Top Rio de Janeiro Day Trips

Exploring Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande in One Day

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12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $85

Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain

Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this comprehensive day tour. With your guide, tick off Christ the Redeemer statue, the Selarón Steps, Maracanã Stadium, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian. If you upgrade to the premium option, you can even take the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, plus stop for lunch in one of the city's best steakhouses. Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Full Day in Rio: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue Lunch

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Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro on this full-day guided tour with lunch. Take the Corcovado train up to the Christ the Redeemer statue, take a cable car ride up to the Sugarloaf Mountain, see the famed Maracana soccer stadium, capture beautiful photos in front of the colorful Selaron Steps, and much more. This tour is also inclusive of a delicious barbecue buffet lunch at a local steakhouse.

from $72

Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue

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Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach

from $98

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14 hoursFree Cancellation

from $68

Get away from Rio’s raucous side and head deep into nature on this half-day tour. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll head to the city’s “Green Lungs,” aka Tijuca National Park, the largest urban rainforest on the planet. With your guide leading the way, you’ll wander amongst caves and waterfalls, watch for wildlife, and marvel at Brazilian biodiversity—bring your camera, your hiking shoes, and your exploring legs!

Swim Under Tijuca Waterfalls — Hike, Caves, Wildlife & Rio Views

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(1,169)

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $79

Summit both Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains on this half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro. After bright and early pickup from your Rio hotel, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to get up close with the Christ the Redeemer statue without throngs of people around. After learning about its history from your local guide, move on to Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of the sprawling city.

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The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

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5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $85

Visit the islands of Angra do Reis aboard a boat on this excursion from Rio de Janeiro. Relax as the boat sails through the deep blue waters and you watch the vibrant green of the Atlantic forest pass by on the shoreline. Get a chance to interact with some local dolphins and participate in water sports (own expense). Disembark on some of the small islands to explore the beaches, shop the open-air markets for local handicrafts and sidle up to one of the beach bars for a drink. Lunch on board the boat and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels are included.

Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour from Rio with Boat Ride and Lunch

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14 hoursFree Cancellation

from $64

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Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $86

The tour to Arraial do Cabo is one of our most popular tour options. Located at the end of the stretch of the Lagos Region, the city of Arraial do Cabo is also known as the "Brazilian Caribbean" due to its crystalline waters and the strong presence of marine life. Our tour, which departs daily, offers transport with air conditioning, a tour of the beaches and lunch at an all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant. Come and discover the most beautiful paradisiacal beaches in Rio de Janeiro.

Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio de Janeiro

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13 hoursFree Cancellation

from $73

As one of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic attractions, Christ the Redeemer attracts lengthy lines. Save time and prevent hassle by prebooking skip-the-line tickets, which allow you to board the next available train to the summit of Corcovado, where the statue is located. Your return ticket is valid on any train, so spend as much time as you like at the top, enjoying panoramic vistas of Rio and capturing photographs of the landmark.

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

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(534)

2 hours

from $46

Embark on a journey through the historical town of Paraty. Famous for the Gold Path connecting Minas Gerais, São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro during the Gold Cycle, Paraty has kept its historical buildings almost intact. It feels like we are back to the Colonial Times in Brazil. Starting with hotel pickup, we take the Green Coast path to Paraty. Beautiful green landscapes prepare you for the city ahead. Take this opportunity to plan the itinerary with the tour guide. It is a private tour, so you may choose what to do in Paraty. You can visit a distillery to see how they produce the cachaça - our national liquor -, you can swim at the waterfalls, you can lay down on the beach, you can visit the historical landmarks or you can do some shopping in town. It is really up to you! After you have enjoyed this tailor-made tour, we hit the road back to Rio.

Full-Day Historical Tour in Paraty from Rio

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14 hoursFree Cancellation

from $290

The Lapa district of Rio de Janeiro is renowned for its buzzing nightlife and live music scene. With this evening pub crawl, discover the neighborhood at its most atmospheric as you visit popular local pubs and bars, sip a free shot of cachaça, and listen to live samba or forró music. Accompanied by your guide and group of party-seeking travelers, enjoy a fun night out with VIP admission and special offers on drinks.

More than a Pub Crawl: An Authentic Night Experience in Rio

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4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $40

We selected the main tourist spots in Rio de Janeiro to be visited in a unique and dynamic itinerary, with comfort and safety. In addition, we offer the accompaniment of a local guide that maximizes the experience of our tourists telling the curiosities and historical facts of the city. We work with the best tourism professionals and excellent suppliers, so that we can provide an exclusive experience to our customers.

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A Day in Rio - City Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $127

3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide

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3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $47

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Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $33

See Rio de Janeiro from a completely new angle during a private tour that offers the option of Delta wing or parapent over the Eternal City. It is not necessary to have prior experience in these radical sports to take advantage of this tour, which allows you to escape the crowds on land and enjoy unparalleled views of the main attractions such as Copacabana Beach, the Christ Redemptor and the Sugar Bread.

Experience Asa Delta or Parapente in the River

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2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $242

Original Historic Coffee Farm Guided Tour with Transfer

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from $220

Ride through Tijuca National Park's rainforest in an open-top Jeep during this half-day trip from Rio. During guided eco-tour, hike through the forest to spot sloths, butterflies, monkeys, and birds. Enjoy panoramic views from Vista Chinesa (Chinese View) and marvel at the fact that this section of the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) is just 10 minutes outside the city limits. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Jeep Adventure: Guided Tour through Tijuca Rain Forest

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(569)

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $91

Tour Angra dos Reis + Ilha Grande | Departures from Rio de Janeiro

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13 hoursFree Cancellation

from $64

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Save yourself hours of planning on a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro that includes lunch, admission tickets, transportation, and hotel pickup for the ultimate experience of the Eternal City. Rather than navigating public transport in an unfamiliar city, you’ll travel around the city in air-conditioned comfort and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide. Plus, you’ll tick off top attractions such as Christ the Redeemer Statue, Sugarloaf Mountain and more.

Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

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Carnaval Experience: Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

from $159

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1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $30

About 170 km away from the - Zona Sul - of Rio, I want to guide you to discover Arraial do Cabo. The town is located in the - Lake Region - and is known as - the Caribbean of Brazil - for the crystal clear waters of its sea. It recently saw its Pontal beach in Atalaia awarded as one of the most beautiful in the world. To demonstrate this, I limit myself to quoting the comment that Amerigo Vespucci wrote when he arrived in this region: "if an earthly paradise exists in the world, it must undoubtedly not be very far from these places". I propose a fantastic boat tour during which we will stop to get to know the best points of this paradise, which you really can't miss when coming on holiday to Rio de Janeiro! Attention: the transfer from Rio de Janeiro to Arraial do Cabo will be made by private car, while the boat tour is shared with other tourists. The boat has a capacity of approximately 100 people and is equipped with toilets and a bar with a small restaurant service.

Discover Arraial do Cabo and one of the most beautiful beaches in the world

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12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $272

Trip to Petropolis with transfer included. Discover the Imperial City with the No. 1 agency in Rio, without intermediaries. Discover Petrópolis and discover how this small city became the Capital of the Empire of Brazil. A picturesque place, full of history and culture. With its pleasant climate and beautiful architecture, the city was for many years the home of Dom Pedro II, Emperor of Brazil, being present at the most important moments of our country. An exciting tour that will make you relive the history of Imperial Brazil.

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

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8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $44

See two iconic Rio de Janeiro landmarks from the water—Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf—on a sailing tour. Sail in Guanabara Bay or the open sea while you relax with a welcome drink and snacks. Enjoy stunning views and discover the magic of sailing from the captain who illuminates Rio’s history. This 3-hour boat tour has a maximum capacity of 20, so there'll be plenty of room onboard.

Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour

4.9

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3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $57

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The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

Irfaan_M, Mar 2026

I highly recommend this...

I highly recommend this tour. It made visiting Christ the redeemer and sugar mountain so easy. We took the earlier time of 730 and got to Christ the redeemer before it got too busy/hot. When we went to sugarloaf we had a short wait on the way up and on the way down we skipped pass what looked like a hundred people waiting in a snaking queue in the sun. Peter was a great tour guide and gave us enough free time to see things ourselves after some initial information.

3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Nick_P, Mar 2026

Super tour!

This was a super-interesting tour through the heart of the favela. Our guide was Martin who was born and bred and lives in the favela. He clearly explained how life was and made sure we knew where we could (and occasionally could not) take photos. We felt perfectly safe and I would thoroughly recommend this tour! If you want to see the real side of Rio and then this is the tour.

Telegraph Stone Adventure

A_T, Feb 2026

Brutal but worth it

VANESSA <3, my tour guide was so knowledgable about the mountain and the ecosystem from the plants to the animals. Hike is definitely not for the weak…pretty brutal and hot going up. Hotel pick up was very convenient and got to experience the best views of beaches on the jeep style vehicle. Protip- bring a towel, buy water, if you sweat a lot maybe an extra shirt in your bag for pics when you get to the top. I will definitely book another tour experience with the company. ALOHA…you will understand this phrase when you get to the top lol. They take professional photos for R$5 each photo and your tour guide can take the on the phone. D100% recommend.

Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach

Edison_C, Feb 2026

Give Zeni a salary upgrade!

Zeni was a great tour guide, she loves her work and is always ensuring everyone is on the same page. Communication from the very beginning was excellent, and you can see she goes the extra mile for everyone. Truly a wonderful time and soul. Only caveat was just some delay in lunch food and long trip to get to Cabo Frío. Great views, great time, good people.

A Day in Rio - City Tour

Rob_M, Jan 2026

Almost too much to do but a great experience

The tour was great. Tour guide, Aldo, narrated well among 3 languages. We got to see Christ the Redeemer, Sugarhill Mountain and the famous stairs. The included lunch at the Brazilian steak house was great! The only feedback I would give to potential customers is that there may be too much activities to do in this tour. With Rio traffic, our tour went over advertised time. Make your plans accordingly and allow for the potential for this tour to go late.

Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf: Rio City Tour with Lunch

Judi_K, Jan 2026

Wonderful day

Guilherme and his driver were absolutely wonderful. I travel with a portable oxygen concentrator and walker, and they went out of their way to make sure that everything was as easy as possible, and that I was able to participate in all of the activities. I can’t believe that he speaks so many languages and was able to keep up with everybody. He was able to answer all of our questions and shared lots of history and stories with us. Lunch was in a nice restaurant and food was great. It was a long day, but was definitely well worth it as we covered quite a bit!

Half-Day Tour: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón & Sunset at Sugarloaf

Alexandria_B, Jan 2026

This half-day tour was...

This half-day tour was one of the highlights of my trip to Rio. Each stop was well timed, and the sunset at Sugarloaf was truly stunning. A special shoutout to our tour guide Jonas, who was excellent—informative, professional, and genuinely passionate about sharing Rio’s history and culture. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting.

Exploring Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande in One Day

Iman_I, Dec 2025

Worth the entire day’s commitment

We loved seeing the islands. Truly so unique and magical. Nayt was our tour guide and goes above and beyond to make it a fun and efficient experience. We did not realize that the bus ride is initially three hours when we booked the experience but Nayt was so accommodating. He made sure to have the bus stop about half way through for a bathroom break that was very well timed. He was so efficient in educating us, taking orders for the photos, and moving along the group. The boat ride was a hoot! He’s all smiles, knowledge and fun! Made a long day well worth it. Ilha grande itself and the surrounding area look like something out of Jurassic park. It almost was too beautiful to believe it was real. We got to snorkel, swim, eat, drink. Overall a great day trip.

Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer

Jennifer_L, Nov 2025

This was an amazing tour...

This was an amazing tour with an even more amazing tour guide, Alvaro. Before the excursion, Alvaro messaged us with lunch/dinner suggestions, if the restaurants accepted credit card, what to bring to wear, a detailed itinerary and kept in touch several times before the tour. During the tour, he paid attention to all the little details- plenty of bathroom breaks, cover ups for our swim suits, hair tie for my hair, beach chairs, special treats and local snacks, go pro footage of the trip, walking poles, and lots of photo taking. Alvaro was one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had.

Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour

Josh_C, Oct 2025

10/10 Experience!

We loved the sailing! It was a smooth process with easy parking, great hosts and a nice selection of drinks. Our guide pointed out landmarks and explained the history behind the different locations and buildings. We left wanting to do it again and it was one of our favorite things we did on our trip!

Christ the Redeemer by Van and Selarón Steps

Tyler_C, Aug 2025

Our guide Priscilla was...

Our guide Priscilla was so nice and full of energy. She really kept our attention and made sure everyone was together and safe the entire trip. As for the tour…it was a 8/10. I didn’t give it a 10/10 because it was cloudy at the top and we could hardly see the statue. The clouds broke for a split second and we were able to get pics but couldn’t see the city at all. Obviously, you can’t control the weather and it wasn’t anyone’s fault. Just note that depending on the weather and season you may not be able to see anything. I would check to see when the best time to visit to ensure you have a good view. We were allowed 30 mins there because we had other things to get to, could have used a tad longer. Just to reiterate, our guide and driver was fabulous…weather not so much.

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Michele_W, Jun 2025

Great Change of Scenery from Rio

Be prepared for a long pickup process...not a complaint, just a fact to accommodate everyone's hotel pickup. The ride is then 1 1/2 hours. There is a break on the highway. When you get to Petropolis, there is a quick stop for photos at Quitandina Palace, so no entry fee, next we went to the Santos Dumas Museum, which is worth the very small entry fee. And then cross the street for a quick break at Katz's Chocolate store. Next was a visit inside the cathedral, and free buffet lunch nearby. The highlight of the day was the Imperial Palace, where we spent an hour. The visit to Crystal Palace was for a quick photo as it has nothing inside. Finally, the group either went to the brewery or to shop on Rue Teresa. Too tired to shop, we had coffee and strudel across the street from the meeting point at a Hungarian café. Only a few went to the brewery. We left Petrpolis at 6:30 and arrived back at our hotel at 8pm. The guide amazingly switched between English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and was very humorous and animated. She kept us on time and watched over us as our "Brazilian Mother" for the day.