Best of Argentina, Uruguay & Brazil

Hug the eastern coastline of South America on a ten-day adventure. This down-to-earth adventure takes you from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro via Colonia del Sacramento, a working estancia and the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Embrace ranch life during your estancia stay and explore the grounds on horseback, wonder at the largest waterfall in the world and get a taste of Rio’s nightlife.

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Hug the eastern coastline of South America on a ten-day adventure. This down-to-earth adventure takes you from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro via Colonia del Sacramento, a working estancia and the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Embrace ranch life during your estancia stay and explore the grounds on horseback, wonder at the largest waterfall in the world and get a taste of Rio’s nightlife.

Itinerary


Day 1: Buenos Aires

Bienvenidos. Welcome to Argentina. Your trip begins with an orientation walk around Buenos Aires’ Microcentro district at 1 pm. Your leader will be waiting in the lobby of your joining point hotel. Pass by historic buildings along the Avenida de Mayo, including the Casa Rosada (Argentina's government house) and perhaps have a coffee in the traditional Cafe Tortoni. Stroll around the picturesque streets of San Telmo and its antique markets. Attend a group welcome meeting at 6 pm to prepare for the rest of your adventure.

Day 2: Colonia del Sacramento

Today cross the Rio de la Plata (River Plate) to Colonia del Sacramento by ferry (approximately 1.5 hours). On arrival, enjoy free time to explore this charming colonial city, known as the oldest in Uruguay. The World Heritage-listed Barrio Historico (Old Quarter) is a great place to start. Stroll down the cobblestone streets and rub shoulders with locals as they sip their yerba mate (tea). Listen to the noisy parakeets in the Plaza Mayor, or comb Colonia’s small museums. For great views over the city, climb to the top of a 19th-century lighthouse that’s still in operation.

Day 3: Estancia Stay

Today enjoy a free morning in Colonia De Sacramento to continue exploring the town. Colonia was also settled by Swiss immigrants and is home to a unique local Swiss cheese that you can choose to try in the local market. In the early afternoon, you’ll be transferred towards Mercedes village for your estancia stay where you can get to know your hosts.

Day 4-5: Estancia Stay

Spend a few days experiencing life on a working Uruguayan estancia. Although you’re welcome to relax and explore your surroundings at your leisure, you can also get involved with day-to-day jobs around the ranch. As a working farm, the digs aren’t fancy, but the incredible surroundings and hospitality are something special. Enjoy three home-cooked meals a day and the chance to ride horses, in true gaucho (cowboy) style.

Day 6: Overnight Bus - Iguazu Falls

In the morning bid farewell to your hosts. Travel to the Uruguay/Argentinian border (1.5 hours). Cross the border to Argentina. Board a 16-hour overnight bus to Puerto Iguazu.

Day 7: Iguazu Falls (Brazilian Side)

As soon as you arrive at Puerto Iguazu bus station this morning, take a minivan across the border into Brazil and head straight to the national park to witness the majestic Foz do Iguacu/Iguazu Falls. After some time spent admiring this force of nature, head to your hotel in Foz do Iguacu. Enjoy free time for the rest of the day.

Day 8: Iguazu Falls (Argentinian side)

Return to Argentina today to see Iguazu Falls from a different angle. Following a series of boardwalks, it’s possible to get so close to the thundering waters that you can almost touch them. At over two-kilometres long, Iguazu Falls are made up of over 270 separate cascades, with some reaching up to 80 metres in height. For a more exhilarating experience, take an optional Zodiac boat ride to the base of the falls! In the afternoon return to your accommodation in Foz do Iguacu in Brazil.

Day 9: Rio de Janeiro

Take an included flight to Rio de Janeiro. Settle into your hotel room then head out with your leader for an orientation walk. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe head to Copacabana or Ipanema Beach or, if the time of year is right, check out a soccer game at the famous Maracana Stadium. You might like to take the tramcar up to the hillside neighbourhood of Santa Teresa or head up Corcovado Mountain, where you’ll find sweeping views over Rio from the foot of the Christ the Redeemer statue.

Day 10: Rio de Janeiro

Your trip comes to an end after breakfast. If you'd like to spend more time in Rio de Janeiro, we would be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).

Departure Dates


Start DateEnd DatePrice 
Jul 11, 2025Jul 20, 2025$4,200.00
Aug 1, 2025Aug 10, 2025$4,705.00
Aug 15, 2025Aug 24, 2025$3,802.00
Aug 29, 2025Sep 7, 2025$4,085.00
Sep 5, 2025Sep 14, 2025$4,500.00
Sep 12, 2025Sep 21, 2025$4,365.00
Oct 3, 2025Oct 12, 2025$4,455.00
Oct 10, 2025Oct 19, 2025$4,355.00
Oct 24, 2025Nov 2, 2025$4,875.00
Nov 7, 2025Nov 16, 2025$4,920.00
Nov 14, 2025Nov 23, 2025$4,355.00
Nov 21, 2025Nov 30, 2025$4,555.00
Dec 5, 2025Dec 14, 2025$4,355.00
Dec 12, 2025Dec 21, 2025$4,145.00
Jan 2, 2026Jan 11, 2026$5,100.00
Jan 9, 2026Jan 18, 2026$4,920.00
Jan 16, 2026Jan 25, 2026$5,100.00
Feb 20, 2026Mar 1, 2026$4,910.00
Feb 27, 2026Mar 8, 2026$4,910.00
Mar 6, 2026Mar 15, 2026$4,910.00
Mar 13, 2026Mar 22, 2026$4,910.00
Mar 20, 2026Mar 29, 2026$4,910.00
Apr 3, 2026Apr 12, 2026$4,910.00
Apr 10, 2026Apr 19, 2026$4,910.00
Apr 17, 2026Apr 26, 2026$4,720.00
May 1, 2026May 10, 2026$4,720.00
May 15, 2026May 24, 2026$4,720.00
May 22, 2026May 31, 2026$4,720.00
Jun 5, 2026Jun 14, 2026$4,720.00
Jun 19, 2026Jun 28, 2026$4,720.00
Jul 10, 2026Jul 19, 2026$4,720.00
Jul 31, 2026Aug 9, 2026$4,720.00
Aug 14, 2026Aug 23, 2026$4,720.00
Aug 28, 2026Sep 6, 2026$4,720.00
Sep 4, 2026Sep 13, 2026$4,720.00
Sep 11, 2026Sep 20, 2026$4,910.00
Sep 25, 2026Oct 4, 2026$4,910.00
Oct 2, 2026Oct 11, 2026$4,910.00
Oct 23, 2026Nov 1, 2026$5,100.00
Oct 30, 2026Nov 8, 2026$5,100.00
Nov 6, 2026Nov 15, 2026$5,100.00
Nov 13, 2026Nov 22, 2026$5,100.00
Nov 20, 2026Nov 29, 2026$5,100.00
Nov 27, 2026Dec 6, 2026$4,910.00
Dec 4, 2026Dec 13, 2026$4,910.00
Dec 11, 2026Dec 20, 2026$4,910.00
Jan 1, 2027Jan 10, 2027$4,130.00
Jan 8, 2027Jan 17, 2027$4,460.00
Jan 15, 2027Jan 24, 2027$4,130.00
Feb 19, 2027Feb 28, 2027$4,130.00
Feb 26, 2027Mar 7, 2027$4,130.00
Mar 5, 2027Mar 14, 2027$4,130.00
Mar 12, 2027Mar 21, 2027$4,130.00
Mar 19, 2027Mar 28, 2027$4,130.00
Apr 2, 2027Apr 11, 2027$4,130.00
Apr 9, 2027Apr 18, 2027$4,130.00
Apr 16, 2027Apr 25, 2027$4,130.00
Apr 30, 2027May 9, 2027$4,130.00
May 14, 2027May 23, 2027$4,130.00
May 21, 2027May 30, 2027$4,130.00
Jun 4, 2027Jun 13, 2027$4,130.00
Jun 18, 2027Jun 27, 2027$4,130.00
Jul 9, 2027Jul 18, 2027$4,130.00
Jul 30, 2027Aug 8, 2027$4,130.00
Aug 13, 2027Aug 22, 2027$4,130.00
Aug 27, 2027Sep 5, 2027$4,130.00
Sep 3, 2027Sep 12, 2027$4,130.00
Sep 10, 2027Sep 19, 2027$4,130.00
Sep 24, 2027Oct 3, 2027$4,130.00
Oct 1, 2027Oct 10, 2027$4,130.00
Oct 22, 2027Oct 31, 2027$4,130.00
Oct 29, 2027Nov 7, 2027$4,130.00
Nov 5, 2027Nov 14, 2027$4,130.00
Nov 12, 2027Nov 21, 2027$4,130.00
Nov 19, 2027Nov 28, 2027$4,130.00
Nov 26, 2027Dec 5, 2027$4,130.00
Dec 3, 2027Dec 12, 2027$4,130.00
Dec 10, 2027Dec 19, 2027$4,130.00