Rio, Paraty and Ilha Grande (9 days) *From 681 USD*

Day 1: Copacabana

Arrival in Rio de Janeiro Airport. Transfer to your hostel or hotel. Check in at selected accommodation. Free day to relax.

Day 2: Copacabana

Breakfast. At 8 am, Big Dude Rio de Janeiro Full Day Tour. All of Rio de Janeiro best sights in just one packed day.

Details:
From 8:00 am to 8:30 am: Hostel pick-up by mini-bus
11:00 am Stop at São Conrado to watch the hang gliders land on the beach.
11:30 am Stop at Tijuca Forest for a walk around the park to experience a real rainforest.
12:15 pm Drive through the Tijuca Forest towards Christ the Redeemer.
12:40 pm Stop at Christ Statue for a visit to the top (ticket included).
14:15 pm Drive to Santa Teresa for a lunch break (not included), followed by a walk around the neighborhood
15:30 pm Drive to Lapa for a visit to the colorful steps “Escadaria Selaron”, made famous by Snoop Dog in his music video “Beautiful”.
16:30 Drive back to hotel with the option of a drop-off at Sugarloaf

Note: you have plenty of time and you can take the "bondinho" up the Sugarloaf this day or any other day while in Rio. the best view of the ciy specially at sunset!!! The teleferic is not included.

Activities and Services

Big Dude Rio de Janeiro Full Day Tour.

Day 3: Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Breakfast. Free day to enjoy Rio, the beaches or to take an optional day tour

Day 4: Paraty

Check out and 8.30 am regular transfer to Paraty, it can take about 4 hours or a bit more depending on traffic. Arrival and check in. Time to take a walk to the old streets of this beautiful village frozen in time.

Day 5: Paraty

Go to the port to take the boat trip to the islands close to Paraty. The idea is to sail, relax, visit warm beaches, do some snorkeling or just enjoy the ride and maybe have a nice local meal.