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Day 1 Brisbane - Buenos Aires
This complex, energetic, and seductive port city houses approximately one third of Argentina's population and has been the gateway to Argentina for centuries. Portenos, as the multinational people of Buenos Aires are known, possess an elaborate and rich cultural identity. The national dance, the tango, is perhaps the best expression of the Argentinian spirit - practiced in dance halls, parks, open plazas, and ballrooms, it is a dance of intimate separation and common rhythm, combining both an elegant reserve and an exuberant passion. |
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TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 - Thursday, March 3
Depart Brisbane (TBC). Arrive Buenos Aires (1pm)
Your journey begins with an overnight stay in Buenos Aires, the “Paris of South America”. In the afternoon we explore the city. In the evening, enjoy an entertaining Tango cabaret with dinner. | | |
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Day 2 Buenos Aires - Rio de Janeiro
Located between fabulous beaches and an exquisite bay on one side, and a dramatically steep mountain range on the other, Rio de Janeiro is one of the world's most beautiful cities. The locals' pet name for their colourful home is "Cidade Maravilhosa" (Marvelous City). Discovered in 1502 by the Portuguese, Rio became the capital of Brazil in 1822, a title that was transferred to Brasilia in 1960. Today, however, many argue that Rio remains Brazil's emotional capital - its heart, and its soul. From the trendy bars that invented the "lambada" to the enormous celebration of samba during Carnival - Rio is a sensual feast. |
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TOUR ITINERARY
Day 2 - Friday, March 4
Depart Buenos Aires (4.20pm). Arrive Rio de Janeiro (7.20pm)
Free day to explore in Buenos Aires. Arrive in magnificent Rio, home to the world’s most famous carnival. | | |
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Day 3 Rio de Janeiro
The statue of Christ the Redeemer, located at the top of Rio de Janeiro's Corcovado Mountain is Rio's Eiffel Tower - Brazil's most known image throughout the world. Every year, over 600,000 people visit the statue using the Corcovado Train, which was inaugurated over a century ago. The monument and its pedestal are 46m high, and its posture is symbolic of Rio and its people - receiving all visitors with open arms. Spectacular views of Rio include the city, its beaches, and Sugar Loaf mountain - the best possible city perspective a new visitor could wish for. |
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TOUR ITINERARY
Day 3 - Saturday, March 5
Rio de Janeiro
In the morning we visit Mt. Corcovado where the famous Statue of “Christ the Redeemer” overlooks panoramic views of Rio. We spend a fun-filled afternoon trying on our fantastic costumes in the comfort of our hotel - located right in the centre of the action. In the evening, we soak up the sights and sounds of carnival. *Free evening to visit Copacabana Beach markets. | | |
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Day 4 Rio de Janeiro
Carnival! Rio's four day explosion of colour, feasting, music and dancing is the world's biggest party. The Samba School parades are the highlight - where the city's major Samba Schools each mount magnificently choreographed presentations featuring massive themed floats and between 3,000 and 5,000 costumed dancers.
The Samba Parade began rather timidly in the 1930s. On March 2, 1984 the Sambodrome was inaugurated as the Parade's permanent home. Today the "greatest show on earth" is broadcast to dozens of countries, and all Brazilian states. Carnival Sunday is seven weeks before Easter Sunday. |
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TOUR ITINERARY
Day 4 - Sunday, March6
Rio de Janeiro
Early afternoon we head to Copacabana and enjoy a delicious, typical Brazilian “Churrascaria” and later visit the exquisite H. Stern Gemstones Expo, Brazil’s most famous gemstone manufacturer and designer. In the evening, watch the spectacular Schools of Samba in the biggest parade in the world and enjoy another big night of samba! |
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*Optional extras offered. Associated costs at traveller's own expense.
Important: This itinerary is subject to local conditions including changes in local operations, weather conditions and/or flights. In the event of such changes, every effort will be made to ensure the best possible alternative is arranged. | |
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