6-Day Brazil Tour: Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguaçu

Discover Brazil over the course of 6 days as you travel from Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguaçu, immersing yourself in essential landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and the stunning Iguaçu Falls.

Highlights of the Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Rio de Janeiro

Step into the lively atmosphere of Rio de Janeiro! Shortly after your arrival at the airport, our team will greet you and escort you to a conveniently located hotel for check-in, giving you the opportunity to unwind for the rest of the day.

Day 2: Exploration of Rio de Janeiro

Begin your morning with a satisfying breakfast at the hotel, followed by a 5-hour guided exploration of Rio de Janeiro. Our adventure starts with a picturesque drive through the Tijuca forest leading to the peak of Corcovado. There, you will be awed by the majestic Christ the Redeemer, a towering 38-meter (125-foot) statue recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

After enjoying the stunning vistas from this iconic site, we will proceed to the cable car ride to Urca Hill. A subsequent cable car journey will bring us to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, which rises 395 meters (966 feet) above sea level, offering mesmerizing panoramic scenery.

Your day wraps up as we escort you back to your hotel in Rio de Janeiro for a leisurely evening.

Day 3: Free Day in Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and the flexibility to discover Rio de Janeiro on your own terms. If you seek recommendations, a visit to the Museum of Tomorrow + Olympic Boulevard in the morning could be worthwhile, followed by an afternoon excursion to the Botanical Garden, Tijuca Forest, and Lage Park.

Day 4: From Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguaçu

Your fourth day kicks off with a revitalizing breakfast at the hotel before an early pickup to head to the Rio de Janeiro airport. You will board a flight to Foz do Iguaçu, with a suggestion to select a flight that arrives by 12:30 pm.

Upon your arrival, a representative will take you to the Parque das Aves (entrance fee not included), where you can explore various local bird species at your own pace.

Following this visit, we’ll transport you to your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, leaving you free to enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.

Day 5: Foz do Iguaçu - Exploring the Argentinian Falls

After breakfast at the hotel in Foz, we will depart for the Tancredo Neves Bridge to cross into Argentina via the Iguassu River. On arrival, we will proceed to Puerto Canoas for an unforgettable 5-hour guided exploration on the Argentinian side of the Iguazu Falls. Stroll along the various walkways to marvel at these magnificent cascades, including the impressive Devil's Throat.

After our waterfall exploration, we will return you to Brazil and drop you off at your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, where you will have the afternoon free for optional activities on the Brazilian side of the falls.

Day 6: Foz do Iguaçu - Discovering the Brazilian Falls

Following breakfast at your hotel, we will embark on a tour of the Brazilian side of the Iguassu Falls, where breathtaking landscapes await.

After completing the Brazilian side tour, you will have time to return to your hotel for lunch on your own. Later in the afternoon, we will pick you up for your transfer to Foz do Iguaçu airport, wishing you safe travels!

Accommodation Details

This tour includes five nights of accommodations with breakfast in selected 3 or 4-star hotels, based on your booking preferences:

Standard Category (3 Stars)

• Rio de Janeiro (3 nights): Mirador Rio Hotel or similar
• Foz do Iguaçu (2 nights): Viale Tower Hotel or similar

Superior Category (4 Stars)

• Rio de Janeiro (3 nights): Arena Ipanema Hotel or similar
• Foz do Iguaçu (2 nights): Hotel Viale Cataratas or similar

Kindly note that the mentioned prices are per person based on a double room occupancy.