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Customized trip to Rio de Janeiro and its region

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From : 5 995 €
Duration: 15 days / 13 nights

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Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the Samba, in Rio and its surroundings. There is never enough time to explore all of Rio, but being able to start your stay there will immerse you in the local culture. The rest of the stay will take you on a cruise to appreciate the landscapes, the Serra dos Orgaos mountains, the Passagem mine, and many more. Thanks to your private guide, you will discover a part of Brazil, and undeniably fall in love with it.

An agency specializing in travel in Brazil, My Luxury Travel invites you to discover Rio de Janeiro and its surroundings during a tailor-made tour in Brazil with a private guide included for the duration of your stay.

Exceptional and personalized stay in Rio de Janeiro

As a family, as a couple or with friends, discover Rio de Janeiro and its surroundings during a thematic stay with My Luxury Travel, an agency specializing in travel in Brazil.

Between samba, dream beaches and culture, you will be accompanied by a private guide to discover the essential places of Rio de Janeiro, including the immense statue of Christ the Redeemer dominating the capital on the hill of Corcovado, the beaches of Copacabana and 'Ipanema, or even the Sugar Loaf accessible by cable car.

To better understand the history, architecture and atmosphere of the capital, let yourself be guided in a more confidential and authentic Rio de Janeiro.

The wonders around Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro is the name of the Brazilian capital, but also that given to the surrounding region. It is home to some of the most beautiful sites in the country that you absolutely must be able to contemplate during your tailor-made circuit in Brazil :

  • the Costa Verde : a true jewel made up of mountains planted with pristine forests and dream beaches, the Costa Verde is perfect for a nature getaway.
  • Buzios : this seaside town in the state of Rio de Janeiro is renowned for its relaxed lifestyle and its many sublime beaches. Nicknamed the Saint-Tropez of the tropics, it attracts celebrities from all over the world including Brigitte Bardot who has largely contributed to popularize it.

If you get away from this Brazilian Saint-Tropez and Rio de Janeiro, be sure to take a jump to the sensational Iguazu Falls and, why not, spend a night in a refuge in forest.

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This price includes:

  • International flights in economy class
  • Airport and security taxes (350 euros to date)
  • 03 nights in a 5-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro – accommodation and breakfast
  • 07 nights in 4-star category hotels – accommodation and breakfast
  • 03 nights in a 3-star hotel – accommodation and breakfast
  • Private guide
  • Half board on 10, 11 and 12 days
  • Local assistance
  • The delivery of a complete travel diary on Brazil from the My Luxury Travel agency

This price does not include:

  • Optional excursions and personal expenses
  • P & C insurances and cancellation: contact us
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • English speaking guide

Our selection of hotels (or similar) *:

  • Santa Teresa Gallery by Sofitel 5 * - Rio de Janeiro
  • Solar do Imperio 4 * - Petropolis
  • Solar do Rosario 4 * - Ouro Preto
  • Oratorio Boutique 4 * - Tiradentes
  • Pousada Literaria 4 * - Paraty
  • Refugio Mamangua 3 * - San do Mamangua

Editable itinerary on request.

Price per person, from, on a double basis, subject to availability at the time of booking. In June 2024, Excluding Christmas period and school holidays.

* Hotels subject to availability at the time of booking

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  • Formalities and visa

For a stay less than 90 days, no visa is necessary. On the other hand, a valid passport at least six months after the return date is required.

  • Health (mandatory vaccines, recommended vaccines)

You should be up to date for the following vaccines: diphtheria, polio and tetanus.
Vaccines against rabies, yellow fever, typhoid fever and hepatitis A and B are recommended.

  • Currency and official language

The currency is the real (BRL). 1.00 € = 3,71276 BRL
The official language is Portuguese. 

  • Useful addresses

French Embassy 
SES - Avenida das Naçoès - Lote 04 - Quadra 801
Brasilia - DF
Phone: +55 61 3222 3999

Embassy of Brazil
34, course Albert 1er
75008 Paris
Phone: 01.45.61.63.00


Best season to leave : In Brazil, the seasons are reversed compared to Europe. However, even during the winter period from June to August, temperatures remain above 20 ° despite some rains.
In general, you can visit the country all year long.

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Rio de Janeiro

Reception at Rio airport upon your arrival, then transfer to your hotel.

Night in Rio de Janeiro.

tailor-made trip to brazil - rio and its region

Rio de Janeiro

After breakfast, your French guide will pick you up to visit Rio.

The first visit of the day will be in the Botanical Garden. The latter is a pride for the Cariocas. 141 hectares of park, with specimens of Brazilian flora, as well as worldwide. 

Then go to the Tijuca National Park, which is in the heart of Rio. Oasis of greenery, it represents 3200 hectares, making it the largest urban forest in the world. 

The highlight of the day will be the climb to Corcovado, symbol of Rio. You will take the time to admire its panoramic and enchanting view.

Night in Rio de Janeiro.

tailor-made trip - best carnivals in the world carnval de rio

Rio de Janeiro - Private sailing cruise in Guanabara Bay

Around 8:30 a.m., your guide will meet you at the hotel to take you to the Marina of Gloria. The captain will be waiting for you on his sailboat for a ride of more than 4h, to discover Guanabara, and the beaches being located in the southern part of Rio. 

On these more or less calm waters, you will appreciate the many sites of Rio, such as Sugar Loaf, Copacabana, or the beach ofIpanema.

Free afternoon.

Night in Rio de Janeiro.

trip to brazil - guanabara bay

 

Rio de Janeiro - Petropolis

It will take about 1h of road to reach the city of Petropolis. To get there, you will meander the mountains of the Serra back Orgaos. Almost 1000m above sea level, it was also popular resorts for the ancient emperors of Brazil.

Once there, a tour of the city will be made to the smallest detail. 

Overnight in Petropolis.

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Petropolis - Nova Friburgo - Petropolis

Enjoy this day to finish visiting the Petropolis site. After lunch, management Nova Friburgo which is about 2 hours drive to visit a cheese dairy. 

Back to Petropolis at the end of the day.

Overnight in Petropolis.

View of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil with mountains - luxury travel

Petropolis - Ouro Preto 

Departure in the morning to join Black Gold, located at 345km from there. 

Depending on your arrival time, your day will be devoted to visiting the city. Baroque churches, steep streets, old-fashioned houses, this city was founded at the beginning of the 18ᵉ century. Many artists of the time, such as Manoel da Costa Athaide or Aleijadinho left their mark there.

Overnight in Ouro Preto

Bungalow Casa Dos Arandis Brazil

Ouro Preto - Mariana - Ouro Preto

Short trip from 6 km for a visit of the Passagem mine. There was a gold mine at the time, which was kept as a testimony to this era which shook the region in the 18th century.

Your route will pass through Mariana, which was the first city built by the Portuguese after the discovery of diamond and gold deposits. Located in the hollow of the mountains, it retains a singular charm of this period. 

A tour of the city will be offered before returning in the middle of the day to Ouro Preto.

Overnight in Ouro Preto.

Ouro Petro - trip to Brazil

 

Ouro Preto Tiradentes

Departure with your private guide, to Congonhas, where the statues of the 12 apostles are located, which is a masterpiece of the Aleijadinho. These statues overlook an esplanade occupied by the 6 Dos Passos chapels. In their saints, you can see several scenes of the passion of Christ, carved in wood.

You will take the road towards Tiradentes, for an arrival at the end of the day.

Night in Tiradentes.

brazil trip ouro preto tiradentes

Tiradentes - Sao Joao del Rei - Paraty

After a full visit of Tiradentes, a colonial town now converted into a bohemian city thanks to its many artists, you will leave in the direction of Paraty about 400 km away.

Overnight in Paraty.

tailor-made trip to Brazil - city of tiradentes

 

Paraty - Laranjeiras - Saco do Mamangua

You will leave Paraty aboard a local minibus, to village of Laranjeiras which is 30 min. A hike is planned, about 3 hours and accessible to all.

After an hour and a half of walking, you will arrive at Saco do Managua which is the wildest place in the region. A little further down is a small village lost on the edge of the mangrove, Regato. You will have lunch with locals who will be there to welcome you.

During the afternoon, and after a new walk, you will arrive in the Refugio do Managua. It is in this refuge that Paulo, a biologist writer, and his wife, carry out studies on the balance of the ego system.

The night will be spent in one of their cottages, in a simple comfort, without electricity. Intense tranquility.

Night in Managua.

Tailor-made stay in Brazil - city of Paraty

Saco of Mamangua

On the program for this day 11, 3 hours of canoeing, always accessible to all. The canoe is ideal for approaching nature, without a sound. Egrets, ibises, kingfishers, crabs, red black-legged siri, there is plenty of wildlife.

Leave your boat for a moment to reach a natural swimming pool and have lunch there.

The end of the day will revolve between hammock, idleness, and that's it! 

Overnight in Mamangua.

mamangua - trip to rio de janeiro

 

Soco do Mamangua

Hike of 2h30, of a stronger intensity with a drop of 440 m. This excursion can be modified as needed.

Ascend to Mamangua Sugar Loaf. The view is breathtaking and well worth the climb.

End of the day on the beach before a canoe trip. 

Overnight in Mamangua.

Mamangua Beach - Brazil Luxury Travel

Saco do Mamangua - Paraty

Return on board a fishing boat fitted out in Paraty. The return will happen from island to island, from beach to beach. Stops suitable for swimming will be made, for example at Ilha Comprida, Saco de Velha, etc.

Overnight in Paraty.

paraty beach - tailor-made trip to Brazil

Paraty - Rio de Janeiro

End of stay with early departure to Rio Airport. 

Return to France.

Rio de Janeiro and its region

  • A complete discovery of Rio de Janeiro and its surroundings
  • Private Guide for the duration of your stay
  • 2 days at the sensational Iguazu Falls
  • Nights in a shelter in the forest
Entrust your desires to our specialists who will develop a tailor-made itinerary in accordance with your desires. Get expert advice for a unique travel experience and

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To complete a world tour, several weeks are necessary, because it is necessary to establish an itinerary, with the travelers, adapted to their expectations.

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