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Adventure in Rio de Janeiro Buzios and Iguazu Falls in 6 days

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Length

6 days

Itinerary

6 days planned

Group

Max 21

Guides

Portuguese, English

Overview

Explore Brazil’s vibrant culture and stunning nature on this exciting six-day tour. Start in Rio de Janeiro, with a tour of its beaches and delicious local cuisine, followed by an excursion to Buzios to enjoy a schooner ride. Visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf, before flying to Foz de Iguazu, where you will discover the majestic Falls on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. This trip combines spectacular scenery and unforgettable moments in one itinerary.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Arrival in Rio de Janeiro⌄

    Upon arrival, our representative will be waiting for you with a sign with your last name. Then, we will accompany you to make the transfer to the hotel.

    Overnight: Stay in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, at selected hotel.

  2. 2BÚZIOS TOUR + SCHOONER RIDE IN A DAY⌄

    We will pick you up at your hotel in Rio de Janeiro between 6:50 and 8:20 hours to travel to Buzios. After three hours of driving, we will arrive on the peninsula and board a schooner to tour its bay, with stops for swimming in João Fernandes, Ilha Feia and Praia da Tartaruga. Then we will walk along the famous Rua das Pedras and have lunch in a local restaurant with buffet. Then you will have free time to enjoy the charm of Búzios, former fishing village and refuge of Brigitte Bardot, whose statue you can visit in front of the sea. Finally we will return to Rio de Janeiro, arriving around 21:00 hours. Accommodation in Rio de Janeiro.

    Meals: Lunch

    Overnight: Stay in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, at selected hotel.

  3. 3TOUR TO THE RIO DE JANEIRO WITH TICKETS, CHRIST THE REDEEMER AND SUGAR BREAD⌄

    In the morning we will pick you up from your hotel to start a full tour of Rio de Janeiro. We will visit Mount Corcovado to take a close look at the Christ the Redeemer and enjoy its panoramic views. Then we'll head to Sugar Loaf and ascend by cable car. We will continue with outdoor stops at the Maracana stadium and the Sambadrome, icon of the Carnival Carioca. We will also enter the Metropolitan Cathedral of São Sebastião and tour the city center, including the Selarón stairs and the Arches of Lapa. During the excursion we will enjoy a buffet lunch. We will finish the tour by returning to the hotel at around 17:00 hours.

    Meals: Lunch

    Overnight: Stay in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, at selected hotel.

  4. 4JOURNEY FROM RIO DE JANEIRO TO FOZ DE IGUAZU⌄

    We will start the fourth day with an energizing breakfast at the hotel. We will then pick you up early and transfer you to Rio de Janeiro airport, where you will board your flight to Iguazu Falls. (The flight must be purchased at your own expense.)

    Overnight: Stay in Foz Do Iguazu, in selected hotel.

  5. 5TOUR OF THE BRAZILIAN SIDE OF IGUAZU FALLS WITH TICKETS⌄

    After picking you up from your hotel in Foz de Iguazu between 9:30 and 10:30, we will head to the Iguazu National Park on its Brazilian side. Although the Argentine sector is more extensive, from Brazil you get the best panoramas of the falls. Once inside, you will have free time to walk the 1,200-meter trail, from where you can admire the Iguazu River Canyon and jumps like Rivadavia and Tres Mosqueteros, until you reach the lower viewpoint of the Devil's Gorge, famous for its permanent rainbow. After approximately two hours of visiting, we will wait for you to return to your hotel in Foz de Iguazú, where the excursion will end between 15:00 and 16:00, estimated as usual closure at 15:30 hours.

    Overnight: Stay in Foz Do Iguazu, in selected hotel.

  6. 6EXCURSION TO THE ARGENTINE SIDE OF IGUAZU FALLS⌄

    After picking you up at your hotel in Foz de Iguazú between 7:00 and 7:40, we will head to Iguazú National Park. At the Visitor Center we will board the train to the Argentine area, arriving at Puerto Macuco. From there you can, at your own expense, take a boat sail to travel the rapids and approach the Three Musketeers Leap and the Devil's Throat. Then we will visit the Salto San Martín and disembark on San Martín Island to tour the Lower Circuit, which offers close views of the falls. The highlight will be the Rock of Bella Vista, with excellent views of the Devil's Gorge and Iguazu Canyon. After six to eight hours of visiting, we will return to the starting point to return to Foz de Iguazu. Later, at the agreed time, we will transfer you from the hotel to the airport. Buy your flight on your own at night times 20:00 hours approximately.

What's included

  • ✓Tour to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls with tickets included.
  • ✓Transportation by minibus or bus during excursions.
  • ✓Daily breakfast at selected hotels.
  • ✓Bilingual guide (Spanish, English and Portuguese).
  • ✓Pick up and drop off at Rio de Janeiro airport.
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Excursion to Buzios with schooner ride with lunch.
  • ✓Tour of Rio de Janeiro with tickets to Christ the Redeemer and the Sugar Loaf cable car.
  • ✓Buffet lunch on days 2 and 3.
  • ✓Transfers in and out of Foz de Iguazu airport.
  • ✓Tickets to Iguazu Falls, both on the Argentine and Brazilian sides.
  • ✓5 nights accommodation in 3 or 4 star hotels with breakfast.

Not included

  • ✕Flight from Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguazu - Rio de Janeiro
  • ✕Meals not mentioned.

Good to know

Cancellation: If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness