Top Rio de Janeiro Day Trips

Exploring Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande in One Day

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Carnaval Experience: Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Unmissable beaches and islands! Angra dos Reis has 365 islands, which makes it a truly special destination. The coast of Rio de Janeiro is famous for its paradisiacal scenery, with crystal clear waters and incomparable beauty. Ilha Grande, the largest island in the state and the sixth largest in Brazil, has a coastline lined with several peninsulas and coves, where breathtaking beaches are spread out. Among so many options, the most popular ones include Lagoa Azul, Lagoa Verde, Praia Cataguazes, Praia de Freguesia de Santana and Praia de Japariz, the latter ideal for a lunch stop. Each of these beaches and islands offers unique experiences and stunning landscapes, contributing to making Angra dos Reis an unforgettable destination.

Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Tour in an Adventure Day

Check off most of Rio de Janeiro's top landmarks and highlights on a single full-day tour that saves you hours of planning logistics. Beat the Marvelous City's heat as you travel between the Sambadromo, the Christ the Redeemer Statue, and the Tijuca Rainforest in an air-conditioned vehicle to help you stay cool and collected. A buffet lunch, round-trip transfers, and admission tickets to Christ the Redeemer are all included for ease.

Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf: Rio City Tour with Lunch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

Private Rio Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Sugar Loaf Essentials

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a flexible, fully customized way to experience Rio de Janeiro—and opt to visit the sights that interest you most—on this private, full-day sightseeing tour. Traveling aboard a private vehicle makes getting around seamless. Choose to stop at major landmarks including Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and the Selaron Steps (admission tickets own expense). You can also explore the historic city center, visit Tijuca Forest, or discover bohemian Santa Teresa.

Private Custom Full-Day Highlights in Rio: Only the Best Sights!

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Full-Day Private Tour of Rio with Pick Up

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Private SUV : Telégrafo Stone, 18 beaches, sunset and photography

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Relax on the pristine, uncrowded beaches of Ilha Grande and Angra dos Reis during this 12-hour excursion from Rio de Janeiro. Take a break from the urban pace with a sightseeing cruise through the islands, passing Ponta da Piedade, Lagoa Azul and Ilha de Cataguases. Stop to swim and snorkel in the azure waters or dig your toes into the soft sand. Enjoy lunch aboard the boat; drinks are available for purchase. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Official tour guides, driving brand new cars and speaking your language, visiting Christ the Redeemer, Santa Teresa and Selaron steps. Our company works with private transfers and tours since 2012. Our team is very flexible. You can spend more time in one attraction or skip one that you dont want to visit. As the driver/vehicles stays with you for 5 hours, you can include attractions on the way that are interesting for you. The price is per vehicle and we can fit 4 passengers from your group. For example, if you dont want to stop in Santa Tereza, but preffer to stay longer visitng the Statue, we can do it. Please give us a chance to serve you!

Private Half-Day Tour to Corcovado and Santa Teresa

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the mountain retreat of Petrópolis on this full-day guided tour. Once a summer holiday destination for the royalty of Brazil, Petrópolis features landmarks like the Crystal Palace, the Imperial Museum and the burial place of Dom Pedro II. Purchase a tour upgrade for a stop at Cervejaria Bohemia, where you'll taste one of Brazil's favorite lagers and learn about the history and science behind this brewery through a tour and interactive exhibits. Round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels is included.

Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro including Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Get a taste of local life on a full-day trip to the blissful beaches and charming monuments of Buzios from Rio de Janeiro. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to Buzios, a coastal city famed for its traditional culture and pristine shores, while listening to enriching commentary from your expert guide. On arrival, absorb the quaint charm of Buzios’ cobbled streets on a relaxed wander and then take a boat tour to the tranquil islands surrounding the city, stopping intermittently to plunge into the crystal clear water of the Atlantic Ocean.

Buzios Tour from Rio with Boat Ride and Lunch

Explore the peninsula of Brazil with this tour full day tour from Rio De Janeiro to Armação dos Buzios to partake in a schooner ride through the region's best beaches and dive spots. Under the leadership of a professional, visit the incredible Joao Fernandes Beach, swim among turtles at Tartaruga Beach, and roam along the Orla Bardot Boardwalk. Lunch is provided for comfort and convenience.

Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Save yourself hours of planning on a tour of Rio de Janeiro that includes admission tickets, transportation, and hotel pickup for the ultimate experience of the "Marvelous City." Rather than navigating public transport in an unfamiliar city, travel around the city in air-conditioned comfort and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide. Choose from two options: a shorter tour with just Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, or a longer tour that also includes other Rio highlights such as the Selaron Steps and Cathedral, plus a buffet lunch.

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

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

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

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Telegraph Stone Adventure

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Rio de Janeiro

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

Heinz_H, Sep 2026

Excellent

Excellent tour, I would definitely recommend doing it. Very nice visit to all three sites with ample time to spend at each, particularly Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf. Our tour guide Jonas was great! He gave a nice history of Rio while also giving us information on the sites we were visiting. My wife and I both feel the tour was well worth our time!

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Heinz_H, Sep 2026

Excellent!

Excellent hike in Tijuca National Park with our tour guide Samuel. Learned a lot about the history of Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro and Brazil itself. Samuel shared videos he took with the group afterwards. Communication was spot on. Pick-up/drop off was right from our hotel on Copacabana Beach. Only negative was the rain (which nobody has any control over) and the difficulty of us trying to give Samuel & driver a tip they deservedly earned, but tough when we try to go cashless on international on trips.

3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide

David_C, Sep 2026

Top trip

Going to a favela with a guide is not dangerous in the slittiest. The people are very welcoming and governed by very strict rules which they will not break. It was a great Experience and I’d highly recommend it. Are guide Martin was was very matter of fact which added to the experience!

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

Bryan_C, Aug 2026

Definitely 10/10

I really enjoyed this tour! Jose (Z) took good care of us everything went smoothly. Each stop gave us more than enough time to enjoy! My entire crew got along together. I was solo that was great. Overall it was a 10/10 for me. I got to see my top 3 landmarks in Rio all in one tour! Thank you all

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

Nombulelo_M, Jul 2026

Amelia, the best tour guide

Amelia was so awesome. She was friendly from her reception at pick up until the end of our tour. She had vast knowledge about Rio and the sites we visited. Her knowledge about the various other countries and cultures was impressive. Her sense of humour and kindness made our tour more human! She was caring and considerate to the group. She was the best tour guide! Thank you Amelia. You made our tour of Rio so enjoyable.

Private Rio Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Sugar Loaf Essentials

Ruth_M, Jul 2026

Recommend Rio tour for key sites

Amazing Rio tour with Nathaly - everything went smoothly as she knew the best routes to take, best views, saved time at the busy sites and had great knowledge of Rio with many recommendations. Our driver was also great, navigating the Rio traffic with ease and also very friendly. The car is comfortable and air conditioned. Would 100% recommend this tour. The time just flew by.

Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour

PitLeong_Y, Jun 2026

Absolute highlight of Rio with this amazing crew!

Wow! If you are on the fence about booking a sunset cruise in Rio, just do it—and book with Sail in Rio! This is an absolute must-do activity to experience the unmatched beauty of Rio's ocean and mountain landscape. Seeing the city from the perspective of the Atlantic bay gives you unparalleled, front-row views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer that you simply cannot get from land. From the very first minute, the hospitality from the three crew members—Daniel, Chloe, and their wonderful colleague who kept us refreshed with fantastic drinks—was absolutely top-notch. As an international traveler, it was fantastic that their English was 100% clear and completely comprehensible, making communication completely effortless. The team was highly organized and professional, already waiting to greet us at 2:30 PM at the entrance for our 3:00 PM start. Their attention to detail, genuine care, and warmth made the entire 3-hour sea journey feel incredibly special. They kept the excellent drinks flowing, the snacks were great, and they anticipated every need—even providing fresh towels for anyone who wanted to take a swim and warm blankets to keep everyone comfortable the moment the sun went down. Watching the sea landscape change as the sun dropped behind the mountains was unforgettable, topped off by absolutely perfect weather on June 20! An incredible boat, an immaculate vibe, and an amazing crew. I cannot recommend the team highly enough!

Exploring Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande in One Day

Jonathan_B, Apr 2026

Great Day Trip

This is a nice little boat getaway to escape the hustle and bustle of Rio for a day. The bus picked us up right in front of our hotel and it was about a 2 1/2 hour bus ride to the boat location. The bus was very comfortable and allowed you to rest. On the way there, we were able choose optional activities (for a fee). I chose to jet ski and have my picture taken with the fishes. The prices were very reasonable. The actual boat was 3 decks and spacious enough to fit around 40 people comfortably. There was good music playing and a fully stocked bar to purchase drinks. There were 4 different spots where we were able to do the activities and swim in the ocean if we wanted. Stop 3 is where we were served lunch. It was buffet style with a decent selection of options. We did have to pay for drinks and dessert if you wanted them. After the last stop, we were able to catch a beautiful sunset over the ocean. We were dropped off at our hotel around 8pm. The experience was definitely worth the money.

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.

Rio’s Best_Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Selaron, Cathedral and more

Rachel_L, Oct 2025

Super overview of key sites, wonderful guide & a fantastic lunch. Do the full day!

A fabulous day! We are usually independent travellers who don't do guided tours but with limited time this was a great option, allowing us to be taken to the key sights without queuing or travel hassle. Sabina was an excellent guide. She is Italian, with excellent English. She gave interesting information & stories - never too much - & was very attentive to the group's wishes. We saw Christ the Redeemer with clear views, then Sugarloaf. Nothing felt rushed, & all was very clear about times to wander & when to meet up again. The Brazilian BBQ lunch was fabulous! Plentiful delicious meats on skewers brought to your table. A huge salad bar too. Wines were good & well priced. In the afternoon we did highlights of the city, & Sabina gave us much longer than planned, I think. 2 other people stayed on for the afternoon as it was such a good morning, which is a tribute to Sabina & the driver. The outside of Maracana Stadium was fun for the football fans. The Sambadrome made more sense when Sabina showed us a video on her phone of what it's like in Carnival time - thank you! I/we loved the contrasts of San Bento Monastery Chapel (beautiful, 18C,elaborate) then the Metropolitan Cathedral (60s modernist style but amazing stained glass inside). Finally the Selaron steps were fun, with everyone posing on them. Such a quirky evolving art-project. The tour gave such contrasts of this huge city. It helped us then self-guide for our next 2 days, & to really appreciate views back on places we had visited. A very good value tour & so well organised. Thank you!