Brazil: New Year in Rio de Janeiro and Iguazú
The trip in a nutshell
What better way to spend New Years than in Brazil with a bunch of new friends?! We will party, relax on stunning beaches, eat amazing food and cheers to the New Year together on this epic 11 day adventure that will leave us with memories to last a lifetime.
Our trip will begin in Rio, one of the most vibrant cities in the world , where we will spend a week exploring the city at our own pace, including the Maracana stadium , Christ the Redeemer - one of the seven wonders of modern world - Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana , before enjoying the beaches, New Year's Eve celebrations and exploring the surrounding area. After enjoying the beauty of Rio, we head south, where we will contemplate one of the seven wonders of the natural world, the spectacular Iguazu Falls, which we will admire from the Brazilian side and the Argentinian side, before finishing our trip to Rio , where we will spend our last Brazilian day. It will be impossible to visit this country without being overwhelmed by its effervescent vitality, which we are sure to take with us.
Trip type
360º - it's our great classic that allows you to discover the destination in all its aspects. We recommend packing a backpack rather than a suitcase as there will be lots of moving around.
Physical rating
MODERATE - this itinerary may involve hiking or other activities that require a moderate amount of physical effort. Be prepared for some potential long transfers and early wake up calls!
Entry requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip begins and ends in Rio de Janeiro. Aim to arrive on the first day by 5pm - on the last day you are free to leave whenever!
What's included
10 nights accommodation in shared rooms with a private bathroom
All breakfasts
Rio de Janeiro city tour with a local guide for with entrances and lunch Included on Day 2
Day trip to Prainha and Grumari beaches on day 3
New Year's Eve on the beach with a food buffet and unlimited drinks
2-day excursion to Iguazu Falls
boat trip “under” the falls
entrance fee for the Brazilian and Argentinian shores
guided tour in English
1 lunch (excluding drinks)
Return flight from Rio de Janeiro - Foz Iguazu
Hotel - airport transfer in Rio de Janeiro on day 8
Airport transfer - hotel in Iguazu on day 8
Hotel-airport transfer for Iguazu on day 10
Transfer from airport to hotel in Rio de Janeiro on day 10
Travel coordinator services
Cancellation up to 31 days before departure — 100% refund (deposit refunded as travel credit) or option to change trips.
Itinerary
Welcome to Brazil!
Check-in: our adventure begins in Rio
Round trip flights are not included in the package, so you can choose from where and when you want to fly. This is to give you maximum freedom of choice!
Check-in at the hotel in Rio de Janeiro and meet the rest of your group! We find ourselves in one of the most vibrant cities in the world, and we immediately let ourselves be carried away by the rhythm of the music and the cheerfulness that we breathe almost everywhere here. Ready for the days to come?
Included: overnight stay, breakfast
Not included: airport transfer, meals and drinks
Rio de Janeiro: from Christ the Redeemer to Sugarloaf
Discovering Rio
We dedicate this first official day of the trip to the discovery of Rio: with our local guide, we explore the Rio Cathedral, the Selaròn staircase and, of course, we cannot miss Christ the Redeemer , one of the seven wonders of the modern world. We finish with the dizzying Bondinho cable car, thanks to which we reach the Pão de Açùcar , the emblematic mountain of Rio made of granite and quartzite, from where we can enjoy a sublime panorama which will be even more fascinating at sunset . On the other side, the majestic Copacabana beach and on the other, the center of Rio de Janeiro. The spectacular panorama is the undisputed merit of this city. We spend the evening in the most famous clubs and bars in Rio .
Included: overnight stay with breakfast, visit to Rio with entrance fees and lunch included (drinks and desserts at participants' expense)
Money pot: possible activities and transport
Not included: meals and drinks not mentioned
Piedra do Telégrafo, Grumari Beach and Prainha Beach
Optical effects and dream beaches
Obviously, the trick is there but you don't see it! What are we talking about! Not far from Rio lives a very famous Instagram star... he's not really a star but rather a rock : the Pedra do Telégrafo is in fact famous on social media for its magnificent view and for the pleasure of fooling his friends and his family with the optical illusion . Indeed, depending on the angle from which the photo is taken, we have the impression that the person is hanging from the rock and that they will fall at any moment. Obviously, we're ready to take that epic photo ! But the photo must be deserved: to get to this famous rock, which requires a bit of trekking - we assure you that the view is worth it and that from there, we can decide the next beach to visit . From Praia do Grumari (beach - let's start learning Brazilian Portuguese) and Praia Prainha to the small coves, you are spoiled for choice , and what's more, after the climb, there is the descent... and the sea !
Included: overnight stay with breakfast, transfer from and to Praia do Grumari/Prainha
Money pot: possible activities and transport
Not included: meals and drinks
Rio de Janeiro: 4 days to celebrate the New Year and explore the surroundings
Beach parties, relaxation and free time
It's the dawn of a new year and, let's face it, we've been waiting for this moment all our lives : finally, after years of anxiety and stress, we know how to answer the dreaded question "But what what are you doing for New Year’s Eve?” with "we're going to a party on the beach, in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro... and you?". It will be a crazy night to celebrate the arrival of the new year, with your feet in the sand and a caipirinha in your hand - besides, the drinks are unlimited !
The next day is, of course, dedicated to total relaxation , while the third and fourth days we will have the opportunity to make excursions to the beautiful beaches of Arraial do Cabo : this is an optional option , but which definitely worth it ! With our coordinator and our travel buddies, we can personalize these days according to our interests and decide together which optional activities we want to add to this magnificent adventure .
Included: overnight stay with breakfast and New Year's Eve evening with buffet and unlimited drinks
Money pot: optional activities and transport
Not included: meals and drinks not mentioned
Iguazu Falls, one of the seven wonders of the natural world
Back to Iguazú
We wake up early and set off to discover this fantastic country ! We take a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Iguazu Falls, one of the 7 wonders of the natural world . There are no less than 275 waterfalls with heights of up to 80 meters , extending over 2.7 km and with a flow rate of 1.8 million liters of water per second . A crazy scenario that is difficult to describe.
Iguazú on the Brazilian side
Iguazú Falls is accessible from three different countries: Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Upon arrival , we will have lunch with a unique view of the falls , while in the afternoon we will visit the Brazilian side on an excursion that will last approximately 4 hours. We're ready to get wet, aren't we?
Included: overnight stay with breakfast, domestic flight from Rio to Iguazú, guided tour of Iguazú Falls (Brazilian side), 2 return airport transfers
Money pot: possible activities or transport
Not included: meals and drinks
At the foot of the Iguazú Falls, Argentinian side
Iguazú and the Argentinian side
The sensations on the Brazilian side of the falls will be indescribable, but the Argentinian side will be no less so. You will have the choice between the upper circuit and the lower circuit: both routes will allow you to admire breathtaking views . The first runs about 1,800 meters on a path beside the waterfalls, on the circular chain that starts from the Dos Hermanas waterfalls, crosses the Chico, Ramírez, Bosetti, Adán y Eva and Bernabé Méndez waterfalls to the Garganta del Diablo. The second, about 1,700 meters long, takes place inside the forest, passing at the foot of the Dos Hermanas, Chico and Ramírez waterfalls to arrive in front of the large wall of water of the Bosetti waterfall.
At the foot of the waterfalls
The adventure does not stop there ! A spectacular and fun inflatable boat ride awaits you, allowing you to see the waterfalls from a different point of view. Only clothing required: swimsuit and life jacket. The great adventure begins when you go up the river with increasingly strong waves as you approach the falls. We will take a small train through nature which will lead to the Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) where all the power of the falls is unleashed and which is often described as an ocean disappearing into an abyss. We will then go back down to go around the island of San Martin and pass under the Salto San Martin waterfall . An experience not to be missed and full of adrenaline.
Included: overnight stay with breakfast, boat trip to Iguazu Falls (Argentinian side), lunch (drinks not included)
Money pot: possible activities and transport
Not included: meals and drinks
Last day in Rio: relaxation on Ipanema beach
Relaxing on the beach
We return to Rio and take advantage of this day to relax. Ipanema , one of the city's most beautiful beaches, reflects the diversity of Carioca society, with its wide tree-lined boulevards and open-air bars where the samba beat never lets up. At dinner, however, it will be time to relive all our past adventures together and indulge in one last night of partying in true Brazilian style - there's no going back
Included: overnight stay with breakfast and domestic flight from Iguazú to Rio, 2 transfers from and to the airport
Money pot: possible activities
Not included: meals and drinks
Goodbye Brazil!
Check out and goodbye
Check-out and goodbye – until your next WeRoad adventure!
End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.

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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
We offer several payment methods to fit every need:
1. Credit or prepaid card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express);
2. Instalment payment with Scalapay up to €4,999 (only available with the “Full trip payment” option – not available with the “Deposit and balance” option; pay in 3 instalments up to €1,200 or in 4 instalments over €1,200);
3. PayPal (for selected destinations);
4. Revolut Pay to pay even faster straight from your Revolut account;
5. Welfare credit – BEFORE BOOKING, reach out to us at [email protected].
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you’ll also be able to pay the balance via bank transfer from your Personal Area.
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
Even if we don't know the flights of all WeRoaders, there are several ways to find out which flights your travel companions have purchased.
1. Each WeRoader has the ability to communicate their flight details after booking within their personal area so that other travel companions can see the details anonymously. Enter your booking and you will find this section:
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2. If you want to find out before booking, instead, you can contact us and we will support you in your search or you can ask your travel companions for direct information by joining our Facebook group 'WeRoad... let's get to know each other before leaving! (official)' – (here is the extended link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weroadit) look for a post associated with your trip, or ask the group administrators for help in getting in touch with your future adventure companions!
If the coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you are interested in, you can easily find his/her presentation post in the group through the site: in the shift list click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip tab, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator name] about this shift in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curious to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can see this by finding the trip on our website, and clicking the down arrow to see the ages & genders of participants. You'll need to have created a WeRoad account with us to do this.
Any issues finding this info just give our team in the office a call, we're always happy to help!
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!