South America:Argentina
Argentina & Brazil
Tour Highlights:
- Enjoy Buenos Aires city touring & evening tango show with dinner.
- Marvel at Iguassu Falls from the Brazil & Argentine sides.
- Explore Rio de Janeiro & take an open-top jeep excursion to the Tijuca rainforest & train to Corcovado summit.
Day 1, Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
Welcome to Buenos Aires, with its grand Parisian-style boulevards and pulsating tango nightlife. You are met on arrival and transferred to your deluxe hotel near the elegant Recoleta and Plaza San Martin. Sofitel Buenos Aires
Day 2, Buenos Aires
Take in the city highlights on a morning tour, from the Presidential Palace to La Recoleta cemetery, and La Boca Italian neighborhood with its bright fishermen’s houses and artists’ quarter. Tonight enjoy an Argentine dinner and tango show, the seductive dance rich in folklore and tradition. Sofitel Buenos Aires (B,D)
Day 3, Buenos Aires
Today is at leisure to enjoy the city’s distinguished museums, Colon Opera House, and world-class shopping, or take in an optional tour. Sofitel Buenos Aires (B)
Day 4, Buenos Aires / Iguassu Falls
Fly today to Iguassu Falls, a natural wonder with 275 thundering cascades. You are transferred to your hotel in the rainforest overlooking this dramatic scene. Ride trains along the upper trails to the Devil’s Throat gorge, and follow boardwalks to strategic overlooks at the brink of the falls for fantastic views from many perspectives. Sheraton Internacional – falls view room (B)
Day 5, Iguassu Falls / Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
This morning, tour the falls’ Brazilian side. Follow catwalks to special lookouts of the deafening cascades, and ride a panoramic elevator to the base of the falls. In the afternoon, fly to Rio de Janeiro, the “marvelous city” of mountains and sea, sidewalk cafes, samba and carnival. You are transferred to your hotel on Copacabana Beach. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – ocean view room (B)
Day 6, Rio de Janeiro
Head out in an open-topped, 4x4 jeep to explore the wilderness surrounding Rio. Weave through the Tijuca Forest’s tropical flora, waterfalls and lagoons, and hike to the Jaguar’s Den. Reach the summit of Corcovado by cogswheel train for grand views from the statue of Christ. Return to your hotel for a free afternoon. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – ocean view room (B)
Day 7, Depart Rio de Janeiro
The day is at leisure to relax at the beaches and cafes, or take an optional excursion. Your hotel room is available for day use, for your convenience. In the evening, you are transferred to the airport for your overnight flight back home. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro (dayroom) – ocean view room (B)
Rates/Departures:
Argentina & Brazil | Double | Single Supplement | Comments |
| Jan 01 - Dec 15, 2010 | $3050 | $1850 | |
| Internal Airfare (sample fare) | $590 | N/A | Airfare subject to change until ticketed |
Rates are for land arrangements only. Airfares are not included unless specifically mentioned in inclusions and can be quoted separately. Rates are per person, in US dollars, and based on two people sharing a room. Valid Jan. 01 – Dec. 21, 2010, unless otherwise noted. The single supplements indicated are based on a single room supplement after the two passenger minimum is met. For solo travelers, additional supplements will apply.