Private customized Tour of Rio de Janeiro

I had an excellent day with my guide, Vicente. He took me to all the places I wanted to visit and tailored the entire experience to my interests, making it feel truly personalized. Vicente is knowledgeable, friendly, and professional, and he also takes amazing photos, which made the day even more memorable. I never felt rushed, and everything was perfectly organized. If you're looking for a private, customized tour with someone who genuinely cares about making your experience special, I highly recommend Vicente. Thank you for an unforgettable day in Rio!

Lully is a charming guide, she cares about showing you everything in detail and also adapts the itinerary to your needs, as for the driver who took us. He is a charming person, very attentive and punctual

Our Private Customized Tour of Rio with Viator was absolutely exceptional and easily one of the best travel experiences we’ve ever had. Our guide, Tatiana, was outstanding—you can immediately tell she has a genuine passion for Rio and for creating meaningful, memorable experiences. Before the tour, she took the time to understand our interests, must-sees, and preferences, and thoughtfully crafted a perfect 8-hour itinerary that blended iconic sights with hidden gems we never would have discovered on our own. Throughout the day, Tatiana went far beyond simply sharing historical facts. Her personal insights, stories, and energy made every stop engaging and brought the city to life in a way that felt authentic and immersive. Two moments truly stood out: a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path hike in Tijuca National Park to a secluded waterfall, and an unforgettable behind-the-scenes visit to Maracanã Stadium, where we explored the locker rooms, stepped onto the field, and even took a few shots on goal. We’ve traveled extensively and experienced many private tours around the world, and this was, without question, the best. If you’re considering a tour in Rio, book this experience—and be sure to request Tatiana. It will be the highlight of your trip.

“If you are looking for the ultimate Rio experience, look no further than Tatiana! We spent an incredible day hitting all the heavy hitters—Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain,Copacabana, and more—and she made every moment feel seamless and special. Tatiana is so much more than a guide; she’s like that well-connected friend who knows all the secrets to beating the crowds and finding the best photo ops. The absolute highlight? After a busy morning of sightseeing, Tatiana went above and beyond to find time to drop us off right at Copacabana beach so we could go for a swim. It was the perfect way to cool off and experience the 'Carioca' lifestyle firsthand. Do yourself a favor and book her immediately!"

Highly recommend Vicente for your Rio tour. Really nice person and tries hard to accommodate your needs. Wholeheartedly recommend and definitely five stars.

Brilliant trip organised by Vicente. He picked us up at our hotel, and took and escorted us to Christ the Redeemer, then with a little tour, including the convent of Santa Teresa, lunch at a fantastic Brazilian restaurant then Sugar loaf mountain. Then he dropped us back at our hotel. What a fabulous day. I can highly recommend Rio Alternative tours.

The guide Lully is super high astral, excellent acquaintance of Rio and its stories, in addition to great photographer. We only had 1 day to take the tour of Rio, on a rainy day, and she adapted the route so that we could know as many places as possible. It was an amazing day, thanks to her willingness to serve us with mastery. Super grateful for this wonderful experience with this person score 1000!

A very complete tour to know the best of Rio: the Selarón Staircase, the Cathedral, the Olympic Boulevard, Santa Teresa with its delicious feijoada in Bar do Mineiro, the Christ the Redeemer and the Chinese View. Luly was an excellent guide, close and with many stories and curiosities that make the tour much more interesting. Also, share many tips of places and plans to take advantage of other days in the city. Highly recommended for those who want to discover Rio in an authentic and well organized way.

Visiting Rio de Janeiro with Lully was the best recommendation they could make. In a single day we could visit the sites of maximum tourist interest without queues, with very comfortable transfers and very good company. I recommend taking the tour as soon as you arrive in Rio, because it helps you orient yourself in the city and gives you tips for other days. Rio is an amazing city, but certainly with Lully it is even better!

Amazing tour of Rio with Lully 💛 super fun and attentive, took us to beautiful places and explained a lot about the culture and history of the city. We made the most of the time and also took some beautiful photos. Most recommended!