Top Rio de Janeiro Sightseeing Tours - page 4

Make use of your layover in Rio with this private tour to Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains. Depart from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in a private vehicle with a dedicated guide, who will orient you to Rio's most popular sights. Ride a cable car to the highest point of Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views over the city. Continue to the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain, one of the most-photographed sights in the city. Make it back to the airport on time for your departing flight.

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.

Explore Rocinha Favela, the largest favela in Latin America, during this 4-hour guided educational tour. Walk through the local community with your guide to learn about what life is like there. Interact with members of the community, learn about the history of Rocinha and gain a deeper understanding of the economic and political factors that shape Rio society.

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.

Combine Rio's most famous tours on a 4-hour tour, packed with breathtaking views. You will enjoy a panoramic tour of the city and also visit Christ the Redeemer, on top of Corcovado, the main postcard of the city, an unmissable tourist attraction, elected one of the seven wonders of the modern world!

Join us for a day of adventure, ticking off some of the most notable sites in Rio de Janeiro. With a star-studded itinerary, you’ll visit Chris the Redeemer, Maracana football stadium, Sambodromo and more. Be amazed by the history and culture of the vibrant city and learn from your local guide at each destination.

Combine three of Rio’s top attractions on this flexible-length visit to the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and the Selaron Steps, plus an optional trip to Sugarloaf Mountain. Enjoy the panoramic city views from the platform of Rio’s most iconic statue, then pass through historic Santa Teresa to visit the ceramic-clad Selaron Steps. Finish with an optional cable car ride up Sugarloaf.

Spend an evening out on Rio de Janeiro’s Guanabara Bay partying with your friends on a boat. Get picked up from your hotel in the south zone or downtown areas and head to Marina da Gloria to board your boat. Sail out across the waters and enjoy views of the Rio de Janeiro skyline as you dance to the music and sip on fresh caipirinhas.

Spend the day lounging on a yacht in the picturesque Ilha Grande bay. Visit Araca Beach and enjoy the tropical scenery of the distant rainforest and mountains all around, then travel to quiet beaches accessible by ocean, stopping for a free buffet lunch at Praia de Japariz, a golden sandy beach with turquoise waves ideal for snorkeling and swimming. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

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.

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.

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.

Many visitors to Rio see only the most famous landmarks. This private tour offers you a richer experience by immersing you in the city’s African heritage. From visiting the docks where the first slave ships arrived to Pedra do Sal where the genre of samba was birthed, you’ll learn about the city’s past, present, and future and leave with a deeper understanding of Brazilian society.

The ideal tour to enjoy the main sights of Rio de Janeiro. In this 7-hour tour you will get to know a little of the South Zone and the beach of São Conrado (main landing zone of Hang gliding and Paragliding, Tijuca National Forest, Corcovado, we go through Santa Teresa known as the traditional neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro and the Selarón Steps in Lapa where Snoop Dogg filmed his famous video “Beautiful”.

Avoid leaving Rio with only phone snapshots—this private photography tour of the Botanical Garden and Parque Lage checks off two ecological attractions in one day, and covers the best photo spots and angles. With a photographer-guide leading the way, explore historic gardens, research grounds, and forested trails of the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden before heading to Parque Lage to wander among its paths and artificial caves.

Swap the big bus tours for a more intimate experience of Rio de Janeiro. This private walking tour allows you to discover the 'Cidade Maravilhosa' at the ground level. As your guide leads you around the city center, you will soak up the history and culture of Rio de Janeiro and see some of its most important landmarks including the Praca Quinze de Novembro and Largo da Carioca.

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.

Attend the Ginga Tropical Show, a dance and music that allows you to learn about Brazil's vibrant history and culture through its traditional music and dance. During this show, see talented performers dance the lambada, samba and bossa nova dressed in outrageous Carnival costumes. Hear folklore from around the diverse country, live drumming and the Brazilian martial art: capoeira.

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.

Ease into an exploration of Rio thanks to this 3-hour private sightseeing tour in Rio. Finishing a cruise vacation in Rio de Janeiro? This private Rio sightseeing overview trip is the perfect introduction to this breezy Brazilian beach paradise. Get a sense for historic Rio during stops in city’s charming downtown and the bohemian enclave of Santa Teresa. You’ll also explore Rio’s legendary beach culture during visits to Ipanema, Copcabana and Leblon. A private guide, plus round-trip hotel or port transport, is included.

Climb Sugar Loaf Mountain—not on foot, but by cable car, on this comprehensive tour of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic landmarks. Drive through the Tijuca Forest to the foot of the Christ the Redeemer statue at the top of Corcovado Mountain. Then, enjoy the sensation of being plunged into 360 degree views on a cable car heading for the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain. After all your adventuring, dine on traditional barbecue cuisine.

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!

Get a personalized introduction to sprawling Rio de Janeiro on a private, full-day tour that covers the famous beaches, landmarks and cuisine of Brazil's most vibrant city. Skip the stress of getting around on your own and let a private guide whisk you around to highlights like the Christ the Redeemer statue, Tijuca Forest, and the Maracana football stadium. See the famous beaches of Copacabana, ride the Sugar Loaf cable car, dig into lunch at a Brazilian steakhouse, and more.

In addition to the natural beauties, Rio offers several tourist spots, events, parties, nightclubs, bars and shows that attract tourists all year round. All this diversity and excitement has ended up drawing the attention and affection of the LGBTI+ public. There is nothing more pleasant than being welcomed well in the destination. Much better if it's by an expert local gay-friendly guide who will ensure you have an exciting and safe experience. Take full advantage of the one-on-one experience customizing your day or nighttime on a private tour while the guide offers practical tips about where to go and what to do. Have a personal guide at your full disposal, to either explore the local gay scene or just visit Rio’s popular attractions putting a spotlight on Rio hassle-free. See below on the "what to expect section" a tiny fraction of things to do & see in Rio to guide you on planing your tour. The actual tour can be personalized according to your wishes and the option hired.