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With tantalizing beaches and breathtaking jungles, Brazil is one of the most captivating countries in Latin America. With this Brazil travel package you’ll discover the dynamic atmosphere of Rio de Janeiro, the rich culture of Salvador de Bahia – where the famous Capoeira martial art dance originated – and the depths of the Amazon rainforest.

There is no better place to start your Brazil vacation than in vibrant Rio. Here you’ll see the city’s highlights, including one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer. Travel on to Salvador de Bahia, the center of the Afro-Brazilian culture, where you’ll be welcomed by beautiful white sand beaches and impressive cultural heritage.

You’ll end this adventure in the lush Amazon rainforest, one of the most biologically diverse areas on the planet. Jungle activities in Manaus are variable based on season and lodge selection, so be sure to speak with a travel advisor for specifics. 

Day 1 : Arrival to Rio de Janeiro
Day 2 : Half Day Tour of Christ the Redeemer
Day 3 : Free Day in Rio de Janeiro
Day 4 : Arrival to Salvador de Bahia
Day 5 : Salvador de Bahia Tour
Day 6 : Free Day in Salvador de Bahia
Day 7 : Arrival to Manaus (Amazon)
Day 8 : Amazon Jungle Activities
Day 9 : Amazon Jungle Activities
Day 10 : Departure from Manaus

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Day 1 : Arrival to Rio de Janeiro

• Upon arrival at the Rio de Janeiro airport, you will be greeted by a Brazil For Less representative who will take you to your confirmed Rio de Janeiro hotel.
• You will have the remainder of the day to enjoy at your leisure, resting at your hotel and exploring the dynamic city on your own.
• Check out our Rio de Janeiro Guide for suggestions on where to eat and what to do in Rio.

Day 2 : Half Day Tour of Christ the Redeemer

• Today you’ll enjoy a private half-day tour up Corcovado, the mountain in the middle of Rio de Janeiro that is famous for its massive Christ the Redeemer statue.
• After meeting your guide at your hotel, you’ll ride through Laranjeiras, one of the city’s oldest residential districts, and into the traditional Cosme Velho neighborhood. Here, you will board a mountain train for a scenic trip through the Tijuca forest, the largest urban forest in the world.
• Upon reaching the top, 2,300 feet (700 meters) above sea level, you’ll be greeted by spectacular 360-degree city views. Soak up the scenery and feel dwarfed by the 130-foot tall religious statue, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
• You’ll then return to your Rio de Janeiro hotel to enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Day 3 : Free Day in Rio de Janeiro

• Spend the day as you wish in beautiful Rio. Today you can sleep in, relax in the sun on one of Rio’s magnificent beaches, or explore the bustling streets of the city.
• See our blog, Rio de Janeiro, the gem in colonial Portugal’s crown, for ideas on what to see in the city.
• You can also browse through our additional services and select to go on an exciting Rio tour.

Day 4 : Arrival to Salvador de Bahia

• Meet your transfer to the airport for your flight to Salvador de Bahia. One of our Brazil For Less representatives will meet you at the Salvador airport and take you to your confirmed hotel. Check our selection of excellent Salvador de Bahia hotels.
• Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the city and its lively nightlife.

Day 5 : Salvador de Bahia Tour

• Today you’ll enjoy a half-day historical city tour of Salvador de Bahia with an expert English-speaking guide. You will start the tour in the modern district of Barra, famous for its lighthouse perched at the end of a rocky peninsula. You will then continue on by car or coach to the historical district, known as Pelourinho, which is home to South America’s largest and most well-preserved complex of colonial architecture.
• Then enjoy a stroll through the narrow, lively streets of Pelourinho lined with colorful buildings decorated with pastel-painted façades. You’ll stop to visit the Church of Sao Francisco with its lavish Baroque interior and then continue to Pelourinho square, the vibrant heart of Salvador.
• After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel and have the remainder of the day to enjoy at your leisure.

Day 6 : Free Day in Salvador de Bahia

• Continue exploring this fascinating historical city at your own pace. You can choose to complement your stay with one of our additional Salvador tours or simply relax and enjoy the laid back atmosphere of the town at your leisure.
• Recommended activities include a boat tour of the beautiful bay, or an African-oriented city tour to learn how the large African community has influenced the culture of the city over the centuries.

Day 7 : Arrival to Manaus (Amazon)

• Your Amazon adventure starts today! Meet your transfer to the airport for your flight to Manaus, a jungle settlement in the heart of the lush Amazon jungle. Upon arrival, a Brazil For Less representative will meet you and take you to your selected Manaus lodge. At the lodge, you’ll have time to settle in and rest before beginning your first jungle activities.
• Depending on your lodge selection, activities will vary, but many include visiting a monkey rehabilitation center or taking a canoe trip to a nearby Amazonian village. You’ll return to the lodge for a delightful dinner and night of relaxation. You may have the option for night excursions, such as looking for caiman.

Day 8 : Amazon Jungle Activities

• After breakfast at the lodge, you’ll begin your second day of Amazon exploration. Though itineraries will vary, you may begin the day on a nature hike with an expert guide. During the hike you’ll learn all about the secrets of the rainforest and its inhabitants.
• After lunch, you may take a piranha fishing trip along one of the many tributaries of the Amazon River. Return to the lodge for dinner and a quiet, relaxing evening to the sounds of the jungle.

Day 9 : Amazon Jungle Activities

• Today you’ll keep exploring the rainforest and its incredible wonders. You may visit some natural pools on the riverbanks, where you’ll be able to take a swim in the warm waters. Or, you might be able to visit a local fishing community to learn how people survive in the imposing Amazon.
• After lunch and some time to relax, you’ll once again head for the jungle to explore its fascinating flora and fauna with your guide. Return to the lodge for your last dinner and evening in the Amazon.

Day 10 : Departure from Manaus

• Rise early to make the most of your last day in the Amazon. You’ll likely enjoy an early morning boat tour, and may travel to the Meeting of the Waters, one of nature’s greatest mysteries. This is where the black waters of the Rio Negro meet the muddy brown ones of Rio Solimoes and float side by side without mixing for miles. The distinction between both rivers is very clear from their different colors, making for a riveting sight.
• After lunch, you’ll meet your transfer to the airport for your journey home or on to your next destination. Check out our exciting Brazil travel destinations for additional vacation ideas.

Occupancy	3 Star	4 Star	5 Star
Double/Triple	$1,939 €1,474 £1,216	$2,209 €1,679 £1,385	$3,009 €2,287 £1,887
Single	$3,179 €2,416 £1,993	$3,659 €2,781 £2,294	$5,019 €3,814 £3,147
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

Rio de Janeiro Hotels | Salvador de Bahia Hotels | Manaus Hotels

Occupancy	3 Star	4 Star	5 Star
Double/Triple	$1,939 €1,474 £1,216	$2,209 €1,679 £1,385	$3,009 €2,287 £1,887
Single	$3,179 €2,416 £1,993	$3,659 €2,781 £2,294	$5,019 €3,814 £3,147
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

Top Pick Rio de Janeiro Hotels

JW Marriott Rio 5*

Avenida Atlantica 2600 , Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

One of the premier Copacabana Hotels in Rio de Janeiro, the excellent JW Marriott Rio exquisitely captures the enrapturing spirit of Rio de Janeiro. Guests will truly feel on top of the world as they soak up Rio’s magic from the hotel’s rooftop terrace and enjoy breathtaking views of the Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado from the swimming pool. Copacabana’s newest 5-star hotel, the JW Marriott Rio does not fall short of comforts with a Spa & Fitness Center, Mediterranean and Japanese gourmet restaurants, and a fully equipped business center. All 245 rooms are equally luxurious, elegantly furnished, and feature the latest modern amenities, including wireless internet, phone, work desk, 24h room service, newspaper delivery, and much more. Awarded as “Brazil’s Leading Hotel” by the World Travel Awards in 2009, and voted as one of the “World’s Best Places to Stay” by the Conde Nast Traveler, the JW Marriott has everything to offer for your utmost comfort and to make your stay in Rio an unforgettable experience.

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Excelsior Copacabana Hotel 4*

Avenida Atlantica 1800
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

A member of the Windsor chain, the very pleasant Excelsior sits on a wide corner offering excellent ocean views. Rooms either have a side view (superior) or a full ocean view (frentemar). All are elegantly furnished, spotless, and very well maintained. The best rooms are the deluxe suites that take up the entire corner and offer both side and full ocean views (luxo frentemar). The suites also come with spacious bathrooms, Jacuzzi tub, flat screen TV, and a king-size bed. The hotel also throws in free local calls, free parking, and an excellent breakfast buffet. The rooftop swimming pool and terrace are also a great place to unwind after a long day of exploring Rio’s many attractions.

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Martinique Copa Hotel 3*

Rua Sa Ferreira, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

The Martinique is the newest budget option of the Windsor chain, offering excellent services at great value. Located just around the corner from the Miramar, the hotel is only half a block off the Avenida Atlântica, within walking distance from Rio’s best shops, restaurants, and bars. The hotel comprises two buildings gutted and joined together, making for some mazelike hallways, and is brand new, offering top-notch and modern amenities. It also boasts a rooftop pool and sun deck.

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Top Pick Salvador de Bahia Hotels

A Casa das Portas Velhas Sur 5*

Rua da Palma 6, Salvador

"A Casa das Portas Velhas" features doors collected from the ruins of a 19th century manor which was restored to house this charming boutique hotel. Antique pieces adorn the walls and mirrors, and also serve as actual doors within the hotel, creating an atmosphere of classical antiquity and romanticism. Here you can enjoy delicious fare at the Aldrava Restaurant and the Capachinho Bar, which are sure to give you an unforgettable experience. The hotel offers 15 different rooms elegantly decorated in English colonial style and fully equipped with modern amenities.

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Vila Gale Bahia 4*

Rua Morro Escravo Miguel 320, Ondina Salvador

Vila Gale Bahia Hotel is located in the center of Ondina and within walking distance of shops and restaurants. The 200 rooms, including 24 suites, all have air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms. With direct access to the beach, the hotel offers scenic views and a cozy atmosphere. Additionally, the hotel features two restaurants as well as a pool overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

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Porto Farol Apart Hotel 3*

Located in one of the most charming and famous neighborhoods in the city, next to Porto and Barra beaches, shopping, banks, supermarkets, and close to several excellent bars and restaurants and other services and business centers in town, the Porto Farol Apart Hotel combines excellent services and ideal location. Featuring 39 apartments all equipped with their own kitchen and comfortable furniture, the hotel also boasts a swimming pool and delicious restaurant.

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Top Pick Manaus Hotels & Jungle Lodges

Ariau Amazon Towers

Amazon Rainforest, Manaus

Ariau Amazon Towers is the largest treetop hotel in the world. Perched among the treetops in the Amazon canopy, this jungle lodge puts you at eye-level with the playful monkeys and colorful macaws and toucans. A two-hour boat ride will get you to the hotel, located 35 miles from Manaus on the Anavilhanas Archipelago. The lodge has 268 rooms all connected by a 5 mile system of catwalks built 30 feet above the ground. Each guestroom features Brazilian décor and beautiful views of the Rio Negro and Rio Amazonas. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, double or queen beds, minibars, and private bathrooms. Suites include private balconies, cable TV, and dining tables. For more privacy and to be closer to nature, guests can also stay in a private treehouse. Each has exquisite Amazonian wood furniture, private balconies, luxurious amenities, and spacious living rooms. The hotel also includes a dining room, where authentic Brazilian meals are served, as well as four bars, a business center and entertainment center, gym, gift shop, and two treetop swimming pools.

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Amazon Ecopark Lodge

Amazon Rainforest, Manaus

The Amazon Ecopark Lodge is located on the sandy-white beaches of the Taruma riverbank, near the Rio Negro, only a 30 minute boat ride from Manaus. Opened in 1991, this Amazon jungle lodge is nestled in a private reserve that promotes conservation and sustainability. Over 6 miles of jungle trails, natural savannahs, and deep primary forest beckon for exploration. There are 20 rustic bungalows divided into 64 apartments, each with thatched roofs, wide screened windows, and porches with incredible views of the Taruma. But the lodge is also outfitted with many comforts. Each room has air conditioning and a bathroom with electric-heated showers. The lodge features an Indian-style, open-air dining room where guests can enjoy a range of regional and international dishes for each of their meals. There is also a bar, living room, and two spacious open areas under thatched awnings, where guests can enjoy folklore dance and music shows.

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• 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro, 3 nights in Salvador de Bahia, and 3 nights in Manaus in Brazil Hotels based on US standards
• All tours stated in the itinerary with English-speaking guides
• All transfers and entrance fees
• All breakfasts

Rio de Janeiro

• Samba and Dinner Show
• Half-day Petropolis Tour
• Full-day Tropical Island Tour
• Half Day Sugarloaf Tour
• Favela Jeep Tour
• Paraty Bike Tour

Samba and Dinner Show

This tour begins with a ride along the beautiful beaches of Rio. Afterwards, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner while watching a spectacular Brazilian samba show and experience the rhythm that pulses through the veins of every Brazilian.

Price per Person	$ 149

Half-day Petropolis Tour

Take a beautiful trip to Petropolis climbing the "Orgaos" Mountains. Each curve will bring you different spectacular sights of lush subtropical vegetation and mountain views. In Petropolis, the famed summer resort city, you will visit the former Palace of the Emperor, Dom Pedro II, today the Imperial Museum. There you will be able to admire the beauty of the antique furniture, jewelry, and tapestries.

After this visit, you will see the best example of Gothic Cathedral called Sao Pedro de Alcantara, built in honor of the Emperor of Brazil, where you will be able to admire the tombs of the Imperial Family. You will also get a chance to visit the Quitandinha Palace. This luxurious residence was opened in 1944 and experienced fame as a Hotel and Casino until 1946 when gambling was prohibited in Brazil. It is now a Convention and Tourist Center, keeping the old architecture with ballrooms, galleries, theater, convention center, and balconies.

Price per Person	$ 89

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Full-day Tropical Island Tour

Tropical Island has been acclaimed as one of the most charming attractions in the entire Rio area. You’ll meet your guide at your hotel and drive for approximately 1.5 hours through numerous fields, banana plantations and villages along the way to the small fishing village of Itacurussa.

There you’ll embark on a "Saveiro" (schooner from the northeast of Brazil) for a leisure cruise in the calm waters of the Sepetiba Bay. Stop for swim on a deserted island, and then continue to a private island to enjoy a tantalizing buffet luncheon served in a tranquil and rustic atmosphere. After the meal, guests will be free to explore the island's charm by strolling along the beach, swimming or just working on their Rio tan. Special features can be arranged to enhance the day even more: treasure hunt, beach Olympic games, snorkeling, water skiing, etc.

Price per Person	$ 129

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Half Day Sugarloaf Tour

You will meet your guide at your hotel to begin this exciting tour of downtown Rio and the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain. First, you will visit the Sambodrome, where Samba schools perform during Carnival, and then continue to the Metropolitan Cathedral, famous for its distinctive conical form.The next stop is Cinelândia Square, which features historical buildings, the Municipal Theater, the National Library, and the National Museum of Fine Arts.

Finally, you will be taken to the neighborhood of Urca where one of Rio's most iconic symbols is located: the Sugar Loaf. This visit is made in two steps by cable car. The first cable car takes passengers to Urca Hill which is 215 meters high and from where one can take in beautiful views of the Guanabara Bay and its islands, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, and Corcovado hill. From this stage, a second cable car will be taken 395 meters up to the top for splendid views of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress, and the beaches of Niterói.

Price per Person	$ 99

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Favela Jeep Tour

 

This unique tour of one of the famed favelas in Rio de Janeiro offers travelers a glimpse into a side of Rio that visitors rarely get to experience. Santa Marta is one of the first communities in a program designed to welcome tourists to the favelas; poor but culturally vibrant neighborhoods where a strong sense of community has inspired a long tradition of music and art.

Santa Marta is located on Dona Marta Hill, officially part of Botafogo, in Rio de Janeiro. The residents refer to the district as Santa Marta because of the image of the saint which has adorned the inside of the chapel at the top of the hill since the beginning of the twentieth century.

Believe it or not, you may have already had a quick view of this neighborhood if you saw Michael Jackson’s music video for They Don’t Care About Us, meant to draw international attention to the residents of these communities. There are plans to build a statue of the famous pop star in one of the places he used for filming, Beco do Curió, beside the church of Assembly of God on the terrace of the district’s Culture House.

On this three hour tour, you will be picked up from your hotel by jeep, and driven to the neighborhood. From here you will stop at the elevator turret and see the place where Michael Jackson filmed, before walking through the streets to the residents’ association. On your way back to your hotel, the driver will take a picturesque route near the Lagoon. 

Price per Person	$ 69

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Paraty Bike Tour

 

On this half-day biking tour, you will get the chance to discover Paraty’s beautiful streets and outskirts. You will ride a mountain bike and follow one of various routes throughout town. You can ride up to Jabaquara beach, where stands the Forte Defensor Perpetuo, former fortress built to defend the city against pirate raids, now turned into a museum. From there, you can enjoy spectacular views of the bay and historical center. You can also ride your bike into the lush Serra da Bocaina National Park and see some of its waterfalls, or follow the routes to some nearby beaches. Note: Maps with routes will be handed to you when you rent your bike, and it is up to you to decide where you want to go.On this half-day biking tour, you will get the chance to discover Paraty’s beautiful streets and outskirts. You will ride a mountain bike and follow one of various routes throughout town. You can ride up to Jabaquara beach, where stands the Forte Defensor Perpetuo, former fortress built to defend the city against pirate raids, now turned into a museum. From there, you can enjoy spectacular views of the bay and historical center. You can also ride your bike into the lush Serra da Bocaina National Park and see some of its waterfalls, or follow the routes to some nearby beaches. Note: Maps with routes will be handed to you when you rent your bike, and it is up to you to decide where you want to go.

Price per Person	$ 69

Salvador de Bahia

• Schooner Tropical Island Cruise with Lunch
• Praia do Forte Tour with Lunch
• Bahia By Night at Solar do Unhão with Dinner
• Half-Day African-Oriented Tour

Schooner Tropical Island Cruise with Lunch

This tour will take you on a comfortable schooner cruise to 2 (Frades Island and Itaparica Island) of the 36 islands in this sparkling bay, providing a day of rest and relaxation with great views of the city.

Lunch is included as well as optional transport to the colonial town of Itaparica, just a short distance away, for a light walking tour of the charming waterfront town.

Price per Person	$ 69

Praia do Forte Tour with Lunch

This full-day tour will take you to Praia do Forte, a fishing village 50 miles (80 kms) north of Salvador, home to some of the best beaches in Bahia.

Stops include: Barra do Jacuípe where the river meets the ocean, the Sapiranga reserve where you will learn about the delicate restinga ecosystem, the ruins of the Garcia D’Ávila castle (1556) which was once the home of the largest landowner in the New World, as well as the headquarters of the national sea turtle preservation project and one of Brazil’s most successful ecological programs.

There will also be time to relax on the beach or browse in the many local handicrafts stores before returning to Salvador. Lunch is included.

Price per Person	$ 69

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Bahia By Night at Solar do Unhão with Dinner

You will enjoy a night of typical Bahian entertainment and cuisine in the 18th century colonial complex of Solar do Unhão, an estate with its own church, sugar mill, manor house and slaves’ quarters. The performance is a showcase of the multiple African traditions that are still alive in Bahia.

The presentation begins with the sacred dances of the Candomblé, and then puxada de rede in honor of Yemanjá, the goddess of the sea, followed by maculelê, an acrobatic stick and sword dance from the cane fields. The highlight of the show is an exhilarating display of capoeira, the stunning martial art/dance of Angolan origin. The show ends with the samba de roda, a spinning, swirling version of this exuberant national dance. Dinner is a buffet of international and Bahia fare.

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Half-Day African-Oriented Tour

 

The African roots of Salvador de Bahia are pervasive in this vibrant city. Home to the largest African community in Brazil, Salvador is proud of its rich heritage. This half-day tour will take you to some of the most important spots pertaining to this heritage: the former slave market in Pelourinho, symbol of the Black Movement; the Afro-Brazilian Museum retracing the West African origins of the city; and the Sociedad Protectora dos Desvalidos, fraternity composed of former slaves whose main goal was to help the liberation of all slaves in Brazil. The society was founded in 1832, 56 years before the final abolition of slavery by the Brazilian authorities. You’ll also visit the Church of our Lady of the Rosary and the Casa do Benin (House of Benin), where you can admire the wonderful works of African artists and sculptors.

Price per Person	$ 49