MYSTERY Holidays™
Rio de Janeiro
Gold Level Destination
Duration: 7 nights
A chance on Rio de Janeiro
You’ll be shimmying like the finest sequin-clad dancers at Rio’s famed carnival if you manage to lay claim to a mystery holiday to this South American city of marvels.
Owning one of the finest cityscapes of any in the world, you’ll want to get yourself ready for seven nights of evocative sights, sounds and of course, samba!
Feel the spirit of Rio de Janeiro – Brazil’s most exciting destination – deep in your bones with a full week of combining museum visits with people watching on Ipanema Beach and favela tours with a moment standing beside the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer.
If you’re unclear about exactly how a mystery holiday comes into being you can click here. Then continue your exploration of what Rio de Janeiro can offer by scrolling down!
What to expect from a mystery holiday in Rio de Janeiro
With a succession of famous sights which often leads to the mistaken belief that Rio de Janeiro is the Brazilian capital, Rio is a city boasting unmissable heritage, extraordinary cityside beaches and equally sublime natural landscapes.
Attractions range from the city’s tranquil botanic gardens to the Museum of Tomorrow. But to truly understand Rio you need to hit the streets, whether that’s spending time making your way through Brazil’s menu of local dishes, dancing the night away in the Lapa and Pedra do Sol neighbourhoods or jumping aboard the cable car for the sky-high ride to Sugarloaf Mountain.
No visit to Rio is complete without enjoying the sands of Copacabana or Ipanema beaches either. These stretches of sand are as much a part of the city as the Christ the Redeemer statue or Selarón Steps and used by the city’s rich and poor alike.
Good to know before you go to Rio de Janeiro
The city’s bus network can be difficult to get to grips with, since routes aren’t widely advertised and schedules don’t really exist. On the plus side, the metro system built for the 2016 summer Olympics is trustworthy and easy to use.
Watch out for public and religious holidays. They take place a lot more frequently than they do in the UK, and see many businesses close for the day. Don’t let the unexpected closures upset your holiday plans!
Rio is a big, loud city that it can be hard to get your head around. Linking up with a local is a great way to get to know the city better and discover those hidden gems that just might make your trip.
Why book with us?
because waiting is boring
No vouchers to buy and no redemption hoops to jump through. We are a real-time booking service—just pick your dates and get ready to go.
because clear pricing is cool
The price you see is the price you pay. We don’t hide weekend supplements or extra regional airport charges in the fine print.
because YOU CALL THE SHOTS
You stay in control of your schedule. Pick your exact travel dates and your preferred airport before you pay. No guessing and no surprises.