Top Activities on the Ground in Rio de Janeiro - page 3

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.

Discover the captivating natural beauty amid the urban sprawl of Rio de Janeiro on a bike tour with an expert guide. Visit iconic landmarks like Sugar Loaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach, stopping regularly to listen to informative commentary and capture excellent photographs. Gaze at the resplendent Christ the Redeemer statue on his cliff-top perch; cycle alongside the gorgeous Ipanema Beach; and enjoy the shaded serenity of the area surrounding the Rodrigo de Freitas Lake.

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.

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)

Rio de Janeiro has no shortage of spectacular vistas. Dois Irmãos Hill is one of the best and perhaps most interesting, overlooking both glamourous beaches and gritty favelas. Begin early with a hotel pick-up in a traditional kombi (VW bus) to the trailhead at the base of Two Brothers Hill. Hike through Tijuca Forest to summit Dois Irmãos for a panoramic view of Rio’s South Zone. Hike back down continuing the tour with a closer look at favela life before being dropped off back at your hotel.

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.

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.

Grab spectacular views, nature time, and bragging rights on this guided hike up Rio de Janeiro's Sugarloaf Mountain. You’ll ascend up the mountain’s eastern face, tackle a quick rope climb—your guide will make this a cinch—and then scramble up to the summit for views of Christ the Redeemer Statue and Copacabana Beach. When you’re ready, ride the cable car to Morro da Urca and leisurely hike back to the sea.

This customizable private half-day tour is the perfect way to see Rio in that laid-back Brazilian kind of way. Pick-up is when and where you want it, and then its ‘choose your own adventure’ time. Christ the Redeemer, Ipanema Beach, the Selaron Steps, Sugarloaf Mountain, or some combination, it's up to you. And when you're hungry, stop for a delicious Brazilian lunch to refuel (at your own expense).

The Tijuca National Forest is one of the largest urban rainforests in the world, set on mountain slopes just west of Rio de Janeiro. With this tour, discover two of the city’s nature sites, starting with a guided walk through the Rio Botanical Gardens, including the Turtle Lake and Sensory Garden. Then, hike through Tijuca, learn more about the native plants and wildlife, and admire Taunay Waterfall.

Hike the Horto waterfalls circuit in Tijuca National Park on this half-day morning tour, led by a specialist guide. Starting from Jequitibá Waterfall, you’ll walk at a leisurely pace along a forest trail ending at Shower Waterfall, aka Box Waterfall. Stand or wade under the rock-walled cascades for a refreshing shower before reversing your steps. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

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.

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”.

Hiking through Tijuca National Park to the top of Pedra da Gávea is one of Rio de Janeiro's best outdoor activities. This private hiking tour promises a safe trip to the top and the flexibility of hiking at your own pace—no need to wait for others or hurry to keep up. You'll be rewarded for your efforts with views of the beaches, the forest and the west side of Rio de Janeiro.

Explore two of Rio’s neighborhoods—the Historic Center and the artsy district of Santa Teresa—in one morning or afternoon on this compact tour. Start by admiring the early colorful buildings and 19th-century tramline of Santa Teresa, then head to the Historic Center to visit sites such as Cinelandia, the Arcos da Lapa, Teles Arches, and Praça XV.

Hike through the Tijuca Forest on this half-day morning tour that includes visits to two cascades: Taunay Waterfall and Cachoeira das Almas (Waterfall of the Souls). Follow an expert guide along an easy path while you learn about the regional flora and fauna, and visit the Tijuca National Park Museum. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

Rio de Janeiro is home to one of the largest and most famous landscapes in the world, the Corcovado Mountain, where the main symbol of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, the Cristo Redentor, is located. Along with the beautiful beaches and breathtaking landscapes between the mountain and the sea, this city has been designated the World Heritage. Rio 40° Turismo offers a great package for you to enjoy the Cidade Maravilhosa, visit the enchanting statue of Christ Redeemer, admire the unique view of Pão de Açúcar as well as the Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world. You will also meet the Sambadrome of Rio de Janeiro and do an external visit to the wonderful area of world soccer, the stadium of Maracanã. With these sites, we will make your trip through Rio unforgettable.

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.

Rappel from Bico do Papagaio on this guided hike in the Tijuca Forest and be treated to views of Rio de Janeiro. A specialist guide provides climbing equipment and support while you descend 65 feet (20 meters) from the summit. You’ll have the unforgettable opportunity to refresh under Cachoeira das Almas (Waterfall of the Souls) and visit the Tijuca National Park Museum. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

Hike to the summit of Pedra Bonita, a rocky viewpoint with a magnificent look at Rio de Janeiro and Guanabara Bay. This moderate 4-hour hiking tour through the Tijuca Forest takes you along the Agulhinha Gavea trail to the granite peak. Snap photos of Pedra da Gávea, São Conrado and the hang gliders taking off from the top. Upgrade to venture with your own personal guide on a private tour that includes round-trip hotel transport.

Get more out of your visit to the famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden when you go with a guide. Walk through the highlights of this UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve while learning about learning about its history and mission, plus see plants and animals from around the world like monkeys, toucans, and giant Amazonian water lilies. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

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.

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.