Your Travel Experience with Finest Journeys
Tijuca Forest Yoga, Botanical Gardens & Isabela Capeto's Studio
Spend your first day in tranquility with a yoga class, a walk through a botanical garden, and the studio of a prominent Brazilian designer. Your morning begins with a yoga session led by an experienced teacher in Tijuca National Park, the world’s largest urban rainforest and a model of successful reforestation. Spanning the hills around Rio, this man-made forest provides a peaceful contrast to the energy of the city. The walk to the yoga site follows trails past waterfalls, orchid gardens, and fruit trees, all thriving in this protected environment. After being transferred from the hotel, guests will follow the guide and teacher along quiet paths to a suitable open area for the class. There's time before and after the session to appreciate the surrounding landscape on foot. Following yoga and a break for lunch, the day continues with a visit to Rio de Janeiro’s Botanical Garden, located in the city’s South Zone. Established in 1822, it houses over 6,000 plant species from Brazil and beyond, as well as tamarins and colourful birds. Historic features such as the old gunpowder factory and Solar da Imperatriz add to its character. The final stop is the studio of Isabela Capeto, one of Brazil’s most respected fashion designers, whose intricate embroidery reflects a distinct design style. The day concludes with a return transfer to the hotel.