The Colours of Brazil

After some time to relax and recuperate from your journey we will take the scenic drive to Arporador, one of Rio de Janeiro's most iconic spots to watch the sunset. From the famous rock formation, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Ipanema, Leblon, and the Dois Irmãos mountains as the sun sets over the Atlantic Ocean—a truly unforgettable Rio experience.

After sunset, take a pleasant walk along the beachfront to the legendary Garota de Ipanema restaurant, located in the heart of Ipanema. Famous for inspiring the world-renowned bossa nova classic The Girl from Ipanema, this traditional restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and an excellent selection of Brazilian dishes, making it the perfect place to end the evening before returning to your hotel.

Explore the historic heart of Rio de Janeiro on a guided walking tour through its vibrant downtown district, discovering colonial architecture, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures. Enjoy an exclusive Carnival Experience, offering a behind-the-scenes insight into Rio's world-famous celebration, before lunch at the historic Cais do Oriente restaurant.

In the afternoon, take the cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain with fast-track access and enjoy spectacular views across Guanabara Bay and Rio's coastline. The day concludes with dinner at Araa Restaurant, featuring contemporary Brazilian cuisine in an elegant setting.

Visit Corcovado Mountain and the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, travelling through the lush Tijuca Forest aboard the historic cogwheel train. At the summit, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Rio, including Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach, and the surrounding mountains.

Following the visit, enjoy lunch at Assador Rio’s, a renowned waterfront churrascaria offering an authentic Brazilian barbecue experience with premium grilled meats, traditional specialties, and spectacular views of Guanabara Bay and Sugarloaf Mountain.

After breakfast, you will be picked up at the hotel for a transfer to Paraty, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy the various cultural and musical festivals, the vast and interesting colonial history, as well as the nearby beaches and forests. The transfer will take 4 hours.

Discover the natural beauty of Paraty on a scenic schooner cruise through its stunning bay, home to idyllic islands, crystal-clear waters, and lush Atlantic rainforest. Sail to a selection of picturesque beaches and islands, with opportunities to swim, snorkel, and relax in this tropical paradise.

The cruise includes several stops at some of the region’s most beautiful locations, such as Comprida, Algodão, Cotia, Praia Vermelha, and other secluded beaches, with lunch served on board as you enjoy the breathtaking coastal scenery.

This tour takes us into the beautiful National Forest of Serra da Bocaina. Our first stop will be at Pedra Branca waterfall, one of the prettiest waterfalls in the region and a great place to spot many species of birds and see the plants and trees typical of the Atlantic Forest. After this we’ll drive to the Tobogã waterfall. For those daring enough to try, it’s possible to slide all the way down the waterfall as it is formed by 30 meters of smooth rock. Next we’ll visit a Cachaça Destillery to learn about the production of Brazil’s most famous spirit, before heading for lunch at a picturesque restaurant on the Perequê River. Here there will be a bit of time to enjoy the natural pools, before we head back to Paraty.

Today we will fly to Iguassu Falls. Upon arrival we will travel to the hotel where you will have some time to rest and take dinner at the hotel.

En route to the falls, we will drive through the lush, subtropical vegetation of the park. After arrival, we will take a descending trail of the canyon, from where we can enjoy panoramic views of more than 240 falls. We will board a glass elevator, which takes us to a platform where more exquisite views will be revealed. Along with its “sister” park in Argentina, The Iguassu National Park forms the most significant remaining rainforest in the southern cone of South America, which along with the waterfalls have been declared a National Heritage Site by UNESCO.

After some free time in the afternoon we will be hosted by renowned chef Fabio Del Antonio, this immersive dining experience explores the rich history and evolution of Brazilian cuisine. Through a thoughtfully curated six-course menu, guests will discover the ingredients, techniques, and cultural influences that have shaped Brazil’s most iconic dishes over the centuries.

Blending storytelling with exceptional gastronomy, the experience offers a unique insight into Brazil’s heritage, featuring interpretations of regional favourites such as moqueca, feijoada, and pato ao tucupi in an intimate and welcoming setting.

Today we will fly from Foz do Iguacu to Salvador. We will then have dinner as a group at a traditional Bahian seafood restaurant

The Lower City tour offers visitors to Salvador another perspective of this sprawling city, taking us to the quiet waters of the Itapagipe Peninsula where life moves at a slower pace than the bustling upper city. Here we’ll be able to see fishermen fishing from their canoes, locals collecting shellfish at low tide, schooners moored up and gently rocking with the waves, and the famous Bonfim church. This is one of the most important churches for religious pilgrimage in Brazil, deeply influenced by Candomblé beliefs. From here we continue to the Monserrat district to enjoy a panoramic view of the city, and then on to the Mercado Modelo: a thriving market for local goods and souvenirs. This is a great place to test out your bargaining talents! 

In the eveving we will visit Amado, a highly regarded restaurant run by head chef and owner Edinho Engel, showcasing the Brazilian “soul” in a contemporary menu elaborated with the highest quality ingredients including regional products. Its attractive space, a cube-like interior composed of dark Brazilian hard wood, masses of tropical vegetation inside and outside and one enormous window looking out on to the sparkling sea is where you always find a smart, elegant and sophisticated crowd. 

Today we will travel to Salvador Airport and say goodbye to Brazil

After some time to relax and recuperate from your journey we will take the scenic drive to Arporador, one of Rio de Janeiro's most iconic spots to watch the sunset. From the famous rock formation, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Ipanema, Leblon, and the Dois Irmãos mountains as the sun sets over the Atlantic Ocean—a truly unforgettable Rio experience.

After sunset, take a pleasant walk along the beachfront to the legendary Garota de Ipanema restaurant, located in the heart of Ipanema. Famous for inspiring the world-renowned bossa nova classic The Girl from Ipanema, this traditional restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and an excellent selection of Brazilian dishes, making it the perfect place to end the evening before returning to your hotel.

Explore the historic heart of Rio de Janeiro on a guided walking tour through its vibrant downtown district, discovering colonial architecture, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures. Enjoy an exclusive Carnival Experience, offering a behind-the-scenes insight into Rio's world-famous celebration, before lunch at the historic Cais do Oriente restaurant.

In the afternoon, take the cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain with fast-track access and enjoy spectacular views across Guanabara Bay and Rio's coastline. The day concludes with dinner at Araa Restaurant, featuring contemporary Brazilian cuisine in an elegant setting.

Visit Corcovado Mountain and the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, travelling through the lush Tijuca Forest aboard the historic cogwheel train. At the summit, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Rio, including Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach, and the surrounding mountains.

Following the visit, enjoy lunch at Assador Rio’s, a renowned waterfront churrascaria offering an authentic Brazilian barbecue experience with premium grilled meats, traditional specialties, and spectacular views of Guanabara Bay and Sugarloaf Mountain.

After breakfast, you will be picked up at the hotel for a transfer to Paraty, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy the various cultural and musical festivals, the vast and interesting colonial history, as well as the nearby beaches and forests. The transfer will take 4 hours.

Discover the natural beauty of Paraty on a scenic schooner cruise through its stunning bay, home to idyllic islands, crystal-clear waters, and lush Atlantic rainforest. Sail to a selection of picturesque beaches and islands, with opportunities to swim, snorkel, and relax in this tropical paradise.

The cruise includes several stops at some of the region’s most beautiful locations, such as Comprida, Algodão, Cotia, Praia Vermelha, and other secluded beaches, with lunch served on board as you enjoy the breathtaking coastal scenery.

This tour takes us into the beautiful National Forest of Serra da Bocaina. Our first stop will be at Pedra Branca waterfall, one of the prettiest waterfalls in the region and a great place to spot many species of birds and see the plants and trees typical of the Atlantic Forest. After this we’ll drive to the Tobogã waterfall. For those daring enough to try, it’s possible to slide all the way down the waterfall as it is formed by 30 meters of smooth rock. Next we’ll visit a Cachaça Destillery to learn about the production of Brazil’s most famous spirit, before heading for lunch at a picturesque restaurant on the Perequê River. Here there will be a bit of time to enjoy the natural pools, before we head back to Paraty.

Today we will fly to Iguassu Falls. Upon arrival we will travel to the hotel where you will have some time to rest and take dinner at the hotel.

En route to the falls, we will drive through the lush, subtropical vegetation of the park. After arrival, we will take a descending trail of the canyon, from where we can enjoy panoramic views of more than 240 falls. We will board a glass elevator, which takes us to a platform where more exquisite views will be revealed. Along with its “sister” park in Argentina, The Iguassu National Park forms the most significant remaining rainforest in the southern cone of South America, which along with the waterfalls have been declared a National Heritage Site by UNESCO.

After some free time in the afternoon we will be hosted by renowned chef Fabio Del Antonio, this immersive dining experience explores the rich history and evolution of Brazilian cuisine. Through a thoughtfully curated six-course menu, guests will discover the ingredients, techniques, and cultural influences that have shaped Brazil’s most iconic dishes over the centuries.

Blending storytelling with exceptional gastronomy, the experience offers a unique insight into Brazil’s heritage, featuring interpretations of regional favourites such as moqueca, feijoada, and pato ao tucupi in an intimate and welcoming setting.

Today we will fly from Foz do Iguacu to Salvador. We will then have dinner as a group at a traditional Bahian seafood restaurant

The Lower City tour offers visitors to Salvador another perspective of this sprawling city, taking us to the quiet waters of the Itapagipe Peninsula where life moves at a slower pace than the bustling upper city. Here we’ll be able to see fishermen fishing from their canoes, locals collecting shellfish at low tide, schooners moored up and gently rocking with the waves, and the famous Bonfim church. This is one of the most important churches for religious pilgrimage in Brazil, deeply influenced by Candomblé beliefs. From here we continue to the Monserrat district to enjoy a panoramic view of the city, and then on to the Mercado Modelo: a thriving market for local goods and souvenirs. This is a great place to test out your bargaining talents! 

In the eveving we will visit Amado, a highly regarded restaurant run by head chef and owner Edinho Engel, showcasing the Brazilian “soul” in a contemporary menu elaborated with the highest quality ingredients including regional products. Its attractive space, a cube-like interior composed of dark Brazilian hard wood, masses of tropical vegetation inside and outside and one enormous window looking out on to the sparkling sea is where you always find a smart, elegant and sophisticated crowd. 

This beach extension offers a relaxing four-day stay in Praia do Forte, one of Bahia’s most attractive coastal villages. On arrival, you will be transferred from your hotel in Salvador to Praia do Forte in a private air-conditioned vehicle, a journey of approximately one hour. Once settled, the remainder of your stay is at leisure, giving you the freedom to enjoy the beautiful beaches, charming village atmosphere, local restaurants, and laid-back coastal ambience.

During your free time, you may wish to visit the renowned TAMAR Project (entrance not included), an important sea turtle conservation centre where visitors can learn about Brazil’s marine wildlife and ongoing environmental protection efforts. The project provides an engaging insight into the conservation of endangered sea turtles and their habitats. 

Today you will be taken to Salvador airport to begin your journey home