16 days in Rio de Janeiro & Paraty Itinerary

Discover out-of-the-way places like Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra and Food Tours. Get out of town with these interesting Rio de Janeiro side-trips: Niteroi (Parque Estadual da Serra da Tiririca, Costao de Itacoatiara, &more). There's lots more to do: stroll through Praia de Ipanema, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, don't miss a visit to Escadaria Selaron, and appreciate the history behind Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer.

To see where to stay, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Rio de Janeiro tour itinerary maker website.

Santa Barbara d'Oeste to Rio de Janeiro is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of car and flight. You can also drive. Traveling from Santa Barbara d'Oeste in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Rio de Janeiro, with lows of 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) so you can go by car to Paraty.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Ilha Comprida and Pao de Acucar Peak. The adventure continues: wander the streets of Centro Historico, enjoy the sand and surf at Praia do Cachadaco, tour the pleasant surroundings at Fora Beach (Ranchos), and see Off-Road Tours.

To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Paraty trip planner.

Traveling by car from Rio de Janeiro to Paraty takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.