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Google

"I have been to over 40 countries and I have to say that this is the best private tour company I have ever used!"

— Monica Zayas

"Fred and his team were beyond amazing! They anticipated our every possible need and helped us plan the trip of a lifetime."

— Ilena Kasdan

"The single best vacation experience I have EVER had! It literally was worry free!! Fred answered all questions in the most timely manner!!"

— Heidi Woods

"This trip was by far the best trip we have ever taken. The itinerary was made perfectly for us and our tour guides were the cream of the crop."

— Lisa Pickerman

"Wow, just the best of the best. Incredible communications." ... "It was like having our personal travel folks in the room next to us."

— Ed Geil

"A truly unique, first class and worry free experience! A friend who has traveled the world had told me that Argentina and her experience with Exploration Journeys had been her best travel experience ever, and she was absolutely right! "

— Michelle Bonnet

"Their attention to detail was phenomenal. Really great with communication and helping us to build a vacation that we will never forget!"

— Adam Van Tassell

"I recommend Exploration Journeys 200%. Extremely pleased with each and every service they provided."

— Nalini Ved

"Absolutely spectacular trip to Argentina meticulously planned and delivered by the Exploration Journeys team and partners."

— Jan Laevens

"I can't say enough great things about Fred and the team at Exploration Journeys! They created a fabulous itinerary for us and made our experience completely worry-free."

— Melissa Estrin

"Exploration Journeys (and Fred) is the best travel agent I've worked with! They were responsive during the planning stage, and remained so once we were on the trip."

— Tavia Rutledge

Yelp

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"Excellent!! Service, flexibility and response were great! Would work with them again when we return. Best trip ever!"

— Wendy Goldstein

"I have traveled a lot and have used the services of many different travel companies, but I have never received attention and care on this level. It truly was amazing."

— Karen Lee Zinner

"Everything was on time, efficient and seamless." ... "I have never been on a trip that was so well organized. This made it as stress free as possible and I was able to enjoy every minute. "

— Jackie Hyatt

"I have to admit when I first read the reviews online I was skeptical...no one can be that good...but they really are! They exceeded our expectations..."

— Anya Tomko

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"Extraordinary tour company. Exploration Journeys is entirely faultless. Fred is world-class in organising and customising itineraries to explore Argentina; no request is too small or big!"

— Sally Schmidt

"Over the years we have travelled to over 30 countries, and organization of this tour by EJ is certainly one of the best (if not the best) we have experienced."

— Inge Z.

"Exploration Journeys took the work and stress completely away from us pre-trip and during, enabling us to simply enjoy and share with our family and friends back home as we reflected each day."

— Della R.B.

"We had a terrific experience with Exploration Journeys. Their guides are the best, they booked great hotels for us, and everything worked perfectly."

— Ann G.

"Exploration Journeys planned our itinerary with so much care that we didn’t think about work or stress for a single moment. Everything was handled seamlessly."

— Anya Tomko

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Discover Rio de Janeiro

Breathtaking landscapes & home to one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World"

The Selaron staircase, with its 215 steps, is the largest sculpture in the world made by a single man

Hop on the "bondinho" (a tramway used by locals) for a picturesque ride to Santa Teresa neighborhood

"The Salt Rock", where slaves gathered rest, sing, dance and celebrate their culture

Flying around the Corcovado mountain and Sugar Loaf

A section of the largest mural on Earth on Rio’s newly-renovated Olympic Boulevard

Behold Rio’s wonders from the sky in a helicopter ride

The gardens are interspersed with a lush tropical forest

The vitoria regia lillies are the largest water plants on Earth

It’s time to learn how to prepare Brazil’s most popular alcoholic drinks!

Enjoy a 100% hands-on experience cooking typical Brazilian dishes

Zumbi dos Palmares, the leader of the resistance against enslavement

Discover an off-the beaten-path panoramic viewpoint which most travelers do not get to enjoy

The colossal statue is Rio’s most famous icon and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World

The gardens are the most important reference center worldwide for bromeliads

Returning to ground level after a relaxed stay at the Sugarloaf mountain’s summit

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Rio de Janeiro has been chosen the #1 tourist destination in South America by millions of voters on Trip Advisor in 2017, and has been declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations for its natural and artistic beauty. Also, the city has been declared the first World Capital of Architecture by the UNESCO and the Council of the International Union of Architects in 2019, as a recognition to the architectural treasures that show the city’s culture and history since the 16th century.
From the top of the Corcovado mountain, you can enjoy some of the most awe-inspiring panoramic views of the "Cidade Maravilhosa" (the Marvelous City, as Rio is commonly known) and to amaze yourself with the “Christ the Redeemer” statue, Rio’s most renowned icon and one of the winners of the "New 7 Wonders of the World" worldwide competition in which more than 100 million votes were cast. The natural setting of Rio features the largest natural reserve in the world within an urban setting, imposing mountains and lagoons, beautiful beaches, and also a quaint historic (and also hip) neighborhood that harbors beautiful remnants from Brazil’s Imperial past (Brazil was the only Empire ever in the Americas). Rio also offers world-class dining in a variety of cuisines and a vast array of delicious and exotic fruits and natural juice (arguably the largest variety in the world!).

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Discover Salvador da Bahia

The heart & soul of Afro-Brazilian culture

We’ll enjoy a mesmerizing choreography with feverish rhythms and gorgeously elaborated costumes

Learn to cook and savor typical Bahian dishes, guided by expert local homemakers

One of the impromptu displays of "Capoeira" that sometimes happen in Salvador’s historic center

Mingling with locals and savoring lunch together

It also blends feverish rhythm and physical dexterity

Mingling with locals and enjoying a charming time together

The Pelourinho boasts the greatest heritage of Baroque and Colonial architecture in Latin America

Bahian ladies dressed in their traditional garb

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Salvador da Bahia has been declared “Cultural Heritage of Humanity” by the UNESCO, and in 2018 it was selected by Lonely Planet as one of the top 10 regions in the world to visit. Once the largest city in Brazil, as well as its first capital, it is home to the largest collection of Baroque and Colonial architecture in all of Latin America. Having once been the largest slave trade market in the Americas (7 times more slaves from Africa have been brought to this city alone, than to the entire United States), it remains to this day the epicenter of Afro-Brazilian heritage for all things music, dance and religion. Bahia’s local cuisine is a unique and tasty blend of Portuguese, native Brazilian and African flavors and aromas that’s not to be missed.

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Discover Fernando de Noronha

Exclusive haven for marine wildlife and home to the #1 beach in the world

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Konstantin & Yelena on Fernando de Noronha island

Enjoy marvelous panoramic views while hiking along the coast

Fernando de Noronha’s unique acrobatic Spinner dolphin in action!

You can discover some of the island’s unique marine wildlife while snorkeling

The Fernando de Noronha archipelago was declared an ecological sanctuary by UNESCO for its marine biodiversity

Enjoy snorkeling in front of a beach ranked #1 in the world on Trip Advisor

Sea turtles are a common sight in some areas of the island

Snorkeling during the Fernando de Noronha island tour

See the #1 beach in the world from above and then descend to dive in its waters

Experience breathtaking vistas of the Fernando de Noronha archipelago at sunset

Behold a spectacular sunset from your boat

Bahia dos Porcos beach features the island’s familiar twin peaks

The archipelago is rich in corals and rock formations

Bahia do Sancho beach, ranked the #1 beach in the world by millions of voters on Trip Advisor

Embark on a boat adventure to discover the most beautiful spots on Fernando de Noronha island

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The exclusive island of Fernando de Noronha features the #1 beach in the world, as voted by millions of travelers on Trip Advisor in 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2019; and has been designated Natural Heritage of Mankind by the UNESCO for being a haven for marine wildlife. Its unbeatable climate year-round, breathtaking landscapes and rich marine wildlife make it a unique place to enjoy beach hopping, snorkeling, scuba diving and boating. Enjoy swimming among a collection of multi-colored fish and sea turtles, admiring Spinner Dolphins (which can spin up to an impressive 7 times in a single jump!) while you witnessing a picture-perfect, orange and tangerine imbued sunset.

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Discover Amazon Rainforest

The most bio-diverse ecosystem on Earth, chosen as one of the "New 7 Wonders of Nature" by over 100 million voters

The pitch dark Amazon Rainforest comes alive with animal sounds at night

Meet the unique pink dolphin, the largest freshwater dolphin on Earth

The Black River’s waters are so black they reflect the landscape

The piranha’s teeth are sharp as a razor blade

We’ll also navigate the flooded forests (depending on season)

The Rio Negro (Black River) and Solimoes River meet, but their waters don’t mix

Learn first-hand about the traditions, customs and distinctive perspective on life of a "caboclo" (Amazon dweller)

Enjoy an unique experience around pink dolphins, known for their very friendly nature

Our trek will lead us to beautiful Amazonian landscapes

We’ll also taste exotic fruits during lunch

Embark on a nighttime canoe adventure in search for caimans

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The Amazon Rainforest has been elected one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature by over 100 million voters worldwide, and declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations. The Amazon is the most biodiverse ecosystem on Earth: 20% of all birds on the planet live there, in a single hectare you can find as many different species of trees as in the entire United States and Canada, and its river has more species of fish than all the rivers of Europe combined. It is also, by far, the greatest and most valuable source of oxygen and fresh water on our planet.
In the Amazon jungle you can hike across the thick forest while learning jungle survival techniques and appreciating some of the amazing properties of unique plant species. You can also enjoy jungle navigations, surrounded by the constant cacophony of chirping and singing produced by birds, insects and animals. Also you can meet villagers and learn about their lifestyle, and embark on nighttime navigation adventures in search of caimans.

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