Dance to the rhythm of this vibrant city
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The moment you arrive in Rio, you feel its energy. With its samba beat, gorgeous beaches and superb scenery, you’ll soon see why in Brazil it’s called the Marvellous City. And there are many more marvels for you to enjoy, such as the spectacular view from Corcovado Mountain or sipping a caipirinha on Copacabana. Whether you want to watch a parade at Carnival, tour the old city or dance until dawn, let Cosa help you to get to the beat of Rio.
Bossa nova on the beaches
You don’t need to be tall, tanned or in a famous bossa nova song to walk (or sway) on the golden sands of Ipanema. Rio’s fabulous beaches are for everyone. Ipanema and Copacabana are the most well-known but let us take you a little further to the quieter beaches of Grumari and Prainha which are located in a nature reserve.
The iconic Christ the Redeemer
This giant statue on Corcovado Mountain takes centre stage on Rio’s skyline. Take the tram (Swiss-made railway carriages, of course!) up to the top or let us book you a tour with a guide to beat the queues. Alternatively, enjoy a helicopter ride with aerial views of the statue and the entire pulsating city below.
Goal! Visit Maracana
Football is a national obsession in Brazil. If there isn’t a match scheduled when you visit Rio, you can still visit the Maracana football stadium, which can seat over 78,800 fans. We’ll take you on a private tour to go behind the scenes of this immense arena, walk on the pitch and stand in the footsteps of famous players.
Discover Rio’s city life
Away from the beaches, there’s plenty to see in the city itself. Walk up the colourful Selaron steps to the bohemian neighbourhood of Santa Teresa. Visit the National Museum of Fine Arts showcasing Brazil’s greatest artists. Take tea in the Belle Époque café, Confeitaria de Colombo. If you are looking for nightlife, head off to Lapa. Ask us for details.
Essential Rio de Janeiro
Rio was the capital city of Brazil from 1763 until 1960, when the capital moved to purpose-built Brasilia. At over 6.5 million, Rio’s population is second only to that of Sao Paolo. Rio is also home to Floresta da Tijuca, the largest urban forest in the world. The Rio Carnival has been nicknamed ‘the greatest show on earth’ and begins on the Friday before Ash Wednesday. Let us customise your trip to Rio de Janeiro: contact our experts now.
Where it is
South America
When to go
November to May
Why go there
Vibrant city
Fabulous views
Beautiful beaches
What to see
Ipanema
Christ the Redeemer
Maracana Stadium
