Itinerary
- Day 1
Rio de Janeiro
You'll get picked up at Rio de Janeiro International Airport and driven to your hotel, which takes about 22 km. From there, the rest of the day is open for you to do what you want. Wander around the city streets or head to one of Rio's beaches like Copacabana or Ipanema if you're in the mood for sand and water.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Arena Leme Hotel or similar)
Optional Activities
- Explore Rio de Janeiro city streets
- Visit Copacabana Beach
- Visit Ipanema Beach
Landmarks Copacabana Beach Ipanema Beach - Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast, you'll start your sightseeing tour at Corcovado Mountain to see Christ the Redeemer. Next, you'll take the cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain for views over Rio and Guanabara Bay. Then it's on to Old Rio's Cultural Corridor before heading back to your hotel for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Arena Leme Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain
- Cable car ride to Sugarloaf Mountain
- Guided tour of Old Rio Cultural Corridor
Landmarks Christ the Redeemer Corcovado Mountain Sugarloaf Mountain Guanabara Bay Cultural Corridor, Old Rio - Day 3
Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguazu
You'll get picked up for a flight to Iguazu, then after landing and checking into your hotel, you'll head out in the afternoon to see Iguazu Falls on the Brazilian side. If you're interested, the Iguazu Bird Park is nearby where you can see parrots, toucans, and other tropical birds.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Carimã Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Iguazu Falls on Brazilian side
- Visit Iguazu Bird Park
Landmarks Iguazu Falls Iguazu Bird Park - Day 4
Argentina
After breakfast, you'll cross into Argentina and drive about an hour to Iguazu Park. You'll get close to the falls and see Devil's Throat, which is really dramatic. Later, after grabbing lunch, you'll take a Gran Aventura zodiac boat tour to see the falls from the water before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Carimã Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Iguazu Park Argentina side
- View Devil's Throat waterfall
- Gran Aventura zodiac boat tour
Landmarks Iguazu Park Argentina Devil's Throat - Day 5
Foz do Iguazu to Manaus
You'll be taken to the airport for a flight to Manaus with a connection through São Paulo. You'll handle the São Paulo connection on your own, then meet your guide at Manaus airport and transfer to your hotel to settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Villa Amazonia Hotel or similar)
- Day 6
Amazon Rainforest Lodge
Your Amazon adventure kicks off with a drive to the lodge and welcome drinks when you arrive. In the afternoon, you'll take a motorboat out to check out the Amazon. Meals are included during your stay, and after dinner you'll go on a night tour with your guide to see nocturnal animals.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge or similar)
Included Activities
- Welcome drinks at lodge
- Motorboat exploration of Amazon
- Night tour to observe animals
Landmarks Amazon Rainforest - Day 7
Amazon Rainforest
You'll trek through the rainforest with your guide, who'll point out rare animals, plants, and insects along the way. Back at the lodge, you'll have free time in the afternoon to swim or kayak in safe areas, both really good ways to get a feel for the Amazon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge or similar)
Included Activities
- Guided rainforest trekking
- Swimming in designated area
- Kayaking in designated area
Landmarks Amazon Rainforest - Day 8
Local Tribes
Get up early to watch the sunrise, then you'll visit local tribes that live traditionally in the jungle. Your guide will tell you about their food culture and how they live day to day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge or similar)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing
- Visit to local tribes
- Guided introduction to local food culture and lifestyle
Landmarks Amazon Rainforest - Day 9
Manaus to Salvador de Bahia
After breakfast, you'll head to Manaus Airport for a flight to Brasilia, then you'll arrange your own connection to Salvador de Bahia. Once you land, you'll be picked up and taken to your hotel to check in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pousada Solar Dos Deuses or similar)
- Day 10
Salvador de Bahia
After breakfast, you'll check out Salvador de Bahia's upper town, starting with Pelourinho, a UNESCO site and the largest baroque architecture complex in South America with striking black and white streets. Following lunch, you'll head to the lower town to see the Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim from 1745, which is the most famous Catholic church in the city, then return to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pousada Solar Dos Deuses or similar)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Pelourinho, upper town
- Visit Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim
Landmarks Pelourinho Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim - Day 11
Salvador de Bahia
This is your last day here. After breakfast, you'll be driven to Salvador de Bahia International Airport for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
