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Rio de Janeiro with a Jewish Focus : Private Tour

 
Rio de Janeiro Brazil private tour, personal tour
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The GRAND TEMPLE (1932) was the first construction in Rio specifically designed and built with the intent to become a Synagogue. For several decades, it was the center of social and religious' lives of Rio de Janeiro Jews and where the most distinguished Rabbis and other personalities who visited Rio came to preach.

Jules Sauer is a representative example of the Jewish Saga all over the world. Arrived in Brazil (1939) with a minimum capital and today pursuits the most diversified own private and rare gemstone collection in South America. AMSTERDAM SAUER MUSEUM is located in Ipanema and a full explanation of the precious gems can be expected.

The continuation of our tour toasts Rio's natural beauties and previews a Brazilian Fast Food for lunch.
- SALAD BAR Lunch
- BEACH & LAGOON Sightseeing
- A walk along the BOTANICAL GARDEN provides visitations of the Orchids & Bromeliades Sections, Centenaries Palm Tree Beds, etc. Wild life as monkeys, toucans, parrots , sloths etc is nothing rare to be found.
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  Itinerary:
Our day and the time we start the tour is flexible and is meant to accommodate your schedule and interests.
  Where and When:
Meet up location: Anywhere of your convenience (*) as your hotel lobbies, cruise ship docks, etc.
Full addresses in case of private locations should be provided to better assure our meeting and your drop off!

Cruisers: Please tell me the name of your ship and its scheduled arrival time.
End location: Anywhere of your convenience (*).

* Rio's South Zone - where most hotels are located, Airports, Dock Pier and Downtown Zone are considered.
Attention: West and North Zones are covered under evaluation.

BOOKING REQUIREMENTS
Full names, nationalities and ID numbers are required to attend the Brazilian Tourism Legislation.
Duration: 6 hours
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TOUR PRICE:  (duration 6 hours)
260 USD (for up to 4 people)
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  Estimated Local Cash Needed:
23 R$ - The temple requires a contribution (Rai) of R$ 18/ person which shall be donated right after the visitation. Botanical Garden Entrance fee is R$ 5/ person.
  What's Included:
- Licensed EMBRATUR (*) Tour Guide and Professional Driver's services, the use of Executive Cars plus Gas and Parking.
* Ministry of Tourism in Brazil.
  What's Extra:
You are responsible for purchasing any items of a personal nature related to shopping, souvenirs, snacks, and restaurant meals. The average expense in Salad Bars is R$ 23/ person - Major credit cards are welcome.
  Details:
Tour #: 5961
Tour Type: Cultural, Youth and Family, Other
Transportation Method: Comfortable air-conditioned SUV with Professional driver will be used for 4 people touring together.

This tour can attend BIGGER PARTIES! The cost will increase to US$ 390. The car used will be an air-conditioned Mini Van Mercedes, comfortable for up to 10 people extra guide and driver.
Activity Level: Light
Handicap Friendly: Yes. The Garden is very extensive, regularly spending 1 ½ slowly walking hours. Due to people's limits this visitation can be shortened.
Kid Friendly: Yes. Suitable for children as long as they are supervised.
Language(s): English (fluent), French (fluent), Portuguese (fluent), Spanish (conversational) explanation
Maximum travelers: 4
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