Awe-inspiring Brazil tour with Iguazú Falls visit & Amazon stay

An epic Brazil adventure taking in enigmatic cities, tropical beaches, UNESCO’s Iguazú Falls, the mythical Amazon and more, including all travel, excursions and a choice of hotels

Who said you had to choose between nature and culture? This Brazilian adventure encompasses a generous helping of both, from city-slicking in Rio de Janeiro to golden beach life in Buzios, from witnessing the UNESCO-protected Iguazú Falls to exploring the tropical Amazon rainforest and yet more city exploration in cosmopolitan São Paulo.<br><br>You’ll begin in Rio de Janeiro, kicking off with plenty of sightseeing. Take a trip to the top of the Corcovado to see the famous Christ the Redeemer overlooking the city. Then descend from the lush hills for a visit to Maracanã football stadium and the Sambódromo, where the world-famous Rio Carnival takes place each year. You’ll have some time to wander at your own pace too – relax on the shores of iconic Ipanema, Copacabana and upmarket Leblon, before enjoying a caipirinha with a sunset view at one of the trendy rooftop bars.<br><br>Next, you’ll travel to Buzios, the chic peninsula beach resort that Brazilians and Argentines alike flock to for some tantalising rays, diving, snorkelling and more. After surfing the ocean on a schooner for a spate of exquisite beach-hopping, you’ll catch a flight to the UNESCO World Heritage-protected Iguazú Falls, to witness its mesmerising cascades from the Brazilian side. If you fancy seeing the whole story from the Argentinian side too (chargeable), you’ll embark on a train ride to the ‘Devil’s Throat’, where you’ll experience the thundering waterfalls from an 80-metre sheer drop – natural beauty at its breathtaking best.<br><br>The urban metropolis of Manaus, which sits right in the middle of the Amazon, is your next destination, where you’ll get an opportunity to explore its beauty at your leisure. Why not take a trip to Ponta Negra Beach or discover the contrast of the golden sands and black waters of Rio Negro – the largest blackwater river in the world, and an ideal place to watch the sun set. And of course, a stay here wouldn’t be complete without venturing to the tropical jungle itself, where you’ll have the option to take a nature hike, visit the local ‘monkey forest’ and embark on an after-dark canoe tour along the river.<br><br>Take things down a notch with a stay in the financial hub of Brazil, home to plenty of cultural delights and wonderful architecture; São Paulo. Opt for a city tour (chargeable) to uncover the many different facets of this dynamic city, from the Metropolitan Cathedral and Viaduto do chà, to the foodie haven of gourmet restaurants and bistros. Then it’s time to catch you flight back to the UK.<br><b><br>Brief itinerary</b><br><br><u>Days 1-3</u>: Rio de Janeiro<br><u>Days 4-6</u>: Buzios<br><u>Days 7-9</u>: Iguazú Falls<br><u>Day 10</u>: Manaus<br><u>Day 11-12</u>: The Amazon<br><u>Day 13-14</u>: São Paulo<br><u>Day 15</u>: Fly home to the UK