Brazil Christmas Holidays

Brazil may not be the first country that comes to mind when you’re planning your next festive getaway, but this big, bold and beautiful country is fabulous during our winter. The weather is mild and dry, the cities and resort areas are quieter and cheaper than during the summer months and you can experience the country’s vibrant yuletide traditions, including the Presépios (Nativity scenes) and Os Pastores (Christmas plays). Whether you aim for the buzzing beaches of Rio or the dense undergrowth of the Amazon rainforest, Christmas in Brazil won’t disappoint.

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"The accommodation perfectly matched our needs, and we loved the app, destination document, playlist and reading list. Our Concierge was really responsive and quick, and the Original Services were absolutely perfect - these are both reasons why we would come back to Original Travel. There were a few specific memorable moments, including a music and dance show and bike trip in Salvador, a football match in Rio and the lovely hotel in Buzios. Thank you so much for a memorable holiday!"
D - UK
Published on 24th September 2025
"This was truly the trip of a lifetime - really personalised service, brilliant itinerary, seamlessly organised, and the app and Concierges were so useful. We loved it all. The local guides were also brilliant and we learnt so much from them all. The gifted football tickets (plus driver and guide) on our first night were so special and something we have never had from any other tour company. All in all, a 10/10, 5-star experience! Thank you all."
S - UK
Published on 13th August 2025
"The booking process was very smooth and attentive. The accommodation was magical - the hotels were perfect and the arrangements seamless, it was a fantastic experience. "
J - USA
Published on 12th August 2025

With so much to do and see in Brazil, our travel experts are on hand to help tailor-make your Brazil Christmas holidays so that they fulfil your every festive fantasy. You could travel to Bahia, to explore the musical and cultural capital of Brazil’s north-eastern state, where Brazil’s African roots thrive. One of the main draws of the city is the multicoloured UNESCO-listed neighbourhood of Pelourinho, which is dotted with colonial buildings and beautiful baroque churches. Experience the Christmas traditions of Brazil’s cities, with feasting, music and dancing taking place on Christmas Eve.


If you fancy an adventure on your Christmas holidays in Brazil, head to the Amazon – Brazil is home to 60% of this incredible green world. Canoe down flooded waterways in search of caimans, pink dolphins and piranhas, meet jungle tribes and stay in luxury eco-lodges. If you fancy a beach break during your Christmas in Brazil, go straight to the east and west of Brazil for a holiday in Buzios and Costa Verde. In Buzios, pick a beach from the 20 in the vicinity and go windsurfing, surfing, diving, riding, trekking, biking or sailing. Make your way to the south-west of Rio and you’ll find the lush lands of Costa Verde, where you can explore charming coastal villages and beautiful beaches and get a taste of the chilled-out surfing culture.



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