South America and Antarctica tours

Highlights of Northern Brazil

cost

From AUD $2460 (3 Star), AUD $3405 (4 Star)

departure

Daily

duration

10 Days

locations

Rio De Janeiro, Manaus, The Amazon, Salvador, Morro de Sao Paulo

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Discover Northern Brazil with a brand new 10 day tour!

Starting in Rio De Janeiro, this tour includes many highlights of Northern Brazil to give a snapshot of this wonderful country. Explore all the sights of Rio, stay in an eco-lodge right in the Amazon in Manaus , have fun in the sun by the beach in the vibrant city of Salvador and discover the magnificent Island of Morro De Sao Paulo.

Day 1: Rio De Janeiro

Arrival at Rio Airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day free to wonder around Rio or lie in the sun on one of Rio’s famous beaches.

Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Rio De Janeiro: Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Tour

Today we visit the city’s most famous attraction, the Christ the Redeemer Statue, picked as the 7th wonder of the modern world. The statue is some 710 metres above sea level on the Corcovado Mountain. The panoramic views of the city from the base of the statue are absolutely incredible. The ascent is by vehicle through the Floresta de Tijuca National Park – the largest urban flower park in the world. The tour includes a panoramic trip through Rio de Janeiro, visiting the Sambodrome, the Metroploitan Cathedral and the Museum of Fine Art, as well as the Cinelandia Square and the Municipal Theatre.

After lunch at a typical churrasquería the tour continues with a great trip along the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, and Leme (with a chance to stop and take photos) before arriving at the Sugar Loaf Mountain in the middle of the Guanabara Bay. The ascent of this 395 metre mountain is done in two stages, and the views are amazing.

Overnight at hotel.

Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3: Rio De Janeiro/Manaus/Amazon

Today we transfer you from your hotel in Rio to the airport for a flight to Manaus. From Manaus we transfer you to your eco-lodge in the Amazon.

Overnight at the lodge.

Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast.

Day 4: Amazon

Free day to either relax at the eco-lodge or undertake many of the activities available including hiking, bird-watching and guided tours around the rainforest from expert guides who can show you how to find edible fruits, find drinkable water, build a shelter, find your way in the forest and much more.

Overnight at lodge.

All meals Included

Day 5: Amazon

Day 6: Amazon/Manaus/Salvador

Transfer back to Manaus airport and flight to Salvador where we transfer you to your Hotel. Historical city tour of Salvador in the afternoon where you will see why this city was the former capital of Brazil and is now dubbed ‘The happy capital of Brazil’ with its easy going people and constant outdoor parties.

Overnight at hotel.

Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast

Day 7: Salvador

Full day at the famous Praia de Forte beach where you can lounge in the sun or undertake some sporting activities such as beach football, volleyball or surfing.

Overnight at hotel.

Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast and Lunch

Day 8- Salvador/ Morro de São Paulo

Transfer from Hotel at Salvador to Morro de São Paulo either by ferry or by Catamaran and bus. Then transfer to your hotel for overnight stay.

Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast

Day 9- Morro de São Paulo

Full day of leisure in the wonderful town of Morro de São Paulo where you can discover many of the famous beaches with sand and crystal clear water or wonder around the many charming little fishing villages and sample some of the famous seafood in the region.

Overnight at hotel.

Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast

Day 10: Morro de São Paulo/Salvador

Transfer from Morro de São Paulo to Salvador airport for flight.

Meals Included: Buffet Breakfast

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Not included in this tour: Meals where not specified, optional day tours, airport taxes, tips.

Highlights of Northern Brazil Fast Facts
Accommodation	Hotel (3*)
Inclusions	Tours Airport Transfers Internal Flights Accommodations Breakfasts Meals where specified
Difficulty Rating	1 (easy)
Sustainability	Carbon Offsets not available for this tour. Local foods used on tour Local guides used (English speaking)
Single Surcharge	US$ 1750
Notes	Internal flights are included in the cost of this tour.
Price Dependent On	Hotel Availability Flight schedule

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