Brazil’s Big Cities, Nature and Beach

Discover the Christ the Redeemer Statue, one of the seven modern wonders of the world, on this half day tour from Rio de Janeiro. The Art Deco statue of Christ sits atop the Corcovado Mountain, at a height of 2,300 ft above sea level. Completed in 1931, it stands 98 ft tall and its horizontally outstretched arms span 92 ft. The statue has become emblematic of Rio and Brazil. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on a scenic drive along the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. When you reach the base of the mountain, switch to a small cog wheel train and ride up the mountainside. Enjoy the views from the train as you slowly climb to the top. When you reach the summit, get a close-up view of the statue towering above you and admire the panoramic view of Rio and the Guanabara Bay. Return to the base of the mountain and drive back along the coast to your hotel.

(Duration: half day; Time: starts between 0800 to 0900 hrs (morning) & 1400 to 1500 hrs (afternoon); Private activity & transfers; Meals are not included; Closed on Apr 21, May 1, Sept 7, Oct 12, Nov 2, Nov 15)

Visit the iconic Pão de Açúcar, or Sugar Loaf Mountain, on this half day tour in Rio de Janeiro. The mountain is a cherished symbol of the city and is visited by over a million tourists every year. It rises from a small peninsula at the entrance of Guanabara Bay and its name comes from its resemblance to the traditional shape of a refined sugar loaf. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the first of two cable cars that will take you to the top. Ride up Urca Hill to a height of 705 ft above sea level. Stop to take in the stunning views of the bay and the islands. Then continue upwards to the peak of Sugar Loaf in the second cable car. From a height of 1296 ft, enjoy panoramic views of Rio, including the Botafogo and Copacabana beaches. Keep your camera ready to take photographs. Then descend down the mountain and return to your hotel.

(Duration: half day; Time: starts between 0800 to 0900 hrs (morning) & 1400 to 1500 hrs (afternoon); Private activity & transfers; Meals are not included; Fitness level: easy; Please note that the cable car will be shared with other people; Closed on Apr 21, May 1, Sept 7, Oct 12, Nov 2 & Nov 15)

Head out on this exciting exploration of the Iguazu National Park. Start down a descending trail into the canyon and make your way to a vantage view point offering splendid visuals of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Iguazu Falls. Step into a glass elevator that will transport you to a viewing platform. Savor stunning vistas of more than 240 falls gushing down simultaneously. After soaking in the views to your heart’s content, browse through the colorful displays of food and crafts at the artisans fair. Later, wind your way to the safari entrance gates to board wagons towed by open jeeps. Enjoy the beautiful scenery as you traverse the nearly two-mile trail. Listen to your guide narrate interesting details about the region’s flora and fauna. You can choose to hike the ancient rock stairway that leads up to the scenic Macuco Falls. Travel on to the safari dock on the river to slip on a life vest before you board a sturdy inflatable bi-motor boat. Use the plastic containers provided to waterproof your cameras and other electronic equipment. Settle in to enjoy views of the canyon, unique rock formations, and the lush vegetation as the boat rushes upriver. Savor breathtaking views of Iguazu Falls from the horseshoe-shaped Devil’s Throat section. Feel the cool spray of water soak you as your pilot steers the boat right into the falls! (Half Day; Duration: 4 hrs; Private Activity; Fitness Level: Easy. Please bring along a change of clothes as the water spray from the falls can leave you soaking wet. Lockers are available at the pier.)

Gain a deep perspective of the breathtaking waterfalls, recently named one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Three sets of trails and walkways allow you to explore the natural beauty of the falls and the surrounding jungle as you walk through the national park. On the lower circuit take in a view of the falls from below, feeling part of the natural surroundings, and sensing their great magnitude. The upper circuit takes you above the falls where you get a different perspective of the same waterfalls you just saw on the lower circuit. And no visit to Iguazu is complete without viewing the Devil’s Throat Falls, where you stand just feet from the thundering cascades of water tumbling to depths below. (Time: 0900 to 1500; Private Activity)

Gain a deep perspective of the breathtaking waterfalls, recently named one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Three sets of trails and walkways allow you to explore the natural beauty of the falls and the surrounding jungle as you walk through the national park. On the lower circuit take in a view of the falls from below, feeling part of the natural surroundings, and sensing their great magnitude. The upper circuit takes you above the falls where you get a different perspective of the same waterfalls you just saw on the lower circuit. And no visit to Iguazu is complete without viewing the Devil’s Throat Falls, where you stand just feet from the thundering cascades of water tumbling to depths below. (Time: 0900 to 1500; Private Activity)

Discover the highlights of São Paulo on this private, guided tour. Start with a visit to the oldest train station in the city, the Estacao da Luz. After, continue to the Italy Terrace, one of the most charming buildings in old downtown, and the Municipal Theatre. Take a walk around downtown and learn about the iconic buildings found here, including the Sé Cathedral. Then visit the Liberdade neighborhood. This area has the highest concentration of Japanese people living outside of Japan, and it is adorned with typical decorations. You will also explore the financial center of Sao Paulo and pass by Paulista Avenue, an important street full of modern buildings such as the MASP (Art Museum of Sao Paulo). Finally, reach the one million square meter Ibirapuera Park. Here you will visit the museum designed by Oscar Niemeye before the tour wraps up.

(Duration: 4 hours; Private activity & transfers)