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Independent Rio de Janeiro and Iguassu Falls with Brazil's Amazon 2027
9-Day Package from Manaus to Iguassu Falls
Tour Description:
It may take two to Tango, but it only takes you to choreograph the perfect day on a Globus Independent tour in Brazil. Walk in wonder on the wild side in the breathtaking Brazilian Amazon. Touch down in Manaus, gateway to Brazil's Amazon, for a private, guided sightseeing tour with a local expert to envision the rubber boom days. Witness the “Meeting of the Waters” where the chocolate-hued Rio Negro flows side by side with the amber Rio Solimões. Enjoy Naturalist-guided walks to see flora and fauna and spend time with a Caboclo local to discover timeless traditions of life in the rainforest. Next, see how Rio de Janeiro sizzles with Brazilian barbecue, beaches, and bustling nightlife, bringing you a little closer to heaven atop Corcovado Mountain where the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue stands watch. With the freedom to design your days and fill your nights with Latin flair that ignites your independent spirit, you’ll be swaying to the samba in no time! Go chasing waterfalls in Iguassu National Park, where thunderous cascades plummet 300 feet into Devil’s Throat Canyon. Cross over to Argentina and board the Ecological Jungle Train and explore numerous walkways above and beneath the falls. With the expertise of Local Guides and extra free time you crave, you’ll find the perfect steps to dance to your own rhythm through Brazil’s breathtaking beauty. Treat yourself to a tour that is exclusively yours with free time, me time, and optional adventures that speak to your independent spirit!
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Thursday 07 Jan 27 — Saturday 16 Jan 27 | Starting at $3,619 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 14 Jan 27 — Saturday 23 Jan 27 | Starting at $3,619 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 21 Jan 27 — Saturday 30 Jan 27 | Starting at $3,619 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 28 Jan 27 — Saturday 06 Feb 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 11 Feb 27 — Saturday 20 Feb 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 18 Feb 27 — Saturday 27 Feb 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 25 Feb 27 — Saturday 06 Mar 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 04 Mar 27 — Saturday 13 Mar 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 11 Mar 27 — Saturday 20 Mar 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 18 Mar 27 — Saturday 27 Mar 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 25 Mar 27 — Saturday 03 Apr 27 | Starting at $3,489 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingYour Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to explore as you please with all the perks you'd expect from the expert travel planners at Globus. We take care of the details with included accommodations, daily breakfasts, select guided sightseeing, transportation, transfers between each tour city, and a knowledgeable Local Host in each destination to assist you upon request. We’ll also handle flight arrangements and airport transfers at the beginning and end of your tour if you wish!
Notes:
•Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and includes private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Local Guide service is provided in Rio de Janeiro & Iguassu Falls. A Naturalist in the Amazon is also provided. •Intra-vacation flights are not included but can be added. Unless otherwise noted, some services may be shared with other travelers.•For the Amazon adventure, guests should be prepared for eco-lodging due to their remote nature in the rainforest. The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. Water levels are historically low during the draught months of September – November. When conditions are unfavorable, alternative eco-lodging and excursions will be provided. •Further, guests should be prepared for sustained walking, possibly muddy conditions, and have the ability to get into/out of small watercrafts such as canoes and small fishing boats.
•Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and includes private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Local Guide service is provided in Rio de Janeiro & Iguassu Falls. A Naturalist in the Amazon is also provided. •Intra-vacation flights are not included but can be added. Unless otherwise noted, some services may be shared with other travelers.•For the Amazon adventure, guests should be prepared for eco-lodging due to their remote nature in the rainforest. The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. Water levels are historically low during the draught months of September – November. When conditions are unfavorable, alternative eco-lodging and excursions will be provided. •Further, guests should be prepared for sustained walking, possibly muddy conditions, and have the ability to get into/out of small watercrafts such as canoes and small fishing boats.
MEALS
MEALS ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN MANAUS
• After arriving at your hotel, meet up for private city sightseeing to view vestiges of Manaus’ glory days during the rubber boom. Your first stop will be the famous opera house, built in 1896 with materials imported from Europe. Next, visit a bustling local market filled with regional foods and wares
Day 2 MANAUS–AMAZON JUNGLE
• Today, your “Meeting of the Waters” cruise passes by the impressive British-built Customs House and the floating port. Cruise along the chocolate-hued Rio Negro to its confluence with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões, where the two rivers form the mighty Amazon. For four miles, the differently shaded bodies of water flow side by side and never mix!
• After lunch on the river, explore a jungle island (water level permitting) with fascinating native flora and fauna.
• Later this afternoon, arrive at the ecolodge, situated on the banks of the Rio Negro inside the Amazon rainforest.
(B,L,D)
Please note: The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. When conditions are unfavorable (draught season is generally September – November), alternative eco-lodging and excursions will be provided
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 3 AMAZON JUNGLE
• Accompanied by a Naturalist, enjoy a guided jungle walk that introduces you to the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon.
• After lunch, depart the lodge and sail up the river to visit with a Caboclo native to learn about their traditions, and culture.
• Later, visit the Monkey Jungle Reserve (seasonal), where researchers work to rehabilitate captive primates and reintroduce them to the jungle. Here, you have the opportunity to see the feeding of spiders, squirrels, woolly, and capuchin monkeys.
• This evening, maybe venture back out with your Naturalist via canoe into the flooded forest to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night. Keep watch for small alligators (and other night creatures)!
(B,L,D)
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 4 AMAZON JUNGLE–RIO DE JANEIRO
• This morning, depart your Amazon lodge for a flight to fabulous Rio.
• Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and transfer to your hotel, where your Local Guide will be available with suggested activities during your free time.
(B)
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 5 RIO DE JANEIRO
• Today, your private tour takes you to the Cosme Velho district, where you board a cog-wheel train that will take you through the lush tropical vegetation of Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain. This rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay is one of the New7Wonders of the World and home to the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama, which affords sweeping views of the city and beaches below.
• The afternoon and evening are at leisure.
• Tonight, you may opt to join an outing to a fun churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats that are marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style.
(B)
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 6 RIO DE JANEIRO
• Enjoy a full day at leisure. Your Local Host will suggest some options for your free time.
(B)
INSIDER PICKS
This afternoon, you may elect to discover historic Petropolis, a mountain resort and site of the former summer palace of Emperor Dom Pedro II or take an optional excursion to visit iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 7 RIO DE JANEIRO–IGUASSU FALLS
•Transfer to the airport and fly to Iguassu Falls. This masterpiece of nature encompasses 275 separate falls and spans almost two miles.
• Upon arrival, you will be met by your Local Guide who will take you on a private tour dedicated to enjoying the spectacle of this 2-mile-wide torrent from the Brazilian side. See the mammoth series of waterfalls cascading over a precipice almost two miles wide and 250 feet deep. Walk into Devil’s Throat Canyon, where the clouds of mist, thunderous roar, and 180-degree rainbows surround you—an unforgettable experience!
(B)
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 8 IGUASSU FALLS. EXCURSION TO IGUASSU FALLS, ARGENTINA
• Your Local Guide will take you across the Brazilian border for a private tour of the Argentine side of the Iguassu Falls. Begin with a short ride on the open-air Ecological Jungle Train through the rainforest.
• From atop the falls, a series of boardwalks takes you above the falls to see the water crashing down more than 300 feet below into the Devil’s Throat.
• Return across the border to Brazil for a free afternoon and evening.
(B)
INSIDER PICKS
Your afternoon is free to explore, or you may opt to visit the Bird Park, home to many species of indigenous birds as well as flora from the area
Breakfast
BreakfastDay 9 IGUASSU FALLS
Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning.
(B)
Accommodations
Accommodations| Manaus | Brazilian Amazon | Brazilian Amazon | Rio de Janeiro | Iguassu Falls |
Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus
First-Class
Av Umberto Calderaro Filho, 817 - Adrianopolis Manaus Brazil
Located in the Adrianopolis district of Manaus nearby the Amazonas shopping center, the Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus features a rooftop pool with views of the city, on-site restaurant, bar, fitness center, and sauna.
First-Class
Av Umberto Calderaro Filho, 817 - Adrianopolis Manaus Brazil
Located in the Adrianopolis district of Manaus nearby the Amazonas shopping center, the Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus features a rooftop pool with views of the city, on-site restaurant, bar, fitness center, and sauna.
