Brazil and Argentina: A Tailor-Made Journey

9 days from $7,410

Cities and Waterfalls

Discover the intriguing cities of Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro from the mural-filled streets of La Boca to the fabled beach of Ipanema. Take in a tango show, ride a cog railway to Christ the Redeemer, and savor Brazilian specialties on a tasting tour. Balance culture with natural wonders, witnessing the majesty of Iguazu Falls on private tours of both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides.

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Highlights

Experience Buenos Aires in full color—from the lively streets of La Boca to the graceful, tree‑lined boulevards of Palermo.
Immerse yourself in the soul of Argentina with an unforgettable tango performance.
Discover Rio de Janeiro’s icons on a private guided tour, from Christ the Redeemer to the golden beach of Copacabana.
Stand in the mist of the mighty Iguazú Falls, exploring both the Argentine and Brazilian sides with your private guide.

Sample Itinerary

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The following itinerary is a sampling of the experiences that we offer on a Tailor-Made Journey. Working with our country specialists, you can customize your itinerary to fit your timing, your budget, and your interests, including accommodations, activities, and the places you visit.

Day 1 — Buenos Aires, Argentina

Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, meet your private driver and guide for a seamless transfer to your hotel. Settle in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure after your international flight.

Legado Mitico Buenos Aires

Day 2 — Buenos Aires

Enjoy a full day at leisure to discover the city at your own pace. Each district offers a distinct personality, from bohemian corners to refined boulevards. Consider a guided visit to the landmark Teatro Colón, celebrated for its French Renaissance architecture and world‑class acoustics. This evening, take a shared transfer to the El Querandí Tango Show, an intimate performance accompanied by dinner. (B,D)

Legado Mitico Buenos Aires

Day 3 — Buenos Aires

Dive deeper into the city today with a themed tour tailored to your interests—perhaps exploring Palermo’s parks, Recoleta’s elegance, or the city’s renowned markets, museums, and historic cafés. Buenos Aires comes alive after dark, and if you're feeling energetic, another nighttime experience can be arranged.(B)

Legado Mitico Buenos Aires

Day 4 — Iguazú Falls

Take a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguazú. On arrival, meet your guide and begin exploring the Argentine side of the falls. Start at the Visitors’ Centre before taking the jungle train to elevated walkways offering dramatic views of the cascades. Stand close to the thundering Devil’s Throat, where mist rises in dramatic clouds, before crossing into Brazil to continue to your hotel. (B)

Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

Day 5 — Iguazú Falls

Spend today at leisure wandering the trails surrounding the falls, or take in additional viewpoints from within the national park. (B)

Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

Day 6 — Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Take a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro, stopping en route to enjoy the sweeping panoramas from the Brazilian side of Iguazú Falls. Upon arriving in Rio, meet your guide for your transfer to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)

Hotel Emiliano

Day 7 — Rio de Janeiro

Your private guide introduces you to Rio’s iconic highlights on a full‑day tour. Begin at the famed beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema before ascending Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for panoramic bay views. In the afternoon, ride the cog railway up Corcovado Mountain to stand beneath Christ the Redeemer, gazing across the city from its most legendary vantage point. (B)

Hotel Emiliano

Day 8 — Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy a leisurely final day in Rio— wander along the beachfront, explore independently, or choose from a variety of excursions. This evening, join a local food guide for a tasting experience showcasing some of the city’s best small plates and craft drinks. (B, D)

Hotel Emiliano

Day 9 — Return home

Meet your driver for your transfer to the airport and join your onward flight. (B)

Included meals are denoted as follows: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Reception (R), Dinner (D)

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Legado Mitico Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina

You could easily not notice the subtle entrance to Legado Mitico on this cobbled street of Palermo, a small sign and a tiny row of manicured trees are all that makes it stand out from the residential properties in this fashionable area of Buenos Aires.

The eleven rooms are all themed on great Argentines, from La Primera Dama (Evita to the English) to the Reconquistador, each decorated to a high standard, with all mod cons that you would expect beautifully mixed with classic furniture.

On the ground floor you will find a peaceful library which opens onto a small courtyard well away from the hustle and bustle of the city, while on the top floor you will come across an open air Jacuzzi. The service here is as discreet as the furnishings and will leave you wanting for nothing.

Belmond Hotel das Cataratas
Iguaçú National Park, Brazil

The only hotel located within Iguaçú National Park, this Portuguese colonial residence is adjacent to the falls, presenting exclusive access to the area at evening and dawn when the park is closed to outside visitors. The property features a large swimming pool surrounded by orchid gardens, two restaurants with an outdoor veranda bar and a spa featuring treatments inspired by the Amazon. Guest rooms include wood floors, work by Brazilian artist Ludmilla de Montes and traditional painted tiles designed exclusively for the hotel.

Hotel Emiliano
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Located in one of São Paulo's most charming and modern neighborhoods, the Emiliano is in the heart of Jardins: on Rua Oscar Freire, an address that is also a symbol of the city. The hotel is surrounded by shops, art galleries, renowned restaurants, cozy cafes, and offices of important companies. It is only two kilometers from the city's two main economic hubs, between Avenida Paulista and Avenida Faria Lima.

Gift Membership - Friends of Smithsonian

When you travel on a Tailor-Made Journey, you will receive a Friends of the Smithsonian Archivist Circle membership*. Benefits include:

An annual Smithsonian calendar with full-color images of exceptional art and artifacts, mailed in the fall.
Subscription to Smithsonian, the award-winning magazine of the arts, sciences, and history.
Invitations to four exclusive virtual programs for Friends of the Smithsonian members with Smithsonian experts.
Access to special members‑only hours at select Smithsonian venues.
10% discount in Smithsonian Museum Stores (good on purchases up to $200); 10% discount with the SmithsonianStore.com, and Folkways Recordings
Special member rate for tickets to the Smithsonian’s IMAX® theaters and Einstein Planetarium.
Free admission to the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
A complimentary copy of the Smithsonian annual pocket guide profiling exhibitions and work across the Institution.
Invitation to a special welcome members-only tour at a Smithsonian Museum (offered one time to Archivists upon joining at this level).

*Offer only available for first-time Smithsonian members.

Travel Insurance

For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes a basic medical expense and evacuation plan through Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand, at no additional charge. This plan provides post-departure Medical and Dental coverage of $250,000 per person and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage of $1,000,000 per person (U.S. Residents Only). Note: For full details regarding these coverages please review the following Plan Documents here.

In addition, we recommend that travelers purchase a travel protection plan to help protect their travel investment from unforeseen events such as cancellation due to illness, flight delays due to adverse weather, baggage loss, and more. For your convenience, Smithsonian Journeys offers an optional Travel Protection Plan administered by Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand. For those interested, optional "Cancel for Any Reason" coverage is available for an additional charge. Note: Certain eligibility requirements apply and Cancel for Any Reason coverage is not available to New York residents. For full details regarding this coverage please review the following Plan Documents here.

To learn more about the Travel Protection Plan, you may visit https://www.generalipartner.com/smithsonianjourneys or call the administrator, Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand at (866) 501-3252.