Top Rio de Janeiro Holidays

Explore the Carnival Factory, for a peek behind the scenes of Rio's Carnival, on this cultural tour. Learn how the parade's famous floats and costumes are produced. Listen to commentary on the history of samba and carnival, then hit the dressing rooms to try on some costumes and take some photos. Wind up with a cocktail and a samba class for the whole carnival experience.

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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.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant nightlife of Rio de Janeiro with this unforgettable pub crawl and community dance scene. Discover the city's best rooftop bars, sip on cocktails, and dance to Brazilian funk while a local party guide ensures you have a safe experience. Venture into the lively streets of the community for a unique party atmosphere that showcases Rio's rich culture and energy. Enjoy complimentary drinks throughout the night as you connect with fellow travelers and locals alike. - Explore Rio's nightlife with visits to trendy rooftop bars - Enjoy complimentary drinks and a local party guide for insider tips - Experience the lively atmosphere of a community party - Transport there is included

Head to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro. Your skip-the-line ticket gives you priority access to both cable cars, saving you time waiting at this popular attraction, and is valid for any departure time on the day you select. Admire the beautiful views of the city, the mountains, and the coastline from the lookout.

Sail and dance at the hottest boat party in Rio de Janeiro! Every Tuesday, board a two-story boat that turns into a nightclub with DJ SANT energizing the crowd with the best sounds of funk, reggaeton, pop, and electronic music. With a capacity for 150 people, this exclusive party features a high-quality sound system and dazzling lighting, creating an exciting and vibrant environment. Enjoy the included entry and prepare for a night of fun, connections, and plenty of music as you glide through the waters of Guanabara Bay, one of the world's most beautiful settings.

Our tour allows you a unique view of several tourist attractions in Rio de Janeiro, such as Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain, in addition to passing through several historical points of our city. You experience the most beautiful sunset in Rio, enjoying our caipirinhas, making a toast to the Marvelous City!

Take your Rio de Janeiro visit to new heights thanks to this small-group hiking excursion to the top of Pedra da Gavea. Travel to Rio’s Tijuca rainforest for your ascent of this 2,770-foot (844-meter) pinnacle of rock, admiring local wildlife during the steep climb. You’ll eventually strap on climbing equipment, completing a few basic rock climbing sections on your trip to the top. Enjoy stunning views of greater Rio from the peak before rappelling back down. A guide and all necessary equipment are all included.

Experience the thrill of Carnival at Marquês de Sapucaí in 2027 with our exclusive tour! Let yourself be carried away by the stunning sounds and colors of this epic event as you are comfortably and stylishly transported directly to the heart of the celebration. Witness the spectacle of the samba schools and immerse yourself in the traditions and history that make Brazilian Carnival so special. Watch the schools' parade up close, marveling at the dazzling costumes, impressive floats, and the contagious joy that fills the Sapucaí. This is your chance to experience the true spirit of Carnival, a celebration that goes beyond the ordinary and creates lifelong memories. Reserve now and secure your spot for this unforgettable, epic experience!

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.

The Rio Boat Party in Rio de Janeiro is a unique and breathtaking experience for many reasons. First, the setting in which it takes place is stunning. Views of Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer and Rio's iconic beaches provide a truly magical setting. In addition, the transformation of the boat into a real nightclub is something extraordinary. With two floors and a specially designed interior, the environment is filled with lights, music and a contagious energy. Renowned DJs take over the trucks, providing a musical journey that covers the best styles, such as house, funk, hip-hop and Latin rhythms. The presence of a vibrant crowd of locals also adds to the unique atmosphere of the Rio Boat Party. People from different backgrounds and nationalities come together to celebrate and dance together, creating a sense of community and connection. The positive and joyful energy that fills the boat is contagious, making everyone feel part of something special.

On this shared tour you will enjoy the most beautiful sunset in the Marvelous City aboard our speedboat. Far from the hustle and bustle of classic tourist spots. Take the opportunity to take unique photos and contemplate the views that are breathtaking!

Get a glimpse into local life in Rio de Janeiro during a favela tour that reveals a different side of the Marvelous City. In an intimate group limited to 12 travelers, you’ll explore two of the largest favelas in Rio, and benefit from the local insight of a guide as you learn more about living conditions in the city.

Pub Crawl in Lapa with Premium Cachaça and Live Samba Prepare to experience the Californian night as a real place — with safety, authenticity and plenty of energy. With more than 10 years of experience in tourism and night entertainment, we offer much more than just visiting bars: we guide you through an immersive cultural experience in the bohemian heart of Rio. The tour includes a visit to 2 traditional bars with live samba, guided tasting of 5 premium cachaças, a 500ml Brazilian caipirinha and stop at the iconic Escadaria Selarón for amazing photos. We finished the evening in a Carioca boat for you to dance like the locals. We work with controlled groups to ensure real integration, comfort and individual attention. Before the tour, we send you all the detailed instructions and offer full support during the experience. Ideal for solo travelers, couples and groups of friends who want to live Lapa with safety, organization and real fun.

Find out more about the Rio carnival visiting areas that the public is's normally allowed to visit. Dress up in costumes, learn the basics of samba from dancers and the history of samba, see floats, taste a caipirinha and other essentials of this celebration. After pickup at your place, your guide takes you to explore the Carnaval Factory for a behind-the-scenes look. In this warehouse, see how the showy costumes worn in the parades are made. Admire the details of the floats that parade through the sambadrome. Then, head to the exhibition hall to learn about the history of samba and Rio's carnival, which has been celebrated for over a century. During the visit, feel the atmosphere of union and emotion that is felt during Carnival. Continue to the backstage dressing rooms, where you will have the opportunity to try on some costumes. To end this experience, a professional dancer will give a brief samba class. Finally, enjoy a delicious caipirinha before being dropped at your place.

Take a break from sightseeing and experience Rio De Janeiro like a local at a baile funk party, which are typically not tourist-friendly. Attending one with a local guide who knows the scene well allows you to party in a safer and more stress-free way. See a side of Rio that most tourists never will.

Venture away from the busy city of Rio and take a tour of Petropolis with hotel pickup included. Visit key landmarks such as the Imperial Palace, St. Peter’s Cathedral, the house of Santos Dumont, Quitandinha Palace, and more. Choose to upgrade your city tour to include a Brazilian lunch or lunch plus a visit to the Bohemia Brewery to learn about beer making and sample the famous Brazilian beer.

his isn’t your average pub crawl — it’s a night inside Rio’s true party soul. Guided by Carol, a local mixologist and storyteller, you’ll explore five iconic bars across Lapa, each one revealing a new flavor, rhythm, and local ritual. From craft beers to fruit-infused caipirinhas, every stop blends traditional Brazilian bites with the city’s electric energy. Between bars, you’ll pass landmarks like the Selarón Steps and Lapa Arches, meeting fellow travelers and locals along the way. It’s a night that fuses iconic landmarks, local flavors, and real connection, half sightseeing, half celebration. Expect laughter, drinks that tell stories, and a social vibe that turns strangers into friends. You’ll even take home a Cook in Rio souvenir shot glass — and our Five-Star Guarantee: if it’s not five-star, you don’t pay for four.

Named after the last Emperor of Brazil, Pedro II, Petrópolis was the favored summer residence for Brazil’s emperors and elites in the 19th-century. A great way to delve deeper into Brazil’s history, this full-day group tour from Rio offers visitors the chance to discover this fascinating city for themselves, with guided sightseeing trips of the old imperial palace—which is now a museum—and many other historical sights, including a behind-the-scenes tour of Brazil’s first brewery.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s biggest parties during this tour in Rio de Janeiro. See all the work that goes into this week-long party as you tour the City of Samba, a warehouse where floats and costumes are kept, and the Grande Rio’s Samba Factory, to learn about the history of samba and how to samba while wearing a traditional costume.

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.

European grapes on the rich Brazilian soil in the hands of hard-working people are producing interesting and complex wines in Brazil. We invite you to check it by yourself. Embark on a wine tasting section with the best Brazilian wines in Rio. We get to see over 240 different bottles from small and medium-sized local wine-makers. It is the largest Brazilian Carte du Vin in the world. We sample incredible wines with local experts.

The bohemian Santa Teresa and the nightlife hub of Lapa are two of Rio de Janeiro’s most atmospheric neighborhoods. With this walking tour, explore some of the city’s most photo-worthy spots, including the Ruins Park (closed Tuesdays), the vibrant Selarón Steps, and Cinelândia. Take in the views as you ride the local tram, stroll through the Passeio Público, and visit the legendary Confeitaria Colombo café.