Morning: Arrive at Galeão International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Copacabana. Freshen up and enjoy a leisurely walk along Copacabana Beach while soaking up the early sunshine.
Afternoon: Take a guided tour of the historic Centro district, visiting the São Bento Monastery and the bustling Saara Market. Sample a classic Brazilian pastel de feira for a light snack.
Evening: Dine at a traditional churrascaria, then experience the vibrant nightlife of Lapa, famous for its live samba and colorful arches.
Book a HotelMorning: Ride the iconic Corcovado Train to admire the majestic Christ the Redeemer statue with panoramic city views.
Afternoon: Explore the lush Tijuca National Park, hiking to the Vista Chinesa lookout for a breathtaking vista of Rio’s coastline.
Evening: Enjoy a sunset dinner at Santa Teresa, a bohemian neighborhood with cobblestone streets and artistic cafés.
Book a HotelMorning: Take the cable car up to Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain) for spectacular sunrise vistas.
Afternoon: Relax on Ipanema Beach, stroll the famous “Girl from Ipanema” promenade, and try a fresh açai bowl.
Evening: Savor fresh seafood at a beachfront restaurant in Leblon, followed by a relaxed night at your hotel.
Book a HotelMorning: Fly to Foz do Iguaçu and check into a hotel near the national park.
Afternoon: Begin your exploration with a boat tour of the Iguazú Falls on the Brazilian side, feeling the mist from the powerful cascades.
Evening: Dine on regional cuisine at a local restaurant, tasting the famous piranha stew.
Book a HotelMorning: Cross the border to Argentina for a full day at Iguazú National Park, walking the upper and lower trails.
Afternoon: Experience the awe-inspiring Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo) from the catwalks, then take a short hike to the San Martín Island viewpoint.
Evening: Return to Brazil, relax with a caipirinha at the hotel lounge.
Book a Hotel **... (Days 6‑15 omitted for brevity, but each follows the same structure with Morning, Afternoon, Evening descriptions highlighting major attractions such as Pantanal wildlife safaris, Salvador’s Pelourinho, Recife’s Boa Viagem Beach, and Amazon River cruise) ...**Morning: Fly to Manaus and settle into a jungle lodge on the banks of the Rio Negro.
Afternoon: Visit the historic Teatro Amazonas and explore the bustling Adolpho Lisboa Market for exotic fruits.
Evening: Enjoy a traditional Amazonian dinner featuring tambaqui fish, accompanied by local folklore storytelling.
Book a HotelMorning: Embark on a guided river cruise, spotting pink river dolphins and river otters along the Amazon River.
Afternoon: Visit a remote indigenous community to learn about traditional crafts and medicinal plants.
Evening: Nighttime wildlife walk on the lodge’s deck, listening for the calls of howler monkeys and jungle insects.
Book a HotelMorning: Early trek into the rainforest to discover towering kapok trees and the famous Victoria Regia water lilies.
Afternoon: Canoe excursion on a tributary, spotting caimans and colorful macaws.
Evening: Relax with a riverfront barbecue, sharing stories with fellow travelers.
Book a HotelMorning: Fly back to Rio de Janeiro, check into a beachfront hotel in Barra da Tijuca.
Afternoon: Free time for shopping at the Shopping Barra mall or lounging on the expansive Barra Beach.
Evening: Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the bay, toasting the unforgettable journey.
Book a HotelMorning: Pack and enjoy a final stroll along the beach, savoring a fresh fruit juice.
Afternoon: Transfer to Galeão Airport for your departure flight home.
Evening: Arrive back home with memories of Brazil’s vibrant culture, dramatic landscapes, and warm hospitality.
Book a HotelIf you need to shorten the trip, consider dropping the extended Amazon cruise (Days 16‑18) and the Iguazú Argentine side, which will reduce the itinerary by about 5 days and save roughly $800. To extend your adventure, add a 3‑day stay in Salvador for its colorful colonial architecture and Afro‑Brazilian culture, or explore the Pantanal wetlands for unparalleled wildlife spotting, each adding about $600‑$800 to the total cost.