Emerald Coast - Rio, Paraty & Ilha Grande

Bem-vindo in Brazil! After landing at the international airport of Rio de Janeiro, you will be welcomed and warmly welcomed. On the transfer to the hotel on Copacabana you can get a first impression of the former capital of Brazil, which is wonderfully embedded between numerous hills and bays. From a distance you can certainly take a look at the two landmarks of the city: the statue of Christ and the Sugar Loaf. The rest of the day can be used as freetime.

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After spending the first night in Rio, you can look forward to the most beautiful moments in the metropolis!

After a delicious breakfast you will be picked up from the hotel and start the day on an exciting day. You will first be taken to the top of Mount Corcovado for breathtaking views of the city center. Corcovado is home to the famous statue of Christ that surrounds the city. It is 38 meters high and represents the faith and goodness of Carioca, the people of Rios.

There is a stop to visit the Maracana (outside only) and the opportunity to learn a little about the history of the last phase of the football World Cup in 1950 and 2014.

During this half day tour, you will also see the Selaron Stairs, Sambadrome and the Cathedral.

The afternoon is at your disposal.

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Optional: For an additional fee, you can visit the Maracanã Stadium inside. To book in advance.

Recommended: In the evening you can enjoy a typical dinner at the famous churrascaria Carretão do Lido. After that you will take part in the Ginga Tropical Show. The show offers an interactive tour of Brazilian culture through dance, music, and live performances. During this show, talented performers dance lambada, samba and bossa nova, dressed in bizarre carnival costumes. Hear folklore from the diverse country, live drumming and the Brazilian martial art: Capoeira. To book in advance.

Today you can look forward to a trip to the famous Sugar Loaf and the old town of Rio. After breakfast, you will be picked up by your guide and start another exciting day in Brazil's mega-metropolis. Two cable cars take you from the Urca district via the Morro de Urca to the Morro de Pão de Açúcar, the Sugar Loaf. This granite block, which is now a symbol of Rio, was called "pau-nh-acuga" by the natives, which means high, pointed mountain. This became "Pão de Açúcar" in Portuguese, meaning carrot. The 360 ​​° panoramic view from the top of the Sugar Loaf at an altitude of 395 m above sea level is breathtaking. You can look out over the golden beaches, the green rainforest, and a thriving city.

After a guided tour of the Santa Teresa district. Located in the heart of the city, with its natural and architectural landmarks, its Belvedere culturalra centers, studios, galleries, restaurants, bars, hotels and hotels - and even Carnival blocks - enliven more and more visitors and tourists in the neighbourhood, especially those who are looking for another alternative for leisure, with a touch of that calm of the past, in the heart of the central metropolis.

The afternoon is at your disposal.

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Recommended: You can fly over the whole city of Rio de Janeiro by helicopter (30 minutes) for a unique experience! To book in advance.

After breakfast, a half-day tour awaits you.

On this tour through the lush Tijuca rainforest, you will visit the Chinese viewpoint with a fantastic view of Copacabana as well as Ipanema Beach, Guanabara Bay and Sugar Loaf Mountain. With a little luck, you might see monkeys, sloths, or topical birds.

You will learn about the Taunay waterfall and visit the beautiful Mayrink Chapel.

We end our tour in the botanical garden. On an area of ​​around 140 hectares, the botanical garden fascinates with its around 6500 plant species. The Rio Botanical Garden is one of the ten most important of its kind in the world. Some of the 128 palm trees in the main avenue "Barbosa Rodrigues" date from the time the garden was created. In addition to numerous greenhouses, orchidariums and rose gardens, a lake with giant aquatic plants, such as the largest water lily in the Amazon, "Vitória Regia", is a main attraction.

The afternoon is at your disposal.

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After breakfast transfer to Paraty.

In the afternoon you will get to know the center of Paraty.

Famous for its extraordinary colonial architecture, the historic district is a wonder to explore, with stone streets winding between white buildings and baroque churches. The cultural offer is not limited to the historical: Paraty is home to many creative people and entrepreneurs from all over the world, whose restaurants, galleries and shops give the city a cosmopolitan touch. Nature lovers will love the nearby reserves, parks, and mountains that surround this alluring destination.

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Breakfast in the pousada and departure to visit Trindade.

Trindade, 24 km from the center of Paraty, is an old fishing village with the most beautiful beaches in the region. During the excursion you will visit the fabulous natural pool of Caixadaço, a rock formation by the sea where you can plunge into its crystal clear waters. You will try the delicious typical Caiçara cuisine with a beautiful sea view!

At the end of the visit, you will return to the structure and the rest of the day will be at leisure.

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After breakfast transfer to Ilha Grande.

The transfer is in two parts: From Paraty to Angra dos Reis and Boat to Vila do Abraão.

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Enjoy an unforgettable boat tour of the Blue and Green Lagoons. Snorkel and explore the vibrant and fascinating marine life that inhabits the thriving underwater world.

Take a stroll, relax on the sand, or dip your toes in the crystal-clear water. Make use of the pool noodles to float and unwind in the water. Afterward, continue the tour to the Enseada das Estrelas, where you can immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of this magnificent destination.

Please note that lunch is optional.

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Today is at your disposal.

Many excursions are possible in Ilha Grande. Choose and book the tour you like best on the spot.

The Ilha Grande is one of the largest and most famous islands in Brazil and is only 150km from Rio de Janeiro. If islands could speak, then the Ilha Grande would be able to tell us many a twists and turns from its wild past. Because it served as a pirate island and refuge for European pirate ships from an early age. Pirates have fought many bitter fights on their soil and off their coasts. The many wrecks off their coast still bear witness to this today. After its actual development by the Portuguese in the 18th century, the Ilha Grande was far from boring: it became a hub for the slave trade, then a leprosy station, and between 1903 and 1994 the island finally served as a prison: the infamous Cândido-Mendes- Prison made a name for itself especially under the Brazilian military dictatorship.

Today, however, the former pirate island has found its true calling - it is a designated nature reserve, a paradise for ecotourism and attracts with a breathtaking number of dream beaches.

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Breakfast in the pousada and free morning. In the afternoon, take the boat to Conceição de Jacarei and then a transfer return to Rio de Janeiro.

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After amazing impressions of one of the truly most beautiful and spirited countries on earth, take your flight home today if you end your individual tour of Brazil at this point. After breakfast at the hotel you will be transferred to the airport. Certainly your eyes will close on the return flight, but maybe you use the time to look at the many vacation photos on the plane and review unforgettable days in Brazil!

If your flight departs in the evening, it is possible to organize a tour. To book in advance.