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Brazil Experience

10-Day Rio, Iguazu Falls & Salvador Adventure

Your Journey

An Unforgettable 10-Day Adventure

Experience the rhythm, nature, and soul of Brazil – from Rio's iconic landmarks and vibrant beaches to the thundering Iguazu Falls and the rich Afro-Brazilian heritage of Salvador. This journey captures Brazil's incredible diversity of landscapes, cultures, and experiences.

Three Iconic Regions

Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, and Salvador in one epic journey

10 Days / 9 Nights

Perfectly paced for exploration and cultural immersion

Flexible Options

Private tours or small group adventures available

Quality Accommodations

Hand-picked boutique hotels and beachfront resorts

Day by Day

Your Complete Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Rio de Janeiro

📍 Copacabana / Ipanema

Transfer: Galeão International Airport to hotel

Activities:

  • Relax on Copacabana or Ipanema beach
  • Sunset beach walk along the promenade
  • Welcome dinner at beachfront restaurant

Accommodation: Arena Copacabana / Miramar by Windsor / Belmond Copacabana Palace (luxury)

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Dinner included

Day 2

Iconic Rio

📍 Corcovado & Sugarloaf

Morning:

  • Christ the Redeemer statue (Corcovado Mountain)
  • Panoramic city views from 710m elevation

Afternoon:

  • Sugarloaf Mountain cable car
  • Selarón Steps (colorful tiled stairway)
  • Santa Teresa bohemian district

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Breakfast included

Day 3

Rio at Leisure

📍 Rio de Janeiro

Choose Your Adventure:

  • Tijuca Forest hike (world's largest urban rainforest)
  • Favela cultural tour with local guide
  • Beach day at Ipanema or Copacabana
  • Evening samba show or live music

Optional Add-ons:

  • Hang gliding over Rio
  • Helicopter tour of the city

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Breakfast included

Day 4

Rio – Iguazu Falls

📍 Foz do Iguaçu

Flight: Rio to Foz do Iguaçu (~2 hours)

Afternoon Activities:

  • Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls
  • Panoramic walkways along the falls
  • Sunset viewpoints

Accommodation: JL Hotel / Hotel das Cataratas (luxury, inside park)

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Breakfast & dinner

Day 5

Iguazu Falls – Argentinian Side

📍 Iguazu National Park

Full Day Excursion:

  • Cross to Argentina side (visa-free for most)
  • Devil's Throat walkway – the largest cascade
  • Jungle train through rainforest
  • Upper and Lower Circuit trails

Optional: Zodiac boat safari under the falls

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Breakfast & lunch

Day 6

Iguazu – Salvador (Bahia)

📍 Pelourinho Historic Center

Flight: Foz do Iguaçu to Salvador via São Paulo or Rio

Evening:

  • Transfer to hotel in Pelourinho or beachfront
  • Evening stroll through colonial streets
  • Welcome dinner with Bahian cuisine

Accommodation: Villa Bahia / Fera Palace Hotel

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Dinner included

Day 7

Historic Salvador

📍 Pelourinho Old Town

Guided Tour:

  • Pelourinho UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • São Francisco Church (gilded Baroque interior)
  • Afro-Brazilian culture and history tour
  • Live capoeira demonstration

Evening: Traditional Bahian dinner with live music

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Breakfast & dinner

Day 8

Salvador Coastline

📍 Praia do Forte / Itapuã

Beach Excursion:

  • Day trip to Praia do Forte or Itapuã Beach
  • Sea turtle conservation project visit
  • Relaxation on pristine tropical beaches

Optional: Island boat tour to Ilha dos Frades

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Breakfast & lunch

Day 9

Culture & Cuisine

📍 Salvador

Morning:

  • Bahian cooking class (moqueca, acarajé)
  • Mercado Modelo artisan market

Afternoon: Free time for shopping or beach

Evening:

  • Farewell dinner
  • Live samba or forró music performance

🛏️ Overnight • 🍽️ Breakfast & dinner

Day 10

Departure

📍 Homebound

Morning: Breakfast at hotel, last moments in Salvador

Transfer: Private transfer to Salvador International Airport

Flight: International departure

🍽️ Breakfast included

Trip Details

What's Included

Everything you need for a seamless Brazilian adventure

Domestic Flights

Rio – Iguazu – Salvador flights included

Private Transfers

All airport pickups and ground transportation

9 Nights Accommodation

Quality hotels in prime locations throughout

Daily Breakfast

Plus select lunches and dinners throughout

Expert Guides

Professional local guides in each destination

Park Entrance Fees

Iguazu Falls (both sides) and all attractions

Cultural Experiences

Cooking class, capoeira show, and live music

Experience

Journey Highlights

01

Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf

Stand at the feet of one of the New Seven Wonders of the World atop Corcovado Mountain, then soar by cable car to Sugarloaf for sweeping views of Rio's famous coastline, Guanabara Bay, and the sprawling cidade maravilhosa.

02

Iguazu Falls

Experience the raw power of 275 cascades spanning nearly 3 kilometers. Walk the dramatic Devil's Throat viewing platform on the Argentinian side and feel the mist from the thundering waters – a true force of nature.

03

Afro-Brazilian Salvador

Discover the soul of Brazil in Salvador's Pelourinho district – a UNESCO World Heritage Site bursting with colorful colonial architecture, the rhythms of samba and capoeira, and rich Afro-Brazilian cultural traditions.

04

Copacabana & Ipanema

Sink your toes into the sand of the world's most famous beaches. Watch the sunset paint the sky orange as cariocas play footvolley, sip fresh coconut water, and feel the laid-back rhythm of Rio's legendary beach culture.

05

Bahian Cuisine & Music

Taste the flavors of Brazil's culinary heartland – from spicy moqueca fish stew to crispy acarajé. Learn to cook traditional dishes in a hands-on class, then dance the night away to live samba and forró rhythms.

Investment

Pricing Guide

Transparent pricing for your 10-day Brazil adventure (per person, excl. int'l flights)

Budget Option

Brazil Explorer

Comfortable 3-star hotels

$1,800 - $2,500
  • 3-star hotels in good locations
  • Domestic flights included
  • Daily breakfast
  • Shared tours in Rio & Iguazu
  • Group transfers
Mid-Range

Classic Brazil

Boutique 4-star hotels

$3,000 - $4,500
  • 4-star boutique hotels
  • Domestic flights included
  • Guided tours in all cities
  • Iguazu park entrances (both sides)
  • Daily breakfast + select meals
  • Private transfers
Luxury

Premium Brazil

5-star luxury properties

$6,500 - $12,000+
  • 5-star hotels (Copacabana Palace, Cataratas)
  • Private expert guides
  • Premium airport transfers
  • Exclusive dining experiences
  • Optional helicopter over Iguazu
  • VIP concierge service

Optional Activity Costs

Rio Adventures

  • Hang Gliding: $150 - $250
  • Helicopter Tour: $200 - $400
  • Favela Tour: $40 - $80

Iguazu Experiences

  • Zodiac Boat Safari: $80 - $120
  • Helicopter over Falls: $150 - $300
  • Moonlight Walk: $50 - $100

Salvador Activities

  • Island Boat Tour: $80 - $150
  • Cooking Class: $60 - $120
  • Capoeira Lesson: $40 - $80

Evening Entertainment

  • Samba Show: $50 - $100
  • Live Forró Concert: $30 - $60
  • Private Beach BBQ: $100 - $200

Total Estimated Costs

Budget Package: $1,800 - $2,500
Mid-Range Package: $3,000 - $4,500
Luxury Package: $6,500 - $12,000+

10-day totals • Per person • Excludes international flights & optional activities

Important Notes:

  • Best Travel Periods: May–October (drier season, comfortable weather)
  • Solo Traveler: Add 30-50% for single room supplements
  • Carnival Season: February prices significantly higher; book 6+ months ahead
  • Iguazu: Both Brazilian and Argentinian sides are included
  • Visa: Check Brazil e-visa requirements for your nationality

⚠️ Important: Prices shown are estimates only and are not official quotes. Actual costs may vary based on season, availability, currency fluctuations, accommodation choices, and specific preferences. Please contact us for a formal quote tailored to your dates and requirements.

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