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Excellent!
I had a great day together with the tourguide Maria Izabel! She is great amd knows a lot about Rio! You can take your time and take photo's when you please. I highly recommend this tour😊 Tom Schaaf, The Netherlands
Rio de Janeiro travel guide: tickets, best time & real costs
Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Price from
- $680 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 8 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Brazil Trip Turismo
Description
See Rio's most famous attractions with a hassle-free, private tour. On this 8-hour tour, visit the famous statue of Christ the Redeemer, take a gondola up the Sugarloaf Mountain, drive downtown and check out the historical center. Wind through the charming streets of the Santa Teresa neighborhood and see the famous mosaic staircase, Escadaria Selarón, which took the artist 20 years to complete. With a private guide/driver, transportation, logistics and entrance fees are all taken care of so you can enjoy the sights.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $680
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sugarloaf Mountain
Cable car To Sugar loaf attraction
Santuario Cristo Redentor
Ticket to Corcovado Mountain and monument.
Santa Teresa
Santa Tereza Neighborhood
Escadaria Selaron
Selaron Steps -Lapa Neighboorhood
Rio de Janeiro Historic City Center
Get arround Downtown Downtown Rio de janeiro Get to know the Historical buldings in Downtown and the history of Rio de janeiro.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
Visit The cathedral church
Copacabana Beach
Get a panoramic view of copacana beach
Ipanema Beach
Get a panoramic view of ipanema beach.
Praia do Flamengo
Get a panoramic view of Flamengo beach and Aterro do Flamengo- The biggest public park in Rio de janeiro.
What's included
Included
Christ Redeemer And SugarLoaf Tickets
Hotel pickup and drop-off
National Park fees
Professional guide
Parking Fees
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks
Pickup Locations & Times
Flats, Apartments, Hostels, Rental Vacation, Airbnb.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
8 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Full day and half day option
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 Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour take?
Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour cost?
Prices start at $680 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 Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
Can I cancel Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour 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. Flats, Apartments, Hostels, Rental Vacation, Airbnb. Pickup points include Windsor Copa Hotel.
What languages is Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Rio de Janeiro City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Brazil Trip Turismo.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Rio private tour
What an amazing tour with the exceptional Wagner. He was knowledgeable and great company. Thank you so much!!!
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Waaaaaagner!
Shout out to our wonderful Rio guide! He showed us around town yesterday, took us to lunch, and we laughed and joked the entire time. Thanks Wagner for everything until we meet again! I didn’t feel like I was on a tour I felt like I was with my homeboy! PS I’m a Carioca now ) wonderful! Fake news this place is amazing!
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I highly recommend this tour...
<p>I highly recommend this tour, Daniela is amazing !!!!.! you won't regret, she was on time, very friendly and knowledgeable<br/> Is like touring Rio with a friend , next time I'm in Rio will do more tours with her.<br/> Thank you Daniela for a great time!!!!!!!!</p>
J
When time is short or you want to...
<p>When time is short or you want to see a lot and the tour lines are long, the Private Tour of Rio is a MUST! Our guide, Daniela, was awesome, gracious, and flexible. She was able to take us to all the places we wanted to see and cut through long lines we never thought possible. The sights were amazing and the food at the Brazilian steakhouse she took us to was fabulous -- making us wish we could stay longer. Thanks, Viator and thank you, Daniela, for making our brief stay in Rio an unforgettably wonderful.</p>
K
Daniela our tour guide was AMAZING...
<p>Daniela our tour guide was AMAZING! I highly recommend this tour if you want to create your own itinerary. She took us EVERYWHERE we wanted to go. We didn't have to worry about other people as it was only us. Highlight of the trip. Book Daniela!!!!</p>
S
Daniela goes above and beyond for...
<p>Daniela goes above and beyond for her customers. She is not only knowledgeable but provides insights in to local culture. You can instantly see how much she loves doing this for us, the customer, and that makes the experience of booking a tour with her that much more exciting.</p>
P
very interesting and flexible itinerary...
<p>very interesting and flexible itinerary adapted to what we were looking for</p>
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