Brazil - Country Of Contrasts

Morning visit to Sugar Loaf for a welcoming caipirinha toast on top of Urca Hill. Over a million tourists each year visit the world famous ‘Pão de Açúcar’ (Sugar Loaf Mountain), which has become an iconic symbol of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Rising up from a small peninsula at the entrance of Guanabara Bay, its name is said to refer to its resemblance to the traditional shape of a concentrated, refined sugar loaf. The journey to the top is made in glass cable-cars. The first cable-car takes passengers to the top of Urca Hill, which rises 215 meters above sea level. On this first stage, you will have time to admire spectacular views of the entire bay and its surrounding islands sipping a refreshing caipirinha, our special treat to welcome you to the Wonderful City! From Urca Hill, passengers continue in a second cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf which rises 395 meters above sea level and offers a 360 degree view of the entire city including Botafogo and Copacabana Beaches, Corcovado and downtown Rio. Before returning to the hotel, we will go on a panoramic tour by downtown area, stopping by the Municipal Theater and the Cathedral for a glance of the most well kept secrets of Old Rio. Rest of day at leisure. Overnight at selected hotel. Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Day at leisure. Overnight at selected hotel. Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Private Transfer out from Hotel to Airport to catch a short flight to Iguassu Falls. Transfer in from Brazilian airport to the selected hotel. Our bilingual guide will meet all passengers right after the disembarking gate. The transfer time will take approximately 30 minutes depending on the traffic conditions of this arrival day. En route, our guide will give some basic briefs about the city and their respective hotel. Overnight at selected hotel Suggested flight: GOL 2074 dep 16:55 / arr 19:10.(Not Included Price on request) Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Morning visit to the Argentinean side of the falls. We will cross the Tancredo Neves Bridge heading towards the Iguaçu National Park in Argentina. At the entrance, a small train takes visitors on a tour through the park, making 2 stops. Follow the pathways to the top of the waterfalls that provide spectacularly unique views of the ‘Cataratas’, amidst the abundant nature filled with orchids, colorful birds and other wildlife. The highlight of the tour is a visit to the suspended platform at the very brink of the ‘Garganta do Diabo’ waterfall (Devil’s Throat) – the largest fall in the park. Overnight at selected hotel. Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Morning visit to the Brazilian side of the falls and transfer to airport. The trip begins at the Iguaçu National Park with a drive through the lush subtropical vegetation of the park en route to the falls. Take a stroll on the trail that descends down the canyon, to offer panoramic views of more than 240 falls. Embark on the glass elevator up the cliff face for an exquisite view from the upper deck. The Iguassu National Park along with its “sister” park in Argentina form the most significant remaining rain forest in the southern cone of South America which along with the waterfalls, have been declared a National Heritage Site by UNESCO. We will end the tour with a visit to the artisans fair. After the tour, private transfer from park to the airport to take the flight to Salvador. Arrival in Salvador and private Transfer in from airport to selected hotel. Arrival meet and greet by local guide at the Airport for our transfer to the Hotel. Overnight at selected hotel.. Suggested flight: GOL 1101 / 1572 dep 13:40 / arr 15:05 con CGH dep 16:05 / arr 18:30 (Not Included Price on Request) Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant Morning visit to Lower Salvador The Lower City tour offers another perspective of the sprawling city taking us to the quiet waters of the Itapagipe Peninsula where life moves at a slower pace than the bustling upper city. Fishermen fish from dug out canoes, locals collect shellfish at low tide, schooners lie at anchor, all protected by the famous Bonfim church, one of the most important churches of pilgrimage in Brazil and deeply syncretised with the Candomblé. (visit). We continue to the Monserrat district with its panoramic view of the city and on to the Mercado Modelo, a thriving market for local goods and souvenirs. This is also where you can test your bargaining talents! This tour is a complement to the Historical city tour. During the tour we will stop at a well-known food stand to taste one of the most famous Bahian street food the Acaraje: deep fried rolls prepared with shrimp, black-eyed peas, red chilli pepper, onion and garlic. Overnight at selected hotel. Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Day at leisure. Overnight at selected hotel. Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Private transfer to the airport to take the flight to Belo Horizonte. Arrival in Belo Horizonte and shared regular transfer with Portuguese speaking driver to Ouro Preto. Meet and greet by local driver at the Airport for our transfer to the Hotel in Ouro Preto – 2hs drive. Half day tour in Ouro Preto. Ouro Preto was founded in 1711 and soon became the center of the gold, diamond and semi-precious stone trading in the colonial-era. The town has managed to preserve across the years its 18th century architecture, which offers visitors a first-hand look of its historical heritages. The city is considered today by UNESCO as a Historical and Cultural Heritage of Mankind. Tour Sightseeing: * São Francisco de Assis Church * Museum of the School of Mines * Church of Our Lady of Pilar * Oratory Museum * Opera House. Overnight at selected hotel. Suggested flight: AZUL 5303 dep 08:00 / arr 09:40. (Not Included Price on Request) Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Day at leisure. Overnight at selected hotel. Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Transfer from Ouro Preto to Belo Horizonte airport (CNF) to take the flight to Manaus. Your Portuguese speaking driver will take you back to the Belo Horizonte airport. No airport assistance with this transfer. Arrival in Manaus and transfer to lodge in shared basis. Overnight at Amazon Ecopark. Suggested flight: GOL 1705 / 1728 dep 18:55 / arr 20:20 con BSB dep 21:10 / arr 23:00. (Not Incuded Price On Request) Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. During the next days you will be able to do the activities below. The distribution of the tours will be coordinated by the local operation department and informed upon arrival. Morning Nature Hike The Amazon jungle is home to thousands of species of plants and animals waiting to be observed and discovered. On this tour guests will be accompanied by a specialized guide who will lead visitors on a trek through the forest where he will point out and explain the various species of flora and fauna that coexist within the rain forest. Lace up your shoes and get ready to explore the allure and mystery of the Amazon Jungle! Buffet Lunch at Ecopark restaurant. Visit to the Monkey’s Jungle A rehabilitation center for primates brought to this local by IBAMA when confiscated from illegal sales and exports. At this location primates are initially kept in quarantine in order to be evaluated and treated by veterinarians and biologists. After a period of time primates are reintroduced to the jungle. During the years that this project has been in action, a twice a day food program was developed feed the primates, (always at 11:00 a/m and 05:00 p/m). During the feeding process, this area is opened to visitors under the supervision of guides and specialized staff, guests of Ecopark Jungle Lodge can observe film and photograph the animals in a total and safe environment. Buffer Dinner at Ecopark restaurant. Evening Alligator Spotting. After enjoying a delicious dinner guests will embark in motorized canoes on a unique adventure deep within the Amazon jungle in search of alligators which are also known as “caimans” by the locals. Equipped with flashlights and accompanied by knowledgeable guides, guests will be provided with all important information before we begin our quest for these semi-aquatic carnivorous reptiles. We will glide down the river under the moonlight, to the soothing sounds of the waters and animals of the forest. Upon spotting the “caimans”, we will use our flashlights to temporarily paralyze them, enabling the guides to draw the canoe near the creatures for an up close and personal view of these beautiful animals. Note: during “high water level” season (from April to August) and on full moon evenings, it might be difficult to find alligators. Overnight at Amazon Ecopark. Meals: (B/-/-)

Buffet Breakfast at the Hotel’s Restaurant. Full Day Meeting of the Waters. On this guided tour by motorized canoe guests will be able to witness one of the Amazon’s most fascinating natural wonders. We will depart to the “meeting of the waters” where the Solimões River and the Rio Negro converge to create the enormous Amazonas River. The two rivers flow side by side for several kilometers and each maintains its own individual coloring before mixing. The crystal-clear blue waters of the Solimões River contrasts with the muddy waters of the Rio Negro and create a unique and gorgeous natural spectacle. There will be a stop for lunch at a riverside restaurant. Overnight at Amazon Ecopark. Meals: (B/-/-)

Shared transfer to the airport to take the flight back home. Meals: (B/-/-)