Tour Highlights

• Pre and post night hotels accommodations in Manaus

• Experienced Destination Guides

• Meals and as outlined in itinerary included

• Attractions and sightseeing as outlined in itinerary

• Economy class flight from Rio de Janeiro to Manaus

Feb 02, 2025:  Rio de Janeiro - Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil
This evening take a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Manaus, in the heart of the Amazon region.  Arrive Manaus, the capital and largest city of the Brazilian state of Amazonas. Manaus is located in the center of the Amazon rainforest, and home to the National Institute of Amazonian Research, being the most important center for scientific studies in the Amazon region and for international sustainability issues. Overnight in a hotel this evening.

Feb 03, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil
Board your luxury Amazon Cruise, a five-star hotel with the excitement and adventure as you cruise the calm-waters of the world’s largest rainforest. Your all-inclusive experience starts the moment you step aboard this luxury cruise liner. Toast to your adventure as you set sail with a top-shelf beverage from the open bar. Then, enjoy the sunset from the top deck while listening to the nightly musical performance. At mealtimes, you may choose between two restaurants, which are both included in the all-inclusive package. [B/D]

Feb 04, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil
If you are up early, there is a Sunrise Lovers' breakfast on the Upper Deck, where you can enjoy the early morning atmosphere. Otherwise, you can enjoy the buffet spread in the Kuarup Restaurant. After breakfast, we go and explore the Jaraqui region. Depending on the water level, we either stay on the expedition skiffs or take a guided hike along a jungle trail, where we can learn about the trees and plants that are of particular importance to locals for construction and the production of medicines. We have lunch back on board, followed by time for a welcome siesta! In the late afternoon, we board the skiffs again to explore the second largest fluvial archipelago in the world, Anavilhanas, a huge collection of river islands and beaches, which are in striking and photogenic contrast to the black waters of the River Negro. One of the largest islands in the Archipelago is Tres Bocas, and here one can see dense vegetation that includes bountiful orchids and bromeliads and is home to birds such as toucans and macaws. After dark, caimans are abundant and fun to spot from the skiffs. [B/L/D]

Feb 05, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil
As the sun rises, the Grand Amazon arrives at the River Cuieiras, and we have the chance to enjoy the resplendent scenery as we take our breakfast. For our morning tour, we pay a visit by skiff and on foot to Cambebas, a fascinating indigenous village, where we learn how the locals have adapted their way of life to best suit their environment, visit their school, and have a chance to buy handicrafts. Visit to a local farm to learn about the way of life there. Once back on board, we have dinner and then can enjoy the facilities and entertainment of the Grand Amazon. Later, there is a night tour by motorboat to spot alligators and listen to the night sounds of the Ariaú region. [B/L/D]

Feb 06, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil
There is the option of a pre-breakfast birding excursion by skiff for those that wish to enjoy the Amazon dawn and its abundant wildlife. Then, after breakfast, we head to the Praia Grande - which means, simply, 'Big Beach' in English - yes, that's right there are beaches on the Amazon! There is a chance to swim in the refreshing waters of the Rio Negro and even the incredible opportunity to interact with the rather peculiar-looking but remarkable pink Amazon river dolphins. Back on board, there is a lecture on Amazon Birds in the Lua Salon. After lunch, we step back in time as we visit the Rubber Tapping Museum and learn about the shocking history of the rubber trade which made the region the richest in the world at one point in time. This evening we have a special gala dinner with exotic Amazon dancing. [B/L/D]

Feb 07, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil

A free day to relax. Please note that excursions this day are available at an additional cost (city tours and private excursions). Lunch and bar/pool services will remain available during the day. Rio Solimões navigation. Sunset on the terrace with background music. [B/L/D]

Feb 08, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil

Wake up at Janauacá Lake. If you are up early, there is a Sunrise Lovers' breakfast on the Upper Deck, where you can enjoy the early morning atmosphere. Otherwise, you can enjoy the buffet spread in the Kuarup Restaurant. After breakfast, we make exploration by skiff and along marked trails of the rainforest, keeping our eyes open for jungle birds and Pink River Dolphins. There should be countless photo opportunities. We also stop at the home of a local Caboclo, to gain insight into human life in the Amazon, and perhaps purchase some of the traditional handicrafts. Later back on board there will be a lecture on Amazon Fruits in the Lua Salon. In the afternoon, we continue to the Manaquiri Region, for an excursion by skiff through the closed-in streams. It is a great opportunity for spotting some of the flora and fauna of the Amazon and a chance to try your skills fishing for piranha! We are welcomed back on board with live music on the upper deck. And then, after dinner, we can go on a night tour potting caiman along the river banks, using spotlights and listen to the night sounds of the jungle. [B/L/D]

Feb 09, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil
This morning the Grand Amazon enters the Manacapuru River and, for the early risers, there is a chance to go birding in the skiffs, as the sun rises over the beautiful jungle. After breakfast, we board the expedition skiffs for a photo safari through the narrow waterways of the region, where the vegetation overhangs the water, or alternatively head out on a jungle walk adventure. Upon returning to the boat we can enjoy a lecture on Amazon People and Culture. After lunch and a rest, we head to Lake Janauari, where we have the chance to visit a regional houseboat, get to know the local crafts, and take a short walking tour of the region. We wait until dusk before returning to the cruise boat as it is a great time to spot numerous species - especially birds - in large quantities. This evening there is a special dinner, in the Kuarup Restaurant, with live music as entertainment. [B/L/D]

Feb 10, 2025:  Manaus/Amazon River Region, Brazil

This morning arrive back at the at the port of Manaus, where we say our fond goodbyes and disembark to the staff and crew aboard the river cruise. Transfer to a local hotel where you will have a day room until your late evening flight back to North America. [B/D]

Feb 11, 2025:  End of Tour
All good things must come to an end. Early morning transfer to the airport for your flights back to North America.  [B/IFM]

Double occupancy, per person in Canadian Dollars:
- $5,678.00 CAD (Mandi Category on Lower Deck on Amazon River Cruise)
- Upgrade to Tambaqui Category on Main Deck on Amazon River Cruise, add $687.00 CAD p/p, to the Mandi pricing.
- Upgrade to Acara Category on Upper Deck on Amazon River Cruise, add $1,277.00 CAD p/p, to the Mandi pricing.

Plus $248.00 Air/Port & Gov’t taxes per person
Single Occupancy: Call for pricing

Initial Deposit:  $750.00 per person
Final Payment per person is due before October 20, 2024

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