Exotic Brazil
Tour code AKSR0053. Special Family Tour. 12 days, 5 cities.
Rio de Janeiro (4 nights), Foz do Iguacu (2 nights), Manaus (1 night), Amazon (1 night), Buzios (3 nights), Rio de Janeiro
Starts in Rio de Janeiro. Ends at Rio de Janeiro.
Dates on request.
Day by day
Day 1: Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Sights: Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Guanabara Bay
Upon arrival in Rio de Janeiro, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Rio de Janeiro is green hills, blue sky, beautiful bays, islands and marvelous beaches. It is the second biggest city in Brazil (after Sao Paulo) and, certainly, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Beach hotels are situated along the whole perimeter of Guanabara Bay and, if you are staying in one of these hotels, the beauties of Rio de Janeiro are open for you all the time. Blue ocean water will call you to the beach. The most popular beaches - Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, are famous for their black and white tiled promenade. From early morning to late in the night you can see people playing soccer and volleyball on the golden sand of the beaches. For those who prefer active holidays, Rio offers opportunities to practice almost any sport: golf, tennis, surfing, rafting, diving, delta flight and many others. Numerous open cafeterias on the beach will offer you refreshing coconut water, freshly squeezed juices and other drinks. You can also see presentations of local musicians on the beach playing all kinds of music.
Hotel: Miramar by Windsor
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
Sights: Sugarloaf, Urca Mountain, Old Rio, Carioca Street
City Tour and Sugarloaf mountain (4 hours)
After breakfast an excursion to the Sugar Loaf is planned. The first stop is on Urca Mountain, with a wide viewing area, where you can have a snack at the bar. On the mountain of Sugar Loaf you will have a beautiful view of Rio, Copacabana beach, the bay, the surrounding mountains, islands in the ocean, bridge to Niteroi, Guanabara Bay and the statue of Christ on Corcovado Mountain. Then you will go by car to the central regions of the old Rio, where you will admire several old churches, monasteries, the main cathedral of the city, Uruguayana and Carioca streets as well as buildings built in the colonial style.
Hotel: Miramar by Windsor
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro – Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer
Rio de Janeiro
Sights: Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer, Tijuca Forest
Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer Statue (4 hours)
After breakfast we set off on a tour through the city. Arriving at the station, where the environmentally friendly train will take us through the jungle to the top of Corcovado. On either side of the railway you will have spectacular views from Tijuca forest, inhabited by monkeys and other exotic animals and birds. At the top of Corcovado, at an altitude of 700 m above sea level, stands the symbol of Rio - Statue of Christ the Savior (38m), which was built in 1931. A breathtaking panorama view of the metropolis and its environs — Bridge Niteroi, Guanabara Bay, the Botanical Garden, the world's largest Maracana stadium, Sugar Loaf, and more — is possible from the top of Corcovado.
Hotel: Miramar by Windsor
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Rio de Janeiro – Free Day
Rio de Janeiro
Sights: Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast enjoy a free day to discover more of the city by yourself or ask for our optional tours.
Optional tours (not included): Botanical Garden; Tropical Islands Tour; Rio at Night Samba & Capoeira Show; Royal Petropolis; Flying over Rio by Helicopter.
Hotel: Miramar by Windsor
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Rio de Janeiro – Iguazu Falls
Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguacu
Sights: Iguazu Falls, Devil Throat
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport in time for your flight to Foz de Iguacu where you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. If you wish you can take an additional excursion to the Argentinian side of the Falls. You will get to the Argentinian Side of the Falls by the bridge Tancredo Neves, built over the river Iguassu. The Argentinian side is different from the Brazilian one - here you will be under and below the falls at the same time. You will feel the power of the falling water very close to you and will be able to enjoy the natural park around this astonishing beauty. You will see the birth of the “Devil Throat”.
Hotel: Vivaz Cataratas
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Iguazu Falls – Brazilian Side
Foz do Iguacu
Sights: Iguazu Falls Brazilian Side, Macuco Safari, Bird Park, Devils Throat
After breakfast you will have an unforgettable program at the Brazilian side of the Falls. Foz de Iguassu Falls are located on the borders of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay - and have 275 large water flows, falling from a terrible height. Falls are located in the National Park with its unique flora and fauna, which appeared after a volcanic eruption, and the displacement of the earth formations. The name Tupi-Guarani Indian tribe is translated from the waterfalls and means "big water". There are 275 waterfalls, each of which has its own name, which rush down with a crash into the canyon of "Devil's Throat". There is an amazing contrast between the calm and even lazy river water over Iguassu Falls above and the powerful overthrow boiling water flows from a height of 72 meters into the abyss. You can stand for hours without stopping, watching this show and thinking about the magnificence of the universe and eternity. You will go on a trip "Makuko safari" through the jungle. You'll ride in the open back of the jeep for about 3 kilometers, accompanied by a guide who will tell you many interesting things about the ecology of the region. Then you go on foot to the river Iguazu, where a motor boat will carry you close to the falls. You will then enjoy an excursion to the Bird Park, located near the National Park of Iguaçu. You can go into the huge open-air cages full of fabulous birds. Transfer back to hotel.
Hotel: Vivaz Cataratas
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Iguazu Falls – Manaus
Foz do Iguacu, Manaus
Sights: Manaus, Night canoe, Alligators
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to the airport, flight to Manaus. Upon arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Manaus. Dinner and night canoe tour to see alligators (all excursions with English speaking guide).
**Arrival at Airport Manaus by flights before 13h00 in order to get picked up by the regular transfer. Leave Manaus in the morning for flights that leave after 14h00. Otherwise Private transfer will be charged by the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 8: Manaus – Amazon
Manaus, Amazon
Sights: Amazon River, Piranha fishing, Indian village, Jungle walk
Breakfast in the hotel. You will have a fantastic boat trip on Amazon River and fish piranhas from the boat! You will also visit Indian village where you will get to know the daily life and traditions of the local Amazon inhabitants. Take a walk in jungle and enjoy the rich flora and fauna. During the excursion your guide will teach you some lessons on survival in jungle, on distinguishing poisonous plants from the ones you can eat. The guide will also teach you to shoot poisonous arrows.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: Manaus – Rio de Janeiro – Buzios
Manaus, Rio de Janeiro, Buzios
Sights: Buzios
Transfer to the airport, flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival, you will be picked up by our guide and transferred to your hotel in Buzios.
Buzios is a small fishing village situated 105 miles away from Rio de Janeiro with more than 20 magnificent beaches and crystal-clear water, wonderful landscape and exotic vegetation, privileged with a great year-round summer. Originally settled by European pirates and slave traders, this mixture of many bloods prospered and became a picturesque village, elected one of the 10 most beautiful areas in the world famous for its unique combination of rustic charm, architectural harmony, incredible beauty and sophisticated boutiques and restaurants visited by travellers who come from all over the world to savour its magic.
Hotel: Rio Buzios Boutique
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Buzios – Free Day
Buzios
Sights: Buzios beaches
Enjoy your free day at the Tropical Resort of Buzios.
Hotel: Rio Buzios Boutique
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11: Buzios – Free Day
Buzios
Sights: Buzios beaches
Enjoy your free day at the Tropical Resort of Buzios.
Hotel: Rio Buzios Boutique
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Buzios – Rio de Janeiro (Departure)
Buzios, Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to the airport for your international flight back home.
Meals: Breakfast
What is included
Hotels and stays
- Hotels according to the program or similar ones including breakfast
Meals
- Food according to the program
Coach and ground transport
- Transfers according to the program
Sightseeing and entry fees
- Excursions according to the program
What is not included
Meals
- Food and drinks not mentioned in the program
Sightseeing and entry fees
- Additional excursions
Flights and visa
- International flights
- Domestic flights Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu - Manaus - Rio de Janeiro
- Flights (Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguaçu - Manaus - Rio de Janeiro) starting from $990 per person (NET - not commissionable)
Personal expenses
- Personal spendings
Need to know
- Meals on arrival and departure days depend on flight times. If your flight lands early in the morning or leaves late in the evening, Akshar Travels will arrange the meals for that day
- If a sight is closed on the day it is scheduled, we will replace it with a comparable sight on the same tour
- Hotel check-in is usually 3:00 pm and check-out is usually 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may carry a charge
- Baggage on domestic and internal flights follows the airline's own policy and weight limits, which are often lower than on your international flight. Please pack to the lowest allowance on your tour. Excess baggage fees are charged by the airline and paid by the guest
Cancellation policy
- 50 days or more before departure: 30%
- 21 to 49 days before departure: 50%
- 20 days or less before departure: 100%
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