Travel back to the golden age of the beautiful game on our 10-day escorted football tour of Brazil, the most successful football nation in history and five-time FIFA World Cup winners. This is a journey into the heart of a country where football is poetry, rhythm and identity.

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Begin in São Paulo, Brazil’s footballing engine room, where legendary clubs, iconic stadiums and fierce rivalries tell the story of generations raised on the game. Walk the same paths as heroes who shaped world football and feel the traditions that continue to inspire new stars.

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After three nights, pause the football pilgrimage with a visit to the majestic Iguazu Falls, a reminder of Brazil’s natural beauty and power.

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The journey then leads to Rio de Janeiro, where memories of Pelé, Garrincha and unforgettable World Cup moments still echo through the Maracanã Stadium. Here, football is more than a sport — it’s a shared memory passed from one generation to the next.

Itinerary*

Day 1

Arrive and check into our hotel in Sao Paulo before we head out to historic Pacaembu stadium and the Museo do Futebol.  Here we will discover the history of the 5 time World Cup winners at this extensive and interactive museum.  We will then enjoy a welcome dinner and some of the local Brazilian cuisine.

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Day 2

Today we head to Santos for the story of Pele and the club where he played at for 18 years winning 6 league titles and 2 Copa Libertadores titles.  Before we leave Santos we will visit the Museu do Café to discover the history and importance of coffee to the Brazilian economy.  In the evening we will experience our first Brazilian football match, watching one of the big four teams in San Paulo.

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Day 3

In the morning we will visit the stadium and museum of Corinthians Paulista, the team that was inspired by the English amateur team Corinthians F.C. that toured Brazil in 1910.  We will enjoy our second match in Sao Paulo later in the day.

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Day 4

After breakfast we leave Sao Paulo and head south to the Brazilian-Argentinian boarder.  We will catch a 2 hour flight to Foz do Iguaçu where we marvel in the natural beauty of the Iguazu Falls, the widest waterfalls in the world.

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Day 5

After our overnight stay in Foz do Iguaçu we will travel north to Rio de Janeiro.

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Day 6

On our first full day in Rio we visit a local favela to discover the impoverished side of Brazil and the importance of football to those with little else.  In the evening we will enjoy the unique experience of football in Rio for the first time.

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Day 7

Today we visit some of the most iconic sites in Brazil.  After exploring the Santa Teresa (Selaron Steps) we take the Corcovado train ​​to the summit of the mountain to admire the imposing Christ the Redeemer statue.  From here we will enjoy excellent elevated view of Rio and Sugarloaf Mountain.​

Day 8

We are joined by South American football guru Tim Vickery to discovery some of key areas of Brazilian football history.  Tim will take us on a guided tour of the oldest stadium in Brazil, The Laranjeiras Stadium before we visit the stunning home stadium of Vasco da Gama.  We will then be treated to a guided tour of the Maracanã Stadium, a venue full of history having held two world cup finals.

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Day 9

We visit the famous Copacabana beach where the samba beat is very much on display in front of the Sugarloaf Mountain.  In Rio, the beach isn’t just for relaxing — it’s a social and athletic space.  Relax with a caipirinha and enjoy the activity on display as locals play football and volleyball.

After a relaxing day we head off to watch our fourth match in Brazil.

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Day 10

Today we head to the Feira da Gloria market, a classic Brazilian open-air market to soak in the local culture.  Explore the wide range of local produce and try the sugarcane juice and fresh local fruits.

As this is our final day we will enjoy a farewell dinner together in the evening.  We will enjoy a rodízio de churrasco, a traditional Brazilian bbq that is served on rotation with the waiter bringing different grilled items to the table.  This will be the perfect opportunity to reflect on a great week with your new found friends.

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Day 11

We say goodbye or most likely you will exchange contact details to stay in touch with each other.

We will watch two matches in Sao Paulo and two in Rio de Janeiro.  The exact matches will depend on the finalisation of fixtures however we aim to watch the following teams;

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*In Sao Paulo  - two from Corinthians, Sao Paulo, Santos or Palmeiras

*In Rio de Janeiro - two from Fluminense, Flamengo, Vasco da Gama or Botafogo