Rio welcomes the New Year with Brazilian flair and passion!

 After breakfast at the hotel, you will go on a guided tour to Corcovado Mountain to see the Christ the Redeemer statue and Tijuca Forest (4 hours). Arrival at the station, where we will travel through the jungle to the summit of Corcovado Hill. On both sides of the road, you will see the breathtaking views of Tijuca Forest. At the top of Corcovado Hill, at an altitude of 710 meters above sea level, stands the symbol of Rio – the Christ the Redeemer statue (38 meters), which was erected in 1931. From the viewing platform, you will have a breathtaking panorama of the metropolis and its surroundings: the bridge to Niteroi, Guanabara Bay, the Botanical Garden, the world's largest stadium Maracanã, Sugarloaf Mountain, and much more. Return to the hotel. Rest. In the evening, you will be welcomed to the New Year's Eve Ball at the luxurious Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel! New Year in Rio is a grand event not only for tourists but also for locals. People come from all over to see the world-famous fireworks! They are launched from platforms right in the water. Brazilians welcome the New Year in white clothing. Believers pay homage to the water goddess Imanja by placing their gifts in tiny boats and sending them into the ocean. All this happens under the falling lights of fireworks, creating a truly mesmerizing sight! Also, there are stages set up on the beach where famous artists perform, and anyone can enjoy the concert for free! The fun continues all night. 

Breakfast at the hotel. City tour with a visit to Sugarloaf Mountain (6 hours) with guide. VIP access is included. The first stop will be at Urca Mountain, which has a wide observation deck. At the very top of Sugarloaf Mountain, there is a smaller platform, but it offers a magnificent view of Rio, Copacabana Beach, the bay, the surrounding mountains, ocean islands, the bridge to Niteroi, and the Christ the Redeemer statue. Next, you will head to the historic center. Visit the famous Lapa Arches, built in 1732 and used as an aqueduct to supply water from the Carioca River to the city center, and the famous Selaron Steps, decorated with mosaic tiles from around the world. See the Municipal Theater, designed by the best artists from Europe and reminiscent of the Paris Opera. Finally, visit the unique Rio de Janeiro Cathedral, which can accommodate 20,000 people. Additionally (not included), you can book a helicopter flight over Rio de Janeiro (flights from 10 to 30 minutes). A helicopter flight gives you the opportunity to fully enjoy the beautiful views. You will see the blue ocean, mountains covered in tropical greenery, white sandy beaches, yachts, and the entire city: the Christ the Redeemer statue, the Botanical Garden, the lake, Niemeyer Avenue, Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana beaches, and Sugarloaf Mountain. In the evening, we recommend dining at the Marius Degustare restaurant (seafood), whose interior resembles a sunken treasure ship. 

The Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. It was founded by Portuguese King Joao VI in 1808, immediately after his arrival from Portugal. And every day it is a green oasis of peace and quiet. All the alleys are lined with century-old palm trees, there is an amazing collection of subtropical and tropical plants from all over the world. Some of the plant specimens available here belong to endangered species. And in the lake, the Royal giant lilies (Lago das Vitórias Régias) attract the eye. On the alleys leading to the pond, you can meet monkeys. In total, 5,000 varieties of plants from all over the world grow in the garden. The Botanical Garden is considered one of the most picturesque corners of Rio de Janeiro. Duration of the tour: 4 hours 

 Rio is a city that needs to be looked at from above! Stunning panoramic views are opened not only from observation decks and attractions, but also from the mountains that cut through the city. Yes, they can and should be climbed! One of the simplest, safest, but at the same time interesting trekking routes is the ascent of Pedra Bonita. This mountain is located in the Tijuca National Park, so you can see monkeys and other animals. The Tijuca Rainforest. It is one of the world's largest rainforests in an urban area. The ascent itself takes about 40 minutes. The view from the mountain is almost 360 degrees. You will see both the southern zone and the western zone of the city. The site is quite large, so after the photo shoots you can sit down to relax, and even organize a picnic! Due to the hot climate and the popularity of trekking not only among tourists, but also among local residents, it is advisable to leave at a maximum of 9 a.m. Duration of the tour: 4 hours This tour can be combined with a delta glider and paraglider flight (they start from this mountain). You can also order separately From the hotel, you and your guide arrive in the Tijuca Forest to Pedra Bonita Mountain (A beautiful stone). Pedra Bonita offers a full view of Rio de Janeiro. Flying over the green mountainside and the endless ocean gives you a very big surge of adrenaline! And when you hover calmly, you feel like, if not a bird, then very close to this state. A professional English-speaking instructor will give you all the safety instructions and explain all the necessary methods for jumping. You will be dressed in full ammunition and after several jump simulations, you and the instructor run up and jump. After flying over the sea, you will arrive at Pepino Beach. Transfer and recording of cameras are included.