Rio de Janeiro: A 4-Day Adventure

Chris Berendson

3 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak up the sun on stunning beaches.

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$594

$ 14

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$77

7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$88

8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$105

4 - 6 min

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Neo-Manueline-style library with ornate decor & a vast collection of volumes by Portuguese authors.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$44

15 - 18 min

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Giant observation wheel measuring 88 meters high, with vistas over Rio & its landmarks, plus a cafe.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$175

15 - 18 min

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

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$105

Day 2

$275

$ 33

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$56

5 - 6 min

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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

61 - 74 min

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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$84

43 - 52 min

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

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$44

36 - 44 min

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In the Tijuca National Park above Rio, this cascade & pool is surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

Directions

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$91

Day 3

$401

$ 27

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$91

14 - 17 min

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Small beach protected by a headland, with coarse, reddish-colored sand and usually calm water.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$44

8 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$133

7 - 10 min

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Swimming beach popular with photographers for its dramatic sunset views & landscape.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Long, popular stretch of beach known for sunbathing, along with soccer & volleyball.

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$133

5 - 6 min

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Walking paths wind through this vast, tree- & plant-filled park featuring sculptures & scenic views.

9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

$713

$ 27

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$84

10 - 12 min

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Waterfront wall on Guanabara Bay, popular at sunset & with views of the Christ the Redeemer statue.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$131

21 - 26 min

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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$133

5 - 8 min

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Iconic, 2.2-mile beach features a wide, sandy expanse, bustling promenade, food kiosks & hotels.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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$26

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$119

37 - 45 min

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

8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

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$219

Budget breakdown: $2079 In total

Activities & Food:$1981

Transport:$98