Overview
Independent Brazil & Argentina with Brazil’s Amazon
When my baby smiles at me, I go to Rio! You’ll be smiling from ear to ear on this Globus Independent vacation in Brazil and Argentina with plenty of free time in Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and the Amazon Rainforest. And while it takes two to tango, it only takes you to choreograph the perfect vacation in South America. Begin in the Amazon Rainforest with a naturalist guide and discover the flora and fauna that thrive in the Brazilian Amazon. From Brazilian barbecue and bathing beauties on the beaches, to the heights of Christ the Redeemer in Rio and the roaring thunder of Iguassu Falls, a Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to design your days and fill your nights with Latin flair. Your Local Guide is on hand with included sightseeing, while helping you make the most of your free time with optional excursions to spice things up with your own personal taste. Treat yourself to a tour that is exclusively yours with free time, me time, and optional adventures that speak to your independent spirit!
Highlights of Independent Brazil & Argentina with Brazil’s Amazon
Travelers Notes
Special features included in this tour:
- Private guided sightseeing in Manaus includes the opera house and a local farmers market
- 2-night Amazon eco-lodge experience with activities
- Private guided sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, including the Cosme Velho district
- A cog-wheel train ride to the top of Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue
- Private guided tour of Iguassu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentine sides
- Ecological Jungle Train ride and Devil’s Throat boardwalk views
- Private guided sightseeing in Buenos Aires featuring the Teatro Colón Opera House, Avenida de Mayo, and Plaza de Mayo
- Walk through the San Telmo, Buenos Aires' oldest district, and lively La Boca.
- Visit to the Metropolitan Cathedral, home to San Martin’s Mausoleum
- Visit Palermo for a guided visit of the historic Recoleta Cemetery
Product Group
Independent Brazil & Argentina
Independent Tour
Venture further to enjoy the world your way without the group. The experts at Globus put Peace of Mind first in travel planning. We take care of the details with included hotel accommodations, daily breakfasts and select meals, guided sightseeing, and transportation between cities. Explore confidently, knowing your Globus Local Hosts and GlobusGO mobile app provide you with tips and recommendations to personalize your tour and see the world your way.
UNESCO Sites
Iguazu National Park
Notes
Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and includes private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Local Guide service is provided in Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, and Buenos Aires. A naturalist is provided in the Amazon. Intra-vacation flights are not included but can be added. Unless otherwise noted, some services may be shared with other travelers.For the Amazon adventure, guests should be prepared for eco-lodging due to their remote nature in the rainforest. The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. Water levels are historically low during the drought months of September – November. When conditions are unfavorable, alternative eco-lodging and excursions will be provided. Further, guests should be prepared for sustained walking, possibly muddy conditions, and have the ability to get into/out of small watercraft such as canoes and small fishing boats.
Meals
Buffet breakfast daily; 2 lunches; 2 three-course dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN MANAUS After arriving at your hotel, meet up for private city sightseeing to view vestiges of Manaus’ glory days during the rubber boom. Your first stop will be the famous opera house, built in 1896, with materials imported from Europe. Next, visit a bustling local market filled with regional foods and wares.
Day 2
MANAUS–AMAZON JUNGLE Today, your “Meeting of the Waters” cruise passes by the impressive British-built Customs House and the floating port. Cruise along the chocolate-hued Rio Negro to its confluence with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões, where the two rivers form the mighty Amazon. For four miles, the differently shaded bodies of water flow side- by- side and never mix! After lunch on the river, explore a jungle island (seasonal) with fascinating native flora and fauna. Later this afternoon, arrive at the eco-lodge, situated on the banks of the Rio Negro inside the Amazon rainforest. (B,L,D)Please note:The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. When conditions are unfavorable (drought season is generally September – November), alternative eco-lodging and excursions will be provided.
Day 3
AMAZON JUNGLE Accompanied by a naturalist, enjoy a guided jungle walk that introduces you to the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon. After lunch, depart the lodge and sail up the river to visit with a Caboclo native to learn about their traditions and culture. Later, visit the Monkey Jungle Reserve (seasonal), where researchers work to rehabilitate captive primates and reintroduce them to the jungle. Here, you have the opportunity to see the feeding of spider, squirrel, woolly, and capuchin monkeys. This evening, maybe venture back out with your naturalist via canoe into the flooded forest to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night. Keep watch for small alligators (and other night creatures)!(B,L,D)
Day 4
AMAZON JUNGLE–RIO DE JANEIRO This morning, depart your Amazon lodge for a flight to fabulous Rio. Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and transfer to your hotel, where your Local Guide will be available with suggested activities during your free time. (B)
Day 5
RIO DE JANEIRO Today, your private tour takes you to the Cosme Velho district, where you board a cog-wheel train that will take you through the lush tropical vegetation of Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain. This rounded peak, rising 2,300 feet from the bay, is one of the New7Wonders of the World and home to the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. Enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama, which affords sweeping views of the city and beaches below. The afternoon and evening are free. Tonight, you may opt to join an outing to a fun churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats that are marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style. (B)
Day 6
RIO DE JANEIRO Enjoy a full day at leisure. Your Local Host will suggest some options for your free time. (B) INSIDER PICKSThis afternoon, you may elect to discover historic Petropolis, a mountain resort and site of the former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II, or take an optional excursion to visit iconic Sugarloaf Mountain.
Day 7
RIO DE JANEIRO–IGUASSU FALLS Transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls, one of the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders, featuring 275 individual cascades stretching nearly two miles across the border of Brazil and Argentina. Upon arrival, meet your Local Guide for a private tour on the Brazilian side, offering sweeping panoramic views of this immense spectacle. Witness powerful waterfalls plunging over a vast precipice nearly two miles wide and 250 feet deep, and venture into the legendary Devil’s Throat Canyon, where thundering water, swirling mist, and brilliant 180-degree rainbows surround you for an unforgettable sensory experience.(B)
Day 8
IGUASSU FALLS. EXCURSION TO IGUASU FALLS, ARGENTINACross the border with your Local Guide for a private tour of the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls, beginning with a scenic ride aboard the open-air Ecological Jungle Train as it winds through the rainforest. From there, explore a network of boardwalks that lead you out over the falls, offering dramatic views as torrents of water plunge more than 300 feet into the awe-inspiring Devil’s Throat below. Later, return across the border to Brazil and enjoy a free afternoon and evening.(B) INSIDER PICKSYour afternoon is free to explore, or you may opt to visit the Bird Park, home to many species of indigenous birds as well as flora from the area.
Day 9
IGUASSU FALLS–BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA Transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires, the proud capital of Argentina, and the vibrant heart of South America. After transferring to your centrally located hotel, enjoy time at leisure to become acquainted with the “Paris of South America,” celebrated for its grand boulevards, elegant architecture, and lively outdoor cafés. (B)
Day 10
BUENOS AIRES After breakfast, set out on a private city tour of Buenos Aires, traveling along the world’s widest avenue for views of the iconic Teatro Colón Opera House, one of the city’s greatest cultural treasures. Continue to Avenida de Mayo and Plaza de Mayo, framed by historic landmarks, including La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House), the Cabildo, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, home to the mausoleum of national hero José de San Martín. Explore the charming streets of San Telmo, the city’s oldest neighborhood, followed by stops in colorful La Boca and elegant Palermo. Conclude your tour at Recoleta Cemetery, the final resting place of Eva Perón, and one of Buenos Aires’ most memorable highlights. This evening, you may choose to enjoy an optional dinner paired with a traditional tango show, showcasing Argentina’s world‑famous dance of passion and drama. (B) INSIDER PICKSThe tango and Argentina go hand in hand. Tonight, perhaps opt to visit a local tango house, where professional tango dancers will delight you with a tango show featuring the dance as it has evolved through the ages. Plus, dine on Argentine specialties and wine too!
Day 11
BUENOS AIRES Enjoy a full free day to further discover this extraordinary city at your own pace. You may wish to enhance your experience with an optional excursion to a traditional estancia (ranch), where you’ll gain insight into the authentic lifestyle of the legendary gauchos, or choose a scenic cruise along the Tigre River, gliding past lush landscapes and impressive waterfront homes. (B) INSIDER PICKSEstancias date back to the 16th century during Spanish colonization, when conquistadors were gifted land to raise and breed cattle. Today, the lands and traditions that go along with them have been passed down from generation to generation. Here, you have the chance to step into the traditional, local life of a gaucho and embrace Argentinean heritage during an optional trip to a traditional estancia.
Day 12
BUENOS AIRES Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)
Departures
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus | Located in the Adrianopolis district of Manaus nearby the Amazonas shopping center, the Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus features a rooftop pool with views of the city, on-site restaurant, bar, fitness center, and sauna. | Manaus | Av Umberto Calderaro Filho, 817 - Adrianopolis | First-Class |
| 2 | Ecopark Jungle Lodge | Inside the Amazon Jungle on the Rio Negro, enjoy daily excursions to learn about the flora, fauna, and indigenous tribes. Rooms feature private facilities and air-conditioning. | Manaus | Amazon | Best Available |
| 3 | Hilton Rio Copacabana | Located just steps away from the famous Copacabana beach and waterfront, Hilton Copacabana offers two sparkling swimming pools, a full-service wellness spa, multiple restaurants and bars, beachside service at Copacabana's waterfront, and comfortable and cozy guestrooms with spectacular views. | Rio de Janeiro | Avenida Atlantica 1020 | Moderate Deluxe |
| 4 | Bourbon Cataratas Hotel | The Bourbon Cataratas Resort Hotel, is strategically located near the main tourist sites of Iguassu. Exclusive and professional staff take care of every detail. | Iguassu Falls | Rodovia Das Cataratas KM 2,5 | First-Class |
| 5 | Loi Suites Recoleta | Located 1.2 miles between Florida and Corrientes Avenue, Loi Suites offers opulent suites amidst the French homes and palaces of Recoleta. The English winter garden is where afternoon tea is served. The stylish, soft gray or beige rooms at the Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel include French windows that open to gardens. Each has a CD player, satellite TV, and air conditioning. Breakfast with croissants and a cheese plate are available to guests, and both are served in the garden. Fine dining and wines are offered at La Fuente. The Loi Suites' amenities include a gym and an indoor pool. | Buenos Aires | Vicente Lopez 1955 Recoleta | First-Class |
