Morning: Fly from Vilnius to Rio de Janeiro, land at Galeão Airport and meet your local friend. Take a taxi to the friend's apartment to drop off luggage and freshen up.
Afternoon: Walk to Copacabana Beach for a quick surf lesson and a refreshing swim in the Atlantic.
Evening: Wander through the vibrant Lapa Arches, enjoy live samba at a local bar, and sample street‑food delicacies like pastel and tapioca.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the tram to Sugarloaf Mountain and experience the breathtaking panoramic view of the city.
Afternoon: Head to the Tijuca National Park for a zip‑line adventure that swoops over the rainforest canopy.
Evening: Return to the city for a dinner of feijoada in the historic Santa Teresa neighborhood, followed by a night walk along the illuminated Rio Skyline.
Find HotelsMorning: Catch an early internal flight to Foz do Iguaçu and settle into your friend's place.
Afternoon: Visit the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls and hike the lower trail for close‑up views of the roaring cascades.
Evening: Relax at the Parque das Aves (Bird Park) for a calm sunset walk among exotic birds.
Find HotelsMorning: Board a speedboat tour at Iguazu Falls for a heart‑pounding plunge right up to the waterfalls.
Afternoon: Take a short flight for a scenic helicopter ride over the falls, then try a short white‑water rafting stretch on the Iguazu River.
Evening: Enjoy a traditional Brazilian barbecue (churrasco) in the town center, tasting local meats and caipirinhas.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly back to Rio, drop off luggage, and store belongings at a locker for the day.
Afternoon: Explore the historic Centro district, visiting the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Royal Portuguese Reading Room.
Evening: Take a final sunset walk on Ipanema Beach**, reflecting on the adventure before heading to the airport for your departure.
Find HotelsIf you need more time for adventure, add a day in Rio for hang‑gliding over the city or a day in the Pantanal for wildlife safaris. To cut costs, replace the helicopter ride with a guided hiking tour of the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls, which offers equally stunning views at a fraction of the price.