Top Southeast Brazil Day Trips

Discover the paradise in Angra dos Reis and Grand Island! Prepare to live an unforgettable day exploring two of Brazil’s most paradisiacal destinations! Located on the stunning Costa Verde, Angra dos Reis and Isla Grande offer a nature spectacle, where the crystal blue sea meets the lush green of the Atlantic forest. What you will enjoy on this tour: Comfortable transportation, expert Guide and delicious lunch included An amazing boat ride through the most stunning islands and beaches in the region Unavoidable stops: ✨ Blue Lagoon, with crystal clear waters perfect for diving ✨ Beach of Cataguases, a haven of peace and beauty ✨ Parish of Santana, charm and tranquility by the sea ✨ Japariz Beach, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch with paradise views Between colorful coral reefs, rich marine life and postcard scenery, each stop is an invitation to swim, relax, photograph and live unique moments.

This complete tour to the paradisiacal beaches of Trindade explores several beaches and a natural saltwater pool a few kilometers from historic Paraty. Taken in vans or minibuses with guides specialized in history, ecology and caiçara culture and takes you to the village of Trindade, about 40 minutes by car from Paraty. Visit Praia do Cepilho and Praia dos Ranchos, enjoy a swim at Praia do Meio and take a 30-minute walk along a preserved trail in the Atlantic Forest to the Caixa d'Aço natural pool You can also rent a boat at Praia do Meio to take you directly to and from the natural pool. This service is paid in local currency directly to the operator After visiting the natural pool, there is an optional stop for lunch at a typical seafood restaurant facing the sea. This tour offers a combination of natural beauty, cultural learning, and opportunities for relaxation and adventure.

Visit the islands of Angra do Reis aboard a boat on this excursion from Rio de Janeiro. Relax as the boat sails through the deep blue waters and you watch the vibrant green of the Atlantic forest pass by on the shoreline. Get a chance to interact with some local dolphins and participate in water sports (own expense). Disembark on some of the small islands to explore the beaches, shop the open-air markets for local handicrafts and sidle up to one of the beach bars for a drink. Lunch on board the boat and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels are included.

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing day on the beach. Visit the town of Santos and take a streetcar tour to see the historical landmarks. Spend the rest of the day relaxing at various beaches in the area and the beautiful viewpoints. Head back to your hotel in Sao Paulo after a day of fun in the sun.

The Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour has daily departures from Rio de Janeiro and includes a boat trip that lasts approximately 4 hours and has 3 stops for bathing, including the famous Blue Lagoon. Lunch is held on Ilha de Japariz or Ilha das Flexas, in a rustic restaurant, by the beach, with simple but tasty food.

Named after the last Emperor of Brazil, Pedro II, Petrópolis was the favored summer residence for Brazil’s emperors and elites in the 19th-century. A great way to delve deeper into Brazil’s history, this full-day group tour from Rio offers visitors the chance to discover this fascinating city for themselves, with guided sightseeing trips of the old imperial palace—which is now a museum—and many other historical sights, including a behind-the-scenes tour of Brazil’s first brewery.

The tour to Arraial do Cabo is one of our most popular tour options. Located at the end of the stretch of the Lagos Region, the city of Arraial do Cabo is also known as the "Brazilian Caribbean" due to its crystalline waters and the strong presence of marine life. Our tour, which departs daily, offers transport with air conditioning, a tour of the beaches and lunch at an all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant. Come and discover the most beautiful paradisiacal beaches in Rio de Janeiro.

Official tour guides, driving brand new cars and speaking your language, visiting Christ the Redeemer, Santa Teresa and Selaron steps. Our company works with private transfers and tours since 2012. Our team is very flexible. You can spend more time in one attraction or skip one that you dont want to visit. As the driver/vehicles stays with you for 5 hours, you can include attractions on the way that are interesting for you. The price is per vehicle and we can fit 4 passengers from your group. For example, if you dont want to stop in Santa Tereza, but preffer to stay longer visitng the Statue, we can do it. Please give us a chance to serve you!

Maximize your time on shore with this full-day Santos city tour from Santos Seaport. A great way to explore the city sights and stories with a local guide, this small-group tour offers all the benefits of a shore excursion without the stress of being in a big group. It also means you'll have the chance to see more, like Porchat Island, the Botanical Gardens, Mount Serrat, the Pelé Museum, and the Coffee Museum.

Enjoy a flexible, fully customized way to experience Rio de Janeiro—and opt to visit the sights that interest you most—on this private, full-day sightseeing tour. Traveling aboard a private vehicle makes getting around seamless. Choose to stop at major landmarks including Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and the Selaron Steps (admission tickets own expense). You can also explore the historic city center, visit Tijuca Forest, or discover bohemian Santa Teresa.

Discover the best that Rio de Janeiro has to offer without the hassle of following a group tour on this full-day sightseeing tour. With a private guide, visit the most important attractions of the city including Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, and Selaron Steps. While you explore, your guide provides information about the history of each sight as well as bits of Brazilian culture.

Hello, adventure lovers! If you are ready to discover the charms of São Miguel, in the Azores, you are in the right place. Get ready for a fascinating journey that will reveal the secrets of the famous Pineapple of the Azores, with the opportunity to taste our local liqueur and jam. And that's just the beginning! Don't miss the chance to contemplate the beauty of the volcano in Lagoa do Fogo, recognized as one of the 7 Wonders of Portugal in 2012. Indulge in the majestic Lagoa das Sete Cidades and a traditional Portuguese lunch. Our service includes round-trip transportation to your hotel, ensuring complete comfort. Don't waste any more time! The magic of São Miguel awaits you. Book now and join this unique adventure!

Swap the bustle of Rio de Janeiro for the tropical beauty of Arraial do Cabo, known by locals as the Brazilian Caribbean, on a full-day tour that takes care of transfers, activities, meals, and guides so you don’t have to. Letting someone else drive allows you to sit back and soak up the scenery, while stops to swim in crystal-clear waters increase your chances of spotting wildlife.

Get to know the major attractions of Santos with an overview provided by your own dedicated guide. The full-day itinerary, accommodating up to 14 passengers, includes both the beachfront and the historic downtown area. The guide personalizes the tour according to your interests and provides historical, cultural, political, and economic context you might not otherwise learn. Hotel transport is offered in the city of São Paulo, just over an hour away.

Sometimes called the "Switzerland of Brazil," the town of Campos do Jordão, near São Paulo, offers chalet-style architecture and German and Swiss cuisine. This full-day tour includes hotel pickup and lets you explore the history, architecture, and handicrafts in this enclave of Swiss culture, with a short hike and a waterfall visit.

Explore Sao Paolo with a dedicated guide on this comprehensive, full-day tour from Santos. All private round-trip transportation is provided, which means there's no need to rent a car; you can just enjoy the scenery on the way there and back. Your guide will lead your private party through a carefully-curated itinerary designed to ensure you don't miss a thing.

Discover Rio de Janeiro your own way on this private tour that is exclusively for you and your chosen companions and can be customized to suit your interests. Let your private guide know what interests you and they will create a tailor made itinerary to ensure that you get the best out of the "marvelous city."

Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

Visit the small town of Campos do Jordão on a day trip from São Paulo. This amazing little area is one of the highest cities of Brazil and is decorated with German architecture. Spend the day exploring the town with a range of activities including sightseeing, hiking, and people watching. Enjoy private round-trip transportation from your hotel in São Paulo to Campos do Jordão.

With your ticket at Morro da Urca, you visit and have access to the Praça dos Bondes - which displays the two previous generations of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car and the life-size bronze sculptures of those responsible for the creation and implementation of each one - Augusto Ferreira Ramos and Christopher Leite de Castro and; Cocuruto - a place that tells the story of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car, inaugurated over 100 years ago, with exhibitions of images, projections, machinery and objects that marked the trajectory of the 1st Brazilian cable car and the oldest in operation in the world. At some times of the year, the space hosts temporary exhibitions. The park has preferential access, lift platform, adapted toilets and ramps, making tourism accessible for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.

Discover Aparecida, Brazil's religious tourism hub, on a small-group tour unveiling its history, miracles, and landmarks. Convenient round-trip transportation from Sao Paulo ensures seamless navigation of the itinerary, bypassing the limitations of public transportation. Enjoy unhurried visits to Porto Itaguacu, the Old Church, and the Cathedral Basilica of the National Sanctuary of Our Lady of Aparecida. Your guide provides insightful commentary at each location, offering a deeper understanding beyond the typical guidebook.

Get a taste of local life on a full-day trip to the blissful beaches and charming monuments of Buzios from Rio de Janeiro. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to Buzios, a coastal city famed for its traditional culture and pristine shores, while listening to enriching commentary from your expert guide. On arrival, absorb the quaint charm of Buzios’ cobbled streets on a relaxed wander and then take a boat tour to the tranquil islands surrounding the city, stopping intermittently to plunge into the crystal clear water of the Atlantic Ocean.

On this picturesque beach crawl, you’ll hop a private speedboat to discover some of the most tantalizing spots along the Brazilian coast. Visit the paradisical island of Ilha Grande where you can swim, snorkel, and sunbathe. Visit wild beaches, snorkel in the Blue Lagoon, have lunch at a romantic seaside restaurant (at your own expense), and more. Tours include hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.