All Rio de Janeiro Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Best Day in Rio: Selarón, Catedral , Christ , Sugarloaf, AquaRio

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5% savings

US$149US$141

Enjoy the best of Rio de Janeiro with our private half-day custom tour, designed for travelers who want a more flexible and personalized experience in just 5 hours. Whether you're interested in visiting iconic landmarks like Sugar Loaf or Christ the Redeemer, exploring charming neighborhoods like Santa Teresa, or discovering hidden local spots, we’ll create an itinerary that matches your interests and schedule. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this tour offers comfort, convenience, and authenticity. Book now with Rio Cultural Secrets and make the most of your time in Rio!

Private Small Group Tour at Rio de Janeiro

Private Small Group Tour at Rio de Janeiro

Olá! I’m Mariana, an official tour guide of Rio de Janeiro. This tour is a wonderful way to see all the magnificent sights and get to know the history and culture of our lovely city. I’d love to show you around so you can have the best memories of your trip. Any tour can be personalized to meet your tastes! A typical tour looks like this: Stop 1: Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) in Corcovado national park. Beat the crowds with an early trip to the world famous statue, situated in the world’s largest urban forest. Stop 2: Selaron steps, a colourful mosaic landmark of Rio located in one of its most famous districts. Stop 3: Historical centre of Rio de Janeiro, with monuments from all eras of Brazil’s history. Stop 4: The Sugar Loaf. Beautiful views, pristine rainforest and even the occasional monkey! Other options include visits to the Botanical gardens, the world-famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, Parque Laje, legendary football stadium Maracanã or the Sambadrome.

Private Tour in Rio - All Day, Fully Customizable

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on a full-day tour and discover the charm of an authentic Brazilian winery nestled in the mountains of Rio de Janeiro! The adventure begins with hotel pickup and a scenic 2.5-hour drive through lush landscapes filled with rolling hills and mountains. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by the local team and learn the inspiring story of the winery, built through passion and dedication to the art of winemaking. During the guided visit, explore the vineyards, see the production process up close, and enjoy a delightful tasting of artisanal wines. After the tour, take the opportunity to visit the famous Itaipava Fair, one of the best spots for shopping and local products in the region. At the end of the day, we return to Rio with unforgettable memories and rich flavors. The tour includes a professional guide, winery entrance, and round-trip transportation for your comfort.

Full Day Tour of Brazilian Wineries

10 hoursFree Cancellation

The experience begins with an approximately 1.5- to 2-hour group surf lesson, making the most of the characteristics of the beaches in the area: Macumba Beach has slower, fuller waves, while Recreio Beach offers faster, steeper waves, providing different conditions for surfing! After the lesson, it’s time to enjoy the Day Use and the activities scheduled for the day, such as yoga, percussion, workshops, and an additional surf lesson.

Surf Lesson + Day Use in Rio de Janeiro

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

We are a family and LGBTQIA+ tour operator and agency in Rio de Janeiro, specializing in personalized private tours with separate guide and driver for tours with maximum comfort and safety, in SUVs, minivans and vans. We are the only TripAdvisor company to offer private tours to Grand Island! We also accept pets. Full-day tours include boarding and landing at any Rio hotel, airport or port. All this with amazing tour guides, super friendly, qualified, knowledgeable, with excellent fluency in English, Spanish, French, Italian and German and with experiences experienced abroad. We are the perfect choice for your family, children and the elderly. On special request, we can provide child car seats and accessible wagons for wheelchairs. Meet the Superguias team: They will show the most important places and hidden jewels with love, safety and fun Recommended duration

Private Boat VIP Paradise - Grand Island and RIO Transit

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

We begin with pickup from your hotel for a 4-hour tour dedicated to discovering two of Brazil’s most important cultural institutions: the National Theater and the National Library. Both located in downtown Rio de Janeiro, they impress with their grand architecture, ornate interiors, and historical significance. Your first stop is the National Theater, inaugurated in 1909 and considered one of the country’s most prestigious theaters. Known as the Municipal Theater, it has hosted renowned artists in music, dance, and opera, and still maintains its artistic independence with its own choir, symphony orchestra, and ballet company. Next, we visit the National Library, founded in 1810 by King João VI. The largest library in Latin America, it houses around 9 million items, including rare books, maps, manuscripts, and documents that preserve Brazil’s cultural memory. By law, every book published in Brazil must have a copy stored there.

Guided Visit to the National Theater and the National Library

4 hoursFree Cancellation

The Tupi-Guarani Village in Maricá offers an immersive experience in a rural setting surrounded by the Atlantic Forest. This tour stands out for its deep cultural exchange, allowing visitors to engage with indigenous leaders, witness sacred rituals, and learn about medicinal plants and sustainable living. Guests can also explore traditional crafts like beadwork and carvings, directly supporting the community. More than a visit, this is a journey into Brazil’s ancestral roots, fostering respect and connection with one of its most ancient cultures.

Visit Indigenous Native Guarani Village in Marica

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Get ready to hike one of Rio de Janeiro's most scenic routes, the Pedra do Telégrafo Trail. Spanning 3.5 km, this trail takes you through incredible lookouts, each with breathtaking visuals. Upon reaching the famous rock, take gravity-defying photos with an impressive optical illusion. The trail offers views of the secluded beaches of Perigoso and Meio and natural landmarks like Pontal do Recreio and Pedra da Gávea. Each lookout is a new chance to marvel at the beauty of Rio’s nature in all its lushness.

Discover the Pedra do Telégrafo Trail in Rio de Janeiro

6 hoursFree Cancellation

5% savings

US$73US$69

How about exploring Rio de Janeiro your way, at your own pace, and in total comfort? This private tour is the ideal way to discover the city’s main attractions with the freedom to customize the itinerary according to your interests. We offer a suggested itinerary based on the most popular sights, but the choice is yours! The tour is flexible and can be adapted to include the places you most want to visit, making the most of your time on this full-day (8-hour) experience. You will be accompanied by a bilingual driver-guide in a comfortable, air-conditioned car, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and personalized experience. Available options include: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, Santa Teresa, Lapa Arches, Municipal Theater, Sambadrome, Colombo Confectionery, Metropolitan Cathedral, Royal Portuguese Reading Room, Botanical Garden, Tijuca Forest, Chinese View, beaches, Carnival Experience, Maracanã Stadium, and much more! Admission tickets are not included.

Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Full tour of Rio de Janeiro's largest Favela, the Rocinha. Accompanied by a native guide you will learn about its corners, its problems and its social and cultural projects. You will also have the opportunity to observe one of the most beautiful views of the city. This discreet tour has an informative purpose while maintaining respect for the locals. The tour includes: Transfer from your hotel or accommodation. Native Bilingual Guides. Walk through its streets on foot as you live its history, culture and social projects that transform the community from the inside, simultaneously enjoying some of the most beautiful panoramic views of the city in a vibrant environment, full of life and color. The whole tour is walking, encouraging a real cultural exchange and interaction with local people. It guarantees that after experiencing this experience, your perspective on the favelas of Rio de Janeiro will change completely.

Favela Rocinha Walking Tour

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Arrival from Airport SDU to Barra da Tijuca or Jacarepaguá

30 minutesFree Cancellation

5% savings

Price varies by group size

US$75US$71

Your tour stands out by offering an authentic, close, and culturally enriching experience within the communities, always accompanied by local guides who know and live the reality of the place. More than just a tour, we provide a true immersion into daily life, walking through streets filled with urban art, visiting community spaces, bars, and viewpoints with stunning panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro. Depending on the community, travelers can enjoy unique experiences such as mototaxi rides, funicular trips, or visiting iconic spots where historic moments were filmed, such as the famous Michael Jackson music video. We focus on delivering a safe, respectful, and responsible experience, promoting conscious tourism and genuine cultural exchange. Each tour allows you to discover the energy, art, history, and true carioca spirit from the inside.

Favela Tour in Rio de Janeiro

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Special Offer

20 minutesFree Cancellation

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

US$69

US$55

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What are people saying about Rio de Janeiro

Jennifer_H, Oct 2026

Five Star Review! Best tour!!

I had a wonderful five hour tour of Tijuca National Park with Eduardo and Eduardo 2! Eduardo was knowledgeable, personable, and enthusiastic about sharing the natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro Eduardo made the experience both educational and enjoyable, providing fascinating insights into the rainforest. He was attentive, professional, and made me feel comfortable and safe throughout the excursion This was a fantastic opportunity to experience a completely different side of Rio, away from the beaches and bustling city. The lush scenery was spectacular, and Eduardo’s enthusiasm and humor made the experience even more memorable I highly recommend this tour, especially with Eduardo, to anyone visiting Rio who wants to discover the beauty of Tijuca National Park!

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

K_C, Sept 2026

Iconic Rio experience

We had a great experience with Meilin, who was a knowledgeable, caring and thoughtful tour guide for our group. She had plenty of historical and cultural information to share with us. We were blessed to have a lovely clear morning at Christ the Redeemer so that we could see it (on some days it can be obscured by clouds!). There were plenty of crowds at both Christ and Sugarloaf mountain, but having chosen the included tickets made the experience smoother. Delightful views at both.

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

Cody_F, Sept 2026

Great value and a variety of sights, including lunch

Fantastic day, and the right mix of activities. Great things to say about Gustavo, our tour guide. It was incredible how he jumped back-and-forth between Portuguese and English throughout the tour so that everyone could understand what he was saying. He is entertaining and a genuinely kind person. The lunch location was a bit crowded, and was buffet style. Loved this day in Rio de Janeiro and highly recommend it.

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Lakishia_S, Sept 2026

Book w/ Eric

This was an amazing tour/hike. Eric was the perfect tour guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. He knew a lot of the history and shared it at appropriate stop points. These breaks allowed the varying levels of hikers adjust to the terrain. He was very intentional in that way. I appreciate that level of thoughtfulness. If you want to walk a little, talk a little, and learn a lot, book with Eric. You won't be disappointed. This may be a 2nd submission. I'm not sure if the first submitted.

Private Rio Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Sugar Loaf Essentials

Elisdelia_C, Sept 2026

Dallas Cowboys Dream Trip

Due to large crowds, one should have a tour guide like Ana Maria to make the most of their time. She navigated the crowds with ease! Ana Maria and the driver, Valdemar, were punctual picking us up. they continued the punctuality as he dropped us off and picked us up at the different locations.

3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Ana_P, Sept 2026

um passeio fantástico

I keep talking about how epic this Favela tour was. My sister and I booked this tour and were lucky to have Daniel as our tour guide. He was outstanding. He gave us a lot of information about the history of the favelas, fun facts about Rio and much more. This was definitely unlike any other experience I’ve done while traveling.

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

Heinz_H, Sept 2026

Excellent

Excellent tour, I would definitely recommend doing it. Very nice visit to all three sites with ample time to spend at each, particularly Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf. Our tour guide Jonas was great! He gave a nice history of Rio while also giving us information on the sites we were visiting. My wife and I both feel the tour was well worth our time!

Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf: Rio City Tour with Lunch

Cecilia_V, Sept 2026

Fun-Filled Tour

What can I say about this fantastic nine hour experience of visiting Christ The Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain & the Rio City Tour which included a trip to the famous Macarena Stadium (even though sightseeing was restricted to only the exterior of the Stadium though😊, it was still worth it), the magnificent Catedral Metropolitana de Sao Sebastiao, the noted Escadaria Selaron Steps & not forgetting the sumptuous buffet lunch we all had at a wonderful restaurant. AWESOME is the word to describe this tour. This incredible and memorable experience was made possible for my two children and I by this Company (Rio Carioca Tour), Katrin the hardworking, very very patient and marvelous Company’s Tour Guide & the lovely Tour Driver who drove us for so many hours to these places. The price for the tour with this Company was also very reasonable considering all the numerous places we visited & the buffet food we ate at the restaurant. ‘Obrigado’ Katrin & Rio Carioca Tour Team for making our Rio de Janeiro holiday a truly special one.

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

Kathy_R, Jul 2026

Perfect Day in RIO

The sites were beautiful. The food was delicious and plentiful. The guide was kind and took good care of us. The only difficulty was understanding her English. Every Viator tour that I have taken has been worth every cent. Thank you and thank you for your flexibility. I originally scheduled our tour on the wrong day when we were not even in RIO. You were so kind to switch it to the correct week. I would recommend Viator and every one of your tours!

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!

Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner & Show

4j6yyrfx4b, Apr 2026

Best Seats in the House

The show, especially the 2nd half was entertaining and musically educational about all of Brazil. First rate dancing and singing all in a fun way. Great visuals. And the food isn’t bad either especially if you factor in the # of folks being fed. Our aviator tickets were in the front row and centered. They cost less thru aviator than I would’ve paid via our tour group too. Excellent job aviator.

Rio : Helicopter tour at Christ the Redeemer - 30 minutes

Neil_M, Mar 2026

Clouds and rain? They're illegal in Rio. Aren't they...?

The helicopter base was an hour's taxi ride away, and I wasn't expecting that. I should've checked in advance but didn't...so fair warning everyone else! When I got there - just in time - I was asked if I wanted a cold drink or maybe a beer? I opted for the beer (I was on holiday after all and not driving the thing, so why not?). I also opted for the extra video they make of the journey, which is e-mailed to you about 5 days later. So given that I had paid for a VIP flight, and bought the extra video offer, I was a little surprised to also be charged for the beer! And so to the flight itself. Well, it's at that point that you realise that Rio is just like any city anywhere on the planet. It too is subject to the vagaries of the weather. Every day for the last six months, in my mind this one day, this one particular half-hour was bathed in glorious sunshine. But it could be so different. Too cloudy, too wet, too windy, too anything...And today, right now...was none of those things. It was as if I had placed a weather-order with the Redeemer him/her/itself. Rio and the weather working hand-in-hand to deliver my long-held weather expectation. Across that panoramic perfection rode one helicopter and two insignificant passengers who may have been thinking different things about their forthcoming trip, but not that they would soon be silently and reverentially acknowledging the imperial majesty of Nature and Humans to bring us, well...this. A planet we could exist on, the luck that would allow us to develop and live this long, and the vision that would allow one person to say, "I've got this crazy idea. What I want to do is put a statue of Christ - right there...", and the vision that would allow another person to say, "Eh...OK" And they did. Then my wife and I came along. We took some pics. Shot a video or two. Ipanema, Copacabana, Cristo. Minds so exstatically blown. Grateful to everyone for everything. So yeah, it was OK. We'd do it again.