Rio de Janeiro: living the dream together! (5 days, 4 nights)
Rio de Janeiro
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Five days in Rio - it’s a Brazilian dream! A fascinating city, guarded by the imposing statue of Christ the Savior, carnival and samba, world-famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, caipirinha and churrasco, history and unique atmosphere.
Join us for a walking tour around the city, a visit to the carnival museum or to the coastal districts, a procession of the best samba schools, a climb to the top of Sugar oaf Mountain, a trip to a tropical island for a day of swimming and sunbathing – and for savouring the incredible cuisine of this wonderful country!
To finish in festive mood we have a private party with a DJ on the beach.
Are you up to 5 unforgettable days in Brazil’s capital?
DAY 1
Flight to Rio. Meeting with the guides in the arrival zone.
Transfer from the airport to Arena Iponema Hotel (or another hotel of the same standing).
Settling in.
Welcoming evening on the roof (at the swimming pool) of the Arena Ipanema Hotel. Champagne, cold and hot snacks.
Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Night in Rio.
DAY 2
Breakfast at the hotel.
Meeting the guides at the hotel lobby and leaving for an interactive tour of Rio.
Our program includes:
A tour of Grande Rio Samba School. This is one of the most important samba schools in Rio and there you can learn all about the history of samba and carnival costumes. You’ll be able to soak up the carnival atmosphere and take pictures wearing colorful costumes while tasting a welcoming caipirinha.
Surprise.
A bus tour of the city: we’ll start with a giant mural by street artist Eduardo Kobra (near the new port) and take a group photo in front of the artwork. After that we are going to see the trademark sights of the city: the Selaron Stairs, the Cathedral, the Theatre, Cinelandia Square and others.
Lunch at Fogo de Chao: buffet table at one of the best steak houses in the city.
Return to the hotel. Free time.
Dinner at the hotel, meeting the guides and transfer to Sambodromo to see the biggest samba show on the planet!
Dress code: carnival and party.
After the show, transfer to the hotel.
Night in Rio.
DAY 3.
Breakfast and free time.
Lunch at “La Frontera”, a cozy restaurant famous for the variety of its dishes.
After lunch, city tour of Rio (by bus). Today will be the day to see the beautiful beaches and the coastal neighborhoods of the capital. Ipanema, Leblon, São Conrado and Barra da Tijuca will be the points of your interest. We’ll stop at the Leme beach, where we rest and admire the beautiful views of Copacabana.
Next, we’ll get to the top of Rio’s legendary Sugarl oaf Mountain and watch the sunset paint the city and its Christ Statue with beautiful colors.
Dinner at “Assador Rio’s”: famous Brazilian churrasco prepared for you by the best chefs and according to the recipes carefully passed on through generations.
Return to the hotel.
Night in Rio.
DAY 4.
Breakfast. Meeting the guides and transfer to the location where your boat tour will start. Today you’ll have a vessel for yourselves to enjoy the ocean. There will be stops allowing you to swim and then a longer stop on the tropical island called Itacuruçá.
Return to the hotel. Free time.
In the evening, the guides will meet you and accompany you to the beach where you'll attend a traditional White Party. Dress code: white
This private beach party will feature: music provided for you by a professional DJ, an open bar with exotic caipirinhas and beer, traditional hot and cold starters and the incredible atmosphere of Rio’s nightlife!
After the party, transfer to the hotel.
Night in Rio.
DAY 5.
Breakfast at the hotel, check-out.
Our guides will meet you at the hotel and accompany you to the airport.
International flight home.