2 Weeks in Brazil: 2 Itineraries

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If you plan to stay for 2 weeks in Brazil, this article offers you two different itineraries to choose from. I’m sure Brazil is famous for football enthusiasts as they won the world cup several times. Football is also their national sport, and they have so many world-renowned players.

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I mean, there must only be a handful of people who don’t know Ronaldinho, Pele, Ronaldo (the Brazilian), and Neymar.

However, that’s not only the reason why Brazil is worth visiting. They have more than 1,500 beaches that are simply otherworldly, and street parties that have the most outlandish and creative costumes.

Not to mention tropical weather that is perfect for people who love to soak in the sun’s warmth and most of the people there are very cheerful and would greet the tourists as if they are their long-lost friends.

Their music is also amazing as they have a gazillion lively music genres that would draw people to dance their hearts out. Yep, Brazilians love to dance. Aside from being culturally diverse, there is also great ecological biodiversity here. It is home to the ethereal Amazon forest with more than a hundred thousand tons of plants.

And since we’re already talking about nature, you’ll surely be awestruck by their nature parks. Some have sand dunes, and others have waterfalls, caves, and even plateau mountains.

Responsible for more than one-third of the coffee being produced worldwide, their coffee beans have a distinct taste and a rich quality that people can’t get enough of. And, of course, don’t get me started on their food. There are so many desserts and street foods that originated in this country.

I’m sure I still couldn’t list all of the reasons why one should visit Brazil at least once in their lifetime, but I think these reasons alone are convincing enough.

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING BRAZIL

Before we delve into discussing the itineraries, there are some things that a tourist needs to know first when going to another country. Knowing these things will also help in planning and writing our own preferred travel itinerary.

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When is the best time to go to Brazil

The best time to go to Brazil is from November to March because these are the warmest months of the year. This festival usually happens in February for people who want to experience their Carnival. You might want to check out our 2 weeks in South America itinerary if you’re not sure if Brazil is the place for you.

Getting around

Taking a domestic flight is the most convenient and fastest way to get around Brazil. Remember, this country is massive. You could also ride intercity buses, but it would definitely take a lot longer to reach your destination, and you’ll probably ride a couple of intercity buses.

You might even ride water taxis. Taxis are commonly used by tourists, but they rarely go outside of the major cities, so this is only suitable if your destination is a major city. You can also use ride-hailing apps.

Car rental is also an option, but it is advisable to utilize this only if it is peak season.

Language and currency

The people in Brazil speak Portuguese. Here are some of the most common phrases for those who are planning to go to this country.

  • Oi means hi so this is what one should say when greeting someone
  • Obrigado means thank you
  • Quero a conta, por favor means I want the bill, please and 
  • com licensa could mean excuse me, this is handy if you want to get off public transport or if you’re in a crowded place and want to pass through. 

The currency used in Brazil is the Brazilian Real. In big cities, paying with your bank is easy. However, cash is still the king. ATMs should allow you to take out about $200 per transaction.

Visa

Brazil offers free visas to nationalities of most EU members, US, UK, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Namibia, Botswana, and many places in Latin America. Those travellers can travel around Brazil for up to 90 days.

Other visitors can apply for an evisa online. It’s valid for a year, allowing you to stay for 90 days, and it’s multiple entry.

SEE EVISA REQUIREMENTS AND COST

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2 WEEKS IN BRAZIL ITINERARY

Brazil is definitely one of the best holiday destinations to spend your 2-week vacation. Since 2 weeks is not that long, you will have more reason to come in the future.

We prepared two jamp-packed itinerary options for those planning to vacation for 14 days in Brazil. Each itinerary consists of the tourist spots as well as tips on how to get to the next destination from where you came from.

Itinerary #1: Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Brasilia, Amazon Rainforest

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The first itinerary consists of Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasilia, and Amazon Rainforest. Rio de Janeiro is a humongous seaside city, well-known all over the world for its Ipanema and Copacabana beaches.

Aside from that, it also has the Christ the Redeemer statue, sugarloaf mountain, as well as favelas, and Carnival Festival. Sao Paulo, on the other hand, is a cosmopolitan city. It is Brazil’s financial centre, with tons of cultural institutions and amazing architectural structures.

Brasilia is the capital of Brazil. It is an aeroplane-shaped planned city located at the top of the Brazilian highlands.

Last but absolutely not least is the Amazon Rainforest. I mean, there must only be a handful of people who don’t know about this rainforest. This is the world’s largest tropical rainforest, covering not only almost all of northwestern Brazil but expanding up to Peru, Colombia, and other South American countries.

Rio de Janeiro for 4 days

2 weeks in Brazil is incomplete without visiting its most popular city. Rio De Janeiro is a wonderful city, so much so that it was named a world heritage site by UNESCO. If you plan to stay in Brazil for two weeks, 4 days in Rio is plenty. Some of the top tourist attractions that can be found here include

Sao Paulo for 3 days

You can reach Sao Paolo if you’re coming from Rio de Janeiro by bus or plane ride; it’s about 6 hours driving or half an hour flight.

Brasilia for 4 days

Many people assume that Rio de Janeiro is the capital of Brazil. Although it was until 1960 that the capital city was then changed to Brasilia. The reason for this is due to the fact that Rio was the capital of Brazil during colonial times.

It was changed to Brasilia (built on vacant and uninhabited land) to declare that Brazil was an independent country.

There are three options to reach Brasilia if you’re coming from Sao Paolo: riding a plane, bus, or driving. The fastest option for this is via plane, but it’s also the most expensive.

Riding a bus is the cheapest, but make sure that you have enough time because it would take more or less 17 hours for you to reach your destination.

Amazon Rainforest for 4 days

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If you’re coming to Amazon Rainforest from Brasilia, you could ride a plane, bus, ferry, and drive. The most advisable, albeit expensive, option is to ride a plane because it would take days for you to reach your destination if you choose the other modes of transportation.

However, the travel time would be worth it as you would see a lot of unforgettable sights in this place.

Itinerary #2: Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Fortaleza, Amazon Rainforest

The second itinerary for the 2 weeks in Brazil includes the Amazon Rainforest, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Fortaleza. Those who are fond of music and dancing might be thrilled to know that Bossa nova was created and popularized in Rio de Janeiro.

It is also where the world’s largest urban forest could be found, the Tijuca forest, and they also have the biggest carnival party in the world.

Fortaleza is an urban hub that also has beaches with panoramic views aside from the vibrant nightlife and contemporary restaurants. Its beaches are highlighted by palm trees, dunes, red cliffs, and lagoons.

Aside from the facts stated above, there’s still more to the Amazon Rainforest than what meets the eye. It has about 40,000 plant species, 2.5 million insect types, 430 mammal species, 1,300 bird species, and 3,000 types of fish. Now I bet that’s something anyone would want to explore!

Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo for 7 days

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In this specific itinerary, you’re going to stay in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo for 7 days. To reach Sao Paulo from Rio de Janeiro, you could ride a plane, ride a bus, ride a subway, then fly, take a bus, then ride a plane, use rideshare, or drive.

The most recommended option would be to fly because it is the fastest. However, if you’re on a budget, the cheapest option would be to ride a bus.

Fortaleza for 4 days

You could reach Fortaleza from Rio de Janeiro by riding a plane. Fortaleza is up to the northern part of the country. The most recommended option would be to fly because other options would take days for you to reach your destination. Once you reach Fortaleza, the recommended stay there would be four days.

There is a little beach town (Jericoacoara) west of Fortaleza, about a 5-hour drive famous for its sand dunes next to the Atlantic Ocean. Getting there is quite a ride since you have to take a 4×4 jeep through the massive sand dune of the Jericoacoara National Park.

I spent about 4 days here, and I could stay for more! Not going to lie. There are not many things to do apart from sand dunes driving, the beach, dancing, party, and reading a book. But the place is so authentic, and the people are very nice.

Amazon Rainforest for 3 days

The Amazon Rainforest is the biggest and most diverse in the world. No wonder it has to be visiting during your 2 weeks in Brazil.

To reach the rainforest from Fortaleza, you could ride a plane, ride a bus, then ferry or drive. However, just like the mode of transportation above, it would take you days to reach your destination, so if you don’t plan on staying for a long time, riding the plane would be the best option.

THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN BRAZIL

Now that you have some ideas and can visualise how to spend 2 weeks in Brazil, below are lists of things to do and places to see in each city on the itineraries above.

Rio De Janeiro

Sao Paulo

Brasilia

  • Praça dos Tràs Poderes
  • Palacio dos Arcos
  • Catedral Metropoletana Nossa Senhora Aparecida
  • Memorial JK
  • Santuario dom Bosco
  • Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge
  • Congresso Nacional
  • Parque Nacional de Brasilia
  • Pontão do Lago Sul

Amazon Rainforest

ACCOMMODATIONS IN BRAZIL

To help you with making your 2 week stay in Brazil more convenient, book hotels and resorts in advance. This will not only give you more choices (before peak season), but it will also help you save some money.

Rio de Janeiro

Sao Paulo

Brasilia

Amazon Rainforest

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SUMMARY OF 2 WEEKS IN BRAZIL

Brazil is undoubtedly a vibrant country in scenery and culture-wise. However, there are some final reminders that we need to impart before you plan your 2 weeks in Brazil. For instance, when visiting Amazon, taking a yellow fever vaccine is mandatory.

Also, don’t forget to put on mosquito repellant lotion, as there can be tons of mosquitos in this place. Take note that you wouldn’t be able to withdraw after 10 pm so make sure that you do so beforehand. Avoid going to favelas unless you’re on a guided tour, as it could be dangerous, especially for tourists.
And there you have it.

I hope that you found these itineraries for 2 weeks in Brazil helpful.

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Discover Brazil affordably by exploring Rio de Janeiro's beaches, hiking in the Amazon rainforest, experiencing the vibrant culture of Salvador, and relaxing in the colonial town of Paraty. Opt for budget accommodations like hostels or guesthouses. via @twoweektraveller