Real Travel - Brazilian Contrasts

Argentina- Bolivia- Peru

Small group departure

14 Oct 2011

This exciting 19-day adventure crosses the continent. Commencing in Buenos Aires, the city of tango, and finishing in Lima, founded in 1535 and known then as the ‘City of the Kings’.
After visiting the sites of Buenos Aires and experiencing this cosmopolitan city, transfer to the magnificent Iguassu Falls for two nights. Then, by air, transfer to Salta, located in the centre of the Argentinean winelands. After seeing this colonial city and tasting some of the exquisite wines of the region, the journey continues north into Bolivia, a landlocked country high on the Andean Altiplano. Here the soaring, snow-capped mountain peaks, the desolate salt lakes and incredible landscapes of the Altiplano are sure to leave lasting memories. After visiting La Paz, the world’s highest capital city, we cross Lake Titicaca to Copacabana, Puno and on to Cuzco, the major centre of the Incas. A full day excursion by First Class train and bus takes you to Machu Picchu. After returning to Cuzco with a leisure day to explore the Indian market, fly to Lima for your return or onward flight.

Brazilian Contrasts

14 Days

Tour Cost
Middle Class hotels
AUD$3626 pp t/s
AUD$982 SRS

Comfort Class hotels
AUD$4238 pp t/s
AUD$1361 SRS

Guaranteed Departures
2011: 10/24 Nov

2012: 12/26 Jan, 02 Feb,

03/22 Mar, 03/17 May, 21 Jun,

05/19 Jul*, 02/23 Aug, 13/27 Sep,

11 Oct, 22 Nov

* coincides with Brazil High Season, additional cost

From exciting Rio, where you might catch a glimpse of ‘that girl from Ipanema’, to the magnificent Iguassu Waterfalls and the depth of the Amazon Rainforest, to the rich Afro-Latino culture of Salvador da Bahia and the colonial atmosphere of Ouro Preto.. the history of Brazil is as diverse as its natural wonders. Brazil has always had a magic attraction. At first it was gold, then rubber and later coffee, next came the allure of the Samba rhythm, the endless beaches and the Amazon jungle but even more enduring is the happiness and spontaneity of its people. Certainly a land of contrasts.
Includes: Airport-hotel transfers day 1 to 14, thirteen nights’ accommodation with daily breakfast, transport by coach, air and boat, domestic air flights in Brazil including departure taxes, local English speaking guides, entry fees to includes sites, portage for one bag per person.

Not included: International flights from/to Australia, visas, exit taxes if applicable, other meals, personal purchases, tips, travel insurance.

Our hotels in Brazil
City Middle Class Comfort Class

Rio de Janeiro Golden Tulip Continental

Royal Rio Palace

Iguassu Viale Cataratas

Mabu Foz Hotel & Thermas

Ouro Preto Hotel Pousada Classica

Hotel Solar do Rosario

Belo Horizonte Hotel Liberty Palace

Hotel Liberty Palace

Manaus Amazon Eco Park

Amazon Eco Park

Salvador d’Bahia Hotel Portobello

Hotel Pestana Bahia

ITINERARY

Day 1: Rio de Janeiro
You are met on arrival and transferred to your centrally located hotel.

Day 2: Sugarloaf [B]
A morning trip through Downtown, along Guanabara Bay and Flamengo Park, seeing the Cathedral and other icons, then by cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf. Afternoon at leisure or you may join an optional ascent of Corcovado to the statue of Christ the Redeemer.

Day 3: Rio de Janeiro [B]
A full day at leisure in exciting Rio.

Day 4: Iguassu Falls [B]
Transfers and flight to Iguassu. After check-in we visit the Brazilian Falls, following the paths to vantage points, seeing the Falls from several viewing points, then descending to the bottom of the Devil’s Throat.

Day 5: Iguassu Falls [B]
Today we cross the border to see the Falls from the Argentinean side. Following both the up-river and down-river walks then boarding the Jungle Train to the see the Devil’s Throat from above.

Day 6: Amazon Basin [B]
Transfers and flight to Manaus, followed by a boat journey up river to our Eco Lodge on Rio Taruma, in the centre of the Amazon Forest.

Day 7: Amazon Basin [BLD]
A full day exploring the jungle, seeing the wildlife and the very diverse floral kingdom of the region.

Day 8: Amazon Basin [BLD]
A full day excursion to the Meeting of the Waters.

Day 9: Belo Horizonte [B]
After breakfast return to Manaus for a tour of the city before our flight, via Sao Paulo to Bela Hotizonte. Arrival transfer and check-in

Day 10: Ouro Preto [B]
We drive to Ouro Preto in the morning. In the afternoon we visit the city of Ouro Preto. This city was based on gold mining during the 18thC. and retains the atmosphere of that period. You’ll enjoy the narrow, cobbled streets, terraced gardens, colonial churches. Afternoon drive to Belo Horizonte for overnight.

Day 11: Ouro Preto [B]
A full day at leisure allows time to explore this unique and historic, small city.

Day 12: Salvador da Bahia [B]
Transfer and flight to Salvador da Bahia with the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 13: Salvador da Bahia [B]
A morning tour visits the lighthouse at Farol da Barra, the coastal Barra District, the Municipal Square and the Lacerda Elevator for breathtaking views across Baia de Todas Santos. Optional tonight is a visit to ‘Bahia by Night’, a vibrant night of dance and Afro-Brazilian music.

Day 14: Departure [B]
After breakfast transfer to the airport for onward flight.