Top Rio de Janeiro Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

Experience Rio de Janeiro on a private, full-day tour with a licensed guide. Choose to explore with a driver-guide or a separate driver and guide for more personal attention and local insights. Customize your own itinerary, see the sights that interest you most, and uncover local secrets and see little-known gems with your guide like the Chinese View and Santa Teresa.

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.

It is no wonder that Pão de Açúcar is one of the most sought after tourist spots in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Very well located, in the neighborhood of Urca, the set of hills Pão de Açúcar and Morro da Urca is one of the most beautiful natural landscapes with a vast tropical flora and fauna. The thrill of the trip to the Sugarloaf Mountain begins well before reaching the top of the hill, 396 meters above sea level. The adventure begins with the cable car ride, a glazed cable car that presents details and unique angles of the perfect carioca geography. The first stop is at Morro da Urca, 220 meters above sea level. From there, you can see the Guanabara Bay and the Botafogo Bay. In the second and last stop, the panoramic view presents, in addition to the bay, a large part of the edge of the South Zone and Niterói. In addition to the visit to Pão de Açúcar, we will also take you on a panoramic tour of some of the most charming beaches in Rio de Janeiro.

Tijuca National Park is a great opportunity to get to know Rio de Janeiro's rich avifauna, with endemic species of the Atlantic Forest. This is an ideal tour for those who want to start bird watching or for those more experienced birders.

Explore the world's largest urban rainforest, Tijuca National Park, during this 3-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro. With a nature guide, discover the swaths of verdant foliage and abundance of local wildlife within the confines of this vibrant city. A bio-diverse hot spot, the fragile ecosystem is home to several waterfalls and many endangered species. Enjoy views of Pedra da Gávea and the Christ the Redeemer statue and stop at the Emperor's Table and the Chinese View. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Delve deeper into the history of Little Africa in Rio de Janeiro with this insightful and informative walking tour around the city’s Saúde neighborhood. Once the largest African slave market in the world, Rio was the first port of call for millions of slaves arriving in Brazil. From carnival to samba, and food to music and religion to architecture, this guided walking tour shows how their heritage and legacy are still alive in Rio today.

Spend time in Rio’s Vidigal favela and get to know more about the community on this excursion. With a small group, navigate the alleyways and secret passages of the concrete jungle, meeting locals along the way. Get to know what life is like in the favela and how these hillside communities came to be.

Enjoy having a private tour guide and a vehicle at your disposal for 6 hours! Talk to the tour guide to set up a tailor-made tour that will introduce you to the most interesting places in the city. It can be a walk through the Tijuca Forest, stroll through Copacabana or a visit to the historic center of Rio. Listen to the tips given by the experienced tour guide who knows the city very well.

See Rio's most important sights, including Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado Mountain, during this comprehensive 5-hour guided tour. Visit Sao Conrado beach, a popular landing spot for hang gliders taking off from Pedra Bonita, to watch the gravity-defying adventurers soar high above the beach. Travel through Tijuca National Park's rainforest to the Christ the Redeemer statue, enjoying spectacular views over the city. Descend into the Santa Teresa neighborhood to visit the Escadaria Selaron and have lunch (own expense). Choose to return to your hotel or be dropped off at Sugar Loaf Mountain to view the sunset.

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.

Most fans only ever see Maracana Stadium from the outside, but by booking your admission in advance, you gain exclusive access to usually off-limits parts of the stadium. With a guide, visit the locker rooms, press conference room, the edge of the pitch, and see displays of historic trophies and memorabilia. It's an in-depth way to learn about Rio de Janeiro's top football (soccer) arena, and perfect for sports fans of all varieties.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Maracanã Stadium during this guided tour. Explore the stadium, renovated for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, check out the locker rooms. Sit on the team bench where greats like Pele rested after he scored his thousandth goal. Listen as your guide tells tales of legendary matches like Brazil's devastating loss in the 1950 World Cup. Round-trip climate-controlled transportation from most Rio hotels is included. (if option is selected)

Explore the Imperial City of Petropolis, Brazil on a guided tour with an included lunch. During Brazil’s colonization, Petropolis was frequented by Dom Pedro II and features many remnants from the period including the Imperial Museum and Quintadinha Palace. Visit these places and more during your tour to learn about the city and then enjoy a traditional Brazilian buffet lunch.

Hike to the top of Tijuca Peak with a guide during this half-day excursion from Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy convenient pickup at your Rio hotel and a scenic ride through the forest of Tijuca National Park. While you hike, your guide points out native flora and fauna that may include toucans, monkeys, sloths and snakes.

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.

When you’re short on time in Rio and don’t want to waste the hours figuring out how to get from place to place, explore the famous sights on a tour. This 5-hour itinerary includes visits to Christ the Redeemer at Corcovado; Santa Teresa and the Lapa steps; the Metropolitan Cathedral; and Sugar Loaf. The van’s maximum capacity is 19, making it easy to follow the guide.

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.

Make the most of a stopover in Rio de Janeiro with a sightseeing shore excursion from Cruise Terminal Pier Mauá. A great way to squeeze in visits to some of Rio’s best sights, you’ll first head out to see the towering Christ the Redeemer Statue—one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. You’ll then explore the historic hub of Santa Teresa before ending with a cable car ride up to Sugarloaf Mountain.

Explore the Rocinha with whom you live and know the territory. This tour offers a safe and authentic immersion in Brazil’s largest favela, guided by a local resident. The journey begins with a motorcycle-taxi ride and includes stops at strategic points that reveal the daily life of the community, away from stereotypes. The experience is educational, respectful and built on the basis of real experience, promoting conscious tourism and the dialogue about social transformation through education.

This is one of our best-selling and sought-after tours. On this Tour you will know the Main Tourist Points of this Marvelous City! Enjoy a full day tour in Rio de Janeiro visiting all the must-see attractions in a single day: Cristo Redentor statue at the top of Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Selarón Staircase, Maracanã stadium, Sambódromo and Metropolitan Cathedral. The tour includes lunch with Free Buffet.

Struggling to fit an authentic cultural experience into your Rio de Janeiro itinerary? Head to the Roxy Dinner Show for unforgettable night in the heart of Copacabana, perfect for travelers who want to immerse themselves in Brazil’s vibrant culture without logistical stress. Set in the beautifully restored art deco Roxy Theater, watch “Aquele Abraço”—a dynamic performance blending live music, dance, and folklore from across the country. Choose from three flexible options: Ticket-only for independent explorers, a delicious Brazilian steakhouse dinner upgrade for food lovers, or add hotel pickup and drop-off for ultimate convenience.

Explore the center and seaport areas, filled with history of the city and the population of Brazil. In the 'Little Africa' region, you will hear the history of slavery from the point of view of those who suffered from the Atlantic trade and their descendants, on racial issues from Rio de Janeiro, and Brazil as well as the impact and legacy of Afro culture on national identity.

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.

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.