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Take a historical tour to Ouro Preto and explore its colonial mansions and baroque churches
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Founded in the early eighteenth century, Ouro Preto is a masterpiece of colonial Brazilian architecture and art, with fountains, baroque churches, ruins and towers shining with coloured tiles. This UNESCO World Heritage Siteis built on rocky terrain,and was the centre of the 18th century gold rush. Today, it is an open museum with lavish displays of architectural wonders. On this history and sightseeing tour, see fine examples ofBrazilian religious architecture at the church of St Francis of Assisi, a masterpiece of the legendary 18th century architect and sculptor, Aleijadinho. Marvel at the exquisite baroque ornamentation at the Church of Our Lady of Pilar, with gilded engravings and a profusion of intricately sculpted angels. A historical tour in Ouro Preto is a marvellous way to enjoy the architectural beauty of Brazil.
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Schooner Cruise in Buzios
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 Schooner Tour
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...up the sun, or take a refreshing dip in the ocean. The stunning scenery, silvery beaches and beautiful islands will make your schooner tour of Buzios a time to remember.
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Fernando de Noronha island tour
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 Fernando De Noronha - 3 nights package
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...An amazing variety of fish painted in multitude of colours and underwater botanical gardens will enchant you. A Brazilian vacation covering all spheres, from parties, food, water...
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Iguassu Falls from Argentine Side
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 Argent Falls from Cataratas Htl
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...the regions flora and fauna. Ascend the trail for a close up view of the waterfalls. You will be awestruck by the vista of the thundering Falls cascading down 82 metres. Enjoy...
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Macuco Safari and Rafting Expedition at the Iguassu Falls
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 Macuco Safari + Rafting same day BR Falls
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For those looking for adventure and thrills in Brazil, this tour promises all that and more. A jungle trek through the eco-diversity rich Iguassu National Park is culminated by an...
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Salvador discovery at Sofitel/Catussaba Hotel - Half Day
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 H/d City tour Panoramic from Sofitel/Catussaba
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...a colourful array of handicrafts. From embroidery to musical instruments, you will be hard put to stop yourself from picking up an armful of goods. Offering a glimpse of the quieter...
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Historical Tour to Pelourinho
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 H/d City tour Historic from Sofitel/Catussaba
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...Alta. This culture and sightseeing tour in Salvador will give you a flavour of Brazil’s African roots. Stroll along Pelourinho’s narrow, bustling streets lined with...
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Cable Car Ride to Sugar Loaf Mountain
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 H/d Sugar Loaf w/ Barracao
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Experience the stunning beauty of Sugar Loaf Mountain and its surrounds from a different perspective- on a cable car. Enjoy unparalleled views of Rio’s famous beaches and the surrounding environs from this spectacular vantage point. The world-famous P
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Scenic Tour of Corcovado Hill
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 H/d Corcovado
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...the Tijuca Forest, to where the Statue of Christ, the Redeemer stands tall on the summit of the Hill - offering some of the most stunning views of the city of Rio and its famous beaches....
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Rio de Janeiro Scenic Tour (Hotel Sofitel)
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 RIO DE JANEIRO - 2 nights package
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...Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon beaches and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon in Rio. The distinctive statue of Christ the Redeemer, arms spread to welcome the world, is the symbol of Rio de...
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Excursion to the Tropical Islands, Rio
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 Full Day Tropical Island w/lunch
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...See mountains covered in forest and charming homesteads on this cruise to the Tropical Islands. Lounge on the silvery sand and read a book or take a refreshing dip in the turquoise...
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Carnival Magic at Rio's Samba City
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 H/d Carnival behind the Scenes
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...Samba Parade costumes. The compound is near Rio's port which is considered to be the cradle of samba. Learn samba dance moves, hear the spinning drum rhythms of the Carnaval Bataria...
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The Best of Brazil
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...best of Brazil. Brazil is renowned for its stunning scenic beauty, none more evident than its beautiful Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon beaches and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon in Rio.The...
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Fortaleza Shopping Tour
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 H/d Shopping Tour
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...local handicrafts. Visit the best centres and boutiques while shopping to your heart's content. Choose from an array of products at the Mercado Central and pick up colourful hammocks...
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City Sightseeing Private Tour of Brasilia
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 F/d City tour w/ lunch
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...is the only city in the world built in the 20th century to be considered, since 1987, a Historical and Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. One of the most striking buildings in Brasilia...
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Salvador - Past and Present
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 Deluxe Salvador Da Bahia - 2 Nights Package
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...of Salvador - the Lower City and the Upper City. In the Lower City, are the old port and the commercial area with a complete and varied assortment of Brazilian arts and crafts at the...
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Historical Sightseeing Tour of Cachoeira
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 F/d Cachoeira tour w/lunch
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...glimpse into Brazil’s past. Take a stroll along its streets and see wood sculptors at work and enjoy this journey back in time to the Brazil of yesteryears…
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Corcovado hill and Sugar Loaf Mountain Exploration in Rio
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Enjoy unparalleled 360-degree views of the beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro from the Corcovado hill and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Admire the 30 metre high statue of ‘Christ the...
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Iguazu falls discovery at Sheraton Hotel - Half Day
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 Argent Falls from Sheraton Htl
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...will offer a 360 degree view of the falls that will make the most waterfall sated traveller gasp. A special observation deck in Devil’s Throat will present a panorama of the...
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Botanical Gardens Tour in Rio
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 H/d Botanic Garden
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The Botanical Garden in Rio de Janeiro is a riot of greenery, rare flowers and some of the most amazing palm species in the world. On display are a variety of Brazil’s flora,...
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Sao Paulo Museum Tour
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 Half Day Museum Tour - htls downtown
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...America’s best collection of western art at the Museum of Art. Apart from the fascinating French impressionist paintings, the museum houses some of the greatest Brazilian paintings...
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Sao Paulo Shopping Tour
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 Half Day Shopping Tour - htls downtown
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...and Eldorado is home to traditional Latin American shops selling precious gems, leather, paintings and wood carvings to name a few. A shopping tour of Sao Paulo is a great way to pick up souvenirs and knick knacks for your family and friends back home.
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Cultural Sightseeing Tour of Recife and Olinda
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 Hd/ City Tour Cultural
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Go on a cultural sightseeing tour in Recife and Olinda, marvel at their baroque-style churches, and learn about the Northeastern man. Stroll around Recife’s old city centre...
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Excursion to a Tropical Paradise: Angra dos Reis
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 Angra Dos Reis-2 nts pckge-Dlx -Pestana Angra (5*)
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...Ocean tours and activities are widely available and provide the opportunity to visit the different islands and beaches. You can snorkel, dive or take a leisurely swim, making this...
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Historical Sightseeing Tour of Pelourinho
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 F/d City tour w/lunch
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...pilgrimage to the Bonfim Church in the ‘lower city’, known for its power to create miraculous cures. Pick up armloads of souvenirs at the Mercado Modelo market, offering...
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Ouro Preto Tour(Superior)
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 Ouro Preto-2 nts pkg-Sup-Slar nossa Sn Ros(4*)
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...terrain, Ouro Preto, the site of the 18th century gold rush, is an open museum with lavish displays of architectural masterpieces. Stroll along its steep lanes by thatched houses with...
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Amazon Rainforest Experience in Manaus
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 Manaus - 2 Nights Package
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...for one of the most endangered primates in Brazil: the Pied tamarin. Explore riverbanks and "igarapes", swim and canoe in placid lakes or simply walk in the lush forest....
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Ouro Preto Tour (On a Budget)
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 Ouro Preto - 2 nts pkg - Eco. Luxor Ouro Preto(3*)
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...rocky terrain, Ouro Preto, the site of the 18th century gold rush, is an open museum with lavish displays of architectural masterpieces. Stroll along its steep lanes by thatched houses...
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Eco Tours in Brazil: Exploring Pantanal South
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 Pantanal South - 3 nts pkg - Pousada Caiman
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...peccaries, bob-cats, wild boars, ducks, grey teals, pigeons, partridges and herons. The region has around 650 species of birds, 240 species of fish, 50 species of reptile and 80 species...
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Buzios Beach Excursion
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 Buzios - 2 nts pckge - Deluxe - Casas Brancas
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...in Buzios by visiting the surfers’ haven, Brava Beach, and Tartaruga Beach, a good place for snorkelling. Recline on a deck chair and soak up the sun or enjoy water activities...
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Buzios Beach Trip (Deluxe)
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 Buzios - 2 nts pckge - Deluxe - Villa Deste
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...in Buzios by visiting the surfers’ haven, Brava Beach, and Tartaruga Beach, a good place for snorkelling. Recline on a deck chair and soak up the sun or enjoy water activities...
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Buzios Beach Trip (Superior)
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 Buzios - 2 nts pckge - Superior - Colona Park
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...in Buzios by visiting the surfers’ haven, Brava Beach, and Tartaruga Beach, a good place for snorkelling. Recline on a deck chair and soak up the sun or enjoy water activities...
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Open-Air Trolley Tour of the Famous Beaches of Buzios
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 HD Trolley City Tour
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...of Buzios, the Rua des Pedras. Buzios is a sophisticated beach resort with a very active nightlife and fine restaurants. The west coast beaches offer calm, clear waters while the...
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Angra Beach Excursion (Deluxe)
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 Angra Dos Reis-2 nts pckge-Dlx -Blue Tree Prk(5*)
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Go on a beach excursion to Angra Dos Reis, one of the loveliest locations in Brazil. An archipelago of365 islands with. lush foliage populated byflamboyant birdlife and 2000 beaches...
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Food, Fun and Relaxation: Paraty Sights and Attractions
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 Paraty - 2 nt pack - Deluxe - Pousada do Sandi
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Nestled between the sea and the Bocaina Mountain Range, the small coastal village of Paraty is a virtual museum within a tropical paradise. Located 125 miles southeast of Rio,...
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Superior Paraty
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 Paraty - 2 nt pack - Superior - Pousada do Ouro
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Visit the 17th century colonial town of Paraty on this Brazilian vacation. Nestled between the sea and the Bocaina Mountain Range, this quaint old town was a very important port in...
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Paraty on a budget
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 Paraty - 2 nt pack - Econ - Pousada Porto Imperial
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Visit the 17th century colonial town of Paraty on this Brazilian vacation. Nestled between the sea and the Bocaina Mountain Range, this quaint old town was a very important port...
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Ecological Excursion to Pantanal North
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 Patanal North - 3 nts pkg - Pousada Do Rio Mutum
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The Pantanal North is one of the world's greatest wildlife reserves, a vast and luxuriant wetland with a greater abundance of wildlife than anywhere else in Brazil. This massive marshland...
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Deluxe Fortaleza
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 Fortaleza - 2 nt pack.- Dlx - Gran Marquise Melia
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...your holiday mood! Colours and creativity is the basic essence of Fortaleza, many small artists and vendors set up their stalls facing the beach, buy interesting artefacts while...
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Superior Fortaleza
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 Fortaleza - 2 nts pack.- Sup - Holiday Inn (4*)
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...bag in some zesty products here like colourful hammocks in Mercado Central. Amongst others, at Avenida Beira Mar you find some spunky hats, jewellery, shoes and clothes to accentuate...
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Exploring Vibrant Sao Paulo
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 Sao Paulo - 2 nights package
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Plunge into the vibrancy and culture of the world's third largest city and the largest in South America, Sao Paulo. Famous for its exotic culture and fun-loving people, you will...
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Amazon Rainforest Experience in Manaus: Luxury Boat Cruise
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 Manaus - 3 Nights Package - Pkg C - Boat
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...out on night trips to see nocturnal animals, like night-hawks, snakes, Toro-rats, sloth and frogs, and enjoy night time views of the floating docks, markets, old custom house and houses...
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Walking Tour in Ouro Preto
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 Belo Horizonte - Walking tour Ouro Preto w/lunch
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...18th-century town that has managed to preserve its architecture and appearance. The famed Mineralogy Museum housing one of the world’s largest collections of raw materials is...
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Congonhas and Ouro Preto Sightseeing Tour
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 F/d Congonhas + Ouro Preto w/lunch from BHZ
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...a trip to the historical mining town of Congonhas, a short distance from Ouro Preto, and appreciate more sculptural masterpieces by Brazilian-born architect and sculptor Aleijadinho....
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Schooner Cruise in Salvador
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 F/d Schooner cruise w/lunch
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...tuck into a hearty meal at a local restaurant. Experience a sense of contentment as you marvel at Brazil's stunning natural beauty on this schooner cruise in Salvador.
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Ouro Preto and Mariana Sightseeing Tour
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 F/d Ouro Preto + Mariana w/lunch from BHZ
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...Preto is the handiwork of Brazilian-born architect and sculptor Aleijadinho. This charming, historic village continues to have the steep and narrow streets that still conserve the...
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Historical Sightseeing Tour of Ouro Preto
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 F/d Ouro Preto w/lunch from BHZ
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...of St Francis of Assisi, a masterpiece of the legendary 18th century architect and sculptor, Aleijadinho. The town has thirteen large churches and numerous public monuments and buildings. Other important sites include the Casa dos Contos (the former minting house), the Inconfid
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Excursion around Pampulha Lake
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 H/d City Tour Pampulha
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...Niemeyer designed an architectural complex that has influenced all modern Brazilian architecture. Appreciate one of the finest works of modern architecture as you explore the Church of S
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Architectural Heritage of Brazil: Congonhas Historical Tour
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 H/d Congonhas from BHZ
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Set out on a tour of Brazil’s historical city, Congonhas and appreciate sculptural masterpieces by Brazilian-born architect and sculptor Aleijadinho. Congonhas houses important works...
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Florianopolis Beach Excursion
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 Hd/ Tour North OR South Beaches
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...the silvery northern beaches, with their calm waters, superb scenery and numerous restaurants. Take a dip in the Atlantic on this beach trip in Florianopolis, or laze in the sun...
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Brasilia city tour
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 Brasilia - 2 nights package
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...the sports, cultural, military sectors and the parade stage. Relish authentic Brazilian cuisines at one of the local restaurants and shake a leg at one of the many zesty night clubs....
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Tree Top Jungle Tower Lodge
Go canoeing down the Amazon River, trek in the rainforest and fish for piranhas on this holiday in Brazil. Amazonas is a Brazilian state with thick rainforests covering more than 90% of the state. A...
Helicopter Tour over Iguassu Falls
Take an unforgettable helicopter flight over one of the greatest wonders of nature, the world-famous Iguassu Falls. Film and photograph this amazing natural beauty from your aerial vantage point. The ...
Santana Luxury Amazon Cruise
A holiday in Brazil is incomplete without a visit to the Amazon rainforests. Explore different parts of the thick Amazon rainforest on a luxury cruise ship of the Santana Boat Company. The ship...
...the sheer beauty of the beaches and the surrounding scenery. Experience the thrill...
...some dolphins somersaulting in the azure waters while cruising around the ‘Dolphins...
...will take you past the regions flora and fauna. Ascend the trail for a close up...
...and more. A jungle trek through the eco-diversity rich Iguassu National Park is...
...most important pilgrimage sites. Visit the ‘Room of Miracles’ inside...
...colonial fort, Farol da Barra in Salvador’s lower city and wind your way to...
...a different perspective- on a cable car. Enjoy unparalleled views of Rio’s...
...than its beautiful Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon beaches and Rodrigo de Freitas...
...flora and fauna. See mountains covered in forest and charming homesteads on this...
...of Rio de Janeiro aims to bring the “factories” of all the principal...
...showcases the very best of Brazil. Brazil is renowned for its stunning scenic beauty,...
...and jewellery to famous local handicrafts. Visit the best centres and boutiques...
...homes and forts that reflect stunning Portuguese architecture from the Baroque period....
...Protected by the National Institute for Historical and Artistic Heritage since 1971,...
...a train ride through the Iguaza National Park will take you past the regions flora...
...into the city cluttered with buildings of great architectural value like Dom Bosco...
...considered one of the finest in Brazil. Explore the museum’s large collection...
...a dip in the azure waters. A wonderful combination of sun and sand - just perfect...
...as a protector with outstretched arms, it is one of the most famous symbols of this...
...the world, is the symbol of Rio de Janeiro and one of the seven New Wonders of the...
The junction of the Iguacu and Paran
...Copacabana beaches, the Guanabara Bay and the majestic Sugar Loaf Mountain in Rio...
...sand boarding or simply exploring the town at leisure, your Brazilian excursion...
...in Rio. The distinctive statue of Christ the Redeemer, arms spread to welcome...
If you’re looking for unique handicraft products to take home from Rio de...
...Feel the surge of adrenalin as you ride down the Iguassu River on a motorboat to...
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