Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls Tour

6 Days

From $ 799

About this SAAT Travel tour: Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls

The Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls tour combines the bright lights of Buenos Aires with the awesome spectacle of Iguazu Falls. Argentina’s capital is a fast-paced city full to bursting with galleries, live music venues, excellent restaurants, stylish bars, and an exciting amalgamation of the old and the new. On this packed Buenos Aires city tour you’ll see all the highlights, as well as having time to relax and explore independently. The trip then continues on to the impressive Iguazu. With over 270 separate falls set amid a lush jungle of bromeliads, orchids and brightly colored butterflies, Iguazu Falls is one of the largest and most spectacular waterfalls in the world. South America Adventure Travel offers quality adventures, always at an affordable price, so explore Argentina with us on this flexible package to Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls.

Day 1
Arrival in Argentina

Buenos Aires
Upon arrival at the airport in Buenos Aires you will be welcomed, escorted to your hotel and briefed on all your travel plans for your stay in Argentina. The rest of the day is free for you to spend either relaxing, or exploring some of the nearby areas. One option would be to visit Recoleta Cemetery, a stunning site surrounded by Parisian-style cafes and bars, and a busy arts and crafts market on the weekends. It is here that Evita Peron's grave can be found, along with those of other notable characters. In the evening we recommend you visit one of the city's many famous steak-houses. Your Argentina Travel Expert will be happy to give you advice, and to make both recommendations and reservations for you.

Day 2
Paris of Latin America

Buenos Aires
The Buenos Aires guided tour takes in many of the city's main attractions, including La Boca, San Telmo, the Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, the cathedral and the old Town Hall, before continuing on to the elegant Barrio Norte and finishing in the quieter residential neighborhood of Palermo. In the evening you will be attending a 'Dinner and Tango' show, with the very best of Argentine cuisine accompanied by some fabulous wines. Following dinner the Tango show will begin, it's a passionate and intense dance, and over the course of the evening you'll have the opportunity to see various dance styles and to hear many of Argentina's most beloved numbers. (Meals - B, D)

Day 3
Buenos Aires at your Leisure

Buenos Aires
This day is left free for you to enjoy Buenos Aires as you wish, either exploring on your own or taking one of our many extra options. If this day falls on a Sunday you could take a stroll around the San Telmo Flea Market. Alternatively, you could take a morning walk thorough Palermo Woods and the Rose Garden before stopping for lunch and visiting the Evita Museum or the MALBA Museum of Latin American Art in the afternoon. Another great option is the day trip to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay. Just ask your Argentina Travel Expert for advice and suggestions. (Meals - B)

Day 4
Cily Lights to the Falls

Buenos Aires to Iguazu
Following breakfast in your hotel in Buenos Aires you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazu, the small town close to the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your comfortable hotel in the town. In the afternoon you will head out into the rainforest on an exciting adventure excursion to explore the rich jungle habitat of the area. You'll ride in specially adapted vehicles about five miles from Puerto Iguazu to the shores of the Parana River where you'll enjoy light trekking, rappelling and a canopy tour. (Meals - B)

Day 5
Exploring Iguazu

Iguazu
Today you'll visit Iguazu where you'll be able to explore the jungle trails that surround the spectacular falls. In order to protect local wildlife, elevated catwalks have been built to prevent disruption to natural habitats and trails. These circuits give you the unique experience of being surrounded by the jungle, seeing and experiencing the magnitude of the falls from close quarters. In the afternoon you'll take a truck ride through the jungle to the river pier, where you'll board a fast motor boat for the 2km trip to Devil's Throat canyon in the heart of the falls. Late afternoon you'll return to your hotel and the evening is free for you to spend at your leisure. (Meals - B)

Day 6
Return to Buenos Aires

Iguazu to Buenos Aires
Following a leisurely morning at your hotel you will be transferred to the airport, either for your flight back to Buenos Aires and home, or on to another one of South America Adventure Travel's exciting Latin American destinations. The operations team at SAAT Argentina would like to thank you for your interest in having us arrange your trip to Argentina. (Meals - B)