Rio Explorer
4 days/3 nights
The city is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is ideally nestled between the mountains and the sea. Many bays, small islands, rocks and the beautiful coastline characterize the fascinating landscape. The beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema are among the most beautiful beaches are world-famous. The approximately 6.5 million (Cariocas) account that the city also has many attractions and recreational areas. The best known are probably the 395-meter high Sugar Loaf (“Pão de Açúcar”) overlooking Copacabana beach. The “mountain” Rios is the 709 meters high Corcovado (“Cristo Redentor” / Christ statue). It was upgraded in early 2003 and is now also accessible for wheelchairs. The town was restored in the last two years, in many respects and presents visitors with a new vision. Rio offers a variety of entertainment and cultural events such as concerts, theater and shows.
Day 1: Airport Transfer GIG or SDU - Hotel. Historical and cultural tour of the city with the Sugar Loaf (4 hours)
In the afternoon, visit the city of Rio de Janeiro. Visit the most famous sights: The historic center with colonial influences and the Sugar Loaf. We leave the hotel and drive through the neighborhood of Botafogo and Flamengo Park. Then we continue towards the center on Avenida Presidente Vargas, which borders the futuristic office buildings. (The “Avenidas” are roads lanes 6-8) and go through the Candelaria cathedral. photo stop at the “Sambadrome”. In this stage, the samba schools parade during the carnival. For the viewer, a world-class show for local participants parade organized according to strict criteria. On the way back through Avenida Rio Branco, we see the municipal theater, a copy of the Paris Opera House, built in 1909. From there, via the famous Cinelandia “Arcos da Lapa”. We continue to the famous modern cathedral “Sao Sebastiao” and Sugar Loaf in the neighborhood of Urca. A cable car takes us to the Sugar Loaf. The track is divided into two sectors. The first section up to the Urca hill, 220 meters above the level of the sea. After a first view and a short walk, you can take the second cable car to the top, 396 meters above the level of the sea where you will enjoy a spectacular view of the city.
Optional: Rio by Night (5 hours). Dinner in a top “churrascaria” (BBQ Restaurant). Delicious buffet with fish, seafood, sushi and sashimi, salads, vegetables and approximately 25 types of meat served at the table “all you can eat” – alternative restaurant possible. Then enjoy a great samba show at Ginga Tropical.
(Change of program / transfer overnight possible according to arrival time).
Day 2: Free day or "Rio individual and exclusive"
You can book a local tourist driver/guide. This allows you to fully customize the program according to your wishes and expectations. Our guide accompanies you and gives you the latest information on events, shows, selection of restaurants, other highlights as well as insider tips. Evening programs are also possible. For example, “Lapa by Night” with many musicians, restaurants and the famous Rio Scenarium. Lapa proved to be a real and genuine “carioca joy” for the release. The music is played in every corner, many pubs invite you to linger. The atmosphere is relaxed, ideal for young people. You will be taken back to the hotel at 7 pm. We drive to the Lapa area where we eat in a typical restaurant. After a guided tour through the narrow streets, the respective hot spots of the stage are displayed. Caipirinhas and other drinks are available for a fraction of the cost in Copacabana. The tour ends officially at 10 am, accompanied by a transfer to your hotel. Night hunters may of course stay longer, but return transport is no longer included. The minimum duration is 4 hours. Costs on request.
Day 3: Half day with Corcovado rainforest
Morning tour of one of the most famous landmarks in the world: the Corcovado! Our tour takes you to the station of “Cosme Velho”, located at the foot of the Corcovado mountain. Here we board the cogwheel train, which leads us to 710 meters high. We cross the largest rainforest in the world in the urban area, the Tijuca Forest. It is in the heart of Rio and separated from North to South. We appreciate the aerial views and wonderful fresh air already on the way up, which takes about 25 minutes. Terminus you climb 222 steps to the statue of Christ high of 38m. It was upgraded in early 2003 and is also accessible for wheelchairs. Rio is at your feet. The panorama is unique! Our tour continues through the 2.1 km long tunnel “Reboucas” beyond the lagoon “Rodrigo de Freitas” through the tunnel “Dois Irmãos (two brothers),” through residential neighborhoods “São Conrado”; We drive along the beaches of Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana back to the hotel.
Day 4: Transfer Hotel - Airport GIG or SDU
Accommodation | Room category | Price per person USD | Validity |
Windsor Copa *** | Standard no view | 320 | 1.3.-31.8.2021 / 16.-28.12.2021 |
Américas ***(*) | Superior city view | 307 | 1.3. – 30.6.2021 |
Novotel Leme **** | Superior city view | 346 | 1.3. – 31.10.2021 |
Pestana Atlântica **** | Lateral ocean view upper floors | 359 | 1.3. – 30.9.2021 |
Windsor Excelsior **** | Superior lateral ocean view | 395 | 1.3.-31.8.2021 / 16.-28.12.2021 |
Arena Copacabana **** | Superior lateral ocean view | 398 | 1.4. – 28.12.2021 |
Windsor California **** | Superior lateral ocean view | 437 | 1.3.-31.8.2021 / 16.-28.12.2021 |
Porto Bay **** | Superior lateral ocean view | 437 | 1.4. – 31.10.2021 |
Miramar Boutique Hotel by Windsor ***** Rooftop infinity edge pool panoramic view
| Superior lateral ocean view | 463 | 1.3.-31.8.2021 / 16.-28.12.2021 |
Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana ***** | Fairmont room city view | 605 | 3.1.-31.5.2021 / 1.9.21-31.3.22 Special: early-booking discount |
Fasano ***** | Superior internal view | 888 | 3.1. – 30.6.2021 Fr/Sa +60 total |
Belmond Copacabana Palace ***** | Superior city view | 724 | 2.1.-27.12.2021 Fr/Sa +40 total |
Hotel classification: assessment of Brazil Insider. The official classification is generally higher
Room category: Brazil Insider offers specially differentiated hotel categories such as ocean view or junior suite at top prices. Lower or higher categories on request
Price based on 2 people. Another number of people, route guidance and residence time on request
Exceptions: separate prices for Christmas, New Year, Carnival, Easter and local holidays
Departures: Daily
Included:
• Accommodation in a double room including breakfast and all taxes
• English speaking guide for all excursions
• Portuguese speaking driver for private transfers. Supplement for English speaking guide: USD 40 per person total, in and out transfers
• All entrance fees Corcovado cog railway and cable car Sugarloaf
• All meals mentioned in the program
• All taxes and service charges
Not included:
• Personal expenses such as drinks, etc.
• Gratuities (optional for guides, drivers, etc.)
• Travel insurance (eg, luggage, cancellation, return extra)
• Flights
Prices and programs subject to change