São Paulo and Ilhabela

You will arrive at São Paulo Airport, where you will be received and transferred to your hotel by your private English-speaking guide. Enjoy and get your first impression of the city on the way! At night, you are free to relax at the hotel or explore the city.

As multinational as its diverse population of more than 11 million, this city offers excellent dining experiences, it would not be strange to come here just to eat. Still, renowned museums and art are just as fundamental as the food here. The city is always welcoming tourists looking for its diversification and good nightlife options.

On this day, you will visit the central and historic region of São Paulo. First, you will stop by the Mercadão Municipal, a historic and gastronomic experience right in the center of the city of São Paulo. The building opened in 1933 and is an important tourist spot in the city. After that, you will head to Viaduto do Chá, where the city hall is located. It is one of the main symbols of the city and the center of São Paulo. At the opposite end of City Hall, you will pass by the wonderful Municipal Theater.

In the afternoon, you will visit Batman's Alley, located in the bohemian and charming neighborhood of Vila Madalena. It is an important tourist attraction in São Paulo. Where you will see super colorful walls (including great backdrops for photos) composed of art by various graffiti artists. 

After that, enjoy São Paulo's nightlife scene by having a meal or a cold beer at one of the many trendy restaurants or bars in the area.

You will be transferred to discover the city and the vibrant lifestyle of São Paulo, and learn about its history! You will walk down Avenida Paulista, one of the most important public places in the city of São Paulo. The first stop: you will pass Japan House, a charming place dedicated to Japanese culture. Across the street, you will arrive at Casa das Rosas, a culture that hosts various events and exhibitions in an old mansion with a super nice garden, where you can stop for a cup of coffee. Second stop: you will continue the route to Sesc Avenida Paulista, where you will take the elevator that goes straight to the top floor, where the café is, and enjoy the incredible view. Finally, you will visit the MASP, the São Paulo Museum of Art. The impressive building designed by Lina Bo Bardi and its free span is the main symbol of the city.

In the afternoon, you will visit Ibirapuera Park is one of the largest and most famous parks in São Paulo, Brazil. It covers over 150 hectares and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. You will walk towards the park's central lake where you'll see different attractions and museums around such as the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) and finally, you will stop by the Monument to the Bandeiras, a massive sculpture that depicts the pioneers who explored and settled Brazil. The monument is located near the south entrance and is a symbol of São Paulo's rich history and culture.

At the scheduled time, your driver will transfer you from your hotel in São Paulo to the port town of São Sebastião, then catch a ferry to Ilhabela. You will check into your hotel and after that, you will explore Ilhabela's beaches and hiking trails such as Praia do Curral, Praia do Julião, Praia da Feiticeira, Praia do Bonete, and the Toca Waterfall.

After a long beach day, you will head to the historic center to sample some of the island's local cuisine.