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Fifteen days.
Five landscapes.
Nothing left out.

This is the Route of Emotions as it deserves to be travelled — unhurried, fully private, with the time to understand each place rather than simply pass through it. Jericoacoara, Barra Grande, Parnaíba, Santo Amaro, Atins and Barreirinhas, with stargazing over the dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses at night.

15 Days
14 Nights
5
Landscapes
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Stargazing over the dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses
Luxury HotelsHandpicked throughout
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Entirely PrivateEvery transfer and excursion
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Stargazing in the DunesExclusive to this itinerary
Dedicated CoordinatorOne contact, the whole trip

What it means to travel
this route properly

Most Route of Emotions itineraries fit three landscapes into seven or eight days. The transfers are long, the excursions back-to-back, and many travellers arrive home having covered a lot of ground without having genuinely absorbed any of it.

This itinerary starts from a different premise. Fifteen days gives each place the time it actually deserves — three full days in Jericoacoara instead of the usual two; two nights in Barra Grande, a wind and kite destination that most operators skip entirely; two nights in Santo Amaro for the western lagoon circuits most travellers never reach; and two nights in Atins, a village with no road access where the only way in is by speedboat downriver.

The stargazing excursion in the dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses — a private 4x4 to the top of a dune after dark, no artificial light for 40 kilometres in any direction — is consistently what our clients describe as the moment that stays with them longest.

What Sets This Apart

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Barra Grande

A destination most Route itineraries skip. Wind, kite culture, boutique hotels and the river delta at sunset.

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Stargazing in the dunes

Night excursion into Lençóis Maranhenses — no light pollution, the Milky Way visible with the naked eye.

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Atins by river

No road access. Everything arrives by boat. Two nights in the village most visitors never reach.

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Delta do Parnaíba — private boat

Scarlet ibis at dusk, mangrove channels, river dolphins — without sharing the boat with strangers.

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Luxury hotels throughout

The finest options we work with in each destination — not the standard tier, but the upgrade tier.

Itinerary

The Full Itinerary

Golden light over the Route of Emotions
Day 1

Origin city/Jericoacoara

Arrival in Jericoacoara at Cruz airportTransfer from Cruz airport to the Village of Jeri by roadOvernight: Jericoacoara
◷Departure According to flight schedule and arrival in Jericoacoara
⌛Duration Approximately 1 hour
A quiet coastal landscape in Ceará
Day 2

Jericoacoara

BreakfastEast-side Jeri tour via UTVExcursion to Paraíso Lagoon in Jijoca in a Toyota jardineira vehicle. Panoramic tour along Preá beach. Visits include Árvore da Preguiça (Sloth Tree), Preá Beach, Lagun Beach, Buraco Azul (Blue Hole), and Paraíso Lagoon. The visit to Pedra Furada is available only on the 🔒 Private tour.Overnight: Jericoacoara
◷Departure Between approximately 9:00 and 10:00
⌛Duration Approximately 5 hours
A tropical beach and blue horizon
Day 3

Jericoacoara

BreakfastWest-side Jeri tour via UTVExcursion to Tatajuba Beach and Lago Grande in a Toyota jardineira. Panoramic tour along Mangue Seco and Guriú beaches. (Departure and return to Jericoacoara)Overnight: Jericoacoara
◷Departure Between approximately 9:00 and 10:00
⌛Duration Approximately 5 hours
Dunes shaped by the Atlantic wind
Day 4

Jericoacoara

BreakfastDay at leisure to enjoy the hotelOvernight: Jericoacoara
A serene lagoon among the dunes
Day 5

Jericoacoara/Barra Grande

BreakfastTransfer from Jericoacoara to Barra Grande in an air-conditioned vehicleAfternoon at leisureOvernight: Barra Grande
◷Departure Around 09:00
⌛Duration Approximately 3 hours
A memorable landscape along the route
Day 6

Barra Grande

BreakfastMorning at leisure to enjoy the hotelDelta tour - Flight of the Scarlet Ibis to Porto dos Tatus with return to Barra GrandeSpeedboat tour along the Parnaíba River, its channels and creeks, visiting Baía do Caju, the dunes of Morro do Meio and the Nest of the Guarás. Departure from Porto dos Tatus.Overnight: Barra Grande
◷Departure Around 14:00
⌛Duration Approximately 4 hours
A remote corner of Lençóis Maranhenses
Day 7

Barra Grande

BreakfastHalf-day itinerary departing near Lagoa do Portinho toward Itaqui Beach, passing trails and dunes with stops for photos, swims and to enjoy the landscape. We stop for lunch and rest at the beachfront restaurant of Vila Itaqui Resort where lunch is served (not included). This tour includes freshwater and seawater bathing, plus cliffs and the lighthouse at Itaqui Beach.Overnight: Barra Grande
◷Departure Around 10:00
⌛Duration Approximately 4h30
White dunes and clear lagoons
Day 8

Barra Grande / Santo Amaro

BreakfastTransfer from Barra Grande to Santo Amaro in an air-conditioned vehicleTour to the Gaivota Lagoon Circuit in a jardineira vehicleDiscover two of the most beautiful and accessible lagoons in Lençóis Maranhenses. Departure by 4x4 after lunch (not included), with a gentle 30-minute drive along sandy trails. Ideal for those seeking an enchanting experience without long walks — the vehicles get very close to the lagoons. Visit Gaivota and Andorinhas lagoons in a single tour and conclude the day with an unforgettable sunset reflected on the dunes and crystalline waters.Overnight: Santo Amaro
◷Departure Around 09:00
⌛Duration Approximately 4h30
◷Departure Around 15:00
⌛Duration Approximately 3 hours
A peaceful oasis in the national park
Day 9

Santo Amaro

BreakfastTour to the village of Betânia in a jardineira vehicleBy 4x4 (jardineira), we will explore one of the most preserved areas of Lençóis Maranhenses. The tour begins at 09:00, departing from the pousada toward the National Park. During the route, we will stop for swims in crystalline lagoons and, for those who wish, a short walk across the dunes. We continue to the village of Betânia, where we stop for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, we visit Rio Alegre, perfect for a relaxing swim in its warm waters and for beautiful photos. We finish the day with a stunning sunset from the highest point in the region — a breathtaking view.Stargazing in the Lençóis Maranhenses🔒 Private nighttime tour, which can be romantic, family or with friends, where participants can admire the starry sky and sometimes the moonrise, all among the dunes and lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Can be arranged with temporary structures, lighting, a picnic or simply for nocturnal contemplation. All picnic items are coordinated with the client.Overnight: Santo Amaro
◷Departure Around 09:00
⌛Duration Approximately 8 hours
◷Departure Around 19:00
⌛Duration Approximately 3 hours
Aerial view of the coastal wilderness
Day 10

Santo Amaro

BreakfastTravosa Circuit tour in a jardineira vehicleTravosa is a native community located in the western part of the park; its people live from fishing and tourism. The tour lasts the entire day, departing at 09:00. On this excursion you can bathe in lagoons and deserted beaches, and experience sarnambi fishing and enjoy lunch (not included) with typical dishes made from sarnambi, shrimp and local fish. The afternoon return goes around Travosa, Guapiriba and Jangada lakes, where you can spot various bird species and enjoy a beautiful sunset view.Overnight: Santo Amaro
◷Departure Around 09:00
⌛Duration Approximately 8 hours
A 4x4 trail through the sands
Day 11

Santo Amaro/Barreirinhas/Atins

BreakfastTransfer from Santo Amaro to Barreirinhas in an air-conditioned vehicleSpeedboat tour along the Preguiças River with visit to the Little Lençóis Maranhenses ending in AtinsSpeedboat tour along the Preguiças River visiting the Little Lençóis (Vassouras, Mandacaru, Caburé), accompanied by a pilot/guide.Overnight: Atins
◷Departure Around 08:00
⌛Duration Approximately 1h30
◷Departure Around 09:30
⌛Duration Approximately 6 hours
The green waterways of the Parnaíba Delta
Day 12

Atins

BreakfastTour to the Canto do AtinsDeparture from Atins at 09:00 toward Canto do Atins where we visit Kite Lagoon, Gavião and Maria Vitória lagoons; around 12:00 we stop for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we visit Gaivota, Jurará and Sete Mulheres lagoons. We return to Atins after sunset. This full-day tour explores the lagoon circuit of Canto do Atins.Overnight: Atins
◷Departure Around 09:00
⌛Duration Approximately 8 hours
A calm beach near Jericoacoara
Day 13

Atins

BreakfastMorning at leisureTour to Ponta do MangueDeparture from Atins around 15:00 in a 4x4 jardineira toward the Tropical Lagoon circuit; the drive to the lagoons is approximately 40 minutes, passing through the village of Santo Inácio and following the trail toward Barreirinhas until the dunes. We first reach Tropical Lagoon, where we will enjoy some time, and then visit Esmeralda Lagoon — beautiful lagoons that are also part of this circuit — returning to Atins after sunset.Overnight: Atins
◷Departure Around 15:00
⌛Duration Approximately 3 hours
A final sunset over the dunes
Day 14

Atins/Barreirinhas

BreakfastTransfer from Atins to Barreirinhas by speedboatTour to the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park with visit to Lagoa BonitaThe tour begins with a transfer from the pousada to the pier, where we cross the Preguiças River by ferry. From there we continue along trails of sand banks or scrub, where the vehicle can be very bumpy and jolting. Upon reaching the Great Lençóis Maranhenses the 4x4 jardineira stops and our adventure begins with the challenge of climbing a very steep dune about 80 m long or ascending a staircase of approximately 144 steps.After this initial obstacle the physical effort required decreases considerably. At the top we have a panoramic view of Lençóis Maranhenses — simply breathtaking. You can walk among the lagoons and refresh yourself in their crystalline waters, and finally the first dune offers an incredible view of the sunset, a true spectacle of nature. Afterward we return to Barreirinhas.Overnight: Barreirinhas
◷Departure Around 08:00 or according to flight schedule
⌛Duration Approximately 1 hour
◷Departure Around 14:00
⌛Duration Approximately 4h30
The Route of Emotions at its most exclusive
Day 15

Barreirinhas

BreakfastAerial flight over the Lençóis MaranhensesTransfer from Barreirinhas to São Luís in an air-conditioned vehicle 🔒 PrivateEnd of Services
◷Departure Around 06:50 or according to flight schedule
⌛Duration Approximately 30 minutes
◷Departure Around 14:00
⌛Duration Approximately 3h40
From Our Own Trips

What You'll Actually See

These are photographs taken by our team during the routes we operate — not stock images.

Lagoa Bonita — Lençóis Maranhenses Dunes and lagoon at sunset — Lençóis Maranhenses Kitesurfers at sunset — Barra Grande Mangrove channels — Delta do Parnaíba Sunset — Santo Amaro Stargazing in the dunes — Lençóis Maranhenses
Pricing

Transparent Pricing

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2 people€13,789.00
3 people€9,813.11
4 people€11,350.17
5 people€9,592.40
6 people€10,099.44
Details

What's Included

Included

  • Luxury hotels with breakfast and private bathroom — 14 nights
  • All private intercity transfers by air-conditioned vehicle and speedboat
  • All excursions listed above — entirely private for your group
  • Stargazing night excursion in the dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses
  • Park entry fees — Lençóis Maranhenses and Delta do Parnaíba
  • Portuguese-speaking guide/driver on all services
  • Pre-departure briefing call and personalised welcome document

Not Included

  • International or domestic flights
  • Lunches, dinners and alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance (required — we recommend providers)
  • Bilingual English guide (+€170/day, recommended)
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers
  • Optional activities in Barra Grande (kitesurfing lessons, boat hire)
  • Luggage above 23 kg per person
Cancellation Policy

Clear conditions

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More than 45 business days

40% of the total trip value retained.

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Less than 45 business days

70% of the total trip value retained.

03

Less than 7 business days / No-show

No refund — 100% retained.

Changes to the itinerary

Changes to confirmed bookings incur an operational fee of €50 per person, plus any costs arising from the change.

Luggage

The baggage allowance is 23 kg per person. Exceeding this limit may require an additional seat.

Accommodation

Where You’ll Stay

Your accommodation is selected within the category you choose, subject to availability. Every option is reviewed for location, comfort and operational reliability.

Accommodation options shown below are organised by Discovery, Journey and Signature.
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Discovery

Economy · Comfort & Great Value

For travellers who value a well-chosen base and an accessible price.

Jericoacoara

Barra Grande

Parnaíba

Santo Amaro

Barreirinhas

Atins

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Journey

Intermediate · Enhanced Comfort

For travellers looking for the right balance of comfort, facilities and value.

Jericoacoara

Barra Grande

Parnaíba

Santo Amaro

Barreirinhas

Atins

Selected property subject to availability

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Signature

Luxury · Exceptional Comfort

For travellers who want the most refined stay available in each destination.

Jericoacoara

Barra Grande

Parnaíba

Santo Amaro

Barreirinhas

Atins

Looking for a shorter version?

Route of Emotions — 12 Days with Hotels

Five bases, eleven nights, all private — covers the same core circuit at a considerably lower price point, without Barra Grande.

Starting from
€2,500 per person
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