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Private Tour 7-Hours: Rio Best Sights with Airport, Port Pick-ups

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About this activity

Discover the landmarks of Rio on a guided tour, including pickup and drop off at hotels, airports or port in Rio.

Start with a visit to Corcovado Mountain, where you ride to the base of the 38-meter tall statue of Christ the Redeemer. Ride by van to the top or board the train, for a preview of the wonderful landscape. After some time to walk around and take the famous photo, we make the way back down.

Next, head towards the mythical Maracanã football stadium and observe its imposing façade. Continue to the legendary Sambódromo where the annual Carnival parade takes place. Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio, a modern structure influenced by Mayan pyramids. Check out the brightly colored tiles of the world-famous Selarón Steps at Lapa.

Visit Sugar Loaf in the lovely Urca neighborhood and see one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Rio and the world. Take the cable car to the top in two stages.

Take in the most beautiful and panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro to end your tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Gregtur Turismo

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional licensed private tour guide.
Included: VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet services.
Included: Hotel, airport or port pick-up and drop-off. (Within Rio de Janeiro City)
Included: Transport by fully-equipped vehicle.
Included: Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people. Otherwise, the guide drives the vehicle themselves.

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees.
Not included: Meals and drinks.
Not included: Tips. (optional)

Itinerary

Santuario Cristo Redentor

40 min Admission not included

Reaching the Cosme Velho district, you'll take a unique Swiss cogwheel train that climbs the mountain from its base to nearly the summit. The very top is reached by climbing a flight of stairs to arrive at the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue. The view, from this vantage point, with the surrounding Tijuca National Forest spreading below and a circle of mountains closing the horizon at the very back of the Guanabara bay is truly spectacular. After some time to walk around and take photos, we make the way back down.
Stop 2

30 min

From Santa Teresa to Lapa, there is the famous Selaron steps, a stairway decorated with colorful tiles. Known for its energetic bohemian vibe, “Lapa” is the most buzzing area in town day and nighttime.
Arcos da Lapa

Passing by

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

20 min

Walk through Rio’s downtown through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture until Mauá square. The walk passes by historic attractions, lots of bars and restaurants, arriving at Mauá square where all tribes and people get together.
Boulevard Olimpico

10 min

See a different side of Rio in its up-and-coming Porto Maravilha area symbol of the renewed Rio after the Olympics.
Museu do Amanha

10 min Admission not included

Admire the gorgeous cutting-edge museum structure, designed by famous architect Santiago Calatrava.
Painel Etnias

10 min

Mural painted by Eduardo Kobra listed by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest graffiti in the world.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

15 min

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro stands out among the buildings in the Center of the city. Its unique architecture catches the attention of everyone passing by and surprises those who visit it! Its appearance and history are unconventional and make it one of the most curious spots in the wonderful city!
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai

10 min

The Sambodrome is the home to the Rio Carnival, where the parades take place during three nights every year, a concrete structure built specifically for the Carnival. It's an avenue with bleachers on both sides divided into sectors.
Maracana

10 min

The most important Brazilian football temple. Scenery of important Brazilian football classic and facts, like hosting the final matches for the 1950 and 2014 football World Cup and the Olympics final football match in 2014.
Sugarloaf Mountain

one hour Admission not included

We will then go up the Sugarloaf Mountain.

A series of two cable cars will take you to the top of Sugar Loaf. At the top, again some of the most breathtaking views of Rio, this time from a different vantage point than at Corcovado.

After that, tourists may want to enjoy lunch at a very nice “all-you-can-eat buffet” steakhouse restaurant (not included).
Copacabana Beach

Passing by

Pass by Copacabana beach that was inspiration of songs and poetry, and one of the most famous postcards in Brazil. Copacabana is also stage of one of the biggest New Year's Eve in the world, the neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro has a lot of history, cultural life and bohemia.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Motel Comodoro
Shelton Hotel
Pousada Cantinho Da Paz
Meu Recanto
Internacional Airport
Rio de Janeiro Port Terminal
Hotel Emocoes
H Niteroi Hotel
Camboinhas Beach Pousada
Hotel Village Icarai
Niteroi Palace Hotel
Apart - Hotel Camboinhas Inn

and 286 more pickup points

PICK-UP INFORMATION:

Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits.
We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio.
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DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:

Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits.
We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or far from the city of Rio.
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AIRPORT / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Once you have arrived at the airport or seaport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private vehicle.
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HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:

As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk

to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.

Using your ticket

AIRPORT / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Once you have arrived at the airport or seaport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle.

"For TOURS starting at the airport or port, please send us the flight / cruise ship information so that we can track it and be waiting for you at the right time and terminal."

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HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:

As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.

In the very unlikely situation that the client are not able to locate our driver, please call our emergency telephone number below.

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Contacts:

●55 (11) 21571629

●55 (11) 9 9311-9144

●55 (11) 9 4738-2606

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

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Monday Special Deal

Hotel/Airport/Port pickups:8am: Enjoy the exact same private tour experience at a special Monday reduced rate. Available only on Mondays at 8:00am.

Pickup included
PICKUP AT RIO AIRPORTS

FLIGHT INFORMATION : • Provide airline and flight number, drop-off location and contact telephone number.

Pickup included
PICKUP AT RIO PORT (PIER MAUÁ)

CRUISE SHIP INFORMATION : Provide cruise ship name and the estimate time you will be out at the arrivals area ready for pickup. Also cel phone number.

Pickup included
PICKUP AT ANY HOTEL IN RIO

Pickup included