Arrive at the Argentinian side of Iguazu today and will be picked up by the tour guide upon arrival. Afterwards check into the hotel and rest.
Today we will arrive in Foz do Iguazu, and the tour guide will be waiting for your arrival at the airport.Free airport pick-up is provided for one trip on the day of joining the group (it is recommended to communicate with customer service staff in advance for specific flights before booking)。
After pick up,Head to the world’s widest waterfall—【Iguazu Falls】(Iguazu Falls), this waterfall is located on the border between Argentina and Brazil. It is a horseshoe-shaped waterfall, 82 meters high and 4 kilometers wide. It is a waterfall group composed of 275 waterfalls. It was listed as a World Natural Heritage by UNESCO in 1984. On November 12, 2011, the "New Seven Natural Wonders of the World" was announced, and Iguazu Falls was included on the list. What makes the waterfall unique is that there are many viewing points. You can see different scenes from different locations, directions and heights. The Iguazu Falls is so majestic that the roar of the waterfall can be heard 25 kilometers away. You can stroll along the mountain paths along the river throughout the scenic area, and then enter the water trestle to stand in front of the majestic waterfall and enjoy the wonderful natural scenery.
Reference flight: AD3002 IGURIO 16051820
Foz do Iguaçu Falls
The Iguazu National Park is shared by Brazil and Argentina and is one of the three largest waterfalls in the world. The Iguazu National Park in Argentina and the Iguazu National Principality in Brazil were listed as United Nations World Heritage Sites in 1984 and 1986 respectively. Iguazu Falls is actually a group of waterfalls, consisting of 275 large and small waterfalls or rapids, with a total width of 4 kilometers, 4 times wider than Niagara Falls, and an average drop of 60 meters to a maximum of 82 meters. The average annual flow rate is 1,750 cubic meters/second. During the rainy season, the maximum flow rate of the waterfall is 12,750 cubic meters/second. At this time, the large and small waterfalls also merge into a large horseshoe-shaped waterfall. Take a bus to visit the Itaipu Dam Project, the second largest hydroelectric power station in the world. This hydropower station is located 10 kilometers north of Iguazu City and was built on the Parana River at the junction of Brazil and Paraguay. The dam is a joint venture between Brazil and Paraguay. It is said to be able to provide nearly 40% of Brazil's and nearly 90% of Paraguay's electricity. It can be said to be one of the great projects in the field of dam engineering. Itaipu means a big singing stone in the Indian language. The dam was named after it was built on a small island called Itaipu.
TourIguazu Bird Garden, there are many giant bird cages up to 8 meters high in the bird park, allowing toucans, parrots, orioles and many other Brazilian species of birds to inhabit. There are 180 species and a total of 900 birds in the park. Guests can roam an approximately 1 kilometer long asphalt walkway and enter giant bird cages to view birds. A butterfly garden, hummingbird cages, and a reptile area with snakes and crocodiles are connected to the Environmental Conservation Center. More than half of the species in the bird park are threatened with extinction. Then take a flight torio de janeiro, check into the hotel and rest after arrival.
Itinerary: Rio de Janeiro Cathedral—Maracanã Football Stadium—Celeron Steps—Guanabara Beach
Visit in the morning【Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro】(Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro)and the world’s largest football stadium—【Maracana Football Stadium】(Estadio Mario Filho)(Appearance), the stadium was built in 1950 and once had a terrifying record of seating 200,000 people. It was later renovated and rebuilt into a new Maracana Stadium and became the final venue for the 2014 Brazil World Cup. It will also be the opening ceremony and football match venue for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Then go to[Selaron Steps](Approx. 10 minutes) Beginning in 1990, Chilean artist Jorge Celeron used colorful ceramic tiles, pottery shards and mirrors collected from 60 countries to pave a 250-step outdoor staircase that connects Rio de Janeiro's Lapa and San Tre neighborhoods. This step leads to a very famous photography spot in Rio. The National Geographic Channel, Playboy magazine, and many music videos of famous musicians such as U2 and Snoop Dogg have been shot here. Visit what has been called the most famous beach in the world【Guanabara Beach】(Guanabara Beach)Enjoy the coconut breeze and sea charm.
Go to[World War II Martyrs Monument Square]You can overlook the entire bay. Guanabara Bay is sparkling at night and dotted with white sails; the long beach beside the bay is dazzling with silver sand, tourists are like ants, and sun umbrellas are blooming like flowers; the wide seaside avenue stretches to the invisible end.
Warm reminder: Go for a walk on the beach. Since there are many tourists on the beach, please take care of your valuables.
Itinerary: Monte Cristo-Niterói Bridge-Sugar Loaf Mountain
After breakfast, arrange a ride to the summit【Monte Cristo Corcovado】(Corcovado Mountain), there is a huge one on the hill 【Christ the Redeemer】, this statue of Christ is 38 meters high, weighs 1145 tons, and stands with open arms on the 710-meter-high Mount Christ. After dark, the lights illuminate Monte Cristo. You can see Monte Cristo from almost any corner in the city, as if a huge white cross is suspended in the air, guarding the city. It was built to commemorate the success of the Brazilian independence movement and was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007. You can take a photo with the towering statue of Jesus with his hands outstretched.
You can also see from a distance of 16 kilometers【Nitroy Sea Bridge】(Nitroy Sea Bridge), in the rippling blue sea, on the seaside, at the foot of the mountain, various buildings are scattered and lined up in rows. Modern high-rise buildings and unique villas complement each other, and green football fields and verdant helicopter pads are dotted among them. Whether you are overlooking Monte Cristo or driving on this bridge, what you hear and see is full of flowers, trees and vitality.
After lunch, tour【Sugarloaf Mountain】(Sugarloaf Mountain)Located at the mouth of Guanabara Bay, it consists of two hills. Because its shape resembles a bread mold, it is named "Sugar Loaf Mountain" and is one of the symbols of Rio. Sugar Loaf Mountain is 396 meters high and offers panoramic views of Rio from the top. After taking the cable car to reach the peak, you will experience a 360º panoramic visual feast - the Flamenco Seaside Park to the north, the Copacabana Beach to the south; the Statue of Jesus Christ to the east is awe-inspiring, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west is vast.
After breakfast, free time, then transfer to the airport to end the trip.
Please note: Our staff only provides one free airport drop-off service from the hotel (please communicate with the customer service staff to confirm the specific time, other time periods require paid airport drop-off, please know)