SHORTLIST

Best of Brazil

Sun, sand and plenty of samba – see some of Brazil’s hottest highlights all packed together in an eight-day adventure. Start the party in Rio de Janeiro, where Copacabana, Ipanema and Christ the Redeemer all vie for your attention. Travel to the cobbled streets of Paraty, then cruise to the pristine Ilha Grande – an island where lush green rainforests meet untouched sandy beaches. You’ll have local knowledge to guide your way and plenty of time to explore at your own pace, and when it comes to free time in Brazil, all you need to know is the word ‘praia’ – beach.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1.A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information
2.This trip starts with an Orientation Walk on Day 1 at 1 pm. 
3.Full passport details are required at the time of booking in order to purchase tickets to certain sites. Additionally on certain trips it's needed to book bus, train or flight tickets. Delays in providing this information may result in booking fees or changes to your itinerary.

Tour details
Tour Provider Intrepid Travel
Price From
$1,434
Number of Days
8
Start Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
End Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Age Range
Avg. 30+
Group Size
1 to 16
Tour Style
Basic
Tour Themes
Adventure
Physical Rating
Easy to Moderate
Itinerary Open all
Day 1: Rio de Janeiro
Bem-vindo! Welcome to Brazil. Your experience begins at 1 pm today with an optional leader-led orientation walk around Rio. In the evening, there will be an important meeting at 6 pm where you’ll talk through the details of your Brazilian adventure. Rio locals like to say that 'God made the world in six days, the seventh he devoted to Rio'. In this heaving metropolis, set against Guanabara Bay and surrounded by the slopes of Sugarloaf and Corcovado, it's hard not to be caught up in the passion of the city's residents, known as Cariocas. Known for both the glitz and glamour of Carnaval and the contrasting image of the favelas, Rio is a fascinating and diverse centre of all things colour. Tonight, after your briefing, why not keep the introductions going with an optional welcome dinner with your group.
Days 2-3: Paraty
This morning, take a shared transfer from Rio to Paraty (approximately 4 .5 hours). The remainder of today and rest of tomorrow are yours to explore Paraty. Admire the architecture as you wander along the town’s cobbled, pedestrian-only streets, which become partly covered in seawater at high tide. You might prefer to explore the rainforest trails in the surrounding national park, which is rich in wildlife and waterfalls. Otherwise, a boat trip on the island-studded bay for scenic views along the coast could be on the cards, or join an excursion to the nearby village of Trindade, which boasts some of Brazil’s best beaches. The best thing is you get to decide.
Day 4: Paraty – Ilha Grande
Today, jump on a shared transfer to Angra followed by a ferry to the island getaway of Ilha Grande, taking approximately 5 hours, in total. This paradise of pristine beaches and rainforest has been largely untouched by development. Previously a pirate's lair, a leper colony and a prison for violent criminals, the island has a fascinating history to uncover. The ruins of the prison can still be seen today. Once you’ve arrived and got your bearings, head to the beach – it’s calling your name.
Days 5-6: Ilha Grande
Rise and shine in paradise, ready to enjoy two full free days exploring Ilha Grande. Wander along rainforest trails to beautiful and remote beaches – Lopes Mendes and Aventureiro Beach are two of the best. You could book yourself in on an optional boat trip out to the Blue Lagoon, beach-hopping through Ilha Grande Bay along the way. There are plenty of opportunities to stop for fresh seafood, and to swim and snorkel in the clear water. Or just plonk yourself on the beach with a good book and laze the day away. In the evening, why not meet up with some of your travel pals and relax with a caipirinha at a restaurant or bar in Vila do Abraao – the island’s main town.
Day 7: Rio de Janeiro
Bid farewell to this slice of heaven as you board a boat to the small port of Mangaratiba today, and from here, take a minivan back to Rio de Janeiro. The total journey should take about 3.5 hours, so you should be back in Rio in the early to mid-afternoon. The rest of the day is free to explore the city or simply hit up Copacabana and relax. Tonight, get together with your travel crew for a night of food, drinks and some samba – speak to your local leader who’ll have some great recommendations for what to do tonight.
Day 8: Rio de Janeiro
With no activities planned for today, you are free to leave the accommodation at any time, provided you comply with the hotel’s internal check-out policies. That dsn’t mean your adventure has to come to an end! If you would like to continue soaking up the sun in Rio, we’ll be happy to book additional accommodation (subject to availability).
Inclusions
  • Meals: 4 breakfasts.
  • Transport: Boat, Ferry, Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi, Van.
  • Accommodation: Hotel (7 nights).
  • Rio de Janeiro - Orientation Walk.
Departure dates
All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply
Start End Availability Price NZD
25 May 2025 01 Jun 2025 5 $1,434
29 Jun 2025 06 Jul 2025 5 $1,610
20 Jul 2025 27 Jul 2025 6 $1,655
10 Aug 2025 17 Aug 2025 9 $1,545
24 Aug 2025 31 Aug 2025 2 $1,595
07 Sep 2025 14 Sep 2025 8 $1,625
14 Sep 2025 21 Sep 2025 8 $1,565
21 Sep 2025 28 Sep 2025 13 $1,610
05 Oct 2025 12 Oct 2025 14 $1,610
19 Oct 2025 26 Oct 2025 13 $1,610
26 Oct 2025 02 Nov 2025 15 $1,610
02 Nov 2025 09 Nov 2025 6 $1,735
16 Nov 2025 23 Nov 2025 11 $1,680
23 Nov 2025 30 Nov 2025 15 $1,670
30 Nov 2025 07 Dec 2025 12 $1,670
07 Dec 2025 14 Dec 2025 16 $1,670
14 Dec 2025 21 Dec 2025 11 $1,670
21 Dec 2025 28 Dec 2025 11 $1,690
11 Jan 2026 18 Jan 2026 15 $1,750
18 Jan 2026 25 Jan 2026 13 $1,790
25 Jan 2026 01 Feb 2026 16 $1,750
01 Feb 2026 08 Feb 2026 16 $1,685
24 Feb 2026 03 Mar 2026 16 $1,685
01 Mar 2026 08 Mar 2026 16 $1,750
08 Mar 2026 15 Mar 2026 16 $1,750
22 Mar 2026 29 Mar 2026 14 $1,750
05 Apr 2026 12 Apr 2026 16 $1,685
12 Apr 2026 19 Apr 2026 16 $1,685
19 Apr 2026 26 Apr 2026 16 $1,685
03 May 2026 10 May 2026 16 $1,685
10 May 2026 17 May 2026 16 $1,685
24 May 2026 31 May 2026 16 $1,685
14 Jun 2026 21 Jun 2026 16 $1,685
28 Jun 2026 05 Jul 2026 16 $1,685
05 Jul 2026 12 Jul 2026 13 $1,685
19 Jul 2026 26 Jul 2026 16 $1,685
09 Aug 2026 16 Aug 2026 16 $1,685
23 Aug 2026 30 Aug 2026 16 $1,685
06 Sep 2026 13 Sep 2026 14 $1,750
13 Sep 2026 20 Sep 2026 16 $1,750
27 Sep 2026 04 Oct 2026 16 $1,750
04 Oct 2026 11 Oct 2026 16 $1,815
11 Oct 2026 18 Oct 2026 16 $1,815
25 Oct 2026 01 Nov 2026 16 $1,815
01 Nov 2026 08 Nov 2026 16 $1,815
08 Nov 2026 15 Nov 2026 16 $1,815
15 Nov 2026 22 Nov 2026 16 $1,815
22 Nov 2026 29 Nov 2026 16 $1,815
29 Nov 2026 06 Dec 2026 16 $1,815
06 Dec 2026 13 Dec 2026 16 $1,815
13 Dec 2026 20 Dec 2026 16 $1,815
16 Dec 2026 23 Dec 2026 16 $1,685
10 Jan 2027 17 Jan 2027 16 $1,605
17 Jan 2027 24 Jan 2027 16 $1,605
24 Jan 2027 31 Jan 2027 16 $1,605
31 Jan 2027 07 Feb 2027 16 $1,605
23 Feb 2027 02 Mar 2027 16 $1,605
28 Feb 2027 07 Mar 2027 16 $1,605
07 Mar 2027 14 Mar 2027 16 $1,605
21 Mar 2027 28 Mar 2027 16 $1,605
04 Apr 2027 11 Apr 2027 16 $1,605
11 Apr 2027 18 Apr 2027 16 $1,605
18 Apr 2027 25 Apr 2027 16 $1,605
02 May 2027 09 May 2027 16 $1,605
09 May 2027 16 May 2027 16 $1,605
23 May 2027 30 May 2027 16 $1,605
13 Jun 2027 20 Jun 2027 16 $1,605
27 Jun 2027 04 Jul 2027 16 $1,605
04 Jul 2027 11 Jul 2027 16 $1,605
18 Jul 2027 25 Jul 2027 16 $1,605
08 Aug 2027 15 Aug 2027 16 $1,605
22 Aug 2027 29 Aug 2027 16 $1,605
05 Sep 2027 12 Sep 2027 16 $1,605
12 Sep 2027 19 Sep 2027 16 $1,605
26 Sep 2027 03 Oct 2027 16 $1,605
03 Oct 2027 10 Oct 2027 16 $1,605
10 Oct 2027 17 Oct 2027 16 $1,605
24 Oct 2027 31 Oct 2027 16 $1,605
31 Oct 2027 07 Nov 2027 16 $1,605
07 Nov 2027 14 Nov 2027 16 $1,605
14 Nov 2027 21 Nov 2027 16 $1,605
21 Nov 2027 28 Nov 2027 16 $1,605
28 Nov 2027 05 Dec 2027 16 $1,605
05 Dec 2027 12 Dec 2027 16 $1,605
12 Dec 2027 19 Dec 2027 16 $1,605
15 Dec 2027 22 Dec 2027 16 $1,605