8 days in Brazil Itinerary

Divided between island and mainland, the distinctive city of Florianopolis charms visitors on first arrival with its impressive skyline.

Florianopolis is known for beaches, historic sites, sightseeing, shopping, and nature. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: kick back and relax at Praia Mole, identify plant and animal life at Lagoinha do Leste, wander the streets of Jurere Internacional, and get to know the fascinating history of Santo Antonio de Lisboa.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Florianopolis trip itinerary planner.

Auckland, New Zealand to Florianopolis is an approximately 27-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 15 hours traveling from Auckland to Florianopolis. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Auckland in December: high temperatures in Florianopolis hover around 32°C and lows are around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) early enough to drive to Curitiba.

The word "Brazil" isn't often mentioned in the same breath as "excellent urban planning"--except in Curitiba.

On the 30th (Sat), take in the exciting artwork at Casa Andrade Muricy, tour the pleasant surroundings at Parque Barigui, and then make a trip to Bairro de Santa Felicidade.

To find maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Curitiba travel itinerary planner.

Drive from Florianopolis to Curitiba in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Florianopolis in December since evenings lows in Curitiba dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sun) early enough to travel back home.