The Atlantic Coast of Brazil: Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty Tour

Experience the finest of Brazil's Atlantic coastline on this ten-day route through three destinations you won't forget. It opens in Rio de Janeiro, where you'll ride the cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain, stand at the foot of Christ the Redeemer, and take the tram through the bohemian lanes of Santa Teresa and Lapa. From there you'll slip away to Ilha Grande, a car-free island of clear water, snorkelling in the Blue Lagoon and rainforest beaches still untouched. The journey closes in Paraty, where you'll wander cobbled streets in one of the best-preserved colonial towns anywhere in the Americas, with a guided walk through its history and a tasting of Brazil's celebrated cachaça. With comfortable hotels, breakfast each morning, private transfers and knowledgeable local support at every stage, it's a well-judged balance of famous landmarks, natural beauty and easy coastal charm.