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Brazil Packages: Rio de Janeiro Tour
Tour to Rio de Janeiro (4 days / 3 nights )
Tour Highlights
- Rio de Janeiro City Tour
- Corcovado & Christ the Redeemer
Trip Style
- Beach Scene
- City Scene
- Culture / History
Physical Difficulty
- 1-Easy
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Rio de Janeiro is a dream destination for any traveler, as it is Brazil’s most exuberant and vibrant city, famous for its colorful Carnival. Filled with beautiful people, fascinating culture, and magnificent beaches, this metropolis is the perfect start (or finish!) to any Brazil vacation.
On this Rio tour, you’ll get the chance to visit one of the Seven New Wonders of the World, the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer standing on top of the Corcovado hill. From here, enjoy striking views of the entire city and its marvelous beaches. Soak up the sun, dance the night away in Ipanema, and mingle with the locals on this unique tour.
Day 1 : Arrival to Rio de Janeiro
Day 2 : Christ the Redeemer Half-Day Tour
Day 3 : Free Day in Rio de Janeiro
Day 4 : Departure from Rio de Janeiro
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Day 1 : Arrival to Rio de Janeiro
- Upon arrival to Rio de Janeiro, you will be greeted by a Brazil For Less representative who will take you to your confirmed Rio 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 Guide for suggestions on where to eat and what to do in Rio.
Day 2 : Christ the Redeemer Half-Day Tour
- 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.
- 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 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 take one of our additional Rio tours to continue exploring the city. We strongly recommend a visit to Sugarloaf, one of the symbols of Rio de Janeiro and a perfect vantage point to admire the entire city.
Day 4 : Departure from Rio de Janeiro
- Check our exciting additional Rio tour opportunities if you want to extend your stay, or meet your transfer to the airport for your journey home or on to your next destination.
- Browse our full range of Brazil travel destinations for additional vacation ideas, and feel free to ask your travel advisor for any suggestions.
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, 24-hour 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.
Restaurant Gym Swimming Pool Room Service Laundry Service Parking Spa Internet Gift Shop
JW Marriott Rio Photos & Info »
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 exploring Rio’s many attractions.
Restaurant Room Service Gym Swimming Pool Laundry Service
Excelsior Copacabana Hotel Photos & Info »
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.
Restaurant Room Service Laundry Service Swimming Pool Parking
Martinique Copa Hotel Photos & Info »
Have you ever wondered how we choose the Brazil For Less Top Hotel Picks? Well, this is the job of our Destination Manager, one that is envied by all the staff at LAFL. Throughout the year our Destination Manager travels to all our destinations to check out our hotels and make sure they are up to par. His role is to help us get the best rates at the best value hotels so we can, in turn, offer them to you.
Included:
- 3 nights in a Rio de Janeiro hotel based on US standards
- All tours stated in the itinerary with expert English-speaking guides
- Ground transportation and entrance fees
- Breakfast at all hotels
Not Included:
- Airfare
- Lunches and dinners (unless otherwise specified)
- Airport taxes
- Tips
Rio de Janeiro
- Samba and Dinner Show
- Half-day Petropolis Tour
- Full-day Tropical Island Tour
- Half Day Sugarloaf Tour
- Favela Jeep Tour
Samba and Dinner Show
Start your exploration of the city by night with a drive along Rio's most spectacular beaches. Make sure you bring your appetite, as the next stop will be one of Rio's well-known BBQ restaurants for dinner.
Here you will be able to try Brazil's famous "churrasco" as you enjoy the "rodizio" style dining with an all-you-can-eat buffet that includes a variety of grilled and barbecued meats. After a filling dinner, experience the rhythm that pulses through the veins of every Brazilian with an unforgettable Samba show.
*Note: Prices are per person and based on dinner with a minimum of two travelers. For single traveler pricing, please consult with a Travel Advisor.
| Price per Person | $ 219 |
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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.
Pricing upon request. Please contact a Travel Advisor. |
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.
*Note: Prices are per person and based on a private tour with a minimum of two travelers. For single traveler pricing or group tour options, please consult with a Travel Advisor.
| Price per Person | $ 359 |
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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.
*Note: Prices are per person and based on a private tour with a minimum of two travelers. For single traveler pricing or group tour options, please consult with a Travel Advisor.
| Price per Person | $ 189 |
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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 | $ 139 |
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