The best of Brazil: From São Paulo to Rio 3*

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The 10 days and 9 nights tour in the specified accommodation or similar
Breakfast included
Flights departing from the city of your choice
Transfers as listed in the programme
Excursions and activities listed in the itinerary
The services of local private English-speaking guides as indicated in the programme

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Your stay starts here

Embark on a 10-day, unforgettable journey through Brazil, taking in the vibrant modernity of São Paulo, the colonial charm of Paraty, and the unparalleled energy of Rio de Janeiro.

This tour will introduce you to Brazil's striking contrasts, from dynamic cities and historic villages to spectacular coastal landscapes. You will enjoy cultural, natural and gastronomic experiences that are typical of the country. You will explore iconic sites, idyllic beaches, historic cobbled streets and breathtaking panoramic views, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the diversity and richness of this fascinating country.

Your day-by-day itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in São Paulo

Day 2: Tour of São Paulo

Day 3: From São Paulo to Paraty

Day 4: Walking tour & schooner cruise in Paraty

Day 5: Free day in Paraty

Day 6: From Paraty to Rio de Janeiro

Day 7: Corcovado & Sugarloaf Mountain

Day 8: Historic Centre of Rio & Santa Teresa

Day 9: Free day in Rio de Janeiro

Day 10: Departure from Rio de Janeiro

Your detailed itinerary

Day 1 - São Paulo

Arrival in São Paulo.

Transfer to the hotel. Private service with English-speaking guide.

Check-in begins between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Evening at leisure.

Hotel: Intercity Pamplona Hotel (or similar)

Day 2 - São Paulo

Today, you will discover São Paulo.

This half-day guided tour offers an in-depth introduction to São Paulo, Brazil's largest and most dynamic metropolis. The tour combines history, culture and modern life, highlighting the city's remarkable contrasts and diversity.

Begin with a panoramic tour of Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo's main green space, where you will discover monuments such as the Obelisk and the Bandeiras Monument, as well as architectural works by Oscar Niemeyer. Continue through upscale neighbourhoods such as Jardins, renowned for its elegant avenues, boutiques and refined architecture.

The tour continues to Vila Madalena, a creative and bohemian neighbourhood, where you will stop at the famous Beco do Batman, an open-air gallery of colourful urban art. Cross Avenida Paulista, the financial and cultural heart of the city, lined with museums, historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.

Finish with a panoramic tour of the historic centre, passing by iconic sites such as the Municipal Theatre, Vale do Anhangabaú, Pátio do Colégio, São Bento Monastery and Sé Cathedral. Throughout the tour, your private guide will provide explanations and insights into the history, daily life and cultural identity of São Paulo, ensuring a rich and captivating experience.

Duration: 4 hours - Private services with English-speaking guide

Hotel: 3-star Intercity Pamplona Hotel (or similar)

Day 3 - São Paulo - Paraty

Departure for Paraty. Private transfer from São Paulo to Paraty with an English-speaking guide.

Travel along a picturesque route that connects Brazil's largest metropolis to one of its most charming colonial towns.

Along the way, enjoy views of the Atlantic Forest, coastal mountains and the expanses of the Costa Verde.

The service is provided with a private vehicle and a professional driver, ensuring comfort, safety and flexibility. Door-to-door service from your hotel in São Paulo to your accommodation in Paraty. The journey covers approximately 260 km and takes around 4.5 to 5.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Accommodation: 3-star Pousada Eclipse (or similar)

Day 4 - Paraty, between land and sea

Discover the charm and colonial beauty of Paraty on a guided walking tour through its historic cobbled streets. Admire the well-preserved 17th and 18th century architecture, colourful houses, baroque churches, and learn more about the rich history of the town, once an essential stop on the Gold Trail.

After the tour, relax on a sailing cruise through the crystal-clear waters of Paraty Bay. Enjoy stops at idyllic islands and secluded beaches, which are perfect for swimming and snorkelling. A delicious lunch will be served on board to round off a day of combining culture and nature in one of Brazil's most picturesque coastal towns.

Note: The walking tour takes place on uneven terrain; comfortable shoes are recommended. Bring your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen for the cruise.

Walking tour of Paraty (private) & Sailboat cruise with lunch (shared boat) - Duration: 8 hours (daily excursion)

Accommodation: 3-star Pousada Eclipse (or similar)

Day 5 - Day at leisure in Paraty

Day at leisure to explore Paraty at your own pace.

Take a stroll through the historic centre's charming cobbled streets, admire the well-preserved colonial architecture, and discover the local shops, art studios, and cafés. It's the perfect way to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and timeless charm of this coastal town.

Accommodation: 3-star Pousada Eclipse (or similar)

Day 6 - Paraty - Rio de Janeiro

Private transfer from Paraty to Rio de Janeiro, along the picturesque Costa Verde, one of Brazil's most beautiful coastal roads.

Along the way, enjoy views of the lush Atlantic Forest, coastal landscapes and charming seaside villages.

The service is provided with a private vehicle and professional driver (or guide, if contracted), offering comfort, safety and door-to-door service from your hotel in Paraty to your accommodation. The journey covers approximately 250 km and takes around 4.5 to 5.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Hotel: 3-star Windsor Copa Hotel (or similar)

Day 7 - The Must-Sees of Rio de Janeiro

Start your day in Rio de Janeiro by visiting one of the New Seven Wonders of the World: Christ the Redeemer. Take a scenic train ride through the lush Tijuca Forest to reach the summit of Corcovado Mountain, where the iconic statue welcomes you with open arms and treats you to panoramic city views.

Restore your energy levels with a delicious lunch at a traditional Brazilian churrascaria, which offers an all-you-can-eat buffet of grilled meats and local specialities.

In the afternoon, explore the charming neighbourhood of Urca and take the cable car up to Sugarloaf Mountain. At 220 metres above sea level, enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of Rio de Janeiro, Guanabara Bay, Niterói and the sparkling Atlantic Ocean.

Duration: 8 hours - Private services with an English-speaking guide

Hotel: 3-star Windsor Copa Hotel (or similar)

Day 8 - Historic Rio

Discover the historic heart of Rio de Janeiro on a guided tour of the city's most iconic cultural and architectural landmarks. Explore the city centre, where colonial churches, historic squares and neoclassical buildings tell the story of Brazil.

Continue on to the bohemian neighbourhood of Santa Teresa, renowned for its winding streets, colourful houses, art studios and panoramic views of the city and Guanabara Bay. The tour ends with a stop at the famous Selarón Staircase, one of Rio's most photographed sites, adorned with colourful tiles from around the world.

An enriching experience combining history, culture and local charm.

Duration: 4 hours (except Sundays) - Private services with an English-speaking guide

Hotel: 3-star Windsor Copa Hotel (or similar)

Day 9 - Day at leisure in Rio de Janeiro

Day at leisure in Rio de Janeiro.

This is the perfect opportunity to stroll along Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, enjoy a delicious Brazilian meal or visit local cafés. Optional excursions can be arranged.

Hotel: 3-star Windsor Copa Hotel (or similar)

Day 10 - Paraty - Rio de Janeiro

After checking out, depart from your hotel in Paraty and journey along the picturesque Costa Verde towards Rio de Janeiro International Airport.

Enjoy the coastal scenery and views of the lush Atlantic Forest during this comfortable transfer. Your English-speaking guide will assist you throughout the trip, ensuring a smooth and punctual arrival at the airport for your flight.

Please allow sufficient time for departure, taking into account possible traffic and check-in formalities.

Duration: approximately 4 to 5 hours - Private service with an English-speaking guide

Your accommodation

During your stay, you will be accommodated as follows:

Sao Paulo: 2 nights at the 3-star Intercity Pamplona Hotel (or similar) at the beginning of your stay and 4 nights at the 3-star Windsor Copa Hotel (or similar) at the end of your stay
Paraty: 2 nights at the 3-star Pousada Eclipse

Your board

During your stay, you will enjoy the breakfast-only package.

Note

Maximum group size: 10 people.

Useful information

Practical details

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.

Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.

The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.

Detailed country by country here:

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

Vaccination

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:

https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries

https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

Visa

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:

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https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes

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Identity

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

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Brazil The best of Brazil: From São Paulo to Rio 3*

Deal negotiated for you

Your stay starts here

Your detailed itinerary

Day 1 - São Paulo

Day 2 - São Paulo

Day 3 - São Paulo - Paraty

Day 4 - Paraty, between land and sea

Day 5 - Day at leisure in Paraty

Day 6 - Paraty - Rio de Janeiro

Day 7 - The Must-Sees of Rio de Janeiro

Day 8 - Historic Rio

Day 9 - Day at leisure in Rio de Janeiro

Day 10 - Paraty - Rio de Janeiro

Your accommodation

Your board

Note

Useful information

Useful information

Practical details

Travel documents

Transportation

Formalities

Vaccination

Visa

Identity

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The best of Brazil: From São Paulo to Rio 3^*