Overview
Your holiday begins as soon as you step off of the plane. Monograms can pick you up at the airport and get you to your hotel effortlessly. Your Local Host will meet you to help direct you to the best of Brazil’s most bustling city. The next morning, indulge in your included breakfast before you head off on your private tour of the Cosme Velho district. Climb to the top of the Corcovado Mountain aboard a cog-wheel train to see the famous statue, Christ the Redeemer. You will learn about this omnipresent peak, how it is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and stand in awe at the sweeping views of the city below. In your free time, discover Tijuca National Park by way of a Jeep tour. Discover historic Petropolis, home to the former summer Palace of Dom Pedro II, or choose to take an excursion to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain. With so many captivating sights and historical treasures, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Our goal is to make your Rio de Janeiro holiday as simple as possible. “Adeus” to the hassle of planning your holiday. Lastly, celebrate your South America adventure with three nights in the passionate city of Buenos Aires, including a comprehensive guided city tour of this historic and exciting Argentine city. When Monograms coordinates the details, you save time and money, so that your only focus is creating unforgettable memories!
Itinerary
Welcome to South America's capital of glamour-Rio de Janeiro, where your hotel is available for mid- afternoon check-in.
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)
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Your Local Host will suggest an optional Jeep tour to the rainforest in the middle of the city, Tijuca National Park, and its bird sanctuary. This 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 Sugar Loaf Mountain. (B)
Fly to Buenos Aires and transfer to your hotel. (B)
After breakfast, your private city tour takes you along the widest avenue in the world to see the Colon Theatre, 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 colourful La Boca and Palermo. Finish your city tour with a visit to Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Peron 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)
Free day to explore. (B)
Your holiday ends after breakfast this morning. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- 6 Breakfasts
- Price does not include the cost of flights within this itinerary
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land and cruise. International flights not included.
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Availability
Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Monograms.
