Itinerary
Day 1 - Departure day
Depart Miami on your evening flight to Manaus, situated in the middle of the Amazon rainforest and furthest point along the Amazon's deep-water channel. As arrival is just after mid-night, your room is reserved for immediate occupancy. TROPICAL MANUAS HOTEL
Day 2 - Manaus/Board Cruise
The morning is unscheduled to give you a chance to catch up from your late arrival and enjoy the amenities of your Portuguese colonial-style oasis, on the banks of the River Negro. Sleep late, take a swim or stroll the lush tropical grounds. In the mid-afternoon sightsee Manaus en route to the pier to board the Iberostar Grand Amazon and begin your Rio Negro Amazon cruise experience. Manaus sprang from humble beginnings as an Indian village built around a fortress constructed to repel Dutch invaders. You will be impressed with the sheer volume of vessels that ply their way from her to every township up and down this great river. IBEROSTAR GRAND AMAZON
Day 3 - Nova Airao/Lake Aracari
Arrive in Novo Airao this morning. After breakfast, you are off on a motor launch trip along the Trinchera Igarape (Creek) in hopes of seeing the Botos, the friendly, intelligent pink river dolphins. After lunch on board, continue to Lake Aracari where a photo excursion reveals the abundance of wildlife. How about a little Piranha fishing? After dinner this evening, you might like to accompany the on board naturalist on a caiman spotting cruise. IBEROSTAR GRAND AMAZON
Day 4 - River Puduari/Aturia Igarape
Board the small launch boats this morning for shore. Take a jungle trek along the River Puduari, where you will spot many species of trees, plants and exotic bird, animals and insect life. Re-board the vessel and continue towards Ilha de Jacare. This afternoon's photo launch excursion in the Aturia Igarape furthers your education of the Amazon flora and fauna. IBEROSTAR GRAND AMAZON
Day 5 - River Cuieriras/Praia Grande
Go ashore this morning to learn more about the Amazon rainforest and it inhabitants. Later visit the local Cambebas Community. If you want to take a break from jungle trekking, why not take a dip in one of the rooftop pools. Enjoy the onboard folklore show this evening after dinner. IBEROSTAR GRAND AMAZON
Day 6 - Disembark Manaus/Rio
Be on deck bright and early this morning to observe the phenomenon known as the meeting of the waters, as the black waters of the Rio Negro and the yellow waters of the Solimoes merge. It is a sight worth seeing. Disembark in Manaus after breakfast. Visit the 19th century Italian Renaissance Opera House, a tribute to the rich and glamorous period of the rubber boom. Later, transfer to the airport for the late afternoon flight to exhilarating and cosmopolitan Rio de Janeiro, a sharp contrast from your jungle adventure. Settle into your hotel on famous Copacabana Beach, the SOFITEL RIO PALACE.
Day 7 - Rio
No trip to Rio would be complete without a visit to Corcovado, where the statue of Christ the Redeemer, newly appointed Wonder of the World, welcomes all visitors to the city. After lunch at one of Rio's historic restaurants, the belle epoque Confeitaria Colombo, in the heart of old Rio, get to know historic downtown Rio with its contrasts of historic buildings and multicultural modern urban design. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner at a renowned local restaurant. Then, get a taste of the Latin rhythms of Rio's nightlife at a Platforma Carnival Show, replete with Brazilian folklore songs, dances and elaborate costumes. SOFITEL RIO PALACE
Day 8 - Conclude Rio
Travel by cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf for spectacular views of the city below. The remainder of the day is free for your own pursuits. Late in the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your overnight flight return to the USA.
Day 9 - Arrive home
This morning arrive Miami for connecting domestic flight to your home city. Thank you for traveling with us and we hope to see you again soon!
Travel Dates & Rates, Ask Agent
- Land/Cruise only rate is per person based on double occupancy in outside cabin aboard the Iberostar cruise. On tour flight Rio/Manaus is included in the land/cruise rate. International airfare is not included. Pre/post nights are available upon request. Travel Insurance is highly recommended.
- Note: Visa is required and is the responsibility of the traveler to secure
Prices subject to change without notice
until time of deposit. All dollar values not denoted as US or CA are
in US Dollars.
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