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Brazil

Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana, Iguazu Falls & Amazon Rainforest

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3 Focus Cities Rio de Janeiro, Salvador da Bahia, São Paulo & Foz do Iguaçu
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Trip Inclusions Excursions Only (No Hotel/Flights)
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4 Travel Styles Adventure • Heritage • Family With Kids • Age 65+
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Duration 5 Days / 4 Nights Per Route
3 Distinct City Routes

3 Curated 5-Day / 4-Night Routes in Brazil

Select any route below to view its 5-day daily itinerary tailored for Adventurous, Sightseeing, Family With Kids, and Age 65+ travelers.

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Rio de Janeiro Route 1 • 5D / 4N

Route 1: Rio de Janeiro (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Copacabana Palace A Belmond Hotel Rio
Package Price $4,695
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Salvador da Bahia Route 2 • 5D / 4N

Route 2: Salvador da Bahia (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Fera Palace Hotel Salvador
Package Price $3,335
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São Paulo & Foz do Iguaçu Route 3 • 5D / 4N

Route 3: São Paulo & Foz do Iguaçu (5 Days / 4 Nights)

🏨 5-Star Hotel: Rosewood São Paulo Luxury Oasis
Package Price $4,455
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Trip Inclusions Notice: All curated itineraries include guided daily excursions, entrance admissions, and private specialist tours only. Trips do not include flight or hotel accommodation.
Interactive Daily Schedules

5-Day Curated Excursion Itineraries for Brazil

Select your route and preferred travel style above to display tailored daily activities and authentic excursions. Please note: trips include daily excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

Active Custom Package

Route 1: Rio de Janeiro (5 Days / 4 Nights) • 🧗 Adventurous Itinerary

Focus City: Rio de Janeiro • 5 Days of Indicated Excursions & Activities (Flights & Hotel Accommodation Not Included)

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$4,695

📅 Day 1: Rio de Janeiro Arrival & Citadels — Christ the Redeemer Corcovado Cogwheel Train to 710m Summit & Panoramic Horizons

7 Daily Excursions
Rio de Janeiro High-Ridge Trail: Panoramic Summit Ascent & Scenic Lookouts
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
Rio de Janeiro High-Ridge Trail: Panoramic Summit Ascent & Scenic Lookouts

An energetic morning climb along the scenic mountain ridges overlooking Rio de Janeiro. Tackle rocky elevation trails, scramble to panoramic vantage points, and take in unhindered panoramic horizons with an expert mountain docent.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Backcountry Gorge & Wilderness Scramble Expedition
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Rio de Janeiro Backcountry Gorge & Wilderness Scramble Expedition

Venture off the beaten path into the rugged gorges, rocky canyons, and backcountry terrain bordering Rio de Janeiro. Experience wild geological formations, steep elevation gains, and untamed nature.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Twilight Ridge Trek: Sunset Summit & Flame-Grilled Mountain Feast
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
Rio de Janeiro Twilight Ridge Trek: Sunset Summit & Flame-Grilled Mountain Feast

Active twilight hike to an elevated sunset bluff overlooking Rio de Janeiro, followed by an authentic dinner featuring regional flame-grilled specialties and rustic outdoor hospitality.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Forest Canopy Traverse & Suspension Bridge Trek
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Rio de Janeiro Forest Canopy Traverse & Suspension Bridge Trek

Hike along elevated canopy walkways suspended over lush forest basins, crossing swaying suspension bridges with certified wilderness specialists.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Rock Scramble & Stargazing Preparation
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Rock Scramble & Stargazing Preparation

Scramble across granite or volcanic rock formations as dusk settles over Rio de Janeiro, preparing for high-elevation stargazing away from light pollution.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Downhill Mountain Path & Valley Viewpoint Sprint
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
Rio de Janeiro Downhill Mountain Path & Valley Viewpoint Sprint

A brisk, high-cadence descent carving through alpine pine trails, taking in panoramic views across the verdant lowlands.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Twilight Campfire Gathering & Alpine Herbal Infusions
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 7
Rio de Janeiro Twilight Campfire Gathering & Alpine Herbal Infusions

Relax around an open stone firepit under starry skies, brewing hand-foraged mountain herbs and sharing trail stories.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1 Hour 45 Mins

📅 Day 2: Rio de Janeiro Natural Landscapes & Waters — Selarón Steps 2 000 Colorful Ceramic Tiles & Coastal Trails

6 Daily Excursions
Selarón Steps 2 000 Colorful Ceramic Tiles: Rugged Scenic Trail & Geological Terrain Scramble
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
Selarón Steps 2 000 Colorful Ceramic Tiles: Rugged Scenic Trail & Geological Terrain Scramble

Active outdoor expedition exploring Selarón Steps 2 000 Colorful Ceramic Tiles in Rio de Janeiro. Navigate dramatic natural paths, unique geological formations, and exhilarating terrain with an experienced wilderness guide.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Watersport & River Expedition: Guided Kayaking & Waterway Discovery
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Rio de Janeiro Watersport & River Expedition: Guided Kayaking & Waterway Discovery

Paddle through crystalline waters or winding scenic riverways near Rio de Janeiro, navigating hidden grottos, natural rock arches, and secluded pebble inlets.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Overlook Trek: Panoramic Headland Trail & Craft Brewery Flight
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Overlook Trek: Panoramic Headland Trail & Craft Brewery Flight

Invigorating late afternoon hike along dramatic bluffs or hills, concluding at a local microbrewery for refreshing regional craft pints.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Coastal Sea Cave & Tidal Pool Exploration
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Rio de Janeiro Coastal Sea Cave & Tidal Pool Exploration

Venture along wave-cut coastal shelves to explore hidden tidal caverns, crystalline marine pools, and geological crevices teeming with marine flora.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Mountain Single-Track E-Bike Trail Run
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Rio de Janeiro Mountain Single-Track E-Bike Trail Run

Experience the thrill of electric mountain biking across winding dirt switchbacks, pine forest trails, and scenic alpine overlooks.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Hidden Waterfall Basin Trek & Natural Plunge Swim
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
Rio de Janeiro Hidden Waterfall Basin Trek & Natural Plunge Swim

Hike through a lush river gorge to reach a secluded natural waterfall basin, diving into refreshing mountain waters.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours

📅 Day 3: Rio de Janeiro Cultural Heritage & Traditions — Copacabana Ipanema Beachfront Promenade Caipirinha Culture & Mountain Sanctuaries

7 Daily Excursions
Rio de Janeiro Mountain Bike Safari: Rugged Single-Track & Forest Ridge Descent
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
Rio de Janeiro Mountain Bike Safari: Rugged Single-Track & Forest Ridge Descent

Gear up for a thrilling guided mountain bike expedition carving through pine forests, rocky gravel ridges, and dramatic switchbacks surrounding Rio de Janeiro.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Vertical Challenge: Via Ferrata Cliff Climb & Canopy Zip-Line
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Rio de Janeiro Vertical Challenge: Via Ferrata Cliff Climb & Canopy Zip-Line

Tackle sheer rock faces or soar above virgin forest canopies on an exhilarating aerial zip-line course with certified alpine climbing instructors.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Stargazing Wilderness Trek: High-Plateau Night Hike & Campfire
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
Rio de Janeiro Stargazing Wilderness Trek: High-Plateau Night Hike & Campfire

Trek under a starlit sky to an isolated high-plateau observation point far from city lights, gathering around an open campfire for hot regional infusions.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Alpine River Canyoneering & Rocky Rapids Scramble
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Rio de Janeiro Alpine River Canyoneering & Rocky Rapids Scramble

Navigate crystal-clear mountain streams, scramble through granite gorges, and swim across hidden natural emerald pools with expert gear.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Rio de Janeiro High-Elevation Pass Trek with Panoramic Valley Views
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Rio de Janeiro High-Elevation Pass Trek with Panoramic Valley Views

Hike along a historic alpine mountain pass with towering rocky peaks and dramatic sweeping vistas across three distinct valleys.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Off-Road Dirt Track Challenge & Forest Lookout
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 6
Rio de Janeiro Off-Road Dirt Track Challenge & Forest Lookout

Pilot an ATV or 4x4 buggy along rugged forest logging roads, arriving at a sheer cliff lookout with expansive panoramic horizon views.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Twilight Ridge Campfire & Mountain Survival Lore
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 7
Rio de Janeiro Twilight Ridge Campfire & Mountain Survival Lore

Learn ancient outdoor navigation and fire-starting techniques from local mountain rangers around a crackling twilight campfire.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1 Hour 45 Mins

📅 Day 4: Rio de Janeiro Maritime Bastions & Ateliers — Sugarloaf Mountain Two Stage Cable Car View & Secluded Bays

5 Daily Excursions
Rio de Janeiro Deep Wilderness Trek: Native Wildlife Tracking & Eco-Reserve Safari
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 1
Rio de Janeiro Deep Wilderness Trek: Native Wildlife Tracking & Eco-Reserve Safari

Immerse in the protected nature reserves of Rio de Janeiro. Track native wildlife, learn wilderness survival foraging from local trackers, and hike through pristine flora.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Aquatic Thrill: Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Coastal Drift Safari
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Rio de Janeiro Aquatic Thrill: Stand-Up Paddleboarding & Coastal Drift Safari

Test your core strength navigating open tidal waters, tranquil bays, or river currents under the direction of an experienced outdoor waterman.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Rugged Shoreline Hike: Rocky Headland Sunset & Fresh Catch Barbecue
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
Rio de Janeiro Rugged Shoreline Hike: Rocky Headland Sunset & Fresh Catch Barbecue

Trek along wave-battered shoreline boulders or mountain rims as the sun dips below the horizon, dining at a rustic grill on fresh local specialties cooked over charcoal.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Extreme Coastal Cliff Jump & Coasteering Session
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Rio de Janeiro Extreme Coastal Cliff Jump & Coasteering Session

For thrill-seekers: traverse sea cliffs, jump into deep turquoise ocean pools, and navigate tidal surges with certified coasteering guides.

Excursion Length ⏱ 1.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Hinterland Gravel Bike Expedition through Forest Groves
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Rio de Janeiro Hinterland Gravel Bike Expedition through Forest Groves

Pedal gravel endurance bikes through scenic countryside lanes, rural olive groves, and remote mountain hamlets.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours

📅 Day 5: Rio de Janeiro Grand Finale & Alpine Summits — Santa Teresa Bohemian Neighborhood Historic Yellow Tram & Farewell Degustation Gala

5 Daily Excursions
Rio de Janeiro Peak Challenge: Summit Ascent & Alpine Sunrise Panorama
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Rio de Janeiro Peak Challenge: Summit Ascent & Alpine Sunrise Panorama

The crown adventure: an early-morning push to the highest geographic peak overlooking Rio de Janeiro, rewarding intrepid hikers with 360-degree sunrise panoramas.

Excursion Length ⏱ 4.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro All-Terrain Buggy Challenge: Mud & Gravel Hinterland Safari
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 2
Rio de Janeiro All-Terrain Buggy Challenge: Mud & Gravel Hinterland Safari

Pilot a high-performance off-road buggy across challenging gravel trails, muddy mountain switchbacks, or river crossings in the rugged hinterlands of Rio de Janeiro.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Adrenaline Finale: Sunset Bluff Gathering & Celebratory Feast
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 3
Rio de Janeiro Adrenaline Finale: Sunset Bluff Gathering & Celebratory Feast

Celebrate a week of active exploration from a scenic mountain bluff, enjoying local barbecue, vintage mountain ciders, and stories of the trails conquered.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2.5 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Downhill Wilderness Trail Sprint & Canyon Vista Run
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 4
Rio de Janeiro Downhill Wilderness Trail Sprint & Canyon Vista Run

An exhilarating descent through alpine switchbacks and canyon overlooks, concluding at a rustic trailside refuge.

Excursion Length ⏱ 2 Hours
Rio de Janeiro Mountain Lake Stand-Up Paddle Challenge & Alpine Dip
🧗 Adventurous Excursion 5
Rio de Janeiro Mountain Lake Stand-Up Paddle Challenge & Alpine Dip

Paddle across a mirror-still high mountain lake surrounded by sheer cliffs, taking an invigorating refreshing dip in pure alpine waters.

Excursion Length ⏱ 3.5 Hours
✨ 5-Day Curated Route Complete

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Our bespoke travel specialists can tailor daily excursions, arrange private specialist guides, or customize activity timings for Route 1: Rio de Janeiro (5 Days / 4 Nights). Please note: all packages include curated excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

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Luxury Accommodations

Featured 5-Star Hotels in Brazil

Suggested luxury accommodations for independent booking. Please note: Trip packages include daily excursions only and do not include flight or hotel accommodation.

Copacabana Palace A Belmond Hotel Rio ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Copacabana Palace A Belmond Hotel Rio

📍 Focus City: Rio de Janeiro

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $580 /nt
Fera Palace Hotel Salvador ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Fera Palace Hotel Salvador

📍 Focus City: Salvador da Bahia

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $240 /nt
Rosewood São Paulo Luxury Oasis ★★★★★ 5-Star Luxury

Rosewood São Paulo Luxury Oasis

📍 Focus City: São Paulo & Foz do Iguaçu

  • ✓ Dedicated 24/7 Concierge
  • ✓ Spa & Wellness Amenities
  • ✓ Gourmet Dining & Breakfast
  • ✓ Prime Landmark Location
Nightly Benchmark $520 /nt
Practical Advisory

Travel Essentials for Brazil

Helpful insights to plan your 5-day / 4-night luxury journey with confidence.

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Best Time to Visit

Spring and autumn offer optimal weather for cultural sightseeing and outdoor adventures with moderate crowds.

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Currency & Payments

Major credit cards are widely accepted at 5-star properties and restaurants. Having modest local currency for small markets is recommended.

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Getting Around

Private transfers and dedicated chauffeur options are easily arranged by your 5-star hotel concierge for seamless daily excursions.

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Dress & Etiquette

Smart casual attire is ideal for luxury hotels and fine dining. Modest attire covering shoulders and knees is customary for heritage temples.