Brazil
Spain & Morocco by Rail
1 / 15 Tour description provided by G Adventures Dive into two incredible cultures with this adventure on the rails. Explore the Spanish countryside by train, journeying with the locals from Barcelona to Madrid to Seville and beyond, sampling the exotic side of this gorgeous country (and tasting food you’ll crave for the rest of [...]
Morocco: Sahara & Beyond
1 / 24 Tour description provided by G Adventures The culture of the Berbers in northern Africa dates back as many as 5,000 years. Come discover their world on this 15-day experience through the most incredible cultural highlights Morocco has to offer. Explore the souks and streets of Marrakech and Fes; spend a night in a comfortable [...]
Pedra do Sal
The Monday- and Friday-night street parties are major draws for lovers of samba, whether they be Brazilian or foreign, rich or poor. The lively samba da mesa features a handful of changing players who belt out well-known songs to swaying, joyful crowds surrounding the tiny plaza. The atmospheric but run-down setting is rich in history – [...]
Maracanã Football Stadium
Image by Giovani Cordioli Getty Images For a quasi-psychedelic experience, go to a futebol match at Maracanã, Brazil’s temple to football (soccer). Matches here rate among the most exciting in the world, particularly during a championship game or when local rivals Flamengo, Vasco da Gama, Fluminense or Botafogo go head-to-head. Games [...]
Zazá Bistrô Tropical
Inside an art-filled and whimsically decorated converted house, Zazá serves beautifully prepared dishes with Asian accents, and uses organic ingredients when possible. Favorites include chicken curry with jasmine rice, flambéed prawns with risotto, and grilled fish served with caramelized plantain. Don’t miss the cocktails. [...]
Full Day Complete Tour of Rio de Janeiro
Tour description provided by Viator This is a complete day tour of the city of Rio de Janeiro covering its most well-known landmarks. You will be accompanied by a professional guide and have hotel pickup and drop-off included. After an early morning hotel pickup, we will begin the tour with a viewing of the Christ the Redeemer statue [...]
Atlas Mountain Trek
1 / 3 Tour description provided by G Adventures The Atlas Mountains reward their visitors with a stunning combination of valleys, summits, and traditional villages clinging to mountainsides. On this active adventure through one of Morocco’s most naturally beautiful regions, you’ll experience magnificent views and enjoy [...]
Morocco on a Shoestring
1 / 16 Tour description provided by G Adventures In our humble opinion, there’s no better way to spend two weeks than travelling around majestic, marvelous, magical Morocco. In a country with no shortage of highlights, we make sure to hit all the main ones, including Fes, Chefchaouen, the coastal hippie mecca of Essaouira, and plenty of [...]
Highlights of Morocco
1 / 20 Tour description provided by G Adventures If you want to hit Morocco’s highlights, this is your adventure. Wander through kasbahs, spice markets, and cities pulsing with energy on this comprehensive trip. Climb onto a camel and explore the edge of the Sahara before admiring the views from the heights of the Atlas Mountains. [...]
Terra Brasilis
Just beside Praia Vermelha, Terra Brasilis has gorgeous views of Pão de Açúcar looming overhead. Jazzy Música Popular Brasileira (MPB) bands play from about 8pm on weeknights (and at 1pm on weekends), making for a delightful open-air setting. The food (mains R$40 to R$76) is less spectacular; it’s best to stick to drinks and appetizers. [...]