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RIO DE JANEIRO & IGUASSU FALLS

6-Day Independent Brazil Vacation Package With Plenty Of Time At Leisure In Rio And Iguassu

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Travel at your own pace on this independent Brazil vacation package with stays in Rio and Iguassu. Your trip to Brazil takes you to explore Rio De Janeiro, Brazil's capital from 1763 to 1960. Here, Brazil’s second largest city is ideally situated between the mountains and the sea and is blessed with beautiful beaches, historical and cultural sites, and samba. Rio is also home to the Maracanã Stadium, one of the world’s largest football stadiums. Day or night, you will quickly find out why Rio is known as the Marvelous City! From there, you will have the opportunity to explore Iguassu Falls where the waterfalls of the Iguassu River are sure to captivate you on the border of Argentina and Brazil. A short 2-hour flight connects Rio, Sao Paulo, and Buenos Aires to the city of ...
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  • Day 1

    Rio de Janeiro

    Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure.

  • Day 2

    Rio de Janeiro

    Depart on your tour to visit one of the most famous landmarks in the world. After a scenic drive along Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, arrive at the bottom of the Corcovado Hill. Then embark on a cogwheel train that ascends through the Tijuca Forest towards the peak of the mountain. Here you will find the Christ the Redeemer Statue located 2,330 ft. above sea level. Enjoy the magnificent views! (B)

  • Day 3

    Rio de Janeiro

    Full day at leisure to explore this “Cidade Maravilhosa” or Marvelous City, or if you wish you can choose from one of the many optional tours that are available. (B)

  • Day 4

    Rio de Janeiro | Iguassu Falls

    Transfer to Rio de Janeiro airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls. Meet your guide at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Today, tour the Brazilian side of the Falls, which offers the grander view. Starting at the hotel, journey to the Brazilian National Park. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the subtropical forest along the catwalks and then take the panoramic glass elevator ride for amazing views, particularly of the Devil’s Throat, where the Rio Iguassu makes its most dramatic plunge, splitting into dozens of waterfalls. Remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)

  • Day 5

    Iguassu Falls

    After breakfast, depart for a tour of the Argentinian side of the Falls for a closer view. Cross the border into Argentina and arrive at the Parque Nacional Iguassu. Hop aboard the train for a panoramic view of the subtropical rainforest, with thousands of plant species and hundreds of bird types, and many mammals and reptiles. The highlight: A stop at the suspended platform at the very brink of the Devil’s Throat, largest of the waterfalls. This is truly an amazing experience! (B)

  • Day 6

    Iguassu Falls to USA (or extend your stay)

    Transfer to the airport for your flight. (B)