17 to 365 days
Travel Pass
Guide Price €1,187
Freestyle your way between the legendary capital cities of Brazil and Argentina. Travel like a local on public transport with the freedom to linger as long as you want at the pristine beaches of Ilha Grande, sun-soaked Florianopolis and thundering Iguassu Falls. Start and end your adventure with a bang, meeting Christ the Redeemer on a tour of Rio and seeing a steamy tango show in Buenos Aires.
- Travel at your own pace through Brazil and Argentina
- Book local transport journeys and day tours spontaneously through Bamba’s app
- Relax on Brazil’s tropical beaches
- Experience the majesty of thundering Iguazu Falls
- Get acquainted Rio’s contrasting neighbourhoods on a city tour
- Learn the steamy strut of the tango in Buenos Aires
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Itinerary
How it Works
Your Bamba travel pass includes every step of your route using authentic local transport, plus a load of unmissable experiences, so you can rub shoulders with the locals while you see every inch of the natural wonders, iconic landmarks and stunning coastline between Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. All journeys and experiences are completely open dated – just book buses and tours on the go through the easy to use app and receive all the information you need to get to the departure point. Bamba recommends taking around 17 days to reach Buenos Aires, but you can travel at your own pace for up to 12 months, or skip a couple of stops and do it quicker if you’re short on time! It’s your adventure to do your way.
Brazil
Begin your adventure in one of the world’s most recognisable cities: Rio de Janeiro. Once you’re settled in, join a guided tour to get a unique insight into its highlights. Stop at beaches with incredible mountains views, the tropical rainforest of Tijuca National Park and historic Santa Teresa before standing in the shadow of Christ the Redeemer himself! Continue along Brazil’s coast to Ilha Grande and take a boat trip to Lopez Mendes – renowned as one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Stroll around the cobbled streets of quaint, colonial Paraty, snorkel and swim off the shores of pristine islands, and journey to the buzz of Sao Paulo, followed by the lagoons, waterfalls and Atlantic forest of Florianopolis.
Argentina
Your first stop in Argentina will be one to remember, as you’re picked up from Foz do Iguacu in Brazil and cross the border for a day at mighty Iguazu Falls. Walk along the platforms and bridges that follow the contours of the river, taking you right up to hundreds of waterfalls - including the spectacular 80m cascade of the Devils Throat. Kick back on an overnight bus to Buenos Aires, the sensual Argentine capital where the thrum of Latin music and the aroma of sizzling barbecue fills the air. Experience both first hand with a tango, wine and empanadas tour where you’ll get your hips moving with a lesson in Argentina’s passionate national dance, followed by a wine tasting paired with local delicacies.
Additional Options: Already been to Iguazu Falls? Check out Bamba's Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires (via Uruguay) travel pass for a different adventure.
This travel pass is also available in reverse (price may differ) - ask your Trailfinders Travel Academy consultant for more details.
Departs: Open dated
Price & Inclusions
- 12 month travel pass using local transport
- Carioca City Tour of Rio, Lopez Mendes boat & trekking experience, Schooner boat trip, Hidden gems of Sao Paulo tour, Culture & Flavours on the Gurita Way tour, Argentina Iguazu Falls day trip (from Brazil) and Buenos Aires tango, wine & empanadas experience
- International flights
- Accommodation is not included in your Bamba travel pass
We negotiate new offers daily from discounted flights, tours and vehicle hire to free upgrades, added value and unique inclusions. Please call for our latest offers.
The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/06/2023 to 31/12/2024. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.Offers are subject to availability and restrictions may apply.
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As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.
Your Trailfinders Travel Consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour. Contact us for our latest flight offers or take a look at our flights pages for a general idea of prices.
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