A cyclist rides through a park with a view of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro.
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Feel Rio de Janeiro: from sea to soul

From
CAD 2,649
Duration
10 days
Countries
Brazil
Activity
easy

The adventure

An unforgettable journey through Rio de Janeiro. Visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. From Rio’s historic city center to Angra dos Reis's beautiful beaches, experience wonderful views, rich culture, and local flavors along the way.

At a glance

Duration
10 days
Route
Countries
Brazil
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
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Day by day

A cyclist rides through a park with a view of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro.
Your journey through

Brazil

Day 1Canada - Night on boardReady to explore the delights of beautiful Brazil? Head to your departure airport for a flight to Rio de Janeiro. Night on board.If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Picturesque coastline with ocean waves and coastal houses under a clear blue sky.Canada
Ready to explore the delights of beautiful Brazil? Head to your departure airport for a flight to Rio de Janeiro. Night on board.If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Map showing Canada
Day 2Rio de JaneiroArrive at Rio de Janeiro airport. You’ve arrived in Brazil! Once you’ve felt the refreshing tropical air, your guide will greet you, accompany you to your hotel, and assist you with check-in. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Stunning aerial view of Vidigal Beach with lush greenery and cityscape in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Rio de Janeiro
Arrive at Rio de Janeiro airport. You’ve arrived in Brazil! Once you’ve felt the refreshing tropical air, your guide will greet you, accompany you to your hotel, and assist you with check-in. Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro
Day 3Rio de JaneiroBreakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World: Christ the Redeemer, which sits atop Mount Corcovado. From there, you’ll also enjoy a panoramic view of the city’s most famous landmarks—Copacabana, Ipanema, and Sugarloaf Mountain.After descending, you’ll take a city tour of Rio de Janeiro, exploring the Cathedral of St. Sebastian, the Selarón Steps, and enjoying a panoramic view of the Maracanã Stadium and the Sambadrome. If you're hungry for local seafood, we recommend dinner at Marius Degustare*.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Dinner at a seafood restaurant: Taste delicious fresh seafood in a stunning, beautifully appointed restaurant.
A cyclist rides through a park with a view of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro.Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World: Christ the Redeemer, which sits atop Mount Corcovado. From there, you’ll also enjoy a panoramic view of the city’s most famous landmarks—Copacabana, Ipanema, and Sugarloaf Mountain.After descending, you’ll take a city tour of Rio de Janeiro, exploring the Cathedral of St. Sebastian, the Selarón Steps, and enjoying a panoramic view of the Maracanã Stadium and the Sambadrome. If you're hungry for local seafood, we recommend dinner at Marius Degustare*.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Dinner at a seafood restaurant: Taste delicious fresh seafood in a stunning, beautifully appointed restaurant.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro
Day 4Rio de JaneiroBreakfast at the hotel. It’s time to visit the renowned Sugarloaf Mountain, where you’ll take a two-stage cable car for a breathtaking panoramic view of Rio’s South Zone beaches from above.Afterward, return to the city for some leisure time. If you’re looking to go even higher, we recommend a helicopter ride over the city*.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Helicopter Ride: See the magnificent city of Rio de Janeiro from above on an unforgettable 30-minute helicopter ride.
Panoramic view of Pedra da Gávea framed by palm trees in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. It’s time to visit the renowned Sugarloaf Mountain, where you’ll take a two-stage cable car for a breathtaking panoramic view of Rio’s South Zone beaches from above.Afterward, return to the city for some leisure time. If you’re looking to go even higher, we recommend a helicopter ride over the city*.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Helicopter Ride: See the magnificent city of Rio de Janeiro from above on an unforgettable 30-minute helicopter ride.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro
Day 5Rio de JaneiroBreakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll enjoy a full-day excursion to Angra dos Reis. You’ll travel approximately 3 hours by bus to the port, where you’ll board a schooner for a scenic ride to Ilha Grande.You’ll snorkel at Lagoa Azul, and visit Freguesia de Santana and Baleira Beach. At Japariz Beach, enjoy a homemade buffet before taking the boat ride back to the port and returning to Rio.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Scenic view of Sugarloaf Mountain with sailboats on a sunny day in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll enjoy a full-day excursion to Angra dos Reis. You’ll travel approximately 3 hours by bus to the port, where you’ll board a schooner for a scenic ride to Ilha Grande.You’ll snorkel at Lagoa Azul, and visit Freguesia de Santana and Baleira Beach. At Japariz Beach, enjoy a homemade buffet before taking the boat ride back to the port and returning to Rio.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro
Day 6Rio de JaneiroBreakfast at the hotel. Today you have free time to explore the city at your leisure. We recommend an excursion to Tijuca Forest*—the largest urban forest in the world. Discover its rich biodiversity and views of the beaches.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Half-day Tijuca Forest tour: Enjoy stunning views of Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, Guanabara Bay, and the city of Niterói from the largest urban forest in the world. On this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to spot native wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, and various bird species.
Stunning aerial view of Vidigal Beach with lush greenery and cityscape in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you have free time to explore the city at your leisure. We recommend an excursion to Tijuca Forest*—the largest urban forest in the world. Discover its rich biodiversity and views of the beaches.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Half-day Tijuca Forest tour: Enjoy stunning views of Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, Guanabara Bay, and the city of Niterói from the largest urban forest in the world. On this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to spot native wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, and various bird species.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro
Day 7Rio de JaneiroBreakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll get acquainted with the historic city center of Rio de Janeiro. Starting at the famous pastry shop Confeitaria Colombo, you’ll then visit Travessa do Comércio, Praça XV, Cinelândia, the Municipal Theatre, and the National Library.To finish, enjoy a panoramic tram ride through the Santa Teresa neighborhood. In the evening, we recommend a rodízio dinner and show at Rio Scenarium*.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Rodizio dinner and show at Rio Scenarium: A memorable evening with mouthwatering cuts of meat at a traditional “rodizio” restaurant, topped off with vibrant live Brazilian music at Rio Scenarium.
A cyclist rides through a park with a view of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro.Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you’ll get acquainted with the historic city center of Rio de Janeiro. Starting at the famous pastry shop Confeitaria Colombo, you’ll then visit Travessa do Comércio, Praça XV, Cinelândia, the Municipal Theatre, and the National Library.To finish, enjoy a panoramic tram ride through the Santa Teresa neighborhood. In the evening, we recommend a rodízio dinner and show at Rio Scenarium*.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Rodizio dinner and show at Rio Scenarium: A memorable evening with mouthwatering cuts of meat at a traditional “rodizio” restaurant, topped off with vibrant live Brazilian music at Rio Scenarium.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro
Day 8Rio de JaneiroBreakfast at the hotel. On your last day in Rio, you’ll have time to explore the city at your own pace. But don’t worry, we also offer optional activities for those who want to dive deeper into the city’s culture.You can join a Brazilian cooking class*, where you’ll learn to prepare feijoada or seafood moqueca. Or set sail on a cruise** through Guanabara Bay to admire Rio’s most famous landmarks and take a dip in some of the bay’s most refreshing swimming spots.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Brazilian cooking class: Discover Brazilian cuisine as the chef guides you through selecting fresh ingredients and preparing either feijoada or seafood moqueca.**Optional Guanabara Bay Boat Tour: Sail through Rio’s Guanabara Bay on a boat, enjoying views of Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and more. Pause for refreshing swims and take in Rio's stunning beaches and landmarks.
Panoramic view of Pedra da Gávea framed by palm trees in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel. On your last day in Rio, you’ll have time to explore the city at your own pace. But don’t worry, we also offer optional activities for those who want to dive deeper into the city’s culture.You can join a Brazilian cooking class*, where you’ll learn to prepare feijoada or seafood moqueca. Or set sail on a cruise** through Guanabara Bay to admire Rio’s most famous landmarks and take a dip in some of the bay’s most refreshing swimming spots.Overnight stay in Rio de Janeiro.*Optional Brazilian cooking class: Discover Brazilian cuisine as the chef guides you through selecting fresh ingredients and preparing either feijoada or seafood moqueca.**Optional Guanabara Bay Boat Tour: Sail through Rio’s Guanabara Bay on a boat, enjoying views of Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and more. Pause for refreshing swims and take in Rio's stunning beaches and landmarks.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro
Day 9Rio de Janeiro - Night on boardBreakfast at the hotel.* Today, as your Brazilian adventure comes to an end, you’ll head home carrying with you unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of the colorful city of Rio de Janeiro.You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Scenic view of Sugarloaf Mountain with sailboats on a sunny day in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Rio de Janeiro
Breakfast at the hotel.* Today, as your Brazilian adventure comes to an end, you’ll head home carrying with you unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of the colorful city of Rio de Janeiro.You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Map showing Rio de Janeiro

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