10 days in South America Itinerary

Perched on the tip of a peninsula about 175 km (109 mi) east of Rio de Janeiro, the coastal town of Armacao dos Buzios attracts visitors looking to enjoy a beachside getaway without the crowds and chaos of the big city.

Take a break from the city and head to Azedinha Beach and Ferradura Beach. You'll get in some beach time at Prainha and Azeda Beach. There's more to do: take in panoramic vistas at Mirante de Joao Fernandes.

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Toronto, Canada to Armacao dos Buzios is an approximately 18.5-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of bus, flight, and shuttle. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Toronto to Armacao dos Buzios. Traveling from Toronto in January, things will get much warmer in Armacao dos Buzios: highs are around 37°C and lows about 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to travel to Porto Seguro.

In a sense, Porto Seguro is where Brazil as a country began, marking the spot where Portuguese explorers first arrived in the 16th century.

On the 14th (Tue), tour the pleasant surroundings at Coroa Vermelha Beach and then enjoy the sand and surf at Taperapua Beach. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Capela de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda, stroll through Taipe Beach, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Igreja de Sao Joao Batista.

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Getting from Armacao dos Buzios to Porto Seguro by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. When traveling from Armacao dos Buzios in January, plan for little chillier days in Porto Seguro, with highs around 34°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Rio de Janeiro.

Bustling with samba music and all-night street parties, no city encapsulates the spirit of Brazil better than Rio de Janeiro.

On the 16th (Thu), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Pao de Acucar, then enjoy the sand and surf at Copacabana Beach, and then kick back and relax at Praia de Ipanema.

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Traveling by flight from Porto Seguro to Rio de Janeiro takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Florianopolis.

Divided between island and mainland, the distinctive city of Florianopolis charms visitors on first arrival with its impressive skyline.

On the 17th (Fri), kick back and relax at Barra da Lagoa Beach and then stroll through Praia Mole. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll through Matadeiro Beach and then enjoy the sand and surf at Lagoinha do Leste.

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You can fly from Rio de Janeiro to Florianopolis in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Rio de Janeiro in January; daily highs in Florianopolis reach 34°C and lows reach 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.