Amazon Rainforest & Iguazu Falls

Upon landing at Rio de Janeiro, often referred to as "Cidade Maravilhosa" or the "Marvelous City", meet your private driver for a comfortable transfer to your hotel. After check-in, you may rest up at the hotel or head out to explore the rhythm-filled surroundings.

Your day will commence with a scenic drive along the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon to reach the base of Corcovado Hill. From there, hop aboard a charming train (about 20 minutes) through the lush forest to the summit, where the iconic 30-meter-tall Christ the Redeemer statue stretches its arms wide in a symbolic embrace over the city. Take in the awe-inspiring views of Rio from this world-famous vantage point.

Next, soar above Rio on a two-stage ascent by cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain, rising 396 meters above sea level. Sweeping 360-degree vistas of Rio's stunning coastline, including Copacabana Beach, Guanabara Bay, the Tijuca Forest, and the majestic Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, unfold before you.

In the evening, you may choose to experience a lively Samba Show paired with a traditional Brazilian dinner - an optional cultural treat to round off your day.

Delve into this enriching half-day city tour that blends history, art, and local life. The classic Santa Teresa Tram, Rio's last vintage streetcar, will first take you winding through cobbled streets lined with colonial houses. The next stops are the Parque das Ruínas, an open-air cultural center offering panoramic city views, and the kaleidoscopic Escadaria Selarón, crafted from over 2,000 tiles from 125 countries. Finally, marvel at the futuristic cone-shaped Catedral Metropolitana, and stroll past the towering 18th-century Arcos da Lapa, a beloved symbol of Rio's dynamic spirit.

The rest of the day is yours to explore Rio on your own.

This morning, take a flight to Manaus, Brazil's gateway to Amazon rainforest. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your lodge for check-in. Enjoy a welcome juice at the reception desk, and then find your comfortable room with the guidance of the staff. After a short break, set off for the Monkey Jungle Reserve, where you'll meet different species of monkeys, including squirrel monkey, spider monkey, woolly monkey, and a capuchin monkey. Most of them were rescued from illegal traders or flood-stricken areas in Brazil. After dinner at the lodge, follow your guide to spot alligators on a canoe.

Kick off today with a nature hike in the rainforest. Your expert guide will show you where to spot exotic flora and hidden wildlife, and how to master some practical survival skills in the jungle. Return to your lodge for lunch and rest.

In the afternoon, you will visit the home of caboclos, Amazonian residents of mixed Indigenous Brazilian and European ancestry, gaining insight into their traditions and way of life. During this tour, you also get an opportunity for piranha fishing.

Meeting of the Waters is a natural wonder where the Rio Negro and the Amazon River join together; however, the black water of the former and the sandy-colored water of the latter run abreast for miles without mixing. This morning, you will be escorted to witness this incredible phenomenon. In the afternoon, you can take an optional canoe ride for piranha fishing again. By the early evening, return to your lodge for dinner and spend the last night in the jungle.

Take some free time to enjoy the natural pools before checking out at 11:30 am when your driver will transfer you to Manaus airport. You will fly to San Paulo first and then connect another flight to Foz do Iguacu. On arrival, meet your driver and get to your hotel.

Today, you're to behold the breathtaking wonder of Iguazu Falls. Drive through the lush subtropical jungle in the park and stroll along the trail descending the canyon, to witness the awe-inspiring Devil's Throat, where cascades thunder into a vast horseshoe-shaped gorge.

Later on, take a glass elevator up the cliff to the upper deck for sweeping panoramas, followed by a 2-kilometer open-wagon Macuco Safari to observe various birds, animals, and exotic vegetation in the jungle. After that, walk to the margin of the Iguacu River and get on a motorboat for an exhilarating ride that brings you thrillingly close to the falls' spray.

Wrap up the day with a visit to a Bird Park, home to dazzling species, many rare and endangered.

Enjoy this morning at leisure before heading out on a guided tour to the mighty Itaipu Dam, renowned as the world’s largest hydroelectric power plant. After watching a documentary detailing its colossal construction saga, get on a bus to visit the external part of the dam. There will be a stopover right in front of the spillway and another over the upper part of the dam. Afterward, return to your hotel for some leisure time.

In the evening, delight in the dinner at an international restaurant, accompanied by traditional folkloric song and dance performance from Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.

You will be free until a private transfer takes you to the airport for the flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.

Enjoy a leisurely day in vibrant Rio at your own pace. Wander through lively neighborhoods, explore fascinating museums, or relax in a café chatting with locals.

For a more curated experience, consider an optional cruise on Guanabara Bay for iconic views, or a tantalizing Brazilian food tour or craft beer tour to discover the local flavor.

After breakfast, enjoy your free time before a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.