Top Brazil Cultural Tours - page 27

What do you do in São Paulo in the months leading up to the official carnaval parades? To be ready for the showy carnaval parades in February, samba schools need a long preparation that happen from October to January. Get the feeling of carnaval taking a guided private tour going to an exciting rehearsal experiencing the passion that unites all Brazilians. Dive into one of the most comprehensive and interactive Brazilian cultural expressions with samba dancing, singing and cheering alongside fans at one of the samba schools practicing warehouses. • This experience gives you an unforgettable opportunity of seeing a different culture and break from the usual routine • You will also have the chance to try traditional snacks (not included) and take memorable pictures of the experience • Enthusiastic about carnaval or not, it cannot be missed out on while São Paulo • Get an insight into local Samba music history and culture • Benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide

Get a taste of Rio de Janeiro’s vibrant culture as you watch a traditional music and dance show in the heart of the city. Watch live performers put on a display of Brazilian rhythms, costumes, and musical numbers that give the audience a taste of the local culture. Learn to samba during a brief workshop, watch skilled capoeira performers, and feel the energy of the city in just a few hours.

Start and end in São Paulo! Discover the city of São Paulo on a 3-day (2-night) tour package perfect for first-time visitors. Our planning put a spotlight on São Paulo hassle-free at an all-inclusive package including introductory day and night tours plus the transfers. This tour also includes accommodation in a centrally-located hotel in São Paulo, which is in a safe and walkable area next to a shopping street full of restaurants, cafés, shops and much more. Our guides and drivers must assist you in the driving, guiding, helping and exploring to accomplish the proposed itinerary and keep you in the pace of the city. Sao Paulo is a city where you can enjoy local art, excellent restaurants, night clubs, museums, parks and theaters, but above all, the unbelievable cultural diversity of its people. Without a doubt, a great choice for you spend some time while in Brazil.

The "MAR" promotes a transversal reading of the city's history, its social fabric, its symbolic life, conflicts, contradictions, challenges and social expectations. Its exhibits combine historical and contemporary dimensions of art by means of long and short shows, nationally and internationally. The museum also appears with the mission of inscribing art in public education, through the School of Look. As recommended by UNESCO, MAR has activities that involve collection, registration, research, preservation and return to the community of cultural goods - in the form of exhibitions, catalogs, multi-media and educational programs. With its own collection - already in the process of training through acquisitions and donations corresponding to its agenda - MAR also has loans for works from some of the best public and private collections in Brazil for the execution of its program.

Take to the streets of Fortaleza and discover hidden gems that only the locals know. Follow your guide through neighborhoods to interesting and picturesque places well worth visiting, and hear about their history and stories from the perspective of a local resident. Choose where you’d like to go or the sorts of things you’d like to see and leave the route planning up to your guide.

Avoid the constraints of a large group tour—and have the freedom and flexibility to customize your own sightseeing itinerary—on this private, custom walking tour of São Paulo. After booking, get matched with a local guide, and tell them what you’re interested in so they can design a trip for you. Head to major city landmarks, choose to stroll trendy neighborhoods, and otherwise explore your way.

Embark on an extraordinary Manaus tour that blends rich history, natural marvels, and an authentic river tour. Your tour begins at the legendary Amazonas Opera House, a magnificent Renaissance Opera House built in 1896 during the Rubber Boom. Featuring an iconic dome tiled in the Brazilian flag's colors and a lavish interior of European marble, it stands as the ultimate symbol of the city's golden age. From there, head to the waters to witness the famous Meeting of the Waters, where the dark Negro and the sandy Solimões Rivers flow side-by-side for miles without mixing. Nearby, you'll visit the floating village of Lago do Catalão, built entirely on logs to adapt to the Amazon’s shifting tides, offering a rare look into traditional floating life.

Famous for its beautiful beaches and tasty caipirinhas, Rio de Janeiro's rich history can sometimes be overlooked. A walking tour of the downtown is a great way to learn about the country’s development, from the days when a monarchy ruled to the founding of its republic. Visit the places that shaped Brazil, like XV November Square, and see architecture inspired by Brazil’s unique cultural heritage.

Welcome to the world of the Gemstones! The Brazilians semi-precious gemstones are worldwide famous for its unique shapes and colors and they have become the best souvenir to bring home. Our shopping tour gives you the opportunity to learn how important they are for our culture and our economy as well as the chance to buy them at affordable prices. We take you to a hidden place that has a wide variety of semi-precious gemstones and hundreds of interesting and creative designs. It is the best place to find something unique for yourself and to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts to give to your friends and family. We have a huge variety of gemstones, rocks, crystals and collectibles that hypnotize even the most avid collector. You may find some of our popular stones, such as the Amethyst, Topaz, Sapphire, Turquoise, Aquamarine, Agate, Onyx, Crystal Quartz, Rose Quartz and Tiger’s Eyeand. Tour guide and roundtrip transfer included.

Take the Corcovado Train to see the Christ the Reedemer and the faster line at the Sugarloaf. We take the Corcovado Train to visit Christ the Redeemer. The train crosses the Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Hill to reach the Christ statue. We can enjoy beautiful views from the top of the Corcovado hill. Then, we go to the Sugarloaf Mountain. We go through the express line. The cable car to the top of the mountain is done in two stages: it starts at the boarding point to the Urca Mountain and then from the Urca Mountain to the top of the Sugarloaf Mountain. We stop for a buffet lunch along the way. We also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Selarón Staircase. We also take pictures outside the Sambadrome and Maracanã Stadium.

Take advantage of an excursion that is not very common in the city of Rio, but very much desired. You'll be picked up from your hotel or a meeting point to learn about the history and headquarters of Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, one of the most importants soccer clubs of the world. To get there, we'll pass by the beautiful Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. Inside the club, you'll see all the historic titles and their respective trophies, watch important moves in Flamengo's history and be moved by the remarkable moments experienced by the red and black fans. You'll also get to know the club's facilities, which are home to several Olympic athletes and their respective training facilities. After the tour, we'll return to the hotel or meeting point.

Explore the Atlantic Forest by visiting the Christ the Redeemer and the Tijuca Forest. Meet the tour guide at your hotel lobby for this 4-hour tour. The area is home to different small species of animals, such as squirrels, monkeys, porcupines, foxes and armadillos. Plus, a million different butterflies, birds, and reptiles. Then, we visit the Christ the Redeemer. By minivan, crossing through the Atlantic Forest, we get to the top of the Corcovado hill. We have sweeping views of our city. Return to your hotel with theses beautiful images in your head.

Learn all about wine in Brazil, one of the most underrated regions in the world. Visit an authentic winery and learn how wine is made, then head to the cellar for the all-important wine tasting. Hear about the unique story behind the winery and how it was built, and then visit the Feirinha de Itaipava to pick up some bargains.

Embark on a captivating journey through the legacy of the Portuguese Royal Family on a half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro. With hotel pickup, avoid the hassle of navigating the historic sites independently. This robust itinerary takes you to where the Royal Court first disembarked, the former main street, the office used by the Portuguese King, and the National History Museum. Listen to funny and intriguing anecdotes about the royal family along the way.

Looking to experience a dose of Carnaval magic, even if you’re not visiting Rio de Janeiro during the annual festival? This tour offers the perfect introduction. Choose from several start times and travel via air-conditioned vehicle from Copacabana straight to one of the city’s top samba schools. You’ll meet dancers, try on costumes, discover floats, and enjoy a celebratory caipirinha cocktail. Then, learn insider tips during a hands-on samba lesson.

Enjoy the official transfer service of the Corcovado Train. It is an exclusive guided tour perfect for you! It is the newest experience in town. We pick you up at the hotel to take you to the Corcovado train station. We follow all safety protocols and we offer you the assistance of a bilingual tour guide. We guarantee the tickets for your immediate boarding on the train. No need to wait for hours - just relax and enjoy the paysage. Enjoy the 20 minutes by train crossing the green and dense Tijuca Forest. When we reach the Christ the Redeemer, enjoy the guided tour. Enjoy the view from above and take more photos to keep them as a souvenir. Board the train again for the return. At the station, the transfer service will be available to take you back to the hotel. Enjoy this unique experience and share it with friends and family.

Enjoy this exclusively official transfer of the Corcovado Train. This spectacular guided tour includes the Sugarloaf Cable Car. We offer two landmarks of Rio de Janeiro in a single day! Don't worry about getting to the train. We pick you up at the hotel to take you to the Corcovado train station. We guarantee the tickets for you exclusively. Just sit back and enjoy the 20-minute ride. Arrive at Christ the Redeemer to discover why it is one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. We take a guided tour and take the train back. At the station, the transfer is already available to take you to Sugarloaf Mountain. We take the cable car on the Sugarloaf Mountain. At the end, the transfer will be waiting to take you to the hotel. Tour guide, round-trip transportation, ticket to Sugarloaf Mountain, ticket to Corcovado Train to visit the Christ the Redeemer included.

View Brazil’s foremost 20th-century artists with skip-the-line admission to the Museum of Modern Art (Museu de Arte Moderna) of Rio de Janeiro. A professional guide points out the landmark building designed by Modernist architect Affonso Eduardo Reidy and landscape envisioned by Roberto Burle Marx. Containing more than 15,000 works of art, the MAM collection of sculptures and paintings includes internationally renowned Latin American and European artists. Beat the crowds and relax with a convenient hotel or cruise port transfer to the museum in Flamengo Park.

Get some rest and relaxation with the locals in Madureira Park, on the north side of Rio, with round-trip transportation from your Rio hotel. Explore the more than 111,227 square yards (93,000 square meters) of green space, including hundreds of trees and expansive grassy areas. Check out Samba Square for some spontaneous samba performances or the Arena Carioca for cultural happenings. Play basketball or volleyball on the courts or just lay in the grass and people watch.

2 persons minimum. The city of Salvador itself is often referred to as the 'African Soul' of Brazil, as descendants of the first African enslaved have held tight to their African traditions, and these mingle with the colonial influences to compelling effect. The Pelourinho, a bohemian UNESCO protected district in the historic center of Salvador, is renowned for its beautiful colonial architecture, multi-colored houses and steep cobblestone streets. Pelourinho is often called a city within a city because its character is so individual and it's such a highlight of any visit to Salvador. The best way to explore the churches, cafés and music bars is on foot. Although this area was in disrepair until the 90s, it has had substantial investment in restoration and security and is now a charming and safe place for tourists.

Join RioPhotoGuide for a unique photo tour through some of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic and artistic spots. The journey begins in Santa Teresa, a charming hilltop neighborhood filled with colonial houses, art studios, and colorful streets. Next, explore the famous Selarón Steps, a vibrant staircase covered in thousands of tiles from around the world — a perfect backdrop for memorable photos. The tour ends at The Maze, an architectural gem in the Tavares Bastos community. With its flowing curves, colorful mosaics, and panoramic views of the city, The Maze offers a truly unique perspective on Rio’s creativity and spirit. Ideal for travelers who love culture, art, and photography.

A unique way to get to know the city's urban artistic life, an opportunity to get to know another Rio de Janeiro on the beaches of Copacabana. Also get to know the architecture and transformation of the old capital of the country, understand how the life style of Carioca was born. A simple way to integrate the city without feeling like a tourist and a simple art lover. In each area of the city there is a different culture and the city center is where all cultures meet.

Discover why Rio de Janeiro is know by the "Marvellous City". You will visit the most famous landmarks of the city and see the natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro from up above: Chris the Redeemer and the Sugar Loaf, you will also explore the city through a touristic route by the downtown of Rio. The Rio de Janeiro Classic package includes 3 hotel nights, excursions, and transfers from and to the airport.