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Holidays to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil + Iguassu (Iguazu) Falls Tours + Rio Carnival

Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil after Sao Paulo, and was once its capital. In all of South America it’s difficult to find a city that is more scenically beautiful, with its iconic granite peaks and famous coastline, vibrant and fun.
 
Holidays to Rio de Janeiro usually include a city tour, including the panoramic views from Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar), which is accessed by two cable cars and reaches a height of 1,300 ft. It overlooks both Copacabana beach and Guanabara Bay, with its countless inlets packed with small boats. Another iconic sight is the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer located atop Corcovado Mountain and reached by steep cog railway. Other famous city sights include the Selaron Steps, the modern pyramid-shaped Metropolitan Cathedral and the Olympic Stadium. Tijuca Rainforest can be explored by jeep and the Botanical Garden is lovely to visit on a quiet afternoon.
 
It takes most of the day to walk along the famous beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, allowing time to stop and people-watch, rehydrate with delicious coconut water or freshly made caipirinha (Brazil's national cocktail, made with cachaça, sugar and lime). Linking these three famous beaches is a pedestrian walkway designed by Rio's most famous resident, Oscar Niemeyer, who also designed the capital Brasilia in the 1960's. Its undulating black and white curves of basalt and limestone are iconic on holidays to Rio de Janeiro.
 
The world’s most famous festival, the Rio Carnival, is held every year in February or March. This is undoubtedly the busiest and most expensive time for holidays to Rio de Janeiro, but the Rio Carnival is truly sensational - with spectacular costumes, dancing and samba bands that power the rhythm, whilst everyone parties the night away!
 
Holidays to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil can easily be combined with Iguassu (Iguazu) Falls tours, as these awesome cascades are only a short flight away.
 
Combine your ideas with our expertise and let us help you create a holiday of a lifetime. We offer a wide range of options at different price points, all of which can be tailor made to your needs.
 
For expert advice on holidays to Rio de Janeiro Brazil, Iguassu (Iguazu) Falls tours & Rio Carnival, email or call us on +44 (0)1582 766122 to speak with a specialist travel consultant. Download our Brazil brochure (PDF 0.6 Mb).
 
We also offer specialist Birding Holidays and Wheelchair Accessible Holidays.
 
We have been arranging holidays to Rio de Janeiro Brazil, Iguassu (Iguazu) Falls tours & Rio Carnival trips for over 20 years.
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There are plenty of hotels and some guesthouses in Rio. On holidays to Rio de Janeiro, most people choose to stay around the traditional areas of Ipanema and Copacabana, although Leblon and Santa Teresa are becoming more popular. Santa Teresa is in a residential part of Rio and, whilst a little away from the beaches, it has plenty of character with its cobbled streets, independent shops, excellent restaurants, bars and an old tramway.
 
A few roads inland from the beach at Ipanema are shopping malls, hotels and informal eateries of all shapes and sizes. Further along towards Leblon, the restaurants, hotels and shops become more sophisticated. Rio has a huge array of places to eat, ranging from local churrascarias where waiters serve meat on skewers, to high quality Sushi bars and fantastic, fresh Brazilian seafood restaurants.
 
The Rio Carnival is an exciting time to be in Rio, although it's very busy and prices are high. Carnival date changes every year, but it is traditionally held in February or March and culminates in all the Samba Schools dancing the night away in the specially designed Sambadrome. It’s possible to watch a samba rehearsal, see how the costumes are made or even take part in a lesson. On holidays to Rio de Janeiro during the Rio Carnival you can enjoy samba displays, the friendly 'cariocas' (residents of Rio) and party, party, party!
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Argentina + Brazil: Buenos Aires + Iguazu Falls + Rio
Argentina and Brazil Holidays to Buenos Aires Iguazu Falls Rio de Janeiro
10 NIGHTS FROM:
$1,793
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ARA8B
• Tigre Delta
• Iguazu Falls
• Copacabana Beach
• Rio de Janeiro
• City Tour & Tango Show
• Christ the Redeemer Statue
• Holidays to Buenos Aires
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Argentina and Brazil Holidays
• Corcovado Mountain

Our Argentina and Brazil holidays allow you to combine the highlights of these two wonderful countries. Our holidays to Buenos Aires allow you to enjoy the tango & gaucho culture and some of the best food & wine in the world. Then fly to the mighty Iguazu Falls, with its many adventure activities, & vibrant Rio de Janeiro. English speaking guides, transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Brazil Highlights Tour: Rio de Janeiro + Iguassu Falls
Brazil Tour Rio De Janeiro Iguassu Falls Iguazu Buzios Copacabana Beach
7 NIGHTS FROM:
$1,670
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JYA7Rs
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Copacabana Beach
• Tour: Rio de Janeiro & Iguassu Falls
• Iguassu Falls, Iguazu
• Devils Throat, Argentina
• Metropolitan Cathedral
• Corcovado + Christ Statue
• Emerald Coast
• Buzios Beach extension
• Brazil Tour, Rio de Janeiro

This Brazil Tour will introduce you to a spectacularly beautiful country. In Rio de Janeiro take two cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain, and ascend Corcovado Mountain by cograil to visit the giant statue of Christ The Redeemer that overlooks the city & famous Copacabana Beach. Also visit the mighty Iguassu Falls and Puerto Iguazu. Afterwards you can add an optional extension to Buzios beach or the charming colonial town of Paraty. All specified sightseeing included, but not flights. Departs monthly. Min 2/max 16.

Argentina + Brazil: Buenos Aires + Iguazu Falls + Rio
Argentina and Brazil Holidays to Buenos Aires Iguazu Falls Rio de Janeiro
10 NIGHTS FROM:
$1,793
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ARA8B
• Tigre Delta
• Iguazu Falls
• Copacabana Beach
• Rio de Janeiro
• City Tour & Tango Show
• Christ the Redeemer Statue
• Holidays to Buenos Aires
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Argentina and Brazil Holidays
• Corcovado Mountain

Our Argentina and Brazil holidays allow you to combine the highlights of these two wonderful countries. Our holidays to Buenos Aires allow you to enjoy the tango & gaucho culture and some of the best food & wine in the world. Then fly to the mighty Iguazu Falls, with its many adventure activities, & vibrant Rio de Janeiro. English speaking guides, transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Brazil: Rio de Janeiro + Iguassu Falls + Paraty
Holiday Rio De Janeiro Iguazu Falls Paraty Brazil Vacation Tailor made
10 NIGHTS FROM:
$2,149
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRA10R
• Iguazu Falls
• City Tour
• Brazil Vacation Tailor Made
• Paraty Beach
• Christ the Redeemer Statue
• Corcovado Mountain
• Holiday, Rio de Janeiro
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Selaron Steps
• Emerald Coast

This holiday to Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls & Paraty in Brazil explores the highlights of this vibrant country. Ascend Sugarloaf Mountain by cablecar for panoramic views of Copacabana Beach & view the statue of Christ the Redeemer. Visit Iguazu Falls then relax in pretty colonial Paraty, with diving nearby (or Buzios beach, if preferred). This vacation can be tailor made. All transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Brazil: Salvador + Iguassu + Rio de Janeiro + Buzios Beach
Rio de Janeiro Salvador Iguassu Falls Brazil Buzios Holidays Vacations
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$2,723
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRS12S
• São Francisco Church
• Iguassu Falls, Brazil
• Brazil Holiday
• Buzios Holidays & Vacations
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Rio de Janiero
• Salvador
• Ipanema & Leblon
• Christ the Redeemer
• Copacabana Beach

Combine beautiful Rio de Janeiro, cultural Salvador & the mighty Iguassu Falls, Brazil on this exciting holiday, before relaxing on trendy Buzios beach. All our holidays & vacations can be tailoed to your needs, eg in Salvador enjoy a guided tour of colourful Pelourinho Square, with its rich Afro-Brazilian culture, and in Rio climb the Selaron Steps. All transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Brazil: Rio Carnival + Iguassu Falls
Rio Carnival Holidays Packages Tours 2024 Dates Tickets Flights Brazil
8 NIGHTS FROM:
$2,747
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRB8I
• Iguazu Falls, Brazil
• Corcovado Mountain
• Rio Carnival tickets
• Rio De Janeiro
• Rio Carnival Holidays Packages
• Sambadrome Stadium
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Christ the Redeemer Statue
• 2023 Dates, Tickets & Flights, Brazil
• Rio Carnival Packages & Tours

Experience all the thrills of the Rio Carnival – the largest and most exciting festival in the world, considered the 'Greatest Show on Earth'. Our Rio Carnival holidays, packages & tours can be tailor made to your needs, so contact us about 2023 dates, tickets & flights to Brazil. The Rio Carnival is held 7 weeks before Easter each year. Also visit the mighty Iguassu Falls, one of the most famous in the world.

Highlights of Chile + Argentina + Brazil
Chile Argentina Brazil Holidays Santiago Atacama Buenos Aires Iguazu Rio de Janeiro
14 NIGHTS FROM:
$3,106
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
CRI14S
• Sugarloaf Mountain & Christ statue
• Tango Show
• El Tatio Geysers
• Rio de Janeriro, Brazil
• Atacama Salt Flats
• Iguazu Falls
• Chile, Argentina & Brazil Holidays
• Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Moon Valley
• Holidays: Santiago, Chile

Combine Chile, Argentina & Brazil holidays on this wonderful three countries itinerary. After exploring Santiago, visit the impressive salt flats & geysers of the Atacama in Chile, before flying to sophisticated Buenos Aires in Argentina. View both sides of the thundering Iguazu Falls, before completing your holiday in beautiful Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. All transfers & specified sightseeing with English guides included.

Brazil: Olinda + Fernando de Noronha + Rio de Janeiro
Holiday Snorkelling Scuba Diving Fernando De Noronha Brazil Olinda Rio
10 NIGHTS FROM:
$3,106
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRT10O
• Sea Turtles,
• Holiday to Brazil
• Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
• Snorkelling
• Holiday, Snorkelling, Scuba Diving
• Rio de Janeiro
• Olinda
• Rays, Dolphins & Reef Sharks
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Scuba Diving

On this fabulous beach holiday you can enjoy swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving & fishing on the spectacular island of Fernando De Noronha in Brazil. With arguably the best beaches in the country, here you can hope to see colourful tropical fish, sea turtles, dolphins, rays, reef sharks and more. Also visit the colonial town of Olinda on the mainland & exciting Rio de Janeiro. All transfers included.

Peru + Brazil: Machu Picchu + Iguassu + Rio de Janeiro
Peru and Brazil Holidays Tours Lima Cusco Machu Picchu Iguassu Rio de Janeiro
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$3,106
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRI12L
• Machu Picchu
• Cusco
• Christ the Redeemer Statue
• Sacred Valley. Peru
• Iguassu Falls, Brazil
• Corcovado Mountain
• Lima
• Peru and Brazil Holidays & Tours
• Rio de Janeiro
• Sugarloaf Mountain

With direct flights linking them, our Peru and Brazil holidays and guided private tours combine the highlights of these two fascinating countries. Starting in Brazil, explore the mighty Iguassu Falls and vibrant Rio de Janiero. Then fly to colonial Cusco & take a scenic train ride through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to the breathtaking citadel at Machu Picchu. End with a city tour of Lima. All transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Brazil: Iguassu + Amazon Riverboat + Rio de Janeiro
Amazon River Boat Cruise Brazil Manaus Meeting Of Waters Holiday Vacation
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$3,465
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRK12I
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Meeting of Waters Holiday
• Iguassu Falls, Brazil
• Statue of Christ
• Amazon River Boat Cruise
• Explore by Canoe & Boat
• Tour to Devils Throat
• Copacabana Beach
• Rio de Janeiro Holiday
• Manaus Vacation

This Amazon River Boat Cruise explores the highlights of Brazil, including visiting the Iguassu Falls & vibrant Rio de Janeiro, before flying to Manaus to embark on a fascinating journey up the Amazon River on the Tucano riverboat, exploring by boat & canoe (with 4-nt & 6-nt cruise options). Also see the unique 'Meeting of Waters' on this holiday. All transfers & specified vacation sightseeing included.

Falkland Islands + Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Wildlife Holidays To Falklands Islands Flights Sao Paulo Brazil Rio De Janeiro
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$3,585
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ARU12S
• Sugarloaf & Corcovado
• Holidays Falklands Islands
• Penguins & Birds
• Elephant Seals
• Flights Sao Paulo Brazil
• Carcass Island
• Port Stanley
• Wildlife Holidays to Falklands Islands
• Sea Lion Island
• Rio De Janeiro

Our remarkable wildlife holidays to Falklands Islands, combined with flights from Sao Paulo, Brazil allow you to experience the spectacular birds & marine life of these far-flung islands near Antarctica, as well as beautiful Rio De Janeiro. Explore Port Stanley and view sea birds & huge colonies of penguins & sea lions on Carcass and Sea Lion islands. All transfers & light aircraft flights included.

Brazil: Iguassu + Rio + Amazon + Salvador + Beach
Tailor Made Holidays Meeting of the Waters Manaus Amazon Brazil Rio
14 NIGHTS FROM:
$3,589
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRR16I
• Praia do Forte
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Salvador
• Manaus
• Christ Statue & Copacabana
• Amazon, Brazil
• Tailor Made Holidays, Brazil
• Rio de Janiero
• Iguassu Falls
• Meeting of the Waters

Our tailor made holidays can take you to the mighty Iguassu Falls, vibrant Rio &  the Meeting of the Waters at the confluence of the Negro & Amazon Rivers near Manuas in the Amazon of Brazil. Experience the wildlife & birds of this large wilderness & visit Salvador, before relaxing on unspoiled Praia do Forte beach in Bahia. All transfers & specified sightseeing included.

Peru + Argentina + Brazil - 3 Countries
Holidays Peru Argentina Brazil Machu Picchu Buenos Aires Iguazu Rio de Janeiro
16 NIGHTS FROM:
$4,184
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRH16L
• Lima, Peru
• Machu Picchu
• Copacabana Beach
• Tango Show& Gauchos
• Sacred Valley
• Cusco
• Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Holidays Peru, Argentina, Brazil
• Iguazu Falls

Our holidays to Peru, Argentina & Brazil explore the highlights of these 3 fascinating countries. Visit Cusco and Machu Picchu in Peru, then fly to sophisticated Buenos Aires, which has some of the best food & wine in the world, & the thundering Iguazu Falls in Argentina. Then relax in the exciting city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, with its iconic Sugarloaf Mountain & Copacabana Beach. All transfers included.

Argentina: Buenos Aires + Ibera Wetlands + Iguazu + Rio
Holiday Argentina Brazil Ibera Wetlands Birding Horse Riding Iguazu Rio
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$4,776
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
ARF12B
• Iguazu Falls
• Rio de Janeiro
• Christ the Redeemer
• Buenos Aires
• City Tour & Tango Show
• Holiday: Argentina & Brazil
• Ibera Wetlands
• Horse Riding
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Birding & Wildlife

This wildlife holiday combines Argentina and Brazil, starting in the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires with its tango culture before travelling to the Ibera Wetlands - ideal for birding and horse riding. Also visit the rainforests of the mighty Iguazu Falls before completing your holiday in spectacular Rio de Janeiro. All transfers & specified wildlife activities included.

Brazil: Iguassu + Pantanal + Rio de Janeiro
Holiday Iguassa Falls Brazil Rio Pantanal Jaguars Birding Horse Riding
12 NIGHTS FROM:
$5,141
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRC12I
• Copacabana & Ipanema Beaches
• Porto Jofre Jaguars
• Horse Riding
• Paraty or Buzios Beach extension
• Birding & Guided Walks
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Rio de Janiero
• Christ the Redeemer Statue
• Holiday Iguassu Falls, Brazil
• Pantanal Wetlands

Explore the best of Brazil, starting your holiday at the thundering Iguassu Falls then enjoy the wildlife of the unspoilt Pantanal wetlands. Here you can search for majestic jaguars along the Cuiba River at Porto Jofre, as well as enjoying birding, fishing or horse riding. Then relax in the beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro, with an optional extension to colonial Paraty or Buzios beach. All specified transfers, activities & sightseeing included.

4 Countries: Peru + Chile + Argentina + Brazil
Holiday Peru Chile Argentina Brazil Machu Picchu Patagonia Rio De Janeiro Iguazu
20 NIGHTS FROM:
$5,740
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRJ21L
• Holiday: Peru, Chile, Argentina & Brazil
• Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Cusco
• Santiago, Chile
• Lima, Peru
• Christ Statute & Sugarloaf
• Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Patagonia
• Machu Picchu
• Iguazu Falls

Enquire about this fascinating holiday that combines the highlights of 4 of the most visited countries in South America: Peru, Chile, Argentina & Brazil. Visit Lima, the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu & Cusco in Peru; Santiago & spectacular Patagonia in Chile; exciting Buenos Aires & the Iguza Falls in Argentina, ending in the vibrant city of Rio De Janeiro in Brazil - all tailor made to your needs.

Brazil: Iguassu + Pantanal (3-centre) + Rio
Pantanal Wildlife Holiday Brazil Jaguar Safari Porto Jofre Iguazu Rio
14 NIGHTS FROM:
$5,859
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRD14I
• Rio De Janiero
• Copacabana Beach
• Jaguar Safari
• Christ the Redeemer
• Birding
• Iguazu Falls
• Porto Jofre
• Wildlife Holiday, Brazil
• Pantanal Wildlife Holiday
• Sugarloaf Mountain

This 3-centre Pantanal wildlife holiday to Brazil explores the largest tropical wetland in the world, including a thrilling jaguar safari travelling by boat along the rivers of Porto Jofre. Also visit the thundering Iguassu (Iguazu) Falls & cosmopolitan Rio de Janeiro. All specified transfers, wildlife activities, park fees & transfers included. Specialist birding guides on request (supplement payable).

Brazil: Iguassu + Pantanal + Amazon + Rio
Wildlife Photography Holidays Brazil Jaguars Pantanal Amazon Iguazu Rio
14 NIGHTS FROM:
$5,979
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRE14I
• Rainforest Wildlife & Birds
• Iguazu Falls
• Jaguars Habituation, Caiman Lodge
• Amazon Basin
• Pantanal Wetlands
• Copacabana & Ipanema Beaches
• Rio de Janiero
• Wildlife Photography Holidays, Brazil
• Game Drives
• Holidays, Brazil Jaguars

If you love wildlife photography, our holidays to Brazil can be tailor made to your needs, including a safari to view jaguars in the vast Pantanal Wetlands, where you can search for jaguars and other wetland wildlife. Also visit the rainforests of the Amazon Basin & the thundering Iguazu Falls, before completing your holiday relaxing in Rio. All transfers included.

Brazil: Iguassu + Pantanal + Amazon Riverboat + Rio
Brazil Wildlife Holiday Amazon Houseboat Pantanal Wetlands Jaguars Rio
17 NIGHTS FROM:
$5,979
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRG17I
• Bird Watching
• Pantanal Wetlands
• Anavilhanas Archipelago
• Brazil Wildlife Holiday
• Jaguars on Cuiba River
• Wilidlife Viewing
• Manuas
• Rio de Janeiro
• Amazon Houseboat
• Meeting of the Waters

This wonderful Brazil wildlife holiday combines a stay on an Amazon Houseboat, where you can see the phenomenon of the 'Meeting of the Waters', with a safari in the amazing Pantanal Wetlands, where you can search for Jaguars along the Cuiaba River, and the beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro. All transfers, park fees & wildlife activities included.

Brazil: Iguassu + Pantanal + Amazon + Rio
Wildlife Holiday Brazil Jaguars Pantanal Amazon Birding Meeting of Waters
14 NIGHTS FROM:
$6,338
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
JRF16I
• Christ the Redeemer
• Meeting of Waters
• Porto Jofre waterways
• Wildlife Holiday, Brazil
• Rio de Janiero
• Amazon Basin
• Birding
• Manaus
• Sugarloaf Mountain
• Jaguars, Pantanal

This incredible wildlife holiday to Brazil combines the jaguars, giant river otters, tapirs, caimans & other wildlife of the Pantanal wetlands, with the dense jungle of the Amazon Basin, with some of the best birding in the world. At Manaus you can see the phenomenon of the 'Meeting of Waters'. Then relax in cosmopolitan Rio de Janeiro. All wildlife activities, transfers & park fees included.

Peru + Brazil: Arequipa + Cusco + Amazon + Iguassu + Rio
Peru Brazil Holidays Tours Arequipa Colca Lake Titicaca Machu Picchu Amazon Rio
23 NIGHTS FROM:
$6,338
Per person sharing
Scheduled flights quoted separately
PRK23L
• Lake Titicaca
• Tours of Arequipa
• Lima
• Iguassu Falls
• Peru & Brazil Holidays, Tours
• Colca Canyon
• Amazon Basin
• Cusco
• Machu Picchu
• Rio de Janeiro

Our Peru & Brazil holidays & tours explore in-depth the Inca treasures & cultures of Peru, travelling from Arequipa to the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco & Machu Picchu. Then fly to the Amazon to experience its rainforest wildlife, before continuing to the thundering Iguassu Falls in Brazil. End your holiday relaxing on stunning Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro. All transfers & sightseeing with English speaking guides included.