Amazon, Pantanal & Iguazu Falls Tour
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Manaus
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The Amazon Rainforest
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Jungle Excursions
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Foz do Iguassu
Get a taste of some of the most beautiful and historic cities in Minas Gerais
Summary
12 Days / 11 NightsOn our Colonial Gems & Historic Cities in Brazil Tour, get a taste of some of the most beautiful and historic cities in Brazil! Travel from the sixth largest city in Brazil, Belo Horizonte, to sweet, colonial towns such as Ouro Preto and Tiradentes, all the way to Rio de Janeiro, the marvelous city on the coast. Travelers are sure to experience a bit of everything Brazil has to offer on this one-of-a-kind cities in Brazil Tour. The highlights include trips to the amazing Inhotim open-air art museum, the baroque-style churches of Ouro Preto, Tiradentes and Congonhas, and of course the iconic sites throughout Rio de Janeiro such as Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer, Ipanema, Copacabana, and more! Looking to see more of Brazil? Any Brazil Tour can be seamlessly combined with other South American destinations. Simply ask one of our Expert Travel Consultants for suggestions on the best spots in Brazil to add-on to this historic tour, or consider adding on a different, nearby country!
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In the afternoon, if time permits, visit Sabará. Sabará is a colonial town, not far from Belo Horizonte. There are charming streets and squares, a few noticeable churches, and a historical museum. Then, return to Belo Horizonte for the night.
After enjoying Inhotim, head to the charming, colonial city Ouro Preto for the night. Check-in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure.
Early in the evening, visit Mariana, another cute but smaller historic town. Ride an antique cable car down one of the largest gold mines in the world that is open to visitors. Enjoy the underground tunnels and the blue lake at the bottom of the cave. Visitors are welcome to swim or cave dive here!
Then, spend the evening in Tiradentes city at your own leisure.
For travelers spending a weekend in Tiradentes, consider taking the steam locomotive to São João del Rei, a colonial center to 18th-century churches and religious art. While here, visit Igreja de São Francisco de Assis, Museu Regional São João del Rei, Catedral de NS do Pilar and more! Then, transfer back to the pousada in Tiradentes for the evening.
After finishing a visit at Petropolis, transfer to Rio de Janeiro.
In the afternoon, explore Historic Rio for a taste of Brazil history and culture. Transfer to the historic downtown area of Rio de Janeiro and walk along Avenida Rio Branco, featuring a newly pedestrianized area. See the Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts and more!
From Corcovado, take Paineiras road through the Tijuca forest, considered to be the largest urban forest in the world. Spot diverse species of birds, mammals, and exotic plants along the way. This tour includes a complete route of exploring the forest trails with stops at Chinese View, Taunays Waterfalls, and the Visitor Center!
Spend the evening at leisure.
After the cruise, consider visiting the surrounding Serra do Mar Mountains. While here, observe several natural preserves, including the Serra da Bocaina National Park, Serra do Mar State Park, the Park Reserve of Joatinga and the Environmental Protection Area of Cairucu. Then, return to Paraty and relax for the rest of the evening. There are often live music performers or dance shows in town that are perfect nightcap to a day of exploring.
Looking to see more of Brazil? Any Brazil Tour can be seamlessly combined with other South American destinations. Simply ask one of our Expert Travel Consultants for suggestions on the best spots in Brazil to add-on to this historic tour, or consider adding on a different, nearby country!
Rio de Janeiro
Tiradentes
São João del Rei
Ouro Preto
Inhotim
Belo Horizonte
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