Rio De Janeiro

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Rio de Janeiro, nestled between mountains and sea, is an endless parade of attractions, driven by its principal asset, the Cariocas, as the residents of Rio are known. Natural beauty is everywhere. The Tijuaca Forest, the world's largest urban forest, and one of the richest stretches of Atlantic coastline trimmed with famous beaches, such as Copacabana and Ipanema. Past and present cohabite peacefully with skyscrapers and old colonial buildings. Rio's history is told in song, in theatre, in the arts and culture of people with contagious happiness.
This happiness finds its greatest public expressions during the joyous outpourings Carnival four days of happy madness, one of the world's truly unique parties, which congregates two and a half million people on the Copacabana sands.
Are you interested to visit Rio de Janeiro during Carnival?

The Itinerary

DAY 1:
Arrival in Rio de Janeiro airport and transfer to your hotel in Copacabana Beach. Rest of the day at leisure.

DAY 2:
Half day excursion by cable car to the Sugar Loaf, on top of which we enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro. Rest of the day at leisure. (B).

DAY 3:
Half day guided tour of the Historic centre of Rio de Janeiro. Rest of the day at leisure. (B).

DAY 4:
Day at leisure. Transfer to the airport in due time, or continuation of your journey in Cartagena. (B).

Optional excursions

The above program is just an example of a basic journey. You can add as many nights as you want as well as excursions.

Tropical Islands tour (full day) After a 90 minutes drive to the charming fishing village of Itacuruca, you will board our traditional schooner for a cruise along the tropical islands of the Sepetiba Bay, ending with a lunch at a Tropical Island. (BL).
Cost: USD 45 / GBP 30 /EUR 50

Corcovado Mountain Half day excursion through beautiful scenic routes to the top of Corcovado Mountain (The Hunchback) 2,329 ft/715 m high and crowned by the famous statue of Christ, the Redeemer. After the unforgettable panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro we go back to the city.
Cost: USD 25 / GBP 17 /EUR 28

Tijuca Forest (half day): The Tijuca Forest is a beautiful native Atlantic forest (Mata Atlantica) in the middle of the city. You experience the fresh jungle atmosphere, observe wildlife, swim below waterfalls and visit a rainforest conservation center.
Cost: USD 45 / GBP 30 /EUR 50

Other excursions available: rafting, hang gliding, soccer game, samba show...

General Information

Rated: Easy.

The hotels below are just example. Any other hotesl available upon request.

	Debret Hotel (3*)		Miramar Palace (4*)		Meridien Hotel (5*)
Room type	SGL	DBL	SGL	DBL	SGL	DBL
USD	$ 434	$ 258	$ 592	$ 317	$ 849	$ 446
EUR	€ 360	€ 214	€ 491	€ 263	€ 704	€ 370
GBP	£ 243	£ 144	£ 331	£ 178	£ 475	£ 250

(*) Price last updated on 01 December 2003. Current price may vary due to elements out of our control, so please always check by sending us a quotation request .
(**) Triple rooms also available in some hotels

Included: Transfer airport/hotel/airport, accommodation, breakfasts, excursions with an English-speaking guide (other languages upon request), entrance fees


Not included: Lunches and diners, drinks, tips for guides and drivers

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