Rio de Janeiro
A southeastern coastal state of Brazil, with Rio de Janeiro's beaches and mountain views, plus the colonial town of Paraty and the Green Coast.
Rio de Janeiro state lies on Brazil's southeastern coast, where mountains and sea intertwine to create varied scenery. The capital, Rio de Janeiro, is famous for Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, and Carnival, and its urban landscape is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To the southwest, the Green Coast (Costa Verde) has the colonial town of Paraty and Ilha Grande; to the east, Búzios is a seaside resort, and in the mountains Petrópolis preserves the look of the imperial era. The state can be visited year-round; summer (December to March) is hot and rainy, while winter is drier. Rio's Galeão International Airport is the main gateway.
Destinations
Itineraries
- Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty Green Coast – Combine the urban highlights of Rio with the beaches of Ilha Grande and the colonial charm of Paraty, fully accessible…
- Rio City and Day Trips – Stay in Botafogo. Spend four days in the city, plus three day trips to Arraial do Cabo, Ilha Grande and Petrópolis.
- Rio to São Paulo Coast Road – Follow the Rio–Santos Highway to connect Ilha Grande, Paraty, Ubatuba, and Ilhabela.
- Rio to Região dos Lagos – Head east from Rio to explore the white sands and turquoise waters of Arraial do Cabo, Cabo Frio, and Búzios.
- Rio, Paraty, São Paulo & Iguazu – A classic first-time route in Brazil, connecting Rio, a colonial town, São Paulo, and Iguazu Falls.
- Rio's First Visit: Classic – Three days to see Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, two major beaches and the old Santa Teresa neighborhood, sta…
- Rio In Depth: 5 Days with Petrópolis Imperial City – Stay in Ipanema, explore the old city, port area and Santa Teresa at a relaxed pace, and add a day trip to the imperial…
- Rio, Iguazu & Buenos Aires 10-Day Classic Tour – A classic multi-flight route spanning Brazil and Argentina, connecting Rio's bays, Iguazu Falls, and the neighborhoods…
- Rio City Hiking and West Side Beaches – Stay in Leblon. Hike to Christ the Redeemer, Tijuca National Park, Pedra da Gávea and Two Brothers Mountain, plus a day…
- Rio, Iguazu, Southern Pantanal & Bonito – A classic Brazilian nature route from Rio to the Great Falls, then to the wetland ranches and the crystal-clear rivers…
- Rio with Kids: Relaxed – Stay in Copacabana, with one major attraction each day: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, the Rio Aquarium and the Museum…