Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado
- The cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain
- The beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema
- Samba, caipirinhas and Rio's energy
- Bohemian Santa Teresa and the Selaron Steps
- A perfect short city-and-beach escape
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 5-day journey.
Met at the airport and transferred to your hotel near the beach, with a welcome dinner and a first caipirinha as you feel Rio's energy.
A guided tour of the Marvellous City, Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado and the cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain, taking in the beaches and neighbourhoods.
A day to enjoy Rio, the bohemian Santa Teresa, the Selaron Steps and the beaches, with a hearty Brazilian churrasco barbecue lunch and an optional samba show.
A free day to enjoy Rio your way, the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, a hang-glide over the coast, the Botanical Gardens, or a football match.
After breakfast you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight, full of Rio's rhythm.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, a welcome dinner and a churrasco lunch
- Airport and internal transfers
- Touring, sightseeing and activities as per itinerary with expert English-speaking guides
- Domestic flights as specified
- National park and attraction entry fees as per itinerary
- a Rio city tour with Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: Requirements vary by nationality and can change, some travellers need an e-visa or visa while others (including UK and EU) do not for short tourism stays; a passport valid for at least six months is required. We confirm the current requirement for your nationality
- Currency: The currency is the Brazilian Real; cards are widely accepted in cities and resorts, but carry some cash for markets, small vendors and remote areas. We advise on current money matters before you travel
- Vast distances: Brazil is huge, the fifth-largest country on earth, so itineraries rely on domestic flights between regions such as Rio, Iguazu, the Amazon and the northeast; these are arranged and included where specified
- Best time to visit: Brazil is tropical and warm year-round; the southern summer (December to March) is hot and lively (and includes Carnival), while the drier winter (June to September) is ideal for the Amazon, the Pantanal and the beaches
- Health: A yellow fever vaccination is recommended, and sometimes required, for the Amazon, the Pantanal and some other regions; bring insect repellent, sun protection and stay hydrated, and we advise on current health requirements
- Beaches & safety: Brazil's cities and beaches are wonderful but, as in any large destination, take sensible precautions, leave valuables in the hotel safe, be discreet with cameras and phones on the beach, and follow your guide's local advice
- Wildlife: The Amazon and especially the Pantanal are among the world's great wildlife destinations; a naturalist guide greatly improves sightings of jaguars, capybaras, caimans, macaws and more, and park fees are included where specified
- Language & power: Portuguese is the language, though English is common in tourism; tipping around ten percent is customary. Power is mostly 127V or 220V with type N plugs, so bring an adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is five days enough for Rio?
It is a great taster that covers the headline sights, beaches and culture with time to explore. If you want to add day trips to Petropolis or Buzios, or combine with Iguazu or the Amazon, we can easily extend your stay.
Can this be extended?
Easily — Rio combines beautifully with the Iguazu Falls, the Amazon, the Pantanal wildlife or the beaches of the northeast, and it connects to Argentina. Just tell us how much time you have.
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included, along with any meals named in the itinerary such as a welcome dinner, a churrasco barbecue or full board in the Amazon and Pantanal where dining options are limited. Other meals are left free with our recommendations.
Are domestic flights included?
Yes — the domestic flights between regions specified in your itinerary, such as Rio to Iguazu or the Amazon, are arranged and included, along with all airport and hotel transfers, so your journey is seamless.
Do I need a visa for Brazil?
It depends on your nationality and can change, some travellers need an e-visa or visa while others do not for short stays. We confirm the current requirement for your nationality, along with any yellow fever certificate, when you book.
When is the best time to visit Brazil?
Brazil is warm year-round; the southern summer (December to March) is hot and lively with Carnival, while the drier winter (June to September) is ideal for the Amazon, the Pantanal and wildlife. We advise on the best timing for your route.
Will I see lots of wildlife?
Very likely in the Amazon and especially the Pantanal, one of the world's best places for jaguars, capybaras, caimans, giant otters and macaws. With a naturalist guide and the dry season for the Pantanal, sightings are excellent, though wildlife can never be guaranteed.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can adjust the balance of city, falls, beach, Amazon and Pantanal, add regions like Salvador or the northeast, change the pace and tailor hotels to your interests and budget.
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