New destination (ARG/BRA)
From Glaciers to Beaches: 14 Days in Argentina & Brazil
Flexible tour in Argentina / Brazil– Buenos Aires/ Ushuaia / El Calafate / Iguazú / Rio de Janeiro within 14 days! With us, it’s possible!
This travel plan is for people who want more freedom and flexibility than a completely organized trip.
Would you like to discover a new country, travel with freedom, and have someone on-site to help and give advice?
With us, THIS IS POSSIBLE!
We design travel experiences tailored to your needs and preferences. The tour can be easily customized to 11, 14, 16, 19, or any other number of days. We offer: the entire structure of the trip, including accommodation in 3-4-star hotels and aparthotels (depending on your budget) with breakfast included, all transfers (local flights and private land transportation), and some amazing activities. During the rest of your journey, you will be free to organize your days (excursions, guided tours, museums). At the time of booking, we will give you our suggestions about how to design your trip.
However Argentina has 4 seasons, this tour is available year-round, and you can choose your preferred start date.
*Winter months: June – July – August / Spring: September – October – November / Summer: December – January – February / Autumn: March – April – May
*High season in Argentina (in the whole country: December – January – February) / other peak seasons depending on the region.
DAY 1
Arrival in Buenos Aires, and welcome to Argentina!
DAY 2
Full day private tour in Buenos Aires: Visit Plaza de Mayo, the Casa Rosada and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Walk around Puerto Madero and take in the modern cityscape. Explore San Telmo for its historic charm and tango culture. Then in the afternoon: visit the Recoleta Cemetery, and take a stroll through the lush parks of the Palermo neighborhood.
DAY 3
Free time then a unique local experience: Argentine barbecue with local wines in small group (approx. 3 hours with different type of local foods / they have vegetarian options too).
DAY 4
Fly from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia (3.5 hours) in the early morning. Upon arrival, take a private transfer along Route 3 to Lago Escondido and Lago Fagnano (approx. 5 hours)
DAY 5
Take a group boat trip (approx 3 or 4 hours) through the Beagle Channel to see sea lions, penguins (between mid October and early April) and stunning landscapes in the morning. Free time in the afternoon to explore the city.
DAY 6
Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park with a scenic hike, then transfer to the airport for a direct flight to El Calafate. Arrive in El Calafate, the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park.
DAY 7
Private transfer to the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most impressive glaciers in the world. You can do a boat tour for an up-close view.
DAY 8
Go on a boat tour to visit the Glacier Uppsala and Glacier Spegazzini
DAY 9
Fly from El Calafate to Puerto Iguazú (approx. 7-hour journey with a layover in Buenos Aires). Arrive in Puerto Iguazú in the evening, the gateway to the famous Iguazu Falls.
DAY 10
Iguazu Falls – Argentine Side: Spend the day exploring the Iguazu National Park on the Argentine side. Don’t miss the Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo) and the Upper and Lower Circuits, which offer dramatic views of the falls.
DAY 11
Iguazu Falls – Brazilian Side: Cross into Brazil for a panoramic view of the falls. Then fly from Puerto Iguazú to Rio de Janeiro (around 2 hours) in the late afternoon. Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and check into your hotel.
DAY 12
Morning: Visit Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, offering breathtaking views over Rio. We will stop also at the famous Maracana stadium and the Selarón steps. Then head to Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) for more stunning views. Free time in the afternoon / beach time.
DAY 13
Free day: Take a walk along the iconic Copacabana Beach or Ipanema Beach, and enjoy a traditional Brazilian dinner with some caipirinhas (the national cocktail).
DAY 14
Enjoy a final walk on Ipanema or Copacabana Beach then direct transfer to your flight.
Flight Summary:
Buenos Aires to Ushuaia: 3.5 hours
Ushuaia to El Calafate: 1.5 hours
El Calafate to Iguazú: 7 hours (with a layover in Buenos Aires)
Iguazú to Rio de Janeiro: 2 hours
THE PRICE INCLUDES
Accommodation in Buenos Aires for 3 nights (Modern aparthotel with breakfast in Palermo district)
Accommodation in Ushuaia for 2 nights (great apartment in the center without breakfast)
Accommodation in El Calafate for 3 nights (nice hotel in the center with breakfast)
Accommodation in Iguazu for 2 nights (4 stars hotel/aparthotel with breakfast in the center)
Accommodation in Rio de Janeiro for 3 nights (4 stars hotel near the beach with breakfast)
Daily breakfast (except in Ushuaia)
4 local flights with 23kg checked baggage included (Buenos Aires– Ushuaia, Ushuaia – El Calafate, El Calafate – Iguazú / connection flight, Iguazú– Rio de Janeiro)
Private transfers from / to the airports
Private transfers in Ushuaia (Lago Fagnano, Tierra del Fuego National Park), in El Calafate (Perito Moreno National Park) and Iguazú (Argentinian and Brazilian side)
Boat trip in Ushuaia (Canal Beagle)
Entry tickets: Tierra del Fuego National Park (Ushuaia), National Park Los Glaciares (Perito Moreno), Iguazú (Argentinian side), Iguazú (Brazilian side), Sugarloaf mountain (Rio de Janeiro), Christ the redeemer (Rio de Janeiro)
Private guided tours: Buenos Aires full day city tour, Rio de Janeiro half day city tour
Group tours: Argentine barbacoa experience in Buenos Aires, Canal Beagel boat tour in Ushuaia, Glaciar Uppsala and Spegazzini boat tour
Assistance during your trip – you will never be alone – E-SIM with internet data
Our itinerary is flexible, and we have plenty of tips to personalize your trip. Feel free to reach out with any special requests!