4 Day Amazon River Luxury Cruise from Iquitos on the 'Aria'

Explore the Amazon on this once-in-a-lifetime, four-day luxury river cruise. Your all-inclusive Amazon cruise is filled with fun, adventure and relaxation. See native wildlife and explore local villages while gliding through the world-famous Amazon Rainforest. Book this unique experience now!

Itinerary

Day 1: Friday

Stop At: Iquitos, Iquitos, Loreto Region
It is highly recommended that you take LAN flight 2240 from Lima in order to board the Aria on time. If there are any unexpected delays with flight 2240, the Aria will most likely wait for your arrival.

Upon arrival at the Iquitos International Airport, you'll be met by a representative who will take you by air-conditioned coach to the main wharf in Iquitos. Here, you'll board the Aria and embark on the Amazon journey of a lifetime!

After you getting settled into your room, go through a brief safety training with the staff . Then, enjoy a delicious onboard dinner prepared with local products, including fruit, fish and wine. Meet your naturalist guides and the cruise director while enjoying the beautiful views of the Amazon Rainforest from the upper deck of the boat.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight on the Aria

Day 2: Saturday

Pass By: Amazon River, Iquitos 16000 Peru
Wake up early and catch a glimpse of the majestic sunrise over the Amazon River. Then, enjoy a healthy breakfast before starting your day.

With your local guide, explore the Yacapana Isles, home to many species of iguanas and other wildlife. As you cruise down the Amazon River, you'll have excellent photo opportunities of the native flora and fauna along the riverbanks. You can also learn how to fish for piranhas in the Amazon with your naturalist guide!

Enjoy time to rest before lunch on board the Aria. Then, head to the Yarapa River, where you'll have the opportunity to see the famous pink freshwater dolphins. As nightfall approaches, keep an eye out for nocturnal wildlife including frogs and bats before returning to the Aria.

Back on board, enjoy a pisco sour before dinner on the roof deck.

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Accommodation included: Overnight on the Aria

Day 3: Sunday

Pass By: Ucayali River, Atalaya Peru
Early in the morning, go on an optional excursion, if you wish, to see the wildlife along the Ucayali River. Then, enjoy breakfast on board in the dining room before a jungle hike.

Hike through the Amazon Rainforest to the small village of Magdalena. Interact with locals, and then head further into the rainforest with your guide and make your way to a beautiful lake, home to the famous giant water lilies. Then head back to the Aria for lunch and time to rest.

After lunch, set off on foot along the Ucayali River with your guide to spot pink dolphins, monkeys, birds and other wildlife native to the Amazon. As you walk through the rainforest, keep an eye out for colorful macaws and howler monkeys.

When you’re back on board the Aria, enjoy the beautiful sunset before dinner.

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Accommodation included: Overnight on the Aria

Day 4: Monday

Stop At: Amazon Rescue Center, Carr. Iquitos-Nauta Km 4, 5,, Iquitos 16000 Peru
This morning, we will visit the local fresh market with your guides who can identify the day’s catch by the fishermen of Amazonia and the region’s exotic fruits. Return to the ARIA for breakfast and to pack up. Before saying goodbye, we visit the Manatee Rescue Center, a kind of animal orphanage for Amazonian manatees to rescue, rehabilitate and release them back into the wild. We will also visit San Juan craft market on route to the airport. Lunch or box lunch will be provided, depending on the exact departure flight time, which may vary. Other local activities may be included as well, according to the flight schedule.
To best fit this itinerary into your Peru travel plans, it is highly recommended that you take LAN flight 2241 back to Lima
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Minimum age is 7 years"
"NOTE: highly recommended that you take LAN flight 2240 from Lima in order to board the Aria on time."
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 10:00 AM
Duration: 4 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Departure Point: Tour departs from the Coronel FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta (Iquitos) International Airport
Dates: Friday

Airports

• C.F. Secada Airport, Iquitos Peru

Cancellations and refunds: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Included

• Round-trip airport transfers
• 3 nights accommodation on the Aria
• Meals mentioned in the itinerary
• Activities mentioned in the itinerary
• Bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking guide
• 3x Breakfast
• 2x Dinner
• 3x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 3 nights
• Entry/Admission - Amazon Rescue Center

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Additional services on the Aria
• Alcoholic drinks

Facilities