Rio de Janeiro travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs
Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- Price from
- $351 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 11 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Americo Tour Guide
Description
How about exploring Rio de Janeiro your way, at your own pace, and in total comfort? This private tour is the ideal way to discover the city’s main attractions with the freedom to customize the itinerary according to your interests. We offer a suggested itinerary based on the most popular sights, but the choice is yours! The tour is flexible and can be adapted to include the places you most want to visit, making the most of your time on this full-day (8-hour) experience. You will be accompanied by a bilingual driver-guide in a comfortable, air-conditioned car, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and personalized experience. Available options include: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, Santa Teresa, Lapa Arches, Municipal Theater, Sambadrome, Colombo Confectionery, Metropolitan Cathedral, Royal Portuguese Reading Room, Botanical Garden, Tijuca Forest, Chinese View, beaches, Carnival Experience, Maracanã Stadium, and much more! Admission tickets are not included.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Group price
- $351 per vehicle, up to 12 people
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Santuario Cristo Redentor
The private tour in Rio can start in one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, by train passing through Tijuca National Forest, one of the largest urban forests in the world.
Escadaria Selaron
The third most visited Attraction of Rio, the Escadaria Selarón is an amazing and colorful mosaic, with tiles from more of 80 countries.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
The Metropolitan Cathedral os Saint Sebastião impresses with its modern cone-shaped architecture, inspired by the Mayan pyramids. With 96 meters height and colorful windows that extend to the top, the space enchants visitors with its grandiosity and spirituality.
We pass by car by the historic XV Square, one of the most important sites in the centre of Rio. From the vehicle, we can see the scenario, in addition of centuries-old constructions that marked the history of Brazil.
Mosteiro De Sao Bento
Founded in 1590, the Monastery of Saint Bento delights with its colonial architecture and richly decorated interior in gold.
Pao de Acucar
At the end of the tour, we visit the iconic Sugar Bread, one of the most famous postcards in the world. The journey by cable car to the top is an experience apart, with amazing views of the riva, the Guanabara Bay and Christ the Redeemer. A perfect closure for the tour, with free time for photos, contemplation and enjoying every detail of this unforgettable landscape.
What's included
Included
Pick up and drop off of the group at the hotel or another preferred location
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
Snacks
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up at all hotels in Rio (including Barra da Tijuca), national and international airports (included), Airbnb accommodation and port. Your Guide/driver will wait for you in the hotel lobby or agreed meeting point.. Your Guide/Driver will have a sign with your name at the port or airport.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
11 reviews
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Rated higher than 76% of 597 reviewed tours in Rio de Janeiro
- Price over the last 19 days: $351–$380
- Today’s price is the lowest in that period
Excurgo comparison of 1,655 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro take?
Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro cost?
Prices start at $351 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick you up at all hotels in Rio (including Barra da Tijuca), national and international airports (included), Airbnb accommodation and port. Your Guide/driver will wait for you in the hotel lobby or agreed meeting point.. Your Guide/Driver will have a sign with your name at the port or airport. Pickup points include Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana, Sol Ipanema Hotel.
What languages is Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Personalized and Private Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Americo Tour Guide.
Reviews(11)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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