Brazil Packages: Discover Brazil

Pickup at the airport and transfer to your comfortable Rio hotel. See our wonderful selection of recommended Rio de Janeiro Hotels.

You will ride along the famous beaches of Rio to the Sugarloaf cable car. Ride first to the "Morro da Urca" mountain at 270 meters (886 feet) above sea level and then continue to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, 395 meters above sea level. After Sugarloaf, you will continue on with a Rio de Janeiro tour during which you will visit the cathedral, the Samba Stadium (Sambodromo), the historical center of Rio, and the Maracana football stadium.

After a delicious lunch, you will ascend the 2,460ft high mountain peak of Corcovado (Hunchback), famous for the statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and Rio's most famous landmark. A train ride through the forest will lead you to the top of the Corcovado Mountain.

After descending by train, the tour continues through the "Rebouzas" to Barra da Tijuca, Rio’s most recently developed beach area. The tour returns via the beaches of Sao Conrado, Vidigal, Leblon and Ipanema to Copacabana.

See our Rio de Janeiro Guide that includes recommended Rio de Janeiro Restaurants and other interesting and useful information about this Brazil travel gem.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have the entire day to explore the ‘Marvelous City’ at your leisure or choose one of our optional Brazil tours for further guided exploration. Find out more about Rio de Janeiro attractions and Rio de Janeiro shopping, and the Top 5 Events to Catch on a Brazil Vacation.

After breakfast you will transfer from Rio to Buzios by bus. Upon arrival in Buzios you will be transferred to your comfortable Buzios hotel. Browse our selection of beautiful Buzios hotels.

Today you will be taken on a full-day catamaran tour of the picturesque islands and beaches of Buzios. During this tour we will visit numerous tropical locales that will present multiple diving opportunities.

You will have the entire day to enjoy the beautiful sandy paradise of Buzios at your leisure or take one of our optional Brazil tours for further guided exploration.

Along the main street – Rua das Pedras – you will find bars, bikini boutiques and restaurants. Buzios has 25 luxurious beaches, some of which are Ossos (most famous and close to the center), Ferradura (calm waters) and Geribá.

After a delicious breakfast, you’ll check out of your Buzios hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Iguazu.

In the afternoon you will take an Iguazu National Park Brazil tour that covers almost half a million acres of subtropical forest. You will follow the walkways that border the canyon of the Iguazu River with a 45 minute mini-trek through the rainforest which offers some spectacular panoramic views of the incredible waterfall system that stretches 1.67 miles long with falls that reach up to 266 feet high. You will observe hundreds of small waterfalls including the last and most impressive, Floriano Falls. Here, a complete frontal view of Devil's Throat can be seen. Learn more about The Iguazu Falls and what makes them so stunning.

Today you will take a tour of the other side of Iguazu Falls, including an ecological train ride to the Devil's Throat, the largest individual waterfall in Iguazu Falls. During this tour to the Argentinean National Park, you will traverse the Iguazu River. Trails through the 135,000 acre reserve provide a different, complete view of the falls, especially Devil's Throat. Lower and upper walkways permit a closer look at the spectacular waterfalls.

After a delicious breakfast you’ll transfer to the Iguazu airport for your flight to Salvador.

You will take a half-day historical tour through Salvador de Bahia, where you will trace the development of the city from its humble beginnings to its current place as the third largest city in Brazil. We will visit the Farol Da Barra Lighthouse at the entrance to the vast bay as well as the UNESCO Heritage Site of Pelourinho, which is the largest complex of colonial architecture in the South America. You will also visit the church of São Francisco with its gold-leafed Baroque interior and the Pelourinho square which is the heart of the old town.

After breakfast at your Salvador hotel, you will have the rest of the day to explore this fascinating city. There is much to see in the second most visited city of Brazil: no other place is better for catching a spectacular capoeira fight or to see the country’s African influences. Walk though the historical city center in Cidade Alta to see handsome colonial architecture that has been restored to its original glory. Once the bohemian heart of Salvador, the city center’s art scene is being revived with open-air cafes, bars and artist ateliers. Our Additional Services below offer interesting activities and tours in and around Salvador.

In the morning you will transfer to the Salvador airport for your flight to Manaus. From the airport you’ll be transferred to your Amazon jungle lodge. View the wonderful Manaus jungle lodges that we highly recommend.

Upon arrival, you will have a chance to visit the Monkey Jungle, a rehabilitation center for primates that were rescued from illegal sales. Here you will have the opportunity to photograph a variety of these whimsical creatures. A delicious dinner will be followed by an exciting alligator spotting tour!

After breakfast, you will be taken on a guided nature hike where you will learn more about the Amazon Rainforest. Following a tasty lunch and a brief siesta, you will visit the home of local Amazonian residents (“caboclos”) with an opportunity for fishing. A delicious dinner will be served at the Lodge.

After breakfast at the hotel, your journey will continue as you set sail to one of the highlights of the Amazon: "The Meeting of the Waters" where the black waters of the Negro River and the brown waters of the Solimoes River unite to form the Amazon River. There you will spot an array of exotic flora and fauna which may include the striking pink and grey freshwater dolphins.

Lunch will be served at a restaurant serving typical food from the jungle. An optional piranha fishing trip will be held before a delightful dinner prepared by the lodge.

This morning you will have breakfast at the hotel followed by free time to enjoy natural pools and swimming at the river bank before you take a transfer to the Manaus airport.

Brazil Hotel prices during Reveillon (Brazil’s New Year’s Eve festivities) and Carnival increase. Please ask a Travel Advisor how prices for your Brazil Vacation may differ during this time.

• 15 nights at comfortable Brazil hotels based on US standards
• Guided visits with English speaking tour guides
• All transfers and entrance fees
• All breakfasts. 4-star and up hotels offer breakfast buffets

PLEASE NOTE:

A tourist visa is required upon entry to Brazil for citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Travelers not within this group are advised to check with the Brazilian consulate where they reside for visa requirements and inquiries. For more information on obtaining a Brazil tourist visa, please visit our Latin America For Less Travel Blog.

As of 1 January 2010, an entrance fee (Reciprocity Fee) is chargeable for citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia visiting Argentina. For further details, please read this article on the Latin America For Less Travel Blog.

On the Argentine side of the Iguazu Falls, take the Great Adventure Safari Cruise, an exciting ride in a decommissioned military vehicle through the jungle and to the river. The ‘open’ back truck allows a great vantage point to see the many parakeets, parrots, macaws, toucans, and many other birds, lizards, monkeys, a myriad of butterflies, 85 species of orchids, bromeliads, and guembes that call this jungle area their home. After about a 45-minute ride through the forest, you will board riverboats that will take you breathtakingly close to the falls.

This Brazil tour takes you to the subtropical forests of the Brazilian Iguazu National Park. You will be taken by jeep though the forests, which is followed by a spectacular boat trip. A specialized guide will provide interesting information about the ecology of the region. You continue by foot to the banks of the Iguazu River where a motor launch takes you as close as possible to the waterfalls, providing a thrilling adventure and unique view of the falls.

Foz do Iguazu is a remarkable natural bird habitat. This 12 acre bird sanctuary, located near the Iguazu National Park, offers great opportunities of seeing regional flora and fauna up close. While walking on the trails through native vegetation it is possible to observe many bird species in their natural habitat.

** This excursion can only be booked as a private tour.

This Brazil tour begins with a stroll along the beautiful beaches of Rio. Afterwards, enjoy a spectacular Brazilian samba show and experience the rhythm that pulses through the veins of Brazilians. Samba, like the country where it originated, has its roots in African and European rhythms. The music and dance are now synonymous with Brazil’s world famous Carnival celebrations.

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, which is today the Imperial Museum. The museum is home to an impressive collection of tapestries, colonial furnishings, jewelry and portraits of an age of splendor. You’ll even see the Imperial Crown with over 600 diamonds and pearls. Your tour also visits charming Petropolis highlights like the Crystal Palas, Santos Dumont House and the main square. A refreshing drive down from this mountain town will bring you back to Rio.

This trip has been acclaimed as one of the most charming attractions in the entire Rio area. Drive by 1 1/2 hour through numerous fields, banana plantations and villages along the way to the small fishing village of Itacurussa. 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. The return cruise to Itacurussa is refreshing and allows guests to appreciate the view of the bay and mountains at sunset.

Buzios has become a popular dive destination among Brazilians. You will be transferred to a famous spot reachable by boat only, João Fernandinho, a little island where you are sure to encounter crystal clear and calm waters with plenty of corals and fish such as monkfish, jewfish, anchovies, and barracudas. This tour is designed for beginner as well as veteran divers. On board you will receive all equipment and instructions for diving while you will be accompanied by an instructor who will give you support and orientation during your dive.

Relax on this full day tour as you visit 3 islands and various beaches where you may choose to snorkel, fish, kayak, or swim. The onboard bar offers caipirinhas, sodas, spring water and tropical fruits.

A comfortable schooner cruise to two (Frades Island and Itaparica Island) of the 36 islands in this sparkling bay, a day of rest and relaxation with great views of the city both on the outbound and homeward journeys. 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.

A full-day tour of Praia do Forte, a fishing village 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 in this tour.

You will enjoy a night of 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.