Top Southeast Brazil Half-day Tours - page 3

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.

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.

Discover the best that the concrete jungle of São Paulo has to offer as you embark on a sightseeing tour by car. Alongside a private guide, visit the city’s top highlights including Ibirapuera Park, the municipal market, the São Paulo cathedral, and the graffitied Batman Alley. Your guide provides insights into the history and culture of the city and Brazil while you explore.

Visitors will travel back in time on this tour of downtown Rio. The tour will visit the cultural and historical highlights of Rio, including the Cinelandia Square which is home to many of the political buildings of Rio; and Praia Quinze de Novembro, a square in the historical centre of Rio and surrounded by many historically significant buildings.

Discover the vibrant flavors of Rio de Janeiro with Secret Food Tours! Your local expert guides will take you through the heart of Copacabana, where golden sands meet a lively bohemian spirit, and every corner tells a story of music, culture, and flavor. Stroll along the famous beachfront and side streets, where bossa nova was born and Rio’s laid-back lifestyle comes alive. Beyond the postcard views, you’ll uncover hidden spots loved by locals, sampling authentic dishes that define the city’s unique culinary identity. From savory street food classics to refreshing tropical bites, every stop celebrates the rhythm and taste of Rio. Join us for a journey that blends food, music, stunning sites and culture in one of the world’s most iconic neighborhoods. Come hungry, and leave with a deeper connection to the soul of Rio de Janeiro.

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.

Save hours trying to navigate between Rio de Janeiro's top sights with an express tour that seamlessly transports you from spot to spot—a welcome break from the city's heat and humidity. In just a few hours, check off top attractions, such as Christ the Redeemer, the Selaron Steps, Arcos da Lapa, and the Maracana Stadium—all while a guide fills you in on the area's history and culture.

Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar) and Christ the Redeemer are two of Rio de Janeiro's top sights, but traveling between the two can feel complicated. Save yourself the hassle with this convenient combination tour that seamlessly transports you from location to location. Enjoy a scenic cable car ride to the summit of Sugarloaf for panoramic views, then continue in a minivan along the scenic Paineiras route to Christ the Redeemer.

In a jeep, travel through the city to the rainforest of Tijuca National Park, on a half-day ecological tour. With guided walks along the trails, it will be possible to see monkeys, sloths, coatis and many birds. Contemplate the flora, history and wildlife and know that you are in one of the largest Urban Forests in the World. A little piece of Atlantic Forest in the heart of Rio de Janeiro.

Explore São Paulo in just a few hours on this private tour by foot and vehicle. Follow your private guide to hit all the highlights of the city, including the Catedral da Sé, the municipal market, the Liberdade neighborhood, and Paulista Avenue. Choose from two tour lengths; with longer tours enjoying more time in some residential neighborhoods and local markets. Along the way, enjoy engaging, informative commentary from your private local guide. Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels is included.

With your ticket at Morro da Urca, you visit and have access to the Praça dos Bondes - which displays the two previous generations of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car and the life-size bronze sculptures of those responsible for the creation and implementation of each one - Augusto Ferreira Ramos and Christopher Leite de Castro and; Cocuruto - a place that tells the story of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car, inaugurated over 100 years ago, with exhibitions of images, projections, machinery and objects that marked the trajectory of the 1st Brazilian cable car and the oldest in operation in the world. At some times of the year, the space hosts temporary exhibitions. The park has preferential access, lift platform, adapted toilets and ramps, making tourism accessible for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.

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.

You'll experience Rio's historic centre and revitalised old port district by electric pedicab, a fun, safe and sustainable way to breathe in centuries of the city's stories and appreciate its beauty. We'll meet in front of the Municipal Theatre, and from there embark on a tour of some of the most popular sites of Lapa, the city centre and port. Along the way you'll be able to stop at the attractions, hear about the significance of the site, and take photos. Our itinerary is highly Instagramable! Our modern pedicabs visit many places that are inaccessible to cars, and cover three times more ground than is possible on a walking tour. They are also a joyful means of transport, and unlike a car they allow you to soak in the atmosphere of the city. As much as possible we are flexible with the itinerary, and will try to substitute sites if guests have already visited any. At the end we will be glad to drop you at any of the museums, cultural sites or restaurants we pass on the tour.

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.

The Lapa district of Rio de Janeiro is renowned for its buzzing nightlife and live music scene. With this evening pub crawl, discover the neighborhood at its most atmospheric as you visit popular local pubs and bars, sip a free shot of cachaça, and listen to live samba or forró music. Accompanied by your guide and group of party-seeking travelers, enjoy a fun night out with VIP admission and special offers on drinks.

Head to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain by cable car for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro. Your skip-the-line ticket gives you priority access to both cable cars, saving you time waiting at this popular attraction, and is valid for any departure time on the day you select. Admire the beautiful views of the city, the mountains, and the coastline from the lookout.

Enjoy some of the most spectacular sights in the world from a different point of view. ​ Sailing around Rio de Janeiro is for sure one of a lifetime experience that we can offer in a unique way with a great all incisive onboard service design for you.

Time travel to the future during this flexible-length guided tour and transfer to Rio de Janeiro’s brand-new Museum of Tomorrow. Admire the eye-catching design of this ‘experimental museum’ (the building was designed by ‘starchitect’ Santiago Calatrava) discovering a range of exhibits covering topics including environmental sustainability, science, art, technology and culture. A range of on-site amenities including gardens, cycling paths and a reflection pool add to the atmosphere. A guide, entrance fee and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

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.

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.

If you can only see one thing in Rio, it has to be the Christ the Redeemer statue. This tour is great for those on a super tight timeframe in the city; you'll get picked up by your private guide and proceed directly to see the iconic statue. Learn about the history of the statue and what it means to Brazlian culture; you'll also get the obligatory photo op.

The tour begins at Pier A of Marina da Glória, from where we start to explore the main points of Guanabara Bay from a single angle. Brunch Tour (10:00 to 13:00) Perfect for those who prefer a light and sunny climate. During the tour, you will enjoy a brunch with fresh fruits, light snacks and drinks, as well as bath stops and photos in calm waters. Sunset Tour (from 15:00) Ideal for those who want to enjoy the sunset at sea. Enjoy drinks, good music and an amazing view as the sky turns in the horizon. During the sailing, we pass through historic sites such as the city's protective fortresses, the Island of Good Travel, the Museum of Contemporary Art and Santos Dumont Airport We make a special stop near Adam and Eve Beach, perfect for photos and a refreshing dive. On the return, you enjoy stunning views of the Sugar Bread and the Redeemer Christ, with Rio as the main setting. A unique way to experience Rio from the sea.

Come enjoy a local experience by knowing the most beautiful tourist attractions of Rio de Janeiro in one way: dynamic, flexible and with small groups. Our tour starts approximately between 4:00 and 5:00 stop avoiding riots, queues, traffic and maximizing your time, making your experience even more comfortable!

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.