Day trips from rio de janeiro to iguazu falls

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Can you do a day trip from Rio to Iguazu Falls?
Can you visit Iguazu Falls in one day?
How long is the flight from Rio to Iguazu Falls?
How many days do you need to visit Iguazu Falls?

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Day 1: Arrival in Rio de Janeiro, Airport pick-up

Welcome to the City of God – Rio de Janeiro. Your driver will pick you up at Rio de Janeiro International Airport on time with a placard and transfer you to the hotel. The airport is 20 kilometers away (12.4 mi) from the Rio downtown area. After check-in, the rest of the day is free for you and you can relax. Located on the beautiful Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro on southeast of Brazil is a world famous tourist destination.

Accommodation: Arena Leme Hotel (4 stars)

Day 2: Rio de Janeiro highlights tour with Christ the Redeemer

Today, your Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls tour starts. After one night's rest, welcome a refreshed morning. After delicious breakfast in the hotel, the guide and the driver will pick you up on time and the first stop is Statue of Christ Redeemer. Located on 710-meter (2,329 ft.) high Mont Corcovado, it is the most ideal place to sightsee Rio de Janeiro. Built on the hilltop, the giant statue of Christ can be seen in most of the downtown area in the day and also at night. It has become famous landmark of Rio City. The next stop is Tijuca Forest, which is considered as the biggest tropical forest in city. After the visit, we will go back to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Arena Leme Hotel (4 stars)

Day 3: Full day city tour in Rio de Janeiro

After breakfast, the guide and the driver will escort you to Sugarloaf Mountain. We'll take a cable car to the hilltop to overlook the Rio city and charming Guanabara Bay. Then, continue to visit Maracanã stadium and Rio's Cathedral staircase. After the visit, you will be guided to walk in the old Rio to visit Cultural Corridor. Finally, we will transfer you to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Arena Leme Hotel (4 stars)

Day 4: Fly from Rio de Janeiro to the amazing Iguazu Falls on the Brazilian side

After having breakfast, your driver will drive you to the airport for a flight to Foz do Iguazu. Your guide and the driver there will take you to see the famous Iguazu Falls on the Brazilian side. We'll spend half day to visit it. Lunch will be at your leisure. In the afternoon, we'll visit Iguazu Bird Park, the biggest bird park in South America. Located beside the Iguazu Falls, the park houses cute parrots, Tucano and other tropical birds.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Wish Foz do Iguacu (4 stars)

Day 5: Visit Iguazu Falls from Argentinian side

After breakfast, the guide and the driver will take you cross the Brazil-Argentina border to Iguazu National Park, which takes 1 hour. In Iguazu National Park, you can admire the Iguazu Falls very closely. In the center of the falls is the giant fall which is called Devil's Throat. Visit the falls for half a day and lunch will be at your leisure. Then, we will visit Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Station which is the second biggest hydroelectric power station in the world. After the visit, return to the hotel in Brazil.

Tips: As you will pass the border today, you are kindly advised to check with your local embassy in advance for tourist visa.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Wish Foz do Iguacu (4 stars)

Day 6: Fly from Foz do Iguazu back to Rio de Janeiro

On the 6th day of the Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls tour, your driver will transfer you to Foz do Iguazu International Airport for a flight back to Rio. The local driver there will pick you up and escort you to the hotel. Upon arrival, the rest of the day is free. You can have a rest in the hotel or enjoy leisure time on the nearby beaches.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Arena Leme Hotel (4 stars)

Day 7: Rio de Janeiro Departure, Back home

Today is the last day of your Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls tour. After breakfast, your driver will escort you to Rio de Janeiro International Airport. Wish you a happy tour in Brazil.

Meals: Breakfast

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What's Included

Economy class airfare of Rio de Janeiro - Foz do Iguazu- Rio de Janeiro.
Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels.
Services of experienced driver and air-conditioned vehicles.
Service of English speaking guides per itinerary.
Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited.
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.

What's Excluded

International flight into and out Brazil.
Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.).
Tips for guides and drivers.
Personal travel insurance.
Brazil and Argentina Visa Fee.

7-Day Rio de Janeiro Weather Forecast

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Can you do a day trip from Rio to Iguazu Falls?

Whilst visiting Iguazu Falls in one day from Rio is quite a lot to do, it is possible, and is just as fabulous as longer trips if you are short on time.

Can you visit Iguazu Falls in one day?

Can you even do both sides of Iguazu Falls in one day? Although one day is enough time for seeing the Iguazu Falls on the Argentinian and also on the Brazilian side, we do recommend doing them on separate days if you can. But by timing your day correctly, it is possible to see both sides of the falls on the same day.

How long is the flight from Rio to Iguazu Falls?

2 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Rio De Janeiro to Iguassu Falls.

How many days do you need to visit Iguazu Falls?

The recommended time to stay at the falls is at least 2 -3 days, there's so much to see and do at Iguazu, and you should try to see the falls from both sides. Here are some ideas on where to stay at Iguazu Falls.