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Spend an epic day and night exploring all of Rio's attractions during this full-day tour. During the day, follow your guide to attractions like the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue on top of Corcovado Mountain, reached via a cog train ride through the Tijuca Rainforest. Take the cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of Guanabara Bay and enjoy a downtown tour including Cinelandia Square and the Metropolitan Cathedral. In the evening, attend the Ginga Tropical show, a vibrant dance performance that celebrates the country's cultural roots. Lunch and round-trip port or hotel transportation are included.

Discover the birthplace of samba on a guided tour to Pedra do Sal, including a samba party. Head to the Saúde neighborhood and learn historical facts about Pedra do Sal, known as “Little Africa.” Then enjoy a “roda de samba,” a street party of samba musicians, with a complimentary caipirinha and dance moves for an engaging evening in Rio.

Learn the insider stories underlying Rio de Janeiro’s UNESCO-listed architecture—and discover landmarks and highlights you’d miss if exploring alone—on this immersive walking tour. Meet your guide in the heart of Rio’s downtown, and get ready to explore: You can look forward to visiting everything from churches and libraries to art museums and more, all while you learn about their architectural heritage and soak up the Carioca spirit.

Just like the airports in a big city, cruise terminals can also be very chaotic and finding rides once you arrive can be almost impossible. Secure your ride ahead of time by booking this Rio de Janeiro Private Transfer from Rio de Janeiro Cruise Port. This 1-way transfer into the city picks you right up at the Rio de Janeiro cruise port and take you to your Rio accommodation stress-free.

Get an in-depth local experience with this walking tour of one of Rio's "favelas," Rocinha. Follow your resident guide through the slum to get an insider's perspective on daily life and learn about the challenges these communities face. Upgrade your experience to a 2-day tour that includes a visit to Tijuca Forest.

The Bike Tour takes people to get to know the way of life of the locals, the way they occupy the city. The circuit lasts approximately six hours and has numerous stops for explanations, photos and contemplation. This route will visit the same route as the Monumental Axis, plus the Unity Neighborhood route. It is a complete tour of a large urban area of the city. Lúcio's four Scales are the Monumental, Gregarious, Residential, and Bucolic. We will go through them, realizing the characteristics and differences between each of the urban configurations, and the importance that this modernist project has for the history of architecture and urbanism in the world. In this circuit, optionally, we have a change in the mode of transport - we take the subway with the bicycles. By bicycle we cover circuits impossible for other vehicles and the perspective of the city is completely different

Find out more about the Rio carnival visiting areas that the public is's normally allowed to visit. Dress up in costumes, learn the basics of samba from dancers and the history of samba, see floats, taste a caipirinha and other essentials of this celebration. After pickup at your place, your guide takes you to explore the Carnaval Factory for a behind-the-scenes look. In this warehouse, see how the showy costumes worn in the parades are made. Admire the details of the floats that parade through the sambadrome. Then, head to the exhibition hall to learn about the history of samba and Rio's carnival, which has been celebrated for over a century. During the visit, feel the atmosphere of union and emotion that is felt during Carnival. Continue to the backstage dressing rooms, where you will have the opportunity to try on some costumes. To end this experience, a professional dancer will give a brief samba class. Finally, enjoy a delicious caipirinha before being dropped at your place.

Combine Argentina’s vibrant culture and delicious cuisine during a dinner and show package at Rafain Steakhouse. As well as enjoying a buffet of more than 200 hot and cold sides, and 15 different types of meat, you’ll watch a Guinness world record-breaking show that features the most national dances in one show.

Through the Bike Tour of the Fátima Neighborhood and Church Unit, people will get to know the way of life of Brazilians and learn about the urban design designed by Lucio Costa, the city's inventor architect. We think mainly of people who already know the Monumental Axis and would like to know different places, see the life that Brazilians live and understand how it lives. By bike we travel impossible circuits to other vehicles and the perspective of the city is completely different.

Immerse yourself in local life during this half-day educational tour of Rocinha Favela, one of South America's largest urban slums. Through your guide's thoughtful commentary, learn about the social, economic, and political features of this unique neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro.

During this private three-hour tour I will take you on an adventure to discover the charm of Salvador and its people, as we admire some of the Old Town's extraordinary treasures and surprising secrets, like its squares, churches, monuments, colonial houses, museums, art galleries, handicraft stores, restaurants and bars. Salvador has an unique combination of the Portuguese, local Indigenous People and African cultures. We are the result of this great mixture and I feel ready to make your trip the most enjoyable one.

Discover a side of Rio de Janeiro that many other visitors overlook—and learn more about what daily life is like in the Marvelous City—on this private tour of the Rocinha Favela. One of the city’s most accessible favelas, Rocinha also offers some of its best views—and this local-led tour will give you an introduction to the community. Meet local residents and enjoy a unique opportunity for cultural exchange.

Explore the charming, cosmopolitan town of Búzios on this full-day trip from Rio de Janeiro. During this 13-hour outing, stroll through the center of Búzios on a guided tour to get oriented, then spend free time discovering the former fishing village's charms on your own. Opt to take a 2-hour cruise offshore which stops at several idyllic spots for swimming and relaxing. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels and a buffet lunch is provided.

Visit the Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum, Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra, Jurujuba Beach, and Parque da Cidade all in one day during this Niteroi Private City Tour from Rio de Janeiro. A private guide focuses their attention on your own group as you explore the city. Plus, enjoy easy hotel pickup from your Rio de Janeiro accommodation for a smooth day.

The Bike Tour of the JK Memorial and Praça dos Cristais will take the tourist to ride in the Civic-Administrative Zone of the capital. The JK Memorial is an important work designed by Oscar Niemeyer and houses a museum and a burial chamber where the remains of Juscelino Kubitschek, former president of Brazil and founder of the city of Brasília, are located. It's a great place to learn the history of Kubitschek and our capital. By bike we cover circuits impossible for other vehicles and the perspective of the city is completely different. Attention: although our bike tours are eminently urban, we enter one or another building and on Mondays some of the buildings we visit are not open to the public. They are closed for cleaning and maintenance. It is the case of the JK Memorial

Uncover the vibrant street art scene in Sao Paulo on a small-group adventure that goes beyond the tourist hotspots. Dive into the heart of the city's urban art movement, exploring monumental murals and their impactful social narratives while avoiding the well-trodden paths of Vila Madalena and Batman Alley. Along the way, your guide provides a deeper understanding of Sao Paulo's reality and insights into the profound influences the city's street art has made.

Rio de Janeiro is well known for the architectural legacy of Oscar Niemeyer. This guided full-day tour takes you deeper into the city's modern architectural heritage. Your guide leads you through the South Zone, where, alongside the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, you'll see landmark buildings and learn about their history. Hotel pickup is included for a hassle-free start to your day.

Rio de Janeiro is much-loved by travelers for its sun, sand, and samba, but this tour takes you deeper into the city’s history and culture. Your guide will take you to the most important places in the city’s history of civil rights and immerse you in Afro-Brazilian culture and traditions while teaching you about the struggle for the abolition of slavery in Brazil. The tour concludes at a samba school where you will learn about the engaging dance form’s history of resistance.

If you prefer to explore independently but like to hear the information provided by a guided tour, this self-guided audio tour is a great choice. Narrated by actors, the audio tour will make Imperial Rio come to life as you walk around the streets of downtown, past such landmarks as the Teatro Municipal Carlos Gomes and Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo da Antiga Se.

Explore the Santa Teresa neighborhood independently and at your own pace with an audio tour. Narrated by a local boy, the audio guide takes you up the Selaron Stairs, pointing out noteworthy tiles you might otherwise miss. The tour continues past the Museum of Charcara do Ceu, Museum of the Ruins, and the 18th-century Morro do Desterro Monastery. Every step of the way, you’ll learn about the neighborhood’s rich history and culture.

Get a closer look at Brazil’s most famous football (soccer) team, FC Flamengo, on this guided tour of the premises. Follow your guide around the headquarters and see the official field, gyms, and other club facilities that your favorite players use. You can also learn about the history of the team and see their trophies with the Club and Museum package.

Follow the voice of Priscila, a charming Carioca, who will lead you to one of the most famous beaches in the world, Ipanema beach. Starting from the best place in the city to watch the sunset, the "pedra do arpoador", you will learn about the origins and the musicians who invented Bossa Nova. During the walk you will hear that Priscila can not really sing, but she will try in a charming way to introduce you to some of the most famous Bossa Nova songs. The walk will take you to the Park of the Girl of Ipanema, where you will learn about the legend of the two brothers from the hill of Vidigal, who inspired Chico Duarte to write a song. Afterwards, you will learn more about the similarities between Bossa Nova and Samba, especially about the unique instruments. You will also discover the story of Tom Jombin while admiring his monument.

Welcome to the Wonderful City. During this amazing Santa Teresa Tour Experience, you will see the most charming parts of the city with a local and professional tour guide. This tour is ideal for people who are visiting Rio for the first time and have just one day to enjoy it all! A unique experience to know the historical and artistic side of Rio, with lots of colors, history, culture, art, and happiness! And. . . if you want I can create a customized tour for you in case you have special requests or if you are more than 3 people and require larger transportation. Round-trip transportation from Port Area/Hotel or Apartament is included.

Experience the Bavarian culture of Nova Petrópolis, a German colonial city in southern Brazil, during a Germna night dinner and dancing package. You’ll feast on a wide-ranging buffet of typical German dishes and enjoy a music and dance show, without having to make reservations or book seperate tickets.