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.
Rio journey
Rio de Janeiro – 5 days / 4 nights
Corcovado, Sugarloaf and time to experience the city at your own pace
5 days / 4 nights Easy to moderate Tailor-made independent journey
Five days make a strong first introduction to Rio. The journey includes the city’s two most famous viewpoints but leaves room at street level too, where beaches, neighbourhoods and everyday life reveal far more than a checklist of sights.
Four nights in Rio with the classic viewpoints, carefully chosen neighbourhoods and a free day for beaches, food, culture or football.
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Highlights
- Four nights in Rio de Janeiro
- Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer
- Sugarloaf Mountain and Urca
- Time for Ipanema, Copacabana and independent exploring
- Private transfers and locally adapted excursions
5 days / 4 nights
Day by day
Day 2
Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer and Rio’s contrasts
A guided city day includes Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado and selected parts of Rio. Depending on traffic and interests, the day may also take in Santa Teresa, the historic centre or other neighbourhoods that complement the mountain views.
Day 3
Sugarloaf, Urca and Guanabara Bay
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 for the beach, Lagoa or independent exploring.
Day 4
Rio at your own pace
A free day to shape around your interests. Ipanema and Copacabana are close at hand, but the Botanical Garden, museums, the historic centre, football or a food experience can be equally rewarding.
Day 5
Departure or onward travel
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport in time for your flight home or the next part of your journey through Brazil.
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Accommodation and facilities
Selected hotel in Rio de Janeiro
We normally recommend a well-located hotel in Ipanema, Copacabana or Leblon, depending on budget, party profile and the atmosphere you prefer.
Easy to moderate
Physical level
The programmes include walking, steps and periods in warm weather. The pace can be adjusted and most transport is by car, minibus or boat.
At Iguazú Falls and on Ilha Grande there is more walking on uneven or wet surfaces. Tell us if anyone has limited mobility and we will adapt the itinerary.
Included
- Accommodation with breakfast as described in the itinerary
- Airport transfers in Rio de Janeiro
- Guided Rio sightseeing as described in the itinerary
- Local transfers explicitly stated in the itinerary
- Local assistance before and during the journey
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 pousadas are selected for location, standard and budget and specified in the personal quotation.
Excursions may move between days without changing the main content of the journey.
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What to bring
Rio and the Costa Verde are often warm and humid. Pack light and bring comfortable shoes, sun protection and a lightweight rain layer.
- Light summer clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection and sunglasses
- Lightweight rain layer
- Small daypack
- Swimwear
- Personal medication
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Images from the destination and tour
Would you like to combine Rio with more of Brazil?
We tailor hotels, excursions, transfers and the length of the journey to your travel dates and preferred standard.