Rio de Janeiro & Surroundings 2026-27
RIO DE JANEIRO – ANGRA DOS REIS – PARATY
Rio de Janeiro & Surroundings 2026-27 is a Guiness Travel escorted group tour in Brazil: 10 days by plane, with a tour leader from Italy. 3 departures scheduled, from 22 October 2026 to 19 February 2027. Participation fee from 4.000,00 € per person. Required document: Passport.
Rio de Janeiro & Surroundings 2026-27
RIO DE JANEIRO – ANGRA DOS REIS – PARATY

10 days starting from
4.000,00 €
Departures
Legend
Plus Guiness
- dinner in a typical restaurant and show at the Rio Scenarium Live Show
- boat excursion to Ilha Grande
- full-day excursion into the Paraty jungle
- all scheduled admission fees included
- travel exclusively in a group of no more than 25 people
Why this tour?
- to visit Rio de Janeiro in an exclusive way
- to relax on the crystal-clear beaches of the Costa Verde in the state of Rio de Janeiro
- to discover the glorious colonial past of this corner of Brazil
Description
A Brazil that enchants, between urban wonders and natural paradises. This itinerary offers a complete immersion in the beating heart of Brazil, with a well-judged balance between the vibrant energy of Rio de Janeiro and the laid-back charm of the Costa Verde. It is the ideal journey for those wishing to discover the country’s most accessible yet still surprising side: from timeless icons such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, to the unspoilt bays of Ilha Grande, and on to the colonial elegance of Paraty. The variety of the programme is one of its great strengths: it moves effortlessly from live music at the Rio Scenarium to the quiet of hidden beaches, from jeep excursions through the tropical jungle to sailing among dream islands. Each day is carefully balanced between cultural visits, nature experiences and moments of relaxation. The comfort of the selected hotels, the ever-present tour leader and a small group of no more than 25 participants make the journey all the more pleasant and relaxed. A complete but never hurried tour, perfect for those who want to discover the soul of Brazil, between legendary cities and breathtaking natural scenery.
Where the forest meets history: the hidden magic of Paraty. Paraty is one of the most fascinating and poetic corners of the journey. A colonial town overlooking the ocean, with a perfectly preserved historic centre alive with craft shops, music and colour, Paraty is much more than a stopover: it is an immersive experience of Brazil at its most authentic. But the real surprise comes with the excursion into the Serra da Bocaina, the jungle that surrounds the town. By jeep, you explore a lush world of waterfalls, natural pools and small villages nestled in the greenery. The route is accessible yet evocative, suitable for everyone, and culminates in a visit to an artisan cachaça distillery, where you can discover the secrets of Brazil’s liqueur par excellence. The combination of culture, nature and gastronomy makes Paraty one of the most intense moments of the entire tour. Here, the beauty of the landscape intertwines with history and the slow pace of local life, offering genuine emotions. A corner of Brazil still little touched by mass tourism, but destined to remain in your heart.
Itinerary
Day 1
ITALY – RIO DE JANEIRO
Departure on scheduled Ita Airways flights to Rio de Janeiro - meals on board – overnight flight.
Day 2
RIO DE JANEIRO
Arrival in the morning – transfer to the hotel – early check-in - free time - lunch at leisure – in the afternoon excursion with a guide to Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car, with spectacular views over Guanabara Bay and its islands – dinner in a typical restaurant – overnight stay.
Day 3
RIO DE JANEIRO “the wonder of Brazil”
Breakfast at the hotel - full day devoted to a visit of the city with a guide – in the morning excursion to the world-famous Corcovado hill by rack railway and then by panoramic lift up to Christ the Redeemer with breathtaking views over the whole bay – lunch at leisure – in the afternoon visit to the Tijuca Forest and a visit to the district of Santa Teresa - return to the hotel – dinner in a typical churrascaria restaurant – after dinner, Rio de Janeiro by night by coach with a guide, and show at the Rio Scenarium Live Music – overnight stay.
Day 4 · 160 km.
RIO DE JANEIRO “the whole city a UNESCO World Heritage Site” – ANGRA DOS REIS
Breakfast at the hotel – morning at leisure to relax on the beach and/or for independent sightseeing – lunch at leisure – in the afternoon departure for Angra dos Reis – check-in at the hotel - dinner at the hotel – evening at leisure – tour leader available – overnight stay.
Day 5
ILHA GRANDE
Breakfast at the hotel – full-day boat excursion to Ilha Grande to sail right around this natural paradise. We will stop at iconic beaches, crystal-clear bays and hidden gems such as Parnaioca and Aventureiro Beach – lunch during the excursion – dinner at the hotel – overnight stay.
Day 6
ANGRA DOS REIS – PARATY 100 km
Breakfast at the hotel – departure for Paraty, the southernmost municipality in the state of Rio de Janeiro and a colonial town that was once the main port from which the Portuguese shipped their gold – lunch at leisure - a guided tour of the town – check-in at the Pousada - dinner in a restaurant - after dinner, Paraty by night: a stroll with the tour leader through the historic centre – overnight stay.
Day 7
SERRA DA BOCAINA NATIONAL PARK “the Paraty jungle”
Breakfast at the hotel – full-day jeep excursion through the Paraty jungle (Pedra Branca waterfalls, the village of Penha with the Tobogã waterfall, the natural pools of Poço do Tarzan) – lunch during the excursion – visit to a distillery of cachaça, the typical Brazilian spirit at the heart of the famous Caipirinha – dinner in a restaurant – evening at leisure – tour leader available – overnight stay.
Day 8
THE COSTA VERDE “the crystal-clear sea of Paraty"
Breakfast at the hotel – boat tour of the main beaches and islands of the bay of Paraty (Lula da Praia, Praia Vermelha, Ilha Comprida, Ilha do Mantimento) – lunch during the excursion – dinner in a restaurant – overnight stay.
Day 9 · 250 km.
PARATY – RIO DE JANEIRO
Breakfast at the hotel – departure for Rio de Janeiro – on arrival transfer to the airport – departure on scheduled Ita Airways flights for the journey back to Italy – lunch at leisure – overnight flight.
Day 10
ITALY
Arrival in Italy.
Prices
- return journey Italy/Rio de Janeiro on scheduled Ita Airways flights
- airport/hotel transfers and vice versa
- tour of Brazil by luxury GT coach/minibus
- accommodation in 4-star hotels on a half-board basis as per the programme
- accommodation in a Pousada in Paraty on a half-board basis as per the programme (dinners in restaurants)
- buffet breakfasts
- 3 lunches during excursions
- guided visits as indicated
- taxes and VAT
- admission to all the sites visited
- tour leader from Italy on departures from Rome
- tour leader Rio de Janeiro/Rio de Janeiro for those departing from other airports
- evening excursions
drinks and anything not expressly indicated.
Our hotels
RIO DE JANEIRO
HOTEL RIO OTHON PALACE or similar 4-star
www.othon.com.br/hotel-copacabana/rio-othon-palace
ANGRA DOS REIS
HOTEL NACIONAL INN or similar 4-star
PARATY
POUSADA MARQUESA or similar
Info and schedule
N.B. The order of the visits may be swapped between days according to museum opening hours or for operational reasons, but the programme itself remains unchanged.
- Required document: Passport
Flight times
Countries
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 10 days by plane, with a Guiness tour leader from Italy.
When does it depart?
3 departures scheduled, from 22 October 2026 to 19 February 2027.
How much does it cost?
The individual participation fee starts from 4.000,00 € by plane.
What does the price include?
return journey Italy/Rio de Janeiro on scheduled Ita Airways flights; airport/hotel transfers and vice versa; tour of Brazil by luxury GT coach/minibus; accommodation in 4-star hotels on a half-board basis as per the programme; accommodation in a Pousada in Paraty on a half-board basis as per the programme (dinners in restaurants); buffet breakfasts; 3 lunches during excursions; guided visits as indicated; taxes and VAT; admission to all the sites visited; tour leader from Italy on departures from Rome; tour leader Rio de Janeiro/Rio de Janeiro for those departing from other airports; evening excursions
What is not included in the price?
drinks and anything not expressly indicated.
Which documents are required?
Passport
Can I cancel?
Cancel without penalty up to 45 days in advance
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