Highlights of Brazil: A Family Trip

About This Tour

A sweeping family itinerary from the Bahia coast to the Amazon jungle, Iguazu Falls, and Rio de Janeiro — a genuine tour of Brazil's four faces. Entirely within Brazil — the route runs from Salvador and the Bahia coast to the Amazon rainforest, Iguazu Falls, and finally Rio de Janeiro.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

Arrival

Arrival pickup at Salvador's international airport (SSA).

Day 1 — Salvador

Airport transfer to your hotel.

Day 2 — Historic Salvador

Barra Lighthouse, the Pelourinho district, and the city's churches and museums.

Day 3 — Praia do Forte

Transfer to the beach town of Mata de São João.

Day 4 — Beaches & Sea Turtles

A full day exploring the coast, including the Tamar Sea Turtle Project and Praia de Guarajuba.

Day 5 — Beach Leisure

A free day for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing.

Day 6 — Fly to Manaus

Transfer to the airport, a flight to the Amazon gateway city, and hotel transfer.

Day 7 — Into the Jungle

Transfer to a jungle lodge, with a tree-climbing experience and a night forest walk.

Day 8 — Amazon Skills

Edible forest gardening and wilderness skills, plus participation in the Amazon Jaguar Vision Project.

Day 9 — Waterfall Hike

A rainforest hike to a waterfall more than 10 meters high.

Day 10 — Manaus Culture

A city tour including the Teatro Amazonas opera house and the municipal market.

Day 11 — Fly to Foz do Iguaçu

Arrival and a visit to the Itaipu Dam.

Day 12 — Iguazu Falls

The Brazilian side's walkways, a Macuco Safari rafting trip, and a backstage visit to the Parque das Aves bird park.

Day 13 — Fly to Rio de Janeiro

Transfer to your Rio hotel.

Day 14 — Christ the Redeemer

A downtown history tour and the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car.

Day 15 — Pedra Bonita

A hiking tour to the 696-meter summit, with a free evening in Lapa and Centro.

Day 16 — Departure

Transfer to Galeão Airport.

Departure

The trip ends in Rio de Janeiro, with a transfer to Galeão International Airport (GIG) for departure.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group

A professional, knowledgeable local guide

Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip

Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group

All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included

Meals and snacks

Gratuities for your guide or driver

Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers

Crowded 50+ seat group buses

Fully custom stops, built around you

A fixed script with no flexibility

Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying

Meeting at a fixed public meeting point

Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup

Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — it's built as a family itinerary with a mix of beach downtime, wildlife encounters, and city sightseeing, though the Amazon jungle days involve real hiking and heat, so check the pace suits your kids' ages.

Four domestic flights connect Salvador, Manaus, Foz do Iguaçu, and Rio — all included in the itinerary.

No — every stop, from Salvador to the Amazon to Iguazu to Rio, is within Brazil.

International flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, tips, and meals beyond breakfast (except where noted).

Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.

Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

Request a Quote

Tell us your group size and preferred date — we'll follow up with pricing.

DurationMulti-Day Tour

PickupArrival pickup at Salvador's international airport (SSA).

Group size1 to 25 guests, any vehicle class

ItineraryFully customizable to your group

Direct pricing — no marketplace markup

Free itinerary changes until confirmed

Direct line to your guide and driver

Usually respond within a few hours

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