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Independent Rio de Janeiro and Iguassu Falls (ISS1)

6-Day Package from Rio de Janeiro to Iguassu Falls

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It may take two to tango, but it only takes you to choreograph the perfect day on a Globus Independent tour in Brazil. See how Rio 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 along 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!

Special features included in this tour:

  • Private guided sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, including the Cosme Velho district
  • A cog-wheel train ride to the top of Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue
  • Private guided tour of Iguassu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentine sides
  • Ecological Jungle Train ride and Devil’s Throat boardwalk views

Independent Rio de Janeiro and Iguassu Falls map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Buffet breakfast daily


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.

Intra-vacation flights are not included but can be added. Unless otherwise noted, some services may be shared with other travelers.

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN RIO DE JANEIRO

Welcome to South America’s capital of glamour—Rio de Janeiro, where your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

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Day 2 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 free. 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.



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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3 RIO DE JANEIRO

Enjoy a full day at leisure. Your Local Host will suggest some options for your free time.



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 Sugarloaf Mountain.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 4 RIO DE JANEIRO–IGUASSU FALLS

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls, one of the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders, featuring 275 individual cascades stretching nearly two miles across the border of Brazil and Argentina. Upon arrival, meet your Local Guide for a private tour on the Brazilian side, offering sweeping panoramic views of this immense spectacle. Witness powerful waterfalls plunging over a vast precipice nearly two miles wide and 250 feet deep, and venture into the legendary Devil’s Throat Canyon, where thundering water, swirling mist, and brilliant 180-degree rainbows surround you for an unforgettable sensory experience.



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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 5 IGUASSU FALLS. EXCURSION TO IGUASSU FALLS, ARGENTINA


Cross the border with your Local Guide for a private tour of the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls, beginning with a scenic ride aboard the open-air Ecological Jungle Train as it winds through the rainforest. From there, explore a network of boardwalks that lead you out over the falls, offering dramatic views as torrents of water plunge more than 300 feet into the awe-inspiring Devil’s Throat below. Later, return across the border to Brazil and enjoy a free afternoon and evening.



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.

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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 6 IGUASSU FALLS

Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning.



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Breakfast Breakfast

 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

ALEXANDRE MALING

Escorting tours for more than 15 years

My name is Alexandre Ma Ling da Silva, I have been an official tour guide for over 15 years and I love to show the beauties of Rio to the clients that come to visit our wonderful city.

Tour Director - ALEXANDRE MALING

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

No Excursions are available at this time.



The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.