7-night route

5.0/5 Stars - Based on 5 Reviews

Experience an immersive 8-day, 7-night adventure aboard the Grand Amazon Expedition, exploring two of the Brazilian Amazon's great rivers: the Rio Negro and the Rio Solimões. This cruise combines lush landscapes, jungle excursions, boat trips, encounters with local communities, and opportunities to observe fascinating Amazonian wildlife. Onboard, enjoy an all-inclusive experience with regional and international cuisine, entertainment, folkloric shows, and excursions led by expert guides. It's the perfect way to discover the Amazon's natural and cultural diversity in comfort and exclusivity.

Iberostar
Manaus → Manaus
8 days / 7 nights

Itinerary

Day 1 – Friday | Boarding and sailing on the Solimões River

At 3:00 PM, check in at the Port of Manaus and get ready to begin an unforgettable experience in the Brazilian Amazon. At 6:00 PM, the boat will set sail on the Solimões River. Enjoy the sunset from the deck and admire the Amazonian landscapes. At 7:00 PM, join the welcome cocktail, featuring regional flavors and Amazonian music. The day will conclude with dinner on board, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

Day 2 – Saturday | Lake Janauacá and Amazonian culture

After breakfast, take part in a boat excursion around the Janauacá Lake region, with a visit to the home of a caboclo to learn about their way of life, customs, and local crops.

During the day, you can attend talks about Amazonian fruits, visit the bridge, and enjoy onboard entertainment activities.

In the afternoon, participate in a boat excursion or a piranha fishing activity, depending on the boat's schedule. After dinner, you can take a night excursion through the Manaquiri region to discover the Amazonian wildlife by lantern light.

Day 3 – Sunday | Manacapuru and Amazonian nature

The day begins with the possibility of taking a boat trip at dawn through the Manacapuru region, ideal for birdwatching and contemplating the landscapes illuminated by the first rays of sunlight.

In the morning, you can choose between a boat trip or a jungle hike, depending on the activities available. During the day, there will also be talks about Amazonian peoples and culture, as well as onboard entertainment.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat trip around the Janauari Lake region, with a visit to a houseboat, an opportunity to learn about local crafts, and a short walk around the area.

In the evening, enjoy the captain's dinner and a folkloric show with rhythms and traditions from Brazil.

Day 4 – Monday | Meeting of the Waters and navigation towards the Negro River

At dawn, behold the famous Meeting of the Waters, where the Negro and Solimões rivers flow side by side without immediately mixing, creating one of Brazil's most emblematic natural phenomena.

After breakfast, continue enjoying the ship's amenities and the journey along the Amazonian rivers. This leg of the trip connects the Solimões River with the Rio Negro route, allowing you to appreciate the region's diverse landscapes and ecosystems.

Day 5 – Tuesday | Igarapés and the Três Bocas archipelago

Discover the Jaraqui region with a morning boat trip or a jungle hike, depending on the available schedule. During the tour, you'll observe the native vegetation and learn more about the Amazonian ecosystem.

In the afternoon, sail through the Três Bocas archipelago, a region of numerous river islands and natural channels. Enjoy the rest of the day relaxing on board and taking advantage of the entertainment activities.

Day 6 – Wednesday | Local communities and evening excursion

In the morning, visit a local community in the Cuieiras River region to learn about their customs, way of life, and traditional crops. You will also have the opportunity to discover the handicrafts produced by the region's inhabitants.

In the afternoon, take part in a boat excursion around the Ariaú region, with the possibility of visiting a local house or practicing piranha fishing, depending on the scheduled activity.

After dinner, a night excursion will allow you to discover the sounds and wildlife of the Amazon rainforest.

Day 7 – Thursday | Amazonian wildlife and gala dinner

Start your day with a sunrise excursion to the Ariaú River region, where you can observe birds and enjoy the Amazonian landscapes. A boat trip to observe pink river dolphins may also be available, depending on natural conditions and the operator's schedule.

Throughout the day, you can participate in talks about Amazonian wildlife and culture, visit the command cabin and enjoy free time on board.

In the afternoon, the program may include a visit to the Rubber Museum, where you will learn more about the history of rubber extraction and its importance in the development of the region.

In the evening, enjoy a gala dinner and a folkloric show celebrating Brazilian cultural diversity.

Day 8 – Friday | Disembarkation in Manaus

After breakfast, the boat will return to the Port of Manaus. Disembarkation is scheduled between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m., concluding a seven-night experience on the Negro and Solimões rivers, with extraordinary landscapes, lush nature, and contact with Amazonian culture.

What's included

  • Accommodation aboard the Grand Amazon Expedition, in the selected cabin category, with an all-inclusive plan. During their stay, guests can enjoy buffet breakfasts and lunches, à la carte dinners featuring Amazonian and international cuisine, as well as beverages included in the onboard service.
  • Also included are all planned day and night expeditions on the Negro and Solimões rivers, conducted as shared services. These activities allow you to explore the Amazon rainforest, navigate rivers and igarapés (irrigation channels), observe local flora and fauna, visit communities in the region, and discover their customs and traditions. Depending on the itinerary, experiences may include jungle treks, boat trips, bird and Amazon river dolphin watching, piranha fishing, and visits to regional points of interest.
  • The experience is complemented by talks about the Amazon, onboard entertainment activities, folk shows, a welcome cocktail and a gala dinner with the captain.
  • Guests can also enjoy the ship's facilities, which include a swimming pool, gym, free Wi-Fi, room service from 11:00 to 23:00, and onboard medical care.

Not included

  • Flights to/from Manaus
  • Cost of medical emergencies (including evacuation)
  • Gratuities
  • Transfers to/from hotels or airport in Manaus
  • Any additional bar drinks

- For all tours or transfers involving boats, the Port Authorities require a passenger list with full names, dates of birth, and nationalities. Please note that no boat can leave Manaus without this list. We request that you send us this information up to 15 days prior to your arrival date. - During peak periods of the rainy season (May to July) and the dry season (October to December), occasional flooding or severe droughts may occur, causing some lodges to reschedule or replace activities/excursions. For example, walking tours may only be available by boat or may be replaced with other options (rainy season); longer walks with detours from the riverbanks to lodges or other areas, including crossings over mud puddles or springs, may be required (dry season).

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5.0 5 reviews
5.0

Diversión y descanso a bordo

Viajamos dos amigas y quedamos felices con el crucero. Por lo que pagamos, la relación precio-calidad nos pareció buenísima: incluía comidas variadas, espectáculos y muchas actividades sin costos sorpresa. Nunca nos aburrimos; participamos en una clase de coctelería, jugamos trivia musical y vimos un show de acrobacia en cubierta que estuvo increíble. También hubo cine al aire libre, con mantitas y pochoclos, un detalle simple pero encantador. El camarote era cómodo y siempre estaba impecable. Ideal para quienes buscan descansar, divertirse y tener todo organizado sin gastar una fortuna.

Sofía Martínez
5.0

Glaciers, Dolphins, Delicious Onboard Dinners

Celebrating our anniversary on this cruise with my best friend was unforgettable. From the open deck, we watched glaciers glow pink at sunrise, then spotted dolphins racing beside the ship near the fjords. The scenery changed constantly, and we barely touched our cameras. Dinner was a highlight too: the chef served local salmon with lemon-dill butter, followed by warm berry crumble. Even the breakfast pastries tasted freshly baked. The crew made everything feel relaxed, personal, and wonderfully easy.

Emily Carter
5.0

Tripulação cuidadosa, bons serviços e um preço que fez sentido

Voltamos de um cruzeiro de verão muito satisfeitos. A tripulação foi o ponto alto: no segundo dia, a camareira Joana deixou uma toalha dobrada em forma de tartaruga e lembrou nosso horário do jantar sem precisarmos pedir. Todos eram atenciosos, mas sem aquela abordagem insistente. O buffet tinha boa variedade e, pelo preço pago, bebidas e excursões pareceram justas. Só achei o Wi-Fi caro, mas isso não atrapalhou a viagem.

Rafael Martins
5.0

Vom entspannten Boarding bis zur letzten Bucht: Sommerliche Ausblicke und klare Abläufe an Bord

Als allein reisender Backpacker war ich angenehm überrascht, wie reibungslos alles lief. Beim Einschiffen am Terminal bekam ich um 10:20 Uhr mein Armband, und die Mitarbeiter erklärten mir den Ablauf ohne Hektik. Auch beim Ausschiffen waren die Gepäckgruppen klar markiert; mein Rucksack stand schon um 8:05 Uhr bereit. Während der Fahrt glitten wir an bewaldeten Hängen vorbei, später spiegelte sich die Abendsonne in einer kleinen Bucht. Ruhig, gut organisiert und jeden Moment genussvoll.

Lukas Schneider
5.0

Cuisine raffinée et équipage attentionné : une lune de miel réussie en mer

Après quelques jours à bord, on garde surtout le souvenir d’une cuisine étonnamment soignée. Chaque soir, le menu changeait vraiment : ceviche de poisson au citron vert, raviolis maison, puis gâteau au dulce de leche servi tiède. La cheffe venait parfois demander nos impressions, ce qui rendait les repas chaleureux. L’équipage était adorable sans être envahissant : Mateo nous apportait spontanément du thé quand le vent rafraîchissait le pont. Pour notre lune de miel d’été, cette attention et cette douceur ont rendu la croisière inoubliable.

Camille Moreau
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