South America:Brazil
Brazil Highlights
Tour Highlights:
- Enjoy Rio de Janeiro sightseeing & cable car ride up Sugar Loaf Mountain.
- Take an open-top jeep excursion to the Tijuca rainforest & train to Corcovado summit.
- Marvel at Iguassu Falls from the Brazil & Argentine sides.
Day 1: Arrive Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro, the city of mountains and sea, samba and carnival, and a relaxed way of life. You are transferred to your hotel along Copacabana Beach. This afternoon, your orientation begins with a cable car ascent of Sugar Loaf Mountain, a tour of city sights, and a ride along the world-famous beaches. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – superior room
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro
Head out by private vehicle to explore the wilderness surrounding Rio. Weave through the Tijuca Forest’s tropical flora, waterfalls and lagoons, and hike to the Jaguar’s Den. Reach the summit of Corcovado by cogswheel train for grand views from the statue of Christ. Return to your hotel for a free afternoon. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – superior room (B)
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro
The day is at leisure to relax on the beach or linger at sidewalk cafes, or take in an optional tour. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro – superior room (B)
Day 4: Rio de Janeiro / Iguassu Falls
Iguassu National Park is natural wonder of tropical nature, vistas, and 275 thundering cascades. Fly this morning to the Brazil/Argentine border and transfer your hotel overlooking this unforgettable scene. Then set out on an escorted walking tour on the Brazilian side to strategic overlooks at a variety of levels. Hotel Das Cataratas - superior room (B)
Day 5: Iguassu Falls
Today, visit Iguassu from the Argentine side for a more extensive experience of the falls and surrounding rainforest. Walk along the lower and upper trails and take a train ride to the crashing spray of Devil’s Throat, and follow boardwalks to the brink of the falls, for many fantastic views. Hotel Das Cataratas - superior room (B)
Day 6: Depart Iguassu Falls After a morning at leisure, transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Rates/Departures:
Brazil Highlights | Double | Single Supplement | Comments |
| Jan 01 - Dec 20, 2010 | $2050 | $1590 | Please call for Holiday Rates |
| Internal Airfare (sample fare) | $500 | N/A | Airfares subject to change until ticketed |
Rates are for land arrangements only. Airfares are not included unless specifically mentioned in inclusions and can be quoted separately. Rates are per person, in US dollars, and based on two people sharing a room. Valid Jan. 01 – Dec. 21, 2010, unless otherwise noted. The single supplements indicated are based on a single room supplement after the two passenger minimum is met. For solo travelers, additional supplements will apply.