It is very hard to do Rio in less than a week. If you have fewer days, go through our Weekly Planner and pick out a day or two, mix and match, and maybe leave something for next time. If you have more time, wonderful. After a week in town you are comfortable enough to explore the neighborhoods in detail, plan your own special interest tours, maybe even venture overnight trips Off-Rio, and to other cities and states!

	FEELING RIO GOOD - get used to Rio's time zone, explore the area around your hotel, and soak up some rays at the beach.  Optional - beach resorts of Buzios and Cabo Frio.
	Getting to know the city - take a guided city tours, or do it on your own, using our suggestions and maps as reference. Important tips on transportation and safety.
	Going Out West - visit the popular West Side beaches of São Conrado and Barra. Shopping opportunities.  Optional - Tandem flight, Imperial Petropolis or Angra dos Reis (diver's paradise)
	Princess of the Sea - learn what Copacabana is all about with our walking tour, and visit the highlights and main attractions on your own. Optional - Imperial Petropolis
	So much to do and so little time... We offer a number of choices - pick out the best one for you!  Optional - beach resorts of Buzios and Cabo Frio.
	A wild Saturday! Visit South Side parks and meet exotic animals.  Optional - Imperial Petropolis, Angra dos Reis (diver's paradise).
	Take it easy the Carioca way, and go strolling (or riding, or blading) along Ipanema Beach or Lagoa Park. Whet your appetite for the inevitable rodizio barbecue.
	From shopping to museum hopping, tips on how to make the best of your time when the weather is not so fine.
	Free Booking Service - Special low rates at selected tours offered by the best local operators. City tours, favela tour, tandem flight, nightlife, Off-Rio, and more!
	Award-winning Virtual City Tours Around Rio de Janeiro offered by www.ipanema.com.  All About Series© for tips, maps and facts, and Pictours of Rio© for 100's of photos.