Why choose this Rio de Janeiro tour ?
This tour is a gentle stroll through places that are connected to the Portuguese Royal Family. We will tell you amazing stories about the Portuguese Monarchy and details about their arrival in Brazil in 1808.
Starting with hotel pickup, we take you to the disembark location of the Royal Family. Find out more about the transference of the Portuguese Royal Court from Europe to Brazil. Funny stories and anecdotes are part of the tour. Then we walk up to the former main street that housed several members of the court. Find out how the houses were occupied by the aristocracy. Next, we head to the building used as office by the Portuguese King. Last, but not least, we visit the Museu Histórico Nacional. The vast collection of artifacts will mesmerize you. We focus on the items related to the Portuguese Royal Family.
This is a fun tour where we share funny stories and tell you facts about the Portuguese Royal Family. At the end, we go back to the hotel knowing a lot more about the Monarchy.
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What makes Half-day Portuguese Royal Family Tour in Rio a unique experience ?
The former main harbor where the Royal Portuguese Family disembarked in 1808. This is where everything started.
Former main street during Colonial Times. Several members of the court lived in this area.
The building was used for different purposes throughout the years.
Visitation focusing on the items related to the Portuguese Royal Family. We see items from the Monarchy, both Colonial Times and Imperial Times.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.
- Non refundable in case of bad weather.
- ID or copy is mandatory – including children.
- Children under the age of 4 are free of charge and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the vehicle.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis.
- Maximum vehicle capacity: 19 people.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
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Half-day Portuguese Royal Family Tour in Rio Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Tickets to enter the Museu Histórico Nacional
- Pickup in Barra/ Recreio has additional rate of 10 USD (40 BRL) per person.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Rio Carioca Tour Ltda.
- 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.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. Contact Rio Carioca Tour [booking@riocariocatour.com.br/ +55 21 98806.5075] at least 24 hours before the start of the tour to inform location and confirm pickup time. Wait for the tour guide in the place informed on a visible location. Delays may occur due to traffic conditions.
IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Take care of your personal belongings as we are not responsible for items left in vehicles and/ or in places visited. We recommend that you carry all your belongings.
