Arrive in Rio De Janeiro Itinerary for Best of South America
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Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 1/32 Itinerary for Best of South America - Tour Rio to Lima • Expat Explore Start Point: End Point: Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Hotel in Lima, Address to be confirmed Address to be confirmed Welcome meeting at 18:00 hrs 10:00 hrs DAY 1: Arrive in Rio de Janeiro Your adventure through South America begins in the city of Rio de Janeiro. You will have an opportunity to explore before meeting your Tour Leader at the hotel around 18:00. This evening, join your fellow travellers and tour leader for a welcome dinner to kick off this epic journey. Saúde! Experiences Welcome Dinner. Welcome Dinner: Eat local on your first night in Rio de Janeiro! For the Brazilians, mealtime is a family event. Your welcome dinner involves a traditional Brazilian barbecue at a local Churrascaria restaurant. As the name states in Portuguese, churrasco involves meat roasted over Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 2/32 charcoal, served with a side of grilled vegetables, garnishes, salads and a variety of traditional desserts. In combination with the warm-hearted culture of the locals, it makes for an unforgettable experience. Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Hotel Mirador DAY 2: Rio de Janeiro City Tour Enjoy breakfast and set out on a day tour of marvellous Rio. Follow your local guide to some of the city's most fascinating attractions via coach and on foot. Tick off must-see destinations like the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Mt Corcovado. Not to mention the Escadaria Selaron staircase and eclectic Santa Teresa neighbourhood. Grab street food on the go for lunch. Go your own way this evening or opt in on an outing to sample Rio's famous nightlife. Experiences Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer Statue entry and visit. Visit the most iconic monument of Rio and Brazil - the statue of Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor). Designed by engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, the 125 ft/38m tall Christ the Redeemer statue offers the most breathtaking views Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 3/32 from where it stands on top of mount Corcovado, overlooking the city below. Brazil is a religiously diverse nation and considers the arms-open-wide gesture of the statue as one of welcoming and peace. Visit the neighborhoods of Santa Teresa and Lapa & Rio de Janeiro’s tiled staircase. See a different and more quiet side of the cidade maravilhosa (marvellous city), as you meander the streets of hillside neighbourhood, Santa Teresa, and the downtown neighborhood of Lapa. Santa Teresa is a quiet, bohemian area with winding streets, colourful colonial houses, a charming yellow tram and a village-like spirit. Also see the connection between the two neighbourhoods: the 125- step Selarón staircase (Escadaria Selarón) made with colourful mosaic tiles and mirrors. Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Hotel Mirador DAY 3: Rio de Janeiro: Free Day Free day in Rio! Explore at your own pace or opt in on the Rio Plus tour. The latter will take you to downtown Rio to encounter it's most significant sights. This includes the Museum of Tomorrow, the Sao Bento Monastery, Kobra Mural and La Candelaria. Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain via cable car to see the city from the top. Enjoy spectacular views and learn more about the history and culture from your local guide. This evening is yours to enjoy as you please. Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 4/32 Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Hotel Mirador Optional Excursions Rio Plus Optional Day Trip: US$ 85 * Stated prices and availability are subject to change. DAY 4: Rio de Janeiro - Paraty Wave Rio goodbye and get ready for a gorgeous drive down the Costa Verde (Green Coast). Drink in astounding views over the Atlantic Ocean and inland jungles. Arrive in the pretty port town of Paraty. Freshen up at the hotel and follow a local guide on a brief orientation tour. Enjoy the stunning architecture and laid back ambience. Join the group for an optional dinner at a local restaurant this evening, or go your own way instead. Experiences Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 5/32 Paraty walking tour. Follow a local guide around Paraty and discover why Paraty was so affluent during the gold, coffee and cachaça periods. This gorgeous colonial town is situated in the perfect spot for spectacular views of the surrounding Atlantic ocean and jungle. The historic centre, a UNESCO heritage site, boasts beautifully preserved architecture, cobblestone roads and churches. Cars were banned from the historic core, so you can expect quiet surroundings with welcoming locals. Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Pousada do Principe DAY 5: Paraty: Free Day Take advantage of a free day in Paraty. The town forms part of the Serra da Bocaina National Park, so there is lots of nature to enjoy. Think mountains, beaches, waterfalls and more! Take to the water on an optional boat trip if you wish. Or perhaps you'd like to drive off on an optional 4x4 Jeep trip. Alternatively, simply find your own way and seek out the attractions that appeal to you most. Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Pousada do Principe Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 6/32 Optional Excursions 4x4 Jeep Tour: US$ 35 Passeio de Escuna Boat Tour: US$ 30 * Stated prices and availability are subject to change. DAY 6: Paraty - São Paulo Leave Paraty behind and continue onwards to bustling São Paulo. This populous city is a major financial hub in Brazil. Enjoy a guided coach tour with a local guide upon arrival. This includes a foray to the famous Mercadão (a sprawling food market) - a dream come true for any foodie. Settle in at the hotel this evening. Opt in on a group dinner if you wish. Experiences São Paulo City Tour and visit to the Mercadão. São Paulo is quite simply enormous. It’s the biggest city in Latin America and the Southern hemisphere to be exact. Upon arrival, set out with a local expert to find out more about the history and economy of the city and see the points of Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 7/32 interest. Then stop at the Mercadão, a famous food market, for lunch. This municipal market is the perfect spot if you want to see and taste all kinds of South American foods - from north to south. Look out for the famous Mortadella sandwich, codfish and prawn pastries, and cashew fruit. Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Sleep Inn Guarulhos DAY 7: São Paulo - flight to Foz do Iguaçu - Iguassu Falls Brazilian side Get up early to board the shuttle to Guarulhos Airport to catch a short flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Here you will encounter the mesmerising Iguaçu falls from the Brazilian side. Get ready to see the largest waterfall system in the world! Entry to the Iguaçu National Park and there are various walkways to explore. Head back to the hotel this evening to enjoy a sumptuous included Brazilian barbecue dinner. Experiences Visit the Iguaçu Falls in Iguaçu National Park. Foz do Iguaçu is located on the triple borders or Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina. Depending on the rainfall, there can be between 150 en 300 waterfalls at the time of your visit. This experience gives you a chance to enter the national park Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 8/32 and explore to your heart’s content. Iguaçu Falls is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It’s truly a once in a lifetime experience. Entry included. Brazilian barbecue dinner: Eat local on your first night in Iguazu! Your dinner this evening involves a traditional Brazilian barbecue at a local Churrascaria restaurant. The experience involves different types of meat roasted over charcoal, served with all you can eat sides of vegetable, salad and traditional desserts. Local Brazilian Dining Experience. On Day 9, enjoy a jolly night out as you sit down for a traditional Brazilian meal at a family home with home-made Brazilian food, unlimited caipirinhas (Brazil’s national cocktail) and beer. (took off contentful) Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Viale Tower DAY 8: Iguazu Falls - Iguazu Falls Brazil Side: Free Day Free day in the Iguazu region! Stick around in Foz do Iguacu and choose from a variety of optional outings. This includes helicopter rides over the falls. Or a visit to the magnificent Parque das Aves with its 150+ bird species. Alternatively, you could opt in on a day trip to Paraguay! Head over the Expat Explore - Version: Sun Sep 26 2021 16:20:21 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) Page: 9/32 Paraná River with a local guide. Explore the city on foot to visit markets and shops. Head to the famous Itaipú Dam and see the Monday Waterfall. Head back to Brazil later in the afternoon. Tonight there is an optional Rafain show and dinner experience on offer as well. Included Meals Accommodation Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner: Viale Tower Optional Excursions Paraguay Day Trip (with local guide): US$ 90 Rafain Dinner and Show: US$ 50 * Stated prices and availability are subject to change.