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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN RIO DE JANEIRO Welcome to South America's capital of glamour--Rio de Janeiro, where your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
- Day 2 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 statue of Christ the Redeemer. Enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama, which affords sweeping views of the city and beaches below. ? The afternoon and evening are at leisure. ? 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 3 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 choose 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 Sugar Loaf Mountain.
- Day 4 RIO DE JANEIRO-BUENOS AIRES ? Transfer to the airport and fly to Buenos Aires, meet your Local Guide, and transfer to your hotel. (B)
- Day 5 BUENOS AIRES </BR> ? After breakfast, your private tour takes you along the widest avenue in the world to see the Teatro Colón Opera House, the pride of Buenos Aires. You'll also visit the Avenida de Mayo and Plaza de Mayo, surrounded by La Casa Rosada (the President's Pink House), and the Cabildo, which was the first City Hall. Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, which houses San Martin's Mausoleum. Continue to the oldest district in Buenos Aires, San Telmo, then stop by vibrant hues of La Boca and Palermo. Finish your city tour with a visit to Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Perón and a highlight of the city. ? This evening, you may opt to enjoy dinner and a traditional Tango show--Argentina's famed passionate dance. (B)INSIDER PICKSThe Tango and Argentina go hand in hand. Treat yourself to a visit to a local tango house to see this passionate dance performed in its authentic style, while dining on Argentine cuisine and wine!
- Day 6 BUENOS AIRES ? Today is free to explore. Consider an optional excursion to visit a traditional estancia (ranch) to experience the lifestyle of the gauchos, or cruise down the Tigre River surrounded by beautiful landscapes and impressive homes. (B)INSIDER PICKSEstancias date back to the 16th century during Spanish colonization when conquistadors where gifted land to raise and breed cattle. Today, these lands and traditions that go along with them have been passed down from generation to generation. Today, 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 7 BUENOS AIRES </BR> Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)
Name: Independent Rio de Janeiro City Stay with Buenos Aires
Brand: Globus
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: City Stay
Start City: Rio de Janeiro
End City: Buenos Aires
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. 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.
Meals: Buffet breakfast daily
