Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires: Waterfalls & White Sands
17 days
from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires
From
$ 2699
Duration17 days
Dance your way through the best of South America's colourful cities. Kick off your adventure in Rio where you're free to explore the party atmosphere or soak up rays. You'll enjoy time outdoors and on the beach at Ilha Grande and connect with the land at an estancia stay in Uruguay. Best of all, we'll fly over to Iguassu Falls for more time to explore the immense cascades. With accommodation and transport arranged by a CEO, this trip offers great value and is the perfect way to discover South America's unique vibe.
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Duration: 17 daysService level: Basic
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Starts in: Rio de JaneiroPhysical Grading: Average
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Ends in: Buenos AiresAges: 18+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Rio de Janeiro
Start place: Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy your free time by taking an optional city tour or exploring the wonders that this city has to offer from the centrally located hostel in Copacabana.
Arrive at any time.
End place: Rio de Janeiro
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro
Start place: Rio de Janeiro
In the morning, explore the favela with a local resident on a G Adventures-supported tour to watch a drumming demonstration, get a Capoeira lesson, and sample craft beers with a new perspective of the city. Enjoy a free afternoon to discover all that Rio has to offer.
End place: Rio de Janeiro
Meals: B
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro/Ilha Grande
Start place: Rio de Janeiro
Head south along the Atlantic coast to the port of Angra dos Reis, and onward by ferry to Ilha Grande, with 100s of beaches for you to choose from. Known for its beauty, the island is a little piece of paradise; hiking, diving, snorkeling, sipping a fresh coconut on the beach, the choice is yours.
Continue by van up the coast and take a ferry to Ilha Grande. Opt to hike the island's remote trails, pick up some snorkel gear or relax on the beach.
End place: Ilha Grande
Meals: B
Day 4: Ilha Grande
Start place: Ilha Grande
Free time to hike and explore the island's beaches or take an optional boat tour.
End place: Ilha Grande
Day 5: Ilha Grande/Paraty
Start place: Ilha Grande
Head to colonial Paraty, explore the cobblestone streets and opt to visit a cachaça distillery.
End place: Paraty
Day 6: Paraty
Start place: Paraty
Free day in Paraty to explore.
Opt to pre-book the "Paraty Caipirinha Boat Tour" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.
End place: Paraty
Meals: B
Day 7: Paraty/Iguassu Falls
Start place: Paraty
Skip the bus ride and hop on a flight to Iguassu falls.
End place: Foz do Iguacu
Day 8: Iguassu Falls
Start place: Foz do Iguacu
In the morning, visit the Argentine side of the falls, and opt to take a boat tour to see the cascading falls from below.
End place: Foz do Iguacu
Meals: B
Day 9: Iguassu Falls/Estancia
Start place: Foz do Iguacu
Enjoy free time today, opt to visit the Brazilian side of the falls and get an incredible panoramic view. Or, opt to take a helicopter ride over the falls, or visit a bird park. Later, hop on an overnight bus to Uruguay.
Meals: B
Day 10: Estancia Stay
Dive into Uruguayan rural life known in the region as an estancia. Get dirty at a working ranch, enjoy a walk in the countryside, and indulge in local barbecues.
Meals: L, D
Day 11: Estancia Stay
Free time to explore the area or help out on the estancia.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 12: Estancia Stay/Montevideo
In Uruguay's capital, opt to visit the carnival museum and grab a snack at the local Port Market.
Meals: B
Day 13: Montevideo
Free day in Montevideo, opt to explore the city, hop on a bike to explore the coast, or take a day-trip to glamorous Punta del Este.
Meals: B
Day 14: Montevideo/Colonia
Travel to the charming colonial city of Colonia Del Sacramento. Experience the relaxed, pleasant Uruguayan culture and stroll down its cobble-stoned streets on an orientation walk.
Accommodation in Colonia may be multi-share during high season.
Meals: B
Day 15: Colonia/Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is full of life. Be sure to check out the districts of La Boca, Recoleta and San Telmo—or catch a tango show at one of the many famous tanguerías or tango houses. When you are done exploring, have a drink in one of the many sidewalk cafés and restaurants. Buenos Aires is also your chance to try the famous bifé and parrilladas, so dig in and enjoy!
Cross the Río Plata and explore the many attractions of Buenos Aires. Check out a football game, a tango show or the city's famous nightlife.
End place: Buenos Aires
Meals: B
Day 16: Buenos Aires
Start place: Buenos Aires
Enjoy a free day to explore the "Paris of the Americas," from the hidden patios of trendy Palermo to bohemian vibes in San Telmo this city has something for everyone.
Opt to pre-book the "Buenos Aires Bike Tour" or "Buenos Aires Tango Experience" activities on the checkout page ahead of time to include these optionals on your tour.
End place: Buenos Aires
Day 17: Buenos Aires
Start place: Buenos Aires
Depart at any time.
End place: Buenos Aires
Inclusions
Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Favela Experience, Rio de Janeiro Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Ilha Grande Your Discover Moment: Paraty Your Local Living Moment: Estancia Stay, Colonia La Concordia Your Discover Moment: Buenos Aires
- Entrance and visit to the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls
- Activities while at the estancia in Uruguay
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Plane, Public bus, Minivan, Taxis, Ferry, Walking -
Accommodation
Simple hotels (9 nts, twin-share), Hostels (4 nts, multi-share), Estancia/ranch (2 nts, multi-share), Overnight bus (1 nt)