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17 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
99 peopleMaximum group size
1 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
English, SpanishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Montevideo, Uruguay
Ends
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Highlights
Walk through the cobblestone streets of Colonia del Sacramento
Experience the passion of the Argentine tango in Buenos Aires
Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Iguazú Falls
Visit Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and feel the welcoming carioca spirit of the city
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10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner4 Nights in Montevideo1 Nights in Colonia Del Sacramento4 Nights in Buenos Aires3 Nights in Puerto Iguazu4 Nights in Rio De JaneiroTransfers & Meals mentioned in the itinerary.Tours described in the itinerary.Bilingual guides (English/Spanish) when mentioned in the itinerary.
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Set off on a colorful journey through Uruguay, Argentina, and Brazil with the Southern Rhythms tour, perfect for young adults and seasoned explorers. Begin in Montevideo’s vibrant streets, savor local wines at Pizzorno Winery, and relax in Punta del Este’s glamorous coastal setting. Trace history in Colonia del Sacramento before immersing yourself in Buenos Aires’s tango culture and lively neighborhoods. Take in the grandeur of Iguazú Falls from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides, then cap your trip with Rio de Janeiro’s iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and lush Botanical Garden. The highlight? A harmonious blend of culture, history, and natural wonders across three dynamic countries.
day 1 - Arrival in Montevideo
Upon arrival in Montevideo, there will be a private transfer waiting to take you to your hotel.
Type of service: Private
Included: Transportation mentioned above, guide or driver-guide
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
day 2 - Half-Day City Tour
Today, we will pick you up at your hotel to visit Montevideo's most important attractions. In the Old City, you will see the different architectural styles such as Art Nouveau and Art Deco. You will also appreciate the Plaza Matriz and the Cathedral.
Then you will reach Plaza Independencia, which contains the remains of the national hero Jose Gervasio Artigas, and then continue to the Legislative Palace. You will also visit the traditional Prado neighborhood, Punta Gorda and other residential areas. The tour finishes in the famous Mercado del Puerto where you can have lunch in one of the famous grills (lunch not included).
At the end of this tour, we will return to your hotel driving along the coastal road and beaches.
day 3 - Visit Pizzorno Winery with Wine Tasting & Lunch
Day tour to the vineyards of Montevideo Department: The country's wine heritage goes back to the first Spanish and Italian immigrants who brought the grapevine some 250 years ago and today wine is part of the Uruguayan culture. This tour will give you further insight into the development of winery in Uruguay while visiting two Bodegas in the surroundings of Montevideo.
Bodega Pizzorno is located 20 km from Montevideo, in the region of Canelón Chico, south of Uruguay, a prime area for wine production as its climate with warm days and cold nights give more intense color and flavor to the grapes. Establishment vineyards surround the small boutique winery, forming a landscape of 23 hectares of vineyards. We invite you to live a unique experience, going through the vineyard and tasting the best selection of wines (4 wines of classic line or Premium line) and tapas of regional products. The tours are accompanied by an oenologist of the establishment and a member of the family. Enjoy a delicious 3 course pairing lunch.
Type of service: Private
Duration: 5 hours
Included: Transportation with pick up and drop off at hotel, bilingual English/Spanish guide, visit to Pizzorno Winery with wine tasting and a 3-course lunch.
Not included: Tips.
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
day 4 - Day Tour to Punta del Este & José Ignacio
Punta del Este is definitely one of South America’s most glamorous resorts. You will be able to see many beaches, elegant seaside homes, high-rise apartment buildings, luxury hotels and glitzy restaurants. This tour will take you through Punta del Este’s attractions: the main Avenue, Juan Gorlero, the artisans market, the yacht's port, the church Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, the lighthouse, the beaches and the residential neighborhoods of Golf, San Rafael, Beverly Hills, Rincón del Indio and Cantegril.
We will drive over the undulated bridge to La Barra with its beaches chosen by surfers, colorful houses, many restaurants and a more relaxed atmosphere. Later, we will pass through several small beach towns such as Punta Piedras, Balneario Buenos Aires and La Juanita before reaching Jose Ignacio. This was a sleepy fishing outpost which evolved into the chicest spot in Latin America, favored by jet-setters from around the world.
Take a stroll and enjoy the charming village, visit the lighthouse and explore the rich gastronomy scene. We will then make a stop in Punta Ballena where you will see Casapueblo, a unique and quirky building constructed by the famous Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró. Here you will see the most stunning views of the ocean and a spectacular sunset.
At the end of the tour, we will take you back to your hotel.
Type of service: Private
Duration: 8 hours
Included: Round-trip transportation, bilingual guide, entrance fee to Casapueblo Museum.
Not included: Lunch, tips.
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 5 - Travel to Colonia del Sacramento
At the appropriate time, you will be transferred from your hotel in Montevideo to your hotel in Colonia. In the afternoon, a city tour visiting Unesco-listed Colonia del Sacramento. Discover the little stone streets, the old edifications, the fort, the port, the Spanish and Portuguese houses, downtown and the Rambla which borders the Old City to the “Real de San Carlos” where the “Plaza de Toros”, the “Hipodromo” and the old harbor can be seen.
At the indicated time we will pick you up at your hotel to transfer to Colonia Port or Bus Station.
Type of service: Private
Included: Transportation mentioned above
Not included: Guide
Ferry Boat Colonia / Buenos Aires
At the appropriate time, you will board a ferry boat in Colonia to get back to Buenos Aires.
Type of service: Shared
Included: Transportation mentioned above
Transfer Buenos Aires Port / Buenos Aires Hotel
Upon arrival at Buenos Aires Port, you will be driven to your hotel.
Type of service: Private
Approximate transfer duration: 30 minutes.
Included: Transportation mentioned above
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 7 - Buenos Aires City Tour & Dinner Tango Show
We will explore the vibrant heart of Buenos Aires on our captivating half-day city tour, starting with convenient pickups in the stylish Palermo Soho district. This journey offers a direct and immersive encounter with the city's essence.
Our initial destination is Plaza de Mayo, a historic epicenter enveloped by iconic landmarks such as the Casa Rosada (Government House), the awe-inspiring Metropolitan Cathedral, and the storied Cabildo, a relic of Spanish colonial rule. At the opposite end of Avenida de Mayo stands the imposing Congress building, a testament to Argentina's rich political history.
The journey southward takes us to San Telmo Market, where the city's vibrant energy comes to life. From there, we venture into the birthplace of Tango, La Boca, a kaleidoscope of colors and culture. Along Caminito Street, you will encounter talented artists showcasing their mesmerizing Tango-inspired artworks.
Continuing our exploration, we briefly pause at Puerto Madero, a once-abandoned port district now transformed into a sleek, modern enclave. The contrasts in the Buenos Aires landscape are both striking and intriguing.
Our path then leads us to Palermo, a neighborhood adorned with lush parks, including the old City Zoo, the Botanical Garden, the Argentine Horse track, the esteemed National Polo Field, and the Planetarium. Here, nature and leisure converge harmoniously.
To culminate this remarkable journey, we visit Recoleta, one of Buenos Aires most glamorous neighborhoods, known for its elegant charm and rich history and its Cemetery, where Eva Perón rests in peace.
At the end of the tour, we will take you back to your hotel.
Type of service: Shared
Duration: 4 hrs
Included: Transportation mentioned above, bilingual guide (English/Spanish), and entrance fee to Recoleta Cemetery.
Not included: Meals, tips.
Half-Day Dinner & Tango Show
In the evening you will be picked up from your hotel to be driven to a mythical place where you will discover one of our most ancient traditions.
Enjoy a memorable night out in Buenos Aires and experience the passion of the Argentine tango. Tango is much more than our national dance. It symbolizes our immigrant origins, the talent of our local artists, the sensuality of the Argentine woman and our way of dealing with a broken heart, dancing through tragic but eternal love stories.
Tonight, you will enjoy a professional display of tango and music with a group of local artists onstage immersed in an elegant and alluring place. The manners, ambiance, clothes and dance steps that tango lovers used to practice 100 years ago will come to life again and you will travel in time for a night.
This spectacular demonstration of the finest local dancing will be accompanied by delicious Argentine and international cuisine. Dinner will be à la carte, with drinks included so you can lose yourself in the taste of Malbec wine.
At the end of the night, we will take you back to your hotel, completely in love with the bohemian spirit of our beloved Buenos Aires.
Type of service: Shared (private transfer only)
Duration: 4 hours
Schedule: Dinner 8:00 p.m. Show 10:00 p.m.
Included: Private round trip transfers, tango show, dinner and drinks (wines from Callia Winery or similar, water and soft drinks), one bottle of champagne every two people.
Not included: Tips
Note: Formal dress is not required
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
day 8 - Tigre and Delta Tour
Today, we will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the port of Buenos Aires. We will travel on a premium-class boat, sail along the Rio de la Plata, and admire the views as we navigate through the northern neighborhoods, heading upstream towards the Tigre Delta.
While gliding through the islands, stilt houses, and floating markets of the delta, we'll enjoy a traditional Argentine sweet alfajor with black coffee on board. After a cruise of approximately 1 hour, we will arrive in Tigre.
Tigre is the Argentine capital of rowing clubs, where you can savor a traditional Argentine snack, empanadas, at the Vivanco Restaurant of the Italian Rowing Club. We will then spend some time exploring the "Puerto de Frutos" before concluding our journey back to downtown Buenos Aires by land. Along the way, we'll stroll through the Victorica promenade and pass by the Tigre Naval Museum.
Notes: On December 25 and January 1, the tour only operates in the afternoon and does not include a snack. The Tigre Naval Museum is not visited.
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 9 - Day at Leisure in Buenos Aires
Day at leisure in Buenos Aires. Our suggestion is to explore the Pampas, with a visit to a working ranch in San Antonio de Areco, El Ombu, about 1h45 minutes from Buenos Aires. This quaint town is considered "the birthplace" of the gauchos, the Argentine cowboys. This is not included in your program, but we'd be happy to quote this for you, just let us know.
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 10 - Transfer to Airport & Pick Up in Iguazú Falls
Transfer Buenos Aires Hotel to Buenos Aires International Airport Jorge Newbery (AEP), private service. At the appropriate time, you will be taken to the International Airport Jorge Newbery (AEP) to take your next flight.
Type of service: Private
Approximate transfer duration: 30 minutes.
Included: Transportation mentioned above
Transfer Puerto Iguazú Airport / Hotel in Puerto Iguazú
Welcome to Puerto Iguazu!!
The small border town of Puerto Iguazú is the gateway to visit the impressive Iguazú Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage site, making it a must-see destination for any traveler visiting Argentina. You will have the day to relax and enjoy the tropical climate and jungle setting.
Upon arrival to Puerto Iguazú, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
Type of service: Semiprivate
Included: Transportation mentioned above
Guide assistance during the transfer
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 11 - Full-Day Iguazú Falls Argentine Side
Today we will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to Iguazú National Park, on the Argentine side. The falls are surrounded by a humid subtropical forest where the exuberant vegetation is home to many different species of wildlife. Our guide will help you spot some of them: toucans, parrots and coatis, just to name a few!
Lower and upper walkways weave in and around the falls, permitting up-close and personal experiences with this magnificent spectacle of nature. The Argentine side of the falls is filled with a myriad of paths, and walkways which allow you to have an experience from many different perspectives.
You will also have the chance to visit the “Devil's Throat”; the largest of the falls and for many, the most spellbinding. To get to the Devil's Throat, you’ll take the ecological train and then walk out along boardwalks. -- Please note that visits are temporarily suspended until further notice due to maintenance tasks --
After walking around and taking pictures of waterfalls, animals and plants, you will have some free time to eat lunch in this amazing environment. This exciting, 7-hour excursion is highly recommended in order to experience the true power of Iguazú Falls!!
Not included: Entrance fee to the Iguazú National Park (Argentinian side), meals (lunch/box lunch), boat ride (if you want to add a navigation please ask your travel agent).
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 12 - Half-Day Iguazú Falls Brazilian Side
Today we will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to Foz do Iguazú National Park, on the Brazilian side. Don't forget your passport!
While Argentina has 80% of the falls on its side, Brazil has the best panoramic view. On the Argentinian side, you have the sensation of being right inside the falls, but only by visiting the Brazilian side you will fully appreciate the immensity of Iguazú falls.
At the entrance of the National Park, you will get a bus with accompanied by a guide that will take your to the falls.
Take your time to enjoy it and feel it. Stroll the different walkways and feel the spray of water in your face. Take the boardwalk over the Salto Santa María, it feels like walking on the water! Get closer to the Devil's Throat and feel the power of water!
Once the tour is over, take the bus that will leave you at the access gate from where you will be driven to your hotel.
Not included: Entrance fee to the Iguazú National Park (Brazilian side), meals (lunch/box lunch)
(IMPORTANT: Starting April 10, 2025, passport holders from the United States, Australia and Canada will require an e-visa to enter Brazil. It is recommended to apply for it 2 months before traveling (in case additional documentation is required after the initial application). Where to obtain it and more information: https://brazil.vfsevisa.com)
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 13 - Transfer to Airport & Pick Up in Rio de Janeiro
At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to Foz de Iguazú airport to take your flight.
Type of service: Semiprivate
Included: Transportation mentioned above
Guide assistance during transfer
Transfer Rio de Janeiro Airport / Rio de Janeiro Hotel
Upon arrival, you will be driven to the hotel and have the rest of the day to explore this lively city or spend time relaxing by the beach.
We will pick you up at your hotel and to the neighbourhood of Urca, where Sugar Loaf is located. The visit is made in two steps by cable car. The first one will take us to Urca Hill, which is 705 feet high and has a breathtaking view of the Guanabara Bay and its islands, the Rio-Niterói bridge and Corcovado hill. From there, we will board a second cable car that will go up to the top of the mountain, with 1296 feet high and a splendid view from Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress and some beaches of Niterói.
At the end of the tour, we will take you back to your hotel.
(NOTE: We recommend you to bring sunglasses, sunscreen and water)
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
day 15 - Full-Day Corcovado & Botanical Garden
We will pick you up at your hotel and go to Cosme Velho neighbourhood, where we will take the cog train that will go through the Tijuca Forest up to Christ the Redeemer statue. Once there, you will have a panoramic and extraordinary view of Rio, including the Sugar Loaf, the Guanabara Bay, Southern Zone beaches, and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon.
After a lunch break, we will continue to the Botanical Garden visit. The Botanical Garden was founded in 1808 by king D. João VI, with the purpose to create a garden for acclimatization of plant species from other parts of the world. Until today it is one of the most iconic sites of Rio and a very important centre of botanical research. The place holds about 7,200 species of plants, the Imperial Palm trees, with it's incredible height, are the main attraction of the Garden. The area of 141 hectares shelter the most exotic flora from many parts of Brazil, like the Vitoria Regia and the wild orchid from the Amazon Forest. The walk also permits you to see several threatened species of extinction, as the brazilwood.
