Rio de Janeiro
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Rio de Janeiro
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Explore 6 South American Countries in 16 Days
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12 January 2027
From, per person6,940.00 USD
Discover South America: 10-Day Tour from Istanbul
2 date, duration and airline options
17 December 2026
From, per person4,770.00 USD
Explore South America: 16-Day Tour Adventure
2 date, duration and airline options
3 December 2026
From, per person6,970.00 USD
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- Two-stage cable car ride to the summit of Sugar Loaf with panoramic bay viewsRio de Janeiro, Brazil · 4 tours
- Historic train ride to Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado MountainRio de Janeiro, Brazil · 4 tours
- Traditional churrascaria dinner in Rio de JaneiroRio de Janeiro, Brazil · 3 tours
- Live samba performance evening in Rio de JaneiroRio de Janeiro, Brazil · 1 tour
- Traditional Brazilian Churrascaria dining in CopacabanaRio de Janeiro, Brazil · 1 tour
- Brazilian caipirinha tasting along Copacabana beachRio de Janeiro, Brazil · 1 tour
MBD Editorial · 2026City file
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MBD Travel Rio de Janeiro Guide
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Rio de Janeiro Guide 2026
Rio de Janeiro is a port city in south-eastern Brazil, on the Atlantic coast and the western shore of Guanabara Bay. The Christ the Redeemer statue on Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain at the mouth of the bay are its landmarks, and the Copacabana and Ipanema beaches face the ocean. Its landscape between the mountains and the sea is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What to see in Rio
- Christ the Redeemer: the statue on Corcovado, looking over the city.
- Sugarloaf Mountain: the rock at the mouth of the bay, reached by cable car.
- Copacabana and Ipanema: the city's two famous beaches.
- The Selarón Steps and Tijuca Forest: a staircase of coloured tiles and a rainforest inside the city.
When to go
December to March is hot and wet, with highs of 30 to 31 degrees and 176 millimetres of rain in January. June to September is cooler and drier, with highs of 25 to 28 and 32 millimetres in July. Carnival takes place every year in February or March.
Getting there from Turkey
Rio is part of MBD's South America tours, in days such as "Arrival in Rio de Janeiro", "Corcovado and Rio's beaches" and "Iguazu to Rio". The tours run 8 to 27 nights and leave Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Dates and prices are on the tour page.
Who it suits
People who want city, beach and nature together, and first-time visitors to Brazil. In crowded areas of the city, keep an eye on valuables.
Questions people ask
Where can I stay in Rio? MBD lists Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana, JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro, Pestana Rio Atlântica, Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort, Wyndham Rio Barra and Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, all 5-star.
How many days do I need? Three days for the main sights.
How is it linked to Iguazu? The tours include a transfer day from Iguazu to Rio.
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