Explore the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro and admire the modern and historical areas of the city. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the famous Christ the Redeemer statue at Corvocado mountain after experiencing the lush jungle landscapes of Sugar Loaf Mountain area. Relax on your domestic flight to Iguazu Falls before being met at the airport and transferred to your comfortable accommodation in this stunningly beautiful part of the world. Enjoy a guided tour of the Brazilian and Argentinean Waterfalls and take part in any number of optional activities before your return flight to Rio de Janeiro. With local 24/7 support, private guided tours with expert English speaking Guides, this is sure to be a vacation you will treasure...

Note:A valid passport is required for all American or Canadians citizens, including children, intending to visit Brazil. It is recommended that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from the country. There have been cases where citizens were refused entry for not having the six-month validity. In addition, all Americans & Canadians are required to have a valid Brazilian Visa prior to their arrival in Brazil, and the visa must be used within 90 days of issuance. Otherwise, they will be refused entry into the country. For other nationalities it is the traveler's responsibility to check with the the Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil and its consulates for up-to-date information.

Day 1
Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a private airport transfer in Rio de Janeiro with private vehicle and driver guide. A valid passport is required for all American or Canadian citizens, including children, intending to visit Brazil. It is recommended that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from the country. There have been cases where citizens were refused entry for not having the six-month validity. In addition, all Americans & Canadians are required to have a valid Brazilian Visa prior to their arrival in Brazil, and the visa must be used within 90 days of issuance. Otherwise, they will be refused entry into the country.
Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Rio de Janeiro´s spirit is present on the trendiest corner of Ipanema. In an area known as “Charm Quarter”, Mar Ipanema Hotel, is only 100 meters from Ipanema Beach, 300 meters from Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and a quick 5 minute walk from Leblon neighborhood. Rio de Janeiro is the second major city of Brazil, behind São Paulo. The city delights people with its scenery, hospitality and infectious cheerfulness. The "Wonderful City" -famous all over the world for its beautiful beaches, curvaceous geography and the way of life of its people - welcomes visitors with open arms and offers an infinite number of attractions throughout the year.

Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a full day private excursion with your own vehicle, professional driver and English speaking guide visiting Corcovado and Sugarloaf. After being picked up from your hotel, you can enjoy a Panoramic city tour by car, passing by the main monuments such as Sambódromo, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Cinelandia Square with its Municipal Theatre, National Library and the Fine Art Museum, to name but a few. Arriving at the Sugar Loaf, you can take a cable car to get to the summit where you will have one of the most fantastic panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro. From here, the stop on the tour is Cosme Velho district, a traditional neighborhood in the Southern part of Rio de Janeiro which houses the picturesque Largo do Boticário - a small square enclosed by several neocolonial style houses, built in the 1920s. (The houses were constructed using materials from much older buildings in the city's Centro district which had been demolished). Here, you can take a train up to the Corcovado Mountain, through the Atlantic rainforests of Tijuca to see the famous Christ The Redeemer statue and admire the fantastic panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro below. Before returning to the hotel, you will be taken for a visit to São Conrado beach to observe the famous hang gliders flying over the beach. You will no doubrt enjoy the hosted lunch during the day and at days end, having seen all of the sights, you will be brought back to your hotel. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Mar Ipanema Hotel.

Day 3
Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguaçu
Enjoy a private airport transfer in Rio de Janeiro with private vehicle and driver guide. Relax on your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguacu. Flight time is typically 2.5 hours and prices are subject to changes based on availability. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy a private airport transfer with private vehicle and professional driver. Enjoy a private half day guided tour of the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. After being picked up from your hotel, a scenic drive takes you through Iguassu National Park along the Cataratas Highway that leads to the border between Brazil and Argentina. Here, the river drops into a breathtaking canyon. You can descend a walkway and gaze at both sides of the falls and stop at the elevator to ride to the Brazilian side lookout point. Fantastic scenic and photographic opportunities abound, and your expert English speaking Guide will provide an edicational and fun tour. At the end of the tour you will be brought back to your hotel in Iguazu. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Placed in a spectacular setting right on the Brazilian border joining Argentina and Paraguay, the Bourbon Cataratas Resort offers a multitude of land and space for travelers to wander. The 299 guestrooms and 13 suites are comfortable and clean, embracing a North American style in décor. Meals are served in buffet style, and the breakfast is mouthwatering, with waffles, omelets, and all sorts of goodies. Take a trip to the falls or explore the Brazilian forests. Otherwise, laze by the pool and soak up the sun. Iguazu Falls (Foz do Iguaçu) is one of the top attractions in Brazil. The city of the same name is beside the river, with over 100 hotels. The falls have a water flow equal to three Niagara Falls. Part of the falls are in the Brazilian side, others (including the "Garganta do Diabo" (Devil's Throat in Portuguese), the tallest of the falls, 97 m, 318 ft high) are in the Argentinian side, which can be done in a day tour across the border.

Day 4
Foz do Iguaçu
Enjoy a fun packed full day shared tour exploring the Argentinian side of Iguazu falls. After being picked up at your hotel, you will be transferred into the subtropical jungle in the company of your Guide and Driver to view one of the seven Wonders of the World: The Iguassu Falls - formed by the spectacular fall of more than two hundred cascades. The falls are protected within the Iguassu National Park, an expanse of 67,500 hectacres and which was created with the objective of conserving the splendid frame of the surrounding subtropical jungle. There is plenty of walking throughout the day as you explore the area as well as a chance to see the handmade products of the Maca Paraguayan ethnic tribe. Take the Jungle Ecological Train to Devil’s throat station and enjoy the 15 minute train ride going by the shore of the fabulous Iguazú River and
Discover the silent inhabitants such as the majestic yacarés. Disembarking the train, your Guide will accompany you on the footbridge of 1.100mts over the Iguazú River while they explain the bird diversity found in these parts such as condors and other wildlife as well as the Garganta del Diablo waterfall. Enjoy the wonderful views as you continue on your hike through the jungle passing other waterfalls – this is where The Mission movie was filmed. Enjoy a wonderful Argentine Barbeque lunch, before continuing walking to see an incredibly panoramic view of the lower area of this wonderful stage. At the end of the day you will be returned to your hotel. (Please note that entrance to Iguazu Falls Park is not included). Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Although primarily famous for the Falls, Iguassu also has other attractions for visitors. Walk past the stunning Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Mosque, the largest mosque outside the Middle East (please note that non-Muslim visitors cannot enter). The zoo, Bosque Guarani, is also popular, and the bird park is the perfect place to while away a few hours. If you feel like taking a private or shared half or full day guided tour, consider one of the following options; a panoramic helicopter tour, a zodiac boat ride under the falls, a jungle safari, tour focusing on birding, flora and trekking, visit to an Indian community, a tour of a precious stones mine, a trip to Cuidad del Este in Paraguay, a kayaking or biking tour, a day trip to a trraditional farm where you can enjoy activities such as horseriding, floating and river bathing. Alternatively, consider a day trip to visit the remains of the World Heritage site of San Ignacio; a Jesuitical Mission where the Catholic church attempted to Christianize the indigenous populations of the Americas in the 17th century. The site also has a fascinating Archeological museum. Please speak to your Kensington Tours Sales Advisor if you are interested in any of these options. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Bourbon Cataratas Resort.

Day 5
Foz do Iguaçu - Rio de Janeiro
Relax on your direct flight from Foz do Iguacu to Rio de Janeiro. The flight duration is approximately 2 hours. Kensington Tours donates a portion of our proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy a private airport transfer with private vehicle and professional driver. Depart from the international airport in Rio de Janeiro. End of itinerary.