Brazil and Argentina 2024

Date: April 10, 2024

New York to Buenos Aires

• Airline: American Airlines
• Flight #: AA 0953 
• Depart: New York (JFK) at 11:00 PM
• Arrive: Buenos Aires (EZE) at 10:50 AM+1 

Arrive at International airport, proceed with the transfer to the hotel.

Remainder of the day is at leisure to relax and explore Buenos Aires on your own.

In the evening enjoy a Dinner & Tango Show at La Ventana with Private Tango Lesson (50min)

Several well-known musical centers of the city offer the chance of enjoying all the magic and charm of Tango, star of the night, while delighting an excellent gastronomy of international level. The show goes through the history of the tango and life at the beginning of last century, with different dance couples and famous singers of tango.

Hotel: Loi Suites Recoleta
Meal:  Dinner

It is a visit to a very typical ranch of the Argentinean humid pampas, one of the most fertile meadows of the world and very famous for meat and cereal production. Over there you will be able to enjoy horse ride tours, a "regional barbecue", music shows, folk dances and other shows of gaucho skills, as ring and "cuadreras" races. Most of the ranches have their own museum, where they show their history through different pieces of furniture, tools and elements that belonged to successive owners. Some ranches also offer among their services, the possibility of spending the night there and enjoy some relaxing days.

Hotel: Loi Suites Recoleta
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, checkout the hotel. 

We will discover the magic of Buenos Aires in a city tour in which you will visit the outstanding building of the ancient Council, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Capitol (better known as "Pink House"). The buildings that surround the "Mayo Square" consist of the above mentioned spots. The tour also includes the magnificent areas of Recoleta and Palermo, with their beautiful parks and buildings, the Colon theatre, one of the five most important Opera theatres of the world and many other buildings and palaces of architectural, historical and cultural value. We will visit San Telmo area, one of the most antique districts of the city, as well as the Boca district, with its "caminito"- a picturesque pedestrian street, where you will find its colorful metal sheet tenements. Finally, the tour will lead us to the recently recycled district of Puerto Madero, old area of the Buenos Aires port.

Lunch at El Mirasol del Puerto or similar (01 non alcoholic drink included per pax)

Transfer to the domestic airport AEP to take your flight to IGR

Arrive Iguazu, transfer to the hotel

Hotel: Panoramic Grand Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Tour to the National Park of Iguazú: the visitor will find more than 270 water falls along the cliffs and islets, split into a half moon that is the shape of this beautiful geographical feature. From the visitors’ center, the paths can be covered on foot or a picturesque little train can be chosen for that purpose. The National Park has two circuits to be covered: one at a lower surface and the other at the upper one. In the lower circuit, one can reach the base of the falls, where the magnificence of their beauty can be appreciated. In the upper circuit, the tour is a bit more sedentary where unique landscapes can be viewed from footbridges and viewpoints, which makes the tour an unforgettable experience.

Lunch at El Fortin restaurant inside the national park (beverages not included)

Hotel: Panoramic Grand Hotel
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

After breakfast, checkout at the hotel. 

Visit the National Park do Iguazú, in Brazil: It is a giant balcony from where the waterfalls in all their extent can be viewed, having also the choice of observing them from more distant and wider angles. The area to be covered is made of only a circuit of footbridges that is located in front of the falls and offers a panoramic view which is really astonishing. The tour offers a wide route from which all the splendor of the landscape falls and waterfalls can be observed.

Finish the tour and transfer to Iguazo airport  to take your flight to Rio de Janeiro

Arrive Rio de Janeiro, transfer to the hotel

Hotel: Windsor Leme or similar
Meals: Breakfast 

Depart from the hotel after breakfast to visit the most famous landmarks of the city and see the natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro from up above. After a scenic drive along Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, passengers arrive at the bottom of the Corcovado Hill. Embark on a comfortable train that ascends the mountain, where the statue of Christ the Redeemer is located 2,300 ft above sea level. The Christ statue, known as the “wonder of Rio”, was recently elected one of the 7 \"New Wonders of the World\". Upon arrival at the top, guests can use the panoramic elevators or escalators to arrive at the foot of the statute. There, passengers can enjoy a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro and discover why it is called the \"Marvelous City\". Afterwards, descend the mountain and stop for a delicious Brazilian Barbecue lunch.

Over a million tourists each year visit the world famous ‘Pão de Açúcar’, (Sugar Loaf Mountain), which has become an iconic symbol of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Rising up from a small peninsula at the entrance of Guanabara Bay, its name is said to refer to its resemblance to the traditional shape of a concentrated, refined sugar loaf. The journey to the top is made in glass cable-cars. The first cable-car takes passengers to the top of Urca Hill, which rises 215 meters above sea level and offers spectacular views of the entire bay and its surrounding islands. From Urca Hill, passengers continue in a second cable-car to the top of Sugar Loaf which rises 395 meters above sea level and offers a 360 degree view of the entire city including Botafogo and Copacabana Beaches, Corcovado Mountain and downtown Rio de Janeiro.

Rio by night - only Rio Scenarium

There is no other place in Rio that embodies the "alegria" or happiness of the Brazilian people more than the nightlife scene in the neighborhood of Lapa. Once the sun goes down, this normally quiet neighborhood turns into a bustling and vibrant area full of restaurants, nightclubs, and bars. The streets fill with Cariocas and tourists alike, who flock to this Rio nightlife Mecca with one thing in mind……fun!! From traditional northeastern forró to Rio’s own samba and reggae from Bahia, visitors will enjoy the best that the Rio music scene has to offer. On the Rio Nightlife Tour, we will take you right to the heart of the action where our local guides will accompany you to one of the best clubs in Lapa, Rio Scenarium. It’s an unusual bar where the décor resembles a mix between an antique shop and an auction room and locals come to listen to traditional Brazilian jazz and samba.

Rio Scenarium is open from Wednesday to Saturday.
Dinner is not included (paxs should have dinner on their own)

Hotel: Windsor Leme or similar
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

This tour traces the footsteps of Afro-Brazilian culture in Rio, from the first arrival of the African slaves to the indissociable image of Rio and Carnival.

Depart the hotel towards Praça XV, the original port of Rio, from the foundation up to 1811, when the arrival of slaves was transferred to Cais (docks) do Valongo, in a then remote area of the city, away from society’s eyes. At Praça XV, in the Royal Palace, Princess Isabel signed end of slavery in 1888. Through Cais do Valongo, passed over 2 million Africans, the majority from Congo and Angola. Continue walking to the newly restored Jardins (gardens) do Valongo, a 1906 attempt to erase the past during the Pereira Passos era of transforming Rio into a cosmopolitan Capital. From here you can see the old Largo do Depósito, where the actual commerce took place. Climb the Conceição Hill from where you will have breathtaking view of downtown and Favela da Providencia, the first of Rio. Descending on the opposite side we will get a glimpse of Guanabara Bay and the area once known as Little Africa, arriving at Pedra do Sal. Here, freed and slaved Africans gathered to work, rest, sing, dance, and celebrate their culture. It is here that many years later samba gained its first tunes. This rhythm became a symbol of Rio and Brazil, to a point that in 1984 Sambadrome was built, an arena dedicated to the Carnival Parade, “The Temple of Samba”, our last stop on this tour.

Lunch at Galeto Sat's (Beverage not included)

Chicken Galetos and meats roasted over the coals, always on the spot, and a wine list with more than 300 labels of canines divided between white and yellow, all researched and tasted by the owners Sérgio and Elaine Rabello.

This is the essence of Galeto Sat's, founded in 1962 in Copacabana. The house of coals and cachaça today has a branch in Botafogo and has been run since 2010 by the couple Rabello - who after retirement decided to buy the bar and change places, from former regulars of the small green tiled room and granite floor to the other side of the counter.

Besides being delighted with the galetos - chickens slaughtered within 25 days, with 700 grams of meat and crispy skin, served with homemade garlic-lemon or garlic-orange sauce, accompanied by the most diverse garnishes - try the "Barriga do Serjão", a delicious pork belly crackling, marinated with herbs, accompanied by mini caramelized onions, served with pickled garlic. To go with it, Brahma draft beer and cachaça are the most requested. In the list of spirits, it is possible to find among the aged ones Barris 39, Harmonie Schnaps, Canarinha, and Áurea Custódia. Of the white cachaças, the highlights are Século XVIII, Menino do Rio, Max Cana, Armazém Vieira, and Serra Limpa.

Hotel: Windsor Leme or similar
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Spend your days however you wish.  

Farewell dinner at Las Brutas Restaurant

Hotel: Windsor Leme or similar
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

After breakfast, checkout of the hotel.  You will embark on an exciting Carnival Experience Tour.

This tour will introduce you to the artistry and imagination involved in the creation of Carnival. You will witness the construction and production process of more than 6000 costumes and 15 floats. This experience includes: a visit to Pimpolhos da Grande Rio’s warehouse, Samba School for Kids, Grande Rio Samba School (one of Rio’s first group schools), exhibitions about the history of Samba and the Carnival Parade. This tour also provides a chance to dress up in carnival costumes, experience the music and a Caipirinha welcome drink.

After the tour, you will be taken to the airport accompanied by a bilingual guide. At the terminal, your host will show you where to go and assist with check-in procedures.

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight arriving in NYC the next day. 

Meals: Breakfast 

Date: April 19, 2024

Rio De Janeiro to New York

• Airline: American Airlines
• Flight #: AA 0904
• Depart: Rio De Janeiro (GIG) at 11:00 PM 
• Arrive: Miami (MIA) at 6:35 AM+1

Layover in Miami Florida

• Date: April 20, 2024
• Airline: American Airlines
• Flight #: AA0309 
• Depart: Miami (MIA) at 9:29 AM
• Arrive: New York City (JFK) at 12:31 PM

Arrive in New York

Full Package Price

• $5,399 per person (double occupancy)
• $6,249 per person (single occupancy)

Land Only Package 
(international flights and transfers NOT included)

• $4,399 per person (double occupancy)
• $5,249 per person (single occupancy)

Note: In the Land Only package you will make your own international flight arrangements and transportation to/from the hotel upon arrival and departure. Overton Travel can assist you with these arrangements upon request.

Payment Schedule

Deposit: Due at the time of booking:  $300 (Non-Refundable)

• Installment #1: Jun 15, 2023: $650
• Installment #2: Jul 15, 2023: $650
• Installment #3: Aug 15, 2023: $650
• Installment #4: Sep 15, 2023: $650
• Installment #5: Oct 15, 2023: $650
• Installment #6: Nov 15, 2023: $650
• Installment #7: Dec 15, 2023: $650
• Installment #8 - Final Payment: Jan 15, 2024 - Remaining Balance

Date: April 10, 2024

New York to Buenos Aires

• Airline: American Airlines
• Flight #: AA 0953 
• Depart: New York (JFK) at 11:00 PM
• Arrive: Buenos Aires (EZE) at 10:50 AM+1 

Date: April 19, 2024

Rio De Janeiro to New York

• Airline: American Airlines
• Flight #: AA 0904
• Depart: Rio De Janeiro (GIG) at 11:00 PM 
• Arrive: Miami (MIA) at 6:35 AM+1

Layover in Miami Florida

• Date: April 20, 2024
• Airline: American Airlines
• Flight #: AA0309 
• Depart: Miami (MIA) at 9:29 AM
• Arrive: New York City (JFK) at 12:31 PM

Note on flights and seats in the Full Package

• The Full Package includes flights
• All seats on the flights in the Full Package are in Economy Class.
• The seats are booked as a group
• Seats are assigned by the airlines for group bookings.
• You will not be able to pre-select your seats
• Specific seats on the flight cannot be guaranteed.
• If you would like a specific seat (window or aisle seat), you should book your seats as an individual booking and not part of the group booking.

Upgrades

Please contact Overton Travel at the time of booking if you would like to upgrade your seat.

Upgrades to Business Class seats can be done, based on availability at the time of booking.

We greatly appreciate your reservation for this exceptional journey!

Your upcoming experience in this BRAZIL AND ARGENTINA 2024 promises to be truly delightful. 

In preparation for this adventure, we would like to offer a few gentle reminders of the following:

PASSPORT:

It is essential for your passport to maintain at least six months of validity past the return date (expiration date of October 20, 2024, or later) and must have at least 2 blank pages.

VISA:

The Brazilian government has recently announced changes to the entry requirements for all travelers from the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan planning to visit Brazil, which will now include the necessity of obtaining a visa before traveling to the country.

This change will be effective January 10, 2024. This new requirement is aimed at enhancing security measures and ensuring a seamless entry for all travelers.

To streamline the process, the application is done completely online and for such no facilitation is required by any intermediaries. You can conveniently complete this by visiting the following link: https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/.

As illustrated in the "How to Apply" section. The procedure is straightforward and entirely web-based, with the visa being promptly issued.

Here's a brief overview of the steps:

1. Provide the necessary information.
2. Submit the fee (USD 80 + USD 0.90 site service fee).
3. Download your eVisa PDF.

NOTE:  Travelers who have secured the Full Package will receive their airline e-tickets approximately 6 weeks prior to departure. It is advisable to initiate the Brazilian Visa application process once you have received your e-tickets.

For further details or any additional inquiries that you may have, we encourage you to contact the Brazilian Consulate in your respective district directly.

IMMUNIZATIONS:

Mandatory immunizations are not a prerequisite for traveling to Brazil and Argentina. Nonetheless, it is advised by the CDC that you consider a series of immunizations to safeguard your well-being.

We kindly urge you to review the CDC's recommendations, accessible via the provided links: 

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/brazil?s_cid=ncezid-dgmq-travel-leftnav-traveler

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/argentina?s_cid=ncezid-dgmq-travel-leftnav-traveler

NOTE: CDC recommended Yellow Fever Virus vaccine for travelers going to Brazil. 

To ensure timely preparation, we recommend contacting your doctor to schedule an appointment. They will be able to provide personalized guidance on necessary immunizations and their optimal scheduling.

• We encourage all travelers to purchase a travel insurance plan at the time of initial trip deposit. Click here for an overview of the travel insurance coverage offered by Overton Travel: Travel Insured International.
• Overton Travel offers travel insurance to its clients as a courtesy. Please contact the travel insurance company, Travel Insured International, directly with questions about coverage.
• You also have the option to purchase travel insurance on your own.

All of the first-class accommodations have been selected with your comfort and safety in mind. Click the link to view the beautiful properties.

Argentina: Loi Suites Recoleta

Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel is located in Recoleta, a neighborhood in Buenos Aires, and is in the entertainment district and near a metro station.

Iguazu: Panoramic Grand 

Nestled high on a hill, framed by the pristine scenery of Puerto Iguazú, Argentina, the Panoramic Grand Hotel offers couples, families and groups an unforgettable experience in the heart of unspoiled nature. In every direction, you can take in stunning views of Iguazú and Paraná Rivers at the convergence of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Stepping into the hotel, you will find a cool, trendy space designed for modern nomads and adventurers who seek out new and unexpected experiences. 

Rio De Janiero: Windsor Leme 

Beyond the sea breeze, the Windsor Leme bestows a unique experience with its high-quality service and excellent location, seafront Leme beach. Those who are looking for fun, leisure and peacefulness will have an incredible stay near the major tourist attractions of Rio de Janeiro.

There are 225 apartments equipped with the most modern for your comfort.