Top Rio de Janeiro Tours by Duration - page 4

Hike to the top of Tijuca Peak with a guide during this half-day excursion from Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy convenient pickup at your Rio hotel and a scenic ride through the forest of Tijuca National Park. While you hike, your guide points out native flora and fauna that may include toucans, monkeys, sloths and snakes.

Explore the major sites of Rio de Janeiro on this all-encompassing tour. See the impressive statue of Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain, and take in the panoramic views from the peak. Then, follow your guide to Santa Teresa, a bohemian neighborhood full of artists and creatives. Finally, travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain to see the sunset from one of the most iconic sites in Brazil.

Explore Rocinha Favela, the largest favela in Latin America, during this 4-hour guided educational tour. Walk through the local community with your guide to learn about what life is like there. Interact with members of the community, learn about the history of Rocinha and gain a deeper understanding of the economic and political factors that shape Rio society.

Explore Rocinha Favela, the largest favela in Latin America, during this 3-hour guided educational tour. Walk through the local community with your guide to learn about what life is like there. Interact with members of the community, learn about the history of Rocinha and gain a deeper understanding of the economic and political factors that shape Rio society. Round-trip transportation from Rio de Janeiro hotels is included.

Ascend Corcovado Mountain early in the morning for an uncrowded viewing of Christ the Redeemer during this tour from Rio de Janeiro. After early morning hotel pickup, drive through the city in a comfortable tour van, passing sights like Copacabana Beach and Guanabara Palace. Enjoy informative, engaging commentary from your local guide during a stop at the famous statue on Corcovado Mountain. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included on this small-group tour.

Savor the rich and diverse flavor of Brazil on this small-group food tour of Rio de Janeiro's lively Santa Teresa and Lapa neighborhoods. Visit unique local restaurants and specialty shops and sample different foods and beverages, including classic Brazilian tastes such as açai, pão de queijo, coxinha, brigadeiro, tapioca, locally-made beer and cachaça. As you explore, you'll learn about the culture and history of Rio and the family traditions behind each eatery.

Combine three of Rio’s top attractions on this flexible-length visit to the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and the Selaron Steps, plus an optional trip to Sugarloaf Mountain. Enjoy the panoramic city views from the platform of Rio’s most iconic statue, then pass through historic Santa Teresa to visit the ceramic-clad Selaron Steps. Finish with an optional cable car ride up Sugarloaf.

Take your Rio de Janeiro visit to new heights thanks to this small-group hiking excursion to the top of Pedra da Gavea. Travel to Rio’s Tijuca rainforest for your ascent of this 2,770-foot (844-meter) pinnacle of rock, admiring local wildlife during the steep climb. You’ll eventually strap on climbing equipment, completing a few basic rock climbing sections on your trip to the top. Enjoy stunning views of greater Rio from the peak before rappelling back down. A guide and all necessary equipment are all included.

When you’re short on time in Rio and don’t want to waste the hours figuring out how to get from place to place, explore the famous sights on a tour. This 5-hour itinerary includes visits to Christ the Redeemer at Corcovado; Santa Teresa and the Lapa steps; the Metropolitan Cathedral; and Sugar Loaf. The van’s maximum capacity is 19, making it easy to follow the guide.

Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this comprehensive sightseeing tour. Pass by Copacabana Beach, the exclusive and trendy Ipanema Beach beach, and Guanabara Palace. Travel through the Tijuca Forest, stopping at Paineiras for views on the way up to Corcovado and the Christ the Redeemer statue. Ascend to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, then eat lunch before visits to Maracanã Stadium, the Lapa Arches, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Visit the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden on this private, 4-hour photography tour. See the historic park with its diverse flora and fauna, plus the scientific research institute and garden trails. Then along with a professional photographer guide, travel to the historic Parque Lage. Wander through artificial caves, have a picnic and enjoy the natural beauty of the trails that lead to Christ the Redeemer, one of the seven wonders of the world. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Visit the Roberto Burle Marx home and gardens during a private 4-hour tour from Rio. In the company of a local guide, explore the home of this artists and designer, surrounded by lush property filled with native plants. The Sitio Roberto Burle Marx is built in a distinctly Brazilian style, including elements of cubism and abstractionism. Walk through the peaceful gardens and admire the home's collection of folk art while learning about his life, work and esthetic from your knowledgeable guide. Round-trip transportation from Rio is included.

Known as the “Brazilian Caribbean”, it is an essential place to be visited by tourists who come to know Rio de Janeiro for the first time, it is considered one of the most popular destinations in Brazil. The sea of Arraial do Cabo is breathtaking for anyone, white sand and crystalline waters with a mixture of turquoise blue, baby blue and pool blue, it also has a vast marine life perfect for snorkeling.

The tour starts in the middle of the afternoon at the Urca pier next to the floating restaurant and the Urca bar. You will navigate through several historical and important points in Guanabara Bay, which is why we pass close to Fort São João, Fort Lage, Santa Cruz and the island of good travel in Niterói, MAC, Santos Dumont airport and Urca. There will be an incredible stopping point near Adam and Eve beach, perfect for taking photos and anyone interested in swimming! Afterwards, we will pass by the Museum of Contemporary Art and return with the incredible view of the sunset on the horizon. There are stunning views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer throughout the tour, as they are central to Rio de Janeiro's coastal scenery. The tour ends after the beautiful sunset view to enjoy the wonderful city. Comments: We recommend that you bring your camera, sunscreen, wetsuit, coat and flip-flops. The tour depends on favorable weather conditions.

Visit the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro on this guided tour. A popular tourist attraction, the garden houses rare collections of bromeliads and orchids, as well as other exotic plants, plus yards and yards of towering royal palm trees. In addition, you might possibly spot more than a hundred different species of birds that live in the trees.

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.

This experience allows people to experience a unique moment, immersing themselves in flavors, aromas, sounds and behaviors of a very old culture that is a direct part of the history of Brazil, with all its ethnic mixes rescuing the gastronomic identity and the music of a people and still unknown by many.

Experience Rio de Janeiro on a private, full-day tour with a licensed guide. Choose to explore with a driver-guide or a separate driver and guide for more personal attention and local insights. Customize your own itinerary, see the sights that interest you most, and uncover local secrets and see little-known gems with your guide like the Chinese View and Santa Teresa.

Take a panoramic city tour through Downtown Rio, a stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral and travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue on this full-day comprehensive tour of Rio's most famous landmarks. Reach the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain by cable car and by cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest, respectively. This full-day tour includes round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels, allows you to see all of Rio's sights in just one day.

This walk will allow you to discover the bohemian district of Santa Teresa by accessing it by the famous yellow tram, then wandering at your own pace before reaching Lapa by the famous colorful staircase of Selaron then ending your visit with Cinelandia square.

Pedra do Telégrafo is one of Rio de Janeiro's most-photographed natural attractions and offers great views of the city. But, located on the city's west side, it can be tricky to get there. This small-group tour takes care of your transportation then leads you on an easy hike up to the rock where you can take photos and enjoy the views.

Admire one of the Seven Wonders of the World from a completely new perspective during a 45-minute helicopter tour. You will see Rio highlights such as Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor), Copacabana Beach (Praia de Copacabana), and Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar). Plus, you’ll be taken to the skies at sunset, when Brazil’s cultural capital looks at its most spectacular.

In a jeep without a roof, explore one of the largest slums in Latin America. Check out the social projects and watch the Brazilian swing in a capoeira presentation with children and teenagers, marvel at the views of the Community and São Conrado beach. Discover the Carlinhos slab and admire the look of Christ the Redeemer. Walk along alleys and the catwalk, designed by Oscar Niemeyer, to reach the open market with northeastern products, food, drinks. Get in touch with local artisans, who paint prints about the community and souvenir sellers.