Rio de Janeiro Travel Packages
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Explore Rio’s famous beaches and unique local culture with our private and small group Rio de Janeiro tours. Well-known for its yearly Carnival festivities and as the birthplace of musical traditions such as Samba and Bossa Nova, Rio is a must-visit destination for experiencing Brazilian culture. Spend some time in the sun at Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, take a cable car to the top of the iconic Sugarloaf Mountain, or stroll through the lush greenery and unique native flora of the nearby Tijuca National Park. Come and find out for yourself why Rio is known as the “Cidade Maravilhosa” (Marvelous City).
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Samba & Falls
6 days | Rio de Janeiro & Foz de Iguaçu
Discover Brazil
16 days | Rio de Janeiro, Buzios, Iguazu Falls, Salvador de Bahia, Manaus
World Wonders
11 days | Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires, Cusco, Machu Picchu
Heart of the Carioca
4 days | Rio de Janeiro
Rio, Capoeira & Amazon
10 days | Rio de Janeiro, Salvador de Bahia, Manaus
Monuments & Colonial Treasures
9 days | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Recife
What to Do
Sugarloaf Mountain
Ride the iconic cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain (1,299 ft / 396 m) for stunning panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro. Surround yourself with vibrant tropical flora and rare native orchids as you explore the summit.
Ipanema Beach
The shores of Ipanema Beach, immortalized in the 1960s bossa-nova song, “The Girl from Ipanema,” are a main attraction in Rio. If you stick around after dark, this sophisticated neighborhood offers some of the liveliest nightlife in all of Rio.
Copacabana Beach
The coastal stretch known as Copacabana hosts many modernized kiosks offering Brazilian drinks and delicacies, open-air restaurants, and bars – understandably making it a posh party destination.
Tijuca National Park
This protected natural wonder is the world’s largest urban forest replanted by man, and is home to hundreds of species of plants and wildlife, many of which are threatened by extinction and found only in the Atlantic Rainforest.
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Explore Brazil and South America
From breathtaking natural scenery to fascinating history and culture, South America offers countless unforgettable destinations to explore. Discover some of the best places to visit in Brazil and South America below.
Sao Paulo
As Brazil’s largest city, São Paulo’s attraction lies in its diverse people and its vibrant culture. Senses are overwhelmed by the sheer size and cosmopolitan feel of the city.
Easter Island
One of the most isolated islands in the world, Easter Island is a majestic getaway destination combining the natural beauty of a volcanic island with the captivating history of the famous Easter Island statues.
Santiago
The metropolitan Chilean capital, Santiago is a vibrant cultural hub with fascinating history and lively nightlife, surrounded by world-class skiing and wine valleys.
Patagonia
Shared by Chile and Argentina, Patagonia is a wild land of cleaving glaciers, deep forests, and piercingly blue waters that offers countless opportunities for sightseeing, nature watching, trekking and more.
Buenos Aires
Often called the "Paris of South America," Buenos Aires is like no other Latin American capital. With its European atmosphere and warm people, this vibrant city is a must see in Argentina.
Iguazu Falls
Straddling Argentina's sub-tropical border with Brazil, the astonishing Iguazú Falls are among the most spectacular in the world, and one of South America's most popular destinations.
Quito
The second highest capital in Latin America, the beautiful colonial city of Quito is a UNESCO World Heritage site and boasts a superb setting that makes it a must see on your Ecuador tour.
Galapagos
Home to the most unique and varied exotic wildlife on the planet, a Galapagos tour is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Amazon Rainforest
The most biologically diverse environment on earth, the Amazon rainforest is home to a plethora of exotic wildlife. Marvel at monkeys, birds, insects, and caimans that live in the jungle.
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Croatia
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