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Buzzing Brazil Highlights Tour to Rio, Iguazu and Salvador

PRIVATE TOUR - 10 DAY SAMPLE ITINERARY

FROM £$ 5860

Private Tour Highlights

  • Feeling the raw power of spectacular Iguazu Falls during a guided walking tour or invigorating boat ride.
  • Soaking up Rio’s buzzing energy on a private tour of the city, encompassing important sights like Cinelandia Square and the Metropolitan Cathedral, with its famous stained-glass windows.
  • Getting a flavor for Brazilian music at Rio Scenarium in the Lapa district of Rio, listening to live Brazilian beats and soaking up the bohemian atmosphere.
  • Whizzing up to Sugarloaf Mountain on a cable car, drinking in the views of Guanabara Bay, Copacabana Beach and the Santa Cruz Fortress.
  • Delighting in the vibrant culture of Salvador da Bahia, on a fascinating tour to its top spots including Largo de Pelourinho and Porto da Barra.
  • Marveling at Salvador city from the sea on a cruise through All Saints Bay, stopping for some swimming and sunbathing at the islands of Frade and Itaparica.
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Tour Overview

Combine two of Brazil’s most cultural destinations with tranquil beaches and the amazing natural wonder of Iguazu Falls with Yampu’s Buzzing Brazil Highlights Tour to Rio, Iguazu and Salvador. This tour begins in Brazil visiting Sugar Loaf, Christ the Redeemer (a Wonder of the World), Corcovado Mountain, and an evening at a traditional Samba Show. Leaving Rio, travel to Brazil’s boarder with Argentina and enjoy Iguazu Falls, a large cascade of 275 waterfalls and one of the world’s natural wonders. This trip finishes on the beaches of Salvador de Bahia, once the capital of Brazil with a tour of the city’s amazing architecture.

Yampu travelers will visit the Iguazu Falls from both sides, as each side offers something special. From the Brazil side, enjoy a panoramic view, and from Argentina an exploration by zodiac boat on the lower Iguazu River allows for an up-close appreciation. In Salvador the recent restoration of the city will allow you to witness the heritage and architectural splendor of the city with 365 churches and winding cobblestone streets.

Inclusions
Prices include domestic air transportation from Rio to Iguazu, Iguazu to Salvador de Bahia and Salvador de Bahia to Sao Paulo, hotel accommodation including daily continental breakfast, all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling, guided tours in English and all entrance fees. Local airport taxes that are payable in the country of destination are not included. Taxes and security fees that can be paid at time of ticketing are already included.
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Package Price: From £$ 5860

Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.

Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.

Trip Type:

All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!

Tour Itinerary

Day
1

Flight to Brazil

Overnight flight to Rio de Janeiro.

Overnight flight to Rio de Janeiro.

Day
2

Corcovado

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Reception at the airport and transfer to your hotel.

After settling in, enjoy a tour of Corcovado with a private driver and guide. The tour begins in Cosme Velho's neighborhood. The cog train rolls through the Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world, and up to the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. Once there, enjoy a panoramic and extraordinary view of Rio, including the Sugar Loaf, the Guanabara Bay, the beaches of Southern Zone and the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon. At the peak of the hill is the art deco statue of Jesus Christ, and icon of Rio. After the visit of the Corcovado, the tour continues to the Sao Conrado area with a brief stop at Pepino beach where you can appreciate the hang gliders overhead. At the end of the tour, you will transfer back to your hotel. ...read less

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3

Private Sugar Loaf Tour

Today enjoy a private Half Day Tour to the Sugar Loaf with private driver/guide.

This tour begins with a stroll through downtown Rio, passing by the Sambodrome, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Get to know the traditional Cinelandia square with the historical buildings, the Municipal Theater, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts. By taking the Aterro do Flamengo, you will be taken to the neighborhood of Urca where you will find one of the largest symbols of the city: The Sugar Loaf. This visit is made in two steps by cable car. The first cable car takes passengers to Urca Hill which provides a beautiful view of the Guanabara Bay and its islands, the Rio-Niteroi bridge and Corcovado hill. From this stage, a second cable car will be taken up to the top to find a splendid view of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress and some beaches of Niteroi. ...read less

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Rio at Leisure

Day free to enjoy Rio, or choose from one of Yampu’s optional day tours.

Day free to enjoy Rio, or choose from one of Yampu’s optional day tours.

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5

Second Day of Rio at Leisure

Enjoy another day at leisure to enjoy Rio on your own.

Tonight, you will be met at your hotel by a Yampu representative for your private transfer to the Ginga Tropical Show (this tour does not include dinner).
After dinner, we will enjoy a Brazilian dance show that gathers on stage various cultures of our Tropical Country. The show combines a variety of Brazilian dances that developed from African rhythms via the slave trade and the natives that lived in Brazil before colonization. This is a show that perfectly combines diversity and culture. We have the Ziriguidum from the Northeast, the Amazon with its Folklore, Bahia with its mystical rituals and Capoeira, and Rio de Janeiro with its bohemian Lapa neighborhood, samba dance halls and the performance of the legendary Tricksters. ...read less

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6

Rio - Foz do Iguazu

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side). Reception at airport and transfer to your hotel.

Once checked in, embark on a private half day tour of Iguazu Falls (Brazil Side) with guide. En route to the falls, drive through the lush, subtropical vegetation of the park. After arrival, you will take a descending trail of the canyon from where you can enjoy panoramic views of more than 240 falls. Board a glass elevator, which takes you to a platform where more exquisite views will be revealed. Along with its "sister" park in Argentina, The Iguassu National Park forms the most significant remaining rainforest in the southern cone of South America, which along with the waterfalls have been declared a National Heritage Site by UNESCO. For passengers staying at Hotel Das Cataratas, the tour departs from the hotel. You will end the tour with a visit to the artisan’s fair. Duration: approximately 3 hours. ...read less

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Foz do Iguazu; Argentina

This morning you will enjoy a guided tour to the Argentinean side of the waterfalls. Your guide will meet you at your hotel and transfer to the visitor center inside Iguazu National Park. To get from the visitor center at the beginning of Upper Path, you will board a train that runs from the center to the paths throughout the park at Lower Path and Devil's Throat. You may walk from the visitor center to upper and lower paths, but not to Devil's Throat because it is located more than 4 kilometers from the visitor center.

Then, embark on the Great Adventure tour. This tour combines a jungle trip with a boat trip to the falls. Our journey starts in the jungle of the National Park in 4 by 4 trucks without roof for optimal visibility of the trees and to take the best possible photos. Then we take a zodiac boat to the lower Iguazu River and travel upstream to discover the falls. Be prepared to get wet under the falls! In the afternoon, return to your hotel.

Note: Not permitted, are: children under 12 years of age, pregnant women, people with spinal or cardiac conditions, or anyone who would be physically unable to respond in case of a nautical emergency. Please ask your Yampu travel consultant about this. ...read less

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8

Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side) - Salvador da Bahia

At the appropriate time, you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Salvador da Bahia.

Upon arrival in Salvador da Bahia, you will be met by a Yampu representative and transferred to your hotel for check in.

In the afternoon enjoy a historical Bahia city tour. Starting from your hotel, we pass by significant spots including Porto da Barra (historical point of the foundation of the city), and Largo do Pelourinho, the greatest Brazilian architectonic/cultural complex. Finally, the tour will end at Carmo Museum where a stop will be made for souvenir shopping.
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Itaparica Island

Today we will enjoy a cruise visit to Itaparica Island, the most famous of the islands in the bay of Todos os Santos. Itaparica is famous for its beautiful beaches, ecological reserve, and historical monuments, among which is an old 17th-century church and the residence of the former royal family. Lunch is included.

Today we will enjoy a cruise visit to Itaparica Island, the most famous of the islands in the bay of Todos os Santos. Itaparica is famous for its beautiful beaches, ecological reserve, and historical monuments, among which is an old 17th-century church and the residence of the former royal family. Lunch is included.

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10

Flight Home

Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Sao Paulo for the international flight home.

Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Sao Paulo for the international flight home.

Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Iguazu Falls, Misiones Province, Argentina

Salvador da Bahia, State of Bahia, Brazil

Places You'll See

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    Rio de Janeiro

    The largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer, welcomes travelers to the famous city, Rio de Janeiro. Let the local music, art, and food capture your sense as you visit its sandy beaches or watch an enchanting samba show. Try your hand at trekking up Pao de Acucar (Sugarloaf Mountain) for beautiful views of the bay and beyond.

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    Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side)

    Home to one of Brazil’s most popular attractions, Iguacu Falls, Foz do Iguacu is a beautiful city at the mouth of the Iguacu River. Visit the Parque das Aves to get acquainted with several species of exotic birds. Or visit the Three Borders Landmark, where Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay meet. For a more cultural experience, visit The Omar Ibn Al-Khattab mosque, the largest in Latin America.

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    Salvador da Bahia

    Given the nickname the Capital of Happiness, Salvador da Bahia brings joy to anyone who visits. To see some beautifully preserved architecture, visit the Pelourinho Plaza. Hit up any of the beaches along the coastline for swimming, sailing, and surfing. Or spend the day shopping at one of the local shopping malls.

Hotel Options

4 Star Properties

Rio de Janeiro : Arena Leme

Rio de Janeiro : Windsor California

Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side) : Mabu Thermas Grand Resort

Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side) : Recanto das Cataratas Thermas Resort & Convention

Salvador da Bahia : Hotel Casa do Amarelindo

Salvador da Bahia : Hotel Pousada Solar dos Deuses

5 Star Properties

Rio de Janeiro : Windsor Miramar

Rio de Janeiro : Hilton Copacabana

Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side) : Loi Suites Iguazu

Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side) : Bourbon Cataratas Convention & Resort

Salvador da Bahia : Aram Yami Hotel

Salvador da Bahia : Villa Bahia

Luxury Properties

Rio de Janeiro : Copacabana Palace (City View)

Rio de Janeiro : Fasano Hotel Rio de Janeiro (Ocean View)

Foz do Iguacu (Brazil Side) : Belmond Hotel Das Cataratas

Salvador da Bahia : Txai Resort (Premium Bungalow Room)

Salvador da Bahia : Hotel Fasano Salvador

Testimonials

Adina & Doron

Traveled February, 2016

A fantastic trip – could not have happened without your hard work

As this trip comes to an end Adina and I wanted to take this opportunity to personally thank you for all your hard work. Your planning and organization were superb.Most hotels were above our expectations with the last hotel in Cuzco being the crown jewel. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly.
To conclude it was a fantastic trip and could not have happened without your hard work.

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Marianna R.

Traveled July, 2014

I want to take this opportunity to tell you how much we enjoyed our trip.

I want to take this opportunity to tell you how much we enjoyed our trip. We were so impressed with the whole experience. Thank you for your expertise and service which made our holiday so memorable!

Peter and Connie

Traveled February, 2016

Thank you so much for arranging such a remarkable, exciting, entertaining, interesting, and exhausting trip for us!

We enjoyed every minute.

More later but just wanted you to know how much we appreciated your professionalism, expertise, and help for one of our best trips ever.

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