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Brazil tours & holidays

Travel guide

As the world leader in travel experiences since 1947, we connect you to the real Brazil in a way like no other. From the drumbeats of Carnival, to the jungle song of the Amazon, Brazil exudes an intoxicating rhythm. It’s the largest country in Latin America, where some of the world’s best beaches meet lofty mountains, churning waterfalls and the mighty Amazon, the world’s largest tropical rainforest. Brazil’s biodiversity is unrivalled, and there are few other places where you can spot such a collection of rare species, including pink dolphins, sea turtles, howler monkeys, and the coatis and toucans of the hand-planted Tijuca rainforest. The fun-loving Brazilians are equally diverse and a Brazil holiday with Trafalgar takes you deep into their spirited culture. Learn to dance the Samba, eat at a traditional churrascaria, and meet the locals of a hillside favela in Rio de Janeiro. From riding a cable car to the peak of Sugarloaf Mountain, or climbing Corcovado Mountain to see the wondrous Christ the Redeemer, we’ll take you on an exhilarating Brazilian adventure. Travel with us and unlock the infinite possibilities thanks to our exclusive Trafalgar Highlights.

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Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Brazil at a glance

From the drumbeats of Carnival, to the jungle song of the Amazon, Brazil exudes an intoxicating rhythm. Join your expert Trafalgar Travel Director and discover one of the world's most biodiverse countries, along with Christ the Redeemer, towering Sugarloaf Mountain and Rio de Janeiro's hillside favelas.

Currency

Brazilian real

Capital City

Brasilia

Winter avg

26°C

Language

Portuguese

Summer avg

21°C

Good morning

Bom Dia

Time Zone

GMT-3

Good evening

Boa noite

"I love watching our guests find their rhythm in Brazil. Learn how to dance the samba, move to the drumbeats of Carnival, or listen to the jungle song of the Amazon."

Travel Director

Our top 5 things to do in Brazil

Our Brazil tour packages soak up the monumental sights of Sugarloaf Mountain, and also delve deeper into Brazilian culture with visits to a churrascaria, Samba school and a hillside favela.

Best museums in Brazil

See the country’s top museums on our Brazil holiday tours, from a collection of Brazilian art to a digital insight into the future.

Best food in Brazil

Our group tours in Brazil will introduce you to the delicious Brazilian cuisine, from deep-fried chicken croquettes to sweet desserts sprinkled with chocolate and coconut.

What to pack for Brazil

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Portuguese phrasebook

Unlike the majority of Latin America, the official language of Brazil is Portuguese. Learning a few phrases is always appreciated and will help you connect with the locals.

Sunglasses and sunscreen

As one of the sunniest destinations in the world, sunglasses and sunscreen are essential items in Brazil. Be sure to pack UV-protected sunglasses and SPF 30 sunscreen or higher.

Versatile shoes

You’ll need to pack shoes that can take you from exploring hillside favelas and traversing jungles, to dancing the Samba in Rio de Janeiro.

Swimsuit

Brazil is famed for its golden coastline and has some of the world’s best beaches. Pack a swimsuit to soak up the sun and the dazzling waters.

Adaptor plug

In Brazil the standard voltage is 127 / 220 V and the power plugs and sockets are of type N. The standard frequency is 60 Hz.

Pack for sustainable travel

Consider your environmental impact when you next take a trip and go single-use-plastic-free by packing a reusable water bottle, a steel straw, your own shopping bags and refillable toiletry bottles.

Other things to know before you go

Depending on your nationality, you'll need a valid passport and may also need visas to enter. Please check this on our Frequently Asked Questions page, well in advance of your trip departure date. Some countries also require passports to have 3-6 months left on them before the given expiry date, so be sure to double check this before booking your travels.

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