Top Rio de Janeiro Rail Tours

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.

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.

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.

Take an afternoon tour to Corcovado Mountain topped with the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer. You'll travel through the Tijuca Rain Forest by cog train to Corcovado Mountain for breathtaking views of one of the world's most beautiful cities. This afternoon tour takes you to Rio's most famous attraction, leaving you with time in the day free to explore Rio on your own.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The tour starts at 8 am. The first stop is at Christ the Redeemer, climbing the Corcovado hill, which is 710m above sea level, which guarantees a panoramic view, viewing the south zone and part of the north and center of Rio de Janeiro. Then we will go to Sugar Loaf Mountain, which is 396m above sea level and we will ride the cable car, which has been in operation since 1912 and is the first opened in the southern hemisphere and the third is everyone. The tour starts and ends in Copacabana, lasts approximately 6 hours. Tickets for attractions not included. Lunch not included. But the guide has the suggestion of an excellent restaurant that offers Brazilian barbecue, pasta, variety of salads and much more!

Enjoy the official transfer service of the Corcovado Train. It is an exclusive guided tour perfect for you! It is the newest experience in town. We pick you up at the hotel to take you to the Corcovado train station. We follow all safety protocols and we offer you the assistance of a bilingual tour guide. We guarantee the tickets for your immediate boarding on the train. No need to wait for hours - just relax and enjoy the paysage. Enjoy the 20 minutes by train crossing the green and dense Tijuca Forest. When we reach the Christ the Redeemer, enjoy the guided tour. Enjoy the view from above and take more photos to keep them as a souvenir. Board the train again for the return. At the station, the transfer service will be available to take you back to the hotel. Enjoy this unique experience and share it with friends and family.

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 Sugar Loaf, with the possibility to customize your itinerary and choose the other attractions you visit.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Experience the magic of Rio de Janeiro on a 7-hour private tour with a local guide and dedicated driver in a comfortable vehicle. This exclusive tour ensures you can fully enjoy each attraction without worrying about transportation, as your expert guide takes care of all the details while the driver ensures a smooth and comfortable ride. Start with a scenic train ride through Tijuca National Park to visit Christ the Redeemer. Explore the artistic Santa Teresa neighborhood and the colorful Selarón Steps in Lapa. Discover Rio’s historic center and the impressive Metropolitan Cathedral. End your day with a breathtaking cable car ride up Sugar Loaf Mountain for panoramic city views.

Enjoy this exclusively official transfer of the Corcovado Train. This spectacular guided tour includes the Sugarloaf Cable Car. We offer two landmarks of Rio de Janeiro in a single day! Don't worry about getting to the train. We pick you up at the hotel to take you to the Corcovado train station. We guarantee the tickets for you exclusively. Just sit back and enjoy the 20-minute ride. Arrive at Christ the Redeemer to discover why it is one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. We take a guided tour and take the train back. At the station, the transfer is already available to take you to Sugarloaf Mountain. We take the cable car on the Sugarloaf Mountain. At the end, the transfer will be waiting to take you to the hotel. Tour guide, round-trip transportation, ticket to Sugarloaf Mountain, ticket to Corcovado Train to visit the Christ the Redeemer included.

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.

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.

Explore Rio and visit Sugar Loaf Mountain during this 4-hour morning tour. Visit some of the city's most important landmarks, including the Metropolitan Cathedral and Copacabana Beach. Then, board a glassed-in cable car bound for Sugar Loaf's peak, stopping once at a scenic viewpoint. Upon reaching the top of Sugar Loaf at 1,299 feet (396 meters) above sea level, admire the views of Niteroi, Copacabana, and Santa Cruz Fortress. Round-trip transportation from selected Rio hotels is included.

See the best of Rio de Janeiro without having to worry about advance planning on a shore excursion that reveals the best of the Marvelous City. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this hassle-free package transports you between sights in air-conditioned comfort and includes admission tickets for two top attractions.

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…

✔ 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.