Manaus, Brazil

Scenic Manaus by Motor Coach

Surprising Metropolis in the Middle of the Amazon Rainforest Ride through the capital of the Amazon, a hub of cosmopolitanism built by wealthy rubber barons. The city is located right where two rivers—the black Rio Negro and the light brown Rio Solimões—meet to form the mighty Amazon. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it contains most of Amazon’s ecosystems. See some of the most historic buildings in the city, such as the ornate Palácio Rio Negro, a cultural center that was originally the home of a German rubber baron, and the riverside Mercado Municipal, a bustling marketplace that sells fish, produce and medicinal herbs. Pause for photos at the opulent Teatro Amazonas, or Manaus Opera House. Then, drive to the Indian Museum, where you will learn about the history of the Amazon’s Indigenous peoples through the museum’s collection of artifacts, costumes and weapons. Afterward, you will return to your awaiting ship. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.