Top Rio de Janeiro Rail Tours

Short on time in Rio? Don't want to spend the whole day touring? Don't miss the city's two iconic landmarks: Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf. Our express tour takes you to both, with breathtaking views and expert guides. Experience the essence of Rio in just a few hours.

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.

Skip the gridlocked city traffic and the crowded tour buses. Just 40 minutes from Rio's famous beaches lies a protected UNESCO World Heritage wilderness where the dense jungle canopy blocks out the city chaos. This is a paced, small-group journey designed to show you Rio’s wild side without the crowds.

Get an in-depth local experience with this walking tour of one of Rio's "favelas," Rocinha. Follow your resident guide through the slum to get an insider's perspective on daily life and learn about the challenges these communities face. Upgrade your experience to a 2-day tour that includes a visit to Tijuca Forest.

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.

The "Rio Adventure & Culture Experience" aims to deliver an unforgettable experience in Rio de Janeiro for non-Portuguese-speaking tourists who have concerns about safety. The project is designed to offer exciting outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, visits to historical landmarks, favela tours, live dance, and music parties, with the utmost safety and comfort, ensuring that visitors fully enjoy the marvelous city. The package offers a comprehensive five-day journey to explore the best of Rio de Janeiro, providing foreign and local tourists with a unique, safe, and culturally enriching experience. We have a beautiful old mansion with a swimming pool and a view of the bay in one of the most iconic neighborhoods called Santa Teresa, very close to Rio's most famous sights.

What sets this tour apart? ✔ We are your private Rio concierge and local expert, available before and during your stay ✔ 24/7 WhatsApp support for questions, recommendations, and assistance ✔ 100% tailor-made itinerary, designed around your interests, pace, and priorities ✔ Private guide, driver, and comfortable vehicle for both days ✔ We handle the logistics, transportation, timing, restaurant reservations, and local recommendations, so you can relax and enjoy Rio ✔ Help choosing the best area and hotel for your stay ✔ A personalized experience combining Rio’s iconic landmarks, nature, culture, and local life *Think of me as your private concierge in Rio. As a boutique travel agency focused on personalized experiences, we take care of the details before and during your trip, so you can simply relax and enjoy Rio. From hotel and restaurant recommendations to itinerary adjustments and WhatsApp support, you’re never on your own in Rio.*

Make the most of your time in Rio with a fully flexible, private experience designed around you. *Perfect for arrival or departure days, or travelers with limited time.* ✔ Completely customizable itinerary — adapt the tour before or during the day ✔ Airport, hotel, or cruise pickup and drop-off available ✔ Travel with luggage if needed — perfect for arrival or departure ✔ Private guide, driver, and comfortable vehicle for a seamless experience ✔ Visit Rio’s highlights efficiently, without rushing or wasting time ✔ Flexible routing — we can take you wherever you need at the end of the tour Start early to enjoy iconic spots like Christ the Redeemer with fewer crowds, or choose a later start for a more relaxed pace. This is not a fixed itinerary — it’s a smart, efficient way to explore Rio, combining sightseeing with your travel logistics. Ideal for travelers with limited time, short stays, or those arriving or leaving the city who still want to experience Rio in comfort and style.

While in port, take a panoramic city tour, travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue on this full-day shore excursion to Rio's most famous landmarks. Reach the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain by cable car and cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest, respectively. This 10-hour tour, which includes round-trip transportation from the cruise port, allows you to visit all of Rio's landmarks in one marathon day.

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.

Visit Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue in the afternoon during this 4-hour tour. Ride the cog train up the steep mountainside through the Tijuca Rainforest, disembarking at the top to panoramic views of Rio. Spend time admiring the iconic statue and snapping photos of the surrounding scenery. Round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels is included.

Take a walk through Rio’s downtown area known as Little Africa and learn about the history of the port district. Take the light rail to the Pretos Novos Institute and visit the Pretos Novos Cemetery, a memorial to the slave trade. Continue on to the Machado de Assis House and Valongo Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the Jardim Suspenso and Morro da Conceição, with their historic houses. Be sure to visit spots like Pedra do Sal, a famous samba hotspot, the Hilário de Jovino Mosaic, and the Bandeira do Brasil staircase. All great spots for photos. End the tour at Largo São Francisco da Prainha, voted one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world by Time Out in 2021. Be sure to try the region’s mouthwatering snacks with an ice-cold beer! Depending on the type of tour you choose, finish the tour at the trendy Pedra do Sal.

See all of Rio's highlights on this guided private sightseeing tour. Spend as much or as little time as you like and customize your own itinerary to your interests, whether they be sports, art, history or food. Travel between stops in your comfortable private vehicle, enjoying commentary from your local guide. Upgrade your tour with a trip by cog train through Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain or by cable car to the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Join us for a magical walking tour through Santa Teresa, Rio’s most artistic and bohemian neighborhood! Explore the charm of Largo dos Guimarães and Curvelo, take in the stunning views from Parque das Ruínas, and walk down the iconic Escadaria Selarón. We end in lively Lapa, home to samba and history. Throughout the tour, your guide (a local expert) will share fascinating stories about Rio’s history, music, and spiritual life, while also pointing out street art, hidden alleys, and secret spots most tourists miss. This tour is a deep dive into the soul of Rio

Take a panoramic city tour through Downtown Rio, a stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral and travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue on this full-day comprehensive tour of Rio's most famous landmarks. Reach the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain by cable car and by cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest, respectively. This full-day tour includes round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels, allows you to see all of Rio's sights in just one day.

This experience is unique because it takes you beyond Rio’s famous landmarks and into the heart of one of its most authentic neighborhoods: Santa Teresa. Starting with a ride on the iconic tram, you’ll experience a piece of Rio’s history while enjoying beautiful views on the way up the hill. As we walk through Santa Teresa’s charming streets, you’ll discover its artistic atmosphere, historic mansions, colorful murals, and viewpoints that reveal a different side of the city. Along the way, I’ll share local stories, cultural insights, and hidden details that most visitors would never notice on their own. This experience is perfect for travelers who want to explore Rio at a relaxed pace, connect with local culture, and understand the city beyond postcards. It’s not just a tour — it’s a meaningful way to feel the soul of Rio through its history, art, and everyday life.

Our ​private tours in Rio de Janeiro​ are fully customized to serve you and your group with comfort and attention. Visit Rio de Janeiro at your own pace, with a private chauffeur and a licensed local tour guide, in new, comfortable modern vehicles and Fast Passes to skip the lines at both the Christ Statue and Sugar Loaf mountains. You can choose from many attractions within Rio city limits, and the tour will be adjusted to fit your group's preferences if you send us a Private Message. Our experienced tour guides are enthusiastic about showing the beauties of the marvelous city, its history, culture, gastronomy, our beautiful mixed population, and wonderful views from many different angles. Lunch is included at one of the most upscale restaurants in Rio, an All-You-Can-Eat Authentic Brazilian Barbecue style, with gorgeous views of Guanabara Bay. Our job is to serve you bespoke itineraries with excellence. Please be assured that we remain entirely at your Service!

Live the best possible experience in Rio de Janeiro with a local tour guide and a private driver. During this 8 hours tour, you can either follow my recommendations or personalize your tour based on your own interests. My recommendation is for sure to start by visiting the greatest sightseeing of the city: the unmistakable Christ Statue at the Corcovado Mountain and, at the opposite side, the wonderful Sugar Loaf Mountain (tickets not included). However, Rio has so much more to offer. Here are some options that might interest you: • Tour at the backstage of Carnaval: get to see the creation of the costumes and floats for the next Carnaval. • Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, inspired by the Mayan Pyramids. • Visit the unique Selarón steps, covered with more than 2.000 tiles from more than 60 countries. • Have a calm and chill picnic at the TIjuca Forest amidst animals and waterfalls. • Visit the Historical Downtown. • And much more…

Save yourself hours planning your Rio de Janeiro itinerary and go on this private tour instead where everything is organized for you. After getting picked up, you can visit iconic landmarks with ease—such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, with the possibility to customize your itinerary and choose other attractions. Note that entrance fees for these sites are not included.

Discover three of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular attractions in one day—Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and Maracanã Soccer Stadium. Explore downtown Rio, visit Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, then ride the cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain. After a delicious BBQ buffet lunch (if option selected), ride the train up Corcovado Mountain to see the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Make the most of your limited time at shore and avoid long lines at Rio’s most famous attraction with this half-day shore excursion. Travel through the lush Tijuca Rainforest on the red cogwheel train to the top of Corcovado Mountain, home of the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. Take photos and admire the panoramic views of Rio and Niteroi that you won’t find anywhere else.

This scenario unites iconic landscapes and deep memories: we start with Christ the Redeemer, where the presence of Our Lady Aparecida - a symbol of black faith in Brazil - welcomes visitors. We will visit Santa Teresa, an artistic and bohemian neighborhood that keeps ateliers, stories and unique views, such as the Selarón Staircase, the scene of Snoop Dogg’s “Beautiful” clip and Pharrell, a vibrant landmark of world black music. The tour includes an African lunch with a fixed menu, bringing to the table spices, history and affection of African-Brazilian cuisine full of ancestry. The experience deepens into Little Africa, an essential territory to understand the formation of Afro-Brazilian culture, the resistance and strength of the diaspora in the country, where from black identities and narratives we offer a sensory and transformative immersion for those seeking a true connection with local culture, history and belonging through Afrotourism.