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From Rio to Trancoso, iconic landscapes and exceptional places to stay
Four iconic destinations, some of the most beautiful hotels in the country and fully private services: Rio de Janeiro, Iguazu Falls from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides, then Salvador and the culture of Bahia.
The trip ends in Trancoso, on the Bahia coast, with several free days to enjoy the beaches, the village atmosphere and the comfort of UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa.
Trip at a glance
- The Belmond Copacabana Palace, the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, the Fasano Salvador and UXUA Casa.
- Rio de Janeiro: Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and the Botanical Garden.
- Iguazu Falls from both sides of the border, with the Parque das Aves.
- Salvador: the Pelourinho, Bonfim and the São Joaquim market.
- Four nights in Trancoso for a relaxed finish.
With Brazil Vip
An itinerary built with you, at your own pace and within your budget.
Bookings and logistics handled from start to finish.
Assistance 7 days a week during your trip.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro
You are met by our English-speaking guide and taken by private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Included: accommodation, private airport–hotel transfer with English-speaking guide.
Day 2 — Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and the Botanical Garden
Rio de Janeiro
Cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain, then on to Corcovado for Christ the Redeemer and one of the finest views of the city.
A walk through the Botanical Garden, one of Rio’s great green spaces, home to a wealth of Brazilian and foreign species.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private tours with English-speaking guide, entrance fees for Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain.
Day 3 — Free day in Rio
Rio de Janeiro
Beaches, neighborhoods, restaurants: enjoy Rio at your own pace, or add an excursion of your choice.
Included: accommodation with breakfast.
Day 4 — Flight to Iguazu
Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu
Free morning, then flight to Foz do Iguaçu. You are met by our English-speaking guide and transferred to your hotel.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, Rio de Janeiro – Foz do Iguaçu flight, private transfers with English-speaking guide.
Day 5 — The Argentine side of the falls and the Parque das Aves
Puerto Iguazú (Argentina), Foz do Iguaçu
Cross the border to Iguazú National Park, where the walkways lead into the heart of the falls, as far as the Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat) when the trails are open. An optional boat ride to the foot of the falls is available.
Back on the Brazilian side for the Parque das Aves, a conservation center in the heart of the Atlantic Forest.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private tours with English-speaking guide, entrance fees for the Argentine park and the Parque das Aves.
Day 6 — The Brazilian side of the falls, then Salvador
Foz do Iguaçu, Salvador
The Trilha das Cataratas offers a panoramic view of the entire falls, ending at the walkway facing the Garganta do Diabo.
Flight to Salvador, meet-and-greet and private transfer to your hotel.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private tour with English-speaking guide, park entrance fee, Foz do Iguaçu – Salvador flight, private transfers.
Day 7 — Salvador, Upper Town and Lower Town
Salvador
On foot through the UNESCO-listed Pelourinho, with the Church of São Francisco, then the Bonfim Church, the São Joaquim market and the Lacerda Elevator.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, private tours with English-speaking guide.
Day 8 — On to Trancoso
Salvador, Porto Seguro, Trancoso
Flight to Porto Seguro, then private transfer to Trancoso and check-in at UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa. The rest of the day is free.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, Salvador – Porto Seguro flight, private transfers.
Days 9 to 11 — Beaches, relaxation and the easy pace of life
Trancoso
A historic village on the Bahia coast, Trancoso charms with its laid-back atmosphere, its beaches fringed with greenery and its Quadrado, a large square lined with colorful houses, restaurants and boutiques.
Enjoy the hotel and the beaches, or arrange other experiences in the area to suit your interests.
Included: accommodation with breakfast.
Day 12 — Back to Salvador
Trancoso, Porto Seguro, Salvador
Transfer to Porto Seguro airport and flight to Salvador. Meet-and-greet, private transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day free.
Included: accommodation with breakfast, Porto Seguro – Salvador flight, private transfers.
Day 13 — Departure from Salvador
Salvador
Private transfer to Salvador airport for your international flight. End of our services.
Included: breakfast, private hotel–airport transfer.
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Included in this price
- 12 nights in luxury hotels, in a double room, with breakfast, including 4 nights at UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa.
- Domestic flights Rio de Janeiro – Foz do Iguaçu, Foz do Iguaçu – Salvador and Salvador – Porto Seguro round trip, taxes included.
- All transfers in the itinerary by private vehicle.
- All tours in the itinerary on a private basis, with an English-speaking guide.
- Entrance fees for Corcovado, Sugarloaf Mountain, the Iguazu Falls parks and the Parque das Aves.
Not included
- International flights (we can advise you).
- Meals and drinks not mentioned.
- Optional excursions, spa treatments and experiences in Trancoso.
- Boat ride to the foot of the falls and other optional activities.
- Tips, personal expenses and travel insurance.
Nothing is set in stone: every step can be adjusted with our team.
A helicopter flight over Rio, a few nights in Fernando de Noronha or a stop in the Amazon: we tailor the trip with you.
Customize this tourSuggested accommodation
Hotels are indicative. We confirm them when we prepare your quote, based on your dates and availability, and they may be replaced by properties of an equivalent category. We can also tailor the choice of hotels to your preferences and budget.
Luxury / Unique
- Belmond Copacabana Palace — Rio de Janeiro
- Belmond Hotel das Cataratas — Foz do Iguaçu
- Hotel Fasano — Salvador
- UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa — Trancoso
What to pack
- Lightweight clothing, plus a few dressier outfits for the evenings.
- Comfortable shoes for sightseeing, sandals and a swimsuit.
- A light rain jacket for the falls.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat or cap.
Good to know
The hotels listed are the selection planned for this package. They may be replaced by properties of an equivalent category, depending on your preferences and availability.
Visiting the Argentine side of the falls means crossing a border: a valid passport is essential, and entry requirements depend on your nationality.
The days in Trancoso are free. Excursions, spa treatments and dining experiences are only included if they are added to your itinerary.
The order of visits may be adjusted depending on flight schedules, the weather and local conditions.
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