Rio in One Day: Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour
Experience all the highlights of Rio—including Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach, Santa Teresa, and the Cathedral of Saint Sebastian—on this full-day private sightseeing tour. A great way to maximize your time in the city without having to worry about organizing transport and individual tours, you’ll also have the chance to delve deeper into Rio’s rich heritage and vibrant culture with the support of your local guide.
Highlights
- ✓Take in all Rio’s best sights in one day on a full-day private group tour
- ✓Visit Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, the Sambadrome, and the Selarón Steps
- ✓Full-day private tour suitable for small groups or groups of up to 14 people
- ✓Includes pickup from the airport, cruise port, or your accommodation
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
- ✓Reaching the Cosme Velho district, you'll take a unique Swiss cogwheel train that climbs the mountain from its base to nearly the summit. The very top is reached by climbing a flight of stairs to arrive at the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue. The view, from this vantage point, with the surrounding Tijuca National Forest spreading below and a circle of mountains closing the horizon at the very back of the Guanabara bay is truly spectacular. After some time to walk around and take photos, we make the way back down.
- ✓We then head towards to the bohemian Santa Teresa neighborhood, home to a collection of local boutiques and galleries. The charming area of Santa Teresa also features many trendy bars and restaurants offering several options of snacks and dishes, not to mention its breathtaking views. Don’t miss out on it!
- ✓From Santa Teresa to Lapa, there is the famous Selaron steps, a stairway decorated with colorful tiles. Known for its energetic bohemian vibe, “Lapa” is the most buzzing area in town day and nighttime.
- ✓Have you ever heard of the Lapa neighborhood? If not, it should! It's very easy to know that you've arrived in Lapa. There is a famous monument that is the official image of Lapa, the large white arches aqueduct postcard of Rio.
- ✓Walk through Rio’s downtown through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture until Mauá square. The walk passes by historic attractions, lots of bars and restaurants, arriving at Mauá square where all tribes and people get together.
- ✓See a different side of Rio in its up-and-coming Porto Maravilha area symbol of the renewed Rio after the Olympics.
- ✓Mural painted by Eduardo Kobra listed by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest graffiti in the world.
- ✓Admire the gorgeous cutting-edge museum structure, designed by famous architect Santiago Calatrava.
- ✓The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro stands out among the buildings in the Center of the city. Its unique architecture catches the attention of everyone passing by and surprises those who visit it! Its appearance and history are unconventional and make it one of the most curious spots in the wonderful city!
- ✓The Sambodrome is the home to the Rio Carnival, where the parades take place during three nights every year, a concrete structure built specifically for the Carnival. It's an avenue with bleachers on both sides divided into sectors.
- ✓Beautiful building and preserved architecture. It's one of the most important Brazilian theaters.
- ✓The most important Brazilian football temple. Scenery of important Brazilian football classic and facts, like hosting the final matches for the 1950 and 2014 football World Cup and the Olympics final football match in 2014.
- ✓Beach that inspired the composition of the famous song "Ipanema Girl”. Beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration.
- ✓We will then go up the Sugarloaf Mountain. A series of two cable cars will take you to the top of Sugar Loaf. At the top, again some of the most breathtaking views of Rio, this time from a different vantage point than at Corcovado. After that, tourists may want to enjoy lunch at a very nice “all-you-can-eat buffet” steakhouse restaurant (not included).
- ✓Pass by Copacabana beach that was inspiration of songs and poetry, and one of the most famous postcards in Brazil. Copacabana is also stage of one of the biggest New Year's Eve in the world, the neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro has a lot of history, cultural life and bohemia.
What's included
- ✓Professional licensed private tour guide.
- ✓VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet services.
- ✓Hotel, airport or port pick-up and drop-off. (Within Rio de Janeiro City)
- ✓Transport by fully-equipped vehicle.
- ✓Private driver for groups bigger 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
What's not included
- ✓Entrance fees.
- ✓Meals and drinks.
- ✓Tips. (optional)
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio de Janeiro. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORT / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport or seaport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private vehicle. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Rio in One Day: Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour
Experience all the highlights of Rio—including Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach, Santa Teresa, and the Cathedral of Saint Sebastian—on this full-day private sightseeing tour. A great way to maximize your time in the city without having to worry about organizing transport and individual tours, you’ll also have the chance to delve deeper into Rio’s rich heritage and vibrant culture with the support of your local guide.
Highlights
- ✓Take in all Rio’s best sights in one day on a full-day private group tour
- ✓Visit Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, the Sambadrome, and the Selarón Steps
- ✓Full-day private tour suitable for small groups or groups of up to 14 people
- ✓Includes pickup from the airport, cruise port, or your accommodation
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
- ✓Reaching the Cosme Velho district, you'll take a unique Swiss cogwheel train that climbs the mountain from its base to nearly the summit. The very top is reached by climbing a flight of stairs to arrive at the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue. The view, from this vantage point, with the surrounding Tijuca National Forest spreading below and a circle of mountains closing the horizon at the very back of the Guanabara bay is truly spectacular. After some time to walk around and take photos, we make the way back down.
- ✓We then head towards to the bohemian Santa Teresa neighborhood, home to a collection of local boutiques and galleries. The charming area of Santa Teresa also features many trendy bars and restaurants offering several options of snacks and dishes, not to mention its breathtaking views. Don’t miss out on it!
- ✓From Santa Teresa to Lapa, there is the famous Selaron steps, a stairway decorated with colorful tiles. Known for its energetic bohemian vibe, “Lapa” is the most buzzing area in town day and nighttime.
- ✓Have you ever heard of the Lapa neighborhood? If not, it should! It's very easy to know that you've arrived in Lapa. There is a famous monument that is the official image of Lapa, the large white arches aqueduct postcard of Rio.
- ✓Walk through Rio’s downtown through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture until Mauá square. The walk passes by historic attractions, lots of bars and restaurants, arriving at Mauá square where all tribes and people get together.
- ✓See a different side of Rio in its up-and-coming Porto Maravilha area symbol of the renewed Rio after the Olympics.
- ✓Mural painted by Eduardo Kobra listed by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest graffiti in the world.
- ✓Admire the gorgeous cutting-edge museum structure, designed by famous architect Santiago Calatrava.
- ✓The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro stands out among the buildings in the Center of the city. Its unique architecture catches the attention of everyone passing by and surprises those who visit it! Its appearance and history are unconventional and make it one of the most curious spots in the wonderful city!
- ✓The Sambodrome is the home to the Rio Carnival, where the parades take place during three nights every year, a concrete structure built specifically for the Carnival. It's an avenue with bleachers on both sides divided into sectors.
- ✓Beautiful building and preserved architecture. It's one of the most important Brazilian theaters.
- ✓The most important Brazilian football temple. Scenery of important Brazilian football classic and facts, like hosting the final matches for the 1950 and 2014 football World Cup and the Olympics final football match in 2014.
- ✓Beach that inspired the composition of the famous song "Ipanema Girl”. Beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration.
- ✓We will then go up the Sugarloaf Mountain. A series of two cable cars will take you to the top of Sugar Loaf. At the top, again some of the most breathtaking views of Rio, this time from a different vantage point than at Corcovado. After that, tourists may want to enjoy lunch at a very nice “all-you-can-eat buffet” steakhouse restaurant (not included).
- ✓Pass by Copacabana beach that was inspiration of songs and poetry, and one of the most famous postcards in Brazil. Copacabana is also stage of one of the biggest New Year's Eve in the world, the neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro has a lot of history, cultural life and bohemia.
What's included
- ✓Professional licensed private tour guide.
- ✓VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet services.
- ✓Hotel, airport or port pick-up and drop-off. (Within Rio de Janeiro City)
- ✓Transport by fully-equipped vehicle.
- ✓Private driver for groups bigger 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
What's not included
- ✓Entrance fees.
- ✓Meals and drinks.
- ✓Tips. (optional)
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio de Janeiro. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORT / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport or seaport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private vehicle. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.