Rio Highlights: 8-Hour Private Tour with Airport, Port, and Hotel

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About this activity

Discover the best attractions Rio has to offer. On this private tour, an expert guide will show you around the city, from the airport to your hotel. Highlights include Corcovado Mountain, home to the iconic Christ the Redeemer, and a cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain. The itinerary can be fully customized to suit your preferences and interests.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–19
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Expresso Tour

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Adults (3–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Licensed bilingual guide.
Included: Pickup and drop-off at any address within the city of Rio de Janeiro
Included: Private Transportation in fully equipped vehicles.

Not included

Not included: Admission tickets and entrance fees
Not included: Tips (optional)
Not included: Refeições e bebidas.
Not included: Entrada – Santuário Cristo Redentor
Not included: Entrada – Museu do Amanhã
Not included: Entrada – Bondinho Pão de Açúcar

Itinerary

Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

Passing by

Your guide will meet you at your hotel and drive you to the base of Corcovado Mountain, passing by Rio's beaches and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon along the way.
Santuario Cristo Redentor

one hour Admission not included

Travel by van to the top of Corcovado Mountain, where the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue stands, passing through the lush Tijuca Forest along the way.

The total time includes transportation from the Visitor Center to the statue, time at the summit of Corcovado Mountain, and the return journey.
Santa Teresa

30 min

Next, we will head towards the bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, home to a collection of local boutiques and galleries. The charming Santa Teresa neighborhood also boasts several trendy bars and restaurants offering a variety of snacks and dishes, not to mention the stunning views. Don't miss it!
Arcos da Lapa

Passing by

Have you ever heard of the Lapa neighborhood? If not, you should! It's very easy to know you've arrived in Lapa. There's a famous monument that's the official image of Lapa and a postcard of Rio: the aqueduct with its large white arches.
Escadaria Selaron

15 min

Discover the famous Selarón Steps, one of Rio de Janeiro’s most colorful and photographed attractions. Decorated by Chilean artist Jorge Selarón with thousands of tiles from around the world, the staircase has become a true symbol of the city and a perfect backdrop for unforgettable photos.
Centro

20 min

Walk through downtown Rio, passing some of the coolest tourist spots, taking in sights and culture until you reach Praça Mauá. The walk passes historical attractions, many bars and restaurants, arriving at Praça Mauá where all tribes and peoples gather.
Museu do Amanha

Passing by

Admire the beautiful, state-of-the-art museum structure designed by the famous architect Santiago Calatrava.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

15 min

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro stands out among the buildings in the city center. Its unique architecture attracts the attention of all who pass by and surprises those who visit it! Its appearance and history are unconventional and make it one of the most curious points of the marvelous city!
Boulevard Olimpico

10 min

See a different side of Rio in its emerging Porto Maravilha area, a symbol of Rio renewed after the Olympics.
Painel Etnias

10 min

Mural painted by Eduardo Kobra, listed by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest graffiti in the world.
Maracana Stadium

5 min

The most important temple of Brazilian football. The setting for important classics and events in Brazilian football, such as the final matches of the 1950 and 2014 World Cups and the final of the 2014 Olympics.
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai

Passing by

The Sambódromo is the stadium for Rio's Carnival, where the parades take place for three nights a year. It's a concrete structure built especially for Carnival. It's an avenue with grandstands on both sides divided into sectors.
Ipanema Beach

Passing by

The beach that inspired the composition of the famous song "The Girl from Ipanema". A beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration.
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro

Passing by

Beautiful building and preserved architecture. It is one of the most important Brazilian theaters.
Copacabana Beach

Passing by

The beach that inspired the composition of the famous song "The Girl from Ipanema". A beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration.
Sugarloaf Mountain

one hour Admission not included

Two-stage cable car ride: the first to Urca Hill, followed by the second to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain.

The total time includes both cable car rides, as well as time at Urca Hill and Sugarloaf Mountain.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Motel Comodoro
Shelton Hotel
Hotel Bariloche
Hotel Gomes Freire
Pousada CNU
Hotel Wyndham Barra da Tijuca
Pousada Cantinho Da Paz
Suite Santa Teresa
Fazenda Faisca
Studios Bueno
Meu Recanto
Hotel Tesouro Tropical

and 404 more pickup points

PICKUP INFORMATION: Please specify your preferred pickup location when booking. Since this is a private tour, you can choose the pickup point that best suits your needs, as long as it is within Rio de Janeiro city limits.

RETURN INFORMATION: Please specify your preferred drop-off location when booking. Since this is a private tour, you can choose the drop-off point that best suits your needs, as long as it is within Rio de Janeiro city limits.

HOTEL PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS: When your guide arrives at your hotel, they will ask the front desk to call your room if you are not in the lobby.

AIRPORT OR PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: When you arrive at the airport or port, a member of our team will be waiting in the arrivals area holding a sign with your name. They will escort you to your private transfer vehicle.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
As entradas são opcionais

Options

PICKUP AT RIO DE JANEIRO HOTEL

Pickup included
PICKUP AT THE PORT (PIER MAUÁ)

Duration: 8 hours

Pickup included
AIRPORT PICKUP (GIG OR SDU)

FLIGHT INFORMATION: Please provide your airline and flight number, drop-off address, and contact phone number.

Pickup included