Best of Brazil

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So you've always wanted to go to lively Rio, you've read all about the awe-inspiring Iguassu Falls, and you've dreamed of strolling the colorful streets of Salvador for years. Well, it's time to stop fantasizing! On this amazing vacation package, you'll watch your dreams come true right before your eyes. Rio, Iguassu, and Salvador all in one trip? You bet. S...

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Full-Day Tour to Corcovado & Sugar Loaf Mountain
    • Iguassu Falls Tour (Brazilian Side) (3.5 hours)

What's this trip about?

    So you've always wanted to go to lively Rio, you've read all about the awe-inspiring Iguassu Falls, and you've dreamed of strolling the colorful streets of Salvador for years. Well, it's time to stop fantasizing! On this amazing vacation package, you'll watch your dreams come true right before your eyes. Rio, Iguassu, and Salvador all in one trip? You bet. Start your journey in the unique city of Rio de Janeiro, jam packed with vibrant culture, mountainous landscapes, and picture-perfect waterfront neighborhoods. Enjoy included tours up to Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer, and Sugar Loaf Mountain! Take a train ride through Tijuca Forest, then explore the city's bustling, artsy downtown. You'll wave goodbye to Rio and say hello to the majestic natural wonder that is Iguassu Falls. Walk along cascading paths, take tons of photos, and learn all about this amazing sight on a tour of the area! Witness views so spectacular, you thought they could only exist in movies.  Last, but certainly not least, you'll take one last domestic flight to the sunny coastal city of Salvador. Its charming, pastel-colored Historic Center will make you feel like you're walking through a real-life postcard. Stroll down cobblestone streets, admire colonial architecture, and enjoy the eye-popping colors of the city. Head to the bright blue bay and catch a truly unforgettable sunset! Helpful links for travel to Brazil: Visa & Passport Info Vaccines & Medications Info

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityRio de Janeiro
End CityBrazil

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

  • South America
  • Brazil

Attractions

  • Rio de Janeiro

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Mountaineering
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Rio de Janeiro (GIG), out of Salvador (SSA)
    • All airport transfers
    • 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro at the PortoBay Rio Internacional Hotel, or similar
    • Full-day tour to Corcovado & Sugar Loaf Mountain
    • One-way economy class flight from Rio (GIG or SDU) to Foz do Iguassu/Iguassu Falls (IGU)
    • 2 nights in Iguassu Falls at the Recanto Cataratas Thermas Resort, or similar
    • Iguassu Falls Tour (Brazilian Side)
    • One-way economy class flight from Foz do Iguassu/Iguassu Falls(IGU) to Salvador (SSA)
    • 2 nights in Salvador da Bahia at the Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho, or similar
    • Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Rio de Janeiro!

Feel the lively spirit in the air as you land in culture and beauty-rich Rio de Janeiro! Upon arrival in the "Marvelous City," enjoy a convenient transfer to your first luxurious hotel. Settle in and relax, then begin exploring the city!

Rio is famous for...

Day 2 Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy a pleasant Brazilian buffet breakfast, then get ready for your first full day in Rio. And what a way to start off a vacation... with a full day tour to Corcovado and Sugar Loaf Mountain! Grab your camera and embark on a journey of unbeatable natural beauty, mountainous adventure, and city sightseeing. 

Day 3 Rio de Janeiro

Wake up in beautiful Rio and start your day off with an energizing breakfast. After a full day of excitement yesterday, you'll enjoy a relaxing day at leisure today. Soak up some sun on Rio's world-famous beaches, Ipanema and Copacabana! And remember, the fun d...

Day 4 Rio de Janeiro - Iguassu Falls

Refuel with some breakfast, grab your bags and meet your transfer - you're off to Iguassu Falls today!

After a quick flight, you'll be brought to your next accommodation near the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls. Located close to the point where the Iguass...

Day 5 Iguassu Falls

After breakfast, grab your camera and get ready for an amazing tour of Iguassu Falls! Take tons of photos, gawk at magnificent views, and walk along picturesque nature paths.

Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel or strolling around the city.

Day 6 Iguassu Falls - Salvador

Wave goodbye to the majestic Falls and say hello to Salvador! Enjoy breakfast, then meet your transfer and make your way to the airport for your final domestic flight. 

Arrive in sunny Salvador, otherwise known as the "Land of Happiness" and check-in to y...

Day 7 Salvador

Ahhh, wake up in stunning Salvador and enjoy a delightful breakfast. Then, spend the day your way! Feel like relaxing by the water? Head to the coast and treat yourself to a sunny seaside lunch. In the mood to walk around the Historic Center? Visit the UNESCO-r...

Day 8 Depart Brazil

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your bag and enjoy a comfortable transfer to the airport. Board your plane and spend your relaxing flight home dreaming about your next adventure. 

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