Fly overnight to Rio de Janeiro.

After a morning flight arrival make your your way to Copacabana Beach for an overnght hotel stay.

A further two nights' hotel stay

Make your way to the airport for your evening flight to Manaus. Then check in at your hotel for an overnight stay

A further overnight hotel stay.

Make your way to the river cruise termnal to embark the boat. Set off on an extraordinary journey into the heart of the Amazon, where the mysteries of the rainforest meet the beauty of the Amazon River. This cruise invites you to navigate the legendary waters of the Rio Negro and Solimões (the upper Amazon), where the famous Meeting of the Waters unfolds—a spectacular natural phenomenon.

You will explore stunning landscapes of winding rivers, lush forests, and vibrant floating villages teeming with authentic local
life. Each stop offers a deep dive into local culture and wild nature: meet indigenous communities, and discover their ancestral traditions,
and spiritual rites.. You’ll be accompanied by expert naturalists and guides who will help you spot pink dolphins, caimans, exotic birds, and elusive jaguars. Beyond nature, this adventure opens the door to a rich history marked by missionaries, explorers, and rubber trade legends.

At sunrise, board a private motorized boat for an early-morning birdwatching excursion on the lakes and the narrow channels connecting the lakes to the main river-upstream from the Purus River. This is the perfect time to spot herons, white or blue egrets, hear the chorus of jacanas (graceful water hens), and witness the majestic flight of fishing eagles. In the afternoon, meet riverside communities who make their living fishing giant catfish, and visit traditional floating houses.

We'll spend the rest of the afternoon cruising, relax and take in the ever-changing scenery along the riverbanks: colourful stilt houses or floating homes, scenes of fishermen casting their nets, children and women bathing or doing laundry, goods being loaded onto boats, and abundant wildlife. Perhaps take an optional nighttime expedition by private motorboat offers a chance to spot nocturnal animals in their natural habitat. 

In the morning, board a private boat to explore the rich Amazonian wildlife and lush flora. On the way back, stop at a local açaí producer who will introduce you to the cultivation of this magical berry—harvested from a palm tree and renowned for its high vitamin C and antioxidant content. Then, visit a charming Amazonian town where the vibrant energy of the market, local crafts, and bustling daily life offer a glimpse into a thriving culture.

You’ll also delve into its little-known history, marked by the brave “rubber soldiers” who played a key role during World War II. In the afternoon, continue cruising and observe daily life along the riverbanks. As the day winds down, enjoy a sunset-coloured aperitif and take time to share stories and impressions with your guides.

Early morning departure for a forest walk. This area is home to one of the most majestic trees in the Amazon[1]the Brazil nut tree-whose fruits are harvested from January to June. It’s a demanding task, carried out in a forest where spotting a jaguar is not just a dream. Afternoon cruising. Mid-afternoon, enjoy a private boat excursion to observe the region’s rich wildlife and flora. Dinner onboard and continue cruising.

Early morning, board a private boat for a visit to the Spiritan Mission, the historic heart of the town of Tefé for an authentic glimpse into local Amazonian life. Return onboard and cruise toward the Mamirauá Reserve taking in the scenery along the riverbanks: colourful parrots, fishing eagles, elegant snowy egrets, and the iconic pink and gray river dolphins of the Amazon.

In the afternoon, visit a local community, followed by a private boat excursion through nearby lakes and into the primary forest in search of the Uacari monkey. 

At dawn, depart in a private boat to witness the awakening of the forest. This magical moment, bathed in golden morning light, is a true paradise for birdwatchers: cormorants, egrets, and other birds take flight by the dozens from their roosts to the lakes and rivers where they feed. Return onboard for an afternoon of cruising. Enjoy the captivating parade of the river: stilt houses, sock-shaped hanging nests sheltering yellow and-black plumaged japins, noisy parrots in flight, boats loaded with colorful hammocks, children steering their canoes offering forest fruits and roots. A true life-sized adventure film. Late in the day, before sunset, set out again in a private boat for one last immersion in the local wildlife and flora. Dinner and overnight onboard your ship.

Morning departure by private boat to explore the many winding channels between the islands around Fonte Boa. This region thrives on sustainable fishing of the pirarucu, known as the "Amazonian cod." This giant of the waters, reaching up to two meters and weighing over a hundred kilos, is famous for its delicate flesh and powerful jaws. You'll also have the chance to try your hand at piranha fishing. Afternoon cruising followed by another nature excursion to observe the surrounding wildlife and flora. Dinner and overnight onboard your ship. 

Early morning departure by private boat for a sunrise exploration of the town of Jutaí and its surroundings, bathed in golden morning light. Return onboard and enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruising. From the deck or your cabin, take in the lively riverbanks, abundant wildlife, and lush vegetation – a true living theatre where monkeys, birds, dolphins, and butterflies perform against a magnificent backdrop. Dinner and overnight onboard your ship.

Morning departure by private boat along the Içá River. A short guided walk led by members of the local indigenous community takes you to a sacred clearing, where the maloca—a large communal house and spiritual and social center of the village—stands. You will be warmly welcomed by community leaders, including the cacique (village chief), for a unique moment of exchange. At the heart of this encounter, witness the Moça Nova ritual, an initiation ceremony celebrating the transition to adulthood of young girls. A traditional lunch is served under the maloca in a simple and warm atmosphere. Late morning return onboard and continuation of cruising. Spend the afternoon relaxing, enjoying the views from the deck, or joining a naturalist outing by private boat. Dinner and overnight onboard your ship. 

Early morning departure for a rare encounter with indigenous peoples. Late morning return onboard and navigation towards Tabatinga. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Colombian town of Leticia by tuk-tuk. Wander through its charming streets, explore the ethnographic museum rich with stories and artifacts of local cultures, and browse shops filled with indigenous crafts. Discover its lively market, a kaleidoscope of colors, scents, and flavours. At sunset, don’t miss one of nature’s most astonishing spectacles: thousands of parrots flock to the trees in the central park, creating a magical and surprising concert of sounds. Dinner and overnight onboard your ship.

Disembark the boat after brakfats and ake your way to the nearby airport for your direct flight to Manaus. Stay overnight in Manaus.

Make your way to the nearby airport for your overnight flght home.