Private Tour of Rio de Janeiro: Explore Iconic Landmarks and Local Culture

Embark on a private tour of Rio de Janeiro and explore its iconic landmarks and vibrant local culture. Visit Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, famous beaches, and more!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon - You’ll be met at your hotel by your private guide and head to the base of Corcovado Mountain by car, passing by Rio’s beaches and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon on the way.
What's Included
  • Professional licensed private tour guide
  • All-inclusive pricing with VAT, taxes, and handling charges
  • Complimentary parking fees during stops
  • Convenient Greet & Meet services at the airport or port
  • Flexible pick-up and drop-off within Rio de Janeiro
  • Comfortable travel in fully-equipped vehicle
  • Private driver for larger groups (more than 4 people)
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees.
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Tips. (optional)
Additional Information

Discover Rio’s most important touristic attractions on a private tour in the company of an expert guide.

Visit Corcovado hill, where the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer is located, considered to be one of the seven wonders of the modern world. Drive along beachfront area to admire the most famous beaches like Ipanema, Copacabana, and Leblon.

Head to the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain and catch the cable car to the breathtaking summit of it.

Pass by Maracana stadium, one of the most important in the whole world. Visit to the Sambadrome, samba venue where the famous Rio Carnival parade is held.

Enter the Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, one of Rio’s numerous iconic symbols. Following this, head to the center of Rio to get a taste of the local culture, climbing the Sélaron Steps and passing the Lapa Arches.

The itinerary can be totally customizable according to your personal preferences to create the best Rio’s experience.

At the end of the tour, you’re dropped off at the hotel.

Location
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Avenida Epitacio Pessoa,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Margieandkeithw
Jul 11, 2024
Carefree tour, just book it. - Our tour started at our hotel where we were met in the hotel lobby by Eduardo who shared our last name. We enjoyed hearing about the history of the points of interest. We hit all the top spots that we otherwise would have had to navigate ourselves. We wanted a carefree day and having someone to do the driving and ticket buying was great. Highly recommend Eduardo who was very personable and this tour company.
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Zedrick
Jul 2, 2024
Rio de Janeiro Uncovered: Amazing Tour with Camila - TL;DR - Highly recommend the private tour with Camila. We kicked off at 9:30 am, just as I'd requested. Camila was waiting for us in the lobby, and her warm energy set the tone for an unforgettable day. Here are some of the highlights that made this tour truly special: Ipanema Beach from a Local's Perspective Camila took us to a hidden spot with stunning views of Ipanema Beach. Her insider knowledge of Rio shone through as she navigated us through secret shortcuts and shared fascinating stories about the neighborhood. Sugarloaf: No Crowds, Just Breathtaking Views We arrived at Sugarloaf before the crowds, thanks to Camila's expert planning. She guided us through each stop, making sure we had plenty of time to take it all in at our own pace. And she knew exactly where to capture those Instagram-worthy shots! Christ the Redeemer: The Right Way to See It Camila recommended traveling by car to this iconic landmark, and I'm so glad we did! We avoided the packed train and enjoyed a comfortable, hassle-free experience. Escadaria Selarón: A Glimpse into Local Life Camila walked us through this vibrant neighborhood, introducing us to local artisans, crafts, and refreshing cocktails. With her by our side, we felt completely at ease, thanks to her obvious connections with the locals. We also explored the stunning Theater District, Catedral Metropolitana, Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Candelária, and more. By the end of this action-packed tour, I was ready for a well-deserved spa day – exhausted but exhilarated! In short, I wholeheartedly recommend Camila's private tour for an authentic Rio experience. Her passion, knowledge, and warm personality made all the difference. If you want to see the real Rio, look no further!
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828adolfor
Apr 11, 2024
Excellent Tour, Excellent Service - Excellent Tour 100% recommended. Very punctual, they picked us up at the Cruise Dock ahead of time, in a luxurious van, María, an excellent guide, explains very well and speaks several languages very well, we visited more places than promised, they charged us an excellent price, much cheaper than the Ship. We were very happy
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Paul_m
Mar 21, 2024
Rio Layover Bonus Day - We had a fantastic day with Newton because of a surprise layover in Rio de Janeiro. We wanted to avoid the crowds so he took us to the forest and we finished the day on the beaches.
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Jeanlouisb487
Mar 3, 2024
An incredible Saturday in the “Wonderfull City” with Camila - Excellent Time management to enjoy the most of Rio de Janeiro in a given a short time. Camila was extremely accommodating and sympathetic; with lots of tips and strong will to share her love for the “wonderful city” and the Brazilian culture.
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Trail794735
Mar 2, 2024
Rio full day tour - My guide Fabio was very knowledgeable about the sites we visited, he took his time explaining, seen so much in one day. Would recommend highly.
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Edinarareginar2024
Jan 14, 2024
Rio de Janeiro historic center - We paid a visit to the center of Rio de Janeiro with the excellent guide Camila Feher, super attentive, she knows a lot about the history of Rio and is passionate about history, that makes all the difference, plus she knows great places to stop to eat, her gastronomic tips are divine , this made the trip to the Colombo bakery even better. It was an incredible day in addition to having the super polite and high-spirited driver Júnior, with a clean car, air conditioning, water and treats such as chocolate and our traditional paçoquinha. Perfect, I highly recommend it and will do it again as soon as I return to Río de Janeiro. Thank you Camila and junior.
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573valdirk
Jan 14, 2024
Rio de Janeiro and the jewel of Brazil - Fantastic locations! Our guide Camila was perfect, an excellent professional history class. Unforgettable tour
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Daniel_r
Jan 1, 2024
Fantastic experience. - Camila did a fantastic describing various sites and places of interest, commenting in depth on the history of the site but or Rio and Brazil generally, which was highly insightful. She also took us to neighborhoods that were truly local in nature. This tour is jam packed with sites of interest - Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, the cathedral, the football stadium, the Olympic mural, the tile steps, and more. It was a fabulous day. Highly recommended.
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Anouchkavanveen
Nov 21, 2023
Rio highlights in one day - Thanks to Leandro we did so many highlights in one day. He arranged everything for us and told us so much about Rio. It was a very nice day
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