All Rio de Janeiro Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Full Day in Rio: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(3,365)

from $77

Arraial do Cabo Day Trip from Rio de Janeiro: Boat Tour & Beach

14 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(451)

from $68

Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

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.

Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro on this full-day guided tour with lunch. Take the Corcovado train up to the Christ the Redeemer statue, take a cable car ride up to the Sugarloaf Mountain, see the famed Maracana soccer stadium, capture beautiful photos in front of the colorful Selaron Steps, and much more. This tour is also inclusive of a delicious barbecue buffet lunch at a local steakhouse.

(2,960)

from $75

Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue

Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(945)

from $102

Summit both Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains on this half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro. After bright and early pickup from your Rio hotel, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to get up close with the Christ the Redeemer statue without throngs of people around. After learning about its history from your local guide, move on to Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of the sprawling city.

The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

4.8

(1,588)

from $130

Price varies by group size

(1,393)

from $78

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Boat Tour with Swimming, Drinks & Snacks

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Brazilian Dinner Show: Cultural Experience in Rio de Janeiro

(294)

from $64

Discover the tropical paradise of Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande—where stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush landscapes await—on a full-day group tour from Rio de Janeiro. Relax on white-sand shores, dive into vibrant coral reefs, and observe rich marine life, including colorful tropical fish on a peaceful schooner ride. Lunch is included, and snorkeling equipment is available to rent for a closer look beneath the sea’s surface.

(16)

from $115

Exploring Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande in One Day

Exploring Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande in One Day

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore one of the largest aquariums in South America—and enjoy a fully flexible experience—when you prebook admission tickets to AquaRio in Rio de Janeiro. A popular family-friendly destination in the city, the aquarium is home to hundreds of different marine species, making it a great place for discovery. After securing your tickets, arrive whenever suits you best, and see the sights at your own pace.

(146)

from $63

AquaRio Rio de Janeiro Tickets Only

1 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(14)

from $30

Offers Available

3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(943)

from $47

Football Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with Transportation

6 hours

As one of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic attractions, Christ the Redeemer attracts lengthy lines. Save time and prevent hassle by prebooking skip-the-line tickets, which allow you to board the next available train to the summit of Corcovado, where the statue is located. Your return ticket is valid on any train, so spend as much time as you like at the top, enjoying panoramic vistas of Rio and capturing photographs of the landmark.

(157)

from $153

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

2 hours

3.9

(585)

from $46

Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner & Show

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

(391)

from $138

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(520)

from $33

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Private Rio Experience with Driver and Local Guide

Step beyond the postcards and discover the real Rio de Janeiro through the eyes of a local and licensed guide. This private experience is designed for travelers who want more than sightseeing. Instead of rushing between attractions, you'll uncover the stories, culture, traditions, and hidden corners that reveal the true soul of Rio. Unlike large group tours, this experience is completely private, allowing you to explore at a comfortable pace, ask questions, and focus on what interests you most. With personalized attention and authentic local knowledge, you'll experience Rio not as a tourist, but as a guest of the city. Whether it is your first visit or your fifth, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of Rio de Janeiro and memories that go far beyond the typical attractions. For those who also wish to experience Rio's most iconic landmarks, visits to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain can be included as optional stops as part of your customized itinerary. Tickets not includ

Private Rio Experience with Driver and Local Guide

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Rio : Helicopter tour at Christ the Redeemer - 30 minutes

30 to 35 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(110)

from $318

Price varies by group size

One Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro: All Inclusive

The most classic ride of all! With outings every day, rain or shine, and last approximately 8 hours, you will be able to know the most iconic attractions of Rio de Janeiro: Cristo Redentor, Sugar Loaf, Selarón Staircase, Metropolitan Cathedral, Maracanã (panoramic), Sambódromo and much more between one point and another. Included: transportation, guide, tickets of the Sugar Loaf and the Christ and lunch with barbecue.

One Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro: All Inclusive

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls

(582)

from $130

Taunay Waterfall, ideal for photos and relaxing

Price varies by group size

(1,118)

from $82

Best of Rio in One Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Local Lunch

With a full day to spend in Rio de Janeiro, you can visit major locations during a comprehensive sightseeing tour. Let a guide take you to the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugar Loaf Mountain, Escadaria Selaron (Selaron Steps), the Sambódromo where Rio’s Carnival takes place, Maracanã stadium, the Metropolitan Cathedral and more. With minivan capacity capped at 20, you’ll find it easy to follow your guide. Buffet lunch and entrance fees are included.

Best of Rio in One Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Local Lunch

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

4x4 Tijuca National Park Rio de janeiro

(5,119)

from $173

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(28)

from $52

Check off most of Rio de Janeiro's top landmarks and highlights on a single full-day tour that saves you hours of planning logistics. Beat the Marvelous City's heat as you travel between the Sambadromo, the Christ the Redeemer Statue, and the Tijuca Rainforest in an air-conditioned vehicle to help you stay cool and collected. A buffet lunch, round-trip transfers, and admission tickets to Christ the Redeemer are all included for ease.

Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf: Rio City Tour with Lunch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(799)

from $128

Ginga Tropical - Brazilian Samba and Folklore Show

While in Rio de Janeiro, go out for a night in the city with this admission ticket to see the live show Ginga Tropical at Leblon theater. This 1.5-hour show is in its fifth year running, and it gives you an interactive tour of Brazilian culture through dance, music, and live performance. Watch as artists combine frevo, Capoeira, and other methods of entertainment. At the end of the show, you can even join in as the cast invites the audience to samba with them in a Carnival-inspired finale.

Ginga Tropical - Brazilian Samba and Folklore Show

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Favela Tour Rocinha is a guided cultural tour inside Rocinha, the largest favela in Brazil, starting at Metrô São Conrado – Exit A. The experience includes a motorcycle ride to the top of the community, panoramic viewpoints overlooking São Conrado, Christ the Redeemer, and the surrounding hills, as well as a drone video session capturing the landscape. Led by a local guide, the tour provides insight into daily life, history, social dynamics, and community projects within Rocinha, with opportunities for respectful cultural interaction, and concludes with a return by walking or moto-taxi. by @rioexplore

(222)

from $60

Drone Video in the Favela Rocinha

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Half-Day Tour: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón & Sunset at Sugarloaf

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from $58

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What are people saying about Rio de Janeiro

ddtoler, Sep 2026

Jalbeir was a great tour...

Jalbeir was a great tour guide and very informative. He provided us with plenty of interesting information and gave us a set amount of time to explore each location on our own, which we really appreciated. The only downside was that there was no designated time for lunch, so we had to grab some snacks while visiting the Selarón Steps. Other than that, the tour was great, and we really enjoyed the experience.

Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

Bryan_C, Aug 2026

Definitely 10/10

I really enjoyed this tour! Jose (Z) took good care of us everything went smoothly. Each stop gave us more than enough time to enjoy! My entire crew got along together. I was solo that was great. Overall it was a 10/10 for me. I got to see my top 3 landmarks in Rio all in one tour! Thank you all

Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls

Jeff_K, Aug 2026

Amazing Views! So much fun!

Great tour! We had a private guide, Felipe, for the 2 of us, and he was awesome. Really knows his stuff and enjoys showing it to visitors. The views from the top of the rock were amazing! I think calling the trek up there Moderate depends on what you are used to - you are covering quite a bit of vertical distance. I recorded the equivalent of 90 flights of stairs climbed for the day, and that’s about what it felt like. Totally worth it, though. There were other neat stops at some waterfalls, monkeys, caves, the hang glider launching pad, the Chinese View, etc., but the top of the rock was the highlight for sure. We did not go swimming. There was one shallow pool at the bottom of a waterfall where a few local people were in the water, but it did look like it would be worth effort of climbing down there and getting wet. Wear shoes with good traction. Don’t miss this one! Thanks Felipe!

The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

RanjanKumar_M, Aug 2026

Value for Money with lots of Warmth

It was a very well planned trip, with all details taken care of by the lovely English Speaking Guide Monica. She energetically explained all details, the history as well as many anecdotes. Timing was very well maintained. Despite a bit cloudy weather, had a beautiful view from both the tops. It was worth remembering. Thankfully, the other travellers were simply awesome; one each from Serbia, England, Ireland, a couple from US and a father & two sons team from France. It was a lovely experience.

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Kristin_C, Aug 2026

Ask for Eduardo!

Eduardo was engaging, funny, knowledgeable and took great pictures. We really enjoyed ourselves. Eduardo made sure we saw monkeys, a toucan and other wildlife, he showed us plants and the ecosystem of the rainforest. He customized the tour for our family’s interests. Thank you Eduardo!

3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Gezhou_L, Aug 2026

Unforgettable trip in Rio!

Best trip in Rio. Our guide is from the favela community and he speaks excellent English, very passionate, engaging and knowledgeable. I like how the tour is organized and designed. We spend time with children who teach us capoeira, and boys who can play football with us. I really enjoy it and I hope everyone can come and support the community.

Private Rio Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Sugar Loaf Essentials

Ruth_M, Jul 2026

Recommend Rio tour for key sites

Amazing Rio tour with Nathaly - everything went smoothly as she knew the best routes to take, best views, saved time at the busy sites and had great knowledge of Rio with many recommendations. Our driver was also great, navigating the Rio traffic with ease and also very friendly. The car is comfortable and air conditioned. Would 100% recommend this tour. The time just flew by.

Private Custom Full-Day Highlights in Rio: Only the Best Sights!

The_M, Jun 2026

Perfect Customized Rio Tour with an Amazing Guide

We had a wonderful experience touring Rio with Isaac! He customized the day around exactly what we wanted, including Christ the Redeemer, lunch by the bay, and beautiful stops throughout the city. When my husband wasn’t feeling well, Isaac was incredibly flexible and even helped us make an impromptu pharmacy stop, translating for us and adjusting the itinerary with ease. We felt safe, cared for, and never rushed. We enjoyed the tour so much that we would absolutely book with Isaac again when we return to Rio. Highly recommend!

Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue

OluFemi_O, Jun 2026

Great views and vibes

I had a great time on this tour! Carla was excellent! She speaks English and Spanish and Portuguese. The locations are well chosen exciting places.The steakhouse gives you more food tthan you can eat and it was delicious! I definitely recommend going on this tour to anyone visiting this Brazil for the first time

Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner & Show

Jonathan_B, Apr 2026

Amazing Experience

The Roxy Dinner Show was an incredible experience. Fine dining and a spectacular show let us experience an entirely different side of Rio. When we arrived, we were greeted by a photographer for a pre-show photo. We were then escorted to our seat right in front of the stage. The service is on the level of what you expect at any Michelin level restaurant. Dinner was a three course meal and you could choose from different options on the menu. I chose the salad, filet mignon, and chocolate dessert. Each course tasted delightful. The show was fantastic. The show highlights the cultural history and different areas of Brazil. 10/10 show. After the show, we were able to do a meet and greet with some of the performers and take photos with them. I definitely recommend adding this to any itinerary for Rio

Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf: Rio City Tour with Lunch

Judi_K, Jan 2026

Wonderful day

Guilherme and his driver were absolutely wonderful. I travel with a portable oxygen concentrator and walker, and they went out of their way to make sure that everything was as easy as possible, and that I was able to participate in all of the activities. I can’t believe that he speaks so many languages and was able to keep up with everybody. He was able to answer all of our questions and shared lots of history and stories with us. Lunch was in a nice restaurant and food was great. It was a long day, but was definitely well worth it as we covered quite a bit!

Experience Asa Delta or Parapente in the River

Daniel_F, Jan 2026

One of the best runners!

Unskippable experience if you're visiting Rio! The waiting experience is a bit confusuing since the runners are independent, but they take safety and the customer experience extremely seriously. Fully recording is included just make sure to move your camera around since your responsible for capturing your own footage. Both session runners were super cool and reassuring, would 1000% recommend