Rio de Janeiro Holidays & Tailor-made Tours

Archaeology

Holidays to discover ancient civilisations in India, China, the Mayas, Incas and Aztecs

Beaches & Resorts

Unwind on a palm-fringed beach and swim in crystal clear blue waters. Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia and the Caribbean, are home to some of the world's finest beaches and resorts for a relaxing time on your holiday.

Cultures & People

Authentic insights with our expert guides for an in-depth perspective into the rich cultures and local life of people of Latin America, India and China.

Exotic City Breaks

Absorb a unique lifestyle with a short break to a fascinating city.

Expedition Cruises

An Expedition Vessel as the comfortable way to reach the inaccessible: Discover the Amazon Rainforest, the Fjords of Chile, Tierra del Fuego in Patagonia, the Galapagos Islands and Antarctica

Family Holidays

Voyages of discovery for Global Families with children, for a memorable travel experience, quality time together and broadening horizons. Families that travel together have quality time to bond relationships while discovering the variety of beauty in our planet. The cultures and lifestyle of people in the world, different from our home, broadens the mind and spirit and places our own lifestyle in context.

Festivals & Carnival

Bespoke holidays to incorporate spectacular, colourful festivals at Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and Recife, Easter Processions at Antigua, Guatemala and Inti Raymi in Cusco, Peru. Enjoy the music, dancing and spirit of the parades and processions.

History

Fascinating History to discover how we came to be where we are today

Honeymoons & Celebrations

Your celebration or honeymoon will be a memorable, exciting and special time together - a trip of a lifetime.

Immersive Lodges

Penetrate deep into the jungle rainforest, sleep in the shadow of mountains and pristine rainforest, or live the traditional life, staying in wonderful immersive hotels & lodges.

Luxury Off-Grid

Luxury is the privilege to discover unique locations, special places, away from the crowd, taking time to enjoy, observe and reflect, with the benefit of our expert guides. Why rush through your surroundings when you have the means to maximise your time, explore and take away, lasting luxury experiences.

Luxury Tours, Hotels, Lodges, Cruises

La Creme de la Creme in character, location, comfort, decoration and reinforced by superb service. We focus on character, luxury, boutique, hotels, lodges and expedition cruises, wherever available. Luxury is the privilege having the time and budget for lasting unique experiences, superb service and special facilities.

Patagonia Tours

Admire Patagonia landscapes, hike trails, cruise the fjords, stay at wonderful lodges, to reveal immense glaciers, chiseled rocky mountains and windswept forests.

Railway Journeys

Experience the best train journeys watching stunning landscapes go by in India, China and Pery's Andean Mountains from Lake Titicaca to Cusco and Machu Picchu

Rainforest Wilderness

Find yourself hidden within the peace and tranquility of pristine forest, surrounded by dense vegetation, with the sound of howler monkeys in the distance and of raindrops on the thatched roof of your lodge.

Sabbaticals

Sabbaticals are mind-expanding and life-altering journeys that can ignite, fulfil your dreams or fuel your passions, now that you have the time and budget to explore in-depth

Short Break Tours

Explore South America, Central America, India, Indonesia and China in 10 days or less.

Trekking Trails

Remote expeditions. Enjoy trekking, walking, rambling, hiking, cycling, horseriding or kayaking in magnificent scenery, remote locations, rainforest, mountains and deserts.

Wildlife & Birdwatching

Wonderful wildlife experiences exploring the Pantanal in Brazil for birdwatching, Peninsula Valdez in Argentina for whale watching, the Amazon rainforest for howler monkeys, toucans and macaws, the Galapagos Islands rich and friendly wildlife as close range, Antarctica remote white continent, Falklands and South Georgia, teeming with penguins, whales and seals, or Indonesia for the Komodo Dragons.

Wines & Vineyards

Some of the best wines in the world

Amazon Lodges

Escape civilisation to secluded areas of pristine rainforest, and immerse yourself in the untamed wilds of the jungle.

Angra dos Reis, Costa Verde

A scenic coastline of Atlantic forest near Rio, with rolling hills, fishing villages, and tropical beaches.

Belem

The capital of Para Region at the mouth of the Amazon, full of life, grand colonial architecture and gardens with excellent insights into the flora and fauna of the Amazon.

Brasilia

Brazil's capital offers a showcase of unconventional city planning and striking architecture, creating a unique city.

Chapada dos Veadeiros

North of Brasilia, this region of flat-topped mountains, waterfalls and rolling hills is a major centre for hiking.

Colonial Cities in Minas Gerais

Experience the Baroque splendour of the 18th century Brazilian gold rush in Ouro Preto, Mariana, Sabara, Congonhas do Campo, Sao Joao del Rei and Tiradentes.

Iguassu Falls

The world's most breathtaking waterfalls, with superb views and jungle trails both on the Brazilian and the Argentinean sides

Ilha Grande

Ilha Grande boasts virgin forest and deserted beaches, perfect for a peaceful getaway or for leisurely activities.

Manaus

Manaus is the gateway to the Brazilian Amazon and is famed for its impressive theatre, thriving port and long history.

Olinda

Set on a hill north of Recife and surrounded by lush trees, Olinda is one of Brazil's most beautiful colonial towns.

Ouro Preto

Historic Ouro Preto in Minas Gerais is famed for its cobbled streets, colonial buildings and large ornate churches.

Pantanal

Few places in the world are better for viewing wildlife than the Pantanal wetlands, a mosaic of lakes, rivers and forest in an area the size of England.

Paraty

Paraty was once the port for the Gold Route from Minas Gerais to the coast, where gold was loaded on ships to transport to Portugal. Now, the centre of Paraty has well preserved colonial style architecture, pedestrian streets and cobbled stones, with stylish, hotels, shops. restaurants and bars. You can also take boat trips to isolated islands, beaches and tropical forests.

Praia Do Forte

Located north of Salvador, this sleepy fishing village is popular for its picturesque church and idyllic beaches.

Rio de Janeiro

Famed for its iconic granite peaks intertwined with modern buildings and fabulous beaches, Rio de Janeiro has a magnificent setting with a huge lagoon and coastal forest, offering a trendy cosmopolitan lifestyle and a unique heritage.

Salvador da Bahia

Salvador has the essence of Brazilian Identity, colourful streets, cobbled stones, tropical cuisine and a rich history, to experience Afro-Portuguese culture, art, music and architecture.

Sao Luiz

The capital of Maranhão, Northeastern Brazil, with its UNESCO accredited historic centre, and gateway city to nearby Lencois Maranhenses National Park.

Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo is a bustling metropolis with sophisticated restaurants and shopping and a rich cultural life.

Tabatinga

Tabatinga is a small town in the heart of the Amazon basin rainforest, on the border of Brazil, Peru and Colombia, called the "Three Frontiers".

Tucano Amazon Cruise

Venture deep into seldom visited areas of the Amazon on a true expedition cruise for adventurous travellers.