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Carnaval 2011 in Rio de Janeiro (6 Days, 5 Nights)
Welcome to the Greatest Show on Earth!

The world’s biggest and most glamorous party is held annually in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for those lucky enough to go!

Now, you have the chance through this special package tour to view and enjoy one of the world’s greatest events!

Besides the carnival high point of the parades held at the Sambadromo, there are the fascinating street parades, bands in the streets and in the music halls, elaborate costumes, and fun and exuberant fanfare for all locals and visitors alike!

Carnival street celebrations are one of the most common features of this centuries old tradition.

If you wish to see or participate in one of the world’s biggest and most sought after events, sign-up now, as the fun, the excitement, as well as the seats and places are always limited to a lucky few!

DAY 1 February 19th

Departure from United States for Brazil!

DAY 2 – February 20th

Welcome to the International Airport of Rio de Janeiro where you will be greeted by your local guide and transferred to your hotel. After an orientation brief, you will be given the rest of the day free for your leisure.

You will be to walk along the beach, do some shopping of handcraft items in one of the local markets or shops, or just relax in the exotic and fabulous atmosphere that is Rio de Janeiro.

Overnight at your chosen hotel.

DAY 3 – February 21st

Today is the first official day of Carnival!

After an enjoyable breakfast, you will delight in a morning, panoramic city tour, passing by the Maracana (soccer stadium), the Sambódromo (where the samba schools parade during carnival), the São Sebastião Cathedral, Cinelandia Square and Flamengo Park. Proceeding to the enchanting Urca district, we will ride the cable car up to Sugar Loaf for a spectacular view of the city and its dozens
of beaches. Rest of the day free for personal activities.

During the afternoon you can enjoy an explosion of colors and happiness, with the street block parties, where you will find the true Carioca Carnival Spirit! You can start with Sa Ferreira street band near your hotel or the Carlinhos de Jesus street block party, led by a famous dancer and teacher, in the Botafogo district. Your guide will let you know where everything is and how you can take advantage of it all!

At night, go to the Copacabana Palace Hotel and participate in its Luxury Ball full of exotic charm, fantasy and sophistication. Costumes or tuxedo is required. If you have interest, please contact us as tickets are available only upon pre-request.

Overnight at your chosen hotel.

DAY 4 – February 22nd

After a hearty buffet breakfast the day, you will embark on your way to see the stupendous Sugar Loaf Mountains. Located in the heart of the city, these two mountains are reached on suspended air car and give you the best views possible of the Guanabara Bay and the strip at Copacabana.

It’s amazing! In the afternoon, you will be free to explore more of Rio. Rio is full of parks, eco-activities, shopping, or opportunities for just relaxing and taking in the old colonial charms of the city.

Tonight however, you will want to think Brazilian Samba!!!!! This is the first night of the Samba Schools Parade for a Special Group and it is really worthwhile for you to go and enjoy it!

DAY 5 – February 23rd

After a delicious tropical buffet breakfast, you will be free to explore some of the city’s most vibrant beaches and enchanting sea-side board-walks. Shops, Restaurants, Boutiques, and Jewelers combine for a fun day in the city that never sleeps.

During the afternoon, the street bands continue making their wonderful music at various parties throughout the city. In Copacabana, around 4:00pm, you can join the street band Banda da Sá Ferreira and have a great time throughout the evening.

The fun and fantasy continues at the second night of the Samba Schools Parade or the Skol Ball at the Scala. Bring your dancing shoes and plenty of energy!

Overnight at your chosen hotel.

DAY 6 – February 24th

After a heart break tropical breakfast, the day is yours for more exotic leisure. Your guide however will be happy to assist you in selecting various options for the day as there are so many fun and exciting this to do in and around the city of Rio!

There are also more street bands performing through the districts of Copacabana and Ipanema all afternoon. If you like walking, you can go from one street party to another in your neighborhood and make brief stops for refreshments and snacks.

At night you have a choice of various balls and parties, the main one is the Unique Scala Gay in the Leblon district. Undoubtedly this is the most fashionable ball of Rio! Overnight at your chosen hotel.

DAY 7 – February 25th

After your amazing tropical breakfast, and some free time transfer to the International airport for your afternoon or evening return flights you will be exhausted probably but you will always remember your Carnival experience in fabulous Rio de Janeiro!!!

Prices are based upon double occupancy: $1,549 per person + airfare

Itinerary Includes:

• 5 night’s accommodation at the 4 star **** Astoria Palace Hotel, with full
  buffet breakfast. Mandatory stay package included from February 20-25 February,
  2009. Hotel located in Copacabana and on the Ocean front.
• Transfers to/from hotel, with air-conditioned vehicles. (Driver assistance)
• HD Sightseeing Tour Sugar Loaf (no lunch) SIB HD Corcovado/Christ Statue (no lunch) SIB
• Sightseeing transfers to/from the Samba Schools Parade with one Grandstand ticket to the
• Carnival Show at the Sambadrome! Sector 2 or 3.

Hotel and Carnival seating upgrades available upon request.

Creating vacations you’ll remember for a life time.

This is just one of the Brazil’s Carnival tour packages.
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