South America · 7 Days
The Brazil Experience
Your Carnival Energy Era
Rio is ready for you, and honestly, you're ready for Rio. From the iconic Fairmont Copacabana to Christ the Redeemer's arms welcoming you above the clouds, Brazil's energy is absolutely unmatched. Explore Little Africa's rich heritage, stand where samba was born, brunch like royalty at the Copacabana Palace, and celebrate with an all-white yacht party that'll make your heart soar. This is carnival energy all year round—come catch this vibe.
Dates
August 6-12, 2027 · August 4-10, 2028
Duration
7 Days
Where
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Travel with
A group of 2 to 8
$499 per person holds your reservation. Reserve by Saturday, October 31 at 11:59 PM Pacific and bubbles and the digital guide are included.
Reserve by Saturday, October 31 and your reservation includes bubbles in your room on arrival and the Caviar digital guide.
After your deposit the balance splits into equal monthly payments on the 1st, starting November 1, 2026. No interest. The balance is settled 30 days before a 2027 departure and 90 days before a 2028 departure.
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A past Caviar in the Air journey.Your Journey Unfolds
The Day-by-Day Rundown
Day 01DinnerBem-Vindos—Rio Is Ready for You!
Bem-vindos to the Cidade Maravilhosa! Land at Rio de Janeiro/Galeao International Airport (GIG) before 3 PM, where your personalized meet and greet sets the tone for everything to come. Transfer to the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana—beachfront luxury with views that'll have you questioning if this is even real life. Each guest receives a $100 room credit ($200 for double occupancy) because we start as we mean to continue. Tonight's welcome dinner at the hotel's oceanfront restaurant serves sophisticated Brazilian cuisine with the famous beach as your backdrop—order what you like and bill it to your room against the credit.
- Airport meet & greet
- Fairmont Copacabana check-in
- Welcome dinner at the hotel
Day 02Breakfast · DinnerBeach Vibes & Carnival Secrets Revealed
Today you become a true carioca. Today's beach is where Rio locals actually hang—forget the tourist spots, this is real Brazil. Music playing, caipirinhas flowing, grilled cheese on sticks passing by, and the spontaneous samba circles that make Rio Rio. After soaking it all in, we go backstage at the greatest show on Earth on a behind-the-scenes Carnival tour. Discover the secrets, the preparations, the jet-setter energy behind the scenes. Lunch at the beach is on your own. Dinner is ours: a Michelin-recommended hillside restaurant in Santa Teresa, with the best views of the city. Today delivered.
- Local beach experience
- Behind-the-scenes Carnival tour
- Hillside dinner with city views
Day 03Breakfast · BrunchSelaron Stairs & Copacabana Brunch Goals
You've seen the Selaron Stairs in Snoop Dogg and Pharrell's 'Beautiful' video—now you're standing on them. These colorful mosaic steps are pure art, and your photos will absolutely break the internet. But we're just getting started: brunch at the iconic Copacabana Palace is legendary for a reason. Unlimited bubbles, poolside perfection, and the kind of spread that makes regular brunch feel inadequate. Cap it all off at Sugar Loaf Mountain for sunset cocktails overlooking the entire city. Magic.
- Selaron Stairs photoshoot
- Copacabana Palace brunch
- Sugar Loaf Mountain sunset
Day 04Breakfast · LunchLittle Africa & Chef Skills Loading
Today we trace the African roots that pulse through Rio's soul. Little Africa (Pequena África) is where our story in Brazil begins—Pedra do Sal, the birthplace of samba; Valongo Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former slave port; and Instituto Pretos Novos preserving our ancestors' memory. Eduardo Kobra's massive 'Etnias' mural at Praça Mauá celebrates the faces of all continents. Afternoon brings a hands-on Brazilian cooking class where you'll master moqueca, tapioca, and brigadeiro. These skills are coming home.
- Little Africa cultural tour
- Valongo Wharf UNESCO site
- Brazilian cooking class
Day 05Breakfast · LunchChrist the Redeemer—Bucket List Activated
Bucket list moment: Christ the Redeemer. One of the New Seven Wonders of the World stands with arms open, welcoming you above the clouds. The panoramic views are unreal. Lunch at a Michelin Guide steakhouse serves premium cuts that'll ruin you for regular steakhouses. The Botanical Gardens are a photographer's paradise—majestic palm trees, vibrant flowers, and tranquility that feels like the universe is giving you a hug. Today feeds your soul.
- Christ the Redeemer visit
- Michelin Guide steakhouse lunch
- Botanical Gardens exploration
Day 06BreakfastAll-White Yacht Party—How Legends Celebrate
The grand finale has arrived, and it's giving everything. Don your all-white fit and board our private yacht for the celebration of a lifetime. From 10 AM to 2 PM we sail Rio's stunning coast, stopping for refreshing swims in crystalline waters alongside people who've become family. The city skyline, Sugar Loaf, and Christ the Redeemer serve as your backdrop. This is the yacht party you'll talk about forever. Rio outdid herself, and so did you.
- All-white yacht party
- Rio coastal cruise
- Swimming stops
- Celebration with new friends
Day 07BreakfastNo Goodbyes, Just See You Soon!
One final breakfast at the Fairmont, one final gaze at Copacabana Beach. Your private transfer takes you to Rio de Janeiro/Galeao International Airport (GIG)—flights should depart after 8 AM—carrying samba rhythms in your heart, Carnival energy in your spirit, and connections that'll last a lifetime. Brazil changed you—and now you carry a piece of her magic forever. Até logo, Rio.
- Final breakfast
- Private airport transfer
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