4-Nights New Year's Eve in Rio - Festivals & Special Events, Private Guided Experiences from $6,128

Goway Travel

OFFER ID 1722961

Active Elements, Iconic Landmarks, Off the Beaten Path Welcome the New Year in Rio with this luxury escape, featuring beach celebrations, iconic landmarks, and exclusive events for a truly unforgettable experience.

Trip Overview:

Welcome the New Year in Rio with this luxury escape, featuring beach celebrations, iconic landmarks, and exclusive events for a truly unforgettable experience.



Highlights:
  • Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Rio de Janeiro beside Copacabana’s iconic beachfront and lively atmosphere.
  • Cruise across Guanabara Bay, discovering historic forts, marine life, and Rio’s dramatic coastal skyline.
  • Ride the Sugar Loaf cable car for sweeping views over Copacabana, Ipanema, and Guanabara Bay.
  • Travel through Tijuca National Park to Corcovado and admire Christ the Redeemer above Rio de Janeiro.
  • Explore Rio de Janeiro’s famous landmarks, from the Metropolitan Cathedral to the Rio-Niteroi Bridge.


Included Services:
  • Private arrival and departure airport transfers
  • 4 nights in premium accommodations in Rio de Janeiro  
  • Shared Guanabara Bay cruise with private transfers
  • New Year's Eve Dinner & Rooftop Party
  • Private-guided tour of Sugar Loaf and central Rio de Janeiro
  • Private-guided tour of Corcovado
  • Daily Breakfast (excluding Day 1), 1 dinner

Excluded Services:
  • Travel insurance
  • International airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Passport & Visa fees if applicable

4 nights from $6,128 per person

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Rio de Janeiro

Upon arrival to Rio de Janeiro, please make your way through customs and collect your baggage. Proceed to the arrivals section of the airport, where you will find a guide holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will take you to an awaiting vehicle and driver, and you will soon be en route to your hotel. After reaching your hotel, you will be assisted with check-in and will have the remainder of the day at leisure.


Hotel: Miramar by Windsor (5 Star Rating)

A luxurious hotel situated in the heart of Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana, the Miramar by Windsor is located on Atlantica Avenue in front of the famous beach. An idealization of sophistication and refinement, your stay at the Miramar Hotel By Windsor Copacabana will be accented by high standards of service where all 200 rooms are equipped with the latest in comfort and technology.




Day 2: Half Day Cruise on Guanabara Bay & New Years Eve Gala Dinner

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel (at approximately 8am) to set out on a shared boating experience through Guanabara Bay. This isn't just a boat trip; it's a tapestry of stories woven into the very fabric of Rio's landscape. Your journey becomes a vibrant narrative, with each landmark unveiled like a chapter in the city's history. From the echoes of discovery at historical forts to the graceful arch of the Rio-Niteroi Bridge, a marvel of modern engineering, every sight whispers tales of a city forever developing. And for nature lovers, Guanabara Bay's verdant islands and bustling marine life paint a stunning backdrop to your maritime adventure. This cruise isn't just for history buffs or boat enthusiasts; it's for anyone who wants to feel the pulse of Rio from a unique perspective. It's a chance to connect with the soul of the Marvelous, soak in its breathtaking beauty, and create memories that will shimmer long after your journey ends. So, raise the anchor on an unforgettable Rio experience and let Guanabara Bay paint your adventure with vibrant stories and dazzling panoramas!

Welcome in the New Year tonight as you celebrate with dinner and drinks at the Miramar, including rooftop access


Hotel: Miramar by Windsor (5 Star Rating)

A luxurious hotel situated in the heart of Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana, the Miramar by Windsor is located on Atlantica Avenue in front of the famous beach. An idealization of sophistication and refinement, your stay at the Miramar Hotel By Windsor Copacabana will be accented by high standards of service where all 200 rooms are equipped with the latest in comfort and technology.


Meal(s): Dinner, Breakfast



Day 3: Half Day Sugar Loaf Tour

Following breakfast, you will meet your guide in the hotel lobby and depart towards the Urca neighborhood to board the cable car on a two-stage trip that will take you to Sugar Loaf Mountain. In the first stage, Morro da Urca, only 720 feet (220 meters) high, there is a restaurant, amphitheater and heliport for panoramic tours. The second stage takes you to Pao de Acucar, named after the sugar bars that the Portuguese used at the time of the discovery of the city. From both locations, you will have a wonderful view of Rio's most famous landmarks, such as the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, as well as Botafogo and Flamengo leading to the city center, Christ the Redeemer and the Rio-Niteroi Bridge. At any time of the day or night, the view from Sugar Loaf is extraordinarily beautiful, making Sugar Loaf, without a doubt, one of the most famous places in the city. After visiting the Sugar Loaf Mountain, the tour continues towards the city center with a stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral, a large cone-shaped building with impressive stained-glass windows.


Hotel: Miramar by Windsor (5 Star Rating)

A luxurious hotel situated in the heart of Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana, the Miramar by Windsor is located on Atlantica Avenue in front of the famous beach. An idealization of sophistication and refinement, your stay at the Miramar Hotel By Windsor Copacabana will be accented by high standards of service where all 200 rooms are equipped with the latest in comfort and technology.


Meal(s): Breakfast



Day 4: New Years Day Corcovado Tour

Soar above Rio and reach for the heavens on this breathtaking half-day Corcovado tour. Imagine yourself gliding up the scenic cog train through lush Tijuca National Park, the city sprawling beneath you like a vibrant tapestry. Feel the anticipation build as you approach the summit, where Christ the Redeemer, arms outstretched, awaits in his iconic embrace. Step onto the viewing platform and be prepared for awe-inspiring panoramas. The Sugarloaf Mountain pierces the sky, Guanabara Bay shimmers like a sapphire necklace, and the iconic cityscape unfolds before you in mesmerizing detail. Capture breathtaking selfies with Christ the Redeemer as your backdrop, explore the charming chapel, and soak in the unparalleled beauty that has captivated hearts for generations. This isn't just a tour; it's an experience that imprints itself on your soul, leaving you forever touched by the magic of Rio and the Christ the Redeemer's majestic embrace.


Hotel: Miramar by Windsor (5 Star Rating)

A luxurious hotel situated in the heart of Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana, the Miramar by Windsor is located on Atlantica Avenue in front of the famous beach. An idealization of sophistication and refinement, your stay at the Miramar Hotel By Windsor Copacabana will be accented by high standards of service where all 200 rooms are equipped with the latest in comfort and technology.


Meal(s): Breakfast



Day 5: Depart from Rio de Janeiro

Following breakfast and coinciding with your onward travels, you will be picked up for your transfer to the airport. After a few nights enjoying Rio de Janeiro as the year changes into 2026, you will be returning with memories to last a lifetime.


Meal(s): Breakfast



Featured Destinations
Rio de Janeiro

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges
11/12/2026 - 12/31/2028
from $6,128 per person


* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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from $6,128 per person
Length
4 Nights
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Deluxe
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OFFER ID
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