Private Tour 7-Hours: Rio Best Sights with Airport, Port Pick-ups

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Join us for a day of adventure, ticking off some of the most notable sites in Rio de Janeiro. With a star-studded itinerary, you’ll visit Chris the Redeemer, Maracana football stadium, Sambodromo and more. Be amazed by the history and culture of the vibrant city and learn from your local guide at each destination.

Marvel at the natural wonder of Sugar Loaf
Train ride at the base of Christ the Redeemer providing unparalleled scenic shots
Learn about the influence of Mayan Pyramids on the Metropolitan Cathedral
Round trip transfer to all locations including airport, hotels and the port

What's Included

Hotel, airport or port pick-up and drop-off. (Within Rio de Janeiro City)
VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet services.
Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people. Otherwise, the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
Professional licensed private tour guide.
Transport by fully-equipped vehicle.

Entrance fees.
Meals and drinks.
Tips. (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or far from the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORT / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport or seaport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private vehicle. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.

Itinerary

Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lapa

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arcos da Lapa (Pass By)

Centro

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Boulevard Olimpico

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museu do Amanha

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Painel Etnias

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maracana

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sugarloaf Mountain

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Copacabana Beach (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate

Not wheelchair accessible
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 32 reviews

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Best tour guide and driver ever

Joseph_M, Feb 2026

Our ship was delayed in docking, but our guide and driver were still waiting 3 hours after we were able to dock. Guide Antonio (call me Tony) was one of the best we have experienced using Viator. Even though we had missed our scheduled time at Sugarloaf Mountain, his familiarity with the Mountain lines and Mountain staff allowed us to take advantage of the skip the line (best choice we made prior to arriving in Rio…recommend you do skip the line for the Mountain and Christ The Redeemer—and do it well before you arrive in Rio as times for skip the line sell out). Tony went everywhere with us and explained what we were seeing as well as where to stand to take the best pictures. We did not have tickets for Christ The Redeemer as skip the line was sold out, but Tony’s contacts at the site arranged for us to skip the line and a good thing as lines were long and visitors plentiful. Again Tony went with us and we have some excellent photos of the site. Then we experienced the Lapa Steps. Carnaval was in full swing and we were treated to the parades and mingling with locals enjoying the party. Tony also even made sure that we had pictures of ourselves at the sights and at the Lapa Steps. We also have to give excellent marks to our driver, Marcello. Don’t drive in Rio during Carnaval yourself. This was one of the best tours we have had with Viator and Tony and Marcello are the reasons.

We had an awesome Rio...

suparna_c, Dec 2025

We had an awesome Rio tour mainly because of our great tour guide Camila and driver Mateo. Camila was so knowledgeable about past and present of this city and about all the important places in Rio. This tour exceeded our expectations and we definitely recommend this tour to others.

A Great Private Tour

Judyhucko, Apr 2024

This was an amazing private tour in Rio de Janiero. Our guide, Carlos, met us as soon as we were off of the ship and took us to our van. The van was roomy, comfortable and well air conditioned. They provided bottled water for the duration of the tour. We visited places not normally frequented by tourists and ended our day seeing the Christ the Redeemer statue. They dropped us off at the airport in time for our flights home. Overall, this was an amazing tour and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Rio.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you had an amazing experience in Rio with Carlos as your guide. 😊 It’s great to know that the van, water, and comfortable conditions made your tour even more enjoyable. We’re glad you were able to explore some of Rio’s hidden gems and cap off the day with a visit to Christ the Redeemer. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future!