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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Rio de Janeiro is a iconic coastal city in southeastern Brazil, dramatically framed by granite peaks, lush Atlantic Forest, and some of South America's most famous beaches, including Copacabana and Ipanema. It's globally renowned for its vibrant Carnival celebration, samba culture, and landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado Mountain and the Sugarloaf cable car. Outdoor enthusiasts come for hiking, surfing, hang-gliding over the coastline, and exploring the vast Tijuca National Forest within the city limits. Rio's electric nightlife, open-air markets, and rich mix of Portuguese colonial and modernist architecture make it a magnet for culture-seekers and adventure travellers alike.

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil · 6 days

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Rio de Janeiro Carnival Experience: Self-Launched

Experience the magic of Rio's legendary Carnival without the group tour price tag. This self-launched itinerary takes you through everything G Adventures' classic Rio Carnival Experience covers — from the dazzling Sambadrome parade and bohemian Santa Teresa to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain — but booked independently for a fraction of the cost. Stay in a well-rated Copacabana hotel, use Rio's metro and public buses, and book your Carnival tickets and city tours directly. Note: Carnival period prices for accommodation spike significantly — book as early as possible. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

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