3 Days in Ilha Grande and Rio de Janeiro Itinerary

Begin your day with an early visit to one of Rio's most iconic landmarks by taking Rio: Christ the Redeemer Early Access and Sugarloaf. This tour allows you to beat the crowds and enjoy stunning views from Christ the Redeemer statue. Afterward, head over to Sugarloaf Mountain via cable car for more panoramic views of Rio. For breakfast, visit Confeitaria Colombo, an elegant café offering traditional Brazilian pastries.

In the afternoon, immerse yourself in nature with Tijuca Forest: Adventure & History Half-Day Hike. This guided hike takes you through Tijuca National Park, one of the largest urban rainforests in the world. Learn about its history while enjoying lush greenery and possibly spotting some wildlife. For lunch, stop by Aprazível, which offers delicious Brazilian cuisine with spectacular views over Santa Teresa.

Conclude your day with some cultural immersion by joining Rio: Pub Crawl in Lapa with Cachaça Tasting and Live Samba. Experience Rio's vibrant nightlife as you hop between bars in Lapa district while tasting Brazil's famous cachaça spirit. Enjoy live samba music that will surely get you dancing! Before starting your pub crawl adventure have dinner at Bar do Mineiro, known for its hearty Brazilian dishes.

Kick off your final day with an enriching experience by participating in samba class for beginners in Ipanema. Learn basic samba steps from professional instructors right on Ipanema Beach – it's both fun and educational! After working up an appetite from dancing head over to TT Burger nearby which serves mouthwatering burgers made from locally sourced ingredients.

Spend your afternoon exploring more cultural sites starting with Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón), an iconic staircase covered in colorful tiles from around world created by artist Jorge Selarón himself who lived nearby until his death 2013 . Then make way towards Santa Teresa neighborhood known artistic vibe cobblestone streets lined charming houses galleries studios cafes restaurants alike . Have lunch at Espirito Santa offering contemporary Amazonian cuisine unique flavors textures .

Wrap up trip memorable sunset sailing tour joining Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour . Relax aboard sailboat sipping drinks watching sun set behind mountains casting golden glow across city skyline truly magical end perfect getaway ! For dinner return land dine at renowned seafood restaurant Marius Degustare located Copacabana Beach offering extensive buffet fresh seafood meats salads desserts something everyone taste buds delight !