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Monuments & Colonial Treasures

9 Days
São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Recife
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The Museu Paulista of the University of São Paulo, one of the most important museums in Brazil.

Brazil Package: Monuments & Colonial Treasures

9 Days

São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Recife

Overview

Discover the best of Brazil’s immensely rich culture with this fascinating Brazil vacation package, designed for all culture and history buffs. Magnificent beaches, vibrant metropolises, and fascinating people make Brazil one of the most interesting destinations in South America.

Designed by Kim MacQuarrie, 4-time Emmy Winner
and our Travel Specialist

Discover the best of Brazil’s immensely rich culture with this fascinating Brazil vacation package.

Designed by Kim MacQuarrie, 4-time Emmy Winner and our Travel Specialist

Route

Day 1 : Arrival to São Paulo
Day 2 : São Paulo City Tour
Day 3 : Arrival to Rio de Janeiro
Day 4 : Christ the Redeemer Half Day Tour
Day 5 : Free Day in Rio de Janeiro
Day 6 : Arrival to Recife
Day 7 : Recife & Olinda Tour
Day 8 : Free Day in Recife
Day 9 : Departure from Recife

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DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS
The Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.
Rio de Janeiro
A bust of a man in a garden in front of the Paulista Museum in Sao Paulo’s Independence Park.
São Paulo
The colorful Selaron Steps, a famous work of art and one of Rio's most popular tourist attractions.
Selaron Steps, Rio
São Paulo

This bustling metropolis is Brazil’s most cosmopolitan city, a true melting pot of different cultures.

RIO DE JANEIRO

This tropical city is iconic for its white sand beaches, jungly mountains, and vibrant dance scene.

RECIFE

This northern city offers not just beautiful beaches but also a unique culture and fascinating history.

A cable car, known as a bondinho in Portuguese, returning from Rio de Janeiro's Sugarloaf Mountain.
Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio
Rooftops and tropical trees with the ocean and the Recife skyline visible in the distance.
Recife
Itinerary

  • Welcome to São Paulo! Upon arrival to the airport, a Latin America For Less representative will meet you and take you to your confirmed hotel. Check out our selection of excellent São Paulo hotels.
  • Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure, resting at your hotel or exploring bustling São Paulo on your own.
  • You can find some suggestions on what to do and where to eat in our São Paulo guide.

  • Today you’ll enjoy an exciting half-day city tour of São Paulo with an expert English-speaking guide. You’ll start the tour in the charming Japanese-inspired district, Barrio Oriental. You will then continue on to the imposing Praca Da Se Cathedral located in the city center.
  • The next stop is the Tropic of Capricorn, where a monument marks where the city was founded in 1554. You will then travel to the district of Higienopolis, the heart and soul of the Jewish community, and Avenida Paulista, the most important financial center in Latin America. One of the best features of the avenue is the Museum de Arte de São Paulo, a remarkable architectural work and considered to be one of the best art museums in the world.
  • You’ll then continue on to visit the famous Butanta Institute, internationally renowned for its extensive antivenom research and massive snake collection. Nearby is the exclusive Morumbi neighborhood, home to richly appointed villas, the soccer stadium, and the Governor’s Palace.
  • You’ll end your tour at the beautiful Parque do Ibirapuera, the largest of São Paulo’s 32 public parks.
  • After the tour, you’ll return to your São Paulo hotel and have the night to enjoy the city at your leisure.

Sunrise over Rio de Janeiro, with the famous Christ the Redeemer statue visible in the distance.
  • Today you continue your journey to another of Brazil’s eclectic and dynamic cities: Rio de Janeiro. Meet your transfer to the airport for your flight from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro.
  • Upon arrival in Rio, a Latin America For Less representative will meet you at the airport and take you to your confirmed hotel.
  • You’ll have the rest of the day to relax and start exploring Rio de Janeiro on your own. Find some ideas of what to see and do in our Rio guide.

The Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Sugarloaf Mountain and the city of Rio de Janeiro.
  • Today you’ll enjoy a private half-day tour up Corcovado, the mountain in the middle of Rio de Janeiro that is famous for its massive Christ the Redeemer statue.
  • After meeting your guide at your hotel, you’ll ride through Laranjeiras, one of the city’s oldest residential districts, and into the traditional Cosme Velho neighborhood. Here, you will board a mountain train for a scenic trip through the Tijuca forest, the largest urban forest in the world.
  • Upon reaching the top, 2,300 feet (700 meters) above sea level, you’ll be greeted by spectacular 360-degree city views. Soak up the scenery and feel dwarfed by the 130-foot tall religious statue, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
  • You’ll then return to your Rio de Janeiro hotel to enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Swimmers and surfers enjoying the water on a sunny day at the beach in Rio de Janeiro.
  • Spend the day as you wish in beautiful Rio. Today you can sleep in, relax in the sun on one of Rio’s magnificent beaches, or explore the bustling streets of the city.
  • See our blog, Rio de Janeiro, the gem in colonial Portugal’s crown, for ideas on what to see in the city.
  • You can also browse through our additional services if you would like to take part in other tours in and around Rio.

  • New adventures start today! Meet your transfer to the airport for your flight to Recife, the Venice of Brazil.
  • Upon arrival, a Latin America For Less representative will welcome you at the airport and take you to your confirmed hotel.
  • You’ll have the rest of the day to start exploring the city on your own and soak up the laid back atmosphere of this charming colonial town.

  • Today you’ll enjoy a fascinating cultural tour of the sister cities: Recife and Olinda. You’ll first get a panorama of Recife, seeing the 3 islands that comprise the city center (Recife, Santo Antonio and Boa Vista) and the bridge of Mauricio de Nassau. You’ll continue on to Praça de Republica flanked by the Governor’s Palace, Santa Isabel Theatre, and Law Courts, as well as the Casa de la Cultura, a beautiful building dating back to the 19th century.
  • Next on your tour is a visit to Recife’s sister city, the magical Olinda. The historical district of this lovely colonial town was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. You’ll visit the churches of Se and Misericordia in the Alto da Se district. Olinda is particularly famous for its Carnaval, when colorful parades of giant puppets and dancers fill the streets.
  • After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel in Recife and have the remainder of the day to enjoy at your leisure.

  • Today you can relax and explore Recife at your own pace. Visit the city’s beautiful beaches and soak up the sun.
  • You can also browse our additional services for more Recife tour opportunities.

  • Today you will have a transfer to the airport for your flight from Recife to Rio de Janeiro or your next destination.
  • Alternatively, check out our exciting additional Recife tours if you want to extend your stay, or browse our full range of Brazil travel destinations for additional vacation ideas.

“Brazil is such a wonderful and interesting country, we had the most amazing time in our honeymoon adventurous trip...Everyone we met from hotel staff to guides as well as local Brazilians have been very helpful, kind and went out of their way to make our trip as wonderful and hassle free as possible.”

Ameera & Brett
London, UK
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The colorful Selaron Steps, a famous work of art and one of Rio's most popular tourist attractions.
The colorful Selaron Steps, a famous work of art and one of Rio's most popular tourist attractions.
A sunny day with lots of people at one of Rio de Janeiro's world-famous beaches.
Christ the Redeemer, Rio's most famous landmark and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.
The colorful Selaron Steps, a famous work of art and one of Rio's most popular tourist attractions.

Prices per person

Included:

  • 2 nights in Sao Paulo, 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro, and 3 nights in Recife in Brazil Hotels based on US standards
  • All tours stated in the itinerary with English-speaking guides
  • All transfers and entrance fees
  • All breakfasts

Not Included:

  • Airfare
  • Lunches or dinners (unless otherwise specified)
  • Airport taxes
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