This tour will take us to the most important tourism attractions of the Parana State. Starting by the city of Iguazu where the Iguazu Falls is located, to have the opportunity to watch the force of the nature from so closely is a breathtaking experience. After that we will go to the Coastline through the historical railroad that crosses the Mountain Range, where we will find the town of Morretes, a small colonial town surrounded by the exuberant nature of the Atlantic Rain Forest. Our next destination in the region will be the enchanting Ilha do Mel (Honey Island) with its beautiful beaches and tranquil environment. We will finish our tour in Curitiba the well-known capital city of Parana State.

Full Intinerary
Day 1: Sao Paulo - Foz do Iguazu
Day 2: Foz do Iguazu
Day 3: Foz do Iguazu - Curitiba
Day 4: Curitiba - Morretes
Day 5: Ilha do Mel
Day 6: Ilha do Mel
Day 7: Ilha do Mel - Curitiba
Day 8: Flight to Sao Paulo and Home

Day-By-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Sao Paulo - Foz do Iguazu
Arrival in Sao Paulo, connect flight to Foz do Iguazu, transfer to hotel.

Day 2: Foz do Iguazu
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the Argentinean side of the falls (entrance fee included). Accommodation at the hotel in Foz do Iguazu. (B)

Day 3: Foz do Iguazu - Curitiba
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the Brazilian side of fall and Bird Park (entrance fees included). Overnight bus to Curitiba. (B)

Day 4: Curitiba - Morretes
Arrival in Curitiba in the early morning. Train ride Serra Verde Express (economic class). Arrival in Morretes and walking city tour. Overnight at the lodge. (B)

Day 5: Ilha do Mel
Breakfast at the lodge. Transfer from Morretes to Pontal do Sul. Boat trip to Ilha do Mel. Walking tour to Ilha do Mel Lighthouse to watch the sunset. Overnight at the lodge. (B)

Day 6: Ilha do Mel
Breakfast at the lodge. Trekking to the Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres Fortress or Encantadas Grotto. Overnight at the lodge. (B)

Day 7: Ilha do Mel - Curitiba
Breakfast at the lodge. After breakfast we board a boat to the historical city of Paranaguá. Tour around the city of Paranaguá. Return to Curitiba by van, transfer to hotel. (B)

Day 8: Fly to Sao Paulo and Home

Price Per Person: $1695
Single Supplement: $470
Best time to visit: April to October
Departure Dates: 2011: Apr 8, May 20, Jun 17, Jul 22, Aug 26, Sep 16, Oct 14

Included:
All hotel accommodations as in itinerary
All ground transportation
English speaking guide
Meals as in Itinerary: 7 - Breakfast
Travel insurance
Ticket to Bird Park

Not Included:
International air tickets, domestic air tickets
Air ticket Sao Paulo/Iguazu/Sao Paulo (About $180)
Gratuities
Drinks of any kind
Airport tax
Brazilian Visa and Visa fee ($135)