Board a day flight from the UK to Rio de Janeiro.
Note: British Airways currently have a daily service between London Heathrow and Rio de Janeiro. There are also connecting flights with Iberia & LATAM via Madrid, KLM via Amsterdam and Air France via Paris. There are also flights via Lisbon with TAP (Air Portugal).
Known as ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’ (Marvellous City), Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil but hands-down the most vibrant.
Famous for Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Christ the Redeemer Statue and the picturesque Sugar Loaf Mountain, its landmarks and vivacious locals make it one of the most electric cities in all of the world.
Your hotel overlooks the iconic Copacabana beach and you’ll find yourself superbly positioned for exploring the city.
During the day you can take a guided tour to the soaring heights of Corcovado where you’ll share unrivalled views with the statue of Christ the Redeemer – international symbol of Rio de Janeiro.
You can also explore the bohemian neighbourhood of Lapa, known for its traditional bars, open-air samba jams and the famous Selarón staircase (a mosaic staircase). It’s also possible to organise a guided visit into the shanty towns on the outskirts the city, or favelas as they’re locally known.
Stay: Three nights at the Belmond Copacabana Palace – Bed & breakfast