Top Brazil Half-day Tours - page 35

Explore Niteroi and learn about its most famous architect, Oscar Niemeyer, on this tour from Rio. With a guide in the lead, you'll follow a carefully-curated itinerary designed to show you the best of his work. Listen to in-depth commentary and enjoy personalized attention on this small-group tour, limited to just 14 people or fewer.

Six tastings and four immigrant food cultures collide on one walk through São Paulo's most surprising neighborhood, Liberdade. This tour starts at the steps of the cathedral where the city was founded, then walks straight into that layered history through 6 tastings you won't find on a typical itinerary. Bite into a towering mortadella sandwich stacked with peppery cured meat, a working class classic paired with a soda made from a native Amazonian fruit. Follow it with a soft egg bun filled with rich custard, then glossy Korean fried chicken glazed to stay crisp. Somewhere along the way, a Secret Food Tours guide leads you to a Secret Dish tucked inside a hallway of food stalls, revealed only once you're standing in front of it. We will settle into a hidden Tokyo style alley bar for a golden, crispy tonkatsu, to then cool down with warm coconut rice and ripe mango, closing out a day built on centuries of flavor.

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.

Discover the sites around Rio de Janeiro’s Guanabara Bay on a catamaran tour. After pickup from your hotel in the south zone area, board the boat for your sailing adventure. See key landmarks like the Museum of Tomorrow, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, the Museum of Contemporary Art designed by the famous Oscar Niemeyer, and much more. Enjoy a leisurely boat ride across the bay and capture photos of your favorite landmarks.

Spend an evening out on Rio de Janeiro’s Guanabara Bay partying with your friends on a boat. Get picked up from your hotel in the south zone or downtown areas and head to Marina da Gloria to board your boat. Sail out across the waters and enjoy views of the Rio de Janeiro skyline as you dance to the music and sip on fresh caipirinhas.

Escape the bustling streets of Rio de Janeiro and explore some lesser-known beaches on this full-day excursion. Depart the city and head to an environmentally protected area to explore the beaches of Grumari, Prainha, and Pontal. Enjoy free time on each beach to relax, explore, and soak up the warm sun.

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.

We pick you up at your hotel and take you to the biggest Ferris Wheel of Latin America! We enter a booth and stay 88 meters above ground to have a 360° view of the city and see places such as the Guanabara Bay and the Píer Mauá. All of this with the company of our tour guide explaining the importance of each of those places in Rio. After the Ferris Wheel, let’s walk through the Olympic Boulevard and see closely the same places that we had seen from above.

Visitors wanting to explore the history and culture of Corcovado will enjoy this half-day tour, combining tourist attractions with an authentic experience of the socioeconomic aspects of the city. Visitors will be taken to Christ, The Redeemer, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and then to a favela to explore the lives of locals.

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.

Visitors will love this half-day tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, taken on the cable car for incredible views of the city. A panoramic tour of the famous beaches and shorelines of Rio de Janeiro is included in this package, providing visitors with a unique way of experiencing the natural and contemporary beauty of the city.

We invite you to watch the sunset from a special spot in our city: the Sugarloaf Mountain. We combine thisafternoon tour with other famous landmarks in Rio: Christ the Redeemer and Selarón Staircase. Starting with the hotel pickup, we visit the Corcovado hill, famous for the well-known Christ the Redeemer. We take the minivan and drive through the Tijuca Forest that covers much of the mountain. Take the time to admire the wonderful scenery around you. You must take the traditional picture posing with the arms wide open, just like the statue. Then, we visit the Selarón Staircase. You will be able to take many beautiful photos. Then, we take you to the highlight of the tour: the Sugarloaf Mountain. Take a cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain to see one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the city. From there, you will admire the most beautiful sunset in Rio. Take photos, enjoy the view and relax.

On the edge of bustling Rio de Janeiro lies the lush landscapes of Barra da Tijuca. Join a small group and enjoy a leisurely boat ride on Tijuca Lagoon to take in the lush landscapes. Grab your cameras and enjoy plenty of opportunities to capture photos of the stunning scenery and local wildlife such as caimans, capybaras, and several bird species. Includes roundtrip transfers from your Rio hotel for added convenience.

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.

Tijuca National Park is a lush forest located just outside of Rio’s city center and offers a breath of fresh air from bustling city life. This half-day tour takes you on a walk through the forest to see waterfalls, admire panoramic views of the city and Atlantic Ocean, observe local wildlife in their natural habitats, and learn how the area was reforested after being destroyed by coffee and sugarcane plantations.

Enjoy an adventurous and informative experience on a half-day boat tour to Marapendi Lagoon from Rio de Janeiro. The excursion focuses on environmental awareness and endangered species preservation. During the boat tour, witness the efforts of wildlife preservation. You may have the opportunity to release alligators into the lagoon. Following the boat tour, visit Reserva Beach to relax or try water activities, like kayaking.

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.

Hop into a jeep for a hike in the Pedra do Telégrafo. The 3-hour jeep ride is the best way to enjoy the beautiful landscapes. With the hoods off you may feel the sunlight and the fresh air as we pass through the shores of Rio. Far from the busy crowd, the Pedra do Telégrafo hiking leads to a special rock where you may take a picture hanging from the edge of it. Do not worry about pictures as our team is ready for your paparazzi moments. After the hiking, hop into the jeep again as we have a panoramic tour visiting the hidden beaches in Rio.

Relax and swim on a speedboat tour on the shores of Rio! We start with the hotel pickup to go to the harbour and embark on the speedboat. We sail through the Guanabara Bay and through the most important beaches of Rio, such as Copacabana and Arpoador. We stop at different places to swim and have fun! From the speedboat, we admire the landmarks of our town, such as the São João Fort, Sugarloaf Mountain, Praia Vermelha, Ilhas Cagarras and Ilha Fiscal. Cold beers, soft drinks and mineral water are offered by our crew. At the end of the tour, we return to the hotel. Tour guide, speedboat ride, selected beverages and roundtrip transfer included.

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.

Ease into an exploration of Rio thanks to this 3-hour private sightseeing tour in Rio. Finishing a cruise vacation in Rio de Janeiro? This private Rio sightseeing overview trip is the perfect introduction to this breezy Brazilian beach paradise. Get a sense for historic Rio during stops in city’s charming downtown and the bohemian enclave of Santa Teresa. You’ll also explore Rio’s legendary beach culture during visits to Ipanema, Copcabana and Leblon. A private guide, plus round-trip hotel or port transport, is included.

Explore Rio like high roller during this 5-hour private tour aboard a luxurious limousine. Join your ‘Carioca’ (Rio local) guide as you absorb the incredible scenery, fascinating neighborhoods and iconic attractions of this breezy Brazilian city. Admire the hang gliders taking off from Pedra Bonita in Sao Conrado and pay your respects at Rio’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. After lunch in bohemian Santa Teresa, you’ll cap off your day with an optional drop-off at Sugar Loaf Mountain for the sunset. Your private guide and limo are both included.