Rio, Iguazu Falls and South America Cruise
Full-day tour of Iguazu Falls – both Brazil and Argentina sides
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£3,689*per person
Overview
Explore the wonders of Brazil from the beaches of Rio to the magnificent Falls at Iguazu on this triple centre holiday. Rio de Janeiro (River of January) is the second largest city in Brazil with a population of 6.3 million. Rio is the most visited city in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, samba and beaches such as Copacabana and Ipanema. Some of the most famous landmarks include the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer (one of the modern Seven Wonders of the World) at 130 feet tall and built between 1922 to 1931 atop Corcovado Mountain, rising 700 metres above sea level. Also Sugarloaf Mountain, which is 396 meters high, above the harbour with its cable car famously featured in the James Bond Movie “Moonraker”.
Lesser known but instantly familiar from feature films is Iguazu Falls - the largest waterfall system in the world. Stretching almost 3km along the border of Argentina and Brazil, the falls are made up of roughly 275 different vertical drops, with heights varying from 60 metres - 82 metres flowing from Brazil into Argentina. This makes the Iguazu Falls taller than Niagara Falls and twice as wide. Our inclusive three-day tour of Iguazu Falls situated approximately 935 miles from Rio gives you the opportunity to explore both the Brazilian and Argentinian side of the falls.
Formed in the 16th century, Buenos Aires is also known as the Paris of South America, as reflected in its French architecture, the amorous Latin vibes, and the old-world bohemian spirit. Also like Paris, Buenos Aires is filled with a rich political history, classic hotels, cafés, restaurants, art galleries and museums.
Then hop onboard Celebrity Equinox for a 14 night cruise of South America taking in the Falkland Islands, Ushuaia, Cape Horn & Montevideo.
Lesser known but instantly familiar from feature films is Iguazu Falls - the largest waterfall system in the world. Stretching almost 3km along the border of Argentina and Brazil, the falls are made up of roughly 275 different vertical drops, with heights varying from 60 metres - 82 metres flowing from Brazil into Argentina. This makes the Iguazu Falls taller than Niagara Falls and twice as wide. Our inclusive three-day tour of Iguazu Falls situated approximately 935 miles from Rio gives you the opportunity to explore both the Brazilian and Argentinian side of the falls.
Formed in the 16th century, Buenos Aires is also known as the Paris of South America, as reflected in its French architecture, the amorous Latin vibes, and the old-world bohemian spirit. Also like Paris, Buenos Aires is filled with a rich political history, classic hotels, cafés, restaurants, art galleries and museums.
Then hop onboard Celebrity Equinox for a 14 night cruise of South America taking in the Falkland Islands, Ushuaia, Cape Horn & Montevideo.
Itinerary
- Depart the UK for Rio, overnight on flight
- Rio de Janeiro (River of January) is the second largest city in Brazil with a population of 6.3 million. Rio is the most visited city in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, samba and beaches such as Copacabana and Ipanema. Some of the most famous landmarks include the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer (one of the modern Seven Wonders of the World) at 130 feet tall and built between 1922 to 1931 atop Corcovado mountain, rising 700 metres above sea level. Also Sugarloaf Mountain, which is 396 meters high, above the harbour with its cable car famously featured in the James Bond Movie -Moonraker-.
- Fly from Rio to Iguassu Falls, overnight at hotel
- Straddling the border between southern Brazil and northeast Argentina, the Iguazu Falls (spelt Igua in Brazil) are usually rated number one of the big three waterfalls, ahead of Niagara and Victoria. These falls are South America-s most awe-inspiring natural sight and a must-see for anyone visiting the highlights of the continent.
- Transfer form hotel to Iguazu Falls for your flight to Buenos AIres, overnight at hotel
- Buenos Aires is the Capital of the country and a top tourist destination, known for its European style architecture and rich cultural life. Visitors have many options such as going to a tango show, visiting ranches in the Provinces of Buenos Aires and the Pampas, or enjoying a traditional Aasado (Argentine style BBQ). New tourist circuits have recently evolved, devoted to famous Argentinians such as Carlos Gardel, Eva Pern and Jorge Luis Borges. Due to the favorable exchange rate, its shopping centres such as Alto Palermo and Galeras Pacfico are frequently visited by tourists. Perhaps visit Avenida del Libertador where you will find many of the city's best-known museums, gardens and cultural points of interest and Avenida de Mayo for its sophisticated buildings of Art Nouveau, Neoclassic and eclectic styles.
- Embark ship
- This is Uruguay's capital and largest city offering a variety of indoor shopping possibilities (like downtown's appropriately named Montevideo Shopping Centre), and informal markets such as Mercado del Puerto. Perhaps take a walk past the wharfs and piers of the Rambla de Montevideo. Relax on Pocitos beach, visit the Torres Garcia Museum or check out the Palazzo Salvo. Constructed in 1928, Palacio Salvo is a historical landmark building done in a predominantly Italian Gothic-style, , it was the tallest building in South America, and still remains an iconic symbol of the city, even being depicted on many postcards. For a sweeping view of the city, take an elevator ride to the top of the palace, free of charge, and stop at Cafe Salvo on the ground level for an invigorating cappuccino.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Port Stanley is full of links to Britain, and is twinned with Whitby in Yorkshire- all of a sudden it seems as if you are back in Britain with red telephone and post boxes. The only difference being the colourful corrugated tin roofs on the buildings. This South Atlantic archipelago will always be associated with the 1982 war, but wildlife and rugged scenery are the main reasons to visit the islands. The Falklands are a compact group of more than 740 Islands, situated approximately 650 kilometres (400 miles) off the south-eastern tip of South America. The total land area is approximately 12,000 square km (4,700 square miles) comprising of mountain ranges and flat plains. The two main Islands are East Falkland and West Falkland. Mount Usborne on East Falkland is the highest peak at 705m (2,312 ft).
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Beagle Channel. This 150 mile long channel takes you through the Tierra del Fuego Archipelago of islands at the southern tip of South America, past Ushuaia in Argentina. The eastern end of the Channel forms the border between Chile and Argentina whilst the western end is entirely in Chile. It is only three miles wide at its widest point and so can be quite tricky for ships to negotiate. The Beagle Channel was named after the British ship Beagle, in which Charles Darwin explored the area (183334). Pay a visit to Ushuaia the southernmost city in the world, where dominating peaks loom on three sides
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- From here, cruise visitors can venture to the high scarps of Torres del Paine National Park, the penguin colony at Seno Otway, or the Martian volcanic topography of Pali Aike National Park. Punta Arenas worth lingering in, as well. Visit the tree-lined Plaza de Armas square or walk 10 minutes farther to the top of La Cruz Hill. The city of 150,000 people lies at your feet. 850 miles farther south Antarctica begins.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Puerto Madryn is an Argentine city on the coast of northern Patagonia. Its sandy beaches and restaurant-lined promenade face Golfo Nuevo bay, where southern right whales breed from May to December. Ecocentro is a clifftop museum with exhibits on Patagonian nature, and a lighthouse-style tower for ocean views. Across the bay, rocky Valdes Peninsula is home to penguins and elephant seals, which are preyed on by orcas.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Punta del Este is a seaside city and peninsula on the Atlantic Coast in the Maldonado Department of southeastern Uruguay. Starting as a small town, Punta del Este grew to become a resort for the Latin and North American jet set and tourists.
- Disembark ship and transfer to airport for overnight flight to UK
- Arrive back into the UK
What's Included
Holiday Highlights
- Beaches of Rio
- Spectacular waterfalls at Iguazu
- Tango in Buenos Aires
Our Price Includes
- Return flights from various UK airports, internal flights between Rio de Janeiro – Iguazu – Buenos Aires and all transfers
- Three nights' four-star-bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Rio de Janeiro (in featured hotel or similar standard)
- Full-day tour in Rio featuring Christ the Redeemer by train, Sugarloaf Mountain, Seralon & BBQ
- Three nights' four-star-bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Iguazu Falls (in featured hotel or similar standard)
- Full-day Iguazu Falls both sides - Brazil and Argentina
- Two nights' four-star-bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Buenos Aires (in featured hotel or similar standard)
- Tango show with dinner in Buenos Aires
- 14 nights' full-board cruise accommodation on board Celebrity Equinox
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Accommodation
Windsor Excelsior Copacabana Hotel -
Situated in front of Copacabana beach, Windsor Excelsior offers panoramic views of the ocean and the Sugarloaf. A rooftop terrace with pool, bar and gym is one of its highlights. Windsor Excelsior Copacabana features tasteful rooms with contemporary décor. Spacious and bright, they all have air conditioning, cable TV, WiFi and minibar, while some also offer sea views and a hot tub. Room service is available 24 hours a day. At the restaurant, guests enjoy tropical breakfast with various items, while admiring stunning sea views. Lunch and dinner options are provided as well, featuring Brazilian and international specialities. Amenities include dry and steam sauna units next to the fitness centre. Cardeal Arcoverde metro station is 60 metres from Windsor Excelsior. Beach Volleyball Arena 800 metres away, and Santos Dumont Airport is at a distance of 9.4 km.
Nadai Confort Hotel E Spa -
Boasting an outdoor pool, spa and a gym, Nadai Confort Hotel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Foz do Iguaçu. Free WiFi is offered and is available on site. Foz do Iguaçu International Airport is 15 km away. The Nadai Confort Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV, with dozens of cable channels a minibar, telephone and en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and amenities. The flooring is fitted with marble. Breakfast is served each morning and includes a variety of fresh fruits, breads and cold meats. Regional specialties, as well as a selection of drinks are available in the hotel's restaurant or via 24-hour room service. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar by the swimming pool. The hotel also provides a children's playground.
Casa Calma Hotel -
Just 1 block from upscale Santa Fe Avenue, Casa Calma Hotel offers chic décor and rooms with two-place spa baths. WiFi access is free. In-room massage sessions and yoga classes can be booked for a surcharge. Air-conditioned rooms are styled with light parquet floors and a soothing palette of whites and natural fabrics. Rooms have designer style furniture, sophisticated wicker chairs, Netflix free of charge and flat-screen cable TV. Some rooms have private sauna facilities and balconies with city views. The property offers guests a homemade buffet breakfast, featuring a wide variety of hot dishes. Casa Calma features a vertical garden, and is an eco-friendly designed hotel. There is 24-hour front desk assistance and complimentary bamboo bikes. Casa Calma is only 3 blocks from famous pedestrian Florida Street and 5 blocks from world renowned Colon Theatre. Front Desk can arrange for tours, activities and car rental. Jorge Newbery Airport is 5.3 km from Casa Calma and Ministro Pistariani Airport is 32 km from the hotel.
Ship Information
Cruise Overview
Celebrity Equinox takes advantage of the weather with outdoor amenities, such as real grass lawn on top of the ship and a Lawn Club Sunset Bar, complete with deck furniture and faux fire pit. If that sounds sophisticated for a cruise ship, then you're correct. Celebrity Equinox is about modern touches aimed at a crowd that enjoys craft beer and top-shelf mixed drinks, restaurant experiences that punch up to gourmet, and entertainment that trends more toward aerialists and magicians than big musicals or raucous parties. Launched in 2009, the Solstice-class Celebrity Equinox cruise ship has, for the most part, managed to stay fresh and modern. The vessel underwent an extensive refurbishment in May 2019. It received additional suites; Michael's Club was transformed into the Retreat Lounge, exclusively for the use of suite passengers; and the ship's Oceanview Cafe buffet restaurant was redesigned in an open, marketplace style.Cabin Details
All cabins have two twins that can be pushed together to form a queen bed. Some staterooms are also equipped with either a sofa bed and/or an upper pull-down bunk bed to accommodate a third or fourth passenger. Cabins also have a safe, a mini-fridge and an interactive TV. Wardrobe space is plentiful, but shelf space is limited. Cabins have hair dryers, and there are both European and American outlets. Standard bathrooms are well laid out, with a glass shower door, tiled floors and plenty of shelving, as well as a couple of small drawers and cabinets for storage. The free bath amenities (shampoo, conditioner, soap bar and lotion) are Gilchrist and Soames. Balcony cabins on Celebrity Equinox are known as Veranda. They run 194 square feet with 54-square-foot balconies and can be found on decks 6 to 9. Balcony furniture consists of a round wooden table and two mesh lounge chairs. There are four Family Veranda cabins on Celebrity Equinox – two on Deck 7 forward and two on Deck 8 forward. They're all corner cabins and have upper beds and sofa beds for a maximum of six guests.Dining Details
As Celebrity Equinox's main dining room, Silhouette – with lofty ceilings and numerous table configurations – offers passengers a choice of two set meal times: early or late. Those who prefer flexibility can opt for Celebrity Select Dining, which lets them dine any time during the dinner service. Passengers choosing the flex dining option can pre-reserve space online or onboard or walk in during the allotted hours and wait for a space to open up (rarely more than a few minutes).Breakfast is open seating daily with standard items served. Lunch takes place here on port days only, with soups, salads, hot entrees and grilled items.Dinner menus are arranged in the traditional manner: appetisers, soups and salads followed by entrees and then desserts and cheese. Quality ingredients cooked and presented well make the main dining room experience consistently enjoyable. Expect a varied menu that changes regularly with the basics -- red meat, poultry, seafood and vegetarian dishes -- covered. If nothing on the rotating menu suffices, there are "always available" choices.Activities Details
Spanning three decks, the Equinox theatre is the main entertainment venue on Celebrity Equinox. The theatre is large and offers balcony seating. There are two shows nightly, which is convenient for those who have a late seating at the restaurants. Shows include musicians, dancers, acrobats and comedians. Celebrity Equinox is a relaxed ship, with enough activities and shows to stave off boredom but not so much going on that it feels loud or frenetic. During the day, passengers take part in a range of activities -- games against the crew are common -- that often have a trendy spin, such as adult colouring sponsored by Lonely Planet. More often than not, people are happy to relax by the pool, covered adults-only Solarium area, or the gorgeous top-deck lawn.For some of the best Celebrity Equinox entertainment, head to the Lawn Club for the Hot Glass Class, given by glass blowing artisans from Hollywood Hot Glass. It's particularly nice to sit out on a mild evening, as the kilns' interior temperatures average around 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, and the pavilion can get hot on a sunny day. You can learn to make glass creations such as a heart, star, bowl or ornament. Bar culture is prevalent on Equinox, and many folks linger with a cocktail in a lounge before or after dinner, around a show or late into the night. Music is performed continually throughout the night at lounges and public spaces across the ship.Other Information
Hotel Info
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Please note that some cruise itineraries will take in Antarctica, please call for details and dates
Please note that some cruise itineraries will take in Antarctica, please call for details and dates
Holiday code
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