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<strong>Brazil</strong><br />
<strong>Brazil</strong><br />
<strong>Brazil</strong>’s famous natural wonders, exquisite cuisines, warm weather<br />
year round, the friendly and beautiful people, local culture and<br />
fantastic sites for social events with terrific views are just some of<br />
many reasons why to undertake a trip to this unique destination.<br />
With over 3 million square miles, <strong>Brazil</strong> is one of the largest and<br />
most diverse countries in the world. It shares borders with almost<br />
every country in South America and each of its 23 states has<br />
different characteristics.<br />
The main tourist attractions are in the Amazon, Pantanal, Bahia,<br />
the North East, Iguazu and Rio, but there is plenty to see in other<br />
areas including the colonial cities in Minas Gerais and the “Gaucho”<br />
territory in the south.<br />
The population, 155 million strong is a melting pot of all the races<br />
on this planet and the vast majority are young. The <strong>Brazil</strong>ians are<br />
warm hearted and fun loving people, with a very relaxed approach<br />
to life.<br />
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<strong>Brazil</strong> Tours<br />
Amazon<br />
The Amazon rainforest is the largest in the world and shelters one third of earth’s living species. Crossed by the magnificent Amazon<br />
River, this vast nature reserve is the source of one quarter of the world’s water supply and endless ecological wonders.<br />
Brasilia<br />
<strong>Brazil</strong>’s futuristic capital with its wide avenues and impressive buildings designed by world famous architect Oscar Niemeyer. The city’s<br />
main attractions include the Square of the Three Powers, the cathedral and the Opera House.<br />
Iguazu<br />
The Iguazu Falls, the world’s largest, are centered in a tropical forest, in the area where the borders of <strong>Brazil</strong>, Argentina and Paraguay<br />
meet. This mass of water from three rivers joining together and cascading from great heights, creates a spectacular experience.<br />
Rio de Janeiro<br />
Rio is nestled between the sea and striking mountains, with a magnificent shoreline indented with bays and beautiful beaches. The<br />
city’s 8 million inhabitants known as “Cariocas” are friendly, smiling, sun tanned and carefree people who try to enjoy life to the fullest.<br />
Rio has great nightlife and landmarks include the Sugar Loaf Mountain, a solid rock 1,299 feet high and Corcovado Mountain rising 2,329<br />
feet above the city with the statue of Christ the Redeemer.<br />
Salvador de Bahia<br />
Bahia is the most representative of <strong>Brazil</strong>ian history and culture. There are hundreds of impressive churches in Bahia and museums<br />
housing some of <strong>Brazil</strong>’s best art collections. The beaches in Bahia are among the best in the country and the temperature is mild<br />
throughout the year.<br />
Rio de Janeiro & Paraty<br />
Duration: 3 days/ 2 nights<br />
Prices From (per person sharing)<br />
E443<br />
Day 1 - Rio de Janeiro<br />
Arrive into Rio de Janeiro, transfer from the airport to your hotel. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro.<br />
Day 2 - Rio de Janeiro – Paraty<br />
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and journey along the Green Coast to the<br />
coastal city of Paraty (approx. 4hrs). This afternoon you will have an accompanied walking tour<br />
through Paraty, showing the city’s many attractions. Overnight in Paraty.<br />
Day 3 - Paraty<br />
Today you will take a boat tour across Paraty Bay, with its still-wil beaches and islands. The<br />
clear, clam waters, full of colourful fish invite the visitor for a refreshing swim. This afternoon is<br />
at leisure. Overnight in Paraty.<br />
Day 4 - Paraty – Rio de Janeiro<br />
This morning is at leisure. After lunch, transfer back to your Rio de Janeiro hotel. Overnight Rio<br />
de Janeiro.<br />
Day 5 - Rio de Janeiro<br />
You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.<br />
Includes:<br />
• 2 nights accommodation in Rio de Janeiro (3 star)<br />
• 2 nights accommodation in Paraty (3 star)<br />
• Breakfast (04 days)<br />
• Walking tour of Paraty<br />
• Boat tour of Paraty Bay.<br />
• Return airport to hotel transfers<br />
• Return Rio de Janeiro to Paraty regular transfers.<br />
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<strong>Brazil</strong> Tours<br />
<strong>Brazil</strong> in a Nutshell<br />
Duration: 7 days/ 6 nights<br />
Prices From (per person sharing)<br />
E1829<br />
This round trip is ideally suited to those who have little time available but still want to get a<br />
taste of some of <strong>Brazil</strong>’s natural and cultural highlights. An exciting program leads you from some<br />
of the world’s most famous cities: Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, to one of the world’s natural<br />
wonders: the Iguazu Falls. <strong>Brazil</strong> is full of great contrasts and this 7 day round trip gives you just<br />
enough time to get an idea of <strong>Brazil</strong>’s tremendous size and beauty.<br />
Day 01 – Dublin / Rio De Janeiro<br />
Arrival at the airport, transfer to your hotel. After check-in, free time to relax in vicinity of the<br />
hotel and beachfront.<br />
Day 02 – Rio De Janeiro<br />
A fascinating full day tour to the top of the 2 most majestic landmarks of Rio de Janeiro: Sugar<br />
Loaf and Corcovado Mountain. Evening free to explore Rio’s vibrant city centre.<br />
Day 03 – Rio De Janeiro/ Iguazu Falls<br />
Morning transfer to airport for the flight to the Iguazu Falls, and transfer to hotel. Afternoon<br />
visit to the <strong>Brazil</strong>ian side of the Iguazu Falls. In the evening a dinner and musical show that<br />
combines Broadway with folklore and typical dances, demonstrating the exuberant cultural<br />
manifestations of Argentina, <strong>Brazil</strong> and Paraguay.<br />
Day 04 - Iguazu Falls<br />
In the morning, a visit to the Bird Park. The enclosures house more than 900 birds and 150 species.<br />
During the walk in the beautiful Atlantic Fores to see the many spectacular native and exotic bird<br />
species, some of which are endangered. From here, proceed to the Argentinean side of the Iguazu<br />
Falls.<br />
Day 05 - Iguazu Falls<br />
Morning pick-up at hotel to airport for flight to Salvador and transfer to hotel. After lunch, a historic<br />
city tour to see the earliest streets and architectural structures of Bahia.<br />
Day 06 - Salvador<br />
Full day schooner cruise, visiting tropical islands. This tour into the Bay of All Saints and to 2 of<br />
its numerous tropical islands with lush vegetation and pristine beaches. After the schooner drops<br />
anchor on one of the islands visited, the visitor can relax and swim in the warm, clear waters of<br />
one of the island’s most beautiful beaches.<br />
Day 07 - Salvador/ Dublin<br />
Time permitting, morning at leisure in Salvador. Transfer to airport for your return flight to Dublin.<br />
Includes:<br />
• 2 nights Rio de Janeiro (3 star hotel)<br />
• Return international Flights<br />
• Domestic Flights<br />
• 2 nights Iguazu Falls (3 star hotel)<br />
• 2 nights Salvador (3 star hotel)<br />
• Airport transfers with English speaking guides in air conditioned vehicles<br />
• All excursions and packages listed above with English speaking guides<br />
• Breakfast (06 days)<br />
• Hotel taxes and service charges<br />
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