Prices in Brazil
The average price in Brazil is higher than in other South American countries (they are practically at the same level as in Eastern Europe). It's worth noting that in December-February, prices are higher by 20-30% and during Carnival prices grow even stronger.
Shopping and souvenirs
Shopping in Brazil is quite expensive - many branded stores offer to buy clothes of famous brands at prices more expensive than in the US and Europe. But the most profitable shop in Sao Paulo, the main shopping centers which are Iguatemi, Daslu, Cidade Jardim.
If you want to buy cheap and really interesting things, it is advisable to go to small designer boutiques. For more profitable shopping in Brazil should come after the Carnival - this time begins the season of sales.
What to bring from Brazil
souvenirs of wood, leather and stone, made by Indians, costumes, Brazilian clothing, jewelry with natural stones, fabric bracelets, paintings Brazilian artists;
coffee (Brazil Bourbon, Café Pele, Santos, Caboclo), spices (lemon pepper, annatto powder, green peppers), nuts (Brazil nuts, cashews).
Brazil should bring Cachaca (local strong alcoholic drink) - from $ 8, Brazilian coffee beans - $ 6, jewelry - from $ 52, the elements of carnival costume - from $ 13, mate - from $ 6, Indian souvenirs - 3 $, spices and seasonings - from $ 3.
excursions
On a sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro, you will walk through the downtown area and the Flamengo Park, visit the National Library and the church of La Candelaria, you will see the statue of Christ. The approximate cost of the tour - $ 40.
On the tour to Sugar Loaf Mountain (you will reach it by cable car) you will enjoy the stunning views that are open to you with 396-meter height. The approximate cost of the tour - $ 50.
entertainment
The approximate cost of entertainment: over the entrance to the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro, you will pay $ 2.6 for the 10-minute helicopter flight over the waterfalls - $ 100 for a trip to the falls on a boat - $ 90 for rafting near waterfalls - $ 70 per visit Iguassu national Park - $ 17.
transport
Move on Brazilian cities, you can bus (cost 1 ticket - $ 1.3) and underground (1 trip price - $ 0.6-1.3). And, for example, for a trip by bus from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo will give you $ 30.
If you prefer to rent a car in Brazil, this is not recommended because of the aggressiveness of local drivers do not obey the traffic rules. But if you decide to take the risk, then the rental car will give you about $ 35 per day (excluding petrol).
Minimum spending on holiday in Brazil will be approximately $ 60 for 1 person. If you want to relax in comfort, then you at least need a $ 150 per day for 1 person.