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Brazil Sao Paulo – Iguazu – Manaos 11 Days /10 Nights

Description

Discover the vibrant diversity of Brazil on this fascinating itinerary. Start in the “Cidade Maravilhosa” of Rio de Janeiro, exploring icons such as Corcovado, Sugarloaf Mountain and the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa. Travel to Paraty, a colonial jewel surrounded by nature, and enjoy the tranquility of Ilha Grande. Then, marvel at the imposing Iguazu Falls, both on the Brazilian and Argentine sides, before entering the mystical Amazon in Manaus. Finish your adventure in Salvador de Bahia, immersing yourself in its rich Afro-Brazilian culture and navigating the warm waters of the Bay of Todos os Santos. This trip offers you an unforgettable experience, combining nature, culture and the authentic essence of Brazil.

Itinerary

International flight (Not included)

Arrival and reception at the airport. Transfer to the hotel.
"God is the artist. And Rio, his masterpiece." say the Brazilians...9h30: departure by private bus and visit with a guide. Climb Corcovado, descent through the Tijuca forest , then we have lunch at the Colombo confectionery, in a "belle époque" atmosphere, in the center of the city. In the afternoon, we take the " Bondhino " tram from the Arcos de Lapa, for an unusual visit to the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, which descends to Rio with its colonial buildings, and to the Parque de las Ruinas. At the end of the afternoon, we take the cable car, which takes us to the summit of Sugar Loaf, the best place to admire the sunset in the " city. " maravilhosa ". Option: Samba Soirée at the "Plataforma". Taxi transfers.

9h00: Departure to Paraty bordering the "green coast", a green corridor between the sea and the mountains, in front of Sepetiba Bay (3h30 journey). Lunch. This town enjoys an idyllic natural setting that is home to one of the most beautiful colonial heritages in Brazil, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Through its narrow, paved streets, discover this exceptional heritage that tells how lavish the 17th and 18th centuries were, through sublime baroque residences and churches, one of which is Santa Rita de Cassia , which today houses a Museum of Sacred Art. (visit with Spanish- speaking guide) . Paraty is a very lively city both day and night, and has numerous beaches in the surrounding area. Pousada .

Free morning in Paraty and its surroundings (numerous excursions possible). After lunch, return to Rio de Janeiro.
Option: Soirée and dinner at the Café Concert Río Scenarium , Lapa neighborhood, fashionable Río, far from the tourist soirées but with what the city has most authentic ...

Transfer to the airport. Flight to Foz de Iguazú. Arrival at the end of the morning. Reception at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Quick lunch and departure to go to Iguazú Park, Brazilian side, for a global vision. Return to the hotel. Dinner.

Transfer to the Argentine park. Day visit to the waterfalls on the Argentine side, San Martin Island and the impressive "Devil's Throat". Lunch on site. Then return to the airport on the Brazilian side. Domestic flight to Manaus . Arrival in the afternoon. Reception and transfer from the airport to your hotel.

Manaus , capital of the Amazon, extends along the Amazon River, exactly after the meeting of two important confluences, the Río Negro and the Río Solimoes , which advance side by side 6 kmwithout mixing, which It gives rise to an amazing natural spectacle, which we will go to see by boat. Then visit Manaus (its historic Opera, the market, Praia Negra). The capital of this immense territory is a city like others, except that it is located in the middle of the Amazon, which gives it a very particular atmosphere. Its exciting history is closely linked to the rubber boom at the end of the 19th century. Immensely rich city that saw its barons send their clothes to be washed in... Paris! His Opera is the symbol of this excess. The city center is colonial, with large enameled and colorful windows: blue, pink, green, that adorn tall buildings. The heat is humid, the landscape is of course tropical, and from the beach lined with coconut trees, or from the floating port, you can see nothing but water. But it's fresh water! Hotel.

Transfer to the airport. Flight to Salvador (if it is via Brasilia, it can be considered a quick visit to Brasilia for a few hours). Reception and transfer to the hotel. Lunch at Pelourinho , followed by a visit to the most representative neighborhoods of the soul of Salvador: the upper city, dominated by this historic Pelourinho neighborhood . Its prestigious architectural complex, renovated in the bright original colors, features splendid colonial residences and baroque churches, one of which is the resplendent Church of Sao Francisco and its astonishing tiled frescoes. Due to its African origins, the city created for itself a unique identity in Latin America, animating its daily life with the unbridled rhythms of capoeira and the religious festivities of Candomblé. Hotel.

By private sailboat and in the company of your Spanish-speaking guide, one-day cruise in the warm waters of the Bay of Todos os Santos, Frades Island in Ponta de Arreia (Island of Itaparica ) , from beach to beach. Return to Salvador at the end of the afternoon, transfer to the hotel. Hotel.
At night: we attended a Candomblé show.

Departure in the morning by private vehicle to Arembepe , a hippie town on the magnificent northern coast of Salvador, dotted with idyllic beaches. We stop for a swim before continuing towards the north ( 85 km) and its jewel, Praia do Forte, an extensive beach of fine sand bordered by coconut trees ( 12 km!). You can also, if you wish, visit the ecological project " Tamar " for the protection of turtles. Then we stop in Ibacai , where the Atlantic waters meet with those of a river. On one side the sea, on the other the fresh water. To choose from! At the end of the day, return to Salvador. Hotel.

Transfer to the airport. International flight.

Including

  • Guide to each stage as mentioned,
  • private transport except when specified
  • hotels in double room with breakfast except when specified (we cannot guarantee breakfast if you leave the hotel before 6 in the morning ), lunches and dinners mentioned as “included”
  • entrance fees to the sites except when specified “not included”, visits and excursions mentioned.

Not included

  • International round trip flight,
  • internal flights (see « Brazil Air Pass », available exclusively outside of Brazil)
  • airport taxes (national and international),
  • options, individual equipment , individual insurance, lunches and dinners mentioned as “not included” (count 3 a15 Euros/ pers /meal)
  • visits not mentioned.

Recommendations

  • Water bottle, extra money
  • Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and rain poncho
  • Original passports and/or ID card
  • Personal medication if necessary
  • Small backpack to carry cameras, water and
  • personal belongings
  • Cameras or film cameras
  • Light and warm clothes, the temperature varies a lot.

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