Itinerary
- Day 1
Rio de Janeiro
You'll arrive in Rio de Janeiro and head to your hotel to get settled. The rest of your day is free to adjust to the city and get some rest after your travels.
- Start point
- Aeroporto Internacional do Rio de Janeiro / Galeão (GIG), Av. Vinte de Janeiro, s/n, Rio De Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro 21941, Brazil (Main Entrance, 05:00 - 23:00)
- Day 2
Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast, you're looking at a full day exploring Rio. The morning takes you up Corcovado Mountain to see Christ the Redeemer, then over to Sugarloaf Mountain via cable car for the views. You'll check out downtown spots like the Maracanã Stadium, Metropolitan Cathedral, Sambadrome, and Lapa Arches. Before heading back, there's a lunch stop at the colorful Selarón Steps where you can grab some photos. The whole tour runs about 8 to 9 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Christ the Redeemer statue at Corcovado Mountain
- Scenic journey through Tijuca Forest
- Panoramic views of Guanabara Bay, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
- Historical center tour with Sambadrome, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Cinelândia Square
- Stop at Selarón Steps for photos
- Cable car ride to Morro da Urca (two-stage cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain)
- Visit Sugarloaf Mountain summit
Landmarks/POIs Christ the Redeemer Corcovado Mountain Tijuca Forest Guanabara Bay Copacabana Beach Ipanema Beach Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon Maracanã Stadium Metropolitan Cathedral Sambadrome Lapa Arches Selarón Steps Morro da Urca Sugarloaf Mountain Cinelândia Square - Day 3
Rio de Janeiro
This day is completely yours to do what you want. Spend time on Rio's beaches if that appeals to you, or wander around different neighborhoods at your own pace. If you'd rather have something organized, there are optional tours available if you decide to book them.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Full Day Búzios tour (10 hours) - includes 5-hour bay cruise with swimming stops and lunch
- Full Day Angra dos Reis tour (10 hours) - includes 5-hour bay cruise with swimming stops and lunch
- Full Day Arraial do Cabo tour (10 hours) - includes 5-hour bay cruise with swimming stops and lunch
- Full Day Petrópolis tour (8 hours) - includes visit to Imperial Palace and Crystal Palace
- Day 4
Rio de Janeiro to Paraty
After breakfast and checking out, you'll travel about 3 hours to Paraty and check into your hotel. In the afternoon, there's a walking tour through the UNESCO World Heritage Site where you'll see colonial architecture, churches, art studios, and the historic streets. If you're interested, there's an optional tasting of local cachaça and liqueurs afterward. Your evening is free.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Historical walking tour of Paraty's historic center
- Visit to art studios
- Visit to churches
- Exploration of colonial houses
- Visit to House of Culture
Optional Activities
- Tasting of local cachaças and liqueurs
Landmarks/POIs Paraty Historic Center Bocaina National Park 
- Day 5
Paraty
Following breakfast, you'll head out on a 5-hour boat tour through Paraty Bay. The tour includes 3 to 4 stops where you can snorkel, swim, and explore beaches. Since the area has 65 islands and over 300 beaches, your captain and guide will point out the best snorkeling spots and quieter beaches. You'll return to the hotel by evening to relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat tour of Paraty Bay
- Snorkeling in Paraty Bay
- Swimming stops
- Beach exploration with guide recommendations
Landmarks/POIs Paraty Bay - Day 6
Paraty to Ilha Grande
After breakfast and checking out, you're transferred to Ilha Grande. Once you get to your hotel and settle in, the afternoon and evening are yours. Spend the time relaxing on the island's beaches however you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Ilha Grande 
- Day 7
Ilha Grande
You'll have breakfast and then depart at 10:30 am for a 6-hour Blue Lagoon boat tour. There are multiple stops along the way for snorkeling in clear water with lots of colorful fish and other marine life, plus time at beaches for swimming and sunbathing. The boat returns around 5:00 pm, leaving your evening free to relax at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Blue Lagoon boat tour
- Snorkeling in crystal-clear waters
- Beach stops for sunbathing and swimming
Landmarks/POIs Blue Lagoon - Day 8
Ilha Grande to Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast and checking out, you'll make the transfer back to Rio de Janeiro airport for your departure flight.
- Meals
- Breakfast
