Way to Rio - 10 days

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Way to Rio - 10 days

10 Days Starting in Iguazu Falls (Argentina) and ending in Rio De Janeiro

Visiting: Iguazu Falls (Argentina), Curitiba, Curitiba & Morretes, Sao Paulo, Rio De Janeiro

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

1234/WTR

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 8

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

Not recommended for under 5yrs.

Special diets catered:

Please advise requests

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Interests:

Gardens & Nature Tours

From: $2645 $2519 Travel Club discount: -$126

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Visit the spectacular Iguazu Falls before continuing on this 10 day adventure that takes you to the beautiful city of Curibita, historic Morretes, buzzing Sao Paulo and the legendary Rio de Janeiro. Get a real local experience using public transport between cities, with guided sightseeing and plenty of free time to explore at your own pace.

Highlights

Iguazu Falls - Take in incredible views of the spectacular Iguazu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentine side
Curibita - Discover one of the most sustainable green cities in the world
Take an incredibly scenic train journey through the Serra do Mar mountain range from Curitiba to Morretes
Morretes - Stroll around this beautiful historic city located in the heart of the Atlantic Rainforest
Antonina - Explore this charming colonial city with its beautiful bay and harbour
Sao Paulo - Explore the world's 3rd largest city, known as the 'city that never stops!'
Rio de Janeiro - Marvel at Christ the Redeemer, with free time to take in other highlights such as Sugar Loaf Mountain and Rio's famous beaches

Places You'll See

Rio De Janeiro

Itinerary

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Day 1: Iguazu Falls (Argentina)

Location: Iguazu Falls (Argentina)

Accommodation: Hotel

Welcome to Iguazu, upon arrival in Puerto Iguazu Airport in Argentina you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2: Iguazu Falls (Argentina)

Location: Iguazu Falls (Argentina)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will enjoy a full day guided tour of the Argentine side of Iguazu falls. Iguazu National Park can be explored via 3 circuits, known as the lower path, higher path and the Devil's throat. The Lower Path is a 1,200-metre-walk that gives a great view of the majority of the rapids and falls from a front and lower point of view. The Higher Path is a 1,300-metre-walk that will raise your adrenaline level as you take in the breathtaking scenery from a cliff edge outlook. The Devil’s Throat path starts with a short train ride before you can explore the catwalks which wind there way through islands until it reaches the edge of the fall.

Day 3: Curitiba

Location: Curitiba

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Overnight Bus

Meals Included: Breakfast

Iguazu Falls - Curitiba. Making your way across the border this morning into Brazil. From here enjoy a guided tour of the Brazilian side of the falls. The length of the walk is 1,200 metres and takes in views of 275 waterfalls. The four main rapids on the Brazilian side are Floriano, Deodoro, Benjamín Constant and Salto Unión or The Devil´s Throat.

This afternoon you'll make your own way to the bus terminal in Iguazu to board an overnight bus to Curitiba.

Day 4-5: Curitiba & Morretes

Location: Curitiba & Morretes

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Travelling east you arrive into Curitiba on day 4 in the early hours where your rep will be waiting to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure so why not head out and explore the city or relax and catch up on some sleep? Curitiba is one of the most sustainable cities in the world and is fast becoming one of the country's most desirable places to live. You can take a walk down to one of the parks and see the city's answer to noisy, polluting and expensive lawnmowers - a herd of hungry sheep!

On day 5 enjoy an incredibly scenic train journey through Serra do Mar, the largest preserved area of Brazil’s Atlantic Rainforest. Travel from Curitiba 934m above the sea level, to Morretes just a few metres above sea level. On this full day guided excursion explore Morretes and Antonina before your private transfer back to Curitiba. Morretes is a small enchanting city in the heart of the Atlantic Rainforest, with colonial houses and adorable chapels and Antonina is a lovely colonial city with a beautiful bay and harbour.

Day 6-7: Sao Paulo

Location: Sao Paulo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Curitiba - Sao Paolo. On day 6 you will be transferred to the bus station for your journey to Sao Paulo, “the city that never stops”. On arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Remainder of day and the whole of day 7 are at leisure so why not independently explore one of the world’s biggest metropolises.

The sheer size of Sao Paulo is simply mind blowing, being the world's 3rd largest city you'll be hard pushed to not find something to do. Why not head to the Banespa Skyscraper for incredible views of the city, check out Sao Paulo’s fantastic collection of museums or go on a culinary journey through the streets as you'll see restaurants from all over the world in abundance. Even though Sao Paulo is Brazil's most modern city there are still lots of traditional things to experience, from street capoeira (a martial art that was made into a dance by the slaves when the ruling classes outlawed it) to the delicious churrascaria restaurants that serve some of the most mouth-watering meats from the skewer - a dining experience not to be missed!

Day 8-10: Rio De Janeiro

Location: Rio De Janeiro

Meals Included: Breakfast

Sao Paolo - Rio de Janeiro. On day 8 you’ll be transferred to Sao Paolo bus station for your journey to the party capital of the world - Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival in Rio you'll be met and transferred to your hotel.

The following day visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue on a half day Corcovado Mountain tour. After a scenic drive along Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, you will arrive at the bottom of the Corcovado Hill and travel by train up the mountain to reach the towering statue of Christ the Redeemer, located 2,300 ft above sea level. Marvel at this incredible world wonder and enjoy an incredible panoramic view of Rio.

Spend the rest of your time at leisure in Brazil's most captivating city. Consider taking a trip up Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car or soaking up the sunshine on one of Rio's famous beaches, such as Copacabana and Ipanema. You can also take the old tram system across the viaduct into the cobblestone neighbourhood of Santa Teresa, or a walking tour of Rio's historic buildings is also a lovely way to pass an afternoon, If you are in Rio de Janeiro around February/March get ready for the world's biggest party, the Rio Carnival. Arrangements end on day 10 with a transfer to the airport.

What's Included

Half day Corcovado Mountain tour in Rio on a shared basis with an English speaking guide (private tour available for a supplement)
All relevant transfers and transportation
8 nights STANDARD accommodation. Upgrading to SUPERIOR or DELUXE accommodation options are also available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details
8 breakfasts and 1 lunch
Public bus services from Iguazu - Curibita; Curitiba - Sao Paulo; Sao Paulo - Rio de Janeiro
Full day Serra do Mar scenic mountain range train journey to Morretes and Antonina with guided touring (tourist class train ticket)
Full day tour of the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls and half day tour of the Brazilian side of the falls, with an English speaking guide
1 overnight bus journey from Iguazu to Curitiba

What's Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping – an entirely personal gesture

Age Policy

Not recommended for under 5yrs.

Check out our Q&As

Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Are all entrance fees included in the price?
What is the tipping policy?

An entirely personal gesture.
Are flights included in this tour?

International flights and visas are not included.
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Standard (superior and deluxe available on request

Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Since 1998
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

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