2009 New Year Celebration In Rio de Janeiro!
A 7 day trip to Brazil provided by Destination-X
New Year's Eve is one of Rio de Janeiro's most important celebrations, second only to Carnival in popularity. It attracts people from all over the world, and Brazilians from all states. The festivities are concentrated in Copacabana, with 2 million people every year!
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Departures:
December 27, 2008 - NOTE: May be flexible, but all hotels in Rio require a minimum stay and arrival. Please inquire for details.
Places Visited:
Rio de Janeiro
Activities:
Beach
Children Friendly
Cultural Activities
Family Vacation
Gay / Lesbian Friendly
Nightlife
Spectacular Scenery
Walking Tours
Price:
From $3,611 per person, double occupancy.
Detailed Description
Daily Itinerary
December 27, Saturday - Miami/Rio de Janeiro
Depart Miami on the overnight flight to Rio de Janeiro.
December 28, Sunday - Arrival in Rio de Janeiro
Upon arrival, you will be met after clearing customs and transferred to your beautiful hotel on famous Copacabana Beach.
December 29, Monday - Full-day Sugar Loaf, Corcovado Mountain, and Tijuca rainforest
Drive along Rio’s famous beaches to the Praia Vermelha cable car station, where you will be taken to the Urca Mountain (mid-way station) with its gardens and lookout points. Then, the second part of the ride will take you to the peak of Sugar Loaf Mountain, 1,300 feet above sea level. Continue to the Cosme Velho train station. The cogwheel train will climb up through the Tijuca rainforest and will bring you to the steps of the Christ statue. At 2,300 feet above sea level, it is a breathtaking view of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Guanabara Bay, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the nine-mile Rio-Niterói Bridge, the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean. Lunch included.
December 30, 31, January 1, Tuesday - Thursday
Enjoy the New Year's festivities! Ask your destination specialist for additional tours and services.
January 2, Friday – Rio de Janeiro/Miami
Transfer to the airport to take your flight home, or extend your Brazilian vacation in Iguazu Falls, Salvador da Bahia, Buzios, Fortaleza, or any one of Brazil’s amazing other destinations.
Price Includes:
- Round-trip air transportation from Miami to Rio de Janeiro, coach class - You do not need to fly via Miami; we will fly you the most direct way to your destination. Depending on your travel dates and proximity of travel, we will quote you the most economical surcharge from your city of origin
- Private round-trip airport/hotel transfers in an air conditioned car with English speaking driver
- 5 Nights hotel accommodation, including breakfast daily and taxes
- Guided tours in English including all entrance fees
- BBQ Lunch included during full day tour (drinks not included)
