Rio de Janeiro · RIO DE JANEIRO TOURS
192 tours
Of the 192 rio de janeiro tours covered here, these 15 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and the details that separate them are all below, so you can choose in five minutes and get back to the beach.
See Rio’s top icons in one day: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps, Maracanã, Sambadrome, Cathedral, and Sugarloaf, plus lunch.
“Katrin was wonderful to travel with. We ran late getting off our cruise ship, but she was able to accommodate us. It was a real joy!”
Walk Rocinha with a local guide, starting from Copacabana or Ipanema. Learn daily life, get a safe, respectful perspective, and support community.
“It was incredible journey. The guide Carlos was amazing. He spoke so good english and his stories were fantastic. He was really caring, waited for us when needed and always told, that we are on vacation and don’t need to be in hurry. He had a lot of positive energy and made my day ❤️”
Prebooked official Sugarloaf Cable Car ticket in Rio, with round-trip rides, summit time, and panoramic views over Copacabana and Guanabara Bay.
“I could have printed the voucher myself, but having them do it is a good option for people who don’t have access to a computer”
Visit Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps, Maracanã and Sambódromo, plus an all-you-can-eat Brazilian BBQ if you choose it.
“My guide Joao is excellent with a lot of energy and passion. He gave us a lot of history and info.”
Walk Rio's Rocinha favela with local guides, see daily life, rooftop views, capoeira, and support the community for $35.
“We had a great experience with our guide Roberto, he was very knowledgeable, witty and we felt safe with him.”
Full-day Rio tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande: Blue and Green Lagoons, beach swims, sea-view buffet lunch, expert guides.
“An absolutely amazing day trip! The Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande tour was one of the highlights of our stay in Rio. Crystal-clear turquoise waters, beautiful small islands, and relaxing stops for swimming and snorkeling — exactly as described. Everything was well organized, the transfer was punctual, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The boat was comfortable and not overcrowded, and we had plenty of time to enjoy each stop and take great photos. Excellent value for money. Highly recommended for anyone who loves nature, the ocean, and a relaxing day away from the city! 🌴🌊”
Beginner samba lesson in Ipanema with a carnival queen. Learn basic steps fast, try costumes, and get photos and videos.
“This was great fun. Ranaa the teacher was great and very patient. Even got to wear some costumes from Carnaval. The place was easy to find and it was a very enjoyable hour although my technique needs a lot more work. Highly recommended as part of your Rio trip.”
Sunset sailing in Guanabara Bay from Marina da Glória. Small-group Rio views, caipirinhas, snacks, and time to swim in 3 hours.
“We had such an amazing time. The yacht took us to all areas of the bay, time for pictures in front of sugar loaf, swimming for those who were brave enough. Close up views of the vessels in the bay, planes landing. All accompanied by drinks and snacks. Only 10 people on out cruise so felt very private. One of our highlights of our trip❤️”
4-hour Lapa pub crawl with cachaça tasting, free caipirinha, live samba, Selarón photos, and a nightclub DJ finish. Small groups.
“Excellent tour by lovely people. Would highly recommend, made it fun, interesting and safe!”
Rio highlights in 7 hours, early Christ, Tijuca rainforest at Parque Lage, Cathedral and Municipal Theater, Selaron Steps, plus optional Sugarloaf sunset drop-off.
“I had a really great time on this experience! The driver was excellent—safe, punctual, and professional. But the real highlight was the tour guide—absolutely amazing. They shared fascinating historical facts that really captured my interest, which I appreciated even more than just taking pictures. The tour was efficient, thorough, and engaging from start to finish. I’d definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking to learn something new and have a meaningful time.”
Sunset sail from Urca in Guanabara Bay with open-bar caipirinhas, snacks, and a chance to swim, plus big Rio skyline views.
“I absolutely loved this - and it's a great way to see a different part of Rio. Paola and the team were super nice and fun. Highly recommend!!”
Tandem hang gliding from Pedra Bonita over Rio de Janeiro. Step into the air, enjoy bird-top views, and get recorded video from above.
“The experience was amazing. It's not scary at all. You just run and start flying, there is no feeling of jumping or falling. The view is incredible. I want to do this every day.”
Ride an open-top jeep into Tijuca rainforest, learn Atlantic Forest restoration, then take an easy 1-hour hike with great Rio viewpoints.
“Our guide Jorge was amazing for knowledge and language skills, being fluent in six languages. He was personable and full of information about the plant and animal life. Highly recommend this tour.”
Schooner cruise from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, with snorkel swim stops and lunch, plus hotel transfers.
“Most comfortable trip ever: Luisa is downright a sweetheart who knows whats up. From the coach driver to the ship captain and the staff are extremely nice.. I cannot describe in words how beautiful the whole area is!! I'm very glad I booked this trip. Also would 1000% recommend snorkeling and getting your pics!!”
Half-day small group hike through Tijuca Forest National Park, with waterfalls, caves, old coffee ruins, and hotel pickup in Rio.
“It is a little bit disappointing that we haven’t seen any animals. The whole hike was fine, but not so much interesting to see in the forest. A few waterfalls and a cave didn’t impress, and there are a lot people there. So far Vinnie was ok.”
