Brazil 13-Day Tours & Itineraries

Explore 9 trips designed by local kimkim specialists to get ideas for your trip to Brazil.
See our itineraries below or read our guide to the best 13-day trips in Brazil.
Plan your trip to Brazil
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
Colorful boats dotting the waters off Porto de Galinhas
Map of Brazil Uncovered: Rio, the Amazon & the Northern Coast - 13 Days
Brazil Uncovered: Rio, the Amazon & the Northern Coast - 13 Days

Over nearly two weeks, you'll explore a couple of Brazil's major highlights, plus enjoy leisure time on some of the country's finest beaches. First, dive into Carioca culture with a few days of sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro and a trip to Arraial do Cabo, the "Brazilian Caribbean." Then, fly north for expeditions into the legendary Amazon Rainforest before finishing the trip in style on the white-sand beaches of Pernambuco.

Go snorkeling in Brazil's crystalline Sucuri River
Map of Brazil Outdoor Adventure: Pantanal, Bonito & Rio de Janeiro - 13 Days
Brazil Outdoor Adventure: Pantanal, Bonito & Rio de Janeiro - 13 Days

Active travelers will love this lesser-known 13-day tour of Brazil. It starts in the Pantanal region, an area of wetlands and grasslands in the country's lush interior, where you'll indulge in a series of nature and wildlife-viewing activities. Next are aquatic adventures in the nearby crystalline waters around Bonito, followed by a few days exploring Brazil's most beautiful city, Rio de Janeiro, and its tropical surroundings. With snorkeling, hiking, sailing, and caving, this tour has something for everyone.

Interact with Indigenous people of the Amazon
Map of Authentic Brazil: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Manaus, the Amazon & Salvador - 13 Days
Authentic Brazil: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Manaus, the Amazon & Salvador - 13 Days

This 13-day adventure hops between four distinct regions of Brazil. It all begins in Rio de Janeiro, where you'll explore off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods alongside famous landmarks. Continue to Foz do Iguaçu to take a helicopter flight over the mighty waterfall, then on to Manaus, where you'll head upstream by canoe to reach a remote rainforest lodge for wildlife spotting and jungle treks. Wrap up your trip to Salvador for a taste of Bahian culture and cuisine and a day trip to some of the country's best beaches.

Trek through the stunning canyons and waterfalls of Chapada Diamantina National Park
Map of Brazil City, Coast & Mountain Trekking Adventure - 13 Days
Brazil City, Coast & Mountain Trekking Adventure - 13 Days

Discover Brazil's remarkable diversity as you explore cities, mountains, and beaches on this active 13-day adventure. Start in Rio to scale Sugarloaf Mountain and get into the Carnival spirit in Samba City. Escape to the golden sands of peaceful Ilha Grande, then gear up for four days of trekking through the table mountains and waterfalls of Chapada Diamantina National Park. End your adventure on Salvador's colorful colonial streets as you learn about its Afro-Caribbean culture and discover its nightlife.

View of the Amazon rainforest near Manaus, Brazil
Map of Brazil's Rainforest, Beaches & Historic Cities Tour - 13 Days
Brazil's Rainforest, Beaches & Historic Cities Tour - 13 Days

If you're finding it difficult to choose between Brazil's lush rainforest, beautiful beaches, and charming cities, this 13-day tour combines it all. Start in the Amazon, where you'll explore the biodiversity and local culture by boat and on foot. Then fly to Salvador, one of the oldest cities in Brazil, where you'll be immersed in the city's colonial architecture before sailing to car-free Tinharé Island. This is your tropical base for several days of waterfall hikes and beach excursions to complete the adventure.

Spend time in Manaus and along the Amazon River
Map of Culture & Nature in Northern Brazil's Hidden Gems: Belém, Santarém, Alter do Chão & Manaus - 13 Days
Culture & Nature in Northern Brazil's Hidden Gems: Belém, Santarém, Alter do Chão & Manaus - 13 Days

In just under two weeks, you'll discover four lesser-visited cities in Brazil. Spend three days exploring Belém's markets and historical sites, then take a day trip to a chocolate plantation on Ilha do Combú. Fly to Santarém and enjoy a free day on the beach before transferring to Alter do Chão for a cruise to the Meeting of the Waters. Meet some of the area's Indigenous communities, then head to your final stop: Manaus. End your trip with a boat tour, a visit to a former rubber baron estate, and a lush botanical garden.

Discover the beaches of Rio, Paraty, and Ilha Grande on your epic tour of Brazil
Map of Brazil's Beaches, Waterfalls & Culture: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Paraty & Ilha Grande - 13 Days
Brazil's Beaches, Waterfalls & Culture: Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguaçu, Paraty & Ilha Grande - 13 Days

Explore Brazil's vibrant culture, natural landscapes, and iconic landmarks on this 13-day tour, starting with an introduction to samba in Rio de Janeiro. Take a day trip to Ilha de Itacuruçá and hang glide over the city before flying to Foz do Iguaçu to marvel at the Argentine and Brazilian side of the falls. Your next stop is Paraty, where you can cruise across the bay, explore a national park, and trek along the Caminho do Ouro. End your trip in Ilha Grande with a day of beach hopping and a hike up Pico do Papagaio.

Spend four days soaking up the sun in Fernando de Noronha
Map of Cultural & Natural Wonders of Recife, Olinda & Fernando de Noronha - 13 Days
Cultural & Natural Wonders of Recife, Olinda & Fernando de Noronha - 13 Days

This 13-day itinerary highlights the cultural and natural wonders of three lesser-visited areas in Brazil, starting in Recife. Ride a catamaran, tour the historic center, relax on nearby beaches, and discover an array of museums and cultural institutions. In Fernando de Noronha, you'll go on boat tours, a 4WD excursion, and a guided hike to marvel at the archipelago's natural beauty. Finally, museums, markets, beaches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites await your discovery in Olinda.

Discover northeastern Brazil's culture and customs on this 13 days tour
Map of Cities, Culture & Beaches in Northeastern Brazil: Salvador, Morro de São Paulo & Praia do Forte - 13 Days
Cities, Culture & Beaches in Northeastern Brazil: Salvador, Morro de São Paulo & Praia do Forte - 13 Days

Spend 13 days exploring Brazil's diverse northeast, starting with an evening tour of Rio Vermelho in coastal Salvador. Explore the city's colorful historic center and watch a performance by beloved percussion band, Olodum. After a day trip inland to Cachoeira, you're off to Ilha de Tinharé to relax on the car-free island's many beaches. Soak up some more sun in Praia do Forte before returning to Salvador for a boat tour across All Saint's Bay.

Other durations: 3 days · 5 days · 6 days · 7 days · 8 days · 9 days · 10 days · 11 days · 12 days · 13 days · 14 days · 15 days · 16 days · 21 days