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Overview

Meeting point:

Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG)

Category :

Location

Brazil

Group size

From 2 to

or solo

Accommodation

Arena Leme Rio · Vivaz Cataratas · Vila Galé Salvador · Pousada Casa do Forte

Difficulty

Medium

You’ll need to be fit and capable of hiking for up to 7-9 hours a day

Presentation

Rio skylines, Iguazu spray on your skin, Salvador drum circles and Costa do Sauipe turquoise shallows: the Brazil Highlights tour samples four distinct regions in twelve days / eleven nights. Lucas and Anna coordinates private guides, hotels and transfers; Travel Differently confirms which domestic flights you book and keeps one dossier from quote to airport send-off.

Who thrives here

Couples and friends wanting Brazil's greatest hits in one private itinerary.
Waterfall lovers ready for Devil's Throat spray and the Great Adventure boat.
Culture seekers drawn to Pelourinho's pastel lanes and Afro-Brazilian rhythms.
Beach finishers who want a resort buffer before the long flight home.

How this differs from Rio, Paraty & Ilha Grande

The Rio Paraty Ilha Grande tour stays on the Costa Verde by road and ferry with no domestic flights. This Brazil Highlights arc adds Iguazu Falls, Salvador and four nights on Costa do Sauipe. Choose coast-and-island immersion (1437) or waterfall-to-beach breadth (1438).

Domestic flights

Rio–Iguaçu–Salvador legs are not included in the indicative land package. Domestic flight windows are quoted separately (often from around $730 USD per person at net rates on your dossier). Travel Differently helps align international and domestic tickets so connections stay realistic.

Twelve-day arc — stages

Stage	Nights	Focus
Rio de Janeiro	3 nights	Sugar Loaf, Corcovado, beach promenade
Foz do Iguaçu	2 nights	Brazilian falls walkways, Great Adventure boat
Salvador de Bahia	2 nights	Pelourinho UNESCO, Afro-Brazilian culture
Costa do Sauipe	4 nights	North-east beach resort, relaxation finale

Indicative pricing

From $4,200 USD per person (groups of 9–12). Smaller parties from $5,600 USD per person. Domestic flights quoted separately. Full grid in Prices or request a tailor-made quote.

Public indicative rates per person (twin/double). Your signed Travel Differently quote confirms hotels, flights and final total.

Why book with Travel Differently

Ground operations run through Lucas and Anna with English-speaking guides on excursions. Travel Differently aligns your international flights, lists inclusions clearly and follows how Travel Differently travels.

Browse regional notes on our Brazil destination guide before you pack. Other South America journeys live in the immersive travel catalogue.

Season and pacing

May through September suits Iguazu spray without extreme heat and keeps Salvador evenings comfortable before you unwind on Costa do Sauipe. The itinerary keeps three nights in Rio and four nights at the beach so you recover between flights. We flag hurricane-season shifts on the north-east coast when you request dates.

Hotels shift from urban Arena Leme to resort rhythm at Costa do Sauipe: we explain dress codes, meal plans and optional spa bookings before you fly.

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Rio arrival

Welcome to Brazil. Private airport transfer to Arena Leme (or equivalent 4* beach hotel). Time to relax. Rio spreads along Guanabara Bay: Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon promenades invite barefoot walks and coconut water stops.

Evening free. Your coordinator on the ground confirms tomorrow's pickup time.

Sugar Loaf city tour

Half-day excursion to Sugar Loaf: cable car to Urca, summit panoramas over the bay, Niterói bridge and Corcovado. Continue by car through colonial downtown churches and Candelaria district.

Tip: Domestic Rio–Iguazu–Salvador tickets sit outside the land package; confirm windows before you book long-haul.

Optional lunch at a neighbourhood restaurant tasting moqueca or grilled picanha (not included unless quoted). Duration about four hours with English-speaking guide.

Corcovado Christ the Redeemer

Morning cog train through Tijuca rainforest to Corcovado. At 700 m, face the Christ the Redeemer statue for sweeping views of Maracanã, Sugar Loaf and Atlantic islands.

Afternoon at leisure: beach, surf rental or samba bar in Lapa (evening activity optional, not included).

Flight to Iguazu

Breakfast, transfer to Rio airport for your domestic flight to Foz do Iguaçu (flight booked separately on your dossier, often quoted from around $730 USD per person net).

Arrival and hotel check-in near the falls. Evening briefing on tomorrow's spray-heavy adventure.

Brazilian falls and Great Adventure

Full day on the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls: walkways above hundreds of cascades, culminating at Devil's Throat (Garganta do Diabo) platform.

Tip: The Great Adventure boat soaks you through. Pack a dry bag for phones and a change of clothes.

Great Adventure combo: jungle truck through Iguazu National Park, speedboat into the falls (you will get wet). Visit Parque das Aves to walk among toucans and macaws in huge aviaries. Return to hotel for well-earned rest.

Flight to Salvador

Breakfast, airport transfer and domestic flight to Salvador de Bahia. Driver meets you for hotel transfer in the Barra or Pelourinho area.

Salvador carries the African soul of Brazil: capoeira circles, acarajé street food and Candomblé heritage colour everyday streets.

Salvador heritage walk

Half-day private tour from the bay mouth to Pelourinho, UNESCO colonial complex. Lacerda Elevator views, São Francisco church golden baroque interior, pastel façades and drumming in Municipal Square.

Afternoon free for museum visits or beach at Porto da Barra. Your guide explains Carnival timing if you travel near February.

Transfer to Costa do Sauipe

After breakfast, private road transfer north to Costa do Sauipe resort coast (roughly two hours). Check-in at Pousada Casa do Forte or equivalent 4* property.

Field note: The Romantic Brazil land package is priced separately from domestic flights (often quoted from around 730 USD per person net on the dossier).

Afternoon pool or beach initiation. All-inclusive resort rhythm begins.

Costa do Sauipe beach days

Three full days to unwind: Atlantic swimming, resort pools, optional spa treatments and beach volleyball. Excursions to Praia do Forte turtle projects or Sauípe river boat trips available locally (optional, not in base package).

Evenings: buffet dining and live music typical of north-east resorts.

More beach buffer

Fourth night on Costa do Sauipe ensures you do not rush the coast. Use the time for photography at sunrise, a final caipirinha or packing before the long journey home.

Travel Differently can shift one beach night to Salvador if you prefer more culture over sand (on quote).

Departure

Breakfast and private transfer to Salvador international airport for your outbound flight (many travellers connect via Rio or São Paulo; your dossier states which airport applies).

End of services.

Practical notes

Domestic flights: Rio–Iguaçu–Salvador legs quoted separately; passport required even on internal tickets.
Great Adventure: bring quick-dry clothes and waterproof phone pouch; lockers available.
Salvador heat: hydrate; Pelourinho walks are on cobblestones (comfortable shoes).
Resort dress: casual beachwear by day, light cover-ups for dining.
Season: May–September drier in south-east and falls region; north-east warm year-round.
Insurance: mandatory for boat and trail segments.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a shared group departure? No. Private guides and transfers for your party; pricing tiers by traveller count.

Are domestic flights included in the from price? No. Flights Rio–Iguaçu–Salvador are extra (often from around $730 USD per person on your quote).

Can I swap beach nights for more Salvador? Yes, on a tailor-made quote before deposit.

How wet is the Great Adventure boat? Very. Expect full soak; dry bags provided for essentials.

Is this itinerary only for couples? No. The Brazil Highlights arc suits friends and families; we avoid honeymoon-only positioning in favour of broad appeal.

How does it differ from Rio Paraty Ilha Grande? The coastal tour skips flights and focuses Paraty plus Ilha Grande. This tour adds falls, Bahia and resort beaches.

Which hotels? Indicative Arena Leme, Vivaz Cataratas, Vila Galé Salvador, Pousada Casa do Forte. Names confirmed on quote.

Do I need a visa for Brazil? Many European passports enjoy visa-free entry for tourism; check current rules before booking. Travel Differently lists entry requirements on your dossier.

Can we skip Costa do Sauipe? Yes. Extra nights in Salvador or another beach town can replace resort nights on a tailor-made quote.

What about travel insurance? Medical and evacuation cover is mandatory before departure; Travel Differently can suggest policies if you ask on the quote form.

Are meals included at the resort? Costa do Sauipe properties often run half-board or all-inclusive plans; your signed quote states exactly which meals are covered each day.

Ready to quote flights and rooming? Request a tailor-made quote.

Included (indicative)

Accommodation in listed or equivalent properties (11 nights): Arena Leme Rio (3n), Vivaz Cataratas (2n), Vila Galé Salvador (2n), Pousada Casa do Forte Costa do Sauipe (4n).
Daily breakfast; resort stays may include additional meals per hotel plan on quote.
Private airport and intercity transfers on land segments.
Private guided tours: Sugar Loaf and Corcovado Rio, Brazilian falls walkways, Great Adventure boat combo, Salvador Pelourinho half-day.
English-speaking guides on excursions unless otherwise noted.

Logistics note

Brazil spans vast distances. Lucas and Anna sequence airport meet-and-greets so you never hunt for taxis after late arrivals. Travel Differently stores your flight references, checks minimum connection times at GIG/IGU/SSA and flags resort check-in hours on Costa do Sauipe. Should a storm delay the Great Adventure boat, the team rebooks the slot without losing your Salvador flight window when possible.

Not included

International flights.
Domestic flights Rio–Iguaçu–Salvador (quoted separately, often from around $730 USD per person net).
Lunches and dinners outside hotel plans; personal expenses and optional tours.
Travel insurance, visas and tips.
Entries or activities not named on your signed Travel Differently quote.

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