Wonders of Brazil (incl. domestic flights)

In the morning we will pick you up at your hotel and start our complete tour of one of the most famous cities in Brazil and probably the world!

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The first stop is the summit of Corcovado, the mountain on which the Christ statue stands, which is considered one of the seven wonders of the modern world. From above we will observe the city of Carioca and this extraordinary panoramic view will leave us speechless! Then it goes to the second stage: the Sugar Loaf, a hill that we take the cable car up to.

Our complete tour of Rio de Janeiro also includes a visit to the Maracanã Stadium (from the outside), one of the most important in the world. For a long time it was the largest stadium in the world, but it owes its fame above all to the World Cup in 1950 and 2014. From the outside we will be able to remember the historic games.

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Of course, the Sambodrome, the home of Samba, should not be missing on our tour. This 550 meter long open air building is home to the world famous Rio Carnival Parade, one of the most incredible parties in the world.

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We will also enter the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Sebastian, one of the landmarks of the city, which is characterized by a pyramidal structure reminiscent of the typical religious buildings of pre-Columbian America. Then we will go to the city center to immerse ourselves in local culture, climb the Selarón stairs and cross the arches of Lapa on board our vehicle.

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We will also be offered a buffet lunch throughout the tour of Rio de Janeiro. At the end of the tour we will bring you back to your hotel.

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Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Free morning. 

In the afternoon, we will pick you up from your hotel and drive to the Rocinha Favela, one of the largest in Brazil.

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In this walking tour we are going to talk about the most negative prejudices related to favelas and look at some little known aspects of these places. We will discover the power of teaching concretely by knowing deeply about the educational projects of social reintegration. Thanks to these programs, the residents of the favelas can live legally without having to use violence.

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Contrary to popular belief, you can find many interesting forms of artistic expression in these areas of Rio. In fact, we will see Rocinha's famous street art. Some of the murals are true works of art and the colorful buildings in the neighborhood are masterpieces of the creativity of the Rocinha people.

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Our route also includes a stop at the "devil's trampoline". This is the name of the Gávea Circuit that runs through Rocinha. Its sweeping curves put experienced drivers to the test between 1933 and 1954, during the years when these car races were among the most important in Brazil.

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After visiting the favela, we will return to the starting point in Rocinha and then accompany you to your hotel in Rio de Janeiro.

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Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast at the Hotel. After breakfast, transfer to the airport with your guide to take the flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Once arrived, a car will wait for you to take you to your Hotel. In the afternoon you will visit the Brazilian side of the falls.

Be dazzled by one of the great wonders of the world, Iguazu Falls, home to more than 270 breathtaking waterfalls.

After passing through the visitors’ center, continue your tour to the magnificent Iguazu Falls. Take a 1-kilometer walk and marvel at the surrounding beauty. This walk offers you an amazing panoramic view of the falls and an up-close view of the Devil’s Throat Waterfall.

Your tour ends at the top of Iguazu Falls, which can be accessed by stairs or the Panoramic Elevator. Then, follow the catwalk to the Porto Canoas Space, where you can see the Iguazu River. After the end of your tour, your van will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

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Afterwards visit the bird park of Foz do Iguazu with more than 150 different species. In huge aviaries you have the opportunity to experience and observe macaws, parrots, toucans etc. up close. Aves Parque is an internationally recognized center for the recreation and protection of birds among the lush Atlantic rainforest.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast we drive to the Argentine - Brazilian border, to the impressive waterfalls of Iguazu. Over 275 waterfalls plunge into the depths over an extension of 2.7 km. Together with our English-speaking guide, we take a small train to the best viewpoint of the waterfalls, the “Garganta del Diablo”. 80 m, the thundering masses of water plunge into the depths directly at the edge in front of us. As the name suggests, this is the highest part of the Iguazu Falls: a gigantic water spectacle, the roar, the spray and the power of this natural spectacle will leave a lasting impression on us. Various viewpoints along the footbridges offer varied perspectives.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

After breakfast at the hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, you will be transferred to the airport and fly to northern Manaus. There you will be picked up from the airport, brought to your hotel and have the remaining day at leisure. Here you can get a little glimpse into the "gateway to the Amazon" Manaus, which is also often referred to as the "Paris of the tropics". The old town consists of ancient buildings, which were built in the “Art Noveau” style at the beginning of the 20th century from parts that came by ship from Europe.

Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure from the hotel in Manaus to the port, where we will board a speedboat and travel down the Negro River on the left bank, seeing the floating port of Manaus, regional boats and the Municipal Market. We continue to the Meeting of the Waters (Rio Negro and Solimões) with a stop to observe the natural phenomenon.

On to the Janauari Ecological Park. Located on the Rio Negro, the park spreads over 9,000 hectares of dry land forest, igapós and flooded forests. We will be able to see the famous Vitória Régia, a local aquatic plant, up close.

Stop for lunch at a floating restaurant and a visit to the local craft stores.

Afterwards, we head straight to the indigenous tribe where we will be welcomed by the shaman and invited to attend the welcome ritual. After the ritual, we have free time to talk to the members of the tribe and enjoy their handicrafts.  Afterwards, we will have an experience with the pink dolphins, sweet and friendly animals that live freely in the rivers. Return to Manaus, with an estimated arrival time of 16:00. 

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Transfer to the Amazon EcoPark Jungle Lodge. Visit the monkey forest which is a rehabiliation centre set up for the recovery and re-introduction of wild animals to their habitat with the intention of receiving animals that have been confiscated from illegal trade. 

This afternoon experience fishing for piranhas or other species and in the evening enjoy a canoe ride and alligator spotting.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

You will have a full day to explore the Amazon jungle accompanied by local guides. Your program will include:

• a nature hike during which your guide will teach you about the local flora and fauna, how and where to find edible fruits and potable water, how to find your way in the forest and much more
• a visit to a native's house to learn about the traditions and customs of local Amazonians
• a fishing trip 

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Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

After breakfast transfer to the airport and flight to Salvador.

Arrive in Salvador da Bahia, otherwise known as the "Land of Happiness", a historic city on the northern coast of Brazil. Salvador’s Renaissance architecture is reminiscent of colonial times when the city was the capital of the Brazilian Empire. Bahia was also the site of the first slave market in the Americas and its population reflects the unique mix of African, European and Native American heritage.

Meals: Breakfast

The Salvador Historical Tour is a charming tour of the city of Salvador, the first capital of Brazil, which possesses one of the most powerful cultures in the country and is influenced by the African people who have left their cultural legacy in music, food and local culture Religion. You can feel all this local cultural force on our city tour, especially in Pelourinho which is part of the historical center of the city which is now a World Heritage Site and is the highlight of the tour.

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After breakfast, learn how Brazil's first capital came to be on this amazing historical tour of Salvador. Enjoy a walking tour of the historic center. Narrow streets, slopes and many old mansions will take you back in time. Squares, Churches, Museums and Art Galleries give Pelourinho a special charm. The highlights (of which we will visit two internally) are: Terreiro de Jesus, São Francisco Church, Museu Da Misericórdia, Basilica Cathedral, Casa do Olodum, Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos Church and mainly the joy of the people.

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In the afternoon you leave for another tour. The Bahia Negra tour is perfect for those with an interest and desire to immerse themselves a bit more in the African-derived culture and religion called candomblé.

We start the tour by visiting a percussion workshop, where we will meet the master of rhythms who will introduce us to the famous atabaques, rum, rumpi and lê that are musical instruments usually played in camdomblé ceremonies . We will experience and learn the beat of the drums and the African and Brazilian rhythms that enchants visitors from around the world in a truly immersive musical experience.

Right after, we will meet the capoeira master, where we will exchange some information and learn a little more about this art that was brought by the slaves and that today represents so much the local culture worldwide. The next part will be to enjoy the dance to the sound of the berimbau . In this class, you will learn the swing and some of the main movements used in the most traditional cultural manifestation of Bahia, Capoeira. It will be a time of learning and a lot of relaxation.

Then, we will use the public transport to go to the largest and most traditional fair in Salvador, the “Feira de São Joaquim”. An exotic and unique fair, a wonderful place to have a real interaction with the local people and taste the spices and secrets of the local culture and observe the immense variety of stalls aimed at African Cults. We will end our tour once again using public transport that will take us from the Fair to the Lacerda Elevator, where we will go up to the Historic Center.

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Meals: Breakfast

After incredibly great impressions of one of the truly most beautiful cities on earth, take your flight home today, if you end your individual tour of Brazil at this point.

Meet your personal driver for an airport transfer in Rio de Janeiro.

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Safe travels home, and visit again soon!

Meals: Breakfast