Arrive in Salvador, Bahia’s soulful coastal capital where African, Portuguese, and Indigenous influences blend into one of Brazil’s most expressive cultures. You will be greeted by your private guide and transferred to Hotel Fasano Salvador, a beautifully restored landmark overlooking the Bay of All Saints. The afternoon is yours to rest and settle in. This evening, the rhythm of Brazil unfolds at the Bahia by Night performance at the Miguel Santana Theater, a vibrant showcase of music, capoeira, and Candomblé rituals that capture Salvador’s dynamic spirit. After the show, gather for a welcome dinner at Cuco Bistrô, where regional flavors and candlelit charm set the tone for the days ahead. (Dining: Dinner)

Step into the UNESCO-listed Pelourinho district with your private guide, exploring cobblestone lanes lined with pastel façades and centuries-old churches. Visit the gilded São Francisco Church, the Cathedral, and take in panoramic views over the harbor from the upper city. Lunch is served at Casa de Tereza, where Chef Tereza Paim’s celebrated Bahian recipes showcase the region’s rich culinary traditions. Later this evening, enjoy an intimate gathering at the house and gallery of Maria Aldair, a private home where food, music, and conversation flow easily. It’s an authentic taste of Salvador’s warmth and creativity. (Dining: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, explore Salvador’s Lower City, beginning at the Tororó Lagoon with its orixá statues, followed by the peaceful coves of the Itapagipe Peninsula. Visit the Bonfim Church, one of Brazil’s most cherished pilgrimage sites, and stop at Sorveteria da Ribeira, famous for its tropical ice creams. Continue to Monserrat for sweeping bay views, then browse for local crafts at Mercado Modelo. Lunch today is at Dona Mariquita, a beloved local favorite that celebrates Bahia’s Afro-Indigenous roots. The afternoon is free to relax or explore independently. (Dining: Breakfast & Lunch)

Enjoy breakfast at leisure before your private transfer to the airport for your flight to Foz do Iguaçu, home to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Upon arrival, check in to the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, the only property within Iguaçu National Park. Spend the afternoon enjoying the peaceful surroundings, perhaps with a drink on the terrace as the mist from the falls rises in the distance. As the park gates close, a rare calm settles over the landscape, leaving only the sound of rushing water in the air. (Dining: Breakfast)

Cross into Argentina for a full-day adventure on the Argentine side of Iguaçu Falls. Walk the upper and lower circuits, take in panoramic views, and stand before the roaring Devil’s Throat, where the river plunges dramatically into a deep gorge. Lunch is enjoyed at Merkato inside the Melia Hotel, followed by a return to Brazil for the thrilling Macuco Safari boat ride, which carries you close enough to feel the spray of the falls. This evening, sit down to a six-course tasting dinner at Casa do Chef, where fine Brazilian cuisine is paired with impeccable service and conversation. (Dining: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Rise early for a private morning walk along the Brazilian side of the falls, enjoying exclusive access before the park opens to the public. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival, check in to Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro, an architectural icon overlooking Ipanema Beach. In the evening, experience the glamour of Rio’s nightlife at the Roxy Dinner Show, where live music, dance, and theatrical flair come together over an elegant multi- course dinner. (Dining: Breakfast, Dinner)

Begin the day with a ride by cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, where breathtaking views of the city, bay, and beaches unfold beneath you. Continue into Rio’s historic Little Africa district to explore the Afro-Brazilian Heritage Trail, visiting Praça XV, Valongo Wharf, Jardins do Valongo, Conceição Hill, and Pedra do Sal, the birthplace of samba. Lunch is at Cais do Oriente, a lush, art- filled restaurant tucked inside a 19th- century warehouse. In the afternoon, go behind the scenes at a Carnival workshop, where dazzling costumes are created and the samba rhythm comes alive. Evening free or optional visit to Rio Scenarium, a beloved samba club in Lapa. (Dining: Breakfast, Lunch)

Rise before dawn for a private visit to Christ the Redeemer, arriving early to watch the sunrise illuminate the city below. Return to the hotel for breakfast and enjoy a leisurely day at your own pace, time for a final swim, a spa treatment, or one last stroll along Ipanema’s golden shore. This evening, journey to Santa Teresa for your Farewell Dinner at Térèze, where refined Brazilian flavors are served against the backdrop of twinkling city lights. Raise a glass to the colors, rhythms, and friendships that make this journey so memorable. (Dining: Breakfast & Dinner)

Enjoy one final breakfast overlooking Ipanema before your private transfer to the airport. Depart Rio carrying with you the warmth, flavor, and joyful rhythm of Brazil. (Dining: Breakfast)