8 days: Rio de Janeiro, the Iguazu waterfalls and the Amazon
From the birthplace of Samba to the mighty waterfalls and finally ending in the mysterious Amazon
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ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arrival at Rio de Janeiro
Upon arrival, meet and greet with our guide and transfer in air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel. Our guide will already give you some basic information about your present destination.
Rio de Janeiro - 1 night
DAY 2
Corcovado and Sugar Loaf and Iguazu
Pick-up at your hotel from where it should take no longer than 30 minutes to get to the train station of the Corcovado Mountain; Towering 700 meters above the city with the 30 meter statue of Christ the Redeemer on top, the Corcovado offers a 360 degree view of the ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’, that is simply breathtaking. Afterwards, short drive to the Sugar loaf. Upon arrival we board the cable car up to the first level; we give you some time for pictures and proceed to the second cable car to ascend, the over 300 m high, Sugar Loaf Mountain. From its top, you can enjoy the wonderful panoramic view of Copacabana beach and downtown Rio de Janeiro. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Foz do Iguaçu (optional). Upon arrival, meet and greet with our guide and transfer in air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel. Our guide will already give you some basic information about your present destination. Read more
Foz do Iguaçu - 2 nights
DAY 3
Brazilian Falls
Departure for the National Park of Foz do Iguaçu and visit of to the Brazilian side of the falls. Located on the border of 3 countries - Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay, the Iguaçu falls, classified by Unesco as `World heritage`, are a must see for those passionate about nature. Upon arrival in the National Park the guide will walk you towards the Brazilian part of the falls. You will have a chance to see the approximately 280 falls that cover Brazil and Argentina from several points. The majority of the falls are on the Argentinean side, but the spectacle is definitely Brazilian. There is enough free time to take magnificent pictures. Read more
Foz do Iguaçu - 2 nights
DAY 4
Flight from Foz do Iguaçu to Manaus
Pick up at your hotel with air-conditioned vehicle and guide, for your transfer to the airport for your flight to Manaus (optional). Upon arrival, meet and greet with our guide and transfer to your Jungle Lodge. Our guide will already give you some basic information about your present destination. Activities and dinner at the jungle lodge. Read more
Manaus - 3 nights
DAY 5
DAY 6
DAY 7
Flight from Manaus to Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast, return to Manaus – transfer to the airport. Flight to Rio de Janeiro (optional). Upon arrival, meet and greet with our guide and transfer in air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.
Rio de Janeiro - 1 night
DAY 8
Departure from Rio de Janeiro
Pick up at your hotel with air-conditioned vehicle and guide, for your transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Check in assistance.
Rio de Janeiro - 1 night
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TRIP PACKAGE
Package includes
- Transfer from/to the airport
- Transport during the tour
- Accommodation with breakfast (Manaus lodges includes breakfast, lunch and dinner according to the program)
- Local guides
- Information services
- Entrance fees
Package excludes
- Airfare (domestic and international)
- Personal expenses
- Visa, fees or any other formalities
- Tips
- Beverages
- Additional journeys and transfers
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- All our programs can be customized by our team to your specific needs.
- Rates are subject to changes and availability and not valid for carnival, new year or other national holidays
REVIEWS
Erfan, Iran, Islamic Republic Of
Dear Eric, you are a professional person I can see that from the way you have organized and brought our trip to good ending. It was fantastic and I will never be able to forget Brazil. I hope I can come back soon to explore more. Thank you Erfan
Chris Aelbrecht, Belgium
Beste Eric, tweede keer met jullie en weeral raak, Was fantastisch zeker de Chapada DIamantina die ik volgende keer weer wil doen maar uitgebreider. Nogmaals dank voor jullei professionele hulp en aanwezigheid wanneer nodig. Chris
Valère, Matthias en Maxim, Belgium
Nogmaals onze hartelijke dank voor jouw aandeel in de organisatie van onze reis, voor de hulp en de tips. Wij hebben er echt van genoten van Rio, Iguacu tot Salvador, en bewaren warme herinneringen aan deze fantastische reis. Onze eerste kennismaking met Zuid-Amerika was meteen raak en is zeker voor herhaling vatbaar. Hartelijke groeten vanuit Keerbergen, ook aan de medewerkers in jouw kantoor. Greet, Valère, Matthias en Maxim Read more
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