From Bariloche to Rio: A South American Adventure

Nicolas Escobar

31 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 13-day journey through Bariloche, Buenos Aires, Foz do Iguaçu, and Rio de Janeiro. Discover stunning natural wonders, immerse yourself in vibrant city life, and experience the rich culture of Argentina and Brazil.

Trip to Bariloche

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Landscapes and Breathtaking Views

$62

$ 2

Massive national park established in 1903 with mountains, lakes & forests & outdoors activities.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

109 - 131 min

Directions

Chairlift ride up 1,050m-high Cerro Campanario, with lake & mountain vistas & a cafe at the top.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$24

Day 2Cable Cars and Civic Charm

$58

$ 2

Cable car up to a peak with lake views, rotating restaurant, dance club, suspension bridge & more.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$58

11 - 14 min

Directions

Landmark town hall & main square of Bariloche, featuring Alpine-inspired architecture & a museum.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Chocolate Delights and Skiing Paradise

$100

$ 2

Museum with guided tours & exhibits exploring the history of chocolate, plus a gift shop & cafe.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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24 - 29 min

Directions

Year-round center with a base village offering 1,480 acres of ski & snowboard terrain & 38 lifts.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$92

Budget breakdown: $607 In total

Activities & Food:$571

Transport:$36

Trip to Buenos Aires

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Landscapes and Breathtaking Views

$ 1

City square named after 1810 revolution that took place here, leading to Argentina's independence.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

This converted theater was first opened in 1919 & has now been converted into an elegant book store.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Cable Cars and Civic Charm

$ 1

Waterside city nature reserve with lagoons, marshland & forest, plus walking & cycling trails.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Unveiled in 1936, this landmark obelisk made from Cordoba white stone is a popular meeting place.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 3Chocolate Delights and Skiing Paradise

Mural-filled shopping mall with tax-free shopping for visitors & guided tours of the grand building.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

Day 4Historic Plazas and Literary Escapes

$12

$ 1

Garden with Japanese landscaping, ponds, exhibits & a plant nursery, plus a sushi restaurant.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$12

17 - 21 min

Directions

Scenic green space offering an amphitheater, a lake with ducks, murals, sculptures & a fountain.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $607 In total

Activities & Food:$571

Transport:$36

Trip to Foz do Iguaçu

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Landscapes and Breathtaking Views

$20

$ 7

JL Hotel by Bourbon

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

This peaceful Buddhist temple features 120+ statues, space for reflection & panoramic city views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

35 - 42 min

Directions

Triple-frontier landmark with an obelisk, Jesuit museum, restaurant, fountain & playground.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$20

Day 2Cable Cars and Civic Charm

$34

$ 5

JL Hotel by Bourbon

Depart from your stay 🏨

47 - 57 min

Directions

Massive, picturesque waterfalls surrounded by trails, with wildlife & a train through the jungle.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$34

Day 3Chocolate Delights and Skiing Paradise

$132

$ 7

JL Hotel by Bourbon

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

Wax museum at Foz do Iguaçu Park Show featuring life-sized sculptures of international celebrities.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$100

6 - 8 min

Directions

Forested zoo park featuring about 143 species of birds, plus some reptiles & butterflies.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$32

Budget breakdown: $607 In total

Activities & Food:$571

Transport:$36

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Landscapes and Breathtaking Views

$44

$ 6

Miramar Hotel by Windsor

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$36

18 - 22 min

Directions

Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 2Cable Cars and Civic Charm

$14

$ 4

Miramar Hotel by Windsor

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$14

Day 3Chocolate Delights and Skiing Paradise

$96

$ 6

Miramar Hotel by Windsor

Depart from your stay 🏨

54 - 65 min

Directions

Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$66

40 - 48 min

Directions

Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $607 In total

Activities & Food:$571

Transport:$36