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Buenos Aires to Rio Explorer

17 days
From Buenos Aires to Mangaratiba
4.6
53 traveler reviews
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
Ages 15+
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Highlights

  • Explore Buenos Aires' historic Microcentro
  • Stroll through Colonia's cobblestone streets
  • Experience life on a Uruguayan ranch
  • Witness the majestic Iguazu Falls
  • Relax on the pristine beaches of Ilha Grande

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Buenos Aires
  2. Day 2 Colonia del Sacramento
  3. Day 3 Colonia del Sacramento / Estancia Stay
  4. Day 4 Estancia Stay
  5. Day 5 Estancia Stay
  6. Day 6 Overnight Bus - Iguazu Falls
  7. Day 7 Iguazu Falls (Brazilian Side)
  8. Day 8 Iguazu Falls (Argentinian side)
  9. Day 9 Rio de Janeiro
  10. Day 10 Rio de Janeiro
  11. Day 11 Paraty
  12. Day 12 Paraty
  13. Day 13 Ilha Grande
  14. Day 14 Ilha Grande
  15. Day 15 Ilha Grande
  16. Day 16 Rio de Janeiro
  17. Day 17 Rio de Janeiro
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Intrepid Travel

Number of tours

1,095

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

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9 hours

Response rate

76%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Itinerary
    Good
    4.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Transport
    Good
    3.7
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.6
  • Food
    Good
    3.6
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  • WP
    · December 9th, 2019
    Good variety of experiences and excellent guides.
    Trip date: November 2019
  • Buenos Aires to Rio Explorer reviewer 2
    · June 20th, 2018
    Lorenzo as guide in AR, UR and part of BR was superior. Natalie in BR was adequate but barely so. Accommodations, Travel and other logistics was as advertised and correctly described. The booking process/staff left something to be desired as it was not timely and questions were at best obtusely answered. I would (and am) entertaining using Intrepid again.
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    Hi Raymond, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted that you enjoyed your time in South America with us - such a fabulous part of the world! But we are a little disappointed to hear that you weren't 100% satisfied... Show more
    Trip date: June 2018
  • FR
    · January 2nd, 2018
    Great tour, loved it
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    Trip date: December 2017
  • TN
    · December 23rd, 2017
    It was a great trip packed with highlights!
    Trip date: December 2017
  • R
    · June 14th, 2014
    Hi did this trip as one of the four legs of the...
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    Trip date: May 2014
  • Buenos Aires to Rio Explorer reviewer 6
    · May 30th, 2014
    Before that tour I had some doubts if it's...
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    Trip date: March 2014
  • Buenos Aires to Rio Explorer reviewer 7
    · February 9th, 2013
    Last time I'll travel with Intrepid. G Adventures is a far better company for group travel.
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    Trip date: January 2013
  • A
    · May 8th, 2010
    We were very very happy with our trip. We had a wonderful time. We loved our leader, our group and the places that we visited.
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    Trip date: April 2010
  • A
    · May 4th, 2010
    Trip exceeded expectations, saw so much over the trip and any stress taken out of it by Sebastian organising everything. Felt we saw the best features of everywhere we went. Great likeminded group too.
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    Trip date: April 2010
  • A
    · August 3rd, 2010
    This was an amazing trip, every day was different and everything we did was massively enjoyable. Wish it hadn\'t gone by so fast!!
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    Trip date: July 2010

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    Debbie

    Asked on July 18th, 2025

    Does this tour include visit to Montevideo? I can see it shows on the itinerary map but it doesn't mention anything on tour itinerary description?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      Please be informed that this trip does not include a visit to Montevideo.

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    Elena

    Asked on June 20th, 2025

    I have traveled with Tourradar before and would like this tour. However I am a single female traveling alone and would like a single room . How much is the cost ?

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    Single supplement
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2025

      A single supplement is available for $610 if you prefer not to share a room on this trip. Please note that the single supplement does not apply to Days 3, 4, and 5 (Estancia) and Day 6 (Overnight Bus), where accommodation is shared and subject to availability.

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    Ken

    Asked on September 28th, 2024

    Can you please let me know advised tip amount per person per day in US dollars.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten September 2024

      You may consider tipping your group leader or local representative for outstanding service throughout your trip. The amount is entirely a personal preference however as a guideline 4-7 USD or EUR per person (in a currency relevant to your destination), per day can be used.

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    Grace

    Asked on August 6th, 2024

    Do you have any availability for anything?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten August 2024

      We do have a 20DEC2024 - 05JAN2025 departure that still has availability. Cost would be $3,740 USD per person and a single supplement is available if you'd like to have it added on.

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      Grace

      TravelerWritten August 2024

      How much is the single supplement?

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten August 2024

      The single supplement would be an additional $715 USD. If you are a solo traveler and are okay sharing your accommodations with another solo of the same gender then you are not obligated to purchase a single supplement.

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    Jose

    Asked on May 30th, 2024

    Can someone please call us. We have multiple questions regarding tours.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2024

      We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 800 is required to confirm your space.

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    Stephen

    Asked on April 13th, 2024

    How much is single supplement

    Single supplement
    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2024

      A single supplement is available for $940 if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Days 3,4,5 (Estancia) and Day 6 (Overnight Bus) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability.

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    Shelley

    Asked on April 5th, 2024

    Are any breakfasts or dinners included in this trip. I'll be travelling by myself. Do I have to pay for a single supplement, if I want a private room?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2024

      Yes, you need to book a single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Days 3,4,5 (Estancia) and Day 6 (Overnight Bus) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Request your own room from $715. Included Meals 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners.

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  • Plugs & Adapters

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Argentina and Uruguay. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Argentina and Brazil. Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Uruguay. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Brazil. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before December 29th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 29th, 2025, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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