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Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
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Our Team
Steppes Travel is made by the people who work here. Incredible holidays are made possible because of their vast travel experience and the great enthusiasm they bring to their work.
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Our Tour Experts
We carefully select our experts based on their knowledge, companionship and influence, ensuring that you can travel with the most knowledgeable leaders in the field.
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Heroes and Heroines
The people who lead the way when it comes to those things which matter to us: exploration, the environment, women’s empowerment and education.
Paraty
Driving south of Rio along the stunning Costa Verde, come across colonial Paraty with its cobbled streets and pretty whitewashed colonial buildings covered in pink and purple bougainvillea.
Originally part of the gold trail from Ouro Preto in Minas Gerais, during the gold boom of the 18th century, Paraty is a UNESCO-listed town which has changed little since this time. A backdrop of jungle-clad mountains and the beautiful Bay in front make Paraty an idyllic spot to experience a taste of authentic Brazil.
A little more about Paraty
Wander along the car-free cobbled streets climbing the walls, visiting the ornate churches, art galleries and boutiques before ending the day at one of the town’s excellent restaurants. Paraty has a busy cultural calendar with main events such as FLIP – Paraty International Literary Festival, Paraty em Foco international photography festival, various jazz and blues events and of course Carnival, with its mud party on nearby Jabaquara Beach!
Experiences
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Suggested Itinerary
Highlights of Brazil
Unveiling some of the most visually stunning landscapes in Brazil, this adventure journeys from the dazzling cityscapes of Rio to the cascading dual-nation treasure of Iguacu Falls, and from the wildlife-dense ecosystem of the Pantanal to the turquoise beaches of Paraty.
Brazil
Casa Turquesa Paraty
Casa Turquesa is a charming boutique hotel set in the heart of colonial Paraty, close to the port. The hotel offers nine comfortable and cosy rooms, all set around a pretty courtyard, with views of the…
Brazil
Pousada Literaria
The Pousada Literaria is located in the historical centre of Paraty, 300 metres from the port. The Pousada is in a fully restored colonial house, furnished to a very high standard with 23 spacious rooms and…
Brazil
Pousada do Sandi
Pousada do Sandi occupies a former 18th-century schoolhouse in the heart of Paraty, and sits within easy walking distance of the popular harbour area. This charming colonial-style guest house offers 26 rooms and suites, all brightly…
Brazil
Casa Paraty
Casa Paraty is located on a cobblestone street close to the harbour, shops, bars and restaurants of the colonial town of Paraty. This historical merchant’s house has been completely renovated to a high standard with traditional…
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Roxy Dukes
Roxy loves to delve into South American culture, so Brazil is always at the top of her hit list. From eating tapioca served from local food carts to the art of capoeira dancing, she loves to find new experiences to share with her wayfaring clients.
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