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Special! Wonders of Rio de Janeiro & Beyond
Fully Escorted Tour
Discover the vibrant energy of Rio de Janeiro on this fully escorted vacation with transfers, tours, and more included. Visit Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and the Tijuca Forest, enjoy a favela tour, and take a full-day boat trip to Angra dos Reis. Savor a traditional churrascaria dinner, enjoy daily breakfast, and make the most of some free time to explore Rio at your own pace.
Escorted tours offer expert guides who provide deep local insights and worry-free planned itineraries. Enjoy the company of like-minded travelers, visit hidden gems not found on typical tours, and enjoy peace of mind with a travel support system. This is a fully escorted group tour with a maximum of 50 passengers, departures are guaranteed.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Rio, Brazil (GIG)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 7 nights in Rio at the Windsor Plaza Hotel, or similar
- Half-day tour of Rio including Christ the Redeemer (with lunch)
- Half-day visit to Sugarloaf Mountain
- Half-day Jeep tour of Tijuca Forest and Favela Tour
- Full-day boat tour of Angra dos Reis (with lunch)
- Dinner in a churrascaria
- Breakfast Daily
Great Ways to Explore
Explore the wonders of Rio de Janeiro with guided tours.
Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain for stunning views.
Enjoy free time to explore the stunning beaches.
Indulge in authentic Brazilian food and drinks.
Experience a traditional all-you-can-eat Brazilian barbecue.
This exciting Rio de Janeiro package offers an immersive experience, blending iconic sightseeing with cultural depth and plenty of leisure time. Your guided excursions will take you to major landmarks, starting with a half-day tour to Christ the Redeemer via a scenic train ride. This tour also includes visits to the Metropolitan Cathedral and the vibrant Selarón Steps, complete with a traditional Brazilian lunch.
Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, Guanabara Bay, and the famous beaches below. A unique Jeep tour allows you to dive into the natural and social foundations of Rio, exploring the vast Tijuca Forest, followed by a respectful, non-intrusive guided visit to the Rocinha favela. Finally, enjoy a boat ride to the tropical paradise of Angra dos Reis and visit stunning spots like Lagoa Azul and the Botinas Islands, with lunch featuring local Brazilian cuisine included.
Ample free time is built into this itinerary for relaxation and personal exploration. You will have multiple mornings and one full day at leisure to enjoy the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, perfect for sunbathing, jogging, or watching a beach soccer game. This package also includes a traditional all-you-can-eat churrascaria barbecue dinner.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Rio, Brazil (GIG)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 7 nights in Rio at the Windsor Plaza Hotel, or similar
- Half-day tour of Rio including Christ the Redeemer (with lunch)
- Half-day visit to Sugarloaf Mountain
- Half-day Jeep tour of Tijuca Forest and Favela Tour
- Full-day boat tour of Angra dos Reis (with lunch)
- Dinner in a churrascaria
- Breakfast Daily
Great Ways to Explore
Explore the wonders of Rio de Janeiro with guided tours.
Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain for stunning views.
Enjoy free time to explore the stunning beaches.
Indulge in authentic Brazilian food and drinks.
Experience a traditional all-you-can-eat Brazilian barbecue.
Package Overview
This exciting Rio de Janeiro package offers an immersive experience, blending iconic sightseeing with cultural depth and plenty of leisure time. Your guided excursions will take you to major landmarks, starting with a half-day tour to Christ the Redeemer via a scenic train ride. This tour also includes visits to the Metropolitan Cathedral and the vibrant Selarón Steps, complete with a traditional Brazilian lunch.
Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, Guanabara Bay, and the famous beaches below. A unique Jeep tour allows you to dive into the natural and social foundations of Rio, exploring the vast Tijuca Forest, followed by a respectful, non-intrusive guided visit to the Rocinha favela. Finally, enjoy a boat ride to the tropical paradise of Angra dos Reis and visit stunning spots like Lagoa Azul and the Botinas Islands, with lunch featuring local Brazilian cuisine included.
Ample free time is built into this itinerary for relaxation and personal exploration. You will have multiple mornings and one full day at leisure to enjoy the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, perfect for sunbathing, jogging, or watching a beach soccer game. This package also includes a traditional all-you-can-eat churrascaria barbecue dinner.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Deal Of The Week
Day 1. Rio de Janeiro
After you arrive at the airport, you will be transferred directly to your hotel. Unpack, settle in, and get acquainted with your surroundings.
Transfer from airport to hotel
Check-in - Hotel Windsor Plaza Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
The Windsor Plaza Hotel is situated within the beautiful landscape of the southern area of Rio de Janeiro. Located next to the lively Copacabana Beach, this hotel offers the perfect accommodations for business or leisure. Found in the beginning of Copacabana, it is very close to the beach and minutes from downtown and Santos Dumont Airport.
Day 2. Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, then meet your tour guide for a half-day guided tour of Rio. Today's main highlight is Christ the Redeemer, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
After your included lunch, head back to your hotel and spend the evening at your leisure.
Your half-day tour of Rio begins as you take a scenic train ride up Corcovado Mountain. At the 710-meter summit, you'll visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, a monumental structure inaugurated on October 12, 1931, and is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Afterwards, you'll explore the unique, futuristic architecture of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio before concluding the main stops at the famous Selarón Steps. This tour includes lunch at a typical Brazilian restaurant (drinks are not included).
Day 3. Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll meet your group and visit Sugarloaf Mountain.
This afternoon is yours to spend as you wish. Stop by Copacabana Beach where locals and tourists alike engage in various sports like beach volleyball.
Sugarloaf Mountain is a true symbol of Rio that stands 396 meters tall and overlooks the entrance to Guanabara Bay. The thrilling journey is completed in two stages: first by cable car to Morro da Urca, and then continuing to the summit. From the top of the summit, you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views that include Copacabana, Botafogo, and Flamengo Beaches, Santos Dumont Airport, the Rio-Niteroi Bridge, and the city of Niteroi. You may even spot Governor's Island and the international airport in the distance!
Day 4. Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before starting the day with a Jeep tour of Tijuca National Park.
Tonight, enjoy a delicious authentic Brazilian meal at the hotel's restaurant.
This amazing jungle represents the remaining Atlantic rainforest that once dominated the area, making it the largest urban forest in the world. As you drive through, you may spot local wildlife, including howler monkeys and ocelots, and see stunning waterfalls. Following the nature excursion, you will take a Jeep tour of Rocinha favela with a local guide. This is a respectful and non-intrusive visit designed to provide an authentic understanding of life in this important neighborhood.
Day 5. Rio de Janeiro
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, the morning is yours to explore the vibrant atmosphere of Copacabana and Ipanema beaches.
This evening, you'll savor a traditional all-you-can-eat barbecue dinner at a Brazilian churrascaria.
Savor the authentic flavors of Brazil at a Brazilian churrascaria. This traditional all-you-can-eat barbecue offers a wide variety of meats, as well as delicious alternative options to cater to vegetarian guests.
Please note that transfers are not included, nor are drinks. (Separate individual payment required)
Day 6. Rio de Janeiro
Have a leisurely morning at your hotel and order room service for breakfast. The day is yours to explore Rio independently! Take a walk or rent a bike to ride along the famous black-and-white wave pattern at the Copacabana Beach promenade. Another option is to visit the Copacabana Fort for history and stunning views. Afterwards, have a coffee at the fort's popular café
Copacabana Beach Promenade
Day 7. Rio de Janeiro
Fuel up with breakfast at your hotel, then set out with your tour guide and group on a full day boat tour of Angra dos Reis.
Experience an unforgettable boat ride to discover the natural beauty of Angra dos Reis, one of Brazil's most popular destinations. You will visit four of the area's most famous spots: Lagoa Azul, Praia de Araçá, the Botinas Islands, and Praia das Flechas. In addition to exploring the stunning scenery and learning about the region's rich culture, this tour provides an opportunity to taste the delicious local Caiçara cuisine with an included lunch of traditional dishes (drinks are not included).
Day 8. Depart Rio de Janeiro
After one last morning breakfast at your hotel, hop into your transfer and head back to the airport to board your flight home.
Transfer from hotel to airport
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