From Rainforest to Rhythm
Experience the thunder of Iguassu Falls and the pulse of Rio de Janeiro — two of Brazil's most iconic wonders, one unforgettable journey.
Brazil Bound
Day 1: Thursday, Sept. 24
Evening
Evening departures from home cities.
USA
A Day at the Falls
Day 3: Saturday, Sept. 26
Morning
7:00 AM–10:30 AM Breakfast at Ipê Restaurant at the Hotel.
9:40 - 3:30 PM Group Activity: Macuco Safari speedboat on the river.
Afternoon
Lunch at the hotel.
2:30 PM - 5:45 PM Optional buy-in: Helicopter ride over the Falls.
Evening
Welcome Reception & Dinner at the Hotel.
Iguassu Falls, Brazil
Sun, Sand & Copacabana
Day 5: Monday, Sept. 28
Morning
7:00 AM–11:00 AM Breakfast at Pérgula at the Hotel.
Morning at leisure.
Afternoon
Beach Day at Copacabana. Free day to enjoy the world-famous Copacabana beach — sun, sand and the iconic Rio waterfront promenade.
Evening
Dinner on own.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Samba, Soul & Rio
Day 7: Wednesday, Sept. 30
Morning
6:30 AM–10:30 AM Breakfast at Pérgula at the Hotel.
10:30 AM Meet in hotel lobby.
10:40 AM - 1:20 PM Carnaval Experience & Samba Dance Lesson (30-40 min transfer).
Afternoon
Lunch on own and remainder of afternoon at leisure.
Evening
6:00 PM Meet in hotel lobby.
6:20 PM Depart hotel
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM "The Wild Side of Rio: A Feathered Finale" Final Night Dinner at Casa das Canoas.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Arrive in Home Cities
Day 9: Friday, Oct. 2
Morning / Afternoon
Arrive in home cities
USA
Welcome to Iguassu
Day 2: Friday, Sept. 25
Morning
Arrive in Iguassu mid-morning.
Transfer to Belmond Hotel das Cataratas (30 min).
Check-in at the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas inside Iguassu National Park.
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Buffet lunch offered at Ipe Restaurant at Hotel das Cataratas.
Afternoon
Brazilian side of the Falls catwalks / sunset stroll.
Evening
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM Group Cocktail reception on Y Terrace at Hotel das Cataratas.
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Dinner arrangements this evening will follow the option selected during registration.
Iguassu Falls, Brazil
From Mist to Marvels
Day 4: Sunday, Sept. 27
Morning
7:00 AM–10:30 AM Breakfast at Ipê Restaurant at the Hotel.
7:00 AM Bag pull
8:00 AM Hotel check-out
8:30 AM Transfer to Foz do Iguaçu/Cataratas International Airport (IGU).
10:50 AM GOL Airlines flight G3 1552 departs IGU.
Afternoon
12:40 PM GOL Airlines flight G3 1552 arrives at Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport (GIG).
1:55 PM - 3:15 PM Lunch at Assador Rio's Churrascaria with views over Guanabara Bay.
3:20 PM - 5:00 PM Christ the Redeemer by private park vans through Tijuca Forest.
5:35 PM Check-in at Belmond Copacabana Palace.
Evening
Dinner on own.
Iguassu Falls to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio in Full View
Day 6: Tuesday, Sept. 29
Morning
6:30 AM–10:30 AM Breakfast at Pérgula at the Hotel.
9:00 AM Meet in hotel lobby
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Scenic Rio: Sugarloaf by 4x4 & Santa Teresa.
Afternoon
12:45 PM - 2:45 PM Lunch at Aprazível a charming Santa Teresa restaurant known for flavorful, thoughtfully sourced cuisine, a warm bohemian atmosphere, and breathtaking views over Rio.
3:20 PM Arrival back to the hotel.
Remainder of afternoon at leisure.
Evening
Dinner on own.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio at Your Own Pace
Day 8: Thursday, Oct. 1
Morning
6:30 AM–10:30 AM Breakfast at Pérgula at the hotel.
Optional buy-in activities available.
8:00 AM - 11:20 AM Hang Gliding
8:55 AM - 11:20 AM Guanabara Bay Cruise
8:55 AM - 11:30 AM Maracanã Stadium Tour
8:55 AM - 1:30 PM Jeep Tour through Tijuca Forest
Afternoon
12:00 PM Official hotel check-out.
Lunch on own.
Evening
Transfer to Rio de Janeiro/Galeão International Airport (GIG).
Depart Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
