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Rio de Janeiro beach get-a-way

Relax on the most elegant beach in Rio at the Excelsior Copacabana oceanfront resort with easy access to sightseeing highlights. The height and unmistakable outline of Sugarloaf make it, together with Christ the Redeemer, the two main attractions offering breathtaking views of Rio. This famous landmark is reached by cable car in two stages: first to the top of Urca Hill, where visitors catch the second car to their final destination. From the Sugarloaf, the endless beaches of Rio de Janeiro and Niterói stretch to the horizon.

$885 per person, double

Includes full-day Sugarloaf & Corcovado tour, 6 nights accommodations, & private transfers & daily breakfast

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Rio de Janeiro, Buzios and Iguaçu Falls
Day 1 Overnight flight to Rio de Janeiro
 
Day 2 Greeting on arrival and transfer to Hotel Sofitel Rio Palace Superior room with buffet breakfast included, 3 nights This luxury hotel is set in one of the world's most beautiful places, with fabulous Ipanema on one side and stunning Copacabana on the other.
 
Day 3 Half day Sugarloaf and city tour This tour begins with a panoramic city view through downtown Rio. Get to know the traditional Cinelândia square with the historical buildings, the Municipal Theater, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts. From here, you will be taken to the neighborhood of Urca where one of the largest symbols of the city, Sugar Loaf is located.

This visit is made in two steps by cable car. The first cable car takes passengers to Urca Hill, from where one can have a beautiful view of Guanabara Bay and it's islands, the Rio-Niterói bridge and Corcovado hill. From here, a second cable car will be taken up to the top for a splendid view of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress, and some beaches of Niterói. Overnight Hotel Sofitel.
 
Day 4 Spend the day exploring this beautiful city and beaches. Everything is close, making it easy to see all the attractions Rio has to offer. Overnight Hotel Sofitel
 
Day 5 After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up for the approximate 2 hour drive north to the beachfront town of Buzios.

Hotel Perola, Superior room, 3 nights with buffet breakfast included.

Your hotel is located just a few steps from famous Rua das Pedras, where you can find night life, fine cuisine and famous fashion stores. The Perola Buzios was designed by Helio Pellegrino, a renowned Brazilian architect and artist. The hotel is unique in its design, details, comfort and hospitality. The handmade furnishings, art work, murals and floors are the most remarkable features of this full-service hotel.
 
Day 6 & 7 Spend these two days at leisure in Buzios. In the 18th century, Buzios' beautiful beaches were the place where fisherman would come to catch whales when they made their annual pilgrimage to the south. Soon it became the favorite resort for Rio de Janeiro's high society. The city has excellent restaurants and nightclubs and is still an extremely popular destination for the residents of Rio.
 
Day 8 After breakfast at the hotel you will be returning to Rio and the domestic airport. Fly to Iguaçu. Transfer on arrival to Hotel das Cataratas Eco Resort for 2 nights in a superior room with breakfast included.

The Hotel das Cataratas is located in the centre of the Iguaçu National Park, surrounded by tropical nature alongside the famous Iguaçu Falls. This charming colonial-style hotel, the only hotel inside the Brazilian National Park, is a unique spot for those wishing to experience the magnificent Iguaçu Falls. Half day tour of the Brasilian side of the falls
 
Day 9 Full day tour of the Argentinean falls. Return to Brazil and your hotel. Overnight Hotel das Cataratas
 
Day 10 Transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio Connect to your overnight flight home.
 

Estimated price: $2650.00 per person / double occupancy *

* Price is seasonal and does not include international air, flights within Brazil, meals unless indicated , Brazilian visa or departure taxes.
 

Salvador and Iguaçu Falls
Day 1 Overnight flight to Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.
 
Day 2 Transfer from Salvador airport to Hotel Villa Bahia, 4 nights in a standard room with buffet breakfast included. This charming, small hotel is located in the heart of Salvador's historic district.
 
Day 3 Half day city tour with lunch and Mercado Modelo. Get acquainted with Salvador on this half day tour of the city and popular market, Brazil's major arts and crafts shopping location.

This is more than a craft market. There are 263 shops and restaurants in two levels that occupy the neo-classic styled building, built in 1861 to be used as the third Customs House in Salvador. This is an unforgettable place where you can find arts and crafts of Bahia. Overnight Hotel Villa Bahia
 
Day 4 & 5 Two days at leisure for exploring all the city has to offer. The beaches of Bahia are some of Brazil's most beautiful. 80% of the two million residents are of Afro- Brazilian descent. This influence is evident in the area's culture, food and music.
 
Day 6 After breakfast at the hotel you will be returning to Rio and the domestic airport. Fly to Iguaçu. Transfer on arrival to Hotel das Cataratas Eco Resort for 2 nights in a superior room with breakfast included.

The Hotel das Cataratas is located in the centre of the Iguaçu National Park, surrounded by tropical nature alongside the famous Iguaçu Falls. This charming colonial-style hotel, the only hotel inside the Brazilian National Park, is a unique spot for those wishing to experience the magnificent Iguaçu Falls.

Half day tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
 
Day 7 Full day tour of the Argentinean falls. Return to Brazil and your hotel. Overnight Hotel das Cataratas
 
Day 8 Transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio. Connect to your overnight flight home.
 
Estimated price: $1650.00 per person / double occupancy *

* Price is seasonal and does not include international air, flights within Brazil, meals unless listed, Brazilian visa or departure taxes.
 
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