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Explore the vibrant Pinheiros neighborhood of São Paulo on this small-group excursion. This unique experience combines the best of local street art and diverse culinary delights. Discover captivating murals that tell stories of politics and community, then indulge in a flavorful journey sampling the area's eclectic cuisine so you can see how local tastes combine with global influences.

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.

Discover the secrets of Rio Carnival with an exclusive tour behind the scenes of the famous Samba City. Explore the Grande Rio Barracks and see how allegorical cars and fantasies are created. Learn to sambar with a traditional fantasy and get a chance to capture unforgettable moments. The experience includes a professional bilingual Guide and a comfortable air-conditioned van transport, plus a welcome drink. Be part of the party that delights the world and immerse yourself in the vibrant Carioca culture. - Learn more about the culture of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival during this tour - Visit the Samba City and the Grand Rio Barracks - Experience carnival fantasies and learn some dance moves - Transfer to and from hotels in the South Zone included

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.

See the architectural highlights of São Paulo during this private 3-hour tour. In a private vehicle, explore the eclectic city, with styles ranging from modernist to colonial Portuguese, with a local architecture guide. Stop by the São Paulo Museum of Art, the Unique Hotel and the Edifício Copan. Learn about the city's architectural history and diversity through commentary from your guide. Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels is included.

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.

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.

Your guide will take you and your group of six or fewer on a city tour of Fortaleza today. You’ll visit several places along the way, including Dragão do Mar Centro de Arte e Cultura, where you can visit the planetarium, the museum, the amphitheater, sculptures, historic houses, as well as the market, cathedral, and fort. This is a packed half day exploring the city.

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.

The Old City of Salvador is an intriguing cultural mix of local Indigenous & African People and European heritage. I feel ready to make your trip the most enjoyable experience.

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.

Have you ever thought about playing a real shark?! Here at the Univali Oceanographic Museum this is possible! We have a visiting room that allows you to interact with part of the collection of the largest oceanographic museum in the Americas! The long-term exhibition features more than 1600 pieces, providing the visitor with a panorama of the planet’s marine biodiversity. It is divided into seven different wings: - Emergence of Life and Oceanography; - Marine Invertebrates; - Cartilage fish; - Bone fish; - Marine reptiles; - Seabirds; - Marine mammals. In addition, live animals in aquariums add life and movement to the exhibition circuit, which is fully air-conditioned, accessible and covered, being a great option for any type of climate. The entrance includes the Sensory Experience, a unique opportunity to touch and feel the characteristics of various marine animals, such as turtles, penguins, rays, marine wolves, among others. Come and experience this oceanographic experience!

Take a panoramic city tour through Downtown Rio, a stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral and travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue on this full-day comprehensive tour of Rio's most famous landmarks. Reach the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain by cable car and by cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest, respectively. This full-day tour includes round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels, allows you to see all of Rio's sights in just one day.

We have the best city tour in town! Professional and super competent guides! With one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet, the city of Rio de Janeiro is fully deserving of the title of “Marvelous City”. With a unique geography, the city is surrounded by natural beauties that enchant everyone who knows it. Enjoy a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro visiting all the must-see attractions in a single day. The statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Corcovado Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain, Escadaria Selarón, Maracanã Stadium, Sambadrome and Metropolitan Cathedral. The tour includes lunch at an all-you-can-eat steakhouse. The city manages to integrate in perfect harmony its Tijuca forest with its beautiful beaches and lagoons. Its welcoming and happy people provide an even more pleasant experience and make Rio one of the most sought after destinations in the world.

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.

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.

Discover how the most awarded Brazilian chocolates in the world are made, and freely taste various flavors. Stroll through a greenhouse with cocoa and vanilla pods. See the different manufacturing stages, from cocoa beans to the final product.

The Institute has a permanent collection of historical and artistic objects of various origins with a strong emphasis on historical and iconographic documentation related to the colonial period and Dutch Brazil, including the world's largest collection of paintings by Frans Post, who was the first landscape painter. Brazil and the first landscape architect of the Americas. The Institute also houses one of the largest collections of white weapons in the world, with over 3,000 pieces, mostly from Europe and Asia, produced between the 14th and 21st centuries. The Institute's library has more than 60,000 volumes from the 16th century onwards, highlighting the collections of brasiliana and rare works.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Most people think they can only experience Carnival in February, during the season, but samba schools in Rio start preparing for the festival months beforehand. Join a small group and visit a samba school to see all that goes into the final productions—from the costumes to the choreography to the floats. This is an exciting experience for anyone who wants to learn more about Brazilian culture and Carnival.

Discover one of the most famous coastlines in southern Brazil on a nighttime tour of Balneario Camboriu. Join a small group and visit several points of interest including the illuminated Christ statue, the North Pontal Deck, and take a stroll down the waterfront. After exploring the highlights, sit down to a delicious Brazilian dinner at a local restaurant.