Itinerary:
Rio de Janeiro
Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day can be spent at your leisure.
Rio de Janeiro
You will take a guided tour to Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer Statue. To get there you'll travel through downtown Rio to the base of Corcovado. From there you'll board the train that will take you through the Tijuca Rainforest, the world's largest urban forest, and then to the top of the mountain. At the peak is the 125 ft. statue of Christ the Redeemer. The views of the ocean, city, and lagoon are spectacular. After some time exploring the mountain and enjoying the beautiful vistas, you will begin your descent and transfer to your hotel.
Rio de Janeiro
Explore Sugar Loaf Mountain with a guided tour, which begins with a scenic drive along the Copacabana and Ipanema, Rio's famous beaches. Then you'll take a cable car ride to the Urca Mountain for a tour of its gardens and vistas. You'll continue the ascent to the peak of Sugar Loaf Mountain. At 1,300 feet, you can see Rio's southern coastlines and the gigantic cliffs of Guanabara Bay that provide the famous view Rio is known for.
Rio / Salvador de Bahia
Depart Rio after breakfast and take a flight to Salvador de Bahia. This city is famous for its beautiful beaches, Bahian cuisine, colonial architecture, and thriving music scene. After you transfer to your hotel, the rest of the day is at your leisure, and to take in the sights.
Salvador de Bahia
Today you will be taken on a city tour of the Upper and Lower Cities. Here you'll see beautiful colonial architecture, including cobblestone streets, and the San Francisco Church that was built in baroque style. You will also visit the Carmo Museum, the Paraca da Se Church, and the Mercado Modelo Market. After the city tour the rest of the day is at your leisure, with the option to relax on the beach or explore more of the city on your own.
Bahia Beach Resort
Go to the beach resort of your choice. You a plethora of options such as the Eco-resort in Playa de Forte, The caribbean-style resorts of Costa de Sahuipi, or the luxury resorts in the vicinity of Salvador de Bahia.
Bahia Beach Resort
Enjoy more of the relaxation at the resort of your choice. Plenty of beach activities and sports are all available to you.
Bahia Beach Resort
Enjoy more of the relaxation at the resort of your choice.
Departure
You will be taken to the airport for your flight to Rio, where you'll be connected with your international flight home.