New! Brazil in Depth: Rio de Janeiro, Amazon Cruise & the Pantanal
Brazil in Depth: Rio de Janeiro, Amazon Cruise & the Pantanal
83% of travelers rated this trip excellent
- Trip Experience Leader: 96% of travelers rated their Trip Experience Leader “excellent,” citing his or her facilitation of people-to-people interactions, communication skills, and overall performance.
- Learning & Discovery: 78% of travelers rated the learning and discovery activities on this adventure “excellent,” citing its authentic cultural experiences and controversial conversations.
- Solo Women Excellence: 95% of solo women travelers who joined us independently or shared a room with a mother, daughter, sister, or friend rated their experience on this adventure “excellent.”
Find the Adventure That’s Right for You
Our Activity Level rating system ranks adventures on a scale of 1 (easiest) to 5 (most difficult) to help you determine if a trip is right for you. See the descriptions below for more information about the physical requirements associated with each rating, and see our itineraries for much more detailed physical activity information about each trip.
Activity Level 1:
Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 25 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 1-2 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last at least 1-2 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 2:
Moderately Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 40 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 2-3 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for at least 2-3 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 3:
Moderate
Travelers should be able to climb 60 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 3 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 3 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 5,000 to 7,000 feet.
Activity Level 4:
Moderately Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 80 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 4 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 7,000 to 9,000 feet. Expect three or more one-night stays in some locations, and very limited free time for rest or independent exploration.
Activity Level 5:
Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 100 or more stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 8 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 10,000 feet or more.
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Porto Bay Rio Internacional
Each of the hotel’s 117 air-conditioned rooms features complimentary wireless Internet access, satellite TV, coffee- and tea-making facilities, private bath with hair dryer.
Porto Bay Rio Internacional
Room with a double bed
Porto Bay Rio Internacional
Enjoy a meal in the hotel restaurant
Porto Bay Rio Internacional
Main common area
Porto Bay Rio Internacional
Take a dip in the hotel pool
Tropical Executive Hotel
There are 115 air-conditioned rooms, each with complimentary wireless Internet, minibar, satellite TV, and private bath with hair dryer.
Tropical Executive Hotel
Room with two twin-sized beds
Tropical Executive Hotel
Relax at the outdoor swimming pool
Tropical Executive Hotel
The hotel is located right along the banks of the Rio Negro
Discover the wonders of the Amazon aboard the privately chartered M/V Anna Beatriz river ship. Because of the ship’s small size, you’ll get to know the other travelers in your small group of no more than 25 in an intimate setting. Plus, you'll enjoy dedicated attention from the ship's 12 friendly crew members, including 2 naturalist guides who will bring the Amazon to life. Relax with friends old and new in cozy indoor and outdoor spaces, take in your surroundings from every angle, and cruise to each new destination in comfort.
You'll enjoy most of your meals in the ship's dining room, located on the Main Deck. Half of all passenger cabins are also located at this level.
Main Deck — Category A
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
Main Deck — Category A Single
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
Ten cabins are located on the Upper Deck.
Upper Deck — Category B
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
Upper Deck — Category B Single
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Approximately 45-52 sq. ft.
- One double size bed or two twin beds
- Outside-facing room
- Private bath with freshwater shower
- All cabins are non-smoking
Located one level below the Sun Deck, the Leisure Deck features a bar and ample outdoor seating, where you can lounge as you watch the scenery pass by. Whirlpools and outdoor showers are also available for relaxing and freshening up. Near the bow, you'll find a small, air-conditioned lounge, where your Trip Experience Leader will host briefings and conversations about your discoveries.
Windsor Brasília Hotel
The Windsor Brasília Hotel features 150 air-conditioned rooms, each with satellite TV, minibar, safe, and private bath with hair dryer.
Windsor Brasília Hotel
Queen-sized bed
Windsor Brasília Hotel
Hotel restaurant
Windsor Brasília Hotel
On-site swimming pool
Windsor Brasília Hotel
Hotel lobby
This environmentally friendly lodge features cottages that blend in with the tropical environment. Each of the 22 air-conditioned rooms includes a private porch with hammocks, a private bath, and a minibar. Facilities include a pool with a bar and an on-site restaurant serving homemade Brazilian food.
Mercure Manaus Hotel
There are 94 air-conditioned rooms, each with satellite TV, complimentary wireless Internet, minibar, coffee- and tea-making facilities, and private bath with hair dryer
Mercure Manaus Hotel
Room with double bed
Mercure Manaus Hotel
Enjoy dining in the hotel's restaurant
Mercure Manaus Hotel
Take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool
Mercure Manaus Hotel
Visit the hotel's bar and lounge
Radisson Colonia
Each room features an en suite bathroom, hair dryer, air conditioning, and WiFi access. You can also enjoy the hotel's fitness center, solarium, hot tubs, sauna, and infinity pool overlooking the river.
Radisson Colonia
Room with two twin beds
Radisson Colonia
Stylish lobby area
Radisson Colonia
Cool off in the infinity pool
Hilton Garden Inn
There are 172 air-conditioned rooms, each with complimentary wireless Internet, satellite TV, minibar, safe, coffee- and tea-making facilities, and private bath with hair dryer.
Hilton Garden Inn
Room with two double beds
Hilton Garden Inn
Enjoy a pleasant meal at the on-site restaurant
Hilton Garden Inn
Cool off at the swimming pool
Hilton Garden Inn
Gather with friends at the bar
Amerian Portal del Iguazu
Features include indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, and two restaurants. Your air-conditioned room features a TV, wireless Internet access, minibar, and a private bath.
Amerian Portal del Iguazu
Room with two double beds
Amerian Portal del Iguazu
Room with one double bed
Amerian Portal del Iguazu
Relax in the hotel hot tub
Amerian Portal del Iguazu
Take a dip in the hotel pool
Hotel Costanero
The Hotel Costanero enjoys a waterfront location on Montevideo’s Pocitos Beach, and is equipped with an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, and sauna.
Hotel Costanero
Socialize with your small group in the hotel lobby.
Hotel Costanero
Relax in the lounge in between excursions.
Hotel Costanero
Standard room with twin beds.
Hotel Costanero
Your centrally located hotel is a short walk away from the beach, as well as city shops and restaurants.
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The chartered M/V Skorpios III, a family-owned and -operated 90-passenger vessel, was specifically designed to navigate the icy blue waters surrounding the Chilean fjords. From our expedition ship, we'll board smaller, specialized zodiacs or icebreaker boats to go ashore, getting close enough to touch some of the towering glaciers that line the fjords. Onboard, our group of no more than 25 O.A.T. travelers will mingle with other adventurers and friendly crew members, and enjoy regional cuisine consisting of traditional family recipes. Relax with friends old and new on the ship's open-air top deck, where you can take in stunning views of the fjords, or in the ship's two comfortable bar/lounges.
Parthenon Deck cabin with window
Acropolis Deck cabin with window
Open-seating dining room with panoramic views
One of two bar/lounges
The Parthenon Deck houses the ship's two comfortable bar/lounges. Relax with your fellow travelers with a drink in hand as you cruise by Chile's majestic fjords. For a different view of the vibrant scenery, head up one level to the outdoor top deck.
Please Note: There is no elevator on board the Skorpios III.
Category A–Single Beds
- Located on-level with the two bar/lounges and one level below the outdoor top deck
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
Category A — Double Bed
- Located on-level with the two bar/lounges and one level below the outdoor top deck
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located on-level with the two bar/lounges and one level below the outdoor top deck
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located on-level with the two bar/lounges and one level below the outdoor top deck
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
On the lower level of the ship, the Acropolis Deck is where you'll find the ship's restaurant. Your small group will enjoy open seating at our reserved dining tables. Regional cuisine and complimentary wine and beer will be served with each meal. You'll also embark and disembark your zodiac or icebreaker boats on this deck.
Please Note: There is no elevator on board the Skorpios III. The dining room is on the lowest of the ship's three decks, meaning that guests must be able to use the stairs.
Category B — Single Beds
- Located on-level with the ship's restaurant
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- Two single beds
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
Category B–Double Bed
- Located on-level with the ship's restaurant
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located on-level with the ship's restaurant
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- Two single beds
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located on-level with the ship's restaurant
- Standard twin cabin, average 161 sq. ft.
- One or two windows per room
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower
- Includes a table and two chairs
- Plasma TV, individually controlled heating, mini-bar, and in-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking