Carnival in Brazil

Day 1

05.02 Rio de Janeiro

Arrival at Rio de Janeiro airport. A English-speaking guide will be waiting for you with a sign bearing your names.

Transfer to hotel – Belmond Copacabana Palace - Deluxe ocean view room BB

*Optional (not included) at Rio airport: you may arrange the VIA experience Fast track upon arrival. Includes: Escort from the aircraft exit; Electric buggy; Priority security screening (X-ray); Assistance with check-in and baggage; Porter services

Free evening.

We recommend dinner at the hotel restaurant Belmond Copacabana Palace, a Michelin-starred restaurant - Cipriani

Day 2

06.02 Rio de Janeiro

Ascent to Corcovado and the Christ the Redeemer statue. You will arrive at the station where an open, eco-friendly train departs through the jungle toward the summit of Corcovado Hill. On either side of the railway, breathtaking views of the Tijuca Forest unfold, home to monkeys and many other exotic animals and birds. At the top of Corcovado Hill, 700 meters above sea level, stands Rio’s iconic symbol – the Christ the Redeemer statue (38 m), erected in 1931. From the summit, a stunning panoramic view stretches across the city and its surroundings: the Niterói Bridge, Guanabara Bay, the Botanical Garden, the world’s largest stadium Maracanã, Sugarloaf Mountain, and much more.

Lunch at Aprazivel https://www.aprazivel.com.br/ (not included)

You will head to the historic city center. Visit the famous Lapa Arches, built in 1732 and originally used as an aqueduct to carry water from the Carioca River into the city center, and the celebrated Selaron Staircase, covered in mosaic tiles from every corner of the world. You will also see the Municipal Theatre, decorated by the finest artists from Europe, reminiscent of the Paris Opera. Finally, visit the remarkable Metropolitan Cathedral

We recommend dinner at Marius Degustare https://marius.com.br/ (not included)

In the evening, you are invited to an elegant Carnival Ball taking place at the legendary Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro. From 22:00 to 05:00 guests will be immersed in an atmosphere of elegance, luxury, and unforgettable celebration. This is an exclusive event created for those who appreciate style, fine dining, and impeccable service.

Day 3

07.02 Rio de Janeiro

Rest. In the afternoon – Helicopter flight over Rio, 30 minutes

The flight offers a chance to fully take in the magnificent views: the deep blue ocean, mountains covered in tropical greenery, white-sand beaches, yachts, and the entire city – the Christ the Redeemer statue, the Botanical Garden, the lake, Niemeyer Avenue, the beaches of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, and Sugarloaf Mountain. Duration: approximately 30 minutes.

In the evening, a fantastic and spectacular event awaits you – the long-awaited Carnival!

From the hotel, we will head to the Sambadrome, the venue of the world-famous show. The most celebrated samba schools in Brazil will parade before you in all the splendor of their extraordinary costumes. Throughout the night, you can revel in this magnificent spectacle. After the parade ends (you may leave earlier if you wish), we will take you back to the hotel to rest after an unforgettable evening.

*tickets: category Friza Sector 4 fila A/B ( private box for 6 guests exclusively for you), private transfer with guide included

Day 4

08.02 Rio de Janeiro

Rest. In the afternoon – Half-day excursion to Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) with a English-speaking guide. You will travel to Praia Vermelha (Red Beach), from where you will take the cable car up to the mountain. The first stop is at Urca Hill, which has a wide viewing terrace where you can grab a bite at the restaurant or bar. At Sugarloaf Mountain itself, there is a smaller platform offering a wonderful view of Rio, Copacabana beach, the bay, the surrounding hills, islands in the ocean, the Niterói Bridge, and the Christ statue.

*Included VIP Access (Fast Track) to Sugarloaf Mountain

Day 5

09.02 Rio de Janeiro

Free day for leisure

Optional (not included) – Private boat trip to Angra dos Reis

Transfer to Angra dos Reis available by helicopter (40 min) or by road (3 hours)

A boat excursion awaits you among tropical islands. You will discover unique landscapes. The turquoise ocean is dotted with picturesque islands scattered across the bay, teeming with colorful fish and other sea life. The Costa Verde Atlantic coastline, where Angra dos Reis is located, is home to the finest beaches in the state of Rio de Janeiro. During the trip, we will stop at beaches for swimming, snorkeling, and lunch on one of the islands

Day 6

10.02 Rio de Janeiro – Iguazu

Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, transfer to Rio de Janeiro airport for the flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to the hotel Belmond das Cataratas Junior suite BB

Today you have a full and exciting excursion program! You will head to the Brazilian side of the Iguaçu Falls, which border the canyon of the Iguaçu River. Words alone cannot capture the emotions that will overwhelm you at the sight of this natural wonder. The falls lie within a national park of extraordinary flora and fauna, formed through volcanic eruptions and shifts in the earth’s crust. The name “Iguaçu” comes from the Guarani language and means “great water.” A total of 275 individual waterfalls, each bearing its own name, merge into one and thunder into the “Devil’s Throat” gorge. The spectacle of mist rising in a rainbow of colors is simply mesmerizing. On the way to the most powerful cascade – the Devil’s Throat – you will pass countless smaller falls. The rainbow spray of billions of falling droplets and the breathtaking scenery produce an experience unlike any other.

Next awaits you the “Macuco Safari” adventure (private boat)

You will ride through the jungle in an open jeep for about 3 kilometers, accompanied by a guide who will share fascinating facts about the region’s ecology. You will then walk to the bank of the Iguaçu River, where a motorboat will take you right up close to the falls. Expect spray, rainbows, sheer excitement, and unforgettable photographs.

To conclude, a private helicopter flight over the falls awaits you – 10 minutes

Followed by a visit to the Bird Park

Located near Iguazu National Park, its enormous aviaries set within tropical forest are home to extraordinary birds of vivid and exotic colors, flying freely or strolling along the pathways.

Day 7

11.02 Foz do Iguaçu

Breakfast. Then Visit to the Argentine side of the falls with a English-speaking guide. The Iguaçu Falls straddle the border between Brazil (Paraná state) and Argentina (Misiones province). To fully appreciate the scale and power of the falls, seeing them from both sides is essential. The beauty of the surrounding nature, with an abundance of exotic birds and butterflies, takes your breath away as you walk across the many walkways built above the Argentine section. Throughout the park you can spot numerous species of orchids, birds, reptiles, and other wildlife of the humid tropical forest. The viewing platforms bring you breathtakingly close to the raw power of nature, offering views of countless cascades – a truly unique natural phenomenon. Several tourist trails wind through the area. Among the most memorable is the ecological train ride followed by a walk to the Devil’s Throat viewpoint, from which you can take in the sweeping panorama of the most powerful and voluminous cascade of the falls.

Day 8

12.02 Foz do Iguaçu – Alagoas

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Maceió (with a connection in Rio de Janeiro)

Upon arrival, transfer at to the luxurious Kenoa Exclusive Beach Spa & Resort

Pccommodation at Kenoa Exclusive Beach Spa & Resort Apoena Suite BB

Days 9–10

13–14.02 Alagoas

Alagoas is a state in northeastern Brazil, widely known for its stunning beaches and lush tropical scenery. Fine white sand, warm emerald waters, and a gentle slope into the sea are the hallmarks of its coastline.

Day 11

15.02 Alagoas

Transfer to Maceió airport for the flight to Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo to connect to your international flight.