9 Days Contrasts of Brazil & Argentina

Day 1 Welcome to Buenos Aires

Welcome to the sophisticated capital of Argentina, often affectionately dubbed the “Paris of South America”. On arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hand-picked hotel. Take time to settle in and unwind before joining your Travel Director and fellow guests for dinner.

Meet your Travel Director at 18:00

Hotel: MGallery Palladio Hotel, Buenos Aires

Included Meals: Dinner

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Day 2 Explore Buenos Aires

After a relaxed start, gain a deeper understanding of Argentina’s identity as you explore the capital with your Travel Director. A guided walking tour takes you through key Argentina attractions, to see Plaza de Mayo and Casa Rosada, the presidential palace, before visiting the Metropolitan Cathedral. Then, immerse yourself in Argentina’s grilling culture for lunch at Fogón Asado. This immersive dining experience reimagines traditional parrilla cooking, with chefs preparing premium cuts over an open flame, right before your eyes - a contemporary take on one of Argentina's most beloved culinary traditions. This reimagining of the traditional parrilla invites you to observe the techniques and traditions that shape Argentina’s approach to cooking. In San Telmo, experience an Insightful Encounter at El Viejo Almacén, one of the city’s oldest tango venues, where dancers bring this expressive art form to life.

Hotel: MGallery Palladio Hotel, Buenos Aires

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 3 Into Argentina’s Pampas

Leave the city behind as you journey into fertile lowlands, the Pampas, for a visit to La Bandada, a traditional estancia nestled among open plains and native woodlands. This family-run ranch offers a warm welcome and a glimpse into gaucho heritage, with a lunch of regional specialities served in a relaxed, rustic setting. Later, personalise your experience with Insight Choice. Discover Argentina’s national sport with an introduction to polo, where you’ll learn about the rules, strategy and enduring popularity of the game (no riding required). Alternatively, step into the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class, where the estancia’s chef shares the secrets behind Argentina’s beloved empanadas.

Hotel: MGallery Palladio Hotel, Buenos Aires

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 4 Iguazú National Park

Fly north to the province of Misiones, where the subtropical rainforest meets one of South America’s greatest natural wonders. The Iguazú River plunges into a series of nearly 300 individual cascades, creating the awe-inspiring Iguazú Falls – wider than Victoria and taller than Niagara. As you arrive in Puerto Iguazú, glimpse the region’s rich biodiversity and striking red earth. On the way to your hotel,you’ll visit a forest-sheltered local market that supports sustainable producers and celebrates regional traditions. Here, enjoy an Insightful Encounter as you discover the story behind Argentina's most iconic drink - mate, a herbal infusion made from the native yerba mate plant. Learn why this energising tea is more than a beverage - it's a daily ritual and a symbol of hospitality across Argentina. This evening, settle into your premium retreat and the only hotel located inside Iguazú National Park.

Hotel: Gran Meliá, Iguazú National Park

Included Meals: Breakfast

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Day 5 The Argentinian Side

Explore the Argentinian side of Iguazú Falls with your Local Expert, where a network of trails and walkways reveals the raw beauty of this UNESCO-listed site. Feel the spray on your skin as you approach the roaring Devil’s Throat, and witness the power of nature up close from multiple vantage points across the rainforest canopy and riverbanks. In the evening, visit a local finca for a dinner steeped in regional flavour. Set amid native forest, this rural hideaway showcases seasonal produce and time-honoured recipes, offering a relaxed and authentic taste of Misiones province under open skies.

Hotel: Gran Meliá, Iguazú National Park

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 6 Off to Rio de Janeiro

Wake inside Iguazú National Park and enjoy breakfast overlooking the rainforest canopy. Cross into Brazil with your Local Expert for a guided visit to the eastern side of the falls. The trail is shorter, but the perspective is broader. Here you can see the entire waterfall system at once, including San Martin Island, from panoramic viewing platforms. Board your flight to Rio de Janeiro, where your hotel sits just moments from Copacabana Beach, one of the most iconic Brazil attractions. This iconic stretch of coastline has shaped the city’s image for generations. Your ocean-view room offers front-row views of one of Rio's most iconic shorelines. From the rooftop, watch the sun dip behind the mountains, or head out to explore the rhythm of local life in the surrounding streets.

Hotel: Hilton Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Included Meals: Breakfast

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Day 7 Sightseeing in Rio

Explore Rio de Janeiro with your Local Expert, discovering neighbourhoods and landmarks that reveal the city’s history, culture and striking natural setting. From colonial streets to coastal viewpoints, gain insight into the contrasts that shape life in Brazil’s most iconic city. Enjoy Fast Pass Access as you ride the cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain for panoramic views across Guanabara Bay and the surrounding peaks. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Refettorio Gastromotiva – a non-profit restaurant that transforms surplus food into gourmet meals. The initiative offers culinary training to members of marginalised communities, combining creativity and purpose to promote sustainability and social inclusion in the heart of the city.

Hotel: Hilton Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 8 Explore Rio de Janeiro

With your Local Expert, travel to the summit of Corcovado Mountain for a close look at Christ the Redeemer. Unveiled in 1931 after nearly a decade of construction, this monumental statue has become one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world. Learn how its design blends engineering innovation with national identity, and take in views across Rio’s natural amphitheatre of sea, mountain and city: a highlight among the many unforgettable things to do in Brazil. Later, sit down to a traditional Brazilian barbecue at Assador Churrascaria. The rodízio dining style, where servers bring grilled meats directly to your table, reflects the country’s long-standing love of communal meals. Located beside Guanabara Bay, the restaurant pairs classic dishes with one of Rio’s most scenic settings.

Hotel: Hilton Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 9 Depart Rio de Janeiro

It’s time to say goodbye to your fellow travellers as your trip comes to an end. You can take an organised transfer to Rio de Janeiro's Antônio Carlos Jobim International Airport or continue your exploration of Rio de Janeiro at your leisure.

Included Meals: Breakfast