Budget Tours & Trips to Brazil
Are you ready for Brazil? Imagine exploring Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf, visiting the colorful Selarón Staircase, then touring the iconic Maracanã Stadium? Experience the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls, enjoy the Rafain Churrascaria show. Brazil's energy is absolutely infectious, and one visit will never be enough.
10 best cheap Brazil tour packages
Compiled by
NadineBrazil travel expert at TourRadar
- 9 Day Nature Escape: Essence of Bahia
- Colors of Brazil: 9-Day Rio, Foz do Iguaçu & Salvador Adventure
- Brazil Experience
- Rio +Angra and Ilha Grande day tour (5 Days)
- Salvador and Chapada Diamantina Eco Adventure (8 days)
- Amazon Ultimate Adventure for Thrill Seekers 6 Days/5 Nights
- Rio To Manaus Via The Guianas (62 Days)
- Wonders of Brazil: From Rio to the Amazon & Iguazu Falls
- Bonito and Pantanal Eco Adventure (7 days)
- Salvador and Chapada Diamantina Trekking - Vale do Pati (10 days)
Spend 6 days in Brazil with 3 nights in Salvador and 2 nights in Morro de São Paulo at 4-star hotels including daily breakfast. Private transfers, catamaran tickets, and guided tours come included, with free beach time on Morro de São Paulo and opportunities to browse Salvador's Mercado Modelo for handicrafts.
Duration 9 days Destinations Salvador, Morro De Sao Paulo Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $242 Operator Signature DMC From
- US$2,180
At around $280 per day, this 9-day trip puts you at Windsor Copain in Rio and Viale Tower Hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, both 3-star with breakfast. Flights between cities include 23kg checked bags, and guided tours take you to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain with knowledgeable local guides.
Duration 9 days Destinations Rio de Janeiro, Foz Do Iguacu, Salvador Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $240 Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,885
25% Off- US$2,164You save $721
At around $150 per day, this trip has 8 nights twin-share stays, 8 breakfasts, and transport via ferries, buses, and taxi boats between Rio, Ilha Grande, Paraty, and Sao Paulo. Free beach games at Copacabana, paddleboarding in Ilha Grande, and a walking tour with cachaça tasting in Paraty keep it affordable.
Duration 9 days Destinations Rio de Janeiro, Ilha Grande, Paraty, Sao Paulo Age Range Ages 18-39 Price Per Day $169 Operator TruTravels From $1,695
10% Off- US$1,526You save $170
Brazilian adventure costs around $70 per day, with Copacabana lodging, breakfast, and Christ the Redeemer visits included. Photo stops at Maracanã Stadium exterior and a 4-hour schooner cruise through Angra dos Reis' islands are part of the package.
Duration 5 days Destinations Rio de Janeiro, Angra dos Reis, Ilha Grande Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $59 Operator HI Travel South America From
10% Off- US$296
At around $160 per day for 8 days, you'll see Salvador's Pelourinho independently and take budget buses between Salvador and Lençóis instead of private rides. Hostel stays in both cities keep costs down, and packing your own lunch for the Cachoeira da Fumaça trek saves even more.
Duration 8 days Destinations Salvador, Lencois Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $73 Operator HI Travel South America From
10% Off- US$585
Amazon expedition priced at approx. $200 daily includes meals, hammock camping, and expert guides. Highlights include the Meeting of Waters, Paraná do Mamori River, and Várzea wildlife viewing.
Duration 6 days Destinations Manaus Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $165 Operator Across Caribbean Excursions From $1,103
10% Off- US$993You save $110
Rio To Manaus Via The Guianas (62 Days)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“While included activities are included, they are few. Optional and other activities are the responsibility of the passengers to locate and book themselves.”
Craig, traveled in January
Brazilian adventures cost approx. $100 per day, covering half the meals and varied accommodations. Travelers camp on remote beaches, rest in local pousadas, and visit Ouro Preto's gold mines, with optional trips to Abrolhos marine park and Amazon wildlife areas.
Duration 62 days Destinations Rio de Janeiro, Teresopolis, Congonhas, Ouro Preto, Itaunas, Abrolhos Marine National Park, Monte Pascoal National Park, Porto Seguro, Salvador, LencoisSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $89 Operator Oasis Overland From
10% Off- US$5,504+$2,300 local payments
Duration 10 days Destinations Rio de Janeiro, Manaus, Amazon Jungle Palace, Foz Do Iguacu Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $309 Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $3,359
8% Off- US$3,090You save $269
At around $280 per day, you'll split time between Bonito HI Hostel with breakfast and Pantanal Jungle Lodge with full board and activities. Float for 1,800 meters in crystal-clear Rio Sucuri alongside fish shoals, then snorkel 1.7 kilometers in Rio da Prata before piranha fishing on Miranda River and joining 4x4 safaris.
Duration 7 days Destinations Campo Grande, Bonito, Pantanal Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $282 Operator HI Travel South America From
8% Off- US$1,974
At approx. $190 per day, the package includes 4 nights in Salvador with breakfast and time to wander Pelourinho's cobblestone streets on your own. Round-trip bus tickets connect Salvador to Lençóis, with 3 nights accommodation in the mountain town as your base for Chapada activities. The Vale do Pati trek features 2 nights in homestays where local families provide all meals.
Duration 10 days Destinations Salvador, Lencois, Chapada Diamantina National Park Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $99 Operator HI Travel South America From
8% Off- US$990
Budget Tours & Trips to Brazil Reviews
- Rio To Manaus Via The Guianas (62 Days)
Be warned this is a bare bones tour where Oasis provides transportation, a way to group prepare food and money for that food when not in town (but no refrigeration and a tight budget), and minimal accomodations. You will normally stay in dorm rooms, often with people not traveling with you, or stay in gas station parking lots in provided tents, some that leaked. While included activities are included, they are few. Optional and other activities are the responsibility of the passengers to locate and book themselves. Accomodations aren't always in town. An example is where the description talks about Devil's Island and the European Spaceport, the only Oasis affordable accommodation in Kourou was a campground 20 km out of town in a town famous for few taxis. So it was next to impossible to visit both of them without 'leaving the truck' for several days and finding our own transportation and own more expensive accomodations. Which some of us did. We lucked out on Kaieteur Falls because we just happened to have the right number of passengers who wanted to go in order to charter a flight and one of the passengers was willing to organize it. But don't count on seeing the falls unless you 'leave the truck' for many days to catch a scheduled flight with enough passengers. In the future I will likely take busses and book my own accomodations to save money and see more. Or go on all inclusive tours. Some people really like the forced social interaction on a budget and some liked they didn't have to think about the transportation or accomodations, only the rest for a bit more cost than self travel. This trip is for them.
- Pantanal Adventure 4D/3N
The tour was good, the only thing that I would like to suggest is about mosquito, they(workers of Pousada Santa Clara) should put mosquito screen to prevent entering of mosquitos. Because of mosquitos, we could not enjoy a meal(the taste was great!). There were so many mosquitos but other things were fantastic!
- Manaus Amazon Jungle Adventure 5D/4N
It was an amazing once-in-a-lifetime trip. Our group was quite small and we all got along very well. Our guide, Matias from Iguana Tours, was incredible. He cooked us an amazing dinner in the jungle over the fire and again for breakfast outdid himself. He was very motivated and knows everything.
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Brazil
What type of accommodation can I expect on budget tours in Brazil?
Budget travelers will find a range of places to stay from basic 3-star hotels to simple jungle lodges. In Rio de Janeiro the options include backpacker-friendly hostels in beach areas like Copacabana and Ipanema. Those heading to the Amazon often stay in rustic lodges near Manaus. Some tours let you stay with local families or camp outdoors. A recent TourRadar guest noted: "The accommodation was very nice and comfortable. Obviously there are lots of insects everywhere including the huts which is expected."
When is the most affordable time to visit Brazil?
Plan your trip during March-May or September-November to find better deals and fewer crowds. These shoulder seasons help avoid the premium rates of summer carnival (December-February) and winter break (July-August). Hotels in Rio de Janeiro often cut prices by 30-40% during April-May. The Amazon stays relatively steady in price but sees fewer visitors in shoulder season making for a more relaxed experience.
What's included in entrance fees on budget Brazil tours?
Standard packages generally cover major sites like Christ the Redeemer (25 USD entry) and Tijuca National Park. Extra activities such as the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car ride (40 USD) usually cost more. A TourRadar visitor noted: "Taking an optional boat trip in Iguazu Falls (you may purchase this additional activity upon arrival) is another way to enjoy the day."
What's included in meal plans for budget tours in Brazil?
Your tour typically covers hotel breakfast plus select meals during excursions. Amazon tours tend to include all meals while city tours in places like Rio or Salvador provide breakfast only. A recent guest reported: "The included breakfast at Gamboa Rio Hotel was plentiful and during our Amazon stay all meals were fresh and authentic Brazilian cuisine. We only needed to budget extra for lunch and dinner in the cities."
How much additional money should I budget for meals not included?
Set aside 25-40 USD daily for meals outside your tour package. City restaurants in Rio offer set lunch menus called pratos feitos for 10-15 USD. Dinner runs 15-25 USD. Smaller destinations like Paraty or Manaus tend to cost less. One traveler shared: "We found great value at local restaurants in Copacabana averaging 30 USD per day for two meals including drinks."
What's the best way to save money on activities during free days?
Free activities in Rio include lounging on Copacabana and Ipanema beaches walking the vibrant Selaron Steps or exploring the bohemian Santa Teresa district. In Salvador wander through the historic Pelourinho area at no cost. A traveler suggested: "We saved money by exploring Rio's beaches and free attractions like the Metropolitan Cathedral then splurging only on must-do activities like Sugarloaf Mountain."
How much should I budget for local transportation during free time?
Getting around Brazilian cities costs about 10-15 USD per day. Rio's metro charges roughly 1 USD per ride with buses costing even less. Rideshare services and taxis work well for quick trips. According to one visitor: "Using Rio's efficient metro system saved us lots of money costing only about 5 USD per day for multiple rides between Copacabana and the city center."