Grand Tour of Brazil – 10 nights – 11 days

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1 – WELCOME TO RIO DE JANEIRO

Arrival in Rio de Janeiro and transfer to your hotel.

Regular check-in. Upon availability, the hotel can grant a room on arrival. If you want guaranteed early check-in, hotels usually charge one additional overnight. Depending on your flight schedule, we can already organize an excursion on this day. Overnight stay.

DAY 2 – RIO DE JANEIRO

After having breakfast, our day starts with a visit to “Corcovado”. The starting point is the urban district “Cosme Velho”, which is located between the city center and Copacabana. By using the cogwheel (approximately 20 minutes ride to the top), you travel through the “Tijuca” tropical forest, which is the biggest urban forest in the world. It is also a fantastic place to look over Rio de Janeiro and to see the mountain. The Corcovado has a height of 710 meters. At the top of Corcovado is the monument of Christ, The Redeemer, with open arms, which you can see from nearly every place in Rio de Janeiro. On one side, the Sugar Loaf and the “Guanabara” bay and “Niterói”, and on the other side, the “South Zone” with the beaches of “Copacabana” and “Ipanema” as well as the “Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas”. The Corcovado is located in Tijuca National Park, a protected area.

Lunch in a typical “Churrascaria” – it is a typical restaurant from Brazil, a gourmet extravaganza. If you have not been to a Churrascaria while in Brazil, you have not been to Brazil! Great food, service, and view.

After lunch, visit the Sugar Loaf. To get on top, you travel by cable car. You have a first stop on a hill called “Morro da Urca”, on which several gardens and panoramic viewing platforms are located. Arrived at the second stop, you enjoy a spectacular view over Rio de Janeiro, its beaches, and the “Guanabara” bay. On the horizon, you can see the Corcovado. Return to the hotels and overnight stay.

DAY 3 – RIO DE JANEIRO

After having breakfast, your day starts with a city tour to visit the historic center of Rio de Janeiro. You have a walk through the tight streets, which hold the history of the city. You visit the highlights of tourist attractions, e.g., the abbey named “São Bento”, the beautiful church called “Igreja de Candelaria”, the “XV. Novembre Square”, and the “Banco do Brasil” cultural center, which occupies the former headquarters of the bank.

Furthermore, you see the most famous street, “Goncalves Dias”, where a traditional bar named “Colombo” is situated. Finally, the trip ends on the “Largo da Carioca” and the Rio de Janeiro’s urban cathedral. Return to the hotels, free time in the afternoon for relaxing or optional excursions. Overnight stay.

DAY 4 – RIO DE JANEIRO – FOZ DO IGUAZU

Breakfast and transfer to the Airport to take the morning flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Arrival and a visit to the Brazilian National Park. Walk on pathways for a nice view of the Iguazu Falls, gaze at the UNESCO World Natural Wonder. Transfer to your hotel. Time at leisure and overnight.

DAY 5 – FOZ DO IGUAZU

After having breakfast, transfer to Argentina to visit the National park on their side. We will walk on the path exploring its trails for a different view of the falls. One of the major attractions in the Argentine park is the train ride to visit a breathtaking canyon called “Garganta del Diablo” (Devil´s Throat). Another popular lookout is “Alvar-Nunes”, from where you can admire the falls called “Bozetti”, “San Martin”, and “The Two Sisters”.

Important: A visa may be required to enter Argentina. A visa must be requested in advance in the passenger´s original country.

Return to the hotels and overnight stay.

DAY 6 – FOZ DO IGUAZU – MANAUS - AMAZON

Breakfast and transfer to the airport for the flight to Manaus. Arrival and transfer to the lodge. Check- in, welcome drink, and dinner. The lodge offers full ecological programs. Overnight stay.

DAY 7 & 8 – AMAZON

During these two days, you discover the “Amazonica” rainforest by walking and canoe/boat rides. Enjoy the rich flora and fauna there. Several activities are planned during your stay, including night alligator flashing, a visit to the local inhabitants’ dwelling, trekking, etc. Your stay is full board.

Note: Several of the possible activities depend on weather conditions.

DAY 9 – MANAUS - SALVADOR DE BAHIA

Breakfast and then transfer to the airport for your flight to Salvador. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 10 – SALVADOR DE BAHIA

Relaxed breakfast in the hotel and morning at leisure.

In the afternoon, a city tour begins to explore the history, traditions, and development of this fascinating city. The famous urban district “Pelourinho”, with its preserved colonial architecture, is part of the UNESCO World Cultural Patrimony. A walk through the tight streets, passing the town hall square, the church, and the abbey called “São Francisco” down to the hotspot of Salvador (the place named “Largo do Pelourinho”) is an absolute must.

Farewell dinner in a typical restaurant and the chance to enjoy the urban district with its magical atmosphere at night. Return to the hotels and overnight stay.

DAY 11 – DEPART FROM SALVADOR DE BAHIA

Buffet breakfast. At the designated time, transfer to the hotel. Check-out.