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Discover the best attractions Rio has to offer. On this private tour, an expert guide will show you around the city, from the airport to your hotel. Highlights include Corcovado Mountain, home to the iconic Christ the Redeemer, and a cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain. The itinerary can be fully customized to suit your preferences and interests.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
PICKUP INFORMATION: Please specify your preferred pickup location when booking. Since this is a private tour, you can choose the pickup point that best suits your needs, as long as it is within Rio de Janeiro city limits.
RETURN INFORMATION: Please specify your preferred drop-off location when booking. Since this is a private tour, you can choose the drop-off point that best suits your needs, as long as it is within Rio de Janeiro city limits.
HOTEL PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS: When your guide arrives at your hotel, they will ask the front desk to call your room if you are not in the lobby.
AIRPORT OR PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: When you arrive at the airport or port, a member of our team will be waiting in the arrivals area holding a sign with your name. They will escort you to your private transfer vehicle.
Itinerary
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Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon (Pass by)
Your guide will meet you at your hotel and drive you to the base of Corcovado Mountain, passing by Rio's beaches and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon along the way.
Admission ticket free -
1Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
Travel by van to the top of Corcovado Mountain, where the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue stands, passing through the lush Tijuca Forest along the way. The total time includes transportation from the Visitor Center to the statue, time at the summit of Corcovado Mountain, and the return journey.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
2Santa Teresa
Next, we will head towards the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, home to a collection of local boutiques and galleries. The charming Santa Teresa neighborhood also boasts several trendy bars and restaurants offering a variety of snacks and dishes, not to mention the stunning views. Don't miss it!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Arcos da Lapa (Pass by)
Have you ever heard of the Lapa neighborhood? If not, you should! It's very easy to know you've arrived in Lapa. There's a famous monument that's the official image of Lapa and a postcard of Rio: the aqueduct with its large white arches.
Admission ticket free -
3Escadaria Selaron
Discover the famous Selarón Steps, one of Rio de Janeiro’s most colorful and photographed attractions. Decorated by Chilean artist Jorge Selarón with thousands of tiles from around the world, the staircase has become a true symbol of the city and a perfect backdrop for unforgettable photos.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Centro
Walk through downtown Rio, passing some of the coolest tourist spots, taking in sights and culture until you reach Praça Mauá. The walk passes historical attractions, many bars and restaurants, arriving at Praça Mauá where all tribes and peoples gather.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Museu do Amanha
Admire the beautiful, state-of-the-art museum structure designed by the famous architect Santiago Calatrava.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro stands out among the buildings in the city center. Its unique architecture attracts the attention of all who pass by and surprises those who visit it! Its appearance and history are unconventional and make it one of the most curious points of the marvelous city!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Boulevard Olimpico
See a different side of Rio in its emerging Porto Maravilha area, a symbol of Rio renewed after the Olympics.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Painel Etnias
Mural painted by Eduardo Kobra, listed by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest graffiti in the world.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Maracana Stadium
The most important temple of Brazilian football. The setting for important classics and events in Brazilian football, such as the final matches of the 1950 and 2014 World Cups and the final of the 2014 Olympics.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai (Pass by)
The Sambódromo is the stadium for Rio's Carnival, where the parades take place for three nights a year. It's a concrete structure built especially for Carnival. It's an avenue with grandstands on both sides divided into sectors.
Admission ticket free -
Ipanema Beach (Pass by)
The beach that inspired the composition of the famous song "The Girl from Ipanema". A beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration.
Admission ticket free -
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro (Pass by)
Beautiful building and preserved architecture. It is one of the most important Brazilian theaters.
Admission ticket free -
Copacabana Beach (Pass by)
The beach that inspired the composition of the famous song "The Girl from Ipanema". A beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration.
Admission ticket free -
10Sugarloaf Mountain
Two-stage cable car ride: the first to Urca Hill, followed by the second to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain. The total time includes both cable car rides, as well as time at Urca Hill and Sugarloaf Mountain.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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