DAY 1: RIO DE JANEIRO

Arrival at Rio de Janeiro. Transfer from Airport to Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana hotel (airport and hotel porterage fee included).

Arrival to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure.

At night, dinner at local barbecue (buffet with meats, fish and seafood and 1 dessert + 1 coffee per person). Transfers from/to hotel included.

Accommodation in Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana hotel, Ocean view double room.

Meals: dinner.

DAY 2: RIO DE JANEIRO

Breakfast.

Fruit tasting in a street market and Corcovado excursion.

Enjoy delicious fruit at a local market and then, departure to visit the famous Corcovado (Christ), which owes its name to the shape of the mountain which rises to over 700 m above the city. It is here that Christ Redeemer, huge soapstone statue (30m statue, 8m pedestal, 28m wide), the work of the French sculptor Paul Landowski, was built and inaugurated in 1931. It is from here where it can be seen, opening his arms and symbolizing, beyond Rio, the good tradition of welcome and hospitality of the Brazilian people. 

Lunch at Confeitaria Colombo
A living portrait of the Belle Époque in Rio, and one of the city’s gourmet landmarks, the Confeitaria Colombo still retains much of its Art Nouveau charm dating back to the beginning of the century. Its famous Belgian mirrors in their hardwood frames and rosewood showcases, Italian marble benches, ornate light fixtures, glossy floor and period furniture have been preserved intact, just as they were admired by many famous individuals who helped write the history of Brazil, while also making the Confeitaria Colombo a major downtown attraction.
Traditional Brazilian Buffet

After lunch, visit the complex of Samba City where all samba schools have their creation warehouses.
One of the most famous Carnivals of the world is in Rio. This is the biggest Brazilian cultural manifestation and a democrat celebration, where everyone interact and have fun together regardless of their origin. Carnival in Rio is distinguished for being, not only a celebration, but also a competition. Cariocas have a venue entirely dedicated to samba schools’ demonstration of their incredible productions, the Sambadrome. This parade is a huge event that involves thousands of people that want to wear a custom and participate in a unique opportunity that provides a memorable experience. This is a tour behind the scenes of Carnival. In the complex of Samba City, where all samba schools have their creation warehouses, a guide explains about the history of samba, allegories and the
Carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro. It goes around the warehouse with customs and parade items in progress and guests have the opportunity to try the costumes, feeling a little bit of the Carnival essence. After that exciting visit, they have time to taste the traditional caipirinha, a cocktail made with cachaça (sugar cane hard liquor), lemon and sugar, before heading back to the hotel.

At the end, return to the hotel. 

In the evening, dinner at Rio Scenarium (included: entrance fee, appetizers, main dish, dessert and drinks – mineral water, soft drinks, national beer and caipirinha per person) – closed on Monday and Tuesday. Located in a renovated warehouse in the bohemian district of Lapa, Rio Scenarium is an antique store-turned-bar. All the items of the decoration are part of the inventory and many have been used on movie sets. In the second floor are exposed the full contents of an old-fashioned pharmacy, furniture, carriages, and many more items. The lovely building is the perfect setting for traditional Brazilian samba and choro. The acoustics are excellent and the tables centered around the stage and dance floor give a great view. The menu offers typical Brazilian dishes, snacks and drinks.

There is no other place in Rio that embodies the alegria or happiness of the Brazilian people more than the nightlife scene in the neighborhood of Lapa. Once the sun goes down, this normally quiet neighborhood turns into a bustling and vibrant area full of restaurants, nightclubs and bars. The streets fill with cariocas and gringos alike, who flock to this Rio nightlife Mecca with one thing in mind……fun!! From traditional northeastern forró, to Rio’s own samba, to reggae from Bahia, visitors will enjoy the best that the Rio music scene has to offer. On the Rio Nightlife Tour, we will take you right to the heart of the action where our local guides will accompany you to one of the best clubs in Lapa, Rio Scenarium an unusual bar, a mix between an antique shop and an auction room, where the locals come to listen to traditional Brazilian jazz and samba.

Accommodation in Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana hotel, Ocean view double room.

Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.

DAY 3: RIO DE JANEIRO

Breakfast.

Sugar Loaf Visit with caipirinha tasting (one per person).
Visit the famous Sugar Loaf, another symbol of Rio, with Corcovado. Ascent by cable car to the top. From its 395 meters, the granite rock dominates the entire city and Guanabara Bay. It is here, in this sublime bay one morning in January 1502 of the Portuguese sailors, landed. Believing in the estuary of a river, they named the site “Rio de Janeiro” (River of January)

Lunch at Casa Camolese restaurant, 3 courses meal. Once upon a time there was a village in the Jockey Club with its 18th century architecture in ruins for decades. It is here that Casa Camolese is located with a free view of the Corcovado and the Hippodrome meadow.
The façade listed by the Historical Patrimony integrates the bold project with glass walls, exposed beams and a very high ceiling, bringing together several passions: restaurant, balcony, patio, craft brewery, high cocktail bar, cafe, deli and Clube Manouche, intimate stage which promotes unprecedented meetings between artists from Rio, Brazilian and international scenes.

After lunch, visit a Botanical Garden.
Founded in 1808, the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro is one of the most important global research centers in the botanic area and in the conservation of biodiversity. Huge trees decked with orchids contrasting with giant water lilies, bromeliads and tropical foliage make that place a favorite hideaway for nature lovers or for just whoever is seeking peace and tranquility. The Botanic Garden also houses monuments of historical, artistic and archaeological significance, right at the foot of Corcovado Mountain.

At the end, return to the hotel.

By night, farewell dinner at Marius Degustar (tasting menu special meats and grilled fish and seafood) For over half a century serving with excellence, enchanting and promoting moments of joy, relaxation and satisfaction. Located on Copacabana beach, the restaurant offers a unique atmosphere, entirely decorated with nautical elements, antiques and unusual materials originating from centuries-old farms. The Marius Degustare restaurant offers a sophisticated and well-cared selection of meats, fish and seafood, in a charming, exotic and fun environment.

Accommodation in Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana hotel, Ocean view double room.

Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.

DAY 4: RIO DE JANEIRO

Breakfast at hotel.

Transfer out from Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana hotel to Airport (airport and hotel porterage fee included).

Meals: breakfast

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