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City & Sun: São Paulo, Paraty & Rio de Janeiro

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Make your way through cities, coastlines, cliffs, and more!

Embark on an adventure-packed 8-night vacation through the stunning cities of Brazil. Traipse through congested cosmopolitan streets, luxuriate on sultry beaches, and hike to the peaks of towering mountains. Enjoy tours in each city, and the freedom to explore for yourself as well!

What's Included
  • Round-trip economy class airfare into São Paulo (GRU), out of Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
  • Round-trip airport transfers
  • 2 nights in São Paulo at the Hotel Blue Tree Premium Paulista, or similar
  • Half-day São Paulo City Tour
  • Land transfer from São Paulo to Paraty
  • 3 nights in Paraty at the Hotel Pousada Porto Imperial, or similar
  • Jeep Tour of Bocaina National Park, Toboga Falls & the Gold Trail
  • Land transfer from Paraty to Rio de Janeiro
  • 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro at the Hotel Windsor Excelsior Copacabana, or similar
  • Full-day tour to Corcovado & Sugar Loaf Mountain
  • Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore

  • Follow your guide through the busy streets of São Paulo and take in as much of the amazing city as you can!

  • Explore the Gold Trail by Jeep and take a dip at the base of beautiful waterfalls.

  • Walk the beaches of Paraty and find the best place to eat in this serene coastal city.

  • Kick off your arrival in Rio de Janeiro with a guided adventure through some of the most iconic landmarks and natural scenery!

  • Relax and enjoy as your transportation is taken care of for you and bilingual guides bring you through each city.

Package Overview

Brazil brings to mind sizzling beaches and dense rainforest, but there is so much more to explore in this amazing country. Begin in the social city of São Paulo, where skyscrapers abound, shopping opportunities are many and varied, and where night inspires a new life to all the party people. Enjoy a guided tour through the city and get acclimated to the best the city has to offer. Then, take the party to Paraty.

Wind down in the coastal city of Paraty. Take in the briny breeze along stretches of beach and explore the stunning natural wonders of the area. Climb aboard a jeep and take it through the Gold Trail where waterfalls await discovery, then take part in the colorful nightlife the city offers. Finally, make your way to the iconic Rio de Janeiro.

Let yourself get caught up in the atmosphere of the city where coastlines and jungle collide with mountains and city life. Get to know the warm and friendly people that inhabit the city, hike to the peak of their mountains, stand beneath the mighty and iconic Christ Redeemer statue, and so much more!

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Day 1. Welcome to Brazil!

Set foot in the biggest city in South America: São Paulo! Stop by your hotel to check-in and drop off your bags, then go exploring! This modernized and industrial, cosmopolitan city offers wide avenues, skyscrapers, residential suburbs, a busy nightlife, and lavish shopping possibilities. Pick out a place to shop, sight-see, or grab dinner for the night!

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Check-in - Blue Tree Premium Paulista

São Paulo, Brazil
4 out of 5 stars

Blue Tree Premium Paulista is a sleek, modern-style hotel right in the heart of Sao Paulo. The hotel is located just under 600 feet from Paulista Avenue, which makes it an excellent spot for guests who want access to all that the city has to offer. Nearby attractions include multiple theatres, museums such as the Sao Paula Museum of Art and the Museo de Futbol, and the famous Ibirapuera Park.

The hotel itself has plenty of amenities including a fitness center, spa, restaurant, bar, indoor pool, and more.

Day 2. São Paulo

Enjoy a Brazilian buffet breakfast that offers the staples of the area, like coffee, cornmeal, toast, cheese puffs and more, before heading out on a half-day tour of downtown São Paulo. 

You can return to your hotel for a break after the tour, or you might want to revisit some of the sights you saw but didn't get to fully appreciate. You can also wander through one of the many beautiful and vibrant markets, or pick out a place for dinner to get an authentic taste of the local fare.

Sao Paulo Half-Day City Tour

Spend half the day touring through the beautiful history left around downtown Sao Paulo. Enjoy as your guide leads you through Paulista Avenue, a financial district that includes Pateo do Colegio, Liberdade Se Cathedral,  MASP Museum, Sao Bento Monastery, Trianon, City Hall, Ibirapuera Park, and the Municipal Theater.

Day 3. São Paulo - Paraty

Enjoy breakfast before embarking via car to your next destination: Paraty. This coastal city is sure to please, with everything from city-life to lush forest and waterfalls

Transfer to Paraty

Check-in - Hotel Pousada Porto Imperial

Paraty, Brazil
3 out of 5 stars

This charismatic hotel in Paraty offers the quaintness of colonial times combined with today's modern comforts. Guests will feel relaxed and care-free during their stay, whether grabbing a drink at the bar, or lounging in the garden and gazing upon the native plants of the Atlantic Forest. The hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool with hydromassage, a sauna, massage room, and heated jacuzzi. 

A standard guest room is brightly decorated with bold colors and has comfortable beds and a private bathroom. Additionally, rooms include a minibar, hair-dryer, television, in-room safe, dehumidifier, telephone, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. 

Hotel Pousada Porto Imperial is located in the historic center of Paraty with its quaint cobblestone streets and historical attractions. The hotel is also within a 1-minute walking distance to Praca Vanessa de Oliveira Porto (beach), as well as historical landmarks like Praca do chafariz and the cultural center Casa da Cultura de Paraty.

Day 4. Paraty

Enjoy breakfast before setting out on a 6-hour jeep tour through the Gold Trail and waterfalls that lie hidden throughout the area. Visit cachaca distilleries as well.

If the day hasn't worn you out, you can explore Paraty's town, picking out the best bars and pubs to join in with its colorful nightlife, or you can simply lounge and enjoy the beach.

Jeep Tour Waterfalls and Gold Trail

Climb aboard the Jeep that will take you through the National Park of Serra da Bocania, where you'll get to pass by the Gold Trail, visit waterfalls and cachaca distilleries, tour to the Toboga Waterfall and even stop for a swim in Tarzan's Waterfall, which provides a beautiful spot to relax and bathe. 

On your return trip, you'll stop again at the Pedra Branca waterfall, which is one of the biggest waterfalls in the region. The entire trip makes for a wonderful opportunity to see indigenous flora and fauna.

**Remark: Optional lunch at local restaurant not included. Jeep Tour on shared basis (together with other travellers)

Day 5. Paraty

Today is a day for your own exploration. You can rent a kayak and row over to explore the Jabaquara Mangroves, roam over the stunning Saco do Mamangua, or browse through Praia Grande, a large and bustling fishing market where the day's freshest catches are all up for sale amidst a cluttering of pubs ripe with adventure.

Paraty Boats

Paraty Boats

Day 6. Paraty - Rio de Janeiro

Make sure your belongings are together before grabbing breakfast, because you'll be departing for Rio de Janerio today!

If you're looking to unwind before your big adventure tomorrow, you can check out the lovely Ipanema Beach and relax, or you can get right into the nightlife and join the festivities usually going on at Lapa.

Transfer to Rio de Janeiro

Check-in - Windsor Excelsior Copacabana

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
4 out of 5 stars

The 4-star Windsor Excelsior Copacabana is an upscale hotel located just in front of Copacabana Beach. Enjoy walking distance from one of the best beaches in Rio de Janeiro while partaking in the captivating atmosphere of this luxury hotel. Some of the best highlights include a rooftop terrace offering panoramic views of the ocean, a gorgeous pool, and fitness center. Enjoy dining at the hotel's on-site restaurants which serve traditional Brazilian food as well as some international cuisines, followed by some drinks at the hotel's lobby or rooftop bar.

All comfortable guest rooms come equipped with a television, private bathroom, large window, coffee/tea maker, and more. Room service and internet access are also provided. The hotel's front desk is open 24-hours a day and speaks multiple languages. Concierge services and tour recommendations also are available upon request.

Both Copacabana Beach and the Cardeal Arcoverde metro station are within a few minutes walking distance from the hotel. Other nearby attractions include the Copacabana Fort, Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens, and Tijuca Forest National Park.

Day 7. Rio de Janeiro

Set out today on a journey through the Tijuca Forest, up Corcovado Mountain, to the peak of Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Continue on to Flamengo Park all the way to downtown, where you'll have the opportunity to explore attractions like the National Library, Saint Sebastian Cathedral, Candelaria Church, the Fine Arts Museum, and more.

Tour to Corcovado & Sugarloaf Mountain (full-day)

Tour the famous Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountains! Drive through Tijuca Forest and up to the 2,329 ft high Corcovado Mountain. At the top of Corcovado, proceed up the steps that lead to the peak´s lookout, where the towering statue of Christ the Redeemer stands. 

The tour continues through Rio’s world-famous beaches to board a cable car for a two-staged ascent up Sugarloaf Mountain. After admiring the views, descend the mountain and proceed along Guanabara Bay and Flamengo Park. Visit downtown Rio, passing by the financial and business center and other attractions like Candelaria Church, Saint Sebastian Cathedral, Lapa Arches, Municipal Theater, National Library, Fine Arts Museum and the Sambodrome - site of Rio’s famous Carnival parade. 

Day 8. Rio de Janeiro

Today is yours to spend at leisure. You can return to downtown and shop in the many stores, find excellent restaurants for a bite to eat, lounge along the sun-soaked beaches, or maybe explore attractions nearby, like the Jardin Botanico.

Sugar Loaf Mountain Rio de Janeiro

Sugar Loaf Mountain • Rio de Janeiro

Day 9. Depart Brazil

Pack your bags, tuck away your souvenirs, and head out to the airport. Wave goodbye to Brazil...for now!

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Package Overview

City & Sun: São Paulo, Paraty & Rio de Janeiro

Three times the fun!

São Paulo, Brazil First spot   
São Paulo, Brazil

Blue Tree Premium Paulista

Modern-style hotel in the heart of Sao Paulo

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Paraty, Brazil

Hotel Pousada Porto Imperial

Colonial mansion in historic town center

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Windsor Excelsior Copacabana

4-star hotel in front of Copacabana Beach

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