Discover the journey
Take a slower coastal route from Rio de Janeiro through Paraty and Ilha Grande before returning to the city. Eight days allow two nights in Paraty and three on the island, giving town life, walking and coastal interests their own space. Paraty's streets and surrounding landscape form a different chapter from Ilha Grande's beach and trail choices. There is time to choose a walk or a suitable boat outing without assuming that every day needs another excursion. Road and ferry connections still need coordination, and the final Rio overnight separates the island return from onward travel. Additional city time can be considered around the coastal journey.
Journey highlights
- Two nights in Paraty
- Three nights on Ilha Grande
- A Rio de Janeiro start and finish
Your route
- Rio de Janeiro
- Paraty
- Ilha Grande
- Rio de Janeiro
8 days, with the route and daily pace shaped around your travel plans.
Day-by-day itinerary
This is a proposed itinerary. Daily plans and overnight areas can be adjusted before booking; your written proposal will confirm the final arrangements.
Day 1Arrive in Rio de Janeiro
Begin in Rio de Janeiro with a flexible arrival day and a light local introduction if timing allows. The longer coastal chapter starts after the city overnight.
Overnight area: Rio de Janeiro.
Day 2Travel toward Paraty
Continue by road toward Paraty and settle into the town base. Use the remaining time for an initial walk rather than assuming a full boat outing after the transfer.
Overnight area: Paraty.
Day 3A full Paraty day
Spend the day with Paraty's town and coastal interests, choosing a suitable walk or separately arranged outing. Staying another night leaves room for a less hurried visit.
Overnight area: Paraty.
Day 4Continue to Ilha Grande
Travel toward the ferry for Ilha Grande and cross to the island. The chosen landing and accommodation location will shape the rest of the arrival day, including luggage handling and any local walk.
Overnight area: Ilha Grande.
Day 5An island walking day
Use a full day on Ilha Grande for a selected coastal walk and time near the beach. Match the distance, surface and return route to personal preferences and conditions.
Overnight area: Ilha Grande.
Day 6Another Ilha Grande day
Keep another day on the island for a different coastal interest or a suitable boat outing. Water activities remain optional selections rather than automatic inclusions in the stay.
Overnight area: Ilha Grande.
Day 7Return toward Rio
Leave Ilha Grande by the chosen boat connection and continue toward Rio by road. A city overnight provides separation between the island transfer and the onward international journey.
Overnight area: Rio de Janeiro.
Day 8Finish in Rio
Finish the coastal loop in Rio de Janeiro. An airport transfer or longer city stay can be discussed as part of your final arrangements.
What's Included
Your personalized quote will set out the selected accommodations, transport, transfers, meals, guiding and activities. The itinerary describes places and experiences to consider; the written proposal defines the services included in your trip.
Accommodation and transport
Share your preferred room arrangements and level of comfort. Your proposal will identify the chosen stays, travel connections and arrival and departure points, including any internal flights, rail or boat journeys.
Meals and experiences
Discuss meal preferences, dietary needs and the visits that matter most to you. Included meals, admissions, guiding and any optional experiences will be listed individually so you can compare the full plan.
What's Not Included
- International flights to and from the journey.
- Travel insurance, visas, personal expenses and optional activities, unless expressly listed in the final quote.
Permits, domestic transport, transfers and other services are included only when specified in your written proposal.
Planning this journey
- Coordinate road and ferry connections, luggage handling and an alternative for rough weather.
- Discuss walking distance, terrain and boat options before selecting Ilha Grande and Paraty activities.
- Accommodation location can affect driving and island access. Confirm the exact property and room arrangements.
- Boat trips, snorkeling, meals and guiding are separate choices in the proposal; calm seas and wildlife sightings cannot be promised.
Questions about this journey
How do the island connections affect onward flights?
Road and ferry journeys need coordinated timings and an alternative for rough weather. The final Rio overnight creates separation from the island return, but onward flights should still fit the agreed transport plan.
Can I request Group or Private travel?
You can indicate either preference in your inquiry. Your travel specialist will review the format, party size, preferred dates and available arrangements before preparing a quote.
What happens after I request a quote?
Your inquiry starts a discussion of your dates and preferences. You will review the itinerary, services and price before deciding whether to book; the inquiry itself does not reserve travel.
