio de Janeiro
Depart at any time.
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
