5-Day Rio de Janeiro Highlights Tour - Hotel & transfer included

Day 1 · DAY 1 –  Arrive In Rio de Janeiro

1. 1

   Rio de Janeiro

   one hour

   Meet our tour guide at either GIG airport, SDU airport or at the port whenever your flight or cruise arrives. You will be met by a member of our specialist meet and greet team who will be holding a sign with your name on it. Once you locate each other, the staff will take you to meet the guide that should be waiting just outside the terminal. 

   On the way to your hotel, our knowledgable guide will give you a brief introduction of Rio de Janeiro and the hotel area.

   After settling in, you have the day free of scheduled activities, perhaps take a stroll around or go to explore famous beaches like Copacabana or Ipanema.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Centrally-located 4-star hotel in the main area of Rio de Janeiro.

Day 2 · DAY 2 –  Excursion To Christ the Redeemer & Much More – Night Dance Show With Dinner

1. 1

   Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

   one hour

   You'll be met at your hotel by your private guide around 10:00 am and head to the base of Corcovado Mountain by car, passing by Rio's beaches and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon on the way.

   Duration of the tour: Around 8 hours

2. 2

   Santuario Cristo Redentor

   one hour Admission included

   Reaching the Cosme Velho district, you'll take a unique Swiss cogwheel train that climbs the mountain from its base to nearly the summit. The very top is reached by climbing a flight of stairs to arrive at the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue. The view, from this vantage point, with the surrounding Tijuca National Forest spreading below and a circle of mountains closing the horizon at the very back of the Guanabara bay is truly spectacular. After some time to walk around and take photos, we make the way back down.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   one hour

   We then head towards to the bohemian Santa Teresa neighborhood, home to a collection of local boutiques and galleries. The charming area of Santa Teresa also features many trendy bars and restaurants offering several options of snacks and dishes, not to mention its breathtaking views. Don’t miss out on it!

4. 4

   Stop 4

   one hour

   From Santa Teresa to Lapa, there is the famous Selaron steps, a stairway decorated with colorful tiles. Known for its energetic bohemian vibe, “Lapa” is the most buzzing area in town day and nighttime.

5. 5

   Centro

   one hour

   We then walk through Rio’s downtown through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture until Mauá square. The walk passes by historic attractions, lots of bars and restaurants, arriving at Mauá square where all tribes and people get together.

6. 6

   Maua Square

   40 min

   Mauá square combines beauty, security, style and a lot of culture to breathe while admire the splendor of the “Tomorrow Museum” .

   Get historical information, but in a fun way you never experienced somewhere else!

7. 7

   Ginga Tropical

   2 hours Admission included

   Deciding where to go and what to do on a night out in Rio can be tough for out-of-town visitors. Avoid taking your chances and go for a breathtaking traditional live musical dance show with various Brazilian cultural expressions, rhythms, performances, dances, and a good taste of Samba music and Brazilian Carnival. Accompanied by a guide, just a few meters from the stage, watch a majestic performance of an amazing group of singers, dancers, and “skillful capoeira” performers radiating energy in front of the stunned audience in a vibe that can be only felt in Rio.

   Just before the show, assimilate into the samba dance joining in a 30-minute workshop taking the first steps from professional dancers.

8. 8

   Rio de Janeiro

   one hour

   Before the show, enjoy dinner at a nearby “all-you-can-eat” steakhouse restaurant. To sharpen the appetite, there is a well-stocked buffet of various salads, charcuterie, side dishes, fried manioc, onion rings, fried bananas, and much more. However, the focus is on large number of grilled-to-perfection beef cuts served in your plate to exactly meet your cooking requirements. (Dinner is included in the price)

   An expert bilingual guide ensures you have an exciting and safe experience, providing an interpreting service and explanations along the way.

   This experience will give you a memorable opportunity of seeing a different culture and break from the usual routine.

Breakfast at the hotel. · Enjoy dinner at a nearby “all-you-can-eat” steakhouse restaurant

Centrally-located 4-star hotel in the main area of Rio de Janeiro.

Day 3 · DAY 3 –  Excursion To Sugarloaf, Rio Botanical Garden & Much More

1. 1

   Stop 1

   1 h 30 min

   In the morning you'll be met by your guide around 10:00am and will depart for your excursion up Sugarloaf Mountain.

   A series of two cable cars will take you to the top of Sugar Loaf. At the top, again some of the most breathtaking views of Rio, this time from a different vantage point than at Corcovado.

   After that, tourists may want to enjoy lunch at a very nice “all-you-can-eat buffet” steakhouse restaurant (not included).

2. 2

   Jardim Botanico

   one hour

   Later you'll make your way to the Rio Botanical Garden. The garden has over 6,000 different species of tropical and subtropical plants and trees, including about 900 varieties of palm trees. There is also a variety of wildlife in the garden, particularly birds, and Toucans can frequently be spotted in the treetops.

3. 3

   Copacabana Beach

   one hour

   We are also going to pass by several points of interest along the way, including Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Maracanã Stadium (outside), and other sights.

   After your excursion you'll be taken back to your hotel and dropped off, where you'll have the afternoon free.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   Passing by

   Most Famous beach in the world.

5. 5

   Ipanema Beach

   Passing by

   Beach that inspired the composition of the famous song "Ipanema Girl”. Beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration.

6. 6

   Leblon

   Passing by

   Laid-back & family oriented beach.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   Passing by

   The most important Brazilian football temple. Scenery of important Brazilian football classic and facts, like the thousandth scored goal of king's football Pelé, in 1969.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Centrally-located 4-star hotel in the main area of Rio de Janeiro.

Day 4 · DAY 4 – Full Day Tour To Angra And Ilha Grande Experiencing Unforgettable Scenic Beaches

1. 1

   Angra Dos Reis

   3 hours

   After Rio’s pick-up by our private guide, we drive for about 3:00 h to Angra dos Reis, on a winding road through the mountains with incredible sceneries spanning along all the vastness of the valleys and escarpments laying beside the ocean, locations ideal for photo stops and contemplation.

2. 2

   Lagoa Azul

   one hour Admission included

   There are numerous activities to do in Angra dos Reis and all roads lead to the sea. With that said, we will then arrive at a marina to embark on a motorboat joining a small group tour to uncover the main offshore islands hopping from one paradise to another.

   On the tour, there are stops for swimming in enticing turquoise waters to dive among colorful fish, and yet explore wild or busy beaches experiencing culture, food and marvelous paradises including the main postcard island Ilha Grande that is absolutely breathless. 

   Ilha Grande is one of the great diving spots in Brazil. Amateur and advanced divers find underwater attractions to have fun! With clean crystalline waters of pleasant temperature, it's one of the largest concentrations of shipwrecks in the world as it was a territory of battles between pirates and corsairs along the history.

3. 3

   Lagoa Azul

   one hour

   The boat tour in a shared group and with stops for pictures, contemplation, exploration, snacks or lunch, and a little shopping for souvenir.

   Blue lagoon is one of the postcards of Ilha Grande, perfect spot for diving. The tonality of the water is incredible and the natural pools are very pleasant.

4. 4

   Lagoa Verde, Ilha Grande

   one hour

   It is one of the best places for snorkeling. There you will surely find many little fishes to be fed. Lagoa Verde has calm, transparent, and green waters.

5. 5

   Praia de Japariz

   1 h 30 min

   Japariz beach is a good stop for a break for lunch and a little shopping. It is inhabited by a small community of fishermen and traders who maintain intense communication with the continent.

   Tourists can also take this opportunity to visit the nearby pretty Funil beach. Located among the mountain, the forest and the sea it's worth taking 15 minutes from the lunch time for visiting it. It has very clear waters and very calm sea, like a lake.

6. 6

   Feiticeira Beach

   40 min

   Praia da Feiticeira is majestic for its natural beauty, surrounded by trees, flowers and many wild animals, and the typical sound of the Atlantic Forest.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   40 min

   Tradition says that couples who kiss on the sand at Praia do Amor will never be apart. When in doubt, better not risk it! The pit stop serves only to fulfill the tradition and not give luck to the bad luck.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Centrally-located 4-star hotel in the main area of Rio de Janeiro.

Day 5 · DAY 5 – Hotel To Airport Transfer - End Of Tour

1. 1

   Rio de Janeiro

   one hour

   There are no scheduled activities for the 5th day. Whenever your flight departs we are going to drive you. 

   For international flights it's highly recommended to be at the airport at least 2 hours before take-off and 3 hours for big groups. 

   If you have a longer to stay in Rio de Janeiro, don't need to go to the airport on your 5th day, we guarantee your transfer out.

   End Point: GIG Airport, SDU airport or any address in Rio de Janeiro.

Breakfast at the hotel.