Rio de Janeiro: A Journey to Paradise

sebastian casallas parra

21 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering cuisine of this Brazilian gem. Get ready for an 8-day journey filled with iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and unforgettable experiences.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Samba, Soccer, and Sardinian Delights

$50

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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12 - 17 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$30

12 - 15 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$16

Day 2Coffee, Fortresses, and Botanical Wonders

$39

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

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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$13

13 - 20 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 3Granola Breakfast, Parks, and Mexican Flavors

$32

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

8 - 11 min

Directions

Parque Brig. Eduardo Gomes (Aterro do Flamengo)

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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13 - 20 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$14

Day 4Gastronomic Delights, Christ the Redeemer, and Lively Arcades

$124

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

38 - 46 min

Directions

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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$66

46 - 56 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$36

22 - 27 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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18th-century aqueduct with 2 rows of arches, now serving as a bridge for a tram.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Senate Warehouse, Majestic Cathedral, and Underwater Wonders

$66

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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6 - 9 min

Directions

Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$48

14 - 17 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

Day 6Graceful Dining, Futuristic Museums, and Cultural Treasures

$44

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

8 - 12 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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$14

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.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

Day 7Sardinian Gelato, Northeastern Traditions, and Urban Parks

$34

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

8 - 11 min

Directions

Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas

Handicraft stalls & restaurants serving Northeastern dishes at a sprawling market with music.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

42 - 51 min

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Long, narrow park with various sports fields & courts, plus streams, gazebos, trails & play areas.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$20

Day 8Sushi Bliss, Tropical Rainforests, and Pasta Perfection

$35

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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47 - 57 min

Directions

Urban rainforest with hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & vista points of Rio's iconic sights.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

35 - 42 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $446 In total

Activities & Food:$423

Transport:$23