DISCOVER ARGENTINA + BRAZIL * Return flights from Australia to South America with Air New Zealand aboard the new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner 3 nights in Buenos Aires, 2 nights in Iguassu Falls & 3 nights in Buenos Aires Home to airport transfers (Adelaide metro area only) 11 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) & 5 dinners (D) Discover the Recoleta Cemetary and the Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires Explore 9 de Julio Avenue the world s widest avenue Enjoy a dinner and Tango Show in Buenos Aires Step out onto the catwalks of the world s widest cascading waterfalls Be awed by Devils Throat at Iguassu Falls Board a Jungle Train through tropical Iguassu National Park Explore Rio de Janeiro s iconic Copacabana & Ipanema Beaches Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue Explore the stunning Tijuca Forest on a cogwheel train
Start your South American adventure in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, the home of the 2016 Summer Olympics. Your Taste of South America tour includes a full day of sightseeing in the city, as well as 2 days at leisure. Board a cogwheel train and wind your way through the Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain. Take in the panoramic views of the city and have a closer look at the tropical forest s lush vegetation. Stand next to the Statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the Seven Modern World Wonders. From here, you have unparalleled views of the Marvellous City. You ll also have time to explore the world-famous Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches before joining your tour group at a local churrascaria where meat is cooked in the churrasco style. Located where the Iguassu River empties its waters into the Parana River, the Iguassu Falls form the world s widest waterfalls and gives rise to the double border of Brazil and Argentina. Walk along paths to the catwalk that leads to the bottom of Devil s Throat, enjoying magnificent views. Then, enjoy an afternoon at leisure to enjoy the activities on offer. As the largest waterfalls system in the world, the Iguassu Falls divide the river into the upper and lower Iguazu. For most of its course, the river flows through Brazil. However, most of the falls are on the Argentinian side. Numerous islands along the 2.7km long edge divide the falls into many separate waterfalls and cataracts, varying between 60m and 82m high. See the famous 9 de Julio Avenue, the world s widest avenue and pass the beautiful Colon Theatre. See Plaza de Mayo, which is surrounded by the Government House and the first City Hall. Stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral before visiting the historical neighbourhood of San Telmo, the oldest district of Buenos Aires. Visit La Boca, a very colourful area of painted houses and continue to Recoleta Cemetery, home of the grave of Eva Duarte, Evita. As part of your Taste of South America tour, you will also get to enjoy a dinner and Tango show in historic Buenos Aires, where the golden age of Tango shines once again. Experience this great Argentinian passion with a live orchestra and classic Tango dancers.
Your South American adventure begins with an Air New Zealand flight from your Homeport across the Tasman to the city of Auckland, New Zealand. On arrival in Auckland, board the new Air New Zealand 787 Dreamliner for your flight to Buenos Aires, before connecting on to your flight to Rio de Janeiro. You ll be met on arrival and taken to your hotel on arrival in Buenos Aires. Hotel stay: Rio de Janeiro Mirador (4 nights) Enjoy a full day at leisure in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Spend the day relaxing on one of Rio s famous beaches or discover some of the city s iconic attractions. This afternoon, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers at your hotel for more details about the upcoming days adventures. Begin the day with a visit to the Cosme Velho district where you will board a cogwheel train. Wind your way through the Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain. Have a closer look at the tropical forest's lush vegetation and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Disembark at the top of Corcovado Mountain where you will stand next to one of the Seven Modern World Wonders: the Statue of Christ the Redeemer. From here, you have unparalleled views of the "Marvellous City". Later, drive along some of the most famous beaches in the world-copacabana and Ipanema. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city at leisure. Today, enjoy and explore. Perhaps board a helicopter and soar high over Rio or visit one of Rio's hillside favelas, interacting with locals and gaining a new understanding of Brazilian society. Maybe discover the charm and beauty of Santa Teresa, which originated around a convent during the 16th Century and is home to artists, galleries, museums and eateries, or relax on the beach. This evening, join your fellow travelling companions at a local churrascaria where meat is cooked in the churrasco style. Fly from Rio de Janeiro to Iguassu Falls. Located where the Iguassu River empties its waters into the Parana River, the falls form the world's widest waterfalls and gives rise to the double border of Brazil and Argentina. Settle into your hotel this evening where dinner is served. Hotel stay: Viale Cataratas (2 nights)
This morning, enter the Iguassu National Park on the Brazilian side of the falls. Walk along the paths to the catwalk that leads to the bottom of Devil's Throat, enjoying magnificent views. The morning is spent at the falls with the afternoon at leisure. Consider several optional experiences for your leisure time: embark on the Macuco Safari for a exhilarating ride to the base of the falls or you may choose to visit Bird Park, home to more than 900 native birds while walking through subtropical forests. For the more adventurous, you may wish to take an optional helicopter flight (extra cost) for spectacular aerial views of the falls, National Park and the surrounding jungle. Depart from your hotel with a quick customs stop. Cross the Tancredo Neves Bridge, the border between Argentina and Brazil. Once in Argentina, take a scenic drive up to the Argentinian Iguassu National Park. Visit the Argentinean falls and visitor's center, then proceed to the river cascades and falls aboard the Ecological Jungle Train to the most impressive observation point, Devil's Throat. This afternoon, fly to Buenos Aires. Hotel stay: De las Americas (3 nights) Today, see the famous 9 de Julio Avenue, the widest avenue in the world and pass by the beautiful Colon Theater, the cultural pride of Buenos Aires. Arrive at the main square, Plaza de Mayo, which is surrounded by the Government House and the first City Hall. Stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral before continuing on through San Telmo, a historical neighbourhood and the oldest district of Buenos Aires. Visit La Boca, a very colourful area of painted houses. Continue to Recoleta Cemetery, home to the grave of Eva Duarte, "Evita.". This evening, enjoy dinner and a Tango show in historic Buenos Aires where the golden age of Tango shines once again. Experience the great Argentinean passion with a live orchestra and classic Tango dancers. Set out into the city on your own or join several optional excursions available to you. Perhaps learn about the life of the Gauchos. Appreciate the charm of the Argentinean landscape as you travel out of the city to the region known as the Pampas. Round out your day in the countryside with a barbecue lunch, Argentinean wines, folk music, traditional dances and Gaucho games. Or consider an optional trip to Tigre and Delta Rio de la Plata, the aristocratic northern district of San Isidro Arrive in Tigre, a charming seaside town. Enjoy a boat excursion around some of the stunning islands of this delta. Your Travel Director will be more than happy to help you plan your day.
Hasta que nos encontremos de nuevo-until we meet again. Check-out of your hotel this morning and leave your bags with reception, before enjoying a full day at leisure in Buenos Aires. A transfer will take you from your hotel to the airport in time for your Air New Zealand flight home tonight. Today is spent crossing the International Date Line onboard your flight. Arrive back in Auckland early this morning. Then, board your connecting flight through to Australia, arriving later this morning. Mar: 7 Sep: 12 From $4,990 per person twin share From $5,290 per person twin share From $950 per person Discover the spectacular city of Auckland on New Zealand s North Island with this 3 night stopover package. You ll be transferred from Auckland Airport to your hotel on arrival for your 3 night stay in the heart of the city. Enjoy a cruise on Auckland s iconic Waitemata Harbour before travelling on a day trip to your choice of the spectacular Bay of Islands region or to the Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set. Finish your stay with entry to the Sky Tower Observation Deck to take in the panoramic views of the city and its two harbours. TO BOOK THIS STOPOVER HOLIDAY, ADD: From $890 per person twin share Single supplement: from $460 per person