Explore the culturally diverse, vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro and let us show you why, deservedly, it's still called "The Marvelous City." Our tours allow you to visit Rio de Janeiro's most popular attractions, monuments, sights and hidden gems at your own pace with a fully dedicated private local tour guide, not just a driver. At each stop, you’ll have the chance to get off one of our vehicles and walk with your private tour guide who will be on hand all day long and will offer you a comprehensive private guided tour and a unique travel experience you will never forget, making the best of your time and money.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Pick up at all hotels within the city of Rio de Janeiro early in the morning to visit Christ the Redeemer right away. After this awesome views head to Sugar Loaf mountain and then Lapa district in historical downtown. Private transportation included and bilingual tour guide services too. Lunch can be provided under request and is not included in the general fee. Tickets to Christ the Redeemer and Sugar loaf can be pre booked to avoid wasting time in the queues under request and extra surcharge. Drop off at the hotel after finishing the tour. All taxes, tolls, parking and fuel included.
We pick up from any hotel in the city of Rio de Janeiro.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rio de Janeiro private Full day Custom Tours lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $360 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Wednesdays.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from any hotel in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Pickup points include Ritz Leblon Hotel, Santos Dumont Airport.
The experience is available in PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 3 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tour Guide Glayber.
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This is the most professional company I have encountered in Rio, I trust them 100%. Thats very rare in Rio. I would never look elsewhere when wanting reliable and safe transport in this city!
Muito obrigado pelo comentário. Ficamos felizes em poder superar suas expectativas. Até o próximo carnaval!
Great guide, it is the first time that I use the tourist services of Glayber, the group and I were extremely satisfied. The best tours are usually personal and in small groups, and that's exactly what he offers, he was a great guide! Very flexible, knowledgeable and above all, very attentive! It filled us with a lot of information and advice of what we could do in Rio de Janeiro. His English and understanding of American culture is excellent !!! ... I highly recommend him !. He is the best!.
Thank you very much for the great review. I am glad you had a wonderful time in Rio. Hope to see you soon. Kind regards, Glayber
Her name is Aline Scot Plavnik. She was very well spoken and incredibly knowledgeable. It was a private tour for us and we had many highlights already booked. Aline adapted to our needs easily and quickly while telling about things to see that we didn't know we should see, like the stairs and Santa Theresa.
Thank you very much for the great review. Aline is really a great tour guide and awesome person. We hope to see you soon. Kind regards, Glayber.
This was my first time visiting Rio with friends and Glaybers tour service was awesome. We booked a 8 hour tour and it was filled with amazing views of the city. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable on the history of Brazil and historical landmarks. My friends and I were very satisfied with our tour guide & the tour. I would definitely recommend using Glaybers tour service if you're planning on visiting Rio!
Thank you very much for the great review. I am glad everything worked out as planned! Looking forward to see you again soon. Regards, Glayber
This is my second time using Glaybers tour services and my friends and I were extremely satisfied. The best tours are usually small in size and personal and that’s exactly what Glayber offers. Customized personal tours that offer flexibility and allow you to skip lines.
Thank you very much for the great review. It was nice to see you guys again! Looking forward to see you again soon. Regards, Glayber
Both the two transfers to the airport and the individual 2-day tour of Rio exceeded our expectations. Those who have a 3 day in Rio available should take a private boat tour to Itaipu Beach (much nicer than Ipanema and Copacabana).
Thank you very much for the great review. Looking forward to see you again soon. Regards, Glayber
Glayber is one of the best tour guides that I’ve ever had. Glayber’s laid back personality made my trip an easy and enjoyable experience. From the moment I arrived at the airport and Glayber greeted me, I could tell he was a genuine, caring guy. He was concerned about my well being and stressed the issue of safety. You can tell that he is passionate about his work. On our tour, we visited the Christ the Redeemer statue, took paddle boarding lessons in the Barra de Guaratiba, visited the Museum of Tomorrow, checked out the art work in Centro Rio, ate lunch at Cafeteria Colombo that had some of the best desserts, experienced Brazilian nightlife at Rio Scenarium, took a biking tour around the lagoon. He also recommended some great seafood and Brazilian steakhouses. He was extremely knowledgeable about Rio. Once it was time for me to check out of the hotel, Glayber gave me a ride to the airport and personally walked me to the security gate while carrying my luggage. I look forward to visiting Rio again! Thank you Glayber for your five star service!
Thank you very much for this great review! I am really glad you had a great time in Rio and I was able to help! You made my job so much easier! I hope to see you guys back in Rio soon!
It was a unique and wonderful experience as I knew much more than I expected, this thanks to the Ricardo guide who was with us and each of the other people who were with us on the journey. Thank you Brazil for your stay.
Muchas gracias por su amable reseña. Nos quedamos contentes que les gusto nuestros servicios! Un saludo cordial, Glayber.
Immaculate service, comfortable vehicle and attentive guide, with knowledge of the main sights of the Wonderful City!!!!! Showwwwww!!!!
Muito obrigado pelo excelente comentário! Fico feliz que tenham gostado! Voltem sempre!
I would highly recommend glaybe and his company, I booked a trip for my parents as part of their cruise to help see rio and enjoy the carnival. Glaybe was brilliant with communicating and arrange trip around their needs. This continued when my parents were there. They had an amazing time and Glaybe and his driver made this happen. Thank you so much very reliable and flexiable.
Thank you very much for the great review! I am glad your parents had a great time in Rio! We had fun too! We hope to see you and your parents soon! Kind regards, Glayber.
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