From the falls to the tango

The Iguaçu Falls from the Brazilian and Argentine sides, then Buenos Aires, with the Teatro Colón, the Recoleta and the milonga.

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Foz do Iguaçu → Buenos Aires · 5–7 days

The route on the map, in the itinerary’s order.

BrazilFoz do Iguaçu
Days
2–3
When
Apr–Jun
Per person/day
Average 350–550 BRLMid-range · per person/day
Cost scope
Per person per day: accommodation, meals, urban transport, visits and a small allowance for extras. Flights excluded; larger purchases vary. Editorial estimate, not a quote.
ArgentinaBuenos Aires
Days
3–4
When
Mar–May · Sep–Nov
Per person/day
Average 90–140 USDMid-range · per person/day
Cost scope
Per person per day: accommodation, meals, urban transport, visits and a small allowance for extras. Flights excluded; larger purchases vary. Editorial estimate, not a quote.

Who it is for

For anyone who wants nature and a big city in one week without a long flight.

Not for anyone with only a weekend, since the two stops are far apart.

The strategy

Foz do Iguacu comes first, with the Brazilian side on one day and the Argentine side on the other. A flight of less than two hours leads to Buenos Aires.

What you will see

Iguazu Falls: Brazilian side, Foz do Iguaçu. The main trail runs 1.2 km along the canyon rim and gives you the panoramic view of the whole system: the Brazilian side has only about 20% of the falls, but this is where you see the entire front.
Teatro Colón, Buenos Aires. Opera house opened on May 25, 1908, with Aida, a horseshoe-shaped hall for about 2,480 people and acoustics ranked among the world's best.