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Gold Category Itineraries

Our Gold category trips include the best tours in each destination, usually done on a private basis or in small groups, guaranteeing an exclusive first‑class and in‑depth travel experience. Additionally, airport transfers are provided on a private basis in all destinations.

Silver Category Itineraries

Our Silver category has different and fewer tours than our Gold category, sometimes with fewer nights in some destinations.
This option includes first‑class tours but is a less exclusive and comprehensive experience compared to our Gold category.

gold Category Itinerary

An Exclusive Exploration Journey to Brazil's Most Unique & Awe-inspiring Wildlife, Nature & Cultural Wonders

Duration
18 days / 17 nights
Destinations
6 destinations Pantanal · Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Fernando de Noronha · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
28 first-class tours included
gold Category Itinerary

An Exclusive Journey of Discovery and Adventure at Brazil's Most Unique Sites

Duration
14 days / 13 nights
Destinations
5 destinations Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Fernando de Noronha · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
19 first-class tours included
gold Category Itinerary

An Oddysey to the Mystic Bahia, the Top Beaches in the World, the Amazon Rainforest and the Marvelous Rio de Janeiro

Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Destinations
4 destinations Rio de Janeiro · Fernando de Noronha · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
16 first-class tours included
gold Category Itinerary

The World's Top Beaches on an Exclusive Island, the Mighty Iguazu Falls, the Amazon Rainforest and Rio de Janeiro

Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Destinations
4 destinations Iguazu Falls · Fernando de Noronha · Rio de Janeiro · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
17 first-class tours included
gold Category Itinerary

A Fully Loaded Adventure in the Amazon Rainforest, the Marvelous Rio de Janeiro, Mystic Bahia and the Mighty Iguazu Falls

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Destinations
4 destinations Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
17 first-class tours included
gold Category Itinerary

An Exclusive Adventure to the Amazon Rainforest, the Mighty Iguazu Falls and the Marvelous Rio de Janeiro

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Destinations
3 destinations Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
14 first-class tours included
gold Category Itinerary

The World's Top Beaches on an Exclusive Island, the Mighty Iguazu Falls and the Marvelous Rio de Janeiro

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Destinations
3 destinations Iguazu Falls · Fernando de Noronha · Rio de Janeiro
Tours
10 first-class tours included
gold Category Itinerary

An Exclusive Discovery of the Marvelous Rio de Janeiro, the Mighty Iguazu Falls and the Heart of Afro-Brazilian Culture

Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Destinations
3 destinations Rio de Janeiro · Salvador da Bahia · Iguazu Falls
Tours
10 first-class tours included
silver Category Itinerary

An Exploration Journey to Brazil's Most Unique & Awe-inspiring Wildlife, Nature & Cultural Wonders

Duration
17 days / 16 nights
Destinations
6 destinations Pantanal · Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Fernando de Noronha · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
18 first-class tours included
silver Category Itinerary

A Discovery and Adventure at Brazil's Most Unique Sites, from Jungle to City to Beach to the Afro-Brazilian Experience

Duration
14 days / 13 nights
Destinations
5 destinations Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Fernando de Noronha · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
11 first-class tours included
silver Category Itinerary

The Exclusive #1 Beach in the World, the Amazon Rainforest, Marvelous Rio de Janeiro and the Afro-Brazilian Experience

Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Destinations
4 destinations Rio de Janeiro · Fernando de Noronha · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
9 first-class tours included
silver Category Itinerary

The Amazon Rainforest, the Mighty Iguazu Falls, the #1 beach in the world and the Marvelous Natural Beauty of Rio de Janeiro

Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Destinations
4 destinations Iguazu Falls · Fernando de Noronha · Rio de Janeiro · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
10 first-class tours included
silver Category Itinerary

The Mighty Iguazu Falls, the Amazon Rainforest, Top Beaches in the World and the Afro-Brazilian Experience

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Destinations
4 destinations Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Salvador da Bahia · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
10 first-class tours included
silver Category Itinerary

Experiencing Rio de Janeiro, the Mighty Iguazu Falls and Venturing into the Amazon Rainforest

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Destinations
3 destinations Iguazu Falls · Rio de Janeiro · Amazon Rainforest
Tours
9 first-class tours included
silver Category Itinerary

The Exclusive #1 Beach in the World, Marvelous Rio de Janeiro and the Mighty Iguazu Falls

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Destinations
3 destinations Iguazu Falls · Fernando de Noronha · Rio de Janeiro
Tours
4 first-class tours included

Featured Destination: Salvador da Bahia

  • In Salvador de Bahia, see the greatest heritage of Baroque and colonial architecture in Latin America
Salvador da Bahia has been declared “Cultural Heritage of Humanity” by the UNESCO, and in 2018 it was selected by Lonely Planet as one of the top 10 regions in the world to visit. Once the largest city in Brazil, as well as its first capital, it is home to the largest collection of Baroque and Colonial architectu ... show more
See other suggested destinations & Argentina tours:
» Rio de Janeiro (Breathtaking landscapes & home to one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World")
» Iguazu Falls (Selected by 100 Million Voters as One of the "New 7 Wonders of Nature")
» Fernando de Noronha (Exclusive haven for marine wildlife and home to the #1 beach in the world)
» Amazon Rainforest (The most bio-diverse ecosystem on Earth, chosen as one of the "New 7 Wonders of Nature" by over 100 million voters)
» Pantanal (Best place to see jaguars and largest wetlands on Earth. Home to the highest concentration of wildlife in the Americas)

Read trip reviews and connect with guests
who've explored Argentina with us

Kenny Mok and William Boring

(San Francisco, California, United States)

"We had a memorable adventure through Argentina with the help of Exploration Journeys"

"The best part was that Fred possesses a deep knowledge of Argentina and all the tours, so he provided us with a lot of good insights."

"Fred, the Exploration Journeys rep and host, was always prompt with his responses to our many inquiries before AND during our trip."

Kenny & William visited: Mendoza, Ushuaia, El Calafate and Peninsula Valdes.

TRIP REVIEW OF KENNY MOK AND WILLIAM BORING

"We had a memorable adventure through Argentina with the help of Exploration Journeys. We live in Northern California and hesitated about having an online tour company based in Argentina to help us with our vacation. But after several email exchanges, we found Exploration Journeys to be a trustworthy and bona fide company.

Fred, the Exploration Journeys rep and host, was always prompt with his responses to our many inquiries before AND during our trip. Even though he was not with us in person, he was always available either by phone or via email. We told him places where we'd like to visit, and he helped arranged for all the domestic flights within Argentina.

Pickups and transfers to airports are set up, in addition to printed e-boarding passes. Fred would alert us immediately if there were any changes or delays with our domestic flights. Not only would he have a Plan B, but he would also have a Plan C.

The best part was that Fred possesses a deep knowledge of Argentina and all the tours, so he provided us with a lot of good insights.

Argentina is a vast country with lots of varied climates and terrains. Unlike the rest of Latin America, Argentina is very European, with a mix of Italians and Spanish cultures. We started out in Buenos Aires, then headed to the Andes Mountains in Mendoza, then flew down to Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia. Buenos Aires is a cosmopolitan city and is quite safe, compared to most major cities in the U.S. People are very tolerant of Americans with limited Spanish skills. Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia are the places that one must go in his/her lifetime. the experience is indescribable. Mendoza is a must if you like Malbec.

As far as food is concerned, aside from the famous parilla, trying the alfajores that are made fresh from the bakeries is a must. Once you've tasted freshly made alfajores, you won't go back to the boxed varieties! And bring home some Malbec and dulce de leche!"

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KENNY & WILLIAM'S BOOKED TRIP ITINERARY

Mendoza

DAY 1: YOU ARRIVE IN MENDOZA

(staying for 3 nights, with 2 tours included)

Flight arrival in Mendoza. Welcome at airport and private transfer to your hotel.

This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).

DAY 2: MENDOZA

Scenic Mendoza’s High-mountain Ride and The Stone Sentinel

It’s time to hit the road as we take a scenic drive through Mendoza’s picturesque high mountain landscape, where we’ll wind our way across valleys, flat lowlands, streams, rivers, and foothills before taking on the highest peaks of the Cordillera de los Andes Mountain Range.

You’ll witness the unique architecture of nature with the natural Puente del Inca land bridge and all of its intriguing colors; as well as marvel at the sight of the highest peak in the world outside of Asia: Aconcagua, also known as the “Stone Sentinel.”

With so much panoramic beauty to behold, this road trip will definitely be a feast for your eyes and your camera!

This is a full-day group tour.

DAY 3: MENDOZA

Savoring First-class Wines in Mendoza’s Central Region (private tour)

Over the past 20 years, there has been a revolution in the Argentine wine industry, driven partly by the success of one grape that, in many countries, is used only for mixing – the rich, velvety Malbec. Dense and dark, with full-body richness that few other grapes can mimic, the Argentine Malbec varietal has become all the rage in the United States, and is increasing in popularity among other countries as well. 94% of restaurants in the top ten wine markets in the US feature Malbec on their wine lists, according to a 2010 survey on Wine Spectator magazine.

Enjoy an exclusive wine tasting experience as you take in the taste of first-class Argentine wines, and visit some of the most prestigious wineries in Mendoza. Located at the foothills of the Andes mountain range, in the shadow of Mount Aconcagua, the vineyards in Mendoza are planted at some of the highest altitudes in the world; with the average site located anywhere between 2000 and 3600 feet (600 to 1100 meters) above sea level This allows winemakers to plant at exactly the right altitude for each grape variety to ripen perfectly. Argentina is the fifth wine producer in the world, and with over a thousand active wineries accounting for more than 70% of Argentina’s wine production, Mendoza is considered the heart of the Argentine winemaking industry.

Guided by a local oenologist (wine expert), you’ll enjoy touring the facilities of three wineries, while getting a close-up look at the process of wine-making, and of course tasting their wines.

This is a full-day private tour and includes gourmet lunch with wine tasting at a Mendoza winery.

DAY 4: LAST DAY IN MENDOZA

Private transfer to Mendoza airport to take your flight.



You will take a flight to Buenos Aires and from there you will take another flight to Ushuaia.
Ushuaia

DAY 4: YOU ARRIVE IN USHUAIA

(staying for 3 nights, with 2 tours included)

Flight arrival in Ushuaia. Welcome at airport and private transfer to your hotel.

This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).

DAY 5: USHUAIA

Along the Shore, across the Forest and into the Mud: a 4x4 Off-Road Adventure at the Ends of the Earth!

Prepare for a thrilling and scenic 4x4 off-road experience, where natural beauty and our guide’s amazing driving skills will nourish your spirit for adventure, while enjoying the best 4x4 tour done at the Ends of the Earth!

On this one-of-a-kind 4x4 tour, we’ll discover the hidden secrets of the Southern Andes, one of the world’s largest mountain ranges. We’ll take in awe-inspiring scenic views of "Lago Escondido" (Hidden Lake), and then literally immerse our vehicle into the shores Fagnano Lake. As our expert guide drives through the splashing waters on the lake’s shore, we’ll marvel at the views and experience an absolutely memorable adventure. This off-road experience through deep forests and across rivers, while defying muddy tracks along the shore of the lake, will end with one of the most savory and customary meals in Argentine cuisine: an Argentine asado (meat barbeque), which we’ll accompany with Patagonian wines.

This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.

DAY 6: USHUAIA

A Trekking and Canoeing Adventure at the Ends of the Earth

Prepare for a journey to the Ends of the Earth, as we embark on an unforgettable tour to Tierra del Fuego National Park, located in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world! With 63,000 hectares of land this National Park is larger than the city of Chicago! You’ll encounter some of the most pristine and beautiful scenery nature has to offer, while experiencing the uniquely remote feeling of truly being at the ends of the Earth.

Our expert guide will help you discover the hidden wonders of the Tierra del Fuego National Park, including its enchanting lakes, forests, lush vegetation, and wildlife as you surround yourself in the peaceful serenity of nature.
We’ll trek the coastal path (one of the most beautiful areas in the entire National Park) and then embark on a canoeing expedition downriver and across clear water streams while experiencing the calming breeze and breathtaking landscapes. Our canoeing journey concludes when we get to Lapataia Bay, where Argentina’s National Route #3 ends. This road is the last (and southernmost) stretch of the Pan-American Highway, which runs all the way to Alaska.

This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.

DAY 7: LAST DAY IN USHUAIA

Transfer in private vehicle to Ushuaia airport.

El Calafate

DAY 7: YOU ARRIVE IN EL CALAFATE

(staying for 2 nights, with 1 tour included)

Flight arrival in El Calafate. Transfer in group vehicle to your hotel.

This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).

DAY 8: EL CALAFATE

Conquering the Mighty Perito Moreno Glacier!

Discover your inner adventurer as you explore and conquer one of the world’s most awe-inspiring and unique glaciers: The Perito Moreno. This splendid ice giant showcases its mighty glory in the Patagonian Glaciers National Park, which has been declared Mankind’s Natural Heritage site by UNESCO. The park’s vast size not only gives it the distinction of being the largest ice mantle in the world after Antarctica, but also that of being the third largest fresh water reserve on the planet.

Now, picture yourself strapping on your ice spikes, as you begin trekking along this ice giant on a full-day discovery journey along one of the few glaciers in the world, which is actually growing and advancing.

Your full day of adventure will include a close-up navigation of the Perito Moreno Glacier and a visit to the seven panoramic balconies facing the front of the glacier where you’ll have amazing picture-taking opportunities. After an adventure-packed day, you’ll be able to rest with the satisfaction of having successfully conquered the mighty Perito Moreno!

This is a full-day group tour and has an age restriction (click on tour name above for details).

DAY 9: LAST DAY IN EL CALAFATE

Transfer in group vehicle to El Calafate airport.



You will take a flight to Buenos Aires and from there you will take another flight to Peninsula Valdes.
Peninsula Valdes

DAY 9: YOU ARRIVE IN PENINSULA VALDES

(staying for 2 nights, with 2 tours included)

Flight arrival and transfer in group vehicle to your hotel.

Transfer to your hotel in Puerto Madryn with group vehicle.
This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).

DAY 10: PENINSULA VALDES

Peninsula Valdes’ Unique Marine Fauna Heaven

The scenic Peninsula Valdes, where arid landscapes contrast with the blue crystalline sea, is home to an important breeding population of the endangered southern Right Whale (whale season takes place from May to early December), southern sea lions, orcas (also known as “killer whales”), Magellanic penguins (penguin season is from mid-September to mid April), as well as the largest continental colony of southern elephant seals in the entire world. National Geographic listed the Peninsula Valdes as one of the 10 best places in the world for whale-watching.

The inner part of the peninsula boasts rheas, guanacos (American Llama), hairy armadillos, ostriches and maras (very similar to hares). A high diversity and range of birds live in the peninsula as well; at least 181 species.

This is a full-day group tour.

DAY 11: PENINSULA VALDES

An Up-Close & Personal Experience Walking among the Cute Magellanic Penguins

Get ready for a delightful encounter with some of the cutest and most charismatic creatures on the planet: the Magellanic penguins! Punta Tombo Reserve is home to the world’s largest colony of Magellanic penguins, giving you the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with over a hundred thousand of these adorable creatures, which are only found on the Falkland Islands and the coasts of Argentina and Chile.

This is a long half-day group tour (the visit to the Punta Tombo Magellanic Penguins reserve lasts 2 hours), but it’s usually combined with at least 1 other tour option in the area making it a full-day tour.

Transfer in group vehicle to the airport.

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