7 days in Rio de Janeiro, Florianopolis & Paraty Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): examine the collection at Museu de Arte do Rio - MAR, then take in the pleasant sights at Avenida Atlantica, and then kick back and relax at Copacabana Beach. On the 4th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: walk around Campo de Sao Bento, hike along Costao de Itacoatiara, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jerusalem Cultural Center.

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Charlotte, USA to Rio de Janeiro is an approximately 15-hour flight. Traveling from Charlotte to Rio de Janeiro, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Charlotte in June, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Rio de Janeiro: temperatures range from 79°F by day to 67°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Florianopolis.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Mon): make a trip to Ciclovia Beira Mar Norte, pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja Nossa Senhora das Necessidades - Santo Antônio de Lisboa, and then stroll through Forte Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Rio de Janeiro to Florianopolis takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Rio de Janeiro in June, things will get slightly colder in Florianopolis: highs are around 69°F and lows about 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Paraty.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Tue): wander the streets of Centro Historico, admire the landmark architecture of Church of Our Lady of Remedies, and then take in the exciting artwork at Galeria Aecio Sarti. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Igreja de Santa Rita, and then stop by Livraria de Paraty.

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Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Florianopolis to Paraty takes 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.