Accompanying Persons Programs
May 25th - Sugar Loaf and
Hippie Fair
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Visit the world famous Sugar Loaf Mountain, from where one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the city can be seen. Take the two stage car up to the top of Sugar Loaf (270m), which grants the entrance to Rio’s harbor and Guanabara Bay. The Italian made cable car holds 80 passengers and each of the two stages takes two minutes. The first stage is Morro da Urca with 170m, with a restaurant, amphitheatre and helicopter-point. The second stage goes on the Sugar Loaf itself, thus named for its resemblance to the loaves of sugar used by the Portuguese at the time of the city’s discovery.Then we will have lunch at a Brazilian "Churrascaria", a Barbecue Restaurant. From there, we will head to the Hippie Fair where you will be able to find many brazilian handcrafts souvenirs such as leather goods, paintings, jewerly and many others, as well as exotic food.Price per person: U$ 95 Private Tour - Minimum of 10 people |
May 26th - Corcovado and Fashion Mall
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The statue of Christ, the Redeemer is one of the main symbols of Brazil. A privileged panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro is offered from the belvedere. We will drive to one of the older parts of Rio called Cosme Velho, from where we take the train to the Corcovado mountain with the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer (2.300ft above sea level). A modern swiss-made cogwheel rail climbs the mountain from its base at 15 meters almost to the summit at 710 meters. The trip up takes 17 minutes approximately, at a maximum speed of 15km/h. The trip down takes 22min, at a speed of 12km/h.Lunch at Fashion Mall. (Not included) Fashion Mall is one of the most fashionable Malls in the city. Filled with the most reknowned brands in the fashion world such as Armani, Diesel, Calvin Klein and many others. Price per person: U$ 72 Private Tour - Minimum of 10 people |
May 27th - Free Day! (3 options)
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1st Full Day Tropical Island with lunch We will leave our hotel at 8:00 and after approximately one hour trip, the bus arrives in Itacuruçá where a schooner will depart for a cruise around Rio’s Tropical Islands. White sands, palms and clear water forms a bit of this paradise inviting you to relax and enjoy. Known for being one of the best places for diving and fishing in Brazil. And if you are lucky you may also see a few dolphins having fun on the waters. Lunch will be in a privet Island were you will find also, a few interesting birds and animals. Lunch is included.This is a Regular Tour. Please contact us for availability. Price per person: U$ 85
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2nd Corcovado and Tijuca Forest by jeep The Corcovado Hill, together with D.Marta belvedere, is a mandatory tour in Rio for the beauty of the sightseeing from both locations. From the Corcovado, we can see the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon and the Botanical Garden. From the D. Marta belvedere, the main attractions are the Maracanã stadium, the Guanabara Bay and the Sugar Loaf. This tour includes a small walk in a forest trail up to the Cascatinha Fall. Price per person: U$ 58 This is a Regular Tour. Please contact us for availability.
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3rd Sugar Loaf and Maracana with lunch Visit the world famous Sugar Loaf Mountain, from where one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the city can be seen. Take the two stage car up to the top of Sugar Loaf (270m), which grants the entrance to Rio’s harbor and Guanabara Bay. The Italian made cable car holds 80 passengers and each of the two stages takes two minutes. Lunch at a Barbecue Restaurant. After the lunch, we continue to Maracana Stadium. The Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho, commonly called Estádio do Maracanã ("Maracanã stadium"), is one of the largest soccer stadiums in the world. Owned by the government, it is named after the Maracanã neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro. It was opened in 1950 to host the FIFA World Cup. Since then, it has mainly been used for soccer matches between the biggest soccer clubs in Rio de Janeiro, including Flamengo, Botafogo, Fluminense and Vasco da Gama. It has also hosted a number of concerts and other sporting events. The stadium currently seats 97,000 spectators. Price per person: U$ 95 Private Tour - Minimum of 10 people |
May 28th - Burle Max Garden, Feijoada Lunch, Museu Casa do Pontal
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Duration: 8hrs Arranged into sections such as "Birth & Death", "Work", "Colonization", "Married Life", "Sports & Games", etc., the collection is a compelling reflection of how the simplest Brazilians of the countryside and big cites view themselves and their world. Afterward, there will be a traditional and festive "feijoada" lunch at a local artist’s atelier. Enjoy this typically Brazilian meal originated by the slave population centuries ago and get an inside look at a local artist’s work in progress. Price per person: U$ 110 Private Tour - Minimum of 10 people |
May 29th - Macuco Rio and Ipanema Beach
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The crew will start with brief information about the tourist spots heading for the mouth of the Guanabara Bay. We go past the Glória Church, W.W. II fallen’s memorial, MAM, Santos Dumont Airport, Statue of Christ the Redeemer, Flamengo Park, Botafogo Small Bay, Urca and Sugar Loaf. As we leave the Bay behind we go past the São João Fortress, Laje Fortress and Santa Cruz Fortress. Soon after we go by the Leme’s seafront, Copacabana Beach and Arpoador.From Ipanema we go on towards the Cagarras Archipelago where at certain times of the year it is usual to sight sea species such as dolphins, turtles and with a bit more of luck even whales – which take this way as part of their migratory route. Return to the port where our bus will be waiting for us. We will head to Ipanema Beach, the one from the song "Girl from Ipanema". You will be able to enjoy the beach or stroll through its nice streets and stores. Price per person: U$ 105 Private Tour - Minimum of 10 people |
May 30th - Historical Rio with Santa Tereza Tram
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Start our tour in Santa Tereza neighborhood. This area, once favored by Rio’s wealthy and powerful, fell into neglect as the chic beachfront neighborhoods of Ipanema and Copacabana came into favor after World War II. Today Santa Teresa is enjoying a renaissance as artists and bohemians who have moved to the area are renovating this funky and colorful part of Rio. Finally, descend by cable car through this delightful neighborhood, over the famous "Arcos da Lapa" to downtown Rio where you will get a feel for the dynamic rhythm of this of this bustling metropolis.Enjoy lunch at a Colombo restaurant, founded in 1894, where all the Belle Époque charm remains in full bloom in the heart of Old Rio - the magnificent salons are lined with ornate jacaranda-framed mirrors imported from Belgium at the turn of the century, the art nouveau decor is found throughout its showcases, furniture and fittings, ceiling lights and floor dating back to this delightful past. Colombo soon became well-known as the place where politicians, journalists, poets, writers and artists went to attend business meetings or simply to have fun. Eminent visitors, as Queen Elizabeth, from England, and King Albert, from Belgium, had the opportunity to taste its delicious specialties. Then take a short walking tour of the old downtown section of Rio with stops at the Portuguese Library and the Mosterio de Sao Bento. Overall, a perfect introduction to the sights sounds and tastes of Rio! Price per person: U$ 105 Private Tour - Minimum of 10 people |