10 Days in Rio de Janeiro: A Journey of Adventure and Delight

Ricardo Rocha

3 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Explore breathtaking viewpoints, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city. From hiking to iconic landmarks to savoring delectable local dishes, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Majestic Peaks and Culinary Delights

$120

$ 15

Belvedere at 380m featuring a 1903, Chinese-style pavilion with views of the mountains, city & sea.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

35 - 42 min

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Peak within a rainforest, known for hiking, waterfalls, birdwatching & views of Rio de Janeiro.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

62 - 75 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

14 - 17 min

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Iconic rock formation at the end of a beach offering hiking, cycle taxis & a scenic nature trail.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

42 - 51 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 2Conquer the Sky and Savor Exquisite Flavors

$125

$ 8

Massive, 2,769-foot stone mountain on the coast offering strenuous hiking & panoramic views of Rio.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

26 - 32 min

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Unique geological formation with a hiking trail & hang-gliding port offering panoramic vistas.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 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 3Nature's Wonderland and Artistic Marvels

$192

$ 12

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

49 - 59 min

Directions

A Bráz nasceu com o objetivo de resgatar as raízes das receitas italianas e tornou-se referência quando o assunto é pizza em SP, Rio e Campinas.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$76

19 - 28 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

17 - 21 min

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4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$76

Day 4Museums, Theaters, and Gastronomic Delights

$174

$ 8

European & Brazilian art in the former residence of a Rio businessman, with gardens & city views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Storied, Parisian-style theater from 1909 offering ballet & classical-music performances plus tours.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

16 - 23 min

Directions

Alta gastronomia de frutos do mar com vistas da baía em antigo torreão com ambiente clássico e sofisticado.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$76

23 - 34 min

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Guided tours offered in an ornate, 19th-century palace with a tower & museum exhibits.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

Day 5Iconic Landmarks and Cultural Immersion

$328

$ 4

Named for its hunchback shape, this 710-m. peak houses an iconic statue, a trail & viewing platform.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$100

2 - 3 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$132

31 - 38 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$48

110 - 165 min

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Cliffside lookout point offering expansive, panoramic views of Rio & the Christ the Redeemer statue.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

80 - 120 min

Directions

FUNAI institution preserving indigenous cultural heritage in an old house with gardens.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Day 6Architectural Wonders and Gastronomic Delights

$166

$ 8

Expansive plaza in a revitalized port area with striking modern museums, public art & bay views.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Government office building known for its distinct modernist architecture & Brazilian murals.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Contemporary art museum with striking architecture & a water garden, plus a theater & lecture halls.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$30

11 - 14 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$76

7 - 10 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.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 7Historical Gems and Culinary Adventures

$104

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$48

3 - 4 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Church built in the 1600s, with ornate 18th-century gilded carvings lining its nave & chapels.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Remains of a 19th-century dock where enslaved Africans first arrived in Brazil & the Americas.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 8Artistic Treasures and Gastronomic Delights

$187

$ 12

Large collection of modern art in an iconic building by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$40

50 - 60 min

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Royal residence dating to 1754 that's now a cultural center with contemporary-art exhibits & events.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Unique Brazilian art exhibits are showcased in a striking complex of historic & modern architecture.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$35

19 - 23 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$56

6 - 9 min

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$56

Day 9Island Exploration and Scenic Marvels

$208

$ 15

Main island in an archipelago, with seabirds, bromeliads & rich sea life in the surrounding waters.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Restored hilltop fort providing a Caxias memorial, history exhibits, a film room & scenic vistas.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

17 - 26 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$72

17 - 21 min

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This 396m-tall peak on a peninsula jutting out into the ocean features a cableway & sweeping views.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$72

17 - 21 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$64

Day 10Botanical Beauty and Gastronomic Delights

$266

$ 12

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

18 - 22 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

17 - 21 min

Directions

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

21 - 32 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$76

15 - 22 min

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

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$72

54 - 65 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$68

Budget breakdown: $1963 In total

Activities & Food:$1870

Transport:$93