DAY 1: RIO
Arrival in Rio de Janeiro. Reception and transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure.
DAY 2: RIO DE JANEIRO-CORCOVADO-HISTORIC RIO
After breakfast, we will have a full day tour including Corcovado and a historical tour – lunch included.
We will depart from the hotel at 09:00 to visit Christ the Redeemer. One of Brazil’s most important monuments and one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, located at the top of Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, the monument is 30 meters high (not including the pedestal, which adds 8 meters) and its outstretched arms measure 28 meters. Inaugurated in 1931, after a process that lasted approximately nine years, it was conceived by Father Pedro Maria Boss and designed by engineer Hector da Silva Costa, with the collaboration of French sculptor Paul Landowski.
On the historical tour, you’ll get to know old Rio and have the opportunity to explore the cultural side of this beautiful city. Rio is also a city with a glorious and honorable past that is definitely worth exploring. This privileged tour of colonial Rio highlights the hidden, preserved, and authentic Rio, with notable sites such as the old Lapa neighborhood, with its famous aqueduct arches; Plaza 15, Rio’s historic center, home to the restored Royal Palace and the Historical Museum; the imposing Candelaria Church; and the São Bento Monastery, considered the city’s richest historic building. It also includes Rio’s financial heart, Rio Branco Avenue, and Cinelandia Square, home to the magnificent Municipal Theater.
Free evening
DAY 3: RIO DE JANEIRO-SUGARLOAF
After breakfast, we will have a half-day tour including Sugarloaf Mountain.
Sugarloaf Mountain, comprised of two peaks: Urca and Sugarloaf, are connected by a double-decker cable car. The first stop offers views of the bay, the forest, and Copacabana, while the final climb offers panoramic views of the city and the coast. Both locations offer breathtaking views, making them must-see attractions.
Free afternoon.
Departure from the hotel at 19:00 – Dinner and a Show at the Roxy Dinner Show
The Roxy Dinner Show is a new and unique experience in Rio de Janeiro that combines a delicious dinner with music and dancing. Located in the heart of the Copacabana neighborhood, the event offers an evening of high-quality entertainment, ideal for those seeking a fun and cultural experience. During the show, you’ll enjoy an engaging performance that combines Brazilian music with vibrant dance routines, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere.
DAY 4: RIO DE JANEIRO-CUIABÁ (Pantanal Entrance)
Transfer to Rio airport for your departure flight. Arrival in Cuiabá and transfer to the Araras Lodge. 4-night programs include: Transfers: Cuiabá Airport- Araras Eco Lodge-Cuiabá Airport.
Full board and numerous nature observation activities, filled with encounters with the Pantanal’s flora, fauna, and culture.
During your stay, you will enjoy up to three activities: one in the early morning, one in the afternoon, one in the evening, and one after dinner. These activities include: Area reconnaissance: This is the first activity, where you will be informed about the history, concepts, and surroundings of the guesthouse.
We will visit the alligator stream, where visitors can interact safely and intimately with one of the most prominent symbols of the Pantanal. Next, we’ll visit the BARARA, where you’ll have the opportunity to interact with local farmers and ranchers. You can observe numerous capybaras, curassows, and a host of other wildlife.
HIKING THE PANTANEIRA TRAILS:
This tour offers the most intimate contact with the environment, reinforcing the ecological focus of the activity. During the dry season, there are more than 20 km of trails. In the water, walkways suspended 1.5 meters above the ground allow for a safe and pleasant walk.
HORSEBACK RIDING:
The most traditional way to explore the Pantanal. Visitors have the opportunity to explore difficult-to-access areas, and it is common to witness the harmonious coexistence of livestock and wildlife. The tour is conducted at a walking pace, adapting to the limitations of beginners while maintaining a level of safety and comfort.
CANOEING:
This allows you to discover the riverbanks in silence, facilitates greater integration, and does not require great physical effort, as it is an activity that takes place in areas without currents.
PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARI:
This tour, conducted in specially adapted open vehicles, allows access to more remote areas and, thanks to its altitude, facilitates wildlife observation along the Pantanal and Transpantaneira roads.
NIGHT WATCHING:
Offers the opportunity to observe nocturnal animals.
NIGHT WALK:
Observe nocturnal animals, gain greater contact with the sounds of the night, and observe stars and other celestial bodies.
DAY 08: CUIABA-RIO-OUT
Transfer to Cuiabá airport in time for your flight to Rio. Arrival and connection to your next flight to your next destination. End of services!
