Highlights of Rio & Iguazu - 6 days
Highlights of Rio & Iguazu - 6 days
Highlights of Rio & Iguazu - 6 days
6 Days Starting in Rio de Janeiro and ending in Foz do Iguacu, Brazil
Visiting: Rio de Janeiro , Iguazu Falls, Foz do Iguacu
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
5-
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Beach Tours, Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 6-day journey through the vibrant cities of Rio de Janeiro and Foz do Iguacu, exploring the best of Brazil and Argentina. Begin your adventure in Rio, where you'll marvel at the iconic Christ the Redeemer and ascend Sugarloaf Mountain for breathtaking views. Enjoy leisure time on the famous Copacabana Beach or opt for exciting excursions like a Carnival Experience or a nature tour in Tijuca Forest. Fly to Foz do Iguacu to witness the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides, with opportunities for hiking and optional rainforest adventures. Stay in comfortable 3-4 star accommodations, with expert bilingual guides enhancing your experience. This small group tour includes airport transfers, breakfasts, and entrance fees to key attractions, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable exploration of these South American wonders.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Upon arrival in Rio De Janeiro, you will be met and transferred to our hotel in the city. Hotel check-in is from 2 pm. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the vibrant city.
Tour Style: This tour is made up of a selection of excursions and activities, with transportation and a choice of standard or superior accommodation. You will have different bi-lingual (English & Spanish speaking) local guides for each excursion. Some excursions are on a shared basis, meaning you will be joined by travellers from outside of the group and the group size may exceed 16. Please note: Internal flights are not included in the cost of the tour but we can book these for you on request.
Day 2: Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take in two of the city's most iconic highlights on a 5 hour tour this morning, visiting Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain. We travel up to the Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, perched atop Corcovado Mountain. The drive is short yet scenic, passing through the Tijuca Forest before revealing breathtaking views of the entire city.
Next, we head to Sugarloaf Mountain in the Urca neighbourhood, where we ride a series of two cable cars to reach the summit. First, we stop at Urca Hill, before continuing to the top of Sugarloaf, which stands at 395 metres. Our tour concludes with a stunning panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro, before we make our way back to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure.
Day 3: Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You have a choice today. You can spend the day independently exploring, or perhaps enjoy a beach day at Copacabana. Alternatively, you can join one of our three optional excursions (further detail in the Trip Notes):
Carnival Experience
Experience the vibrant world of Rio Carnival with a behind-the-scenes tour of the City of Samba and the Rio Grande Samba School Factory. Discover how floats and costumes are crafted, meet the people behind the spectacle, and learn about samba’s rich history. Try on authentic costumes, join a samba class, and finish with a traditional Brazilian cocktail.
Half day Rio nature tour to the Tijuca Forest & Botanical garden (afternoon)
Take in the diverse flora of the Rio Botanical Garden and take a stroll through the Tijuca Forest, a remnant of the Atlantic Forest and one of the world's largest urban forests. Spot monkeys and sloths and see a waterfall before heading back to the city.
Crazy for football: Tour Maracana and Flamingo
This half-day tour is perfect for football fans. Explore Maracaná Stadium’s key areas, view historic memorabilia, and visit Flamengo’s Clube de Regatas. See the basketball gym, football stadium, and more on the Gávea Tour, then check out Flamengo Museum’s trophies, including the Libertadores 2019. Finish with a stop at the Flamengo store for a souvenir. Please refer to the trip notes for more details regarding the optional excursions.
Day 4: Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguacu. After breakfast this morning, there is a transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguazu. This flight is not included - we can assist with booking this flight. See the Trip Notes for suggested flight information.
On arrival at Foz do Iguacu airport, you will be met and transferred to our hotel where the rest of the day is at your leisure. Alternatively, you can join an optional excursion to the bird park in Iguazu National Park.
Situated at the entrance of Iguazu Falls, the Bird Park is an ecological sanctuary that combines ecotourism with conservation. Explore vast nurseries housing around 900 birds across 150 species. While Brazilian birds are predominant, there are also species from Australia, Africa, and Asia. The park is renowned for its work in education, research, and environmental conservation. Additionally, we’ll visit a butterfly nursery and a reptile exhibit, where we can observe snakes and alligators up close.
Day 5: Foz Do Iguacu
Location: Iguazu Falls
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we cross the border into Argentina for a half day excursion to the Argentinian side of the magnificent Iguazu Falls.
Crossing the famous Tancredo Neves Bridge over the Iguazu River, which marks the border between Argentina and Brazil, we find ourselves in the Argentine Iguazu Park. We take the train to see the magnificent Devil’s Throat. Located in the middle of the Brazilian and Argentine waterfalls, this is the largest waterfall in Iguazu, and we can feel up close the impressive force of the water. Continuing our adventure on foot, we tour the Upper Circuit of park and time permitting we will tour the slightly longer Lower Circuit too, walking through lush forest accompanied by the roar of the Iguazu Falls.
This afternoon, those seeking more adventure can join an optional tour taking in the region's rainforest and the waterfalls for an additional fee. Travelling by truck into the expansive wild vegetation, accompanied by experienced guides. At the pier, board a boat to navigate the Iguazu Inferior River canyon, rafting the river’s rapids to admire the falls from the tranquil backwaters of San Martin Island. This optional tour also includes a visit to the Tres Mosqueteros (Three Musketeers) falls, with the highlight being the Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat). Sailing along the island’s coast to reach San Martin Falls, the closest a boat can get to these magnificent falls and far closer than we get on our included tour.
After the today's touring we return to our hotel on the Brazilian side of the border.
Day 6: Foz Do Iguacu
Location: Foz do Iguacu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Before our tour ends today, we enjoy a 3-hour tour of the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Beginning at the Hotel des Cataratas, we walk for around 1km to the spectacular Iguazu Falls, one of the world's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. You will feel the mist and spray coming off the falls and will be able to get another view of the thundering Devil's Throat, the largest waterfall in the Iguazu system. We’ll traverse the national park’s main trail, surrounded by lush vegetation, and reach the Mirador de las Cataratas for a breath-taking view of the falls and the thunderous roar of the water. Continuing along the paths, we’ll feel the spray and get close to the Devil’s Throat, the largest and most powerful waterfall in the system.
After our tour, we return to the hotel and check out. Our tour ends with a transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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5 breakfasts
Enjoy 5 breakfasts during your stay.
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5 nights 3-4 star hotels (4 star upgrade available)
Stay in 3-4 star hotels for 5 nights, with an option to upgrade to 4-star accommodations.
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Services of expert bi-lingual (English & Spanish speaking) local guides for sightseeing
Benefit from the services of expert bi-lingual local guides for sightseeing.
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Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 6
Receive airport transfers upon arrival on day 1 and departure on day 6.
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Transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
Travel in modern, air-conditioned vehicles throughout the tour.
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Entrance fees to Christ the Redeemer, the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car & Iguazu National Park
Entrance fees to Christ the Redeemer, the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car, and Iguazu National Park are included.
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Guided sightseeing of Rio de Janeiro & both the Brazilian & Argentinean sides of Iguazu Falls
Enjoy guided sightseeing of Rio de Janeiro and both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of Iguazu Falls.
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Note: This tour is operated by a trusted local partner
This tour is operated by a trusted local partner, and you will join travelers who booked through different operators.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
International flights and visas are not included in the tour package.
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Optional excursions
Optional excursions are not included and can be booked separately.
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Entrance fees - unless specified in the Inclusions
Entrance fees are not included unless specified in the inclusions.
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Domestic flight from Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls
The domestic flight from Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls is not included, but assistance with booking is available.
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Tipping is not included and is considered a personal gesture.
Mode of Transport
Travel in modern, air-conditioned vehicles with airport transfers included on the first and last day. Note that the domestic flight from Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls is not included, but assistance with booking is available.
Accommodation
Enjoy 5 nights in comfortable 3-4 star hotels, with an option to upgrade to 4-star accommodations, ensuring a relaxing stay throughout your journey in Rio de Janeiro and Foz do Iguacu.
Age Policy
minimum age 5 yearsÂ
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are the local guides fluent in during the tour?
The local guides for the tour are bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 6 are included in the tour package.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
The tour includes 5 nights in 3-4 star hotels, with an option to upgrade to 4-star accommodations.
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Are entrance fees to major attractions included in the tour?
Yes, entrance fees to Christ the Redeemer, the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car, and Iguazu National Park are included.
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Is the domestic flight from Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls included in the tour?
No, the domestic flight from Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls is not included, but assistance with booking this flight is available.
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What optional excursions are available during the tour?
Optional excursions include a Carnival Experience, a half-day nature tour to the Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden, and a football tour of Maracanã and Flamengo. In Iguazu, there is an optional excursion to the bird park and a rainforest and waterfalls adventure.
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What is the group size for the included sightseeing tours?
For some included sightseeing tours, you may join travelers from outside the group, and the group size may exceed 16 passengers.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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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+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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