10 day Brazil & Argentina Tour
November 1–10, 2025
$4,944 pp double occupancy / $5,562 single occupancy
$3,856 pp double occupancy land only (transfers included) / $4,474 single occupancy
Trip Leader: Elena Riabova
(201) 755-0954 | eriabova@gmail.com)
Join us for a sensational 10-day journey through the vibrant heart of South America—Brazil and Argentina! From the golden beaches and iconic Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro to the roaring majesty of Iguazu Falls and the elegant avenues of Buenos Aires, this carefully curated tour blends culture, cuisine, music, and unforgettable natural wonders. Whether you're savoring a traditional Argentine barbecue, taking in the rhythms of a live tango show, or marveling at one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, every moment is designed to delight. With expert local guides, handpicked accommodations, and seamless travel arrangements, all you have to do is pack your sense of wonder—South America is waiting!
Payment Schedule
- $1000 deposit per person on registration
- $1500 due May 31st
- Final balance due July 1st
Package Includes:
- Non-stop American Airlines flight: Miami – Rio de Janeiro
- Intra-flights: Rio de Janeiro – Iguassu & Iguazu – Buenos Aires (these are also included in the land-only price)
- Non-stop American Airlines flight Buenos Aires - Miami
- 8 nights accommodations:
- 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro, Grand Mercure Copacabana
- 2 nights in Iguazu, Argentina, Amerian Portal del Iguazu
- 3 nights in Buenos Aires, Marriott
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Hotel porterage
- All transfers
- All tips, including tips for guides
- 12 meals: 8 breakfasts and 4 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern, air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of English-speaking tour manager and local guides
- Entrance fees per itinerary
- Half-Day Sugar Loaf Mountain tour
- Buenos Aires Dinner & Tango Show
Special Features:
- Ascend Corcovado Mountain for views of Rio
- Marvel at the breathtaking Iguazu Falls
- Admire the European architecture of Buenos Aires, the "Paris of South America"
- Visit Recoleta Cemetery, final resting place of Eva "Evita" Perón
- Enjoy a tango lesson with professional Argentine dancers
Note: As of 4/10/25 Brazil requires a visa for entry. See the bottom of this document for instructions.
Agenda:
Day 1 – Saturday, November 1, 2025: Depart for Brazil
Depart from Miami, FL to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
Day 2 – Sunday, November 2: Arrive in Rio de Janeiro
Arrive in vibrant Rio de Janeiro. Transfer to hotel and attend a welcome meeting at 5 PM. Enjoy dinner at a traditional Brazilian Churrascaria.
Overnight: Rio de Janeiro
Meals: Dinner
Day 3 – Monday, November 3: Tour of Corcovado Mountain
Ride a scenic cog railway to the summit of Corcovado to see the Christ the Redeemer statue. Enjoy 360° views and a tour along Copacabana and Ipanema beaches.
Overnight: Rio de Janeiro
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 – Tuesday, November 4: Sugar Loaf Mountain
Visit key landmarks of downtown Rio before taking two cable cars to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain for panoramic views. Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight: Rio de Janeiro
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 – Wednesday, November 5: Fly to Iguassu
Fly to Iguassu and visit the Brazilian side of the Falls. Cross into Argentina for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 – Thursday, November 6: Argentinean Falls
Ride a rail car to the Upper Circuit, then walk to Devil's Gorge. Explore Iguazu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Note: Expect uneven paths, stairs, and misty surfaces.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – Friday, November 7: Fly to Buenos Aires
Enjoy leisure time before flying to Buenos Aires. Evening at leisure after check-in.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 – Saturday, November 8: Buenos Aires City Tour & Tango Show
Visit Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, La Boca, San Telmo, and Recoleta Cemetery. Afternoon free for shopping. Evening tango lesson and performance with dinner.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 – Sunday, November 9: FAREWELL DINNER
F ree time in Buenos Aires, revisit some of your favorite places in the city today, shop for leatherwear and designer clothes. Farewell dinner this evening.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 – Monday, November 10: Depart Argentina
Free morning followed by transfer to airport for return flight to Miami (arrives next day).
Meals: Breakfast
Notes:
- Pace: Expect 3–4 hours of walking per touring day, including time standing.
- Terrain: Uneven and potentially slippery paths, particularly at the Falls.
Flight Information:
American Airlines non-stop flights:
AA 905 Y 01 NOV MIA - GIG 11:55 PM – 9:25 AM 02NOV (GIG = Rio de Janeiro)
AA 934 Y 10 NOV EZE - MIA 10:50 PM – 6:00 AM 11NOV (EZE = Buenos Aires)
Brazil Visa:
Starting April 10, 2025, U.S. and Canadian citizens will need a visa to enter Brazil for tourism and business purposes (no visa is needed for Argentina). For eligible applicants, the e-visa application can be completed online through https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/ You can add multiple people to a single application. Cost is $80.90 per person.
You will need to upload the following:
- Photo of the bio page of your passport
- Headshot without glasses on a white background
- Trip Itinerary - you can download a copy here
We will arrive in Brazil on 11/2/25 and depart on 11/5/25
Note - after submitting payment the website may return to the login screen. The visa website says that can take two hours for the payment to be processed. You can track progress on the same website link above.