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Brazil
Explore the city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, whether on a city break or as part of a longer trip. Short tours and activities for Rio de Janeiro and nearby attractions are shown below (where available). You can also check out a wide range of guidebooks from the link above and explore flight and accomodation options from our industry leading partners below.
Rio de Janeiro is one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities in the world. Known as the Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvellous City), its setting is almost unparalleled - crammed between stunning white beaches and soaring mountains with the peaks of Sugarloaf Mountain and the Corcovado guarding its bay. The 1,300-metre long cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain gives you spectacular views across the city and Guanabara Bay, which are matched by those on Corcovado on top of which lies the magnificent statue of Christ the Redeemer, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Back in the city, Rio's famous beaches (Ipanema, Copacabana and Leblon) are filled with sun worshippers, the colonial part of the city has many historic buildings and museums and the picturesque barrio of Santa Teresa is known as 'The Montmartre of Rio'. Its at night when Rio really comes alive though, with the samba bars of Lapa and the bars and restaurants of Ipanema and Copacabana filled with live music, energy and people having fun. The whole city goes wild with parades and parties in the week leading up to the Mardi Gras Carnival every year in February. The contrast between the opulent downtown and the poverty in the hillside favelas can be seen on a tour of Rocinha (the largest in South America). Another must-see attraction is a football game at the world famous 95,000 seat Maracena Stadium to experience the unique Brazilian football atmosphere. For quiet time away from the city's bustle, the beautiful Botanical Gardens or tropical rainforest of Tijuca National Park provides a welcome break from the concrete jungle.
Tours from Rio de Janeiro
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Price: £43 Duration: 12 hrs Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Buzios - The Classic City Spend some time getting to know the charming city of Buzios made famous by French actress Brigitte Bardot. |
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Price: £43 Duration: day tour Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Buzios Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro Take a day trip from Rio de Janeiro to experience the cosmopolitan style, quaint charm and elegant architecture of Buzios. Walk through the town on a guided tour before there is free time to explore Buzios at your own leisure. |
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Price: £328 Duration: 2 days Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Green Coast and Paraty 2 Day Hiking Tour On the Green Coast there is a large peninsula covered by Atlantic Rainforest with a few fishermens settlements and several wild beaches. Hike up to these beaches and explore this unspoiled and isolated area. You will also have time to visit Paraty one of Brazils most well-preserved colonial towns. |
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Price: £460 Duration: 3 days Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Green Coast and Paraty 3 Day Hiking Tour On the Green Coast there is a large peninsula covered by Atlantic Rainforest with a few fishermens settlements and several wild beaches. Hike up to these beaches and explore this unspoiled and isolated area. You will also have time to visit Paraty one of Brazils most well-preserved colonial towns. |
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Price: £39 Duration: day tour Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Guanabara Bay On January 1st 1502, a Portuguese squad, commanded by Andre Gonçalves, discovered the Guanabara Bay and, judging to be a great river, and being January he gave it the name of Rio de Janeiro. |
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Price: £285 Duration: 2 days Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Ilha Grande 2 Day Hiking Tour Explore the "Big Island"! Head to four of the islands over 100 beaches passing by the village of Abra |
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Price: £424 Duration: 3 days Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Ilha Grande 3 Day Hiking Tour Explore the "Big Island"! Head to four of the islands over 100 beaches passing by the village of Abra |
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Price: £143 Duration: 15 hrs Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Ilha Grande Full Day Hiking Tour Explore the "Big Island"! Head to four of the islands over 100 beaches passing by the village of Abra |
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Price: £40 Duration: 10 hrs Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Petropolis - The Imperial City Go to the city of Petropolis about 60 km away from Rio. It has been called the Imperial City since the Emperor Pedro II. |
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Price: £40 Duration: day tour Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Petropolis - The Imperial City The city of Petropolis is located 60 km away from Rio and it has been called the Imperial City since the Emperor Pedro II. Settled by the Germans, Petropolis keeps the memory of Brazilian history with its buildings and charming streets. |
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Price: £40 Duration: day tour Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Petropolis Day Trip Tour from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace Escape the crowds of Rio de Janiero at Petropolis, the beautiful mountain retreat of Brazil's only two emperors. Wander through the Imperial Museum. Pay your respects at Catedral Sao Pedro de Alcantara, the burial place of Brazil's last imperial family. See the stunning glass Crystal Palace built by the French in 1879. |
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Price: £40 Duration: day tour Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Rainforest Jeep Tour Enter the Tijuca Rainforest on a open jeep where it’s possible to see the contrast between the "Stone jungle and a tropical forest in the middle of a big city." |
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Price: £292 Duration: 2 days Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Serra Dos Orgaos National Park 2 Day Hiking Trip Enjoy a hike at the Serra Dos Orgaos National Park! You will visit the Soberbo river pools and falls hike up the summit of Pedra do Sino enjoy lunch and bird watching and take in the wonderful views of Teres |
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Price: £415 Duration: 2 days Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Serra dos Orgaos National Park 2-Day Trek Go on Brazils famous Travessia Petropolis-Teresopolis trek trail! |
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Price: £104 Duration: 12 hrs Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Serra Dos Orgaos National Park Full Day Enjoy a hike at the Serra Dos Orgaos National Park! You will visit the Soberbo river pools and falls enjoy lunch and bird watching and take in the wonderful views of Teres |
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Price: £42 Duration: day tour Ex: Rio de Janeiro |
Tijuca Rain Forest Jeep Tour from Rio de Janeiro 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. |
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