Rio de Janeiro is green hills, blue sky, beautiful bays, islands, and marvelous beaches. Cluttered with the most famous beaches in the world and an inexorable verve of the nightlife, Rio is a habitat for lively species like you. After you check out of the airport, our chauffeur will greet you and take you to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure by exploring the evening and nightlife of Rio.
Overnight stay in Rio.After breakfast, an excursion to the Sugar Loaf is on the plan. The first stop is on Urca Mountain, with a wide viewing area, where you can have a snack at the bar. On the mountain of Sugar Loaf, you will have a beautiful view of Rio, Copacabana beach, the bay, the surrounding mountains, islands in the ocean, bridge to Niteroi, Guanabara Bay and the statue of Christ on Corcovado Mountain. Then we will set off on a tour through the city. Arriving at the station, where the environment-friendly train will take us through the jungle to the top of Corcovado. On either side of the railway you will have spectacular views from Tijuca forest, inhabited by monkeys and other exotic animals and birds. At the top of Corcovado, at an altitude of 700 m above sea level, stands the symbol of Rio - Statue of Christ the Savior (38m), which was built in 1931. A breathtaking panorama view of the metropolis and its environs Bridge Niteroi, Guanabara Bay, the Botanical Garden, the world's largest Maracana stadium, Sugar Loaf, and more is possible from the top of Corcovado.
Overnight stay in Rio.Take a morning or afternoon tour from Rio to the Tijuca Rain Forest, in an open jeep. The four-hour jeep tour includes an easy one-hour hike, giving you the chance to spot monkeys, birds, butterflies, and tropical flora. You'll be amazed by the remarkable contrast of a tropical rain forest right in the middle of a big city.
At the Tijuca Rain Forest, you'll take an eco trek lasting approximately one hour, following an easy trail. There's no better way to experience the living rain forest. You'll have many spectacular photo opportunities on this rain forest jeep tour from Rio de Janeiro. On your tour you'll pass the Cachoeira dos Macacos (monkey's waterfall), take photos at Vista Chinese (Chinese view), hear about the important reforestation program and learn the importance of the Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) ecosystem. The tour also takes you past the Mesa do Imperador (Emperor's table), Cascatinha (Taunay's waterfall) and Capela Mayrink (Mayrink Chapel). Overnight stay in Rio.After breakfast, we will take the transfer from Rio de Janeiro to Ilha Grande. From the pier of Angra dos Reis, you will take the ferry to Ilha Grande Island. The crossing takes around 1 hour. Arriving at your hotel in Ilha Grande you can relax at the beautiful beaches, discover the island or choose from many optional tours.
Overnight stay in Ilha Grande.Today you will go on a journey to the Blue Lagoon ("lagoa azul") and the surrounding beaches. The Blue Lagoon is a paradise with calm, shallow water with various shades of blue. The lagoon is also home to many small, colorful fish.
Overnight stay in Ilha Grande.Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your last hours in Ilha Grande at the beach or go on an optional tour: a trek to Lopes Mendes beach. The beach is the most famous beach on the island and one of the most beautiful in the entire Brazilian coast. The three-kilometer-long beach has fine sand and incredibly clear water in many shades of blue. In the afternoon you will be transferred back to the pier and will take the ferry back to the mainland of Angra dos Reis. From Angra dos Reis you will be brought to Paraty and you will check in at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Paraty.Having enjoyed the opulent breakfast, we will board our schooner for a 4hours ride off the coast, taking us into a world of tropical islands and beaches of breathtaking beauty. While anchoring on pristine beaches, nobody resists a swim in the crystal clear waters. Upon returning to Paraty we will have the afternoon and the evening at leisure. You may want to check out the many boutiques displaying a wide array of beautiful handicraft and Brazilian styled leisure wear. There is also an option to see the puppet show of the famous "Teatro Contadores de Histórias", with openings on the weekends and daily during high season.
Overnight stay in Paraty.After another sumptuous breakfast, you will be transferred to the international airport in Rio. Our representative will bid you a warm farewell and heartiest wishes for you a safe and pleasant journey back home. Hope to see you again soon in some another fun-filled tour.
Tchau! Goodbye!
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every moment will someday make you look back and want to experience it all over again.
