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Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro on this small-group biking tour. Meet your guide in the morning in Copacabana, grab your bike and helmet, and set off. You’ll cycle through beachy Copacabana to Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon for scenic views. Continue to the Leblon viewpoint for coconut water and fabulous views, then return to Copacabana, stopping at Arpoador Rock for panoramic photos.

Go off the beaten path and discover the city of Niterói during this tour from Rio de Janeiro. Get deeper insight into the city's history, culture, and architecture, including the largest number of signed works by the famous architect Oscar Niemeyer. Visit the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum, which houses one of the largest collections of contemporary art in Brazil. Stop by some of the city's municipal buildings, such as the Popular Theater of Niterói and the Memory Hall Roberto Silveira. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Discover the birthplace of samba on a guided tour to Pedra do Sal, including a samba party. Head to the Saúde neighborhood and learn historical facts about Pedra do Sal, known as “Little Africa.” Then enjoy a “roda de samba,” a street party of samba musicians, with a complimentary caipirinha and dance moves for an engaging evening in Rio.

Delve deeper into the modern culture of Rio de Janeiro during a tour that reveals the hidden gems of downtown Rio. You’ll escape the crowds of Copacabana and focus instead on the relics of the Rio Olympics, which come in the form of the Olympic Boulevard, the Olympic Cauldron, and the Museum of Tomorrow. Plus, exploring on foot means you’ll get a more intimate glimpse into the area than you would in a coach or a car.

In this tour you will get to know some of the places of the city of Rio de Janeiro called "Little Africa" by artist and sambista Heitor dos Prazeres in the early twentieth century. These sites are part of the historical and archaeological circuit of celebration and awareness of the African heritage of blacks in Brazil.  "Little Africa" has come to identify a significant part of the city's waterfront, where African presence and black cultural heritage have forever marked the history, not just of Rio de Janeiro but throughout Brazil.  Often blacks from all over the country were welcomed there, usually by "Aunt Ciata" who was a very important figure for this whole historical process. It is through this walk through "Little Africa" you will also get to know the Cultural Center "Tia Ciata", Museum of New Blacks, Cais do Valongo, hanging garden and we will finish in Pedra do Sal where besides the historical collection also has great bars and restaurants of typical Afro-Brazilian foods.

The Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain is one of Rio’s most iconic landmarks. With this half-day city tour, travel up to the mountaintop in an air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup included, then combine it with two of Rio’s most vibrant historic neighborhoods. Visit the picturesque Santa Teresa, known for its bohemian vibe and narrow streets, then explore the nightlife hub of Lapa, home to the colorful Selaron Steps.

Avoid the long lines at Rio de Janeiro's biggest attractions by booking this day tour, which is led by guides with preferential access. Discover the most important places in the 'marvelous city,' including Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Selaron staircase, while learning all about its unique and colorful culture. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

See the whole of Rio de Janeiro in a matter of minutes on a private helicopter tour. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and small groups alike, this aerial adventure will take your vacation to the next level. After a comfortable transfer from your accommodation and a safey briefing, it’s time to take to the skies. Have your camera ready for spectacular views of Ipanema, Sugarloaf, Rocinha Favela, Christ the Redeemer, and numerous other landmarks.

Explore Rio’s bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, famous for being home to several artists, on this half-day tour. Take a guided tour through the streets where you can find local bars, craft shops, artists' workshops, and 20th-century mansions. You also visit Ruinas Park where you can enjoy stunning views of downtown Rio and visit the cultural center.

Roberto Burle Marx was a renowned landscape architect whose former property lies on the outskirts of Rio. Join a private guide and tour the grounds of the property that he spent eight years perfecting. Visit the house museum, see over 3,500 tropical and subtropical plant species in the botanical gardens, and learn about the history of the architect.

Rather than trying to keep up with a large group, explore São Paulo at your own pace on a self-guided walking tour of downtown. With commentary from a local author and historian, you’ll discover stories and fact you won’t get in the guidebook as you’re directed to top attractions and hidden gems.

The historic center of Rio de Janeiro is surrounded by centuries-old roads and buildings that illustrate important passages in the history of Brazil from the imperial period to the republic. Visitors who walk along Avenida Rio Branco, pass through Largo da Carioca, Cinelândia, return and take the Ombudsman to Rua Primeiro de Março and explore many other paths, will find museums, cultural centers and public places where characters from Machado de Assis and they represented the meeting point of intellectuals until the middle of the 20th century.

Visitors wanting to explore the history and culture of Corcovado will enjoy this half-day tour, combining tourist attractions with an authentic experience of the socioeconomic aspects of the city. Visitors will be taken to Christ, The Redeemer, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and then to a favela to explore the lives of locals.

Bom Retiro literally means "good place to rest" and this might be a great place for it until 200 years ago! The success of coffee production and the construction of the São Paulo Railway Company in 1847 strongly changed this area. Also, southern European migration which firstly interested this area, would be replaced by eastern European migration, mostly due to the 2 World Wars. Later on, other kind of migration would contribute to deeply changing this area. Bolivians, Koreans, and Brazilians from the North East are now the predominant inhabitants of this area. Together we will have a Breakfast in Bom Retiro, experiencing Korean pastry, tasting delicacies from the Balkans and drinking Colombian Coffee.

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.

See all the important landmarks in Paraty during this small-group guided sightseeing tour. Stroll in the pedestrianized historic city center of this Portuguese colonial town on the Caminho do Ouro (Gold Trail) with commentary from a local guide. Visit the city's important colonial homes, museums and churches.

The photographs taken at this place are one of the best in Rio de Janeiro. And we have the ease of arriving by car without having to make a trail. Other than that the look is one of the most beautiful in the city!

Visit Rio's highlights and landmarks on foot during a small-group sightseeing tour. Ride the subway downtown and follow your 'carioca' (Rio native) guide on a walk that includes Rio's most important historical and cultural sites. Visit National Museum of Fine Arts, Theatro Municipal, the Monastery Church of Santo Antônio, Ordem Terceira de São Francisco da Penitência and several other important landmarks.

Explore Brazil’s top sights on a private, afternoon tour culminating with spectacular views from the top Sugarloaf at sunset. Start your Rio tour with a hotel pick-up, then drive through the Tijuca rainforest to Corcovado Mountain where you see the towering Christ the Redeemer statue. Next, see the modern architectural style of the Metropolitan Cathedral and climb the Selarón staircase, before riding the cable cars to the top of Sugarloaf just as the sun is setting. Leave the logistics and the stress of driving to your guide and enjoy Rio's famous sights.

Get a glimpse behind the scenes of Carnival during this tour of Cidade do Samba. On this outing, follow your guide on a tour of the Acadêmicos do Grande Rio's warehouse, one of Rio's top samba schools, where they store their outrageous costumes and grandiose parade floats. Toast to your insider's experience with a traditional caipirinha while you learn about the history and culture of the Carnival in Brazil. Brave visitors can even try on a few feathered costumes. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.

Land tour in Búzios that will take you to know the city in a unique way. Its origins, its history, legends, tips for your stay, accompanied by local guides (Liguia Buzios) promoting sustainable tourism. Our complement and finish the tour with an amazing boat ride (optional) * Children up to 5 years do not pay.

Take a break from sightseeing and experience Rio De Janeiro like a local at a baile funk party, which are typically not tourist-friendly. Attending one with a local guide who knows the scene well allows you to party in a safer and more stress-free way. See a side of Rio that most tourists never will.

Soccer (or futebol, as it’s known locally) is an essential part of Brazilian culture—and with this small-group tour, you’ll experience it firsthand at Rio de Janeiro’s legendary Maracanã Stadium. Meet your local guide outside the stadium, head in with your included tickets, and sit near the area where the most dedicated fans wave flags and beat drums. You’ll soak up the excitement as you cheer for the local team.

Embarking on a breathtaking adventure, hiking to Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro offers an unforgettable experience that combines physical exertion, natural beauty, and spiritual contemplation. Towering atop the Corcovado mountain, this iconic statue of Jesus Christ has become a symbol of Brazil's vibrant culture and a testament to faith. We will explore the joys, challenges, and rewards of hiking to Christ the Redeemer, guiding you through the journey while highlighting the significance of this remarkable landmark.