Brazil with a seaside holiday from Vilnius on 14 SOLD OUT

** ISTANBUL HOTEL ACCOMMODATION IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR LONG LAYOVERS (MORE THAN 12 HOURS), BREAKFAST AT THE ISTANBUL HOTEL IS AVAILABLE IF THE AIRPORT TRANSFER IS NOT EARLY (I.E. AFTER 8AM).
1 day

- Arrival at Vilnius Airport.
- Check-in.
- Flight Vilnius - Istanbul (~20:25-23:30)
- Transfer from Istanbul Airport to the hotel.
- Check-in.
- In the evening, we offer a sightseeing tour of Istanbul on request (additional charge of €35/person, depending on flight time).
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

The tour will take you to the Old Town, to the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque), the Ancient Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace (visual tour). We will take a stroll around Taksim Square and Istanbul Tea - Istiklal Street, where there are many shops, cafes, restaurants, street musicians and souvenir vendors. You can walk for a long time here, soaking up the atmosphere of Istanbul.

Day 2

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check-out from the hotel.
- Going to the airport.
- Check-in.
- Flight Istanbul-São Paulo (~10:45-17:55).
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
- Check-in.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Sightseeing tour of São Paulo.
- Free time after the tour.
- We're on our way to Rio de Janeiro.
- We arrive in Rio de Janeiro.
- Check-in.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

São Paulo is the cultural capital of Brazil. A city nestled in the rainforest. São Paulo's architecture uniquely combines ancient cathedrals and buildings with state-of-the-art skyscrapers made of glass and concrete. During the bus tour we will visit Batman's Corner (São Paulo is the capital of graffiti and Batman's Corner is simply the most popular place for street artists), the Municipal Theatre, the Cathedral and also the city's main street, Avenida Paulista. We'll visit St Benedict's Monastery, the observation deck overlooking the city.

Free time, possibility to have lunch (average price 7-15 USD), then take a bus to Rio de Janeiro. Along the way, you will enjoy the wonderful views with a guide's fascinating stories about the country and the city.

Day 4

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Rio de Janeiro tour (Part I).
- Free time after the tour.
- We return to the hotel.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Rio de Janeiro is the heart of Brazil and has rightly long been considered the beauty capital and tourism hub of South America. "God created the world in six days, and on the seventh day he created Rio de Janeiro" is how Brazilians refer to their home city. During the sightseeing bus tour we will see the statues of Christ the Redeemer on the Corcovado Mountain (710 m), ascend to the statues by cable car through the Tijuca Forest, one of the largest urban forests in the world (additional fee 24 €/person, PAID BY ANNUAL). Next, we will see the Olympic Murad, one of the largest graffiti in the world. We'll pass by all the city's picturesque beaches (Flamengo, Botafogo and others), stopping at the legendary Maracana Stadium, the mecca of Brazilian football. Then we'll visit the Sambadrome, where Rio hosts street processions, parades and Brazil's famous carnivals. During the tour we will have free time to have lunch (average lunch price 7-15 USD) and buy souvenirs.

Day 5

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Rio de Janeiro tour (Part II).
- Free time after the tour.
- We return to the hotel.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

During the tour, we will take a cable car to the top of the Sugar Loaf Mountain (additional fee 24 €/person), where we will learn about the founding of Rio de Janeiro. The Sugar Loaf (Pão de Açúcar) is a 396 m high mountain that rises above Guanabara Bay. From the top of the hill, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the seascape and the golden sands, as well as the famous statue of Christ. Next, we'll head to Rio's historic centre, where we'll explore the city's main sites: the Cathedral, the 15th of November Square, the Celaron Staircase - home to the world-famous Chilean artist Jorge Celaron - and the colourful tiles and mosaics. Then we'll admire the Arch of Lapa, the first imperial palace and the Monastery of St Benedict. During the tour you will have free time for lunch (average price for lunch is 7-15 USD).

Day 6

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free day.
- In the evening, we go on a sightseeing tour "Rio de Janeiro West".
- We return to the hotel.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Exploring western Rio, we'll see the city's most famous sunset from Cape Arpoador, as well as corners of Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. You'll learn about Rio's legends and haunted houses, and visit the most traditional samba place, Pedra do Sal, where Rio's inhabitants dance, sing and celebrate the national culture, inviting tourists to try the local drink, the kaiperinha.

Day 7

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free day.
- For those who wish, we offer a sightseeing trip to Petropolis (extra charge 45 €/person).
- Free time after the tour.
- We return to the hotel.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Petrópolis is named after Emperor Pedro II, who ruled Brazil until the end of the monarchy in 1889.The Emperor liked to spend the hot summer months in a cooler mountainous area like Petrópolis. You will visit the former summer residence of Emperor Pedro II and tour the Kitandinja estate.

During the sightseeing tour, we will see the neo-Gothic Cathedral of Sao Pedro de Alcantara from the outside, stopping at the house where Brazil's most famous aeronautical engineer Santos Diumont lived and worked, and the house of the "7 mistakes". As well as many other architectural monuments and sights of the city.

Free time, lunch available (average lunch price is USD 7-15).

Day 8

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check-out from the hotel.
- We go to Buzios ~200 km.
- Check-in.
- Relaxation (Atlantic coast).
- Overnight at the hotel.

The resort of Buzios is surrounded by 17 beaches. It was once a simple little fishing village until 1960, when it was "discovered" by the famous French actress Brigitte Bardot, who came to relax with her Brazilian boyfriend... Nowadays, Buzios is one of the most famous resorts in Brazil. It's full of cute little shops, chic restaurants, villas, bars and posh pousadas. With its cosy cobbled streets and immaculate ocean views, Buzias is like a Brazilian St Tropez.

Day 9

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free day by the sea.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Free day by the sea.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Day 11

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check-out from the hotel.
- We're on our way to Niteroi.
- City tour.
- Free time after the tour.
- Going to the hotel (transit).
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

The city boasts many attractions and natural wonders. We'll visit the local fish market and enjoy the views of the bay. We will visit the current military fort of Santa Cruz, which has protected Rio de Janeiro since the 17th century. We will see the Museum of Modern Art, built by the architect Oscar Niemeyer as a flying saucer. We will also pass the famous bridge connecting Rio and Niteroi, the largest reinforced concrete structure in the southern hemisphere, 13 km long.

Day 12

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check-out from the hotel.
- We're on our way to São Paulo.
- We will stop for lunch (extra charge 7-15 USD).
- We're on our way to a transit hotel.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Day 13

- Check out from the hotel at night/early morning.
- Going to the airport.
- Check-in.
- Flight São Paulo - Istanbul (~04:05-22:40).
- We arrive in Istanbul.
- We head to the hotel.
- Check-in.
- Recreation.
- Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14

- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Check-out from the hotel.
- Going to the airport.
- Check-in.
- Flight Istanbul-Vilnius (~07:50-10:50).

ADDITIONALLY AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
Fixed seat on the bus 15€
If you are travelling alone, there will be an extra charge per room. 300€
4* hotel accommodation from €250
BY OFFENSE
Transfer from Vilnius/Kaunas/Panevėžys to Riga Airport and back
PAID AT THE TIME OF TRAVEL
Entrance tickets to attractions.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour leader (who accompanies you throughout the trip) and the guide provide information in Russian!
Please check the "Departures" section of our website 1-2 days before the start of your trip for the exact departure time and location
The tour leader can change the course of the programme
The tour is organised on scheduled flights, so the organiser may cancel the booking or offer a surcharge due to the cost of air tickets. If the traveller does not accept the surcharge, the money will be refunded.
Whether or not you have free time depends on the absence of unforeseen situations, traffic congestion and other deviations from your schedule
"Ryanair and Wizz Air do not seat passengers next to each other for free. There is a charge for this service, please ask your manager for the cost of this service

INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE
Vilnius - São Paulo - Vilnius with 1 change in Istanbul (Turkish Airlines)
Checked baggage 2 pieces up to 23 kg
Hand luggage up to 8 kg (1 piece)
2 nights' accommodation at a 4* hotel in Istanbul with breakfast (double rooms)
7 nights in a 3* hotel in Brazil with breakfast (double occupancy)
1 night in a 3* hotel in Brazil (transit) with breakfast (double rooms)
3 nights in a 3* Guest House in Brazil with breakfast (double occupancy)
Transfer services
Tour manager services
Arranging travel documents

TOUR AND TRANSFER PACKAGE € 399
Rio de Janeiro tour (Part I)
Transfer services
Rio de Janeiro tour (Part II)
São Paulo tour
Excursion to Niteroi
Evening tour of Rio de Janeiro

ADDITIONAL EXCURSIONS (PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF TRAVEL)
Excursion to Petropolis 45€
Transfer to Istanbul city centre 25€
Evening sightseeing tour of Istanbul 35€