Multi-Country Landmark Tours Holidays
Experience contrasting Spanish and Portuguese colonial heritage, discovering cosmopolitan cities and magnificent waterfalls.
12 Night Itinerary from £3,527
Heritage Tour
Enjoy cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, admire the stunning Iguazu Waterfalls, explore Rio de Janeiro wonderful setting, royal history and vibrant lifestyle and discover Salvador's colonial and African heritage. Excellent variety of cuisine.
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Tour Route
- Buenos Aires - 3 Nights
- Iguazu Falls - 2 Nights
- Rio de Janeiro - 4 Nights
- Salvador - 3 Nights
Travel Highlights
- Explore the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires and experience its famous tango
- Stand in awe at Latin America's greatest waterfall - The Iguazu Falls
- Explore Rio de Janeiro, including visiting Christ the Redeemer for extraordinary views
- Choose from a huge range of excursions to discover authentic Rio
- Discover the colonial heritage of Salvador and its Afro-Portuguese traditions
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of route, duration, flights, hotels, transport and excursions.
Tour Itinerary

Buenos Aires - 3 Nights
Day 1 - Overnight travel to Argentina
Day 2 - Buenos Aires
Day 3 - Guided City Tour of Buenos Aires
Day 4 - Day at Leisure in Buenos Aires
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Saturday, 09 December 2023
Overnight travel to Argentina
We depart from London Gatwick to Madrid for an overnight flight to Buenos Aires, staying for three nights.
Sunday, 10 December 2023
Buenos Aires
Arriving early in the morning at Buenos Aires, you will be met by your Guide and taken to your chosen hotel. We conduct an introductory briefing. In the afternoon you have the flexibility of persuing your own interests or perhaps visiting Recoleta Park, exploring this elegant neighbourhood, and relax at a traditional cafe whilst absorbing the spirit of Argentinean life.
Monday, 11 December 2023
Guided City Tour of Buenos Aires
We begin in the neighborhood of La Boca, painted a mish-mash of vibrant primary colours, where artists sell their works and tango dancers entertain passersby. We continue towards the city centre's prominent obelisk, the Cathedral and the Presidential Palace or "Pink House"; an area famous for its glorious architecture of French styled buildings, cafes, elegantly dressed people and tree-lined avenues.
Tuesday, 12 December 2023
Day at Leisure in Buenos Aires
Today you have the flexibility to pursue your own interests. Private excursions include a boat trip to the Tigre Delta or visiting Colonia in Uruguay.
De las Americas
Buenos Aires - First Hotel
An elegant hotel with spacious rooms and situated in the heart of the Barrio Norte, an elegant residential and commercial district, within comfortable walking distance of the exclusive shops of the Santa Fe and 9 de Julio avenues. All 162 rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone, mini-bar, and air-conditioning. There is 24 hour room service, a restaurant, two bars and a weekend tango show.

Loi Suites Recoleta
Buenos Aires - First Hotel
The Loi Suites Hotel is located in the Recoleta area of Buenos Aires, close to the best shops and the trendy cafes overlooking the park. The hotel has 112 fully equipped rooms and suites combining style comfort and technology, and all decorated with tasteful beiges and creams creating a relaxing home away from home. There is a restaurant, bar, indoor heated swimming pool and health club.

Alvear Palace Hotel
Buenos Aires - Deluxe Hotel
In 1932 a classic was born in Buenos AIres, the Alvear Palace Hotel, a genuine palace right in the heart of the city. Constructed of materials imported from France, the hotel became one of the most characteristic buildings in town, strictly keeping the Louis XVI style.
Situated in the elegant quarter of Recoleta, close to the Park, lined with excellent restaurants and street cafes. Rooms are spacious and service and decor are first class
Recently the hotel has been completely refurbished, sticking to the original glory.


Iguazu Falls - 2 Nights
Day 5 - Travel to Iguazu
Day 6 - Explore the Argentinean Falls
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- Accommodation
Wednesday, 13 December 2023
Travel to Iguazu
We continue our journey by flying to Iguazu Falls, one of South America's most spectacular sights. In the afternoon you have the opportunity to explore the Falls on a short walk.
Thursday, 14 December 2023
Explore the Argentinean Falls
In the morning we explore the Argentinean side of the Falls. This is a great opportunity to appreciate the myriad of waterfalls, surrounding tropical forest and diverse wildlife as well as venture to the Garganta del Diablo or "Devils Throat" for a view from above the Falls. In the afternoon you have the flexibility to relax, or continue exploring Iguazu on your own.
La Cantera
Iguazu Falls - Tourist Lodge
Located in the forest outside of the town of Puerto Iguazu, and 15 minutes from the falls, La Cantera Jungle Lodge has rooms distrubited in a series of bungalows connected by raised walkways. The rooms are spacious and well appointed, with a balcony looking out into the forest as well as private facilities and air conditioning. The hotel has a restaurant and a swimming pool with a terrace area for relaxing.

Iguazu Grand Casino
Iguazu Falls - First Hotel
Iguazu Grand Hotel Resort & Casino is situated near one of the world's most extraordinary wonders, the Iguazu Falls. Located in Misiones, the hotel is only 400 metres from the Tancredo Neves International Bridge. The hotel offers excellent accommodation in all its 60 spacious and tastefully decorated rooms. Grand Hotel offers superb dining venues that include a breakfast lounge and an exquisite venue renowned for its delicious barbeques. The El Jardin Restaurant is open every night for dinner and offers a sophisticated menu of international dishes. Also visit the hotel's Paradise Spa that offers an extensive range of health and beauty treatments. Accommodation includes room and buffet breakfast.

Gran Melia Iguazu
Iguazu Falls - First Hotel
Set within the Iguazu National Park the Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel is a three-story hotel with spectaculars views of the magnificent Iguazu Falls. It is the only hotel with rooms that look directly over the Falls.
The superb public facilities include an infinity pool with views of the Iguazu Falls, the Yasi Spa and health club, 4 bars (the rooftop bar is a great place to enjoy a drink and the fantastic views) and the Merkado Restaurant serving international and Argentine specialities.
The hotel has 177 guest rooms split by deluxe, red level and suite categories. All rooms are air-conditioned and extremely well-appointed with private bathroom, king size beds, safe, mini bar, TV and luxury in room amenities.
From the hotel, you can easily walk to the nearby trails to observe the Falls, ideal for those who want to beat the tourist crowds and have more flexibility. The hotel also offers tango lessons, yoga classes and photographic tours.
The rates are on a room and breakfast basis.


Rio de Janeiro - 4 Nights
Day 7 - Brazilian Falls and Rio
Day 8 - City Tour of Rio de Janeiro
Day 9 - Day at Leisure in Rio de Janeiro
Day 10 - Day at Leisure in Rio de Janeiro
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Friday, 15 December 2023
Brazilian Falls and Rio
In the morning we cross the border to discover the Brazilian side of the Falls which offers fantastic panoramic views of the river as vast torrent of water cascade over the falls. In the afternoon we fly to Rio de Janeiro and transfer to the hotel, close to Copacabana beach and the vibrant district of Ipanema.
Saturday, 16 December 2023
City Tour of Rio de Janeiro
We begin our tour by visiting the famous Statue of Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain where you can admire spectacular 360° views of the city, tropical forest, granite peaks and bay. From here we visit the bohemian district of Santa Teresa, once home to the rich and famous it's now occupied by galleries, writers, musicians and artists. Our journey continues into the city centre for lunch at one of Rio's oldest coffee shops, after which you visit the Cathedral and travel into the historical district to admire the strong colonial architecture and charming atmosphere.
Sunday, 17 December 2023
Day at Leisure in Rio de Janeiro
Today you have the flexibility to pursue your own interests. We have a wide range of optional excursions for you to enjoy.
Monday, 18 December 2023
Day at leisure in Rio de Janeiro
We have another day to explore Rio further.
Sol Ipanema Hotel
Rio de Janeiro - Tourist Hotel
The Sol Ipanema is located on Ipanema Beach, in the upmarket residential area of Ipanema. All 90 rooms come with air conditioning, mini bar, background music, safe, telephone, cable TV and connection to the Internet. There is also a beauty parlour and a restaurant. The small swimming pool and the bar on the terrace provide panoramic views over Ipanema beach. Accommodation includes room and breakfast.
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Arena Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro - First Hotel
The Arena Copacabana is in a wonderful location overlooking Copacabana Beach.
The decoration is light and modern, with 135 comfortable and spacious rooms, fully equipped with WiFi, air-conditioning and sound proof windows.
The top floor terrace, pool and sauna have a panoramic view of the beach and the ground floor restaurant serves international cuisine.

Copacabana Palace
Rio de Janeiro - Deluxe Hotel
This grand, European-style hotel is a listed building with 226 rooms, a large swimming pool, fitness centre and sauna, rooftop tennis court, shops, business centre, piano bar and three of Rio's finest elegant restaurants.
All the rooms are large and spacious, decorated in a classic elegant style, fully air-conditioned with cable TV, electronic safe deposit box, voice mail, 24-hour room service, mini bar and complimentary WiFi. The separate Tower Annexe building is set back from the street and overlooking the pool, where all the rooms are suites with balconies.


Salvador - 3 Nights
Day 11 - Travel to Salvador da Bahia
Day 12 - Guided City Tour of Salvador
Day 13 - Day at Leisure in Salvador
Day 14 - Return flight to the UK
Day 15 - Arrive in the UK
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Tuesday, 19 December 2023
Travel to Salvador da Bahia
Continuing our journey we fly to Salvador and transfer to our hotel for 3 nights. Salvador is the heart of Brazilian identity with roots in Porguguese colonial history, blending with African culture, music, Candomble, Capoeira and the Orixa deities. This European and African blend has produced an explosion of creativity in the arts, music, dance and literature. The old town centre, the Pelourinho, was restored and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site with restaurants, art galleries and music centres in colonial houses.
Wednesday, 20 December 2023
Guided City Tour of Salvador
We journey through the cobbled streets of Salvador, with splendid colonial architecture, which stand as a reminder of a bygone era when Salvador was at the height of its glory in the 18th century. We explore the upper and lower parts of the city, we visit the numerous churches, squares, fortifications and symbols of Salvador's rich diversity of faiths and cultures, as we immerse ourselves into the heart of Brazil's colonial roots from Portuguese and African influences.
Thursday, 21 December 2023
Day at Leisure in Salvador
Today you have the flexibility to pursue your own interests. Private excursions include: Visit the Old city of Cachoeira in the "Reconcavo Bahiano" or a cruise of the Bay and Island of Itaparica.
Friday, 22 December 2023
Return flight to the UK
Transfer to the airport for overnight flight to the UK.
Saturday, 23 December 2023
Arrive in the UK
Casa do Amarelindo
Salvador da Bahia - Tourist Hotel
Located in the old Pelourinho area, the hotel has the warm, colourful decoration of Bahia and with 10 comfortable rooms with ceiling fan and air conditioning, bath, CD and DVD player, free WiFi, hair dryer, safe and satellite TV. Breakfast can be taken all day by the pool, the panoramic terrace or the restaurant.

Villa Bahia
Salvador da Bahia - First Hotel
The hotel is located in the heart of Salvador's historical centre and colonial architecture, close to Pelourinho, the Church of Sao Francisco and the main square. It is a converted historic building with 17 spacious bedrooms with sofas, table, wardrobe, air conditioning, TV, minibar, hair dryer, large private bathrooms and shower. Some rooms have a four poster bed, others a double bed with a net and others two single beds.
The character decoration recalls the most important moments in the history of the Portuguese explorers, of the African and Asian trade exchanges, of the sea routes, closely tied to the spice trade.
The common areas recall the genius of the great Portuguese navigators, of Pedro Alvarez Cabral, who in 1500 discovered Brazil; of Magellan, of Vasco de Gama sailing to Africa and India; and of the advances made in seafaring that made it possible for them to bring different worlds closer to each other.
The gourmet restaurant with Bahia gourmet cuisine is excellent and there is a sitting room, swimming pool, cosy patio with tables, chairs and plants and a spa with wonderful, exotic massage. The restaurant and bar evoke the theme of the Spice Route. The spa invites you to discover beauty care and relaxation inspired by the knowledge Guarani Indians have passed down for generations to each other.

Price Guidelines
Season | Low Season | High Season | ||
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Travel Dates | 8 Jan-30 Jun, 1 Sep-8 Dec | 1 Jul-31 Aug, 9 Dec-7 Jan | ||
Room Arrangement | First | Deluxe | First | Deluxe |
Multiple Travellers - Twin Room | £3,527 | £4,479 | £3,666 | £4,619 |
Single Traveller - Own Room | £4,933 | £6,222 | £6,022 | £7,344 |
Prices are a guideline and per person. Please request a quote for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
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