Overview
Be There When Brazil Kicks off the World Cup!
Be one of the first to experience World Cup fever in exciting Sao Paulo! Known as the cultural capital of Brazil, Sampa (as it's affectionately known by the locals) will host the opening match of the 2014 World Cup and in this city, football is just the beginning. Join Roadtrips and experience the best of this world-class city: the first-rate museums, sleek hotels, some of the best nightclubs and restaurants on the planet, and of course, the beautiful game.
Customize your World Cup Opening Match in Sao Paulo Package by contacting one of our sports travel experts at 1-800-465-1765 or submitting a Custom Trip Quote.
World Cup Opening Match in Sao Paulo Packages include:
- Your choice of accommodations in Sao Paulo
- Roundtrip private transfers from the airport to the hotel, including personalized meet & greet upon arrival
- Match Day Experience for the Opening Match, including dedicated roundtrip transfers to Arena Corinthians
- Full breakfast daily
- Onsite hosts and local assistance
- Brazil-based travel services concierge
- Commemorative gift package
- Brazil welcome kit
- Personalized itinerary
- Expert pre-trip travel planning and concierge services of the Roadtrips At-Your-Service Desk™
- All taxes and service charges
Optional Add-Ons and Possibilities:
- Extra nights
- Custom tailored adventures and excursions throughout South America to suit your tastes and desires
- City tours
- Private guides
- Dinner reservations
- Spa treatments
- Transportation between World Cup cities
- Private transfers (sedan, limousine, luxury motor coach)
- Airfare (economy, first class, private jet)
Custom five night World Cup Opening Match in Sao Paulo Packages available from $6,975 (based on double occupancy)
*Roadtrips is in no way associated with FIFA, the Organizing Committee for the FIFA World Cup, Brazil 2014, MATCH Services or MATCH Hospitality. FIFA's official ticket site is www.fifa.com/tickets.
Your Hotel
Your First Class Accommodations in São Paulo
Tivoli Mofarrej São Paulo | Bourbon Convention Hotel Ibirapuera
Tivoli Mofarrej São Paulo
Alameda Santos, 1437 Cerqueira César, São Paulo, Brazil
With an enviable location in the Jardins district, right in the heart of cosmopolitan São Paulo, the Tivoli offers the city's best at its doorstep. This five-star property exudes style and elegance while still providing a cozy, intimate atmosphere for its guests. Renovated rooms shower guests in pure luxury with their modern amenities and contemporary decor. The Elements Spa is a highlight, and an indulgence not to be missed. For those who love fine food, Arola Vintetres Restaurant, located on the 23rd floor, promises to delight with chef Sergi Arola's traditional Brazilian dishes. Quite simply, the Tivoli is THE place to stay in São Paulo.
- Ideally located in the exclusive Jardins district
- Member of the Leading Hotels of the World
- Crowned "Best Hotel in Brazil" by Brazil Travel News (2010)
- Elements Spa by Banyan Tree
- Award-winning cuisine at Arola Vintetres Restaurant
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
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Bourbon Convention Hotel Ibirapuera
Avenida Ibirapuera, 2927, São Paulo, Brazil
Located in the heart of the desirable Moema district, next door to shopping and dining, the Bourbon Convention Hotel Ibirapuera is ideally located for a visit to beautiful São Paulo. This well-appointed property offers all the modern conveniences with a long list of amenities to ensure a wonderful stay. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the indoor pool, a detoxifying steam in the sauna, or a challenging workout in the fitness room. Guest rooms are roomy, with wonderful beds to ensure a good night's sleep. With a business center and complimentary wi-fi, you'll have everything you need to stay connected during your stay.
- Located in desirable Moema, next door to shopping mall and restaurants
- Restaurant and 24 hour room service
- Indoor heated pool and sauna
- Fitness center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
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Map
Brazil Area Map
World Cup Host Cities
Host City Name: Belo Horizonte
Stadium: Estadio Mineirao
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 1 hour flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 1 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Belo Horizonte, which is Portuguese for “beautiful horizon” is the sixth-most populous city in Brazil with just over 2.4 million residents. The city was carefully planned with beautiful green areas to compliment the spectacular parks that surround it.
Estadio Mineirao is one of the most historic venues in Brazilian football and is the home to Atletico Mineiro and Cruzeiro. The stadium will be renovated prior to the start of the World Cup and has a capacity of 66,805.
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Host City Name: Brasilia
Stadium: Estadio Nacional De Brasilia
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 2 hour flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 2 hour flight (Direct)
Brasilia was officially founded in 1960 as the new capital city of Brazil and is the only city in the world to be declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO despite being constructed in the 20th century. The city features unique architecture as well as the majority of Brazil’s federal administration offices, which were moved to Brasilia as part of its status as the capital city.
The Estadio Nacional De Brasilia, which will be built on the site of the city’s previous stadium will have a capacity of 70,042. The stadium is due for completion at the end of 2012 and will feature unique architecture to compliment the established design that Brasilia is famous for.
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Host City Name: Cuiaba
Stadium: Arena Pantanal
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 4 hour 30 minute flight (1 Stop)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 2 hour flight (Direct)
Cuiaba is the geographic centre of South America and is home to over half a million residents. Cuiaba also features three of Brazil’s most important ecosystems including the savannahs of Cerrado, the wetlands of the Pantanal and the Amazon.
The Arena Pantanal will be a completely new build focusing on sustainability and environmentally friendly practices given its close proximity to so much natural beauty. This stadium will have a capacity of 42,968 and has already obtained the nickname “O Verãdo” or “The Big Green”.
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Host City Name: Curitiba
Stadium: Arena da Baixada
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 1 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 50 minute flight (Direct)
The city of Curitiba features a culturally diverse population of 1.8 million and hosts a number of beautiful natural areas such as the Tingui Park. The city also draws attention to its rich culture and love of the arts with its impressive architecture.
The Arena da Baixada is considered to be one of Brazil’s most modern and well-appointed stadiums and is home to the Atletico Paranaense. However, not to be surpassed by the other stadiums in Brazil receiving makeovers for the upcoming World Cup, the Arena will be undergoing renovations set to be completed at the end of 2012 and will have a capacity of 40,000.
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Host City Name: Fortaleza
Stadium: Estadio Castelao
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 3 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 3 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Fortaleza is a main tourist destiation located in the north-east of Brazil, and boasts wonderful beaches that have gained popularity for different reasons, from traditional fairs and restaurants to exciting bars and nightlife. Beyond the beaches, Fortaleza, which is Portuguese for “fortress” is also the site of Schoonenborch Fort, which illustrates how the city was affected while under Dutch control.
Estadio Castelao is home to Fortaleza’s two most popular football clubs, Ceara and Fortaleza, and will be completely renovated prior to the World Cup. The renovations will not only expand the stadiums capacity to 64,165, but will also feature a new roof to cover its tiers.
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Host City Name: Manaus
Stadium: Arena Amazonia
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 4 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 4 hour flight (Direct)
Manaus is located at the meeting of the dark-coloured waters of the Negro (Black) River and the muddy waters of the Solimões (Amazon) River, which is an incredible sight to behold. The city has a population exceeding two million residents and along with its unique natural beauty has maintained its vibrant local traditions alongside its continued modernization.
The Arena Amazonia, which will be newly built for the World Cup features a dramatic metal shell designed to look like the straw baskets the region is famous for producing. Given the city’s position in the heart of the Amazonian Rainforest, the 42,377-seat stadium will be sustainably built to ensure a positive legacy for the future.
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Host City Name: Natal
Stadium: Estadio das Dunas
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 3 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 3 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
This city was founded in the 16th Century on December 25th, and is why Natal, which is Portuguese for “Christmas” received its name. Today, Natal is a preferred destination for foreigners visiting Brazil because of its spectacular beaches as well as its average of 300 days of sun during the year.
The new Estadio das Dunas is being built especially for the World Cup and will sit upon site of the city’s former football stadium. The new stadium received its name and the incredible and unique façade from the sand dunes that the region is famous for.
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Host City Name: Porto Alegre
Stadium: Estadio Beira-Rio
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 2 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 3 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Porto Alegre is recognized as one of Brazil’s greenest cities as its population of 1.4 million is almost matched by its number of trees and green spaces. Porto Alegre is one of the few major cities in Brazil that has cold winters, which at times can include snow and subzero temperatures.
The Estadio Beira-Rio was originally opened in 1969 and took almost ten years to build with fans helping complete the stadium by donating bricks, cement and iron to the project. This much-loved stadium will be renovated in preparation for the World Cup and will feature a capacity of 50,287.
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Host City Name: Recife
Stadium: Arena Pernambuco
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 3 hour flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 3 hour flight (Direct)
Recife, which is Portuguese for “reef” originally existed as the port that connected a village called Olinda to the Atlantic. Today, Recife not only features one of the most famous urban beaches in the region, Boa Viagem, but because of its Dutch roots, also has plentiful historical sights including the Orange Fort and the City of Olinda, which was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in the 1980s.
The Arena Pernambuco will be newly built for the World Cup. Given the city already hosts three historic Brazilian Football Clubs, its passion for the Game cannot be denied. The Arena will seat 43,921 spectators and is expected to act as an economic catalyst in the area of Grande Recife where the stadium will be built.
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Host City Name: Rio De Janeiro
Stadium: Estadio Do Maracana
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: -
Flight from Sao Paolo: 1 hour flight (Direct)
Rio de Janeiro is Brazil’s most popular tourist destination and with its six million culturally diverse residents as well as its rich natural beauty, it is no surprise why its popularity continues to grow. Not only does Rio host the exciting and colourful Carnivale, but it also is home to the impressive Sugarloaf Mountain, historic colonial architecture and the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Despite Rio’s continued modernization, it also embraces its natural beauty and diverse past making it an exciting and distinctive destination.
The Estadio Do Maracana is one of the largest stadiums in the world, which has in the past brought in crowds of 200,000. The stadium will see some refurbishment in preparation for 2014, including improved visibility and replacement to all of the seats for its capacity of 76,935 fans. However, the stadium’s layout and famous façade will remain relatively untouched.
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Host City Name: Salvador
Stadium: Arena Fonte Nova
Flight from Rio De Janeiro: 2 hour flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: 2 hour 30 minute flight (Direct)
Salvador was the first urban area to be settled when the Portuguese crown decided to colonize Brazil. Also by virtue of its location on the north-east coast it acted as a major port for the slave trade in South America. Today visitors can still see the significant influence the Portuguese and Afro-decedents have had on the city. The pinnacle of the city is the UNESCO World Heritage Site called Pelourinho, which is the historical centre of town and features beautiful churches and colourful colonial buildings.
The Arena Fonte Nova will be a newly built stadium on the site of the city’s previous football stadium, and has been designed especially for the World Cup. The stadium will feature a lightweight metal roof and seating for 56,000.
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Host City Name: Sao Paulo
Stadium: Arena De Sao Paulo
Flight from Rio De Janeiro:1 hour flight (Direct)
Flight from Sao Paolo: -
Sao Paulo is Brazil’s largest city and ranks among the most populous in the world with over 11 million residents. Known for its unpredictable weather and plentiful rainfall, Sao Paulo is also is the financial and business centre of Brazil, and as a result has an incredibly ethnically and culturally diverse population due to high levels of immigration.
The Arena De Sao Paulo will not only be hosting the World Cup in 2014, but it will also be fulfilling the need for one of the city’s most beloved football clubs, the Corinthians to have a stadium of their own to host Games both before and after the World Cup. The stadium is also expected to provide economic development to the Eastern Zone, which is one of Sao Paulo’s most deprived areas.
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Add Ons
World Cup Add-Ons: South America Excursions
Roadtrips offers a variety of professionally-hosted travel programs to South America's most exciting and distinguished ‘must-see’ attractions. Create your own itinerary using our pre-arranged options that can be combined in any configuration and order to supplement your World Cup experience. Each Roadtrips World Cup Add-On provides a unique and special opportunity to experience the wonders and beauty of South American destinations. From single day privately guided tours, to multi-day excursions and luxury experiences, visit the very best South American destinations with the knowledge and comfort that your every need will be anticipated and taken care of throughout your journey.
Whether you're looking to focus on exploring the wonders of Rio, to take in the beauty of Iguazu Falls, or spend time relaxing on a luxury cruise down the Amazon, each excursion is a deluxe addition to your World Cup trip of a lifetime.
South America Excursions:
Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls Argentina Excursion
Begin your Argentinean adventure by spending three days in the beautiful city of Buenos Aires. Experience the elegance of Europe and the spirit of South America as you explore the vibrant city on your half day tour and by attending a passionate tango show and dinner. Interact with the proud locals that line the streets and pack the café terraces during your leisure day or stroll the many parks and plazas, absorbing the eclectic culture of art and music.
On the fourth day of the tour, you'll check out of your Buenos Aires Hotel and fly to Iguazu Falls, the breathtaking sight that borders both Argentina and Brazil. Over the next two days you will experience the falls from all perspectives by participating in multiple walking tours, going on a thrilling boat tour and even get a beautiful aerial view of the falls on a helicopter ride!
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Machu Picchu Peru Excursion including Lima and Cusco
Experience the rich culture and history of Peru on this six day tour that takes you to multiple hot spots around the country. Start in Lima, Peru's capital, the coastal city that holds a third of the Peruvian population. You will experience the liveliness of the capital on your private tour before you leave the next day for the Sacred Valley. You will explore the key settlement of the Inca Empire spread across the valley as you travel to your luxury hotel. The next morning you will take the train headed to Machu Picchu, the impressive world heritage site that was built around the year of 1450 but abandoned around the time of the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire.
Your fourth day includes a tour of the Huayana Picchu and the opportunity to scale this recognizable peak to take in the unparalleled view. To end your day and to get you to your final Peruvian destination, board the Orient Express Hiram Bingham train back to Cusco. On your final day, Explore Cusco via your private tour, seeing what remains of the Temple of the Sun and the Sacsayhuaman Stones, both showcasing the impressive craftsmanship of the ancient Incan people.
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Amazon River Cruise Peru Excursion including Lima
Start your adventure in Peru's capital city of Lima. This first night, you'll have leisure time to explore the populous coastal city before departing for your Amazon cruise the next morning. After your flight to Iquitos and a short bus ride, you will board the 147 foot long M/V Aria luxury cruise ship that will provide you with extreme comfort as you travel down the Amazon. Over the next five days, you will experience the sights and sounds of the Amazon Rainforest via boat ride expeditions, jungle walks, village visits and picnic lunches. Among the sights are many extraordinary animals - you may catch a glimpse of an exotic pink dolphin, a furry sloth, or a colorful toucan! In the evenings, enjoy the top notch cuisine and relax in your beautiful suite aboard the M/V Aria.
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Luxury Charter Amazon River and Rainforest Experience
This 5 night charter of the Zenith can accommodate up to 12 people in 6 spacious staterooms and is therefore perfect for a private family or corporate charter. It is a 2008 yacht that has a wide variety of water toys for leisure time along with access to a home theatre, spacious dining room, two lounge areas, and sauna room including exercise equipment. The 5 day itinerary is planned for your group to enjoy various excursions including the feeding of pink dolphins, jungle trekking, private beaches as well as urban stops in Manaus including the world famous Opera House and one of the finest Brazilian steak houses.
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Ecuador and Galapagos Islands Cruise Experience
This 8 day tour begins in the capital city of Quito. The historical Ecuadorian city is situated in the beautiful Andean valley, which you will have time to experience on your own the first night and through your guided tour on your second day. The next morning you will leave on your flight to the amazingly exotic Galapagos islands! Here you will board the MV Eclipse, your accommodations throughout the rest of your adventure. Over the next 4 days you will have opportunities to swim, snorkel or kayak in the ocean, go on panga rides and enjoy gorgeous beaches. The Galapagos is home to creatures that are found nowhere else on earth. You will have multiple chances to bird-watch and take pictures of this unique environment and its inhabitants. Follow in Darwin's footsteps and get inspired!
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Iguazu Falls Excursion
Indulge your senses and experience the eighth wonder of the world, Iguazu Falls. This three day, two night tour allows plenty of time to marvel at the falls, but that's just the beginning. As you travel by jeep through Iguaçu National Park, you'll find yourself surrounded by lush rain forests and bountiful wildlife in this stunning corner of the world. Relax and bask in nature's beauty, or take advantage of a number of sightseeing and adventure activities.
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Amazon Jungle Lodge Excursion
Journey up river deep into the heart of the Amazon Rainforest to experience the heart of the jungle. Travel by jeep, boat and motorized canoe up the Rio Negro to the mosquito-free Anavilhanas Eco Lodge - your base to explore, encounter and experience the world's greatest rainforest and jungle eco-system.
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