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Sample 7-day itinerary for Rio de Janeiro:
Day 1:
- Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) – take the cable car up to enjoy panoramic views of the city and the bay
- Praia Vermelha – relax on a quiet beach near Sugarloaf Mountain
- Urca – stroll along the promenade and stop for a traditional Brazilian snack

Day 2:
- Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) – visit the iconic statue on Corcovado Mountain overlooking the whole of Rio
- Parque Lage – discover a beautiful historical park overlooking Corcovado Mountain
- Jardim Botânico – explore a tropical botanical garden with a variety of plants

Day 3:
- Copacabana Beach – spend the day relaxing on one of the most famous beaches in the world
- Forte de Copacabana – visit a military fortress with a café and views of ocean
- Avenida Atlântica – stroll along the coast, where it comes alive even in the evening

Day 4:
- Ipanema Beach – enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and watch the sunset from Pedra do Arpoador
- Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas – cycle or walk around the picturesque lagoon
- Leblon – explore a stylish neighborhood with shops and bars

Day 5:
- Santa Teresa – discover an art district with colonial architecture and galleries
- Escadaria Selarón – see the colorful mosaic stairs of the famous artist
- Lapa – visit traditional bars and, if you feel like it, enjoy an evening samba

Day 6:
- Maracanã – see one of the most famous football stadiums in the world
- Quinta da Boa Vista – explore a vast park with a natural history museum
- Feira de São Cristóvão – sample northeastern Brazilian cuisine and folklore

Day 7:
- Ilha Fiscal – visit the historic island and the neo-Gothic palace
- Boulevard Olímpico – stroll along the seafront and admire street art, including the mural “Etnias”
- Museu do Amanhã – end the trip at the futuristic museum in the port with interactive exhibits