Experience the best of the ‘marvellous city’ with a 5 or 7-night tour of Rio de Janeiro. Admire magnificent panoramas from iconic sites like the peak of Corcovado, and from the cable car journey up to Sugarloaf Mountain. Learn about the history of samba and Rio’s emblematic carnival, against the backdrop of musicians playing samba melodies on street corners.

Explore the incredible urban landscape, from traditional ‘favelas’ to the historic quarter of Santa Teresa. Admire cultural centres like the Municipal Theatre and Opera House, visit trendy bars and restaurants, and take pictures next to the famous Selaron Steps.

Offer 1: 5-Night Tour

Offer 2: 7-Night Tour

DAY 1: RIO DE JANEIRO

Private transfer from Rio de Janeiro airport to your hotel. Spend the night at Arena Leme Hotel.

Included: private transfer, room, and breakfast.

DAY 2:

Free time to discover the city and its surroundings.

Corcovado tour (included):
Take the rack railway train up to the top of Corcovado hill, where you'll find the statue of Christ the Redeemer, 710m above sea level. Admire the sensational views from the most visited site in Rio!

Included: room and breakfast
Option: group service excursion, English-speaking guide, shared transport, Corcovado Train Ticket.

DAY 3: 

Free time to discover the city and its surroundings.

Visit to Sugarloaf Mountain (included):
Ascend by cable car up to the hill of Urca. Then climb to an altitude of 390 m on Sugarloaf Mountain. From there, the view over Guanabara Bay and the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema is magnificent.

Included: room and breakfast
Option: Sugarloaf cable car (entrance), group service excursion, English-speaking guide, shared transport.

DAY 4:

Free time to discover the city and its surroundings.

Boat trip in Guanabara Bay (optional):
Cruise around Guanabara Bay for the best views of Rio de Janeiro with Sugarloaf Mountain rising in the distance. Lunch is included in your option.

Included: room and breakfast
Option: lunch (drinks not included), entrance(s) to the site(s) mentioned in the program, group service excursion, English-speaking guide, shared transport.

DAY 5:

Free time to discover the city and its surroundings.

OPTION 1: Carnival Experience (optional):
The programme of the Carnival Experience tour will present the universe of Rio's samba schools, showing the creation of the show from behind the scenes. Learn about the history of samba and the Rio de Janeiro carnival. Visit the warehouse, learn about the history of samba, wear carnival costumes and taste the famous Brazilian cocktail, the Caipirinha!

OPTION 2: Morro Dois Irmãos Excursion (optional):
Take in magnificent views of the city of Rio during your hike. Along the way, marvel at the view of the Rocinha favela, one of the largest in Brazil.

You can also admire the Pedra da Gavea and the Pedra Bonita, in addition to the famous Corcovado. Arrive at the highest point, and enjoy the incredible view of the southern region of the city, from the districts of Leblon to Botafogo. Descend on foot through the Vidigal.

Transport included.
Lunch not included.

Included: room and breakfast.
Option: group service excursion, bilingual guide, shared transport.

DAY 6:

Private transfer from your hotel to Rio de Janeiro airport.

Included: private transfer.

The 7-night tour follows the same itinerary as the 5-night tour from Day 1 to 4.

DAY 5:

Guests have a free day, during which they may wish to choose the Carnival Experience option.

DAY 6: 

Guests have a free day, during which they may wish to choose the Morro Dois Irmãos Excursion option.

DAY 7:

Free time to discover the city and its surroundings.

Visit the Historic Centre and Santa Teresa district. Walk through the centre of Rio to explore important monuments like the Municipal Theatre, inspired by the Paris Opera. Discover a surprising landscape where ancient and modern monuments coexist.

Santa Teresa, the Bohemian, artistic district, extends over several hills where 19th-century residences alternate with pretty views of Guanabara Bay.

Stroll through Largo dos Guimarães where you'll see plenty of neighbourhood's trendy restaurants and bars, and pass by the famous Selaròn Steps.

Included: room and breakfast, excursion in private service, professional guide, private transport, English-speaking guide.

DAY 8:

Private transfer from your hotel to Rio de Janeiro airport.

Included: private transfer.

Throughout your tour, you'll stay at Arene Leme, in the quiet Leme neighbourhood, just 750 m from Copacabana Beach.

The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, and a restaurant and bar. Each room has air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Choose to stay in either a Standard Room, or upgrade your stay with a spacious Luxe Sea View Room.

Take the rack railway train to the top of Corcovado hill to see the statue of Christ the Redeemer, 710m above sea level. The 360° view is absolutely breathtaking, and this is the most visited site in Rio. Your train ticket is included.

Ride the cable car up to the first stop on the hill of Urca. Climb to an altitude of 390 m on the Pain de Sucre. Marvel at the amazing view over Guanabara Bay and the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. Entry for the cable car is included.

Enjoy a cruise in Guanabara Bay for the best views of Rio de Janeiro with Sugar Loaf Mountain rising in the distance. You'll pass by little islands in the bay as you navigate through the waters.

Lunch included during the excursion.

Explore the world of the samba schools in Rio de Janeiro. Learn about the creation of the show, the history of samba, and the Rio de Janeiro carnival. Visit the warehouse, try on carnival costumes and taste famous Brazilian cocktail, the Caipirinha!

Choose to hike to Morro Dois Irmãos for brilliant views of Rio. Along the way, you'll see the Rocinha favela, one of the largest in Brazil. Admire the Pedra da Gavea and the Pedra Bonita, in addition to the famous Corcovado. Arrive at the highest point, and enjoy the incredible vista of the southern region of the city, from the districts of Leblon to Botafogo. Descend on foot through Vidigal.

Transport included.
Lunch not included.

Presided over by the iconic Christ the Redeemer sculpture, Rio de Janeiro is an instantly-recognisable city with heaps of attractions. Its city centre offers a mix of quaint colonial architecture, modern businesses, and a sun-drenched beach, making it the perfect place for a memorable, one-of-a-kind city trip.

The home of Samba and the Caipirinha cocktail, this city has an unmistakable party atmosphere - make the most of this by taking a visit to the Sambadrome, which hosts the official Rio Carnival in the week before Lent, but where you can see the local samba schools rehearsing from December onwards. End your day exploring the city’s bars, sampling not only the iconic cocktail, but a chope, a draught beer characteristically served in tall glasses.

Of course, the unmissable attraction in the city is the magnificent Christ the Redeemer, a beautiful sculpture in the top of Corcovado Hill and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Travellers can opt to take the charming tram to the top of the hill, where you’re greeted by a spectacular view of the city centre, plus Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana beach!