Day by day
Day 1 London to Rio
Fly from the UK to Rio. On arrival at Rio Airport you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel.
Day 2 Rio – Corcovado & Sugar Leaf Mountain
Rio cries out to be explored and the Corcovado and Sugar Loaf tour is a good starting point. This morning, travel by train through the lush Tijuca Forest to reach the top of Corcovado. Here you will get up close to the awe-inspiring Statue of Christ, towering over the amazing city of Rio. After a delicious lunch, travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car. The view from here is unbeatable; marvel at the sight of countless bays and Rio's curvaceous coastline. – Breakfast & Lunch included.
Day 3 Rio
Today is yours to enjoy as you wish. Rio is famous for its golden beaches; enjoy the sea breeze and soak up the sun. Perhaps you may like to wander around old Rio, the place where it all began, or discover great shopping in Ipanema. After dark Rio comes alive. This evening, you will be collected from your hotel to watch a spectacular Samba show, with elaborately costumed dancers and singers presenting Brazil's folklore and capturing the rhythms of Carnival. – Breakfast & Dinner included.
Day 4 Rio to Iguassu Falls (Brazilian Side)
After an early breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Foz do Iguassu. There you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel for a two-night stay. The rest of your afternoon is free to relax at your hotel or perhaps book an optional activity (at own expense). – Breakfast included.
Day 5 Iguassu Falls (Argentine side)
After breakfast you will be collected for a morning tour which takes you across the border into the heart of the Argentine national park. The views along the footpaths are magnificent. The platform allows direct access to the misty falls, a truly breathtaking experience. The falls from Argentina offer a completely different experience to the Brazilian side. Later this afternoon discover the Brazilian side of the world's largest waterfalls, set deep within stunning tropical forest. We recommend to add an optional helicopter ride over the spectacular roaring falls or an unforgettable Macuco boat safari (not included). – Breakfast included
Day 6 Iguassu Falls to Manaus
Transfer to the airport for your flight via Sao Paulo to Manaus, gateway to the Amazon. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. – Breakfast included
Day 7 Manaus – The Amazon
Depart Manaus at 8.30am for your 30-minute boat ride downriver to the unique Amazon Eco Park Lodge. Upon arrival, visit the Monkey Rehabilitation Centre, where it is possible to take pictures of rare monkeys with the safety of specialised staff. Continue to a 'Caboclo' dwelling to learn about the customs and way of life of these native inhabitants. After dinner this evening, go in search of alligators with your expert guide. – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Standard: Amazon Ecopark
We would like to inform you about the drought in the Amazon, that occurs every year in this region, but this year reached the same level of the worst drought reported in the last 50 years. In some regions of the Amazon, the rivers dried up completely, hindering access to the lodges, making it necessary to walk down the river bed for at least 1 hour to arrive at reception.
We have some recommendations for guests that will be visiting the region until early November: *Bring small luggage that weighs less than 10km, and leave the largest bag in the lodge's office (when they are available) or in the airport lockers. *Use hats will long bills and dark sunglasses for protection from the intense heat; *Use sunscreen and always carry bottled water; *Wear comfortable shoes or boots and light coloured clothes made from lightweight fabric;
Day 8 – 9 The Amazon Rainforest
Over the next two days, explore the fascinating Amazon rainforest, one of the 'New 7 Wonders of Nature' finalists. Enjoy a jungle hike with your guide explaining the amazing flora and fauna that surrounds you. Travel into the Amazon for a full day excursion visiting the phenomenon of the 'Meeting of the Waters' at the confluence of the Rio Negro and the Rio Solimes, a remarkable sight not to be missed. And finally you will also have the chance to try your hand at fishing: if you're lucky you may catch local fish such as tucunare and tambaqui or even a piranha – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 10 the Amazon to Manaus to London
After a morning at leisure return to Manaus by boat, arriving back at the airport by approx. 12.30pm in time for your onward flight. – Breakfast
Day 11 London
Arrive back into the UK after a fantastic Brazilian adventure.