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See our Tours to  Rio de Janeiro from $493 per person..!!

BRAZIL

Join us to discover Brazil, one of the most amazing countries in all Latin America, larger than the continental USA, where soccer, samba, spectacular sightseeing and 188 million friendly people await your visit.

From spectacular Rio de Janeiro, dynamic Sao Paulo, mighty Amazon, romantic Iguazzu Falls, historical Salvador Bahia and endless summertime will fascinate the fortunate traveler.

Brazil today offers a unique travel experience set in a warm, casual, safe enviroments, good food, drink, music, dance and fun...!

Rio de Janeiro 2008:  6 days/ 5 nights visiting "The Marvelous City"  from $493 per person.

Rio de Janeiro & Iguassu Falls  7 days/5 nights Visiting the one of the  Wonders of  the World -Iguazzu Falls- and the Carnival city "Rio de Janeiro"  inc.airfare via TAM AIRLINES.

Amazon Jungle & Rio de Janeiro 9 days/7nights Visiting the mighty Amazon Rain Forest -staying at the ARIAU JUNGLE TOWERS and  The Marvelous City of Rio de Janeiro

Rio, Iguassu & Salvador Bahia 11 days/9 nights

Amazon River Cruise : 8 days/7 nights cruising the mighty Amazon River aboard the Clipper

Brazil Golden Coast: 8 days/7 nights visiting Fortaleza and Recife

The Tucano river boat & Expedition: 9 days cruising the Amazon Rain forest & rivers.

The Great Brazilian Tour: 14 days/12 nights Visiting Rio, Iguazzu, Manaus & Salvador Bahia.

Absolutely Brazil !  20 days/18 nights Visiting Belo Horizonte, Ouro Pretto, Recife, Salvador Bahia, Manaus, Brasilia, Sao Paulo, Iguassu Falls and the Carnival City of the World "Rio de Janeiro"

Rio, Iguassu & Buenos Aires: (Best of the South Atlantic)  10 days/8 nights, Rio, Buenos Aires & Iguassu Falls  including airfare....Best value !

Rio and Buenos  Aires: (Samba & Tango) NEW ! 8 days  incl. airfare from Miami Visiting the best cities of the South Atlantic - Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro.

Rio Deluxe & Private: 8 days visiting Rio with private services

Rio's Carnival & New Years: 8 days/6 nights programs

Extension to Fernando de Noronha Island 

PLEASE BE ADVISE - The USA airport departure taxes, fuel surcharges and security...are going up every day.....some airlines are charging about $340 per person....we will advise you the exact cost at the time of placing reservations....

(For Trp acc. deduct $34 pp; Sgl.Supp add $493)

Departs Wednesday or Thursdays

DIRECT FLIGHTS VIA TAM AIRLINES

INCLUDING: Round trip airfare to Rio de Janeiro and Iguazzu Falls via TAM Airlines, 4 nights hotel SAVOY OTHON (a superb 3 star hotels located in Copacabana beach), 1 night in Iguazzu at hotel Bristol Carima, daily buffet breakfast, all transfers on arrival and departure. Tour of Corcovado and Tijuca Forest, tour of Iguazzu Falls, English speaking tour guide and entrance fees. 

Insurance, airport departure taxes -USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $259, from Brazil $36, and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

*SEASONS:

Rates valid until Dec.09 except ....from Jan. 02 to Mar.31 and Jun.15 to Aug.15 add $180 per person. Rates not valid from Dec.10  and Carnival. For Fri, Sat departures please add $60.00 per person.

SPECIAL AIR WITH TAM AIRLINES IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

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DAY 01 RIO:

Arrive in the Carnival City of the World -Rio de Janeiro where you will be met and transfer to hotel selected.

DAY 02. RIO DE JANEIRO:  

In the afternoon, your tour guide will take you up Corcovado peak, where imposing Statue of Christ The Redeemer overlooks Guanabara Bay, Rio and fabulous beaches, then -proceed to the beaches of Ipanema and Leblon.

DAY 03/04/05. RIO DE JANEIRO:  

Days at leisure to enjoy the beaches and explore this beautiful city on your own.

DAY 06 RIO-USA:  

Transfer to airport for your flight to USA.

INCLUDING:

Five nights hotel accommodations, daily buffet breakfast (BB), tour to Corcovado & the beaches, transfers on arrival and departure; English speaking tour guides. Assistance of our local representative.

NOT INCLUDED: 

Rates does not include airfare (see sample airfare under hotel rates); Brazil Airport tax $28; insurance, tips. Rates subject to change at any time. VISA REQUIRED

** SEASONS: This package is not available during Carnival and New Years dates -please call for rates (EP=no breakfast; BB=buffet breakfast)

SAMPLE AIRFARE VIA AMERICAN or TAM AIRLINES:

From Miami $790-1060 (depending on season and availability): Add $150 from CHI, BOS, EWR, NYC or WAS;  Add $200 from ATL; Add $250 from LAX, SFO, Zone 1 & Zone 3; Add $280 from DFW, HOU & Zone 4; Add $350 from Zone 2, 5 & 6; Add $370 from SJU  . 

AMERICAN AIRLINES ZONES:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

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This package is not available during Carnival and New Years dates. 

VISA REQUIRED TO ENTER BRAZIL

DEPOSIT/FINAL PAYMENTS:  

$100 deposit.

Final payment is due 45 days before departure.

Half day tour to Sugar Loaf    US$57.00

Half day tour to Petropolis      US$57.00

Full day Tropical Island w/lunch and transportation   US$97.00

Night tour with dinner and Samba show US$$125.00

Samba & Tango Cities

Visit the best cities of the South Atlantic - Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro 

8 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS 

Daily departures - Locally hosted

DAY 01. USA-BUENOS AIRES:  

Departs Miami, New York, Atlanta or Los Angeles for your overnight flight to Buenos Aires. (Ask for add-ons from other cities in U.S.A and Canada)

DAY 02. BUENOS AIRES: 

Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, you will be met and accompanied to your hotel. PM sightseeing city tour of Buenos Aires, visiting May Square, Palermo Park, Colon Theater, The Presidential Palace and many other interesting sites of old and new Buenos Aires. (B)

DAY 03-04 BUENOS AIRES: 

Days at leisure to visit famous Florida Street for leather buys or take an optional tour. (B)

DAY 05. BUENOS AIRES - RIO DE JANEIRO: 

Transfer to the airport for departure flight. Upon arrival in Rio, transfer to your hotel. (BB)

DAY 06. RIO DE JANEIRO: 

AM sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro, then to Sugar Loaf, which has become one of Rio’s most recognizable landmarks. You will make the ascent by cable car to photograph the awe-inspiring views. Afternoon at leisure. (BB)

DAY 07. RIO DE JANEIRO: 

Days at leisure to enjoy the beaches of Ipanema, Leme or Copacabana, the sidewalk cafes and the Rio night life. (BB)

DAY 08. RIO DE JANEIRO - USA: 

Transfer to the airport for your flight to USA. (BB)

INCLUDING:  

Daily breakfast* in Rio and Buenos Aires. Half day tour to Sugar Loaf. Hotel accommodations of your choice for 3 nights in Buenos Aires, 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro with room taxes and service charges of 10% & 20%. Half day city tour of Buenos Aires. Transfers on arrival and departure including baggage handling and tips to airport porters in Rio and Buenos Aires · English speaking tour guides. AIRFARE VIA TAM AIRLINES FROM MIAMI.

Rates does not include USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $235...Brazil Airport tax $36; B.Aires $20; insurance, tips. Rates subject to change at any time. VISA REQUIRED TO ENTER BRAZIL

Includes AIRFARE VIA MIAMI AIRLINES FROM MIAMI or NEW YORK 

(Add $130 from N.YORK and $250 from L.ANGELES  )

3star Hotels: Savoy, Royalty (Rio); Dela Paix, Regis (Bue)

4star Hotels: Leme Palace, Miramar (Rio); America Towers, Pestana (Bue)

5star Hotels: Marriott, Sofitel (Rio); Marriott, Sheraton (Bue)

Special rates apply for Christmas, New Year and Carnival. *During Oct & Nov please add US$100 for Dbl or Trp and $200 for Sgl. for 5 star hotel category only.

*5 Star Hotels in Rio do not include breakfast

From July 01 to Aug.04 add $120 per person and from Dec.10 to Jan.13 add $250 to all rates. Hotel rates do not apply for New Years, Carnival and Christmas.

Deposits:

$250 per person at the time of booking.

Final Payment:

60 days before departure. 

BEST OF THE SOUTH ATLANTIC

Rio, Buenos Aires & Iguassu Falls

DAY 01. USA-BUENOS AIRES:  

Departs Miami, New York, Atlanta or Los Angeles for your overnight flight to Buenos Aires. (Ask for add-ons from other cities in U.S.A )

DAY 02. BUENOS AIRES: 

Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, you will be met and accompanied to your hotel.  Afternoon half-day tour around South America’s most elegant capital. On the way we will see Plaza de Mayo and the buildings that surround it: Casa Rosada (Government House), Cabildo (Old City Hall), The City Hall. Then, on to see the monumental Congress Building and its Square and along 9 de Julio Ave., the widest in the world, to see the Colon Theater, famous Opera House that stages the most important artists and musicians from all over the world. We will also visit San Telmo, Puerto Madero, Palermo Park with jacaranda and palo borracho trees which flower in spring and late summer, the polo field and the race track and the historical Recoleta Cemetery with its ornate memorials (B)

DAY 03-04. BUENOS AIRES: 

Days at leisure to visit famous Florida Street for leather buys or take an optional tour. (B)

DAY 05. BUENOS AIRES - IGUASSU: 

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguassu Falls (argentinian side airport) . Transfer to the brazilian side with stopover at the argentinian side of the falls. Overnight Hotel selected in the Brazilian side. (B)

DAY 06 IGUASSU: 

Morning tour of the falls (brazilian side)  -a never-to-be forgotten spectacle of 275 cataracts, literally miles of water hurtling over precipices higher than a 30-story building. Afternoon at leisure (B)

DAY 07. IGUASSU - RIO DE JANEIRO: 

Transfer to the Brazilian airport for departure flight. Upon arrival in Rio, transfer to your hotel. (BB)

DAY 08. RIO DE JANEIRO: 

Morning sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro, then to Sugar Loaf, which has become one of Rio’s most recognizable landmarks. You will make the ascent by cable car to photograph the awe-inspiring views. Afternoon at leisure. (BB)

DAY 09. RIO DE JANEIRO: 

Day at leisure to enjoy the beaches of Ipanema or Copacabana, the sidewalk cafes and the Rio night life. (BB)

DAY 10. RIO DE JANEIRO - USA: 

Transfer to the airport for your flight to USA. (BB)

INCLUDING:  

Daily breakfast daily in Rio and Buenos Aires. Half day tour to Sugar Loaf. Hotel accommodations of your choice for 3 nights in Buenos Aires, 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro and 2 night in Iguassu Falls including room taxes and service charges of 10% & 20%. Half day city tour of Buenos Aires. Transfers on arrival and departure including baggage handling and tips to airport porters in Rio, Buenos Aires and Iguassu. · English speaking tour guides. AIRFARE via American or TAM Airlines from Miami to Buenos Aires and from Rio to Miami. (internal airfare B.Aires-Iguassu-Rio via Aerolineas Argentinas in combination with Tam Airlines or similar).

NOT INCLUDED: 

Rates does not include USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $235...Brazil Airport tax $28, Argentinian airport departure tax $30; insurance, tips. Rates subject to change at any time.

*AIR- Land Tour Rates from Miami

(See add-ons from more than 100 USA cities below)

3star Hotels:

Savoy, Royalty (Rio); Regis (Bue); San Martin-Brazilian side (IGU)

4star Hotels:

Regente, Miramar (Rio) America Towers,Pestana (Bue);Bourbon Brazilian side  (IGU)

5star Hotels:

Marriott, Sofitel  (Rio) Marriott, Sheraton (Bue); Das Cataratas (IGU) 

Add $150 from or N.York, Boston, Newark, Washington;  Add $270 from LAX, SFO; Add $300 from DALLAS, & Zone 3 & 5; Add $250 from ATL & Zone 1, 2; Add $350 from CHI, HOU, SJU & ZONE 4, 6.

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

*Seasons:

From June 15 to Aug.15 add $100 per person and from Dec.10 to 31 add $300 to all rates. Hotel rates do not apply for N.Years or Carnival in Rio.

Deposits:

$250 per person at the time of booking.

Final Payment:

60 days before departure. 

PLEASE CALL US at 1-800-327-0080 or e-mail us at tara@taratours.com

AMAZON RIVER CRUISE

Aboard The M/V Amazon Clipper

For the Adventuresome Only !

8 Days-7 Nights

Independent departure -  Locally hosted

DAY 1 TUE. MIAMI-MANAUS: 

Depart from Miami for Manaus "Capital of the Amazon". Arrive and transfer to hotel selected.

DAY 2 WED. MANAUS-CRUISE: 

Morning departure to board the M/V Clipper - a typical 3 deck river boat with 8 double cabins (air conditioned), each with private shower and toilet. All meals are buffet style. The boat will cruise down the Negro River and its tributaries for some bird watching. At night, briefing on the Amazon Region and next day activities. (L, D)

DAY 3 THU. RIVER CRUISE: 

Today, the boat will cruise the Anavilhanas Archipelago for a canoe trip through the lagoon and creeks. Time to observe the flora and fauna of the area, then visit the village of Novo Airao. (BB, L, D)

DAY 4 FRI. RIVER CRUISE: 

Visit to a Caboclo house to see at first hand what life is about in this part of the rain forest. Afternoon will be dedicated to a jungle walk and some bird watching. (B, L, D)

DAY 5 SAT. CRUISE-MANAUS: 

After breakfast, you will see "The Meeting of the Waters" where the Negro River and its black waters meet the brown waters of the Amazon River. Arrive Manaus and transfer to your hotel. (B)

DAY 6 SUN. MANAUS: 

Half day private sightseeing tour of Manaus - bustling city in the depths of the Amazon jungle. Then, a visit to the imposing Opera House, where the immortal Enrico Carusso performed. You will also visit the regional Indian Museum. (BB)

DAY 7 MON. MANAUS: 

At leisure to explore Manaus on your own and see the beautiful buildings from the rubber boom era (1890-1902). (BB)

DAY 8 TUE. MANAUS: 

Day at leisure until transfer to the airport for flight to Miami (midnight) via TAM Airlines. (BB)

INCLUDING: Meeting and private transfer service, including tips for handling luggage at airports or ports. Hotel accommodations (as selected), including taxes and service charges of 10% (4 nights in Manaus). Meals (including breakfasts, lunches and dinners as marked (BB, L, D). Sightseeing tour as mentioned in itinerary. Your river cruise for 4 days/3 nights aboard the "Amazon Clipper", a typical jungle boat including all meals and shore excursions.

NOT INCLUDED: Airport departure taxes, passports, visas. Tips to tour guides. Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and any other items of personal nature. Insurance. Airfare. USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $259.

2008 LAND TOUR COST: per person

Plus airfare from Miami - Aproximate cost from Jan. 11 to Jun. 20 and Aug. 08 to Dec. 09, US$794-$994 and from Jun. 21 to Aug. 07 and Dec. 10 to Jan.10 is about US$1200-1700.

Airfare via TAM Airlines is subject to change at any time. Please add U.S.A. departure tax of US$232.00. Visa required for U.S.A. citizens.

DEPOSITS: Deposit of US$200.00 per person due within 7 days of verbal confirmation. Full payment due 45 days before departure.

Daily Departures

INCLUDING:

Round trip airfare from MIAMI to Rio de Janeiro via American or TAM Airlines, 5 night deluxe hotels  (see hotels belw) daily buffet breakfast, private transfers on arrival and departure, private tour to Corcovado, private tour to Sugar Loaf and the beaches of Rio with an English speaking tour guide. Assistance of our local representative during your stay in Rio de Janeiro.  (Extra nights available upon request)

Rates per person:

** SEASONS: From Jan.02 to Mar.31 and  Jun.18 to Aug.15, add $100 pp; from Dec.09 to 26.... add $200 to all rates. This package is not available during Carnival and New Years dates -please call for rates

ADD-ONS  VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES: For same package add $200 from CHI, BOS, EWR, NYC or WAS;  Add $180 from ATL; Add $250 from LAX, SFO, Zone 1 & Zone 3; Add $230 from DFW, HOU & Zone 4; Add $310 from Zone 2, 5 & 6; Add $370 from SJU  . 

AMERICAN AIRLINES ZONES:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

NOT INCLUDED: 

Rates does not include USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $259...Brazil Airport tax $20; insurance, tips. Rates subject to change at any time. VISA REQUIRED

DEPOSITS: US$150,00 per person at the time of booking. Final payment is due 45 days before departure.

INSURANCE: Through Insure America, cost for this program starts at US$200. Please see information on the Insurance section.

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BRAZIL’S GOLDEN COAST

Visiting Fortaleza and Recife

8 Days- 7 nights

Independent departures - Locally hosted

Day 01 MIAMI-FORTALEZA: 

Depart Miami via TAM Brazilian Airlines for Fortaleza, Brazil. Upon arrival transfer to hotel selected.

Day 02 -FORTALEZA: 

Sightseeing tour of Fortaleza visiting the city center. Castelo Branco Ave. Regatas Club, the Abolition Palace and many other points of interest plus a visit to beaches of Futuro and Iracema.(BB).

Day 03 FORTALEZA: 

Day at leisure to explore Fortaleza on your own or just enjoy the beaches.

Day 04 FORTALEZA-RECIFE: 

Transfer to airport for flight to Recife. Arrive and transfer to the airport (BB).

Day 05 RECIFE: 

Morning sightseeing tour of Recife, often called the "Venice of Brazil", including all major points of interest and the colonial neighborhood of Olinda.(BB).

Day 06 & 07 RECIFE: 

Days at leisure to enjoy Recife on your own.

Day 08 RECIFE-USA 

Transfer to airport for departure flight to Miami,  or New York. (BB).

INCLUDING:  

Meeting and transfer service, including tips for handling luggage at airports. Tours as noted including entrance fees with English speaking tour guides. Hotel accommodations (as selected) including tax and service charges for 7 nights. Meals included are marked BB = Brazilian Breakfast; L = Lunch and D = Dinner. AIRFARE VIA TAM FROM MIAMI (see add-on from N.YORK & L.ANGELES BELOW)

NOT INCLUDED: 

Rates does not include USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $259 ...Brazil Airport tax $28; insurance, tips. Rates subject to change at any time. VISA REQUIRED TO ENTER BRAZIL

2008 RATES

PER PERSON INCL. AIRFARE VIA TAM FROM MIAMI

THE GREAT GRAND BRAZIL TOUR

Visiting Iguassu Falls, Manaus, Salvador Bahia and Rio de Janeiro

14 Days-12 Nights

Independent departures - Locally hosted

Departs from Miami, New York, Los Angeles, Miami

(See add-ons from more than 100 USA cities below)

Day 01 USA-SAO PAULO-IGUASSU:  

Overnight flight from USA to Sao Paulo for immediate connection to Iguassu Falls. 

DAY 02 IGUASSU: 

Arrive and transfer to hotel Das Cataratas. Afternoon tour of one of the wonders of the world. You’ll see more than 275 separate falls, literally tons of water hurtling over precipices higher than a 30 story building. (BB)

DAY 03 IGUASSU:

At leisure to explore the area on your own or take one of the optional exciting boats rides around the falls...or visit the famous Itaipu Damm providing electricity to Brazil, Paraguay & Argentina. (B)

DAY 04 IGUASSU -MANAUS: 

Transfer to the airport for flight to Manaus "Capital of the Brazilian Amazon" You will be met and taken to hotel selected for the night. (BB)

DAY 05 MANAUS: 

Full day excursion to see the "Meeting of the Waters" where the Negro River meets the Amazon River traveling together for miles without mixing their waters; continue for "dugout"canoe trip through the flooded jungle, called "Igarapes" and "Igapos" where you will see the huge famous "Victoria Regias" (Amazon water lilies). (BB,L).

DAY 06 MANAUS -SALVADOR BAHIA:  

Depart for Salvador Bahia -first Capital of Brazil. Arrive Bahia about mid-day and transfer to hotel selected. Balanced of day at leisure.

DAY 07 SALVADOR BAHIA:  

Morning city tour of Salvador Bahia also, call city of churches. Other highlights include the Museum of Sacred Art and the Mercado Modelo for Afro-Brazilian handicraft, then visit the beautiful beaches. (BB)

DAY 08 SALVADOR BAHIA:  

At leisure to explore this magnificent city and first Capital of Brazil, more than 300 churches are in the colonial part of Salvador and lots of beautiful buildings from the late 1800's. Lots of Afro-Brazilian history and customs in this city. (BB)

DAY 09 SALVADOR BAHIA-RIO DE JANEIRO:  

Noon transfer to the airport for flight to Rio de Janeiro "The Carnival City of the World" with transfer to your hotel. (BB)

DAY 10 RIO DE JANEIRO:  

Morning tour to see imposing Statue of Christ the Redeemer atop the Corcovado Peak, overlooking Guanabara Bay, Rio and fabulous beaches. (BB)

DAY 11 RIO DE JANEIRO:  

Morning tour to Pao de Azucar, a 1,300 foot high mass that has become one of Rio’s most recognizable landmarks. We make the ascent by cable car to photograph the awe-inspiring views. (BB)

DAY 12-13 RIO DE JANEIRO:  

Days at leisure to enjoy the famous beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema, Botafogo or take an optional tour to Petropolis, Buzios and more. (BB)

DAY 14 RIO DE JANEIRO-MIAMI/NEW YORK/LOS ANGELES OR CHICAGO: 

Day at leisure until transfer to the airport for your return flight to U.S.A. (Room paid until 6 PM). (BB)

DAY 15 ARRIVE USA.

INCLUDING: Round trip airfare from Miami to Rio de Janeiro via American or TAM Airlines. Meeting and transfer service in all cities including tips for handling luggage at airports. Tours as noted including entrance fees with English speaking tour guides. Hotel accommodations (as selected) including tax and service charges for 12 nights. Meals included are marked BB =Breakfast; L = Lunch and D = Dinner.

NOT INCLUDED:   

Rates does not include USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $259 ...Brazil Airport tax $28; insurance, tips. Rates subject to change at any time. VISA REQUIRED TO ENTER BRAZIL

**2008 AIR-LAND TOUR COST (Rates per person)         

HOTELS USED: In Iguassu: Hotel Tropical Cataratas

4 Stars Hotels:Novotel (Manaus), Miramar (Rio), Pestana (Salvador)

5 Stars Hotels:Tropical (Manaus), Marriott (Rio), Marriott Resort Suites (Salvador)

** SEASONS: From Jun.18 to Aug.15, add $100 pp; from Dec.07 to 26,  add $200 to all rates. From Jan.02 to Mar.31, 2007 add $100 pp. This package is not available during Carnival and New Years dates.

ADD-ONS  VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES: For same package add $100 from CHI, BOS, EWR, NYC or WAS;  Add $180 from ATL; Add $200 from LAX, SFO, Zone 1 & Zone 3; Add $230 from DFW, HOU & Zone 4; Add $310 from Zone 2, 5 & 6; Add $370 from SJU  . 

AMERICAN AIRLINES ZONES:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

DEPOSIT/FINAL PAYMENTS: $250 deposit per person at the time of booking. Final Payment is due 45 days before departure.

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ABSOLUTELY BRAZIL !

Visiting Belo Horizonte, Ouro Pretto, Recife, Salvador Bahia, Manaus, Brasilia, Sao Paulo, Iguassu Falls and the Carnival City of the World "Rio de Janeiro"

20 Days-18 Nights
Independent departures - Locally hosted
Daily Departures from Miami, N.York or Los Angeles
(See add-ons from more than 100 USA cities below)

Day 01 USA-SAO PAULO: 

Depart USA for overnight flight to Brazil.
DAY 02 SAO PAULO
Arrive in Sao Paulo early morning and transfer to hotel selected. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Sao Paulo -one of the largest cities in the planet with more than 16 million people- visiting residential districts, stadiums, Governor's Palace, University Campus, Ibirapuera Park and Monuments, a special visit to Butantan Institute to appreciate a "Snake milking" demonstration and to visit its museum. Also drive through the old and modern downtown and the oriental district -S.Paulo has the largest Japanese colony leaving outside Japan with more than 1 million japanese people.....
DAY 03 SAO PAULO-IGUAZZU
Transfer to the airport for flight to Iguazzu Falls. Arrive and transfer to hotel Das Cataratas. (BB)
DAY 04 IGUASSU: 
Morning tour of one of the wonders of the world. You’ll see more than 275 separate falls, literally tons of water hurtling over precipices higher than a 30 story building. Afternoon free to explore this National Park on your own. (BB)
DAY 05 IGUASSU-BRASILIA 
Morning transfers.Afternoon tour of the "City of Tomorrow" including Dawn Palace, Congress Building, Cathedral, residential and commercial areas.(BB)
DAY 06 BRASILIA-MANAUS
Transfer to the airport for flight to Manaus (via Sao Paulo) "Capital of the Brazilian Amazon" You will be met and transfer to the Ariau Jungle Lodge (incl. all meals at the lodge).
ABOUT ARIAU JUNGLE TOWER
35 Miles from Manaus, in the middle of the jungle,on the Rio Negro and Ariau creek, and near to the Anavilhana Islands, the world's largest floating archipelago. A rustic tree top lodge, surrounded by luxuriant rain forest; 66 rooms with private facilities and few suites in the bush and even Tarzan's house on top of a 28 meter high tree. There is also a bar, restaurant and a tower of 35 meters high, with a magnificent view of the Rio Negro and surrounding forest. All meals and shore excursions are included as well as jungle treks, piranha fishing, alligator spotting and sunrise tours. (B,D)
DAY 07 ARIAU JUNGLE LODGE: 
After breakfast, get ready for some jungle hike and exploration of the Amazon rain forest. Afternoon reconnaissance tour by motorized canoe with visit to local native's home. After dinner Caiman spotting by moonlight . (B,L,D)
DAY 08 ARIAU JUNGLE LODGE
After Breakfast, depart by motorized canoe to explore the flooded forest. As we leave Ariau Creek and approach the Rio Negro we get closer to the mouth of the Anavilhanas Archipelago, largest fresh water grouping of islands in the world. Here the river becomes an ocean at 17 miles from shore to shore. Pink dolphins splashing from the water create a magical landscape. As we enter the flooded forest or igapo and the motor is turned off, for better obsevation of the forest, vines, lianas, bromeliads, butterflies. Return to the lodge.
After lunch we will try some piranha fishing for some excitment. (B,L,D)
DAY 09 MANAUS-RECIFE:
Transfer to the airport for flight to Recife -known in Brasil as the "City of Waters. Arrive and transfer to hotel selected.
DAY 10 RECIFE
Morning sightseeing tour of Recife,including all major points of interest and the colonial neighborhood of Olinda.Afternoon at leisure. (BB)
DAY 11 RECIFE-SALVADOR:
Arrive Bahia about mid-day and transfer to hotel selected. 
DAY 12 SALVADOR: 
Morning city tour of Salvador Bahia also, call city of churches. Other highlights include the Museum of Sacred Art and the Mercado Modelo for Afro-Brazilian handicraft, then visit the beautiful beaches. (BB)
DAY 13 SALVADOR BAHIA: 
At leisure to explore this magnificent city and first Capital of Brazil, more than 300 churches are in the colonial part of Salvador and lots of beautiful buildings from the late 1800's. Lots of Afro-Brazilian history and customs in this city. (BB)
DAY 14 SALVADOR-BELO HORIZONTE-OURO PRETTO
Arrive and transfer to the historical city of Ouro Pretto. P. Belo Horizonte is the 3rd. largest city in Brazil with 21/2 million inhabitants. Overnight in Ouro Pretto.
DAY 15 OURO PRETTO
Full day tour of Ouro Preto which is the most important historical center of Brazil. Its baroque style has been preserved since the 1700’s. Gold was first found there in 1669 and the gold rush reached its peak between 1725 and 1750. Its churches, bridges, places and museums reflect the immense wealth of that period. Birthplace of Antonio Francisco Lisboa the Little Cripple, architect and sculptor whose works are the finest in Brazil. Brazil was then a colony of Portugal. Interesting visits will be made to. (BB,L)
DAY 16 OURO PRETTO- B.HORIZONTE-RIO DE JANEIRO:
Transfer to the airport for flight to Rio de Janeiro "The Carnival City of the World" with transfer to your hotel. (BB) 
DAY 17 RIO DE JANEIRO: 
Morning tour to see imposing Statue of Christ the Redeemer atop the Corcovado Peak, overlooking Guanabara Bay, Rio and fabulous beaches. Afternoon tour to Pao de Azucar, a 1,300 foot high mass that has become one of Rio’s most recognizable landmarks. We make the ascent by cable car to photograph the awe-inspiring views. (BB)
DAY 18 RIO DE JANEIRO:
Full day excursion to Rio's famous summer resort on the Organ Mountains, only 90 minutes away from your hotel, with its cobblestone streets and horse drawn buggies. Visit the Emperor's Palace, where the Imperial Museum houses the crown jewels, the Cathedral with the royal tombs and the Goat Square with its mini zoo. This city will bring you back into Brazilian history, its traditions and habits where the Portuguese culture and an imperial environment are still alive. (BB & LUNCH)
DAY 19 RIO DE JANEIRO
Day at leisure. (BB & FAREWELL DINNER AT THE HOTEL)
DAY 20 RIO DE JANEIRO-SAO PAULO-MIAMI
Day at leisure until transfer to the airport for your return flight to U.S.A. (BB)

INCLUDING: 
Round trip airfare from Miami to Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro via American or Tam Airlines. Meeting and transfer service in all cities including tips for handling luggage at airports. Tours as noted including entrance fees with English speaking tour guides. Hotel accommodations (as selected) including tax and service charges for 18 nights. Meals included are marked BB =Breakfast; L = Lunch and D = Dinner. Local airfares via Tam or Gol Airlines (SAO-BHZ-SSA-REC-MAO-BSB-SAO-IGU-RIO)

NOT INCLUDED: 

Rates does not include USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $259 ...Brazil Airport tax $28; insurance, tips. Rates subject to change at any time. VISA REQUIRED TO ENTER BRAZIL

**2008 AIR-LAND TOUR COST (Rates per person)