Beaches, Samba, and Marvels: A Week in Búzios and Rio

nicolas castro garcia

9 Mar 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the stunning beaches of Búzios and the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, soak up the samba rhythms, and marvel at iconic landmarks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Armação de Búzios

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Sun-Kissed Paradise: Geriba Beach and Ferradurinha Beach

Kico Buzios Pousada

Depart from your stay 🏨

Day 2Celebrity Strolls and Tranquil Shores: Orla Brigitte Bardot, Tartaruga Beach, and Ferradura Beach

Kico Buzios Pousada

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $285 In total

Activities & Food:$255

Transport:$30

Trip to Rio de Janeiro

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Sun-Kissed Paradise: Geriba Beach and Ferradurinha Beach

$55

$ 4

Américas Copacabana Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

24 - 36 min

Directions

Family-friendly zoo with native & exotic birds & animals like tigers, lions, bears & alligators.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 2Celebrity Strolls and Tranquil Shores: Orla Brigitte Bardot, Tartaruga Beach, and Ferradura Beach

$ 6

Américas Copacabana Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

60 - 72 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

50 - 60 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Soccer Fever and Wildlife Wonders: Maracanã and BioPark of Rio

$61

$ 8

Américas Copacabana Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$48

28 - 34 min

Directions

This 8.26-mile concrete bridge between Rio & Niterói is one of the longest in the world.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

33 - 40 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Day 4Urban Oasis and Colorful Stairs: Parque Madureira and Escadaria Selarón

$38

$ 6

Américas Copacabana Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

Directions

Home of the Rio Carnival renovated to host Olympic & Paralympic archery & the end of the marathon.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$38

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Aquatic Wonders and Iconic Bridge: AquaRio, Ponte Pres. Costa e Silva, and Copacabana Fort

$102

$ 8

Américas Copacabana Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$36

43 - 52 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$66

38 - 46 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $285 In total

Activities & Food:$255

Transport:$30