Why choose this Rio de Janeiro tour ?
8-hour fully customized tour of Rio with a private local guide. Have private transportation at your disposal to take you to all the sites you want to see in Rio. Great for experienced travelers who want to make the most of their visit. Whether you’re looking to go to the main attractions, or the places that aren’t so touristy, your private guide will be there to recommend the best spots and ways to beat the crowds. Tour is limited to a maximum of four people and includes pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Rio, or the cruise port or airport.
Make the most of your Rio de Janeiro adventure
What makes Full-Day Custom Private Tour of Rio a unique experience ?
This is a tailor-made tour and is fully customizable.
The tour is strictly based on your particular interests. Your guide will follow your interests and maximize your time in Rio. Let you guide know what your likes and dislikes are and he will take you to places you would not otherwise reach on your own.
There is no preset itinerary; you are free to play it by ear, planning the day’s activities as you go, based on interests, conditions, weather, and other needs.
Below you’ll find a list of places that can be visited on this tour.
You may book the tour and reach me afterwards to discuss the itinerary, or contact me first so we can tailor the tour to your needs.
Tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by your tour guide.
The second most visited attraction in Rio, Sugarloaf is a monolithic solid granite block over 1,200 feet above sea level located at the very entrance of Guanabara Bay in Rio. The access to the monument is at Urca neighborhood. The monument can be reached by taking 2 cable cars straight to the summit of Sugarloaf.
A wonderful estate that belonged to the most acclaimed landscape designer in Brazil.
Former home to a preeminent female art supporter, Laurinda Santos Lobo, the Parque das Ruínas is now a cultural center that keeps her legacy of supporting artists everywhere.
Inaugurated in 1909, the Theatro Municipal is one of the most importante theaters of Brazil and Latin America. The Theatro Municipal has drawn international artists and important names from Brazilian culture, including dancers, musicians, opera singers, and performing artists. Since the 1930s, the Theatro Municipal of Rio de Janeiro has maintained its artistic independence, and is the only Brazilian institution to have its own choir, a symphony orchestra, and ballet company. We do not enter, but we take time enjoying the architecture aspects of this building.
The garden was created in 1808 by order of the Portuguese prince Dom João VI as a temporary site for acclimatizing exotic plant species from all over the world broth there by the Portuguese. During the walk we will also be able to see the majestic imperial palm trees and the orchid and Bromeliad greenhouses.
Rio’s Botanic Garden is also one of the best spots to observe the city wildlife, such as capuchin and marmosets monkeys, toucans, red throated guan and several other animal species.
The Paço Imperial or Imperial Palace, previously known as the Royal Palace of Rio de Janeiro and Palace of the Viceroys, is a historic building.The Paço Imperial was built in the 18th century to serve as residence for the governors of colonial Brazil. From 1808, it was used as a royal residence by King John VI of Portugal as King of Portugal and later also as King of Brazil.
The CCBB in Rio de Janeiro is a building of neoclassical lines that in the past was connected to finance and business. Its foundation stone was launched in 1880, materializing the project of Francisco Joaquim Bethencourt da Silva (1831-1912), architect of the Imperial House, founder of the Society of Fine Arts and the Lyceum of Arts and Crafts
The diverse fauna and lush vegetation of the park can be observed.
This worldwide famous beach is also the area where most hotels are located in Rio.
Simply put, the most beautiful beach, with the most beautiful people, in the south side of Rio. Don´t miss the opportunity to see Tom Jobim´s statue and take great shots of the beach and Dois Irmãos´hill.
A place of monastic simplicity that is one of the most beautiful architectural complexes in Brazil where there is a surprising contrast between the austere, purposefully simple appearance of the exterior and the richness of the interior highlighting gilded Baroque engravings with plants motifs. See for yourself the exuberant Rococo style in the engraving on the high altar, followed by a view of the dome and the Chapel of the Santíssimo Sacramento.
Inaugurated in 1950 the stadium had 200.00 people capacity.
This flat trail located at the base of Sugaloaf Moutain is a place for a short walk looking for marmoset monkeys with Sugarloaf and the Red Beach as background.
The stage for the city’s main Carnival Parade.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 4 people per booking
- Pricing is per group pricing
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- All tours are private and conducted in air conditioned vehicle.
- Your admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour and any meals or drinks are not included. Admission fees will be paid directly at the attractions.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- ENGLISH, SPANISH & PORTUGUESE
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Larger Vehicles: 1 person – Compact Car
2 to 3 people -Sedan
4 to 5 people – SUV
6 to 10 people – Van
English, Spanish & Portuguese: This tour version can be conducted in English, Spanish or Portuguese upon your convenience.
Pickup included
Full-Day Custom Private Tour of Rio Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local guide
- Tolls and parking fees
- Transportation in a private car
Not Included
- Customer’s admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour
- Meals or drinks (if any)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Luis Darin Private Tour Guide.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Sao_Paulo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 145 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• All tours are private and conducted in air conditioned vehicle.
• Your admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour and any meals or drinks are not included. Admission fees will be paid directly at the attractions.
• Tour is conducted in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by your tour guide.