Ultimate Honeymoon in Brazil: City Charm and Exotic Islands

The combination of natural beauty and urban ambiance makes Rio de Janeiro one of the most compelling cities in the world. With soaring mountains, a long crescent of beaches, and a generous collection of open spaces and parks, you can easily feel enchanted upon your arrival. Your private transfer will greet you at the airport and escort you to the comforts of your accommodation where you will have the remainder of the day at your leisure to dig your toes into Copacabana Beach or indulge in a sunset cruise across Baia de Guanabara to embrace Rio’s romance.

The majestic ambiance of the city will envelop you as your guide leads you to the most romantic and beautiful corners of the city. You may start by taking the train through the lush Tijuca Forest to reach the base of Christ the Redeemer, the renowned statue that crowns the summit of Mount Corcovado. You can take the cable railway to reach the top of Sugarloaf Mountain to enjoy the ambiance as the breadth of the city unfolds below. Enjoy the remarkable panorama that sweeps across the bay to reveal lush greenery, undulating mountains, and the sprawling colors of the metropolis.

You can indulge in the daily life of locals with a guided tour of the historical city center. As you uncover remnants of colonial architecture, you may spot the Museu Historico Nacional inside a building from the 18th century. The impressive collection displays relics of the country’s founding to imperial coaches and massive oil paintings. In the Saara neighborhood, you can experience the spirit of the marketplace where locals flock to the main avenues lined with merchants and fill the cariocas looking for the best deal. You may stop at a historical restaurant to sample Rio’s traditional flavors.

In the morning, you can spend time walking along the esplanade of Ipanema where sidewalk cafes and restaurants line the walkway before your private transfer escorts you to the airport for your flight to Paraty. The charming town was once a thriving gold port and now acts as a refuge to artists who find inspiration among the juxtaposition of colonial architecture and edging emerald hills and bay speckled with islands. You can find the timeless ambiance romantic as your guide leads you on a tour of the Historical Center where whitewashed facades and brightly colored trim line the cobblestone streets.

You will venture into the wilderness outside of the cityscape for a tour of the Gold Road that connects Minas Gerais with Paraty. The trail will take you back in time as seen through the remaining paving stones and those usurped by the grass and vines. You may hear the sounds of wildlife hidden in the trees as you travel down the road before reaching a natural waterfall. The secluded cascade will provide a soothing change from the trail as you listen to the rush of water and dip your toes into the pool before you reach a cachaca distillery.

Today you can embrace passion and beauty on a sailing tour around the Bay of Paraty. The scent of sea air may mix with the aroma of fringing tropical trees before you weigh anchor to reach secluded island shores the fade into the clear turquoise waters. The boat may stop at locations for you to dive into the calm Atlantic and snorkel in search of colorful marine life. As you explore the islands, you may find pristine beaches with warm, welcoming waters removed from any crowds to provide you with the perfect setting for a charming picnic.

You will travel to Recife to uncover the beauty of the largest cultural and leisure center for the Northeast captured in a collection of rivers, bridges, and the mixture of modern and antique architecture filtered through the lens of tropical beauty. You can follow your guide along the esplanades of panoramic urban beaches where elegant buildings overlooking the turquoise waters and the aromas of coconuts and briny air lead to hidden sea pools. At the Old Fortress, you can find the five-pointed defenses now protecting old maps and historic photos as the City Museum before you continue onward to Olinda.

You can quickly settle into the charming atmosphere of Olinda, one of Brazil’s oldest cities. Irregular stones pave the street beneath the bright facades of the lining houses. Lush palm trees rise between the architecture and interrupt the connection between the clear ocean blue and bright blue sky. Embrace the artistic lifestyle found in the artisan shops and the stunning panoramas that lead to the public square of Largo da Misericordia. Art is a way of life in town as you may find contemporary exhibits or traveling puppet exhibitions set against the backdrop of the tranquil horizon.

You will travel with your private driver to Fernando de Noronha in the morning to find the stunning archipelago where you can bask in the jewel of the Atlantic. The natural beauty combines tropical seclusion with pristine coastline. At the first beach you visit, you can relax on the fine sands, enjoy the crystal-clear waters, watch the rolling waves, and indulge in the view of the twin rock islands rising out of the ocean. The natural towers embody the feeling of your surroundings as you embrace the remote ambiance, the captivating contrasts, and the welcoming beauty of the coastline.

You will get up early before the tropical warmth fills the day to find the scenic views around Fernando de Noronha. You can visit the belvedere of the dolphins for a panorama over the water where you may see rotifer and spinner dolphins leaping out of the water and rotating while in the air. The spirit of passion will guide you along the trails winding across the gorgeous coastline before you reach the renowned viewpoint of Dois Irmaos to find the golden sand, lapping waters, turquoise sea, and isolated islands contrasting the horizon.

Venture out to the remote islands across Fernando de Noronha on a guided boat tour. You can relax on the beaches or leap into the water at your pace as you indulge in the quiet charms of untouched nature. You may visit Sancho Beach, an award-winning section of coastline where the clear water leads to a protected marine park that supports turtles, dolphins, and hundreds of different fish species. At Sapata Point, you can enjoy the view over the rock formations spanning the waters of Dolphins’ Bay before the boat weighs anchor so you can swim in the warm water.

The day is yours to explore and enjoy Fernando de Noronha at your own pace from walking the historical trail around the main island or snorkeling in the inviting waters. For a relaxing way to enjoy the waters, you can take a kayak excursion to enjoy the unspoiled tropical landscape. You can paddle along sheltered coasts and stop at the beaches of your choosing to revel in the soft sands and listen to the way the water ebbs and flows against the shoreline. At sunset, you can share a drink and watch as the colors layer the horizon.

In the morning, you may find the aromas of coffee and coconut at breakfast. You can once more indulge in the ambiance of the day and your setting with a walk on the beach or a visit to the Shark Museum to learn more about the fascinating world of marine life or simply for the views of the water. Your private transfer will meet you when you are ready and escort you to the airport to being your journey home to bring an end to your romantic escapade in Brazil.