Top Brazil Culture - page 36

Most people think they can only experience Carnival in February, during the season, but samba schools in Rio start preparing for the festival months beforehand. Join a small group and visit a samba school to see all that goes into the final productions—from the costumes to the choreography to the floats. This is an exciting experience for anyone who wants to learn more about Brazilian culture and Carnival.

Get a taste of Rio de Janeiro’s vibrant culture as you watch a traditional music and dance show in the heart of the city. Watch live performers put on a display of Brazilian rhythms, costumes, and musical numbers that give the audience a taste of the local culture. Learn to samba during a brief workshop, watch skilled capoeira performers, and feel the energy of the city in just a few hours.

Don’t miss the chance to explore the largest Catholic temple in Brazil and the largest cathedral in the world, the Cathedral Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida. Millions of pilgrims from all parts of Brazil visit the shrine every year to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and admire the monumental temple. The shrine is located in the countryside about 3:00 h from the city of Rio de Janeiro accessible by car. In order to welcome approximately 12 million pilgrims every year, the Sanctuary provides its devotees with an area of more than 1.3 million square meters, with about 143 thousand square meters of built-up area filled with a myriad of attractions. The main reason for the visits are religious. Accompanied by a guide, visit the National Shrine, pass by the image of Our Lady Aparecida and exchange glances with her, participate in a Holy Mass, make requests, thank graces received, pay promises, appreciate craftsmanship, majestic forms and stained-glass windows.

The Lakes Region of Rio lies just east of the city and is home to sandy beaches, glittering lagoons, and beautiful coastal scenery. With this 3-day private tour, visit three of the region’s most popular beach resorts: Cabo Frio, Arraial do Cabo, and Buzios. Explore the beaches on a buggy tour, go swimming and snorkeling on an island-hopping cruise, and enjoy plenty of time to shop, relax on the beach, and soak up the nightlife.

Start and end in São Paulo! Discover the city of São Paulo on a 3-day (2-night) tour package perfect for first-time visitors. Our planning put a spotlight on São Paulo hassle-free at an all-inclusive package including introductory day and night tours plus the transfers. This tour also includes accommodation in a centrally-located hotel in São Paulo, which is in a safe and walkable area next to a shopping street full of restaurants, cafés, shops and much more. Our guides and drivers must assist you in the driving, guiding, helping and exploring to accomplish the proposed itinerary and keep you in the pace of the city. Sao Paulo is a city where you can enjoy local art, excellent restaurants, night clubs, museums, parks and theaters, but above all, the unbelievable cultural diversity of its people. Without a doubt, a great choice for you spend some time while in Brazil.

Our São Paulo F1 Grand Prix package is not just about the thrill of the race; it's a complete adventure. We don't merely offer a 3-day event ticket but provide a comprehensive journey designed to exceed your expectations. We facilitate seamless transfers with a dedicated vehicle and driver for 10 hours, ensuring smooth rides from the airport to the Interlagos racetrack and foodie havens. Beyond the race, we showcase São Paulo's iconic urban highlights through a day tour, enhancing your Brazilian experience. We know that managing logistics during such events can be challenged. Yet, we meticulously plan to ensure you're worry-free, letting you fully immerse in the Grand Prix spectacle. With a package that covers transportation, city tour, and event tickets, we promise a seamless and delightful experience. Our bilingual team of coordinators, drivers, and guides are adept at catering to your needs, ensuring a well-orchestrated, punctual service in harmony with the event's rhythm.

Foz do Iguaçu is a special place, not least for its scenery and natural habitats. Visit the Itaipu Dam and learn about this man made engineering wonder, that generates almost a fifth of the energy needed to power the whole of Brazil. From the dam see panoramic views of the structure and its surrounding landscapes, then visit the protected Biological Refuge, where indigenous plants and animals are kept safe from deforestation.

Get a comprehensive overview of Rio de Janeiro during this 8-hour private tour. With a dedicated local guide, hit all the important sites in town, like Corcovado Mountain and Christ the Redeemer Statue, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the famous beaches and the historic downtown area. Customize your itinerary to reflect your interests and enjoy informative commentary and personal attention from your guide along the way. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle that fits up to 4 passengers. Round-trip transportation from your Rio hotel is included.

This short but sight-filled tour of downtown Rio de Janeiro is for travelers who want to see major cultural attractions in the city in one tour. In just a few hours see the baroque Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, visit the Modern Art Museum, climb the tiled Selaron staircase, see the Sambadrome where Rio's Carnival celebrations take place, visit the Maracanã soccer stadium, and experience much, much more.

Make transport to Rio de Janeiro’s Port Zone hassle-free with this full-day admission ticket to the Museum of Tomorrow. Admire the ultra-modern structure with Guanabara Bay as its backdrop, and discover curated exhibitions that explore themes of ecological sustainability on Earth. Vehicles are limited to 15 passengers for this self-guided tour.

The "MAR" promotes a transversal reading of the city's history, its social fabric, its symbolic life, conflicts, contradictions, challenges and social expectations. Its exhibits combine historical and contemporary dimensions of art by means of long and short shows, nationally and internationally. The museum also appears with the mission of inscribing art in public education, through the School of Look. As recommended by UNESCO, MAR has activities that involve collection, registration, research, preservation and return to the community of cultural goods - in the form of exhibitions, catalogs, multi-media and educational programs. With its own collection - already in the process of training through acquisitions and donations corresponding to its agenda - MAR also has loans for works from some of the best public and private collections in Brazil for the execution of its program.

Take to the streets of Fortaleza and discover hidden gems that only the locals know. Follow your guide through neighborhoods to interesting and picturesque places well worth visiting, and hear about their history and stories from the perspective of a local resident. Choose where you’d like to go or the sorts of things you’d like to see and leave the route planning up to your guide.

Avoid the constraints of a large group tour—and have the freedom and flexibility to customize your own sightseeing itinerary—on this private, custom walking tour of São Paulo. After booking, get matched with a local guide, and tell them what you’re interested in so they can design a trip for you. Head to major city landmarks, choose to stroll trendy neighborhoods, and otherwise explore your way.

Explore the capital of the Amazon area in Brazil on this customizable tour. Join a private tour guide for a walk around the city with a local-focused view. Learn about the history of the city, see how locals live in the city and in the Amazon region, and visit landmarks to learn about their historical significance.

Famous for its beautiful beaches and tasty caipirinhas, Rio de Janeiro's rich history can sometimes be overlooked. A walking tour of the downtown is a great way to learn about the country’s development, from the days when a monarchy ruled to the founding of its republic. Visit the places that shaped Brazil, like XV November Square, and see architecture inspired by Brazil’s unique cultural heritage.

Combine visits to the National Library (Biblioteca Nacional) and the National Theater (Teatro Nacional) on this 3-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro. Learn about the history of each building and the role they have played in Rio's vibrant cultural heritage. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from local hotels included.

Experience life like a local when you embark on this half-day city tour of Rio de Janeiro. You’re introduced to three Brazilian favorites—soccer, samba, and shopping—with a guide who is passionate about them all. Visit Maracanã stadium, the Sambadrome, and the Saara shopping district in downtown Rio. A caipirinha is included, with hotel transport provided by air-conditioned minivan.

Welcome to the world of the Gemstones! The Brazilians semi-precious gemstones are worldwide famous for its unique shapes and colors and they have become the best souvenir to bring home. Our shopping tour gives you the opportunity to learn how important they are for our culture and our economy as well as the chance to buy them at affordable prices. We take you to a hidden place that has a wide variety of semi-precious gemstones and hundreds of interesting and creative designs. It is the best place to find something unique for yourself and to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts to give to your friends and family. We have a huge variety of gemstones, rocks, crystals and collectibles that hypnotize even the most avid collector. You may find some of our popular stones, such as the Amethyst, Topaz, Sapphire, Turquoise, Aquamarine, Agate, Onyx, Crystal Quartz, Rose Quartz and Tiger’s Eyeand. Tour guide and roundtrip transfer included.

Take the Corcovado Train to see the Christ the Reedemer and the faster line at the Sugarloaf. We take the Corcovado Train to visit Christ the Redeemer. The train crosses the Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Hill to reach the Christ statue. We can enjoy beautiful views from the top of the Corcovado hill. Then, we go to the Sugarloaf Mountain. We go through the express line. The cable car to the top of the mountain is done in two stages: it starts at the boarding point to the Urca Mountain and then from the Urca Mountain to the top of the Sugarloaf Mountain. We stop for a buffet lunch along the way. We also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Selarón Staircase. We also take pictures outside the Sambadrome and Maracanã Stadium.

We pick you up at your hotel and take you to the biggest Ferris Wheel of Latin America! We enter a booth and stay 88 meters above ground to have a 360° view of the city and see places such as the Guanabara Bay and the Píer Mauá. All of this with the company of our tour guide explaining the importance of each of those places in Rio. After the Ferris Wheel, let’s walk through the Olympic Boulevard and see closely the same places that we had seen from above.

Explore Rio’s bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, famous for being home to several artists, on this half-day tour. Take a guided tour through the streets where you can find local bars, craft shops, artists' workshops, and 20th-century mansions. You also visit Ruinas Park where you can enjoy stunning views of downtown Rio and visit the cultural center.

Visitors wanting to explore the history and culture of Corcovado will enjoy this half-day tour, combining tourist attractions with an authentic experience of the socioeconomic aspects of the city. Visitors will be taken to Christ, The Redeemer, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and then to a favela to explore the lives of locals.

Discover the birthplace of samba on a guided tour to Pedra do Sal, including a samba party. Head to the Saúde neighborhood and learn historical facts about Pedra do Sal, known as “Little Africa.” Then enjoy a “roda de samba,” a street party of samba musicians, with a complimentary caipirinha and dance moves for an engaging evening in Rio.

Enjoy the sightseeing city tour of Cabo Frio. Starting with pickup at the hotels in Búzios at 9 am, we travel by minivan to Cabo Frio. It is a 1-hour drive from Búzios to Cabo Frio. Along the way, the tour guide interacts with the clients and provides information about the cities and more. We arrive in Cabo Frio around 11am and we visit the most famous spots and beaches of the city. We stop at the Shopping Park Lagos for some shopping. Then, we head to the historical center and stop for lunch (drinks and desserts not included). We visit the Saint Benedict Church and the Saint Matheus Fort. We visit the famous Praia do Forte and stop for a swim and relax at the beautiful beach. We continue to our last stop at the Rua dos Biquínis for extra shopping before returning to Búzios around 5pm.