Rio Escape - 5 Days/ 4 Nights

Rio de Janeiro, the marvelous city, is dramatically set between rainforest-clad cliffs and the sea. It never sleeps and it is easy to get around day or night. Away from the beaches and intense nightlife, there is plenty of art by contemporary artists in galleries and museums; excellent shopping particularly for jewelry, plentiful hotels in all price ranges and a huge variety of restaurants. Tours take you to the breathtaking views at the top of the 396-meter Sugarloaf, the Christ at Corcovado mountain, as well as the Tijuca rainforest, yet visitors can find plentiful urban cultural adventures in this special city.

Day 01- Depart from the U.S. Arrival in Rio de Janeiro, transfer to selected hotel.

Day 02- City tour, world famous beaches and the Sugar Loaf Mountain. Ride along the world-famous beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, circling the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon and proceeding to the "Maracanã", one of the world's largest stadiums. Visit the modern Cathedral, passing by the Flamengo Park and the World War II Memorial. The grand finale of the tour: a thrilling cable-car ride to the top of the Sugar Loaf, 395 meters above the city, and a breathtaking view of Guanabara Bay. (B)

Day 03- Scenic ride to the Corcovado and Tijuca Forest. From the train station ride to the Christ Redeemer statue overlooking the city’s beaches and mountains. Drive to the Tijuca Forest, with stops at Taunay’s waterfall & Mayrink’s chapel. Easy 1-hour trek thru the forest: see different types of tropical fruits, trees, animals such as monkeys and sloth and various kinds of birds and butterflies. Return by the ”Loneliness dam” towards Sao Conrado, watching the hang-gliding flights. Evening farewell typical Brazilian BBQ dinner and fabulous samba show. (BD)

Day 04- Optional day tour of tropical islands on a schooner cruise or a half-day visit to Petropolis ( B)

Day 05- Transfer to airport for return flight to the U.S. or additional tours in South America. (B)

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Extension to Buzios - 4 Days/ 3 Night

Day 01 Transfer from hotel to Buzios, north of Rio. An unspoiled natural beauty, romantic tranquility, a variety of sporting and cultural alternatives. (B)

Day 02-Day 03 Days at leisure to explore the peninsula. (B)

Day 04 Transfer to airport for return flight to the U.S. or additional tours in South America. (B)

Tour Includes: Shuttle Transfer Rio/Buzios/Rio * 3 nights hotel accommodations * all taxes and service charges at hotels * daily breakfast * other meals as specified * transfers throughout * baggage handling * assistance from local representatives *

Special holidays surcharge and date restrictions may apply

Hotel upgrade and child rates available upon request!

*American citizens require entry visa for Brazil.

For more information you can refer to www.brazilconsulate.org

Extension to Pantanal - 5 Days/ 4 Night

Day 01- Cuiabá/Pantanal: Reception and assistance upon arrival at Cuiaba Airport. Transfer to Pousada in the middle of the Pantanal. All meals, daily activities and excursions are included. (LD)

Day 02 thru  Day 04- Pantanal – Daily guided excursions include: visit of a colony of breeding birds by motorboat, watch the sunset and herons return to the trees at dusk; after dark, crocodile observation or Jeep Safari to observe nightlife; ecological hike through the wilderness of the Pantanal, visiting settlements of the native "Caboclos" with palm-thatched huts; boat rides to observe wildlife. Enjoy a stimulating drink of genuine "guarana". Horse trekking through Pantanal landscapes; reception on a nearby fazenda; among others. (BLD)

Day 05- Transfer to Cuiaba Airport for return flight to the U.S. or another destination in South. America. (B)

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