Overview
Almost as big as western Europe, Brazil is a huge country with an astonishing diversity of landscapes and cultures. It would take months to see it all, but in a few weeks you can experience something truly unforgettable on a holiday to Brazil - from the iconic beaches of Rio de Janeiro to the spellbinding magic of the Amazon rainforest, the majesty of Iguazú Falls to the sunlit slopes of the southern vineyards.
The people of Brazil give this country its unique identity. Amazonian Indians, Portuguese colonists, African, European and Japanese communities all co-exist independently, yet fuse together into a rich medley of cultures. And while Brazil is a country of extremes, today it has a roller-coaster economy, including independent businesses and stunning artisan crafts, as well as world-renowned art, architecture, music and dance.
There's a comprehensive network of roads and air routes, giving you more time to explore the beaches, forests, cities and hidden gems. Many attractions have been developed sensitively for tourism; others left in their natural state, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds as you travel on and off the beaten track. Plus, with a huge range of accommodation and a relaxed and friendly welcome everywhere you go, you will feel at home every night – wherever you choose to lay your head.
Our Brazil Tours
At Journey Latin America we have a superb selection of holidays to Brazil to suit everyone, whether you’re a solo traveller, searching for the perfect family holiday, or would like to join a group tour.
See the highlights of Brazil on our Signature Brazil: Brazil at a glance holiday. Explore vibrant Rio de Janeiro, see the incredible Iguazú Falls, and visit the wildlife jungles of the Amazon, as well as Salvador, the pulsating African heart of the country.
Discover Brazil with the whole family on our Value Brazil: The Emerald Coast, including Rio de Janeiro, Paraty and the island of Ilha Grande.
Or, join like-minded travellers on our Trogon: Natural Brazil escorted group tour. Start your journey on the shoreline of Rio de Janeiro before exploring tropical islands from the colonial town Paraty. Soak in the spray of the roaring Iguazú Falls and take a wildlife safari in the Pantanal wetlands.
For more inspiration, check out our pick of the best places to visit in Brazil.
Contact our Brazil Travel Experts today and start planning your holiday to Brazil. At Journey Latin America we have over 40 years of experience in planning trips to Central and South America, so trust us to help you book your next holiday to Brazil.
Our top holiday styles to Brazil
Holidays Brazil
From expertly designed Private Journeys to trail-blazing Group Tours, browse our range of carefully crafted holidays.
Private Journeys
Brazil
Active Brazil: Remote Bahia and Fernando de Noronha
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Private Journeys
Brazil / The Amazon
Brazil Wildlife: Iguazu, Pantanal and Amazon Cruise
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Group - Classic
Brazil / Iguazú Falls / Argentina / Bolivia / Lake Titicaca / Peru
Hummingbird: Ocean to ocean
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Group - Discovery
Peru / Lake Titicaca / Bolivia / Paraguay / Iguazú Falls / Brazil
Jacana: Crossing the continent
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Places To Visit In Brazil
Discover our guide to the most exciting, memorable and inspiring places to visit.
Brasilia and the Cerrado
Located in the remote heartland of Brazil, the country’s futuristic capital offers brutalist architecture, a modernist Cathedral and wind-funnelled avenues.
Buzios, Paraty and Costa Verde
The southwest offers forest-smothered coastlines of rocky bays and exquisite beaches, studded with laid-back beach resorts, secluded upmarket hotels, and colonial-era ports.
Iguazu Falls – Brazilian Side
The incomparable Iguazú Falls plummet from a sheer 60m drop, crashing through the subtropical jungle alive with wildlife and butterflies.
North coast: Natal, Fortaleza and Sao Luis
Brazil’s little-visited north coast offers World Heritage Site cities, national parks of rippling sand dunes and wild sloping beaches peppered with laid-back resorts.
Things to do
We proudly offer the widest range of activities, excursions and one-of-a-kind experiences across all our destinations, tried and tested personally by our travel experts.
Accommodation
Browse our unrivalled portfolio of accommodation . Every option has been carefully chosen by our team of travel experts, so you can rest assured that you’ll relax in utter comfort.
Where to go when - our guide to Brazil
The weather in Brazil is wide and varied
Brazil’s territory occupies half a continent, so the weather conditions vary substantially over both space and time. When you choose to go will not only depend on the weather - there are festivals, wildlife spotting opportunities, local holiday times and other considerations to bear in mind.
Nature lovers visiting the Pantanal will do well to choose the period from April to November, while the Amazon can be visited at any time. If you love a party atmosphere you can choose to visit Rio or Salvador in February for Carnival – or skip that time, and the Brazilian holiday season in January and July, if you prefer peace and quiet. For hiking inland from Salvador, June to September offers the driest conditions. The beaches of the south are tempting from December to March, while in the cool winter you might spot whales there. Beach time in Bahia further north is most agreeable from April to October, with sunny but not overly hot days.
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