Independent Rio de Janeiro City Stay with Brazil's Amazon & Buenos Aires
Independent Rio de Janeiro City Stay with Brazil's Amazon & Buenos Aires
Independent Rio de Janeiro City Stay with Brazil's Amazon & Buenos Aires
10 Days Starting in Manaus, Brazil and ending in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Visiting: Manaus, Amazon Jungle, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, South America
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ILR4-2025
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Independent Rio de Janeiro City Stay with Brazil's Amazon & Buenos Aires" tour. Begin your journey in Manaus, exploring its rich history and vibrant markets before cruising the awe-inspiring "Meeting of the Waters" in the Amazon. Stay at the Ecopark Jungle Lodge and immerse yourself in the jungle's flora and fauna, visit native villages, and experience the Monkey Jungle Reserve. Fly to Rio de Janeiro to marvel at the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue and enjoy the city's glamorous atmosphere. Conclude your trip in Buenos Aires, soaking in the culture and charm of Argentina's capital. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and urban exploration.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Manaus
Location: Manaus
Accommodation Name: Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus
• After arriving at your hotel, meet up for private city sightseeing to view vestiges of Manaus’ glory days during the rubber boom. Your first stop will be the famous opera house, built in 1896 with materials imported from Europe. Next, visit a bustling local market filled with regional foods and wares.
Day 2: Manaus,Amazon Jungle
Location: Manaus
Accommodation Name: Ecopark Jungle Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Today, your “Meeting of the Waters” cruise passes by the impressive British-built Customs House and the floating port. Cruise along the chocolate-hued Rio Negro to its confluence with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões, where the two rivers form the mighty Amazon. For four miles, the differently shaded bodies of water flow side by side and never mix! • After lunch on the river, explore a jungle island (water level permitting) with fascinating native flora and fauna. • Later this afternoon, arrive at the Ecopark Jungle Lodge, situated on the banks of the Rio Negro inside the Amazon rainforest.
Day 3: Amazon Jungle
Location: Amazon Jungle
Accommodation Name: Ecopark Jungle Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accompanied by a Naturalist, enjoy a guided jungle walk that introduces you to the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon. • After lunch, depart the lodge and sail up the river to visit a Caboclo’s native Amazon village to learn about their traditions, costumes, and culture. Also, try your hand at piranha fishing! • Later, visit the Monkey Jungle Reserve, where researchers work to rehabilitate captive primates and reintroduce them to the jungle. Here, you have the opportunity to see the feeding of spiders, squirrels, woolly, and capuchin monkeys. • This evening, maybe venture back out with your Naturalist via canoe into the flooded forest to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night. Keep watch for small alligators (and other night creatures)!
Day 4: Amazon Jungle,Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: Hilton Rio Copacabana
Meals Included: Breakfast
• This morning, depart your Amazon lodge for a flight to fabulous Rio. • Welcome to South America’s capital of glamour—Rio de Janeiro, where your Local Guide will be available with suggested activities during your free time.
Day 5: Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: Hilton Rio Copacabana
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Today, your private tour takes you to the Cosme Velho district, where you board a cog-wheel train that will take you through the lush tropical vegetation of Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain. This rounded peak rising 2,300 feet from the bay is one of the New7Wonders of the World and home to the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama, which affords sweeping views of the city and beaches below. • The afternoon and evening are at leisure. • Tonight, you may opt to join an outing to a fun churrascaria for a feast of barbecued meats that are marinated and roasted over charcoal in true Brazilian style.
Day 6: Rio De Janeiro
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Accommodation Name: Hilton Rio Copacabana
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7: Rio De Janeiro,Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation Name: Hotel Emperador
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Fly to Buenos Aires, meet your local guide, and transfer to your hotel.
Day 8: Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation Name: Hotel Emperador
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 9: Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation Name: Hotel Emperador
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 10: Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus, Ecopark Jungle Lodge, Hilton Rio Copacabana, and Hotel Emperador.
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Meals
Buffet breakfast daily; 2 lunches; 2 three-course dinners.
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Guided Tours
Private city sightseeing in Manaus, guided jungle walk in the Amazon, and private tour in Rio de Janeiro.
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Cruise
Meeting of the Waters cruise in the Amazon.
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Local Guide
Local guide available in Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires.
What's Not Included
Departures arriving on Sunday into Manaus will be unable to view the Opera House and Natural Science Museum as they are closed.
Meals
Buffet breakfast daily; 2 lunches; 2 three-course dinners
Notes
Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and include private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Local guide service is provied in Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires & a Naturalist in the Amazon. Intra-vacation flights not included but can be added. For the Amazon adventure, guests should be prepared for eco-lodging due to their remote nature in the rainforest. Further, guests should be prepared for sustained walking, possibly muddy conditions, and have the ability to jump in/out of small water crafts such as canoes and small fishing boats. Itinerary is subject to change in low or high water situations.
Accommodation
Manaus: Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus, Brazilian Amazon: Ecopark Jungle Lodge, Rio de Janeiro: Hilton Rio Copacabana, Buenos Aires: Hotel Emperador
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes flights between Manaus, Rio de Janeiro, and Buenos Aires, as well as a cruise along the Rio Negro and Amazon rivers.
Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect to see during the city sightseeing tour in Manaus?
During the city sightseeing tour in Manaus, you will view vestiges of Manaus' glory days during the rubber boom. The tour includes a visit to the famous opera house, built in 1896 with materials imported from Europe, and a bustling local market filled with regional foods and wares.
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What is the 'Meeting of the Waters' cruise?
The 'Meeting of the Waters' cruise is a journey that passes by the impressive British-built Customs House and the floating port. You will cruise along the chocolate-hued Rio Negro to its confluence with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões, where the two rivers flow side by side for four miles without mixing, forming the mighty Amazon.
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What activities are included during the stay at the Ecopark Jungle Lodge in the Amazon?
During your stay at the Ecopark Jungle Lodge, you will enjoy a guided jungle walk with a Naturalist to learn about the flora and fauna of the Amazon. You will also visit a Caboclo's native Amazon village to learn about their traditions and try piranha fishing. Additionally, you will visit the Monkey Jungle Reserve to see the feeding of various monkeys and have the opportunity to venture out at night via canoe to appreciate the sounds of the jungle and spot small alligators.
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What can I expect during the visit to Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro?
During the visit to Corcovado Mountain, you will board a cog-wheel train in the Cosme Velho district that takes you through the lush tropical vegetation of Tijuca Forest to the top of the mountain. At the top, you will see the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer and enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama with sweeping views of the city and beaches below.
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What happens on the day of arrival in Rio de Janeiro?
On the day of arrival in Rio de Janeiro, you will depart from your Amazon lodge and take a flight to Rio. Upon arrival, your Local Guide will be available to suggest activities during your free time.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
The accommodations during the tour include Hotel Blue Tree Premium Manaus in Manaus, Ecopark Jungle Lodge in the Brazilian Amazon, Hilton Rio Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro, and Hotel Emperador in Buenos Aires.
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Are there any special notes regarding the tour schedule?
Yes, departures arriving on Sunday into Manaus will be unable to view the Opera House and Natural Science Museum in Manaus as they are closed. Guests on these departures will be provided with alternate sightseeing options.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.