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9 Days in Cabo Frio: Sun, Sand, and Adventure

Katherine Serrano

Katherine Serrano

23 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey to Cabo Frio, RJ, Brazil. Discover hidden beaches, explore historical landmarks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable solo adventure in this tropical paradise!

Trip to Cabo Frio

Day 1Beach Bliss and Culinary Delights
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$140

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$ 17

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Praia da Graçainha
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
26 - 32 min

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Fenda de Nossa Senhora
Seaside attraction featuring a statue of a saint placed in a crack between two cliffs.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
34 - 41 min

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Pousada e Restaurante Casa do Mar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$60
4 - 6 min

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- Closed
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$60
Day 2Waterfront Wonders and Gastronomic Delights
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$120

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$ 17

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Praça das Águas
Water jets & evening light shows around artificial lagoons linked by a sinuous beachfront boardwalk.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
15 - 18 min

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Rocket Beach
Secluded beach spot featuring white sands & clear waters with strong currents & waves.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
4 - 5 min

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das Haus Comedoria e Hospedaria (Das Haus Comedoria e Hospedaria)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 3Secluded Shores and Fortresses of the Past
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$144

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$ 9

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

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The Small Beaches
Celebrated for it beauty, this white sandy beach has calm, clear water ideal for swimming & diving
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
48 - 58 min

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Forte de São Mateus
Fortress dating to the 1600s, with photos, exhibits & cannons, on a rocky islet reached by a bridge.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$76
1 - 2 min

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Bar do Lido
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
Day 4Aviation Marvels and Gourmet Treats
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$169

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$ 17

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Naval Aviation Museum
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
23 - 28 min

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Fazenda Roberto Marinho
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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No Poié Bar e Restaurante
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$76
12 - 15 min

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Pastel e Cia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 5Shell Collecting and Island Escapades
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$121

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$ 9

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Shells Beach
This sandy crescent beach in a small cove features swimming, diving, fishing & kayak rentals.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
16 - 20 min

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Japanese's Island
Small island in a lagoon with calm, clear waters popular for stand-up paddleboarding & kayaking.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
82 - 123 min

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Bar do Lido
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
6 - 9 min

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Iconiko
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 6Serene Sands and Artistic Inspirations
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$168

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$ 5

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Praia de São Bento
Laid-back beach & resident fishing locale, with calm sea waters & patches of coral for divers.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
11 - 16 min

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Museum of Religious and Traditional Art
In a church with baroque 16th & 17th images, this museum features religious art & cultural events.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Cereall Gourmet
Restaurante vegetariano, opções veganas, sem glúten e sem lactose. Nossa maior preocupação é a saúde!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$76
3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
Day 7Turtle Beach and Cultural Gems
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$134

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$ 13

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

47 - 57 min

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Tartaruga Beach
Vibrant, cozy sandy beach for families & suitable for snorkeling, kayaking & paddling.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
55 - 66 min

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Chapel of St. John the Baptist
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
21 - 32 min

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Mercado de Peixe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$48
16 - 24 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 8Pristine Coastlines and Beachside Cafés
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$147

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$ 13

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

86 - 104 min

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Praia Virgem
Strong ocean waves draw surfers to this stretch of shell-strewn sand with serene views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
75 - 90 min

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Geriba Beach
Long & wide sandy beach, popular spot for beach and water sports with umbrellas & facilities.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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Fishbone Café
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$56
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 9Archaeological Wonders and Breathtaking Views
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$156

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$ 13

Pousada do Luar

Depart from your stay 🏨

76 - 92 min

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Archaeological Museum of Sambaqui Tarioba
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
79 - 95 min

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Morro da Guia
Hilltop terrace with an 18th-century chapel & towering flagpole, famed for city & sunset views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$72
3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$64

Budget breakdown: $1405 In total

Activities & Food:$1299
Transport:$106