Compare Amazonia Voyage With Rio & Iguassu by Tours4Fun vs Brazil in 8 days - Samba & Falls - Charm by Exoticca
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| Duration | 10 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 3,089 | $ 1,799 |
| Price Per Day | $ 309 | $ 225 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | No | Airfare included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 7 breakfasts. |
| Description | Explore the highlights of following cities: Rio de Janeiro, Manaus, Foz do Iguazu |
Experience the delights of the South American Giant! Travel to the land of samba and carnival to discover the delights of tropical Brazil. Fall in love with the majestic Iguazu Falls before enjoying the rhythms of vibrant Rio de Janeiro, where you can savor the opportunity to relax on its famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. |
Day 1 ARRIVE IN RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL
Arrive in Rio, where your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2 RIO DE JANEIRO.
An included private city tour takes you to the top of the Corcovado Mountain to see the Christ the Redeemer statue and to enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Rio and the beaches below. (B)
Day 3 RIO DE JANEIRO
Today is at leisure. You may opt to join an outing to a fun churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style, followed by a Samba show, where the sheer vitality of this country explodes in a colorful extravaganza. (B)
Day 4 RIO DE JANEIRO - IGUASSU FALLS.
A flight takes you to Iguassu Falls. Spend the afternoon on a private guided tour, enjoying the magnificent panorama of waterfalls from the Brazilian side. (B)
Day 5 IGUASSU FALLS
Today, on the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls, ride the Ecological Jungle Train and enjoy a private walking tour of this side of the falls. (B)
Day 6 IGUASSU FALLS - MANAUS
Fly to Manaus, gateway to Brazil's Amazon. Private guided sightseeing shows you the opulent sites from Manaus' rubber boom, like São Sebastião Square, Palacio Rio Negro, and the Opera House, built almost entirely of European materials during the rubber boom and inaugurated in 1896. (B)
Day 7 MANAUS (EMBARKATION)
Embark your cruise ship, the Iberostar Grand Amazon. Stops will be made along the Amazon's Rio Solimões, offering excursions to explore the Amazon jungle and local vegetation, see indigenous animals, and even visit local river communities. This evening, enjoy a Captain's welcome cocktail party before dinner. (B,D)
Day 8 CRUISING: RAINFOREST WALK & PIRANHA FISHING
This morning, board a panga boat ride to shore and embark on a Naturalist-guided walk through the rainforest in the Manacapuru region. Along the trail, learn how native people subsist off the flora. You'll also hear about some of the medicinal qualities each plant possesses. Keep an eye open for capuchin and howler monkeys! After a lecture on the region and lunch on board, head back out via panga and try your hand at piranha fishing. Tonight, take a night cruise along the waterways on a caiman-spotting expedition. (B,L,D)
Day 9 CRUISING: BIRD WATCHING & LOCAL HOME VISIT
Enjoy the sunrise over the Amazon on a bird-watching safari in search of the many endemic birds of the Janauaca Lake region. Later, visit a local home for an up-close view of how the native communities live and work. This afternoon, cruise the Amazon tributaries, looking for wildlife. Your final evening on board begins with a gala dinner, followed by a Brazilian folkloric show. (B,L,D)
Day 10 MEETING OF THE WATERS - MANAUS (DISEMBARKATION)
Cruise the Meeting of the Waters, where the chocolate-colored Rio Negro meets with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões to form the mighty Amazon. For four miles the differently colored bodies of water flow side by side and never mix! Say goodbye to the Amazon when you disembark in Manaus, where your vacation ends. Please schedule flights after 10 am. (B)
Day 1: US - Night on board
Ready to explore the delights of beautiful Brazil? Head to your departure airport for a flight to Rio de Janeiro. Night on board. If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro
Arrive in Rio de Janeiro, private transfer to the hotel and, depending on the arrival time, the rest of the day is free for you to explore this sprawling city, full of colonial architecture and vibrant culture. We recommend a stroll along Rio's famous beaches, Copacabana and Ipanema. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro - Iguazú
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Iguazú. Transfer to your hotel. If the arrival time allows, we suggest visiting the Triple Frontier obelisk or simply relaxing in this beautiful natural setting. Overnight in hotel Iguazu.
Day 4: Iguazú
Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy an included visit to the Brazillian side of the Iguazú Falls, one of the world's Seven Natural Wonders. Follow a trail which winds its way through the wild rainforest. Arrive at the impressive falls and walk across bridges and enjoy the panoramic views on offer as you take an elevator to the perfect vantage point. Hear the roar of water whilst contemplating spectacular views of rainbows, birds, leafy green exotic plants and trees. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Iguazu.
Day 5: Iguazú
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure in Iguazu, taking in the spectacular views of the falls or enjoying the natural environment. Why not explore the abundant nature trails to discover the local wildlife or simply relax in the beautiful climate at your leisure. Overnight stay in Iguazu.
Day 6: Iguazú - Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the hotel for flight to Rio de Janeiro. Arrive in Rio de Janeiro, private transfer to the hotel and, depending on the arrival time, the rest of the day is free for you to explore this sprawling city. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Day 7: Rio de Janeiro
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, set off on a day of discovery in Rio de Janeiro. Embark on a tour of Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer, a true symbol of the city. Head to the top of Corcovado Mountain, with spectacular views along the way. Visit Christ the Redeemer, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and soak up the panoramic views. It's the perfect photo opportunity! Afterwards, explore the Selaron Steps. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the vibrant atmosphere of the city. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Day 8: Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, or alternatively, we recommend an optional excursion to Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Metropolitan Cathedral*. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro. * Optional Sugar Loaf Mountain Tour: Enjoy a panoramic tour of downtown Rio to see the Metropolitan Cathedral before taking the cable car to Morro da Urca and iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain for unforgettable views across Guanabara Bay and the emblematic beaches of Niteroi. Gain great insight into the history of Rio as you soak up the panoramic views.
Day 9: Rio de Janeiro - Night on board
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, private transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Night on board.
Day 10: US
Arrive in the US and end your trip.
