Excursion tour "Parade of Carnival Champions in Rio de Janeiro"

Breakfast in the hotel. Excursion to Sugar Loaf (4 hours). The first stop will be on Mount Urca, which has a wide observation deck. On Sugarloaf Mountain itself there is a smaller platform, but it offers a beautiful view of Rio, Copacabana beach, the bay, surrounding mountains, islands in the ocean, the bridge to the city of Niteroi, and the statue of Christ. Then you will go to the central areas of old Rio, where you will admire several ancient churches, monasteries, the main Cathedral of the city, as well as buildings built in the colonial style. We advise you to have a good rest and prepare for the Carnival (Parade of Champions). In the evening, a fantastic, grandiose action awaits you - the long-awaited Carnival! From the hotel we will go to the Sambadrome - a specially equipped venue for the world famous show. Throughout the night, representatives of the most famous Samba schools in Brazil will march in front of you, competing for prizes! The jury evaluates the schools' performances as well as their incredible costumes and moving platforms. It is impossible to describe in words this incredible sight! The grandiose riot of emotions and passions, music and dance, and unbridled fun that reigns around will be remembered for a long time! After the end of the Parade, we will take you back to your hotel to relax after the exciting events.

After breakfast, excursion to Mount Corcovado to the statue of Christ (4 hours). Arrive at the station where the outdoor, eco-friendly train takes off and heads through the jungle to the top of Corcovado Hill. There are breathtaking views of the Tijuca forest on both sides of the railway. At the top of Corcovado Hill, at an altitude of 710 m above sea level, rises the symbol of Rio - the statue of Christ the Redeemer (38 m), which was erected in 1931. The observation deck offers a breathtaking panorama of the metropolis and its surroundings: the bridge in Niteroi, Guanabara Bay, the Botanical Garden, the world's largest Maracana stadium, Sugar Loaf and much more. We recommend that you watch the sunset and applaud the performance of the setting sun on the stones of Arpoador. Climb onto the rocks, sit down, relax and enjoy the spectacle of nature. And in the evening we recommend that you try seafood delicacies at the seafood restaurant Marius ($130 p/p).

Breakfast in the hotel. Free day for independent walks or optional excursions: Botanical Garden The Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. It was founded by the Portuguese King Joao VI in 1808, immediately after his arrival from Portugal. And on any day - this green oasis of peace and quiet. All alleys are lined with centuries-old palm trees; there is an amazing collection of subtropical and tropical plants from all over the world. Some of the plant specimens present here are endangered species. And in the lake, the Royal Giant Lilies (Lago das Vitórias Régias) attract the eye. On the alleys leading to the pond you can meet monkeys. In total, the garden contains 5,000 varieties of plants from all over the world. The Botanical Garden is rightfully considered one of the most picturesque corners of Rio de Janeiro. Duration of the excursion: 4 hours Trip to tropical islands Early in the morning you will go to the Anrga dos Reis region (about 3 hours from Rio). There you will find a boat trip through tropical islands! You will see unique landscapes and luxurious beaches. You can often see frolicking dolphins, giant fish, parrots, turtles and poisonous stingrays. At sea, the schooner stops so that those who wish can swim. And on the island there is a magnificent lunch buffet. Walking around the island, swimming in the bay or in the pool - time flew by! Duration of the excursion: 8 hours Rio at Night: Mulatto Show You will spend an unforgettable night in Rio! Accompanied by a guide, you will go from the hotel to watch a show full of fiery Brazilian dances: samba and capoeira performed by very slender and beautiful mulattoes. During the show you will be able to order dinner. After the end of the guided show, you will return to your hotel. Duration: 4 hours Royal Petropolis Petropolis is a city located in the mountains at a distance of 60 km from Rio de Janeiro. King Pedro II bought land here in 1830 and built a summer palace to bring here his sick daughter, who was harmed by the hot climate of Rio de Janeiro. The famous Imperial Palace was built in 1862 and now houses a museum, but the interior of the Palace has been preserved. The royal palace has preserved a lot of antique furniture and household items of the royal family, which are now on display in the museum. Jewelry is also stored here, for example, a golden crown decorated with diamonds and pearls. You will visit the Gothic Cathedral, where Princess Isabel, King Pedro II and his wife are buried, and then head to the Royal Museum. And European architects built many buildings here, excellent examples of German architecture. Duration: 6 hours Helicopter flight over Rio from $150 (we recommend booking a flight for $250 per person for 9/10 minutes with a flight around Jesus, the price already includes transfer, min 4 people you will be dropped off with other clients) A helicopter flight gives you the opportunity fully enjoy the beautiful views: the blue ocean, mountains overgrown with tropical greenery, snow-white beaches, yachts and the whole city: the statue of Christ the Savior, the Botanical Garden, the lake, Niemeyer Avenue, the beaches of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Sugar Loaf. Duration from 10 to 30 minutes. We recommend that you eat the famous Brazilian meat at the Fogo de Chao restaurant overlooking Sugar Mountain ($75 p/p)

Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Rio de Janeiro Airport. Check-in for an international flight.