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11-Day Charming Brazil

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Trip Overview

Spend 11 incredible days exploring the many natural wonders and vibrant cities that Brazil has to offer.

Begin your journey in the wonderful city of Rio de Janeiro, where you will get a chance to see one of the most iconic monuments in the country: the towering statue Christ the Redeemer. Straddling the border between Argentina and Brazil, in Iguazu Falls you will witness the largest and most spectacular waterfall system in the world!

Continue your trip heading to Paraty, a charming colonial city that is brimming with history and culture and a rich gastronomy. Finally, spend some time relaxing in Ilha Grande, where its dozens of pristine beaches and crystal clear waters will mark a beautiful ending to your Brazilian holiday.
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing
Beach & Sea
Culture & Arts
Hiking & Trekking

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at the Wonderful City

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Arrival at the Wonderful City

You will arrive at the airport in Rio de Janeiro where you will be privately received and transferred to your hotel. You can spend the rest of your day off relaxing at your hotel or exploring some of Rio de Janeiro at your leisure. Copacabana Beach is one of Rio's most important coastlines and has a vibrant atmosphere packed with both tourists and locals.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rio Othon Palace4 star

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    Activities

    Copacabana BeachOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Rio de Janeiro Airport RJ Santos Dumont to Hotel Rio Othon Palace

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

Day 2

Sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro- Statue of Christ the Redeemer

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Sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro- Statue of Christ the Redeemer

Today you will embark on a full-day tour of the most emblematic sights that Rio has to offer. Start your day riding the cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain, from where you will have incredible views of the rainforest, the sprawling city. You will also get a chance to see the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Located on Corcovado mountain, this is one of Brazil's most treasured landmarks. When finished at the statue of Christ the Redeemer, you'll head back to your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rio Othon Palace4 star

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    Activities

    Rio de Janeiro Tour

    Christ the Redeemer

    Sugar Loaf

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    Transportations

    Cable Car from Red Beach to Sugarloaf Mountain

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

Day 3

Two Brothers Peak Hike and Favela Visit

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Two Brothers Peak Hike and Favela Visit

This fantastic tour offers you magnificent views of Ipanema Beach and the Atlantic Ocean and Rocinha, the largest favela of Rio. You will begin with a 15-minute walk on the seaside to find the entrance of the Vidigal Favela, where you'll catch a VW van for a ride to the top of the favela. Then, embark on a 45-minute hike through woods to reach the summit of the Two Brothers Peak (660 metres high). On this day you will see a unique side to Rio!

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Rio Othon Palace4 star

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    Activities

    Rio de Janeiro Half-Day Tour: Two Brothers Peak and Vidigal Favela

    Free Time in Rio de JaneiroOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

Day 4

Departure to Iguaçu

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Departure to Iguaçu

This morning you are free to spend some time in Rio de Janeiro, where you can take a stroll around the lush botanical gardens or explore Rio's historic centre. After lunch, you will be privately transferred to the airport for your flight to Iguaçu Falls. After arriving in Foz do Iguaçu, you will visit the Brazilian side of Iguaçu Falls, one of the most beautiful natural parks in the world, which contains 275 waterfalls

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    Accommodation

    Wish Foz do Iguaçu5 star

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    Activities

    Iguacu National Park - Brazil

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hotel Rio Othon Palace to RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim International Airport

    Plane from RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim International Airport to Foz do Iguaçu

    Private Driver from Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU) to Wish Foz do Iguaçu

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rio de Janeiro

    Foz do Iguaçu

    State of Paraná

Day 5

Visiting Iguaçu Falls

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Visiting Iguaçu Falls

Today you will explore the Argentinian side of Iguaçu Falls. In the National Park, board a train headed to the Devil's Throat, where a walkway will lead you to an impressive view of the tallest waterfall in Iguaçu. After enjoying the scenery, get off the train and walk through the walkways that provide a more complete view of the falls. When you leave the park, you will have lunch at El Fortin Cataratas Restaurant and then visit a bird park with over 180 different species of birds.

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    Accommodation

    Wish Foz do Iguaçu5 star

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    Activities

    Devil's Throat

    Parque das Aves

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Wish Foz do Iguaçu to Iguazu National Park

    Train from Iguazu National Park to Devil's Throat

    Private Driver from Parque das aves to Wish Foz do Iguaçu

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Foz do Iguaçu

    Argentina

    State of Paraná

Day 6

Travel to Paraty

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Travel to Paraty

Today is a travel day. In the morning, a private driver will take you to the airport in Iguazu in time to catch a flight to Rio de Janeiro. The journey will take around two and a half hours. Upon your arrival in Rio, a private vehicle will collect you at the arrivals hall and transfer you to the village of Paraty. The drive takes around four hours.

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    Accommodation

    Pousada do Ouro3 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Wish Foz do Iguaçu to Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU)

    Plane from Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU) to RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim International Airport

    Private Driver from Rio de Janeiro Airport RJ Santos Dumont to Pousada do Ouro - Paraty

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Foz do Iguaçu

    Paraty

Day 7

Boat Tour and Historic Centre of Paraty

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Boat Tour and Historic Centre of Paraty

Paraty has 65 islands and over 300 beaches of rare beauty, surrounded by lush vegetation. Excellent for bathing, diving, snorkeling, contemplation of nature and certainly to relax and invigorate. Some islands have great restaurants with great scenery of the bay. The itinerary is exclusive and lasts about 5 hours, with 3 or 4 stops. The sailor will tell you which are the best stops according to your preferences. Swimming, diving, walking on the sand or simply admiring the nature from the boat.

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    Accommodation

    Pousada do Ouro3 star

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    Activities

    Private Boat Tour of Paraty

    Paraty Historical Centre

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Paraty

Day 8

Travel to Ilha Grande

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Travel to Ilha Grande

At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to Angra dos Reis by private vehicle. Here you will take a two-hour boat journey to Ilha Grande, a large island boasting of gorgeous beaches and excellent hiking trails. Once you arrive in Ilha Grande, you will be received and transferred to your hotel by private vehicle, where you can spend the rest of the day relaxing.

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    Accommodation

    Sagu Mini Resort3 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Paraty to Angra dos Reis

    Boat from Ilha Grande to Pousada Naturalia

    Private Driver from Ilha Grande to Sagu Mini Resort

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Paraty

    Angra dos Reis

Day 9

Free Day in Ilha Grande

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Free Day in Ilha Grande

Today you will have the day free to explore Ilha Grande at your leisure. Ilha Grande, which translates to "Big Island" is a popular getaway located just off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The island boasts of white beaches, dense forest hiking trails and sparkling lagoons to explore by boat. You can relax on the coastline or spend the day swimming and snorkelling in the inviting waters surrounding the island.

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    Accommodation

    Sagu Mini Resort3 star

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    Activities

    Ilha GrandeOptional Activity

    Lagoa Azul - Ilha Grande

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Angra dos Reis

    State of Rio de Janeiro

Day 10

Explore llha Grande

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Explore llha Grande

You have a second day to explore Ilha Grande as you wish. One of the most charming aspects of the island is that there are no motorized vehicles, which makes it the perfect place for adventure lovers who enjoy outdoor activities. Ilha Grande is an excellent place to go scuba diving, swimming or snorkelling. You can also do one of the many hiking trails found here, one of the most notable ones is climbing the highest peak on the island, Pico do Papagaio.

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    Accommodation

    Sagu Mini Resort3 star

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    Activities

    Ilha GrandeOptional Activity

    Pico do PapagaioOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Angra dos Reis

    State of Rio de Janeiro

Day 11

Departure from Rio de Janeiro

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Departure from Rio de Janeiro

After breakfast at your hotel, you will pack your belongings after an unforgettable holiday in Brazil. At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to Rio de Janeiro airport for your international flight back home.

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    Transportations

    Boat from Ilha Grande to Conceição de Jacareí

    Private Driver from Ilha Grande to Rio de Janeiro

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Angra dos Reis

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What’s included?

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 10 activities
  • 11 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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