Jewish Argentina & Brazil
Overview
Be thrilled by South America’s cosmopolitan and fascinating cities like Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. Feel the lively origins of dances like the samba and tango, expressing the soul of these passionate Latin countries. Enjoy stunning natural sights like Iguazu’s massive waterfalls and immerse yourself in the beating heart of Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. See the Jewish influence in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro and learn about the Jewish presence in the city, besides visiting the main Jewish landmarks and institutions. Whether or not this is your first trip to South America, you will find every day of this tour really unforgettable.
Memorable Moments
- Enjoy delicious Argentine meals at restaurants where locals go;
- Get access to beautiful Synagogues and most important Jewish Institutions;
- Spend your nights in a suite with privileged views of the falls;
- Get up close to massive waterfalls including “Devil’s Throat” at Iguazu National Park;
- Capture Rio's most jaw-dropping panoramic views;
- Visit the main attractions of the Jewish heritage in Rio de Janeiro with a Jewish guide;
- Visit the City Market and best craft markets in Rio de Janeiro.
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1 – Buenos Aires – Arrival Day – Introductory Walking Tour of the City
Day 2 – Buenos Aires – Comprehensive Tour of Buenos Aires
Day 3 – Buenos Aires – Jewish Heritage Tour
Day 4 – Buenos Aires - Fly to Iguazu Falls
Day 5 – Iguazu Falls – Full Day Tour of Iguazu Falls (Argentina Side)
Day 6 – Iguazu Falls – Half Day Tour of Iguazu Falls (Brazil side) and departure to Rio de Janeiro;
Day 7 – Rio de Janeiro – Best of Rio de Janeiro
Day 8 – Rio de Janeiro – Jewish Heritage Tour of Rio
Day 9 – Rio de Janeiro – Free Day & Departure
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Full Itinerary
Upon arrival at Ezeiza International airport, your bilingual guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodations located in Buenos Aires’ most elegant district. Explore Buenos Aires like a local from your hotel base and enjoy the sights and sounds of this lively urban area, all within walking distance. With your guide, visit contemporary art galleries, the Recoleta Cemetery and try the best ice cream of the city.
Meals: Dinner.
Accommodations: Alvear Palace Hotel
Begin your day with a full day guided tour of the world-famous Teatro Colon before heading out to explore the southern neighborhoods of Buenos Aires with your personal guide. Visit the historic Plaza de Mayo anchored by the presidential palace known as the Casa Rosada. Continue on to San Telmo, the city’s oldest neighborhood and the birthplace of tango and stroll through its cobbled stoned streets while browsing antique shops or, sit and enjoy a coffee in Plaza Dorrego. Following lunch, head north and visit the largest district of Buenos Aires, Palermo.
At night, enjoy a delightful Argentine dinner and first class tango show.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodations: Alvear Palace Hotel
With its expansive diaspora, most cities around the world—including Buenos Aires—have felt the influence of Jewish culture. Join us in a half day Jewish Tour which traces the history of Jews in Argentina’s capital from colonial times to the present. You will visit an array of essential historical neighborhoods and sites, including the oldest Synagogue of the city, Yaacov Agam’s monument in tribute to the victims of the Amia Bombing (1994), a Sephardic synagogue, a memorial of the former Israeli Embassy, among other places. This tour paints a vivid, informative portrait of Buenos Aires Jewish population through history of the largest Jewish community of South America. Lunch during tour is included in a local Kosher restaurant.
Day at leisure for optional tours or personal activities.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodations: Alvear Palace Hotel
Following breakfast, you will be transferred to the domestic airport to board your flight to Puerto Iguazu. Upon arrival at Iguazu airport, you will be greeted by your Bilingual Guide at Iguazu airport and you will be transferred to Iguazu National Park to check in at your hotel. Your hotel is the only one located inside the National Park with rooms and suites with privileged views of the falls.
In the afternoon, experience the thrill of a boat ride on the iconic Iguazu river. The boat ride into Iguazu Falls is pure adrenaline and a must-do!
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner at the restaurant of your hotel.
Accommodations: Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel
Early in the morning, depart to explore the magnificent and colossal Iguazu National Park on the Argentine side.
This full day tour takes you to visit the most magnificent Iguazu Falls which preserves 67,000 hectares of giant trees, vines and ferns living with multicolored butterflies, birds and other mammals. Together with your guide, you will walk through the lower trail, from where you can see among others the “two sisters” and the “Bosetti” waterfalls, a panoramic view of San Martin island and the Union fall. In the afternoon, you will take a ride on the ecological train to get to “devil´s throat station”. Travel through impressive scenery with time for photo stops and short walks along the catwalks. You will have plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodations: Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel
Following breakfast, meet your guide and head to the Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls. After crossing the border, you will enter the National Park and start a walking tour towards Salto Floriano falls situated in the heart of the sub-tropical jungle. After visiting the walkways and taking pictures, you will visit Parque Das Aves (it is considered an ecological sanctuary) where visitors can visit for a close view of macaws, hummingbirds, toucans, and hundreds of other birds. Other animals at the park include marmosets, anacondas and alligators. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Foz airport for the afternoon flight to Rio. Upon arrival, your bilingual guide will meet you at Rio de Janeiro’s airport and transfer you to your hotel located in Copacabana.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Foz airport for afternoon flight to Rio. Upon arrival, your bilingual guide will meet you at Rio de Janeiro’s airport and transfer you to your hotel located in Copacabana.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodations: Emiliano Hotel
On this tour, you will visit the main attractions of the Jewish heritage in Rio de Janeiro with a Jewish guide. The tour begins with a visit to Itzhak Rabin Park, inaugurated by Lea, his wife, with privileged views over Botafogo beach and Sugar Loaf. You will also see Chaim Weitzman Square, a public school named after Anne Frank. Then, you will head to the Jewish Museum and the Grand Temple, a beautiful building from 1932. In Copacabana, visit “Clube Israelita Brasileiro” and Beth El Synagogue. In Leblon, discover the Beit Lubavitch Synagogue and the Midrash Cultural Center.
The afternoon is at leisure for personal activities or optional tours.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodations: Emiliano Hotel
Late afternoon, meet your driver at the lobby of your hotel and enjoy a transfer to Rio de Janeiro’s airport, where you’ll board your international flight.
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