7 Days in Rio: A Journey of Samba, Sunsets, and Scenic Wonders

Eugenia Garcia Araoz

22 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind tour of the city's rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering cuisine.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beach Bliss and Botanical Beauty

$175

$ 10

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

8 - 11 min

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Fortress backdrop for the triathlon & paratriathlon transition area, road cycling & the marathon.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$63

25 - 30 min

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Historic park featuring diverse flora & fauna, a scientific research institute & garden trails.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$63

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 2Surfing, Parks, and Sunset Delights

$120

$ 10

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

6 - 9 min

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Rocky peninsula & a busy surfing spot, offering sunset views from its walking paths.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)

Sprawling city park with sports fields & a beach, plus a modern art museum, theaters & restaurants.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$80

Day 3Brunch, Art, and Aerial Views

$318

$ 19

Uma padaria, bistrô e deli, com pães artesanais, exclusivos, e recheada de produtos de fabricação própria e fresquinhos. Este é o Empório Jardim!

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

20 - 30 min

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Park with wooded trails, Christ the Redeemer statue views & a cafe & art school in an old mansion.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$38

21 - 26 min

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Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$180

22 - 27 min

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Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Divine Landscapes

$430

$ 19

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

38 - 46 min

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Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$330

27 - 33 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Day 5Gelato, History, and Underwater Wonders

$310

$ 19

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

7 - 10 min

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Municipal park featuring a zoo & an archaeological museum housed in former royal palaces.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Landmark interactive aquarium with 28 enclosures plus a surf museum, food outlets & gift shop.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$240

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

Day 6Futuristic Museums and Cultural Treasures

$220

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$50

4 - 5 min

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Waterfront applied science museum exploring humanity's future challenges & opportunities.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$70

12 - 17 min

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Art galleries, cinema & theater in a 1906 neoclassical building, managed by the Bank of Brazil.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Restaurante com cardápio variado e refinado, ocupa antigo armazém de decoração rústica e estrutura aparente.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$100

Day 7Football Fever and Pizza Paradise

$250

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$70

12 - 17 min

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Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$150

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $1897 In total

Activities & Food:$1823

Transport:$75