Day 1
Arrival in Rio de Janeiro
You are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to settle in, walk by the beach and ease into the rhythm of the city.
Beach
Rio + Búzios – 8 days / 7 nights
Four nights in Rio and three in Búzios among beaches, small coves and restaurants
8 days / 7 nights Easy to moderate Tailor-made independent journey
Búzios is the simplest coastal extension for travellers who want to follow Rio with a few days beside the sea while keeping a good choice of restaurants, evening life and beaches.
Four nights in Rio are followed by three in Búzios, an easy beach extension without another flight or an island boat transfer.
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Highlights
- Four nights in Rio de Janeiro
- Corcovado and Sugarloaf
- Three nights in Búzios
- Boat trip around the peninsula
- Beaches and evenings around Rua das Pedras
8 days / 7 nights
Day by day
Day 2
Corcovado and Rio’s classic views
A guided city day includes Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado and selected parts of Rio. The exact route is adapted to traffic, weather and hotel location.
Day 3
Sugarloaf and Urca
Ride the cable car to Sugarloaf via Morro da Urca. When weather allows, the visit is timed for the best visibility. The rest of the day is free.
Day 4
Rio at your own pace
A free day for the beach, the Botanical Garden, Santa Teresa, museums, football, shopping or simply time in Ipanema and Copacabana.
Day 5
Rio to Búzios
After breakfast travel east to the Búzios peninsula. Check in and enjoy a free afternoon for the beach or a first walk along Orla Bardot and Rua das Pedras.
Day 6
Búzios from the water
A boat trip along the peninsula includes stops at selected beaches and coves. The rest of the day is free for swimming and the restaurants around the centre.
Day 7
Free day in Búzios
A full day to choose a beach according to wind and waves, stay at the hotel or explore the peninsula independently.
Day 8
Búzios to Rio
Transfer back to Rio de Janeiro and the airport. For an early international departure we normally recommend a final night in Rio.
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Accommodation and facilities
Selected hotel in Rio de Janeiro
A well-located hotel in Ipanema, Copacabana or Leblon is selected according to budget, party profile and preferred atmosphere.
Selected pousada in Búzios
A pousada with convenient access to beaches and the restaurants around the centre is selected according to budget and preferred atmosphere.
Easy to moderate
Physical level
City days involve walking, steps and warm weather. Nature sections may include longer transfers, boat trips and uneven ground.
The pace can be adapted. Tell us if anyone has limited mobility and we will select accommodation and activities accordingly.
Included
- Accommodation with breakfast in Rio
- Airport transfers in Rio
- Guided Rio sightseeing as described in the itinerary
- Local assistance before and during the journey
- Road transfers Rio–Búzios–Rio
- Three nights with breakfast in Búzios
- Shared boat excursion in Búzios
Not included
- International and domestic flights unless explicitly included in the quotation
- Meals other than those stated in the itinerary
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions and upgrades
Good to know
The programme is a suggested framework and is adapted to flight times, weather, opening hours and your preferences.
Hotels and lodges are selected for location, quality, logistics and budget and specified in the personal quotation.
Excursions may move between days without changing the main content of the journey.
Boat routes are adapted to wind and sea conditions and may vary between departures.
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What to bring
These journeys travel through warm climates. Pack light but bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and a lightweight rain layer.
- Light summer clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection and sunglasses
- Lightweight rain layer
- Small daypack
- Swimwear
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
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Images from the destination and tour
Would you like to extend your time in Rio?
We tailor hotels, excursions, transfers, nature programmes and the length of the journey to your dates and preferred standard.