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Brazil, 14 Days · Classic tour
Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu, Manaus and Salvador
Experience the very best of Brazil
Explore the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro and discover Amazon nature at a lodge for two nights. Gaze in awe at the Iguazu Falls and round off your trip in Salvador, a place brimming with colour and traditions.
Departure date
Departures from January 2025 till November 2025
From
Dublin, Knock, Galway, Shannon, Donegal, Cork, Kerry county...
Travel details
City of origin - Rio de Janeiro
Departure with destination Rio de Janeiro. Night on board.
Rio de Janeiro
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we'll visit the Sugarloaf Mountain, almost 400 metres above sea level. The first cable car runs the top of Urca Hill, with spectacular views of the entire bay and its neighbouring islands. From Morro da Urca, we take a second cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, which rises 395 metres above sea level, with a 360-degree view of the entire city. This tour also includes panoramic views of the beaches of the southern zone of Rio de Janeiro. Return journey to the hotel. Accommodation.
Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure to explore the city. Accommodation.
Rio de Janeiro - Iguazú Falls
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Rio Airport and flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. The Iguazu Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the new seven wonders of the world, is one of the most famous attractions in the whole of Brazil. Shared with Argentina, this natural phenomenon never fails to amaze visitors with its 275 waterfalls. Accommodation.
Iguazú Falls
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, departure to see the Argentinian side of the Iguazu Falls. Transport inside the park is on an ecological train with various stops visiting the key attractions. The Argentinian side of the falls has three spectacular routes that command different visions of this wonder of nature. The first stop is Cataratas Station, from where we can visit the upper circuit or stroll around the lower circuit. Another visit in the park is the Garganta del Diablo, where after crossing a one-kilometre walkway over the river we'll get up close to this gigantic waterfall. In the afternoon, we'll visit the Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls. After passing through the Visitor Centre, we'll continue on the route that takes us to the magnificent Iguazu Falls. We'll arrive at the Mirador de las Cataratas viewpoint, from where we'll set off on a gentle walk of approximately 1,200 metre. During the hike, we'll get to enjoy panoramic views of the different waterfalls and then a fantastic perspective of the Garganta del Diablo. The walk ends at the top of the falls. where there's a spectacular viewpoint with a panoramic view of the upper Iguazu River. Return journey to the hotel. Accommodation.
Iguazú Falls - Manaus
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to airport and flight to Manaus. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Manaus - Jungle lodge
Breakfast. Morning pick-up from the hotel and transfer to the jungle lodge. Lunch included.
In the afternoon we take a short canoe trip through the Igapós (annually flooded forest) and small streams to explore life in the floodplains and perhaps see monkeys and sloths. Late afternoon piranha fishing and sunset watching. Dinner and overnight stay.
Jungle lodge
Breakfast. Departure for a jungle walk with a specialised guide, where we'll be able to walk among large trees and breathe the pure air of the land, as well as obtain information about the flora and fauna of this wonderful region. We'll also visit the house of a native where you'll be able to see how the riverside families live and learn about their customs and traditions. This group of people usually make their living by planting cassava and preparing the famous manioc flour. They are called ‘caboclos’ (a mixture of white and Amazonian Indians). The history of the Amazonian population and the rubber cycle is explained there. Lunch and after some time to rest, visit to the community of Acajatuba where the local population lives from the sowing of manioc, fishing, fruits of the region such as tucumã, cupuaçu, açaí, rubber and Brazil nuts. Farewell dinner in the evening and guided tour to see Jacarés and a glimpse of a world of night-time activities. You can see frogs, snakes, nocturnal caimans, which are more active at night, so they're easier to see. The guide uses a torch to find alligators, as well as smaller creatures in the water and trees. Accommodation.
Jungle lodge - Manaus
Breakfast. Morning free to swim, relax or enjoy the lodge facilities.
Departure around 10.30 am and transfer to the hotel in Manaus. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the city of Manaus. Accommodation.
Manaus - Salvador
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport and flight to Salvador. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. The first ever capital of Brazil is a wonderfully special place, with fantastic beaches, cuisine and history. We'll learn a little about this history, which today still heavily features music, songs and dances that were brought over by African immigrants. Salvador oozes an energy and beauty that few cities can match, while its people and music make it truly unique. We'll have a great time in the city. Accommodation.
Salvador
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we'll set off on a sightseeing tour to see some of the most important places in the history of Brazil. We'll start off at Faro da Barra, which was the first lighthouse in South America (1698) and today is a popular meeting place for locals to admire the sunset. We'll then head to the Cidade Alta (Upper City), passing through the Corredor da Vitoria (where there are still mansions from the colonial era) and the neighbourhoods of Campo Grande and Piedade. In the Upper City, we'll stroll along the cobblestone streets of El Pelourinho to visit some of the most stunning churches in the city, such as São Francisco de Assis and Nossa Senhora Rosário dos Pretos (admission not included). We'll end this part of the visit in the historic Pelourinho quarter, with a chance to pop into the fascinating Casa de Jorge Amado Foundation. After this, we'll walk to the Elevador Lacerda observation point, which commands stunning views over the Cidade Baixa (Lower City) and Todos os Santos Bay. Return to hotel. Rest of the day free. We recommend the evening 'Balé Folclórico da Bahia' show (Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, not included). Accommodation.
Salvador - City of origin
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
City of origin
Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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Internal flights.
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Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
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Transfers according to the itinerary.
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Visits on regular tours that are mentioned and not listed as optional.
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Bilingual Spanish- and English-speaking local guides.
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Diet: 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners.
Your trip doesn't include
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Tips.
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
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Insolvency protection.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Brazil are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Brazil.
- During congresses and special events, the confirmed hotels and other accommodations may be different to those indicated.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- Check-in time at hotels in Rio is 3:00 p.m. If your flight arrives very early in the morning and you wish to have your room available, you must request an early check-in and we'll inform you of the corresponding charge.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.