Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and Northeast Brazil

Welcome to Brazil! After landing at the international airport in Rio de Janeiro, you will be welcomed. During the transfer to your hotel in Copacabana, you can get a first impression of the ancient capital of Brazil, which is beautifully nestled between numerous hills and bays. From a distance, you can certainly catch a glimpse of the city's two landmarks: the Christ the Redeemer statue and the Sugarloaf Mountain. The rest of the day can be used as free time.

If your flight arrives early in the morning, it's possible to arrange a tour on the first day. This should be booked in advance.

Today you will participate in "Um dia no Rio": a full-day tour that will allow you to discover all the main tourist attractions of Rio de Janeiro. You will visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, the Sugarloaf Mountain, the Maracanã Stadium (exterior), the Lapa Arches, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, and finally the Sambadrome. The tour includes transfers (pick-up from your hotel at the beginning of the tour and drop-off at the end), an Italian-speaking guide, all entrance fees, and lunch. The order of the destinations may vary.

Today you will participate in a full-day tour around the Costa Verde. You will depart early in the morning from your hotel to reach Angra dos Reis (approximately 2 and a half hours away), where you will take a speedboat to begin exploring the Angra dos Reis archipelago.

The tour includes several stops at the most beautiful beaches for snorkeling and enjoying the archipelago. You will make stops at different locations to swim and appreciate the stunning blue waters surrounded by the green of the Atlantic Forest.

At the end of the day, you will return to the port of Angra and then take a direct transfer back to Rio, arriving in the evening (a 2 and a half hour journey).

You will make stops at:

- Ilhas Botinas
- Praia do Dentista
- Pitangueira
- Praia das Flechas
- Piedade

Alternative: Boat tour on the opposite side of the coast.

Today you will be picked up by our guide to visit one of the largest stadiums in the world.

We are talking about Maracanã, one of the most famous and well-known stadiums. You will be able to enter the stadium after visiting the official stores of Flamengo and Fluminense, the two main teams in Rio. Here, if you wish, you can buy a football jersey or merchandise – for the most passionate fans, a Brazil jersey signed by Pelé. Inside the stadium, you will also visit the Football Museum, where you will have the opportunity to take penalty shots on the stadium field!

Later, you will be taken to another stadium called Sapucaí, better known as Sambodromo!

Here, the guide will explain everything interesting about the Rio Carnival week.

To end the tour on a high note, you will be taken to where Carnival exists all year round... it's a unique tour of about 2 hours that allows you to see the Samba city, where there are all the floats of the 14 most important samba schools in Rio! Guided visit to the Academicos da Grande Rio shed - one of the main samba schools in the city of Rio de Janeiro.

You will then see the exhibition hall: a bit of samba history and carnival parades.

To get into the mood, you will have costumes available to wear and take photos in.

To top it off, there will be a space for "Sabor do Samba": we will offer you a caipirinha.

But that's not all, you can also have a mini samba lesson with one of our dancers!

Later, you will visit the Tijuca Forest, one of the largest urban forests in the world! We will also take the opportunity to visit Vista Chinesa to appreciate the beautiful landscape of Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, Guanabara Bay, and Niteroi. We will combine this tour with a guided visit to the Botanical Garden with its beautiful palm trees and orchidarium. The place is also famous for birdwatching, and you might spot various species out there.

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel, please be at the reception at the time specified. You will be escorted to the airport to catch your flight.

Upon arrival, a person will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign displaying your name. They will accompany you to the hotel check-in.

Discover how the first capital of Brazil came into being on this fantastic historical tour through Salvador. The itinerary begins at Forte de Santo Antonio da Barra, where the beautiful Farol da Barra is located, the starting point of the most popular carnival route. We continue towards the Historic Center and Pelourinho for a pleasant walk through what is considered a World Cultural Heritage site, visiting beautiful churches, museums, the house and Jorge Amado Foundation, and the Lacerda Elevator, with a privileged view of the Bay of All Saints.

Next, a panoramic city tour will be conducted, allowing you to connect with the first Brazilian capital, observing all its beauty and understanding how it has remained intact over time! The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, leaving the rest of the day free.

Depart from the hotel to the Itapagipan Peninsula of Salvador, with a stop at the Senhor do Bonfim church, a landmark of Bahian faith;

Visit the fishermen of Ribeira, where you can see various types of seafood and fish that make up the Bay of All Saints, visit a community (Favela) to see the daily life of a community.

You will visit the Forte de Monte Serrat from which there is a wonderful view of the Bay of All Saints, visit a traditional fruit and vegetable market in Salvador, a model market, and the artisan center of Salvador.

Embark on an unforgettable journey from your hotel in Salvador to the enchanting northern coast of Bahia, home to some of Brazil's most lovely and breathtaking beaches. Get ready for an adventure where tranquil and crystal-clear waters await you at Guarajuba Beach and Praia do Forte, boasting unparalleled biodiversity and natural beauty.

Our route follows the famous Camino del Coco, adorned with beautiful coconut palms throughout its length. As we traverse the iconic Avenida Oceánica, we will visit the charming beaches that lead to Itapuã and the Abaeté Lagoon, offering you a panoramic view of this magnificent natural wonder.

Next, we will explore Praia do Forte, known as the "Brazilian Polynesia," strolling through its famous fishing village. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the TAMAR Project (entrance not included), a national initiative for the conservation of marine turtles and one of Brazil's most successful ecological programs.

Our journey continues to the well-developed coastal complex of Guarajuba Beach, where pristine beaches and serene waters await. Here, take a moment to relax and savor the delicious flavors of traditional Bahian cuisine (lunch not included).

As the day draws to a close, we will return to Salvador, bidding farewell to an unforgettable adventure. Cherish the memories as you head back to your hotel, knowing you've experienced the best of Bahia's northern coast.

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel, please be ready at the reception at the indicated time. You will be taken to the airport for your flight.

Upon arrival, a person will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign displaying your name. They will accompany you to Barreirinhas in a transfer that takes about 4 hours.

The journey to the LENÇÓIS is carried out in a 4x4 vehicle with a jardineira-type adaptation.

After all passengers have boarded, we will leave the city heading north and then cross the Rio Preguiças on a ferry that can accommodate up to 2 cars at a time.

The trip to Lençóis Maranhenses National Park takes about 40 minutes. Upon arrival, the car will be parked, and the tour will continue by walking among the dunes with the guidance of the tour guide. There are approximately 155 thousand hectares of endless dunes and lakes.

The itinerary includes visits to Lagoa da Preguiça, Lagoa do Peixe, and finally Lagoa Azul, famous for having appeared on television. Take the opportunity to swim and take photos in a lush environment.

Return to the pousada.

In the afternoon, departure in a 4x4 for an expedition to the impressive Grand Lencois. At the end of the tour, return to the pousada.

The beautiful lagoon circuit, with all its beauties, is special because it allows one of the most beautiful sunsets in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, located 20 km from the city of Barreirinhas. Its access is done by 4x4 (type: Jardineira, seats in the truck bed). The access road is composed of a sandy path with vegetation on its sides, sometimes requiring maneuvering around protruding branches. The 4x4 will take you to the starting point where you will begin a guided walk to visit the lagoons that make up the Lagoa Bonita circuit.

Breakfast at the Pousada. After breakfast, transfer to your Pousada in Parnaiba (approximately 3 hours).

You can leave your luggage at the reception and have lunch if you wish. Around 1:00 - 1:30 pm, a driver will pick you up from the pousada to take you to Porto do Tatus. Here, a motorboat will be waiting to take you to explore the Parnaiba Delta. Nestled between the states of Piauí and Maranhao, the Delta do Parnaiba is the only one in the Americas that flows into the open sea. It is the third-largest oceanic delta on the planet (after the Nile Delta and the Mekong Delta). With five arms, around eighty river islands, forests, and exposed mangrove forests, thousands of palm trees, iguanas in the shade of bushes, monkeys, and a few caimans, it forms a true labyrinth of rivers and channels that you navigate on a small boat. Overhead, the sky is interrupted only by the wings of birds, the orange-beaked caracaras, kingfishers, urubus, and green parakeets.

Breakfast at the inn. After breakfast, departure in a 4x4 along the beautiful beaches of the far west of Ceará. Passing through the fishing village of Camocim. Stop at Tatajuba, buried by the relentless advance of the dunes. Lunch by the lagoon (not included). Continue along the beaches until Jericoacoara.

Today, a dune buggy tour will take you to discover the Blue Lagoon or the Paradise Lagoon, where you can relax on the famous water hammocks, enjoying a day of complete relaxation.

Discover all the attractions of the eastern coast of Jericoacoara. Follow the trails of the Jericoacoara National Park, enjoy Lagoa do Paraíso and Lagoa Azul, and cross the Caiçara Blue Hole, formed by the water from the heavy rains of the previous season, resulting in a beautiful landscape with turquoise blue water, a floating bridge, and a restaurant. Follow the famous Preá Beach, Árvore da Preguiça, and return to the village of Jericoacoara.

Visit itinerary:

1. Jericoacoara National Park, starting the tour by passing through a small forest called the green tunnel.

2. Lagoa do Paraíso, an oasis with shades of blue and emerald green that lives up to its name.
With an optional stop of 1 hour and 30 minutes to enjoy restaurants with different styles and various service and menu options.

3. Lagoa Azul, an equally beautiful destination but receives fewer tourists, making it more secluded.

4. Blue Hole (Caiçara) or Lagun Beach (client defines with the guide), a perfect place for beautiful photos with turquoise water, hammocks, and the bridge as a backdrop. In addition to having a restaurant serving appetizers and regional dishes.

5. Praia do Preá, known as the best spot for kite surfing, attracting many athletes to the region. Located 12 km from Jeri, it's the nearest town.

6. Árvore da Preguiça, a solitary mangrove tree that grows horizontally due to the eastern winds.

7. Village of Jericoacoara, end of the tour.

This is a transfer in the form of a tour that takes you from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara, or vice versa, from Jericoacoara to Fortaleza, visiting the main beaches along the route to your final destination.

Transfer tour duration: 08 hours.

Departure time: 7:00 - 8:00 AM.

A day dedicated to the off-road transfer to Jericoacoara along the northern coast of the country. The departure time will be determined by the tide schedule since part of the journey will take place along the wild beaches of this coastline stretch. Throughout the day, you will follow paths on beaches, dirt roads, and some stretches of asphalt until you reach the Mundau River, which you will cross aboard a traditional wooden boat. There will be a free lunch stop in one of the many small villages encountered along the itinerary. In the afternoon, after a longer stretch of asphalt, you will return to dirt tracks to reach Preá Beach, which you will follow to the village of Jericoacoara. Accommodation will be provided in a pousada, and the rest of the day will be free to start exploring this small town hidden in the dunes' desert (only accessible via tracks through the National Park's dunes) and surrounded by beautiful coastal landscapes. The town has a somewhat bohemian atmosphere with sandy streets and numerous excellent restaurants and establishments overlooking the beaches.

Visit itinerary (order may vary depending on the direction, from-to):

1. Praia da Lagoinha
2. Praia do Guajiru
3. Praia de Flecheiras
4. Mundaú
5. Praia da Baleia
6. Icaraizinho de Amontada
7. Praia do Preá
8. Jericoacoara, end of the tour

After the extraordinary impressions of one of the most beautiful and vibrant countries on Earth, you'll be taking your flight back home today if you're concluding your individual tour of Brazil at this point. After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport. Surely, your eyes might close on the return flight, but you can use the time to look at the many vacation photos on the plane and relive the unforgettable days in Brazil!

If your flight departs in the evening, it's possible to organize a tour. This should be booked in advance.