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Pedra Bonita hike is one of the most popular trails in Rio, known for its incredible panoramic views and moderate difficulty level. Pedra Bonita (Beautiful Stone) is located in the Tijuca’s National Park, in São Conrado (696 m / 2284 ft). It is one of the best options for those looking for a good relationship between time and attractiveness. Most of the climb is by car or van and includes a visit to the paragliding ramp and Chinese Belvedere. The trail is wide open and takes around 45 minutes, considered easy, to reach an amazing ridge. As Pedra Bonita is very close to Pedra da Gávea, the view is fantastic and covers most of the city’s sights. Enjoy one of the 5 best views of Rio in Pedra Bonita hike. * Tour details: Pick-up time: 07:30am Tour duration: 5hs (approx) Hike level: moderate (level 2 of 5) Trail length: 3.5 km / 2,1 miles (total) Elevation gain: 270m / 886ft Trail duration: 2 hours (1h climb / 45 min descent – approx)

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.

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.

Explore the Feira Hippie de Ipanema, a longstanding fair and farmers market in Ipanema, during this tour in Rio. Stroll through the more than 700 stalls containing locally made jewelry, contemporary art and Brazilian folk crafts. Stop by one of the food stalls to try an acarajé; a croquette, fried in palm oil and filled with spicy shrimp. Practice your bargaining skills with the vendors and engage in friendly conversation with the locals who have flocked to this fair every Sunday since its inception in 1968. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.

Travel by coach from Rio de Janeiro to the historical city of Petrópolis on this day trip, with guided tours of several must-see attractions. See the summer residence of Dom Pedro II and learn more about Brazil’s 19th-century royal rule at the Imperial Museum. View the Gothic-style interior of St Peter of Alcantara Cathedral, tour the Crystal Palace and Santos Dumont Museum, shop on renowned Tereza Street and taste chocolate at the Patrone chocolate factory.

Experience the beauty of Arraial do Cabo, also known as the Caribbean of Brazil, on this full-day excursion from Rio. Depart the bustling city and board your vessel to begin the journey across the turquoise waters of this idyllic locale. Throughout the day, stop at several beaches to relax and make several stops for diving, with hotel pickup and executive transportation included.

Explore beyond Rio de Janeiro city limits—and discover one of the region's most striking destinations—on this full-day trip to Petrópolis, a city built as a summer residence for Brazil's emperors. You'll get to discover cultural highlights ranging from the Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace to the city's cathedral, with admission tickets all included. Then, cap off your excursions with lunch and a brewery visit and tasting tour.

Experience life like a local when you embark on this half-day city tour of Rio de Janeiro. You’re introduced to three Brazilian favorites—soccer, samba, and shopping—with a guide who is passionate about them all. Visit Maracanã stadium, the Sambadrome, and the Saara shopping district in downtown Rio. A caipirinha is included, with hotel transport provided by air-conditioned minivan.

✔ Fully private experience with guide, driver, and comfortable vehicle ✔ Customized itinerary combining highlights, nature, and local culture ✔ Visit both iconic landmarks and hidden gems at a relaxed pace ✔ Perfect for travelers who want to explore Rio without rushing ✔ Door-to-door service with flexible pickup and drop-off This is not a standard tour — it’s a carefully designed experience to help you enjoy Rio with comfort, flexibility, and local insight.

Premium Experience with Privileged View: We operate panoramic Flights that fly over the most iconic sights of Rio de Janeiro, with unique angles that only the helicopter can provide. Humanized and personalized care: Our team accompanies the customer from the first contact to the post-flight, with support in Portuguese, English and Spanish. Secure and certified operation: Our aircraft strictly follow ANAC standards and undergo regular maintenance. Pilots have extensive experience. Routes for all profiles: We offer shared and private Flights with varying durations (15 to 60 minutes), including options for special occasions such as wedding requests and celebrations. We left directly from Jacarepaguá airport, a heliport certified by Anac. Visual quality and guaranteed memory: We offer video and photo purchase option. International recognition: Attended by travellers from more than 40 countries, VRP is already a reference in the segment.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Rio de Janeiro, this full-day city sightseeing tour takes care of the details for you, so you don’t have to make plans in a new city. Spend a full day exploring, with visits to the Christ the Redeemer Statue (Cristo Redentor) and Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar) included, as well as lunch, hotel pickup, and private group transport.

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We are sure to be offering the best to our tourists who will, alongside the carioca, enjoy a very pleasant environment that values our musical traditions. As soon as you enter, you will hear the rhythm of the music and enjoy a unique place. Its walls are full of curious objects and on its stage there are always groups playing live. You will spend the night dancing samba, choro, MPB and forró. After enjoying the spectacle of Rio Scenarium, we will return to your hotel.

Our tourist guide will pick you up at your hotel or a matched location and transport you in one of our vehicles to the Dona Marta community where you will be welcomed by our local guide. As you travel all the paths of this famous community you will have the opportunity to know all the historical, cultural, administrative and daily curiosities of its residents. In addition to many photos, you will have the opportunity to get to know where the footage of the video clip “they don’t care about us” by the King of Pop Michael Jackson was made. It will be a unique opportunity to talk to locals, kill curiosities and visit some of the social projects of this community. This mediated visit has an interpreter guide in the following languages: English, Spanish, French and Portuguese. For more comfort during the experience we suggest wearing comfortable clothes but closed shoes. Activity not recommended for people under 10 years old and people with mobility restrictions.

Discover the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of Rio de Janeiro on a personalized private tour. Experience, in a single tour, iconic attractions such as Christ the Redeemer and the famous Copacabana Beach, as well as lesser-known spots that reveal the charm and positive energy of the marvelous city.

The 14th-century Fiscal Island Palace sits on an island in Guanabara Bay and is renowned as the location of the “Last Ball of the Empire,” the last royal ball prior to the coup d'état that led to Brazil becoming a Republic. With this private tour, discover the history of Imperial Brazil as you ride the ferry to the island, explore the palace, and visit the Naval Museum.

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Discover two of Rio de Janeiro’s most vibrant neighborhoods—and make numerous stops for food, drinks, and live samba music—on this small-group tour. In the evening, meet in the bohemian, hilltop Santa Teresa neighborhood, where you’ll visit a number of traditional bars for classic bites, from beef skewers to Afro-Brazilian dishes. Then, in festive Lapa, visit several samba bars for live shows, snacks, and perfectly cold chopp (draft beer).

From the colorful Selaron steps to the colossal Christ the Redeemer statue, Rio de Janeiro has plenty to offer, but it can be overwhelming to see it all in one day on your own. Avoid spending hours planning an itinerary and book a private driving tour that covers the city’s highlights plus tickets to the Christ and Sugarloaf Mountain.

Admire the show called Ginga Tropical! The cast of dancers and artists will fascinate you with the dance forró, a sensual union between movements of lambada and capoeira. Discover through folk music and dance stories of folklore, from the Amazon, from the Pampas, from Lapa, as well as from the mystical rituals of Bahia. Some cast members may leave the stage and invite you to dance. It's time to go wild! With dinner included in Churrascaria de Buffet Livre, customers will have the opportunity to know the main typical dishes of Brazil. We will stop by to pick you up at your hotel in Rio de Janeiro at 7:00 pm, where we will go to the delicious dinner before seeing the show.

Travel back in time and get to know Rio de Janeiro’s historic center on this private, 6-hour photography walking tour. Along with a professional photographer guide, learn fun facts about the city’s past while witnessing the largest concentration of historic and financial buildings. Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, Confeitaria Colombo (Tea House), the Theatro Municipal and the National Library of Brazil. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album from the tour. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Just over an hour from Rio de Janeiro lies the Serra dos Orgaos National Park, home to the strange and beautiful “Organ Pipe” Range. Rather than renting a car, go with this small-group tour and a guide who takes you to all the park’s best spots. From natural pools to high-county trails to 400-year-old chapels and beyond, this is a great way to escape from the city for a day.

Combine the best of Rio de Janeiro in one day. This full-day city sightseeing tour includes downtown landmarks plus two top attractions: Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer. A guide shares local knowledge about each site, recognized internationally for their beauty and history. Limited to 15 passengers by minivan, this small-group itinerary includes pickup from selected hotels—allowing you to cover more ground in less time.

Embark on a hike showcasing Rio's majestic views and delve into the lively Vidigal favela, a burgeoning local treasure. Gather at our spot in Copacabana where our guide awaits. From Copacabana, transition to Vidigal comfortably in our private transport. On arriving, hop onto a moto-taxi for a riveting ride that scales up to the trailhead. Then, walk a 1.5km trail (about 1 hour each way) of mild difficulty. Along this route, savor the scenic stopovers offering respite and breathtaking glimpses of Rio's diverse beauty. From the peak, feast your eyes on panoramic vistas: the iconic Ipanema, São Conrado beach, and the expansive Rocinha favela. Descend into the vibrant Vidigal favela. Engage with its dynamic businesses, mingle with the locals, and gain a richer perspective on the community from our guide's tales. Beyond a mere tour, our journey champions a cause. Your contribution directly aids our resident guide, ensuring the local community thrives from our shared experiences.