Explore the ins and outs of two of the most breathtaking countries in Latin America! This 8-day ultra-small group tour of Argentina and Brazil will guide you through the most fascinating sites in these beautiful countries. Begin your tour in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina where you will walk along Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest avenue in the world, and discover the colorful buildings and romantic streets of La Boca, where you can find tango street dancing and a world-famous soccer stadium! Catch a flight to Iguazu and get ready to discover the breathtaking views of Iguazu Falls from The Devil's Throat. Visit Iguassu National Park and make your way to the Brazilian side with a motorboat. Explore Rio De Janeiro and discover the fascinating mix of skyscrapers, churches, modern buildings, historic districts, and beautiful parks. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Sugar Loaf Mountain in Rio De Janeiro where you will end your tour of Argentina and Brazil!
Departing from Buenos Aires, we will go on an incredible 15-day / 14-night trip through the fantastic Argentinean Patagonia, visiting the cities of Ushuaia and El Calafate. Then, we continue through the Iguazú Falls, to finally reach one of Brazil's biggest cities: Rio de Janeiro. Do not miss this opportunity! The package from Patagonia to Rio de Janeiro includes accommodation, transfers to/from the airport, and excursions!
City sightseeingWaterfalls
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Ig
Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Iguazu Falls, Corcovado, Guanabara Bay, El Tigre, Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego National Park, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier
This is a excellent introductory tour of South America visiting 2 of the continent's most dynamic cities, (Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires) and one of the world's most incredible natural wonders, the Iguazu Falls. This is not a typical motor coach tour as it travels between locations using domestic airlines. All ground transportation to see the sites within the aforementioned cities and the falls was on large, comfortable coaches using different drivers for each location, all excellent. Everything went without a hitch thanks to our great tour director, Rodrigo. After this tour we want to explore South America more. Highly Recommended.
WaterfallsWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Co
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Corcovado, Ipanema Beach, Foz Do Iguazu, Devils Throat Falls, Manaus
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Discover an unforgettable adventure from Santiago to Buenos Aires, immersing yourself in the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of South America. Journey through the scenic Andes, savor exquisite wines in Mendoza, and experience vibrant city life in Buenos Aires. This curated travel pass offers guided tours, diverse outdoor activities, and authentic local experiences. Perfect for wine enthusiasts and adventure seekers, this tour offers the ultimate blend of nature, culture, and culinary delights. Book now for an extraordinary South American escapade!
We will visit the cities of Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Puerto Iguazu, Rio de Janeiro, Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu on a 19-day / 18-night journey. Do not miss this opportunity! The Discovering South America travel package includes accommodation, airport transfers, and excursions
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Cusco, Rio de Jane
Buenos Aires, Cusco, Rio de Janeiro, Lima, El Calafate, Puerto Iguazu, Iguazu Falls
Embark on a Patagonian adventure, starting with 1 night in Buenos Aires to explore the city. Then, spend 3 nights each in El Calafate and Ushuaia. Discover the wild beauty of Patagonia, with its snowy peaks, scenic lakes, and captivating beaver dams. Tour the heart of Los Glaciares National Park for an unforgettable experience
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Tierra Del Fuego
Buenos Aires, Tierra Del Fuego, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, Ushuaia, Escondido
Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro, journeying through the captivating landscapes of Uruguay. Discover vibrant cultures, stunning beaches, and iconic landmarks. Highlights include exploring Buenos Aires’ tango-filled streets, soaking in Montevideo’s rich history, and relaxing in Punta del Este’s luxurious resorts. End your trip basking in Rio’s energetic vibe and iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. Perfect for travelers seeking diverse experiences, this South American expedition promises breathtaking sights and unparalleled memories.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Sa
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Paraty, Ilha Grande, Colonia, Montevideo, Punta Del Este, Florianopolis
This 07-day land and cruise tour will take you to see the marvels of two iconic South American cities and to the Fjords of Tierra del Fuego in Patagonia. Start this adventure in Santiago, a beautiful cosmopolitan city where you will see Santiago’s most important sites like Plaza de Armas, Modena Palace, Santa Lucía Hill and Barrio Lastarria, the latest is famous for the cultural, inherited and gastronomical options. Continue to Punta Arenas from where you will board your cruise to explore Patagonia. During this cruise you will see the fjords of the southern edge of Tierra del Fuego. Sail the Strait of Magellan into the labyrinth of channels from where you will see the highlights and most important sites and glaciers of the region, you will also visit Wulaia Bay and Cape Horn, known as the “End of the Earth”. After this wonderful cruise in Patagonia, you will disembark in Ushuaia from where you will fly to your last stop, Buenos Aires where you’ll have the chance to explore many of the city’s intriguing and varied neighbourhoods and learn about their culture and history before your tour ends.
Cruise
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas, Glac
Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas, Glacier Alley, Cape Horn
Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, exploring the vibrant cultures of Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina. Discover Rio's iconic beaches, Uruguay’s charming colonial towns, and Argentina’s bustling capital. Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery, diverse culinary delights, and rich histories. Highlights include Christ the Redeemer, Montevideo’s lively markets, and Buenos Aires’ famous tango shows. This travel pass promises an immersive South American experience, offering a perfect blend of city life, natural beauty, and authentic local encounters.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Po
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre, Punta Del Este, Montevideo, Colonia Del Sacramento, Ilha Grande, Paraty, Sao Paulo, Florianopolis
Embark on an unforgettable adventure as we explore the enchanting cities of Buenos Aires, Lima, Cusco, and the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu during an immersive 11-day / 10-night journey. Don't let this opportunity slip away!
Our "Essential Argentina and Perú" travel package includes accommodation, airport transfers and excursions
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Get off the tourist trail on a 12-day adventure through Bolivia, Chile and Argentina. Kick things off in the Altiplano city of La Paz and check out the potions and artifacts at the local Witches' Market. Journey to the Salar de Uyuni salt flats – one of the most remarkable landscapes on the planet. Drive through the Atacama Desert past volcanoes, lakes, llamas and flamingos, then dip into San Pedro de Atacama in Chile to soak up more desert scenery. Your adventure wraps up in the lively city of Buenos Aires in Argentina, where you’ll sample some local snacks at the market and say goodbye to your new group of friends.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, La Paz, Uyuni, Alt
Buenos Aires, La Paz, Uyuni, Altiplano, San Pedro De Atacama, Salta
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If you love big landscapes, deserts, rock formations, volcanoes, geysers, remoteness and views that go on forever, then this is the trip for you. This was combined with very friendly people, local culture and good wine, making for one of the best trips I've ever had.
This was my first trip with Explore. (All the other members of the group had travelled multiple times with them). I would say the trip exceeded my expectations in every respect. Judging by the comments of the rest of the group, it was one of the best many of them had been on too. I have taken away memories that will last forever and met some wonderful people along the way.
There were six travellers in the group (all solo travellers) as well as Andres our guide, local guides and drivers. This was the first trip run on a new itinerary or at least one which Explore has not sold for a number of years. So in that respect our group were the guinea-pigs for the trip. I felt the group got on very well. I would say six was a good group size for the minibuses. It gave us room to spread out with our bags and snooze if needed on the longer journeys.
Itinerary:
The itinerary covers a lot of ground in a short space of time so is definitely full-on. However, overall, I thought it was well-paced with well-timed rest periods. Given that this was a new itinerary, there are a couple of "tweaks" I would make (mentioned below). However, they are minor changes only to what I found to be a well-rounded and balanced trip.
HIghlights for me included the Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia. I loved the desert, lagoons, volcanoes, flamingoes, the salt hotel and of course, our meal with our wonderful Bolivian guides - which I'll never forget. Another highlight was the sunset and moonrise over the Atacama Desert near San Pedro. I felt the trip was a gift that kept on giving. Just when you had one experience which you thought could not be topped, along came another one. The trip was cleverly planned in that sense.
In terms of amendments, I would suggest the following:
HIgh altitude is a feature of this trip and perhaps needs to be emphasised and explained a little more fully in the trip notes so that travellers can take a view. However, for me, any discomfort was more than compensated for by the remoteness and beauty of the landscapes we saw.
I particularly loved Bolivia and perhaps Explore could consider adding that another day to this leg of the trip. This would allow more time to get to know this fantastic country and its people but would also allow more time to acclimatise.
We had a wonderful day in the wine region of Cafayate. Both wine and food were delicious and plentiful. However, I think we all felt the number of tours and tastings should be reduced a little to allow us to relax into one wine tour and the meal without worrying about time.
Guiding:
Andres was our Explore guide and I cannot speak highly enough of him. Most of the group had travelled extensively over the years with Explore and said that he was one of the best guides they had ever had. Andres was excellent in every respect - professional, knowledgeable, organised but relaxed and very person-centred, attending well to the different needs of the group. The trip ran very smoothly and to time. Andres paid close attention to detail, making small changes to the itinerary as needed, He found good places to eat, and timed visits to avoid any crowds in particularly popular places. As far as I am aware, there was one small logistical glitch during the whole trip. This was beyond Andres' control but he took it in his stride, dealt with it and it did not affect the group. Definitely 5* for Andres.
The local guides and drivers in each country were very friendly and efficient. I would say the guides in Argentina and Bolivia were particularly knowledgeable. The warmth and kindness shown to us was lovely. I would single out Wilbur in Bolivia for particular praise.
Accommodation:
Before the trip, I did not have particularly high expectations of the hotels, thinking that location would take priority over hotel standard and that budget hotels would be used to keep costs down. To a certain extent this proved to be the case. I would say in most places the standard was 3*. I found all of them were perfectly acceptable although some had variable hot water and wifi which is only to be expected really given the region. All hotels were very friendly and in a very good location. Some hotels stood out as having more character and better service than others. The Salt Hotel (Laguna Salada) on the Uyuni flats was something truly special. The stunning location, the hotel design and the friendliness of the staff there were something I will never forget. The Hotel Los Flamencos at the Laguna Hedionda was graded as "simple" and we warned to take warm sleepwear as it can get cold at night. However, I found the hotel to be warm and characterful and again, the location was stunning. Standing outside the hotel (albeit at about -5 degrees Celsius), watching the flamingos on the lagoon and the sun come up over the volcanoes behind was something truly memorable.
San Pedro de Atacama was the most touristy place we visited and I would say the hotel there reflected that. It felt a bit more generic than the others, although the barman was excellent and served some knockout Pisco sours.
Overall, I would give this trip 5* without hesitation. Unforgettable - in the best possible way. Any quibbles are very minor ones to me. I would highly recommend.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, San Pedro, Santiag
Buenos Aires, San Pedro, Santiago, Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Tilcara, Tupiza, Uyuni, Incahuasi, San Pedro De Atacama
Take an adventure in diverse South America on this 25-day trip from La Paz to Rio de Janeiro. See amazing natural wonders, walk the streets of busy cities and meet the charming locals with a leader by your side who knows all the best spots. Tour the city of Colonia del Sacramento, discover why Salta is nicknamed ‘La Linda’ (‘the beautiful’) and tick immersive Buenos Aires off your bucket list with your new group of friends. Witness the magic of the Iguazu Falls, journey through the untamed desert scenery of San Pedro de Atacama and see the otherworldly Salar de Uyuni salt flats. You’ll have plenty of free time to explore each location, and all the logistics are taken care of for you, so you can concentrate on making new connections and discovering new places.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro, La Paz, Buenos A
Rio de Janeiro, La Paz, Buenos Aires, Montevideo, Estancia, Iguazu Falls, Paraty, Ilha Grande, Salar De Uyuni, Altiplano, San Pedro De Atacama, Salta
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Get ready to uncover three of South America's most iconic destinations on an unforgettable small-group journey through Brazil and Argentina. This expertly crafted tour blends breathtaking natural wonders, world-class cities, and rich cultural heritage into one seamless experience. Begin in Rio de Janeiro, a city that pulses with energy and beauty. Stroll along its golden beaches, feel the rhythm of samba in the air, and take a thrilling cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain for panoramic views of the city, Guanabara Bay, and the famous Christ the Redeemer statue watching over it all. Next, fly to Iguassu Falls — a truly awe-inspiring natural spectacle and one of the most powerful waterfall systems on the planet. Experience its thunderous might from both the Brazilian and Argentine sides, with misty walkways leading you right up to the edge of the jaw-dropping Devil’s Throat. Feel the raw force of nature as you walk among rainbows, tropical birds, and lush rainforest surroundings. The adventure continues in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s elegant and passionate capital. Explore its distinct neighborhoods, from the colorful houses and street art of La Boca to the cobblestone lanes and antique shops of San Telmo. Admire grand colonial architecture at Plaza de Mayo, visit the legendary Recoleta Cemetery, and dive into the vibrant culinary scene. In the evening, be swept away by a soulful tango performance — a dance born on the city’s streets that now captivates the world. From majestic landscapes to dynamic metropolises, this journey offers an immersive taste of South America’s soul — full of adventure, history, rhythm, and unforgettable moments.
