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<strong>College</strong> <strong>Study</strong><br />
<strong>Tours</strong>
BRAZIL<br />
Head down to this Portuguese-speaking paradise and discover<br />
everything that Brazil has to offer from your base in Rio de Janeiro. The<br />
views of the harbor from Corcovado are remarkably beautiful, especially<br />
with one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World at your side. If<br />
you can pull yourself away, though, you’ll fi nd that more treasures of the<br />
South American continent await you.<br />
samba beat and Carnival celebrations will inevitably lure you back to city,<br />
you’ll want to linger in the lush natural beauty of a sunny tropical island.<br />
Maybe you’ll fi nd futebol on a world-famous Copacobana beach your<br />
favorite part of Rio, or maybe it’ll be spotting an endangered species. In<br />
Brazil, there’s always a reason to smile.<br />
Enter the Tijuca Forest, and trek through dense paths bursting with color<br />
while picturesque waterfalls tumble down around you. And though the<br />
Iguazu (3)<br />
Rio de Janeiro (6)<br />
efcollegestudytours.com/rioa | 877-485-4184
Day 1: Fly to Brazil<br />
Meet your group and travel on an overnight fl ight to Rio<br />
de Janeiro.<br />
Day 2: Rio de Janeiro<br />
Arrive in Rio de Janeiro: Welcome to Rio de Janeiro, the<br />
Marvelous City. Depending on your arrival time, you may<br />
have free time to settle in and explore the city on your own.<br />
Sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro: Historically famous for<br />
its unparalleled natural beauty, Rio de Janeiro is emerging<br />
as a major player in the global economy. On this morning’s<br />
guided tour of the city, see how its history and present-day<br />
are deeply intertwined. Visit the historic Candelária Church,<br />
born of Spanish sailors nearly 400 years ago, and the<br />
Municipal Theater, whose own evolution parallels the rise<br />
of modern Rio. Then, stop at the 17th-century Church of<br />
Santo Antonio before a visit to bustling Carioca Square and<br />
its aqueduct, an impressive example of colonial engineering.<br />
Finally, admire the pristine sands of Rio’s fi rst-class beaches<br />
and the distinguished Urca district on your way to the ultramodern<br />
Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, the colossal downtown<br />
church with room for 20,000 people.<br />
Cable-car up Sugarloaf Mountain: Later, ascend to the<br />
top of iconic Sugarloaf Mountain for more spectacular views,<br />
this time from the other side of the harbor.<br />
Day 3: Rio de Janeiro<br />
Corcovado and beach tour: Ascend the lush slopes of<br />
Corcovado aboard a cog train. At the summit marked by the<br />
towering statue of Christ the Redeemer, enjoy breathtaking<br />
vistas of the city and beaches below.<br />
Day 4: Rio de Janeiro<br />
Sightseeing tour of Rio: Today’s guided tour takes<br />
you through Colonial Rio, passing by the Metropolitan<br />
Cathedral, Pyramid Fountain, Paço Imperial and São<br />
Bento Monastery.<br />
Day 5: Rio de Janeiro<br />
Tropical island tour: Take a coastal drive southwest of Rio<br />
de Janeiro to the small fi shing village of Iracuruçá (meaning<br />
stone’s cross) on the beautiful Sepetiba Bay. Here you’ll<br />
board a saveiro (two-masted schooner) and spend the<br />
day cruising the sunny emerald waters of the Costa Verde.<br />
Sit back and enjoy all the wildlife including dolphins, giant<br />
kingfi shers, parrots, turtles and stingrays. The area has<br />
calm waters that make it ideal for snorkeling, swimming<br />
and canoeing. Enjoy a swim before you continue on to a<br />
tropical island for lunch.<br />
Day 6: Rio de Janeiro<br />
Cog-wheel train up Corcovado Mountain: Board a cogwheel<br />
that carries you into Tijuca National Park to the top of<br />
the 2,400 feet tall Corcovado (Hunchback) Mountain. This<br />
8,000 acre rainforest was once stripped bare of its native<br />
vegetation by coffee and sugar cane plantations. Today it<br />
remains one of the last remnants of the Atlantic Rainforest<br />
that once dominated the southern cost of Brazil. At the top<br />
stands the statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the most<br />
famous images of Rio de Janeiro. Weighing more than<br />
1,000 tons, the statue appears to gaze across the bay with<br />
welcoming outstretched arms. Some say it looks as if Christ<br />
is preparing to dive into the waters below. From here, you can<br />
take in a magnifi cent 360-degree view of Rio de Janeiro’s<br />
natural beauty.<br />
Brazilian evening: Feel the frenetic tempo of the samba<br />
during your optional Brazilian evening. Born out of the<br />
fast-paced and fashionable streets of Rio de Janeiro, the<br />
samba compels your feet to move. Shimmering costumes<br />
and thunderous accompaniment give you a glimpse into the<br />
carnival life of this electric city.<br />
Day 7: Rio de Janeiro<br />
Estádio do Maracanã: Tour the largest stadium in South<br />
America, an incredible venue holding more than 78,000<br />
spectators. The arena fi rst opened in 1950 to host the<br />
FIFA World Cup and is currently undergoing renovations, in<br />
order to host the 2016 Summer Olympics.<br />
Day 8: Depart for home<br />
Take the day to explore Rio at your own pace and pick up<br />
any last minute mementoes. This evening, we’ll transfer to<br />
the airport where you’ll check in for your overnight return<br />
fl ight home.<br />
2-DAY TOUR EXTENSION<br />
Days 8: Rio de Janeiro | Iguazu<br />
Travel to Iguazu: Transfer to the airport for your fl ight to<br />
Iguazu. After your arrival, transfer to your hotel, your base for<br />
exploring one of the world’s most magnifi cent waterfalls.<br />
Visit Iguazu National Park: Travel deep into Iguazu<br />
National Park and take in the beauty of subtropical plants<br />
and trees, including the abundant heart-of-palm. Stop at<br />
the park museum to learn about the local fl ora and fauna<br />
of the tropical forest. The park is home to more than 2,000<br />
plant varieties and nearly 400 bird species, including<br />
toucans, parakeets and hummingbirds.<br />
Days 9: Iguazu<br />
View the falls from the Brazilian side: Depart this morning<br />
for the Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls, which boast 275<br />
falls cascading over a precipice nearly two miles wide<br />
and 262 feet high. It’s absolutely breathtaking and nearly<br />
impossible to capture on fi lm or in words—come see for<br />
yourself.<br />
Macuco Safari: Ride the rapids during this adventure of a<br />
lifetime. Feel the intensity of the falls and power of the river<br />
while you explore the pristine waters of Iguazu. Back on<br />
land, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner among friends.<br />
Day 10: Iguazu<br />
View the falls from the Argentine side: Take in the<br />
spectacular sights of the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls.<br />
Walk along the area footbridges for incredible views of the<br />
Alvar Nuñez, Bosseti and Dos Hermanas waterfalls.<br />
Free time: Take the afternoon to explore Iguaçu or simply<br />
relax in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Then,<br />
enjoy a leisurely dinner of local specialities.<br />
Day 11: Depart for home<br />
Transfer to the airport where you’ll fl y back to Rio de<br />
Janeiro and check in for your overnight return fl ight home.<br />
INCLUDED ON TOUR:<br />
Round-trip fl ights on major carriers<br />
Full-time Tour Director<br />
Land and water transportation<br />
Hotel with private bathroom<br />
Light breakfast daily; 1 lunch; 2<br />
local dinners or 5 with extension<br />
Sightseeing tours<br />
Rio de Janeiro; Island tour; Tijuca<br />
National Park; With extension:<br />
Iguazu Falls; Macuco Safari<br />
Entrances<br />
Corcovado Mountain; Estádio do<br />
Maracanã; With extension: Iguazu<br />
National Park<br />
Optional<br />
Brazillian evening
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