Flight to Rio de Janeiro.

Upon arrival, transfer to Copacabana. Check-in at the hotel and breakfast. Free time to become acquainted with the city. Welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Windsor Plaza Hotel 4* (B-D)

Visit to Corcovado Mountain by coach and train to reach the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the New Seven Wonders of the Modern World, and enjoy exceptional views over Rio de Janeiro. Continue to the hillside district of Santa Teresa. Discovery of its bohemian atmosphere, cobblestone streets, colourful colonial houses and art galleries. Return to the hotel. Evening at leisure. (B)

Exploration of Centro, Rio de Janeiro’s historic downtown district. Visit to the Municipal Theatre, the National Museum of Fine Arts at Cinelândia Square, Colombo Confectionery, Largo da Carioca Square, Saint Sebastian Metropolitan Cathedral, Praça XV and Paço Imperial, Travessa do Comércio and Arco do Teles, as well as Candelária Church and São Bento Monastery dating back to the 17th century. Continue to Sugarloaf Mountain. Cable car ascent to the 396m summit for spectacular 360-degree views over the city. Return to the hotel. Evening at leisure. (B)

Day dedicated to Cidade do Samba. Immersion into the production site of the world’s largest carnival. Observation of float and costume workshops. Visit to samba schools, including Grande Rio, winner of the 2022 Carnival. Samba initiation, costume fitting and welcome caipirinha tasting. Return to the hotel. Evening at leisure. (B)

Transfer to the airport and flight to Foz do Iguaçu. Guided tour of the Brazilian side of the falls, featuring spectacular panoramic views along 1200m of walkways overlooking the falls and Devil’s Throat. Transfer to the hotel. Evening at leisure. Viale Cataratas Hotel 4* (B)

Excursion to the Argentine side of the falls. Train ride through Iguazu National Park and discovery of its three main trails: Devil’s Throat Circuit, Upper Circuit and Lower Circuit. Free time for lunch at one of the restaurants in the park. Remainder of the day at leisure. (B)

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Rio de Janeiro. Afternoon at leisure and transfer to the hotel in Copacabana. Windsor Plaza Hotel 4* (B)

Drive to the town of Paraty. Walking tour of the historic centre featuring its colonial charm and rich heritage. Stroll through cobblestone streets lined with historic homes, centuries-old churches and artisan workshops. Visit to landmark sites including the House of Culture, local art studios, and the churches of Our Lady of Remedies, Our Lady of Sorrows, Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Rita of Cascia. Opportunity to taste artisanal cachaças and liqueurs in traditional cachaça houses. Transfer to the hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. Pousada do Príncipe Hotel 3* (B)

Private boat excursion to discover Paraty’s most renowned beaches and islands. Bar and restaurant available on board. Cruise including Praia Vermelha, Ilha Comprida, Lagoa Azul and Praia da Lula. Return to the hotel. (B)

Jeep excursion into the Serra da Bocaina, a remarkable natural area of mountains, forests and waterfalls. Exploration of the Atlantic Forest and its accessible trails. Stops at major waterfalls with crystal-clear waters, including Pedra Branca Waterfall, Tarzan’s Well and Toboggan Waterfall. Visit to a traditional distillery showcasing the production of artisanal cachaça, a heritage dating back to the 18th century. Return to the hotel. Free time. (B)

Transfer to Angra dos Reis followed by a boat crossing to Ilha Grande. Boat excursion to Praia do Pouso, followed by a hike to Lopes Mendes Beach, renowned for its pristine sands. Free time for lunch and to enjoy the beach before returning to the hotel. Pousada Recreio da Praia Hotel 3* (B)

Boat excursion departing from Cais da Vila do Abraão to discover some of Ilha Grande’s most beautiful sites. Stops at Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde, ideal for snorkelling, followed by Maguariquessaba Beach with the option to enjoy lunch in a peaceful setting. Visit to Praia do Amor and Feiticeira Beach, with an opportunity to swim in its freshwater stream. Return to the hotel. (B)

Day at leisure to enjoy Ilha Grande. Optional beach time, hike to Pico do Papagaio, or excursion to Praia dos Rios and the famous ruins of a former prison. (B)

Ferry crossing to Angra dos Reis followed by a transfer to the hotel in Rio de Janeiro for the final night in Brazil. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Windsor Plaza Hotel 4* (B-D)

Transfer to the airport and return flight to Montreal. (B)