Tango & Samba: Argentina and Brazil with Gateways International
Photo: Iguassu Falls, Argentina
Tango & Samba combines two of the most cosmopolitan cities in South America: Buenos Aires with its sultry Tango dancing and European-inspired sites, and Rio de Janeiro with its Samba beats and glittering beaches. During your 11-day journey, visit both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of Iguassu Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
- Private city tour of Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Iconic Tango Show in Buenos, Aires, Argentina
- Private tour of Iguassu Falls with visits to both Argentinean and Brazilian sides
- Private sightseeing tour of Sugar Loaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tour Overview:
- Roundtrip international and domestic airfare from Toronto*
- Welcome assistance upon arrival and departure at all airports
- Private transfers and porterage between the airport and hotel
- 8 nights accommodation:
- 3 nights in Buenos Aires Argentina at Carles Hotel Buenos Aires, Superior Room ★★★★
- 2 nights in Iguassu, Argentina at Panoramic Grand, River View with Balcony ★★★★
- 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil at Windsor California, Superior Room ★★★★
- Breakfast daily and one dinner
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Airport & departure taxes**
Not Included:
- Tips to guides and drivers and other gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Items not mentioned above
- Visas are required for entry into the country as necessary. Please discuss this with your travel agent to determine your requirements prior to departure.
Photo: Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Day 1: Toronto - Buenos Aires
Depart from Toronto to Buenos Aires on your overnight flight.
Day 2: Buenos Aires
Arrival in Buenos Aires, the capital and largest city in Argentina. Welcome by our local representative and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy your day at leisure in this cosmopolitan city. In the evening, we recommend dining at one of the many world-class restaurants famous for Argentinean beef and cuisine.
Carles Hotel Buenos Aires Recoleta, Superior Room ★★★★
Day 3: Buenos Aires
Breakfast. With your private guide, enjoy a half-day city tour to discover Buenos Aires including Plaza de Mayo, the historic Cabildo, Casa Rosada, Congress Palace, the quaint La Boca district and La Recoleta Cemetery. Stroll through the world-famous San Telmo area with bohemian boutiques and antique shops.
Carles Hotel Buenos Aires Recoleta, Superior Room ★★★★
Day 4: Buenos Aires
After breakfast, enjoy your day at leisure to explore the city. Perhaps visit one of the many European inspired gardens throughout the city. This evening, enjoy an authentic Tango show at one of the city’s most renowned clubs.
Carles Hotel Buenos Aries Recoleta, Superior Room ★★★★
Day 5: Buenos Aires - Iguassu Falls, Argentina
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Iguassu Falls.
Panoramic Grand, River View with Balcony ★★★★
Day 6: Iguassu Falls
On your full-day private tour with a guide, explore the Argentinian side of the falls from Iguassu National Park; visit the lower and upper paths to admire the awe-inspiring 275 cascades that span across a 2-mile gulf. See beautiful flora and fauna as you take a train to reach Devil's Throat, the longest walkway over the cascading river. Explore many walkways to access different view of the falls.
Panoramic Grand, River View with Balcony ★★★★
Day 7: Iguassu Falls, Brazil - Rio De Janeiro
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit the Brazilian side of the falls to see this natural wonder from a different perspective. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro.
Windsor California, Superior Room ★★★★
Day 8: Rio De Janeiro
After breakfast, your private guide will show you the magnificent sites of Rio de Janeiro during a half-day tour followed by a spectacular cable car ride to Sugar Loaf Mountain. Your senses will be fully engaged as you discover that a visit to Rio is truly magical. Also visit the H. Stern Gem Factory.
Windsor California, Superior Room ★★★★
Day 9: Rio De Janeiro
Breakfast. Enjoy your day at leisure. We suggest a visit to the popular Lapa district with its 18th-century architecture and fabulous arts community, marvel at the statue of Christ the Redeemer as it towers above you or simply relax with a drink on the sandy beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema.
Windsor California, Superior Room ★★★★
Day 10: Rio De Janeiro - Toronto
On your last day in Rio, spend some time on the beach or choose from optional excursions. Later, transfer to the airport for your evening flight home via São Paulo.
Day 11: Toronto
Morning arrival in Toronto.
