Rio, Green Coast & Sao Paulo (Superior) - 9 days

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Stay in upgraded superior accommodation and embark on this 9-day tour of Brazil's Green Coast. Visit Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and vibrant Selaron Steps. Discover Ilha Grande's pristine Lopes Mendes Beach with its white sands and turquoise waters. In Paraty, wander through the charming UNESCO-listed Historic Centre and e...
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Overview

Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Rio de Janeiro - Enjoy a guided tour of Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, relax on Copacabana Beach and discover more of the city on optional excursions
    • Ilha Grande - Relax at Lopes Mendes Beach, known for its stunning sand, clear waters, and surf-friendly environment
    • Paraty - Explore the UNESCO-listed historic centre, with colonial architecture and cultural heritage
    • Serra da Bocaina National Park - Discover the Pedra Branca Waterfall, Gold Path Landmark, Tobogaa Waterfall, Tarzan’s Well, and visit a local cachaca distillery
    • Sao Paulo - Tour the city when it transforms into a glowing metropolis at night, with illuminated monuments and less of the famous Sao Paulo traffic

What's this trip about?

    Stay in upgraded superior accommodation and embark on this 9-day tour of Brazil's Green Coast. Visit Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and vibrant Selaron Steps. Discover Ilha Grande's pristine Lopes Mendes Beach with its white sands and turquoise waters. In Paraty, wander through the charming UNESCO-listed Historic Centre and enjoy a Jeep tour through lush rainforests, visiting waterfalls and a traditional cachaça distillery. Conclude in Sao Paulo, exploring the city after dark, when its monuments are brightly illuminated.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityRio de Janeiro
End CitySao Paulo

Destinations

Attractions

  • Ilha Grande
  • Paraty
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Sao Paulo

Trip includes

    • 8 breakfasts & 1 lunch
    • 8 nights in superior hotels (upgrade available)
    • Services of expert bi-lingual (English, Spanish and Portuguese) speaking local guides for included sightseeing
    • Private airport arrival transfer on day 1 and private airport departure transfer on day 9
    • Transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
    • Guided sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, including train to Corcovado to visit Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain cable car (7 hours - shared service)
    • Boat transfer to Ilha Grande (3 hours - shared service)
    • Lopez Mendes excursion (6 hours - shared service)
    • 4x4 Jeep Tour in Serra da Bocaina National Park (6 hours - shared service)
    • Paraty city tour (2 hours - shared service)
    • Sao Paulo evening city tour (4 hours - shared service)

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Rio de Janeiro

On arrival in Rio de Janeiro, you will be met and transferred to our hotel in the city. Hotel check-in is from 14:00. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore the vibrant city. Tour Style: This tour includes selected excursions, transportation, and a ch...

Day : 2 Rio de Janeiro

Today, you will enjoy a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro’s highlights, starting with pick-up at 08:00. You will visit the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. You will travel by train through Tijuca Forest to th...

Day : 3 Rio de Janeiro

You have a choice today. You can spend the day independently exploring, or you can opt to join a hike to Petra Bonita, a Carnival experience or join a boat tour of Guanabara Bay. Hiking to Pedra Bonita Embark on a 3.2km hike (approximately 2 hours) to one of Rio’...

Day : 4 Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro - Angra dos Reis - Ilha Grande. Today after breakfast, you will be transferred (approximately 2.5 hours) from the hotel in Rio de Janeiro to Angra dos Reis. Once you have arrived in Angra dos Reis, you will then be transferred by boat to Ilha Grande (approximately 45 minutes). The rest of the day is at leisure for you to enjoy Ilha Grande.

Day : 5 Ilha Grande

Ilha Grande - Angra dos Reis - Ilha Grande. Today, you will enjoy a 6-hour tour to Lopes Mendes Beach, considered one of the most beautiful in Brazil. Located on Ilha Grande, it boasts 3 km of fine white sand, clear blue waters, and plenty of shade. A popular surf spo...

Day : 6 Ilha Grande

Ilha Grande - Angra dos Reis - Paraty. This morning you will be transferred back to Angra dos Reis, and onwards to Paraty (approximately 1.5 hours). You will then enjoy a 2-hour city tour of Paraty, exploring its historical and cultural treasures. Stroll through ...

Day : 7 Paraty

Today, you will join a 4x4 Jeep tour (approximately 6 hours) through the Serra da Bocaina National Park, starting with the cascading Pedra Branca Waterfall and the nearby Pedra Branca Stills. You'll continue to the Gold Path Landmark and then stop for lunch at a local...

Day : 8 Paraty

Paraty - Sao Paulo. Today, you will transfer from Paraty to Sao Paulo, where you will enjoy an included city tour after night has fallen. The city transforms into a glowing metropolis at night, with illuminated monuments and less of the famous Sao Paulo traffic to dea...

Day : 9 Sao Paulo

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for your departure flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,115
Price per day$235
Last Updated: 3/26/2025

All dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Entrance fees - unless specified in the Inclusions
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • Optional activities

Accommodation

Superior hotels (upgrade available)
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