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FOZ
DO IGUACU
(2 Nights /
3 Days)
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01 - FOZ DO IGUAÇU |
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Foz do Iguacu is located in the
extreme west of the State of Parana, on the border of
Brazil with Paraguay and Argentina. Together with the
Argentine cities of Ciudad Del Est and Puerto Iguazu,
it is part of one the largest cultural tourism poles
in South America. The word Iguaçu means "large water",
in Tupi-Guarani etymology. It is a perfect name for
the greatness of Iguassu's waterfalls, one of the planet's
natural wonders, with 275 waterfalls and an average
height of 60m. Every year, thousands of Brazilian and
foreign tourists visit the Falls, one of the country's
main tourist attractions. The biggest attraction is
the Garganta do Diabo (Devil's Throat), which is on
the Argentine side. It is possible to take a boat ride
on the Falls rapids in the exciting Macuco Safari .
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But Foz do Iguaçu offers other
attractions, such as the Iguaçu National Park, one of
the most beautiful ecological reserves in the world, with
225 thousand hectares and recognized by UNESCO as a Natural
Heritage of Humanity. It also has a Visitor's Centre,
an electric bus ride and the Canoas Port, an area with
souvenir shops and a panoramic restaurant. There is also
an international-quality golf course in Foz do Iguaçu,
not to mention the Eco Museum, the Guarani Woods Zoo and
the Three Borders Landmark, where Brazil, Argentina and
Paraguay meet.
Overnight at Hotel |
| * Arrival at the Iguaçu Airport.
Meet & greet by Liberty International English speaking
staff. Transfer to the Hotel. |
By night Folkloric show and
dinner at Rafain
Tonight we will experience a typical Brazilian barbecue
- "South Style". Ribs are grilled to perfection! A folkloric
show during dinner - the show is a mix of Brazilian, Argentinean
and Uruguayan dances and rythms. The Rafain das cataratas
Restaurant is located on the way to the Brazilian National
park. The restaurant is famous for its buffet of hot dishes,
salads, and great variety of meat cuts. After dinner,
you will be able to enjoy the most famous Latin American
folk show starting with a presentation of Brazilian music,
the Paraguayan harp, the traditional Bolivian " Dance
of the Bottles" , the Argentinean Tango, the Mexican "sombreros",
the "boleaderas" and many other folk presentations |
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DAY 02 - Foz
do Iguacu
Buffet Breakfast at the hotel. |
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HD Argentinean Falls and Nautical
Adventure.
A train departs from the Central Station located 400
mts from the main gate. You may take the train or a
20-minute easy walk along Sendero Verde (green trail).
Both ways will get you to Cataratas Station. The second
part of the train ride leaves from Cataratas Station
and goes to Garganta Del Diablo. From here there is
a half-hour walk to the Garganta Del Diablo waterfall.
The Upper Circuit starts at Cataratas Station. It is
a 20 min. walk - 1200 mts trail - with low difficulty
and no stairs. In here you will get aerial views of
the falls through different observation points.
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The ride is made with
powerful motor-boats that pass through the Lower Canyon
of the Iguassu River and around the island until the foot
of the "Tres Mosqueteros" waterfall, where one can enjoy
a spectacular and clear view of both the Brazilian and
Argentinean sides, as well as the Devil's Throat Fall.
Besides enjoying the beautiful panoramic view of both
sides of the falls, we also get very close to the waterfall
of San Martin Island, the biggest waterfall that a motor-boat
can approach safely.
Overnight at Hotel |
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DAY 03 - Foz do Iguacu
Buffet Breakfast at the hotel. |
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HD Brazilian Falls, Itaipu Dam and
Birds Park.
A train departs from the Central Station located 400
mts from the main gate. You may take the train or a
20-minute easy walk along Sendero Verde (green trail).
Both ways will get you to Cataratas Station. The second
part of the train ride leaves from Cataratas Station
and goes to Garganta Del Diablo. From here there is
a half-hour walk to the Garganta Del Diablo waterfall.
The Upper Circuit starts at Cataratas Station. It is
a 20 min. walk - 1200 mts trail - with low difficulty
and no stairs. In here you will get aerial views of
the falls through different observation points.
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| The world's largest power plant
in operation is impressive because of its size and exaggerated
figures. Besides the production of energy, Itaipu Binational
completes the scenery with the spectacle, where one can
watch the show formed by the waters of Parana river that
flows over the spillway. |
| It was necessary 17 years to
conclude the workmanship, and during the peak of the construction,
more than 40.000 workers were hired. Itaipu has an extension
of 7.600 meters and capacity of generating 12.600 MK.
After the Dam work conclusion in October 1282, several
structure gates were closed and thus started the reservoir
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| The Bird Park is known as one
of the most important tour attractions of Foz do Iguaçu.
It is an environment area that combines the ecological
tourism and preservation. The trip goes through a trail
of 1.000 square meters in native woods, where the visitor
has the opportunity to spot more than 900 tropical birds
of 150 species. This is the unique Park in South America
that allow tourists to get in the aviaries and also get
closer to the birds. Among other attractions, there is
a butterfly cage, hummingbird aviaries, reptile sector,
where snakes and alligators come close to the curious
tourists. |
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