RIO DE JANEIRO & IGUASSU FALLS
From $899/Person
6-Day Independent Brazil Vacation Package With Plenty Of Time At Leisure In Rio And Iguassu
Travel at your own pace on this independent Brazil vacation package with stays in Rio and Iguassu. Your trip to Brazil takes you to explore Rio De Janeiro, Brazil's capital from 1763 to 1960. Here, Brazil’s second largest city is ideally situated between the mountains and the sea and is blessed with beautiful beaches, historical and cultural sites, and samba. Rio is also home to the Maracanã Stadium, one of the world’s largest football stadiums. Day or night, you will quickly find out why Rio is…
Included
Hotel accommodation for 5 nights
Daily buffet breakfast
Round trip airport transfers with guide
Sightseeing, including:
- Half day city tour to Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer
- Half day tour to the Brazilian side of the falls
- Half day tour to the Argentinean side of the falls
Hotel taxes and service charges
Itinerary
Day01/06
- Day 01
Rio de Janeiro
Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. - Day 02
Rio de Janeiro
Depart on your tour to visit one of the most famous landmarks in the world. After a scenic drive along Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, arrive at the bottom of the Corcovado Hill. Then embark on a cogwheel train that ascends through the Tijuca Forest towards the peak of the mountain. Here you will find the Christ the Redeemer Statue located 2,330 ft. above sea level. Enjoy the magnificent views! (B) - Day 03
Rio de Janeiro
Full day at leisure to explore this “Cidade Maravilhosa” or Marvelous City, or if you wish you can choose from one of the many optional tours that are available. (B) - Day 04
Rio de Janeiro | Iguassu Falls
Transfer to Rio de Janeiro airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls. Meet your guide at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Today, tour the Brazilian side of the Falls, which offers the grander view. Starting at the hotel, journey to the Brazilian National Park. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the subtropical forest along the catwalks and then take the panoramic glass elevator ride for amazing views, particularly of the Devil’s Throat, where the Rio Iguassu makes its most dramatic plunge, splitting into dozens of waterfalls. Remainder of the day is at leisure. (B) - Day 05
Iguassu Falls
After breakfast, depart for a tour of the Argentinian side of the Falls for a closer view. Cross the border into Argentina and arrive at the Parque Nacional Iguassu. Hop aboard the train for a panoramic view of the subtropical rainforest, with thousands of plant species and hundreds of bird types, and many mammals and reptiles. The highlight: A stop at the suspended platform at the very brink of the Devil’s Throat, largest of the waterfalls. This is truly an amazing experience! (B) - Day 06
Iguassu Falls to USA (or extend your stay)
Transfer to the airport for your flight. (B)
Accommodation
Hotels
BELMOND COPACABANA PALACE
3 Nights
This glamorous landmark is pre-eminent among the best hotels in Rio de Janeiro. Since its Art Deco doors swung open in 1923, Belmond Copacabana Palace has been welcoming the rich and famous.
Superbly positioned overlooking Copacabana Beach, this is the best place to stay in Rio. Soak up the sun in the magnificent pool or join Brazil's style setters at the Piano Bar. And don?t miss the hotel's top restaurants, whether for great local dishes or fi…
BELMOND HOTEL DAS CATARATAS
2 Nights
Facing the spectacular Iguaçu Falls inside Iguaçu National Park, the 5-star Belmond Hotel das Cataratas allows guests to enjoy a cocktail by the swimming pool or play a game of tennis on the provided court, and also provides free WiFi
Belmond Hotel das Cataratas offers traditional Portuguese styled rooms with a flat screen TV, dark wood furniture and warm natural tones. Some rooms provide a balcony and seating area.
The Ipe Grill Restaurant pro…
Notes
- All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Extra nights and triple occupancy available upon request. Rates are not valid during Certain Holidays and blackout periods. Visa to Brazil is required for US Citizens.
- Please call for special international airfares and domestic flights in Economy or Business Class.
- Local Brazilian Departure taxes, local airport taxes, beverages, personal expenses and other items not mentioned above are not included.