Brazil's Cultural Mosaic: Rio, Inhotim & Salvador
Brazil Private Tours

Brazil's Cultural Mosaic: Rio, Inhotim & Salvador

From Christ the Redeemer to the cobbled streets of Pelourinho, this 9-day private tour reveals Brazil's colour, history, and heart!

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Brazil's Cultural Mosaic

Discover four completely different sides of Brazil on this 9-day private journey through the country's most captivating cities. Begin in Rio de Janeiro, riding the train up through Tijuca Forest to Christ the Redeemer and the cable cars to Sugarloaf's summit for a 360-degree view of the marvellous city, before stepping into the imperial past at Petrópolis, where Emperor Pedro II's summer palace, the Gothic Cathedral, and the French-built Crystal Palace still tell Brazil's royal story. Then head to Belo Horizonte and the extraordinary Inhotim Institute—part open-air contemporary art museum, part botanical garden gathering rare species from every continent. Finally, arrive in Salvador de Bahia, where the country began: explore the Farol da Barra, the UNESCO-listed streets of Pelourinho, and the sweeping views from the Lacerda Elevator over the Bay of All Saints, with a free day to soak up the city's Afro-Brazilian soul. With private guides and transfers throughout, handpicked hotels, daily breakfast, and round-the-clock local assistance, this is Brazil in all its colour, history, and heart.

Day by day

Itinerary

9 Days / 8 Nights

  1. Welcome to Brazil! Our representative will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro.

  2. Rio doesn't hold back on day one. After a scenic drive around Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, board the train that climbs through Tijuca Forest—the world's largest urban forest—to Christ the Redeemer, standing 700 metres above the city and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Then it's on to Sugarloaf Mountain, where two cable cars carry you to a 360-degree view of the whole marvellous city. A proper Brazilian barbecue lunch rounds off the day. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro.

    Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

  3. Today, a day in the Imperial City. Just 60 km from Rio, German-settled Petrópolis keeps Brazil's royal past alive in its charming streets. Visit the Imperial Museum—once Emperor Pedro II's summer residence, home to a crown of gold, pearls, and diamonds—then the Gothic Cathedral, resting place of Princess Isabel and Pedro II, and finally the Crystal Palace, built in France, shipped over, and reassembled for the princess's grand exhibitions and parties. Overnight in Rio de Janeiro.

    Meals: Breakfast

  4. After breakfast, we'll transfer you to the airport for your flight to Belo Horizonte, where our representative will greet you and take you to your hotel.
    Overnight in Belo Horizonte.

    Meals: Breakfast

  5. Today, something extraordinary: the Inhotim Institute. Part open-air museum, part botanical garden, this remarkable place holds one of the world's most important contemporary art collections alongside rare plant species gathered from every continent—all spread across a landscape you wander rather than tour. Overnight in Belo Horizonte.

    Meals: Breakfast

  6. After breakfast, we'll transfer you to the airport for your flight to Salvador de Bahia, where our representative will meet you and take you to your hotel. Overnight in Salvador de Bahía.

    Meals: Breakfast

  7. Discover where Brazil began. Start at Fort Santo Antônio and the Farol da Barra lighthouse, the launch point of the city's famous Carnival circuit, then head into the Historic Centre and Pelourinho—a UNESCO World Heritage site made for wandering, with its churches, museums, and the Jorge Amado House Foundation. Finish at the Lacerda Elevator for a sweeping view over the Bay of All Saints and the Lower City.
    Overnight in Salvador de Bahía.

    Meals: Breakfast

  8. A free day to enjoy Salvador at your own pace. Overnight in Salvador de Bahía.

    Meals: Breakfast

  9. After breakfast, we'll transfer you to the airport at the set time. End of our services—until next time!

    Meals: Breakfast

What’s included

Your tour details

Included

Everything you need, covered.

  • Meet-and-assist service upon arrival and departure at the airports
  • All airport transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Tours are private
  • Accommodation for 3 nights in Rio de Janeiro, 2 nights in Belo Horizonte, and 3 nights in Salvador de Bahía based on BB
  • Daily breakfast at the hotels
  • 1 lunch during the Corcovado and Sugar Loaf excursion (drinks not included)
  • Full-day excursion to Corcovado and Sugar Loaf in Rio de Janeiro
  • Full-day excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
  • Full-day excursion to the Inhotim Institute from Belo Horizonte
  • Half-day historical city tour in Salvador de Bahía
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • Services of professional local guides during tours
  • Permanent assistance in each destination throughout the trip

Not included

Available as custom add-ons.

  • International and domestic airfares
  • Any services or meals not specified in the itinerary, including drinks
  • Early check-in, late check-out, and hotel extras
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guides and hotel staff

Make it yoursOptional add-ons and upgrades are available. Our travel specialists can tailor this package around you.

Prices

Prices

Seasonal rates per person.

Diamond Accommodation

Diamond Accommodation per person
Room 01/May/2026 – 30/Apr/2027
Double Room $3
Before you book

Important information

  • All prices are in US Dollars and based per person, in double occupancy rooms,
  • Some destinations, services, and hotels increase their rates and have tighter Terms and conditions during some public holidays, religious festivities, or special dates. In the case any quotation does not follow the regular deadlines and cancellation fees, our travel consultants will specify that.
    Some of these special dates or events are:

    • Carnival.
    • Tapati Festival.
    • Easter Week.
    • National Holidays, variable in each country.
    • Christmas Holiday (December 24th and 25th ).
    • New Year’s Holiday (December 31st and January 1st ).
    • Special events in each town.
    • Sports events.
    • Meetings and events with international importance.

  • The special terms and rates for minors will be applied in each quote, as they are subject to the suppliers involved in each proposal and the minor’s age.
  • A scanned copy of the child’s passport (as with the rest of the family) is required to finalize the reservation.

o secure your place on the tour, we require a low deposit of just 25%, which covers your accommodation, domestic flights, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance may be paid by credit card up to two weeks before your arrival date, or in cash (USD or EUR) to your tour manager upon arrival — ensuring your booking remains a risk-free investment.

Cancellations are subject to the following penalties, calculated as a percentage of the full trip price:

  • A 30% non-refundable deposit is due at the time of confirmation
  • 45–31 days before arrival: 50% penalty
  • 30 days or fewer before arrival: 100% penalty

Cancellation fees may vary for certain custom itinerary tours; your Memphis Tours consultant will confirm the applicable fees before you make your reservation. Please don't hesitate to check with us if you have any questions.

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