Rio De Janeiro & Sao Paulo Vacation Packages

Rio’s sunny days, warm nights and miles of perfect, sandy beaches, along with Sao Paulo’s top-notch nightlife and impressive art scenes, make for an undeniably unique getaway.

Explore Rio De Janeiro & Sao Paulo

A land of incredible diversity, Brazil boasts breathtaking landscapes. Its second-largest city, Rio de Janeiro, is the perfect place to take it all in. Bordering the South Atlantic, this vibrant destination offers historic sites, sparkling beaches and a lush terrain — ideal for exploring. Add a bustling city, upbeat samba sounds and the zest of authentic South American cuisine, and Rio de Janeiro will keep you coming back for more.

A megalopolis that occupies more than 3,000 square miles, Sao Paulo’s endless strings of skyscrapers make up the city’s impressive skyline. Here, you’ll find a wide range of experiences — from some of the best dining and nightlife in the world to fabulous shopping.

Standing on the highest point of Corcovado Mountain, Christ the Redeemer statue overlooks Sugarloaf Mountain and the city of Rio de Janeiro.

Located at the foot of Corcovado Mountain, Lage Park boasts artistically designed gardens and a palazzo built by Brazilian entrepreneur Henrique Lage.

Connecting the cities of Rio de Janeiro and Niteroi is the longest concrete bridge in the Southern Hemisphere, and the sixth longest in the world.

Corcovado Mountain Slide 1 of 3: Standing on the highest point of Corcovado Mountain, Christ the Redeemer statue overlooks Sugarloaf Mountain and the city of Rio de Janeiro.
Lage Park Slide 2 of 3: Located at the foot of Corcovado Mountain, Lage Park boasts artistically designed gardens and a palazzo built by Brazilian entrepreneur Henrique Lage.
Rio-Niteroi Bridge Slide 3 of 3: Connecting the cities of Rio de Janeiro and Niteroi is the longest concrete bridge in the Southern Hemisphere, and the sixth longest in the world.

Delta Vacations Expert Recommendation

From lush backdrops to scenic historic sites, make memories in Brazil with a 7-day stay. Visit between April and June or September and November for pleasant weather and smaller crowds, and elevate your getaway with a Delta Vacations tour, bolded below:

Family:

Stay: Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort for unbeatable beachfront views paired with all-star amenities and services.

Must See: Christ the Redeemer Statue, Rio's renowned landmark, on a Corcovado Excursion with Christ Redeemer Statue Tour or the wondrous Tijuca Rainforest in an open jeep on a Rainforest Jeep Tour.

Don’t Miss: Scouting Parque Lage, Rio’s public park and the historic Cathedral of Brasília.

Do Try: Fresh coconut water, available from local vendor stands.

Adults/Couples

Stay: Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, a timeless hideaway in the heart of a buzzing city.

Must See: Breathtaking views from a cable car on your way to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain on a Sugar Loaf with Panoramic City Tour or the Copacabana Beach Boardwalk for more than two miles of restaurants, cafes and excitement.

Don’t Miss: Hiking Pedra do Telegrafo for picture-perfect sights or traversing the lush Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro.

Do Try: Enjoying dinner at Santa Teresa’s hillside Brazilian restaurant, Aprazivel.

This is just a taste of all you can see, do and try in Rio. Go ahead, start booking a vacation that fits your style perfectly with the freedom to choose from great hotels and exciting tours.

Whether you are a family, couple or friends vacationing together, check out more info below or call our vacation experts at 1-800-800-1504 for assistance and tips!

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Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo Activities

Two of the most thrilling attractions in Rio de Janeiro are the beautiful Sugarloaf Mountain, where you’ll have the opportunity to ride a cable car to the top for panoramic views, and the 125-foot-tall statue of Christ the Redeemer. Overlooking the city and the surrounding area, the iconic statue can be reached by cog train to Corcovado Mountain. Here, 2,400 feet high, you will experience breathtaking views of one of the world’s most beautiful cities.

Take a scenic drive, or walk through downtown Rio. You’ll pass the Sambodrome, the 250-foot-tall Metropolitan Cathedral and other landmarks, such as Cinelandia Square, the Municipal Theater, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts. Take in a samba show, or for some fun in the sun, head to the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema.

If spotting wildlife is your thing, plan to visit the Tijuca National Park. This remarkable, tropical rain forest at the edge of the city is home to monkeys, sloths, a wide variety of birds and butterflies. We offer exciting tours you can add to your package like a rain forest jeep tour.

Shopping

For shopaholics, Rio is home to some of the world’s most famous fashion brands and stylish furnishings, as well as markets that sell everything from antiques to handicrafts.

Dining & Drinks

For foodies, the wide variety of mouth-watering food includes family establishments, steak houses, buffet restaurants, old taverns and fine dining. For traditional Brazilian cuisine that’s rooted in African, American and European traditions, try meat centric churrascaria (traditional barbecue), hearty feijoada (stewed beans in pork or beef gravy) and Brazil’s national cocktail, the tangy caipirinha (sugarcane hard liquor).

Getting to Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo

Delta Vacations packages include round-trip airfare aboard Delta to Rio de Janeiro-Galeao International Airport (GIG) or Sao Paulo International Airport (GRU). Round-trip transfers between the airport and your hotel are available for purchase. We also offer tours you can add to your package, such as a rain forest Jeep tour and a Corcovado excursion.