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9-Day Classic Tour in Brazil

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Trip Overview

This trip is ideal for traveller's visiting Brazil for the first time. It’s 9 days of discovery that include nature, culture, history and plenty of fun.

Your trip will start in the wonderful city of Rio de Janeiro, where you will spend some time getting to know its beaches, mountains and cheerful and welcoming people. Then, visit the indescribable Foz do Iguaçu, one of the biggest waterfalls on the planet with rich flora and fauna. In Salvador, Bahia, the first capital of Brazil, you will get to enjoy the landscapes, cultures and ancient arts the city is bursting with.

This trip is a vibrant introduction to Brazil and showcases the best of the country's natural settings, culture and rich history.
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Culture & Arts
Beach & Sea

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Rio de Janeiro

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Arrival in Rio de Janeiro

You will arrive at the airport in Rio de Janeiro where you will be privately received and transferred to your hotel. You can spend the rest of your day off relaxing at your hotel or exploring some of Rio de Janeiro at your leisure. Copacabana Beach is one of Rio's most important coastlines and has a vibrant atmosphere packed with both tourists and locals.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rio Othon Palace4 star

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    Activities

    Copacabana BeachOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim International Airport to Hotel Rio Othon Palace

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

Day 2

Sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro

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Sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro

This morning after breakfast, you will be taken for a day of sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro. You will visit Sugarloaf Mountain, where you can enjoy the beautiful rainforest, beaches and a part of the great metropolis. You will also get a chance to see the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Located on Corcovado mountain, this is one of Brazil's most treasured landmarks.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rio Othon Palace4 star

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    Activities

    Rio de Janeiro Tour

    Christ the Redeemer

    Sugarloaf Mountain

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    Transportations

    Cable Car from Red Beach to Sugarloaf Mountain

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

Day 3

Two Brothers Peak Hike and Favela Visit

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Two Brothers Peak Hike and Favela Visit

This fantastic tour offers you magnificent views of Ipanema Beach and the Atlantic Ocean and Rocinha, the largest favela of Rio. You will begin with a 15-minute walk on the seaside to find the entrance of the Vidigal Favela, where you'll catch a VW van for a ride to the top of the favela. Then, embark on a 45-minute hike through woods to reach the summit of the Two Brothers Peak (660 metres high). On this day you will see a unique side to Rio!

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rio Othon Palace4 star

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    Activities

    Rio de Janeiro Half-Day Tour: Two Brothers Peak and Vidigal Favela

    Free Time in Rio de JaneiroOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

Day 4

Depart for Foz Do Iguaçu

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Depart for Foz Do Iguaçu

Today, you will have a free morning in Rio. You can visit the colourful steps of Escadaria Selaron or stroll around the scenic botanical gardens in the centre. Then, at the scheduled time, you will have a private transfer to the airport to your flight to Iguaçu Falls, Foz Do Iguaçu. Arriving in Foz do Iguaçú, a driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Wish Foz do Iguaçu5 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in Rio de JaneiroOptional Activity

    Jardim Botânico Rio de JaneiroOptional Activity

    Escadaria SelaronOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Rio Othon Palace to RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim International Airport

    Plane from Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguaçu

    Private Driver from Foz do Iguaçu International Airport to Wish Foz do Iguaçu

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

    Foz do Iguaçu

Day 5

Exploring Iguaçu Falls

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Exploring Iguaçu Falls

Today, you will be transferred to explore the Argentinian side of the falls. Once in the Argentine National Park, board a train headed to the Devil’s Throat, the tallest waterfall in Iguaçu. After enjoying the scenery, board the train again until the first station to start a walk for about 3.2 km through the footpaths and walkways that provide a different and more complete view of the falls. After leaving the park, you will visit a nearby bird park with over 180 different species of birds.

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    Accommodation

    Wish Foz do Iguaçu5 star

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    Activities

    Devil's Throat

    Parque das Aves

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Wish Foz do Iguaçu to Iguazu National Park

    Train from Iguazu Falls to Devil's Throat

    Private Driver from Parque das aves to Wish Foz do Iguaçu

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Foz do Iguaçu

    Argentina

    State of Paraná

Day 6

Iguaçu Falls and Journey to Salvador

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Iguaçu Falls and Journey to Salvador

On this day you will visit the Brazilian side of Iguaçu Falls, one of the most beautiful natural parks in the world. On this side, the ride lasts 2 to 4 hours. This side will give you the best panoramic view of the falls, replete with waterfalls that reach approximately 80 metres high. After exploring the park, you will be transferred to Iguaçú airport in Foz Do Iguaçu for your flight to Salvador. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be received and transferred to your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Villa Bahia4 star

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    Activities

    Iguacu National Park - Brazil

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Iguaçu National Park to Foz do Iguaçu International Airport

    Plane from Foz do Iguaçu to Salvador

    Private Driver from Salvador-Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport to Hotel Villa Bahia

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Foz do Iguaçu

    State of Paraná

    Salvador

Day 7

Sightseeing in Salvador

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Sightseeing in Salvador

After breakfast, you will visit the upper town, where you will walk through the streets and alleys downtown of the famous Pelourinho historic district. That’s where you will find the Church of São Francisco, considered the country’s richest Baroque work. Later this day, visit the lower town, the coastal area of the city of Salvador, linked to the upper town by the Lacerda Elevator. Here you can visit the Church of Senhor do Bonfim and the Mercado Modelo, a traditional craft center.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Villa Bahia4 star

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    Activities

    Salvador Full-Day Tour

    Historic Centre of Salvador

    Sao Francisco Church and Convent of Salvador

    Elevador Lacerda

    Basilica do Senhor do Bonfim

    Mercado Modelo

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Salvador

Day 8

Free Day to Explore Salvador

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Free Day to Explore Salvador

Use this free day in Salvador to find out the amazing things in this city! You can visit Praia do Forte, which hosts the Tamar Project, a nonprofit organization that protects sea turtles. In an area of 10,000 square metres, you can see 4 or 5 species of sea turtles in different stages of the life cycle. If your trip takes place between the months of July and October and depending on weather conditions, you can also visit the Humpback Whale Institute.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Villa Bahia4 star

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    Activities

    SalvadorOptional Activity

    Praia do ForteRequest to Book

    TAMAR Marine Turtle Praia do Forte ProjectOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Salvador

    Praia do Forte

Day 9

Departure

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Departure

This is the final day of your trip. At the scheduled time, you will be privately transferred to Salvador Airport for your international flight back home.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Villa Bahia to Salvador-Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Salvador

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What’s included?

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 13 activities
  • 8 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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