Rio de Janeiro and Amazon cruise

Spend three days exploring vibrant Rio de Janeiro, including a guided visit of Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) and Pao de Acucar (Sugarloaf Mountain). Then travel to the jungle city of Manaus, famous for it's opera house and the 'Meeting of the Waters' where the Solimoes and Negro Rivers meet to form the Amazon.

From Manaus spend 7 nights on board the 18 passenger Motor Yacht Tucano, exploring almost 200 miles of the Negro River and its tributaries.

The cruise departs on Sundays throughout the year.

Trip information

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Included

All accommodations; internal flights; transfers, ground transport, tours and guides as shown, entrance fees.

Not included

Please consult.

Is it for you?

This is an easy trip, though some of the hikes in the Amazon are 2 - 3 hours in length in hot, humid temperatures.

Best time

Rio de Janeiro is a year round destination but gets very busy between December - March and in July. The city is especially busy during Carnaval which takes place from the Friday before Shrove Tuesday to Ash Wednesday.During the rainy season in the Amazon from late January to early May the temperatures are cooler and the riverine plants flower and fruit. In the dry season from June to December the river level falls leaving white sand beaches. This is an excellent time to see large fishing birds and caiman at night.

Getting there

From the UK, flights to Rio de Janeiro cost around £700.

Weather and highlights

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Vibrant, energetic Rio de Janeiro
Guided visit of Sugar Loaf and Corcovado Mountains
The jungle city of Manaus with it's opera house and 'Meeting of the Waters'
Experience the romance of the Amazon with a 7 night cruise on board the MY Tucano

Itinerary

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Duration: 13 days

Day 1: Arrive Rio de Janeiro and transfer to hotel.

Day 2: Full day tour of Rio including Corcovado and Sugarloaf mountains with BBQ lunch. (B, L)

Day 3: Free day in Rio de Janeiro. (B)

Day 4: Transfer to airport and fly to Manaus. Arrival and transfer to hotel. (B)

Day 5: Guided city tour. Afternoon at leisure. (B)

Day 6: Board the M/Y Tucano and begin the journey up the Rio Negro. (L, D)

Days 7 –8: Travel upstream and explore the Rio Negro and tributaries. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Continue upstream to the Rio Jauaperi and explore. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Begin travelling downstream and explore different Rio Negro habitats. (B, L, D)

Day 11: Explore the west side of the Rio Negro including the village of Novo Airao. (B, L, D)

Day 12: Explore January Ecological Lake and the ‘Meeting of the Waters’. (B, L, D)

Day 13: Disembark from the M/Y Tucano after breakfast and transfer to airport for onward connections. (B)

Pricing guidelines for Brazil

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £700 to £900 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Brazil combines with Peru, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands due to scheduled flights, so, for example, it makes a good beach stop after Peru or Ecuador.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
2 weeks nature & wildlife and/or beach trip, including such highlights such as rainforest, Pantanal and Iguassu Falls, plus Rio and the coastBetween £2500 and £4000
1 week Rio and Costa Verde beach holidayBetween £1500 and £2000
2½ weeks highlights of BrazilAround £3500 +

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