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A Week in Rio: Exploring the Marvels of Brazil

Claudia Lobos

16 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Rio de Janeiro, discovering its iconic landmarks, savoring delicious cuisine, and immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Brazil. Join us as we explore the city's hidden gems and experience the beauty of Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and much more.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$40

Armazém Senado

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

6 - 9 min

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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

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Nova Capela

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$32

Day 2

+

$160

·

$ 8

Chez Regina

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Christ the Redeemer

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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$132

33 - 40 min

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Directions

Guacamole Cocina Mexicana

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

Day 3

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$123

Gurume

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

15 - 22 min

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Directions

Sugar Loaf cable car

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$75

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Pizzaria ICRJ

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$28

Day 4

+

$69

La Bicyclette

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Grado Restaurante

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 5

+

$36

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Escadaria Selarón

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Gohan

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$28

Day 6

+

$156

·

$ 8

Recanto dos Sabores

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

7 - 9 min

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Directions

AquaRio

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$96

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Fazenda Culinaria Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

Day 7

+

$83

·

$ 4

Empório Jardim

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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$28

20 - 30 min

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Directions

Parque Lage

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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$15

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Prana Vegetariano

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

Day 8

+

$0

Budget breakdown: $686 In total

Activities & Food:$667

Transport:$19