Central & South America Holidays

Veloso Tours Guides, Your Hosts in Rio de Janeiro
BRAZIL
Our guides are renowned for their
knowledge and enthusiasm for life in
the city. The guide assigned to you is
specially briefed on your interests. We
will advise you the name of your host
so that you know who is meeting you
on arrival at the airport and who will
be with you for all the services booked
during your stay. Your host and our
office are your concierge services for
reservations, help and suggestions.
• Statue of Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado
This trip is a must. The view from the top is stunning and serves as an orientation to the city
• Botanical Gardens and Sugar Loaf Mountain
Walk surrounded by tropical trees, then take the cable car and admire the city lights at sunset
• Historical Rio de Janeiro and Royal Palaces
Visit the Royal Palaces and discover the imperial history of Rio
Please refer to pages 12-13: Eugenio Souza
Excursions Available:
• Trekking in the hills and forests
Energy and stamina required for unique landscapes and trails beyond the usual views
• Tropical Islands boat trip
Schooner trip through the islands of Mangaratiba Bay two hours south of the city
• Summer Residence of the Emperor & Royal Family at Petropolis
Discover the palaces and imperial jewels of Don Pedro II, in the hilly interior of Rio state.
• Classical music, ballet and theatre
During the season, Rio de Janeiro has a rich cultural life, for which we can provide tickets
• Football match at Maracana Stadium
Football fans will enjoy watching a match at the Maracana. The local derby is the Fla - Flu
• Art galleries, Paintings & Modern Art
There are numerous art galleries and a modern art centre for you to visit
• Rio's Burle Marx Landscape Gardens and Folk Art Museum
Visit the iconic landscape architect’s famous gardens
• Dance Classes: Forro, Samba, Lambada, Gafieira and Zouk
We can arrange dance lessons for you to develop your dancing style
• Rio by Night - City Lights and Live Brazilian Music
There are numerous restaurants and bars with excellent cuisine, music and local dancing
Luana Seara
Paulo Giffoni
Stunnings views from above
Royal heritage and modern life in the old centre, beautifully modernised
Street Art, modern transport and architecture in the old, renovated centre of town
The modern, futuristic Museum of Tomorrow
Old style cafe
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