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Grand Amazon Cruise

A luxury ship will take you on an exciting cruise along the Negro and Amazon rivers with all the comfort and excellent service. The adventure begins in the city of Manaus, capital of Amazonas, famous for its spectacular Opera House, designated as Brazilian historical heritage. Departing from Manaus, the Iberostar Grand Amazon stops at several points along the amazing Amazon jungle, and offers excursions on small boats to explore the dense, virgin vegetation. You and other adventure seekers will come into contact with the most exhuberant species of trees, plants, exotic animals and the local river communities, friendly and hospitable people. A paradise for those who like adventure with all the comfort of a five star hotel, in harmony and respect of the environmental and ecological needs.

72 cabins placed in three decks, Mandi, Acará and Tambaqui (23 square meters). 2 Royal suites placed in front of vessel (50 square meters). All suites and cabins equipped with private bathrooms, hair dryer, private balcony, twin- size beds, TV, Telephone, air-conditioner and music.

Deck Plan

Tonnage 1500 ton, Speed 12 knot, Electricity 110 V, 2 pools and one jacuzzi located at the roof top, 2 Restaurants, conference room for 148 people seated, drugstore, fitness center, elevator, laundry, valet, paramedic, ballroom, internet access.

Price includes accommodation, welcome drink, meals, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (domestic and imported), safes in the cabins, tourism activities on land with specialized guides.

The ship has a complete entertainment program for you. Theree are bars, restaurants, shows, a night club, theme parties, dance classes, a fitness center, pool, hydro-massage, lectures about flora and fauna and much more.

RIO NEGRO Itinerary - Fri.-Mon.

1st day (Fri.): MANAUS. •
5:00 PM Passengers check-in at Office
• 6:00 PM Boarding, cabin accommodating and table reservation
• 7:00 PM–8:00 PM Captain’s welcome drink and introduction of the crew, Director and officials at the Ballroom Lua, followed by Safety drill at the Ballroom Lua
• 9:00 PM Ship departure
• 9:15 PM–10:15 PM Welcome dinner at the Restaurant Karup
• 10:30 PM-12:00 PM Live music and first contacts at the Ballroom Lua

2nd day (Sat.):
• 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Sunrise Lover’s breakfast at the top deck
• 7:00 AM-8:00 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 8:30 AM-9:00 AM Theme Chatter about Amazon’s botany and fauna at the Ballroom Lua
• 9:15 AM-9:30 AM Disembark instructions at the top deck
• 9:30 AM-10:45 AM Motorboat excursion thru Anavilhanas Archipelago
• 10:45 AM Return to the ship. All aboard!
• 11.30 AM Departure to Praia Grande
• 1 PM-2:30 PM Barbecue at the top deck Sol
• 2:30 PM Arrival at Grande, disembark
• 2:30 PM-4:45 PM At Praia Grande, excursion and river bath
• 4:15 PM – 5 :00 PM Trekking optional
• 5:00 PM Return to the ship
• 5.30 PM Sailing
• 6:00 PM Sunset cocktail at the top deck Sol
• 6:30 PM-7:30 PM Theme chatter (Caymans) and instructions for the night excursion at Ballroom Lua
• 7.30 PM-9.00 PM Motorboat Excursion and Cayman watching
• 9:30 PM-10:30 PM Dinner at the Restaurant Karup
• 11:00 PM-01.00 AM Party at the Ballroom Lua and open bar at the top deck Sol

3rd day (Sun.):
• 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Sunrise Lover’s breakfast at the top deck Sol
• 7:00 AM-8:00 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 8:30 AM-9:00 AM Theme chatter, botany and fauna (birds) at the Ballroom Lua
• 9:15 AM-11:00 AM Motorboat excursion and Bird watching
• 11:45 AM-11:45 AM Land trekking - optional
• 11:45 AM Return to the ship. All aboard!
• 1 PM-2:00 PM Lunch at the Restaurant Karup
• 3:30 PM-4:15 PM Theme chatter 4 (Amazon’s fishes) at the Ballroom Lua
• 4:30 PM-6:00 PM Piranha fishing and Photographic hunting
• 6:00 PM Return to the boat
• 7:00 PM Departure to Manaus
• 8:00 PM-9:00 PM Dinner at the Restaurant Karup
• 9.30 PM-12:00 PM Live Music at the Ballroom Lua

4th day (Mon.):
• 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Sunrise Lover’s breakfast at the top deck Sol, Captain’s farewell and the Water’s Encounter
• 7:30 AM-8:30 AM Check-out at the front desk
• 8:00 AM-8:45 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 8:00 AM Arrival at Manaus
• 8:30 AM Passengers check-out and luggage disembark

Program for cruise passengers who are continuing on 7 night program:
• 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Two optional excursions
• 11:00 PM-2:00 PM Lunch at the Restaurant Karup
• 2:30 PM-4:30 PM Two optional excursions
• 5:00 PM Return aboard

RIO AMAZON Itinerary - Mon.-Fri.

1st day (Mon.): MANAUS.
• 5:00 PM Passengers check-in at Office
• 6:00 PM Boarding, cabin accommodating and table reservation
• 7:00 PM–8:00 PM Captain’s welcome drink and introduction of the crew, Director and officials at the Ballroom Lua followed by
Safety drill
• 8:00 PM Ship departure
• 8:30 PM–9:30 PM Welcome dinner at the Restaurant Karup
• 10:30 PM-12:00 PM Live music and first contacts at the Ballroom Lua

2nd day (Tues.):
• 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Sunrise Lover’s breakfast at the top deck Sol
• 7:00 AM-8:00 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 8:15 AM-8:45AM Theme Chatter (Amazon Forest, ecosystems) at the Ballroom Lua
• 9:00 AM-9:15 AM Disembark instructions at the Ballroom Lua
• 9:30AM – 10:45 AM Motorboat ride thru Lago do Risco
• 10:45AM – 11:45 AM Land Trekking optional
• 12:00 PM All aboard
• 12.30 PM Departure to Parintins
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lunch at the Restaurant Karup or at the pool Grill at Sol Deck
• 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Theme Chatter (Local habits and folklore of the bois) at Ballroom Lua
• 5:30 PM Arrival at Parintins
• 7.00 PM-8.00 PM Party of the Bois and workmanship fair
• 9.00 PM Departure to Maués
• 9.00 PM – 10.00 PM Dinner at the Restaurant Karup
• 10:30 PM –12:00 PM Party at the Ballroom Lua and open bar at the top deck Sol

3rd day (Wed.):
• 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Sunrise Lover’s breakfast at the top deck Sol
• 7:00 AM-8:00 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 8:30 AM – 9.00 AM Theme chatter (ethnology) at the Ballroom Lua
• 10.00 AM Arrival at Maués
• 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Motorboat ride thru Lemon Igarapé and Trekking, visit to archeological grounds, Workmanship and Indian’s traditions and habits. Motorboat ride thru Island Santa Cruz, Guaraná fields
• 12.30 PM Return to the ship
• 1.00 PM – 2.00 PM Lunch at the Restaurant Karup
• 3.00 PM – 4.30 PM Free afternoon to visit the city
• 5.00 PM- 6.00 PM Show “The Legend of the Guaraná” at the Ballroom Lua
• 6.30 PM Departure of Maués
• 8.00 PM – 9.30 PM Dinner at the Restaurant Karup
• 10:00 PM –12:00 PM Music at the Ballroom Lua and open bar at the top deck Sol

4th day (Thu):
• 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Sunrise Lover´s breakfast at the top deck Sol
• 7:00 AM-8:00 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 8:15 AM – 8:45 AM Theme chatter (ethnology) at the Ballroom Lua
• 9:15 AM – 10.30 AM Motorboat ride thru Lago de Santa Rita do Raman
• 11.00 AM Sailing
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lunch at the Restaurant Karup
• 2:30 PM – 3.00 PM Theme chatter (Amazon fishes)
• 3.30 PM – 5.30 PM Piranha fishing thru Lago da Eva
• 6.00 PM Sailing to Manaus
• 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM Captain´s dinner at the Restaurant Karup
• 10:00 PM – 12:00 PM Farewell party at the Ballroom Lua and open bar at the top deck Sol

5th day (Fri.):
• 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Sunrise Lover´s breakfast at the top deck Sol and the Wedding of the Water´s
• 7:00 AM-8:00 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 7:30 AM-8:30 AM Check-out at the front desk
• 8:00 AM-8:45 AM Breakfast at the Restaurant Karup
• 8:00 AM Arrival at Manaus
• 8:30 AM Passengers check-out and luggage disembark

Program for cruise passengers who are continuing on combined 7 night program
• 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Two optional excursions
• 11:00 PM-2:00 PM Lunch at the Restaurant Karup
• 2:30 PM-4:30 PM Two optional excursions
• 5:00 PM Return aboard

2010 PRICES PER PER PERSON – IN US$

All rates are subject to change.
Including: Full board and mentioned activities.
Triple rooms not available.

Not included:
Tourism Tax U$ 1,00 per person, per day.
Dock tax U$ 20,00 per person In + Out
Tips: U$ 12,00 per person, per day (suggestion)
airport transfers not included (can be added):

The departure time for any cruise is 6 p.m.
The arrival time at the day of disembarkation is 8 a.m.
No children less than 15 years old are accepted on board.
Two bags are allowed to bring on board.
The following documentation is requested:
American passengers have to have a passport and a visa for Brazil.

Recommended Packing List for Amazon

1. Passport
2. Binoculars
3. Flashlight (Torch)
4. Camera, film (high speed film is good for shady walks), and flash
5. Insect repellent
6. Sun protection (sun block / sunglasses / hat)
7. Water bottle
8. Lightweight *breathable* long pants and long sleeved shirts for walks in the jungle
9. Shorts and short sleeves for the Lodge
10. Bathing suit
11. Comfortable shoes and extra long socks
12. Small daypack
13. Rain poncho
14. Plastic bags to protect cameras, binoculars, film, etc. from the rain