Brazil 12-Day Tours & Itineraries

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Jaguar sightings are common near Porto Jofre, Brazil
Map of Wildlife Tour in Brazil's Pantanal Region - 12 Days
Wildlife Tour in Brazil's Pantanal Region - 12 Days

Experience Brazil's beautiful flora and fauna in the Pantanal—the world's largest tropical wetland region—during this exciting 12-day tour. First, fly into the city of Cuiabá and transfer to your lodge, where you'll spot wildlife as you enjoy nature walks and boat rides. Then transfer to Porto Jofre to spend some time looking for jaguars on a speedboat safari. Next, enjoy horseback riding and more nature excursions before returning to Cuiabá for some free time before departure.

Spend a night in Barra Grande, a Brazilian fishing village that's known for kitesurfing
Map of Ultimate Tour of Coastal Brazil: Salvador to Jericoacoara - 12 Days
Ultimate Tour of Coastal Brazil: Salvador to Jericoacoara - 12 Days

Explore the gorgeous views and cultural opportunities of Brazil's eastern coastline on this 12-day adventure. Start in the colonial city of Salvador, where you'll see the sites on a walking tour, enjoy a cooking demonstration, and check out a folklore dance performance. Then visit another historic city, São Luis, before heading to Barreirinhas for an incredible national park and boat tour. From here, you'll have time to relax in the cool beach towns of Barra Grande and Jericoacoara before heading home.

Spend four nights canoeing and hiking in the Amazon at a rainforest lodge
Map of Nature & Culture in Brazil: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu & the Amazon - 12 Days
Nature & Culture in Brazil: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu & the Amazon - 12 Days

With 12 days to spare, you can get a diverse taste of Brazil's highlights as you hop between cities, waterfalls, and rainforests. Ride a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain and see local life in a Rio favela, then fly to Foz do Iguaçu to explore one of the greatest waterfall systems on Earth with a combination of hiking, boating, and helicopter excursions. After a taste of history in colonial Manaus, set off into the Amazon for four nights surrounded by incredible nature and wildlife in a rainforest lodge.

Colorful houses in a Rio de Janeiro favela
Map of Brazil City & Rainforest Adventure - 12 Days
Brazil City & Rainforest Adventure - 12 Days

See two sides of Brazil on this 12-day trip that covers both urban and rainforest highlights. Start in Rio to hop a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain, visit a favela, and join a raucous samba circle. Fly north to Manaus next, where you'll set off into the Amazon to spend three nights in a remote rainforest lodge. It's back to the big city as your adventure winds down in São Paulo—getting to know the sprawling metropolis' vibrant street art, bustling markets, and historic landmarks.

Aerial View of Brazil's Paraty Bay, home to isolated beaches and crystal clear waters
Map of Brazil City to Coast Tour: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Paraty & Ilha Grande - 12 Days
Brazil City to Coast Tour: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Paraty & Ilha Grande - 12 Days

Enjoy Brazil's stunning coastlines and spectacular waterfalls on this 12-day trip full of captivating beauty. Start in Rio to discover the spirit of Carnival in Samba City and see beaches and mountains from above by hang glider. Discover some of the 275 waterfalls of Foz do Iguaçu as you explore its mist-laden boardwalks, then head for the coast to stroll Paraty's colonial streets and take a scenic boat ride. Finally, escape to the quiet shores of Ilha Grande to enjoy its unspoiled beaches and forest hiking.

Finish the trip with plenty of free time on Bahia's coast in Itacaré
Map of Outdoor Tour of Brazil's Bahia State: Salvador, Lençóis & Itacaré - 12 Days
Outdoor Tour of Brazil's Bahia State: Salvador, Lençóis & Itacaré - 12 Days

Soak up the sun in Bahia on this 12-day trip to some of the state's best landmarks and natural landscapes. Discover the capital, Salvador, on tours of the city's churches, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods. Then, head inland to Lençóis, your gateway to the lush Chapada Diamantina National Park. Explore the park's caves, waterfalls, and ancient petroglyphs before returning to the coast in Itacaré. Here, you'll relax on beaches, tour a chocolate factory, and paddleboard through a mangrove tunnel.

Explore Ilha Grande's pristine beaches and hidden gems
Map of Discover Brazil's Colorful Cities, Waterfalls & Beaches - 12 Days
Discover Brazil's Colorful Cities, Waterfalls & Beaches - 12 Days

Combine Brazil's most photogenic cities and tropical landscapes on this 12-day trip, starting in Rio de Janeiro. Here, you'll take a beach tour, dance to samba music, hike up Two Brothers Mountain, and hang glide over the seaside city. Next is an exciting visit to the Argentine and Brazilian sides of Iguaçu Falls. Then, spend one day exploring Salvador's colonial landmarks, followed by a day trip to Cachoeira. Your last stop is Ilha Grande for a relaxing beach-hopping boat tour and hike to Pico do Papagaio.

Spend nine days trekking up, around, and down Mount Roraima
Map of Brazil's Multi-Day Trekking Tour of Mount Roraima - 12 Days
Brazil's Multi-Day Trekking Tour of Mount Roraima - 12 Days

Pack your hiking gear and hit the trails for a nine-day guided trek up, across, and down Mount Roraima, situated at the junction of Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela. Start with a relaxing day in Brazil's Boa Vista, then transfer to Paraitepuy in Venezuela for the trek. Pass dense rainforests, crystal-clear rivers, and some of the world's oldest rock formations until you reach the summit, where landmarks like the Crystal Valley and Lake Gladys await. Return to Boa Vista and finish the adventure with a Brazilian feast.

Enjoy a mix of Indigenous culture, boat tours, and beach time in Alter do Chão
Map of Best of Brazil's Hidden Gems from Belém to Manaus - 12 Days
Best of Brazil's Hidden Gems from Belém to Manaus - 12 Days

On this 12-day tour to some of Brazil's best-hidden gems, immerse yourself in the country's rich culture and pristine natural landscapes. Visit landmarks like Mercado Ver-o-Peso in Belém and enjoy a day trip to Ilha do Combú to learn how to make your own chocolate bar. Spend a day on the beach in Santarém, then head to Alter do Chão, where plenty of boat tours and a visit to the Jamaraquá community await. End your adventure in colorful Manaus where you'll get a taste of the Amazon.

Finish the trip in Rio de Janeiro where you'll ride a cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain
Map of Explore Brazil's Foz do Iguaçu, Manaus & Rio de Janeiro - 12 Days
Explore Brazil's Foz do Iguaçu, Manaus & Rio de Janeiro - 12 Days

Get ready for 12 days exploring three captivating destinations in Brazil. The adventure starts in Puerto Iguazú, where you'll discover both the Argentine and Brazilian sides of Iguaçu National Park on foot and a boat tour. Then, catch a flight to Manaus, the gateway to the Amazon. Learn valuable survival skills in the jungle and cruise along the Rio Negro before heading to your final destination, Rio de Janeiro. Admire the views, take day trips to Petrópolis and the "Brazilian Caribbean," and learn how to surf.

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