Classic Brazil

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Travel to South America and visit Brazil on a journey through its beautiful interior. Discover the heart and soul of Brazil as you travel from the dramatic setting of Rio de Janeiro past the thundering waters of Iguazu Falls and on to the startling array of wildlife in the Pantanal wetlands. Experience the natural wonders and vibrant energy that this welcomin...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Experience Brazil's electric energy in Rio de Janeiro
    • Gaze into the gushing waters of Iguazu Falls
    • Spot Brazil's wildlife in the Pantanal wetlands
    • Spend a night snoozing in a hammock
    • Sip caipirinhas in a Rio jazz bar

What's this trip about?

    Travel to South America and visit Brazil on a journey through its beautiful interior. Discover the heart and soul of Brazil as you travel from the dramatic setting of Rio de Janeiro past the thundering waters of Iguazu Falls and on to the startling array of wildlife in the Pantanal wetlands. Experience the natural wonders and vibrant energy that this welcoming country is known for.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age range15 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityRio de Janeiro
End CityRio de Janeiro

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Historic sightseeing
  • Wildlife viewing

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 12

Trip includes

    • Accommodation
    • Activities listed in the day-to-day itinerary
    • Tour guide
    • Internal Transportation
    • 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Rio de Janeiro

Accommodation: Hotel Imperial or similar

A sweltering city of white sand beaches, pulsating samba rhythms and lush mountain backdrops, Rio is bewitching. Get your bearings on a guided orientation walk, then join the flocks of tanned Cariocas (residents of Rio de Janeiro) headed to the beach for swimming, sunbathing, football playing or posing.

Days 2-3: Iguazu Falls

Accommodation: Hotel Del Rey or similar

Stretching almost 3 km in length, the incredible power of Brazil's Iguazu Falls will take your breath away. Spend two days exploring both the Argentinean and Brazilian sides of the cascades, admiring their sheer scale and vast panoramic splendour. Be prepared to get wet as the prolific torrents of water gushing through Iguazu don't discriminate.

Days 4-5: Bonito

Accommodation: Pousada Caramanchao or similar

There's a lot to live up to with a name that translates to 'beautiful', but Bonito is more than just a pretty face. Head underground to explore the area's vast cave system or dive into the cool river waters to snorkel among schools of colourful fish.

Days 6-7: Pantanal

Accommodation: Camping (with facilities)

Brazil's Pantanal plain is the world's largest wetland area and home to a vast array of wildlife. Monkeys, anacondas, lizards and otters all reside here, so don't pass up the opportunity for some wildlife-spotting. Head ...

Days 8-9: Rio de Janeiro

Accommodation: Hotel Imperial or similar

Return to raucous Rio de Janeiro for a final night on the town. Head out into Brazil's most electrifying city and toast the conclusion of this Brazilian adventure with some street food snacks and a fresh caipirinha. Then perhaps bust some moves in a hot and heady dance hall.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,610
Price per day$290
Last Updated: 12/7/2021

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