Highlights & Hidden Gems of Argentina & Brazil

If you're going to come all this way to grab hold of Brazilian and Argentine culture, do it the right way with this 22-day trip. It's a once-in-a-lifetime cultural, beach, and natural adventure. Trek through the stunning Chapada Diamantina National Park, stay for two nights in the inner Amazon, stand in front of the thundering Iguassu Falls, and explore the exhilarating cities of Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro and Salvador. Go big.

Day 1 Buenos Aires
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Buenos Aires/Iguaçu Falls
Fly to Iguassu Falls for two full days of exploration from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides.

Day 3 Iguaçu Falls
Return to the Argentine side to explore the trails. Opt for a boat tour to get up close and personal. Return to the Brazilian side for one more night in town.

Day 4 Iguaçu Falls/Paraty
Fly to São Paulo and continue by van to Paraty. Opt to visit the cachaça distilleries or take a boat into the bay to explore the nearby islands and beaches.

Day 5 Paraty
Enjoy a free day to explore Paraty.

Day 6 Paraty/Ilha Grande
Continue by van up the coast and take a ferry to Ilha Grande. Opt to hike to remote beaches and enjoy free time to relax and explore the island.

Day 7 Ilha Grande
Enjoy a free day in Ilha Grande. Optional activities include hiking Pico Do Papagaio or to Lopes Mendes, snorkelling or relaxing on the beach.

Day 8 Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro
Carry on by ferry and van to Rio de Janeiro. With free time, explore the city on an optional city tour.

Day 9 Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a free day to soak up the vibrant energy of Rio de Janeiro.

Day 10 Rio de Janeiro/Amazon Jungle Lodge
In the morning, leave the concrete jungle behind to fly north to the lush Amazon. Travel by motorized canoe along the famous Amazon river, take in the flooded landscape and spot wildlife along the way. In the evening, spot caimans on a boat excursion and overnight in a jungle lodge.

Day 11 Amazon Jungle Lodge
Enjoy two guided hikes through the Amazon and learn about the plants, trees and wildlife that live deep within the jungle. Stop at a local community for lunch and learn about their way of life.

Day 12 Amazon Jungle Lodge/Fortaleza
Wake up early for a morning excursion by canoe and enjoy the silence before the jungle awakens. Take in the sights and sounds of the Amazon while travelling along the river back to Manaus before flying to Fortaleza.

Day 13 Fortaleza/Jericoacoara
Today is a long travel day to get to the calm teal waters of "Jeri". Travel up the coast away from Fortaleza and arrive in the evening in time to watch the sunset over the ocean.

Day 14 Jericoacoara
Enjoy the chill life in Jeri, spend the day exploring the area by 4x4 or relax in a floating hammock above the crystal clear water. In the evening, watch Brazilians practice Capoeira on the beach, a unique type of martial art made to look like dancing.

Day 15 Jericoacoara
Take a stroll along the endless beach and watch windsurfers ride the waves. Opt to take a surf lesson, rent a stand up paddle board or soak up the sun.

Day 16 Jericoacoara/Fortaleza
Travel from Jeri back to Fortaleza, enjoy the vibrant city and nightlife.

Day 17 Fortaleza/Salvador
Transfer to the airport and catch a morning flight to Salvador. Spend the day exploring, walk around the old city with its colourful buildings and see all the boats lined up in the port.

Day 18 Salvador/Chapada Diamantina National Park
Head away from the coast for some hiking, mountains and breathtaking landscapes. Catch a bus to Chapada Diamantina NP and look forward to a few active days. Enjoy the evening in the small town of Lençóis, the base for exploring the park.

Day 19 Chapada Diamantina National Park
Chapada Diamantina NP is a hidden Brazilian gem with flat top mountains, beautiful waterfalls and majestic caves to discover. Hike around the park and explore the caves filled with crystal clear water, swim in natural pools and test your fear of heights at impressive lookout points.

Day 20 Chapada Diamantina National Park
Chapada Diamantina NP is a hidden Brazilian gem with flat top mountains, beautiful waterfalls and majestic caves to discover. Hike around the park and explore the caves filled with crystal clear water, swim in natural pools and test your fear of heights at impressive lookout points.

Day 21 Chapada Diamantina National Park/Salvador
Take a scenic ride through the countryside on the way back to Salvador. Enjoy the evening in this vibrant city.

Day 22 Salvador
Depart at any time.