10 Day Argentina & Brazil Highlights (Including Carnival) (2024)

Now that you know Buenos Aires like a Porteño the day is yours to explore! Join in a day at the Polo where you'll learn about the traditional Argentine game, learn how to play and even partake in a game of your own. If you're more comfortable out on the water, opt to experience the Tigre Delta for the day on a relaxing boat ride, or if you want to stay on dry land enjoy a short bike ride around the surrounding areas.

No matter what you choose, we'll all dive into a delicious regional lunch. Weather permitting you can even swim and kayak. In love with the city life of Buenos Aires? Then spend some time exploring the museums and/or the shops in Palermo. There truly is something for everyone. (B)

Landing in Puerto Iguazu we'll hop over the border and dig our toes into Brazilian soil for the first time, clapping eyes on yet another astounding natural wonder. Listen out for all those oohhs and aahhs. A collection of 275 individual waterfalls, Iguassu Falls sprawls both Brazil and Argentina, with both sides offering up stunning UNESCO World Heritage parks and views.

Today though, is all about the Brazilian side, and what better way to see the falls from every angle than with an optional helicopter ride, taking the term ‘birds eye view' to a whole new level. Go on – treat yo' self! For those keeping feet on the ground, take your time exploring the Parque Nacional do Iguaçu.

Tonight, dinners packing a serious punch – we'll be treating you to an authentic Brazilian BBQ dinner. Say hello to the meat sweats… (B/D) Stay: Foz Plaza Hotel (or similar)

Catch you later Iguassu – Rio, we're coming in hot… If Rio knows one thing, it's how to p-a-r-t-y, so having fun in this life loving city is already a given. But first things first – let's get acquainted with our surroundings a little better.

After a quick orientation tour, the afternoon is then yours to explore as you please, though given our hotel's beachfront location, we reckon you'll only have one thing on your mind. (B) Stay: Selina Copacabana (or similar)

Excuse us while we cry into our caipirinhas - today is our last full day on trip. But before the emotions run too high, let's make sure we see it out with a bang, Rio style.

First up is a visit to Christ the Redeemer, a New Wonder of the World. Standing at an impressive 30m high (98ft), this religious monument casts an almighty shadow over the city below, and will be a moment you won't be forgetting anytime soon.

This afternoon, how does a boat cruise sound? Featuring co*cktails, tunes and good times, it'd be rude not to. Afterwards, we'll enjoy an included farewell dinner together. (B/D) Stay: Selina Copacabana (or similar)

Now that you know Buenos Aires like a Porteño the day is yours to explore! Join in a day at the Polo where you'll learn about the traditional Argentine game, learn how to play and even partake in a game of your own. If you're more comfortable out on the water, opt to experience the Tigre Delta for the day on a relaxing boat ride, or if you want to stay on dry land enjoy a short bike ride around the surrounding areas.

No matter what you choose, we'll all dive into a delicious regional lunch. Weather permitting you can even swim and kayak. In love with the city life of Buenos Aires? Then spend some time exploring the museums and/or the shops in Palermo. There truly is something for everyone. (B)

Landing in Puerto Iguazu we'll hop over the border and dig our toes into Brazilian soil for the first time, clapping eyes on yet another astounding natural wonder. Listen out for all those oohhs and aahhs. A collection of 275 individual waterfalls, Iguassu Falls sprawls both Brazil and Argentina, with both sides offering up stunning UNESCO World Heritage parks and views.

Today though, is all about the Brazilian side, and what better way to see the falls from every angle than with an optional helicopter ride, taking the term ‘birds eye view' to a whole new level. Go on – treat yo' self! For those keeping feet on the ground, take your time exploring the Parque Nacional do Iguaçu.

Tonight, dinners packing a serious punch – we'll be treating you to an authentic Brazilian BBQ dinner. Say hello to the meat sweats… (B/D) Stay: Foz Plaza Hotel (or similar)

Catch you later Iguassu – Rio, we're coming in hot… If Rio knows one thing, it's how to p-a-r-t-y, so having fun in this life loving city is already a given. But first things first – let's get acquainted with our surroundings a little better.

After a quick orientation tour, the afternoon is then yours to explore as you please, though given our hotel's beachfront location, we reckon you'll only have one thing on your mind. (B) Stay: Selina Copacabana (or similar)

Excuse us while we cry into our caipirinhas - today is our last full day on trip. But before the emotions run too high, let's make sure we see it out with a bang, Rio style.

First up is a visit to Christ the Redeemer, a New Wonder of the World. Standing at an impressive 30m high (98ft), this religious monument casts an almighty shadow over the city below, and will be a moment you won't be forgetting anytime soon.

This afternoon, how does a boat cruise sound? Featuring co*cktails, tunes and good times, it'd be rude not to. Afterwards, we'll enjoy an included farewell dinner together. (B/D) Stay: Selina Copacabana (or similar)

• Tour Buenos Aires with a local - Experience the passion and glamour of Argentina’s capital city, with an expert guide showing you the sights.
• Do dinner and a Tango show - You can’t go to Argentina and not watch live Tango dancing! It’s wrong. Like eating a steak without a glass of red.
• Fly into Iguassu - Get set to tick another travel goal off the bucket list. We’re jetting straight into the gateway for Iguassu Falls.
• Explore Iguassu National Park - This World Wonder is a fiesta for the imagination. The cascades of spraying waterfalls and subtropical forest make an epic backdrop
• Try churrascaria in Iguassu - There ain’t no BBQ like a Brazilian BBQ! Grab your Contiki fam and feast on these grilled skewers.
• Admire Devil's Throat waterfalls - These colossal falls make the ultimate backdrop for a group selfie. Strike a pose with your Contiki fam.
• Visit the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls -
• Jet into Rio de Janeiro - Woohoo! We’re en route to Brazil's carnival capital. Try to catch a glimpse of the Christ the Redeemer statue from the sky
• Take a tour of Rio - Christ the Redeemer. Sugarloaf. Copacabana. Ipanema. It’s all here to fill up up your heart and your Insta feed.
• See Christ the Redeemer - This needs no introduction. Tick this iconic statue off your #travelgoals bucket list. And don’t forget your camera.
• Guanabara Bay Cruise - Take a cruise along the arcing Guanabara Bay and enjoy Caiprinas and music
• Bid Farewell with a Feast - Spend some time with your Contiki crew, while you dine on your final meal of this trip with at a local spot. Goodbyes might be bittersweet, but the food sure is so much more than that!

• 9 Breakfast (B)
• 3 Dinner (D)

• 9 nights in Hotels

• Expert Trip Manager + Driver Team + Local Guides

• Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
• Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

• Tour Buenos Aires with a local - Experience the passion and glamour of Argentina’s capital city, with an expert guide showing you the sights.
• Do dinner and a Tango show - You can’t go to Argentina and not watch live Tango dancing! It’s wrong. Like eating a steak without a glass of red.
• Fly into Iguassu - Get set to tick another travel goal off the bucket list. We’re jetting straight into the gateway for Iguassu Falls.
• Explore Iguassu National Park - This World Wonder is a fiesta for the imagination. The cascades of spraying waterfalls and subtropical forest make an epic backdrop
• Try churrascaria in Iguassu - There ain’t no BBQ like a Brazilian BBQ! Grab your Contiki fam and feast on these grilled skewers.
• Admire Devil's Throat waterfalls - These colossal falls make the ultimate backdrop for a group selfie. Strike a pose with your Contiki fam.
• Visit the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls -
• Jet into Rio de Janeiro - Woohoo! We’re en route to Brazil's carnival capital. Try to catch a glimpse of the Christ the Redeemer statue from the sky
• Take a tour of Rio - Christ the Redeemer. Sugarloaf. Copacabana. Ipanema. It’s all here to fill up up your heart and your Insta feed.
• See Christ the Redeemer - This needs no introduction. Tick this iconic statue off your #travelgoals bucket list. And don’t forget your camera.
• Guanabara Bay Cruise - Take a cruise along the arcing Guanabara Bay and enjoy Caiprinas and music
• Bid Farewell with a Feast - Spend some time with your Contiki crew, while you dine on your final meal of this trip with at a local spot. Goodbyes might be bittersweet, but the food sure is so much more than that!

• 9 Breakfast (B)
• 3 Dinner (D)

• 9 nights in Hotels

• Expert Trip Manager + Driver Team + Local Guides

• Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
• Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Contiki Worldwide (2024-25)

Where will you go? Choose from 200 trips across 6 continents. Landscapes or cityscapes. Island hopping or slope shredding. Wanna see new places with new faces? Whatever your vibe and wherever you’re headed, rest assured that we’ve got you covered. Here are some of our favourite trips from across the globe.

Contiki Worldwide (2024-25)

Where will you go? Choose from 200 trips across 6 continents. Landscapes or cityscapes. Island hopping or slope shredding. Wanna see new places with new faces? Whatever your vibe and wherever you’re headed, rest assured that we’ve got you covered. Here are some of our favourite trips from across the globe.