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Northern Brazil Express
9 days, Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza
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This quick nine-day tour of northern Brazil hits loads of highlights north of Rio. Samba dance and sip caipirinhas beside the turquoise waters of the Atlantic coast, discover the gorgeous old buildings of Salvador, Bahia, and find out once and for all why Rio's so famous for its nightlife. The tour maximizes time by including two short flights to skip long, overnight bus rides. Hop on board and see Brazil north of Rio.
9 days
Rio de Janeiro to Fortaleza
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There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Trip Code: SZRF
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 14
Age requirement: 18-39
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Itinerary
Day 1Rio de Janeiro
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Rio de Janeiro/Salvador
Fly up the coast to the capital of Bahia and enjoy an orientation walk around the Pelourinho or old city centre complete with brightly painted colonial buildings.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 3Salvador
Enjoy free time to explore town. Hit the beach, take a capoeira lesson, or learn how to samba.
Day 4Salvador/Fortaleza
Cover the long distance with another flight to the vibrant city of Fortaleza. Enjoy an orientation walk upon arrival.
Day 5Fortaleza/Jericoacoara
Spend the day travelling further north past beaches and sand dunes to reach Jericoacoara, a tranquil slice of beachside paradise.
Day 6Jericoacoara
Enjoy a few free days and opt to take a dunebuggy tour across the sand, go surfing or relax in a hammock over the sea.
Day 7Jericoacoara
Explore the small town, take a stroll along the endless beach and watch windsurfers ride the waves. Opt to take a surf lesson, rent a stand up paddle board or soak up the sun.
Day 8Jericoacoara/Fortaleza
Transfer back to Fortaleza and after leaving behind the chill town of Jeri enjoy the hustle and nightlife of the city.
Day 9Fortaleza
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Orientation walks in Salvador and Fortaleza
- Beach time in Jericoacoara
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hostels/hotels (8 nts).
Meals
1 breakfast
Allow USD410-535 for meals not included.
Transportation
Plane, taxis, public bus, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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