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The full list of day trips and activities in Rio de Janeiro. Fun family experiences, group or individual tours to Rio de Janeiro with an accurate description, real reviews and pictures.
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Best of Rio in One Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Local Lunch
Duration: 8 hours
Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro in just one day with a complete, well-organized itinerary designed to provide comfort from start to finish. Visit iconic landmarks such as Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain with tickets included, without worrying about the planning.
The experience includes structured transportation, highly rated tour guides, and a lunch stop at a carefully selected restaurant, offering a relaxing break during the tour.
Perfect for those who want to explore the city’s main highlights with ease, safety, and a well-balanced experience, making the most of each stop without feeling rushed.
$169.9*Per person
Full Day in Rio Christ Sugarloaf Selaron and Barbecue Lunch
Duration: 8 hours
Experience a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro, visiting all the city’s must-see attractions in a single day!
See the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain, enjoy breathtaking views from Sugarloaf Mountain (option with or without ticket included), admire the vibrant colors of the Selaron Steps, and take an external tour of the legendary Maracana Stadium. Pass by the world-famous Sambadrome without stopping and marvel at the stunning Metropolitan Cathedral.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional Brazilian steakhouse (option with and without lunch included. Drinks are not included). The tour also includes hotel pickup and drop-off and the guidance of a professional, multilingual tour guide to ensure a seamless and unforgettable experience.
$74*Per person
Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included
Duration: 8 hours
Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro in a full-day tour that combines convenience, comfort, and expert guidance. This experience includes lunch, admission tickets, and transportation for a seamless exploration of the Marvelous City
Visit top attractions such as the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf Mountain, along with other must-see landmarks that showcase Rio’s unique beauty and culture.
Highlights of this tour include:
- Exploring Rio without stress on a thoughtfully planned, full-day sightseeing adventure.
- Perfect for first-time visitors to get their bearings while uncovering the city’s most famous sights.
- Covering more landmarks in less time with efficient air-conditioned transport.
- Gaining personalized recommendations from your guide to enhance the rest of your stay in Rio.
Whether you're marveling at breathtaking views, learning about Rio’s rich history, or discovering hidden gems, this tour is designed to ensure an unforgettable experience.
$75*Per person
Hang gliding Hang gliding Experience Rotorfly
Duration: Flexible
We fly every day with great joy and care, as if it were always the first time, so we enjoy each flight with the same enthusiasm and
superior quality in the images offered.
$271.27*Per person
Rio: Christ the Redeemer Official Ticket by Cog Train
Duration: a few seconds
Secure your Corcovado Official Train Ticket early for a close-up look at Christ the Redeemer, a Modern World Wonder. Journey through lush urban forest and savor Rio de Janeiro's breathtaking vistas.
$34.18*Per person
Entrance to the Giant Roda of Rio de Janeiro
Duration: 20 minutes
This is the first Ferris Wheel in Latin America, 88 meters high and offering the most breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro. From the top you have an incredible view of the Rio de Janeiro landscape, being able to contemplate famous sights such as the Sugar Loaf, Christ the Redeemer, the Central do Brasil Clock, the Guanabara Bay, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, the Samba City, the Museum of Tomorrow and much more!
$10.84*Per person
The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill
Duration: 5 hours
Enjoy a small-group tour to visit the most iconics landmarks in Rio de Janeiro. First visit the Christ the Redeemer statue and then ride the cable car up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain to enjoy breathtaking views. Your tour includes transport, a professional tour guide and all entrance fees.
If you prefer to enjoy your morning relaxing in the Hotel, or at the beach, check our option for the afternoon tour.
$129.5*Per person
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Enjoy a walking tour at the Rocinha Favela in Rio, the largest favela of Brazil, and learn about life in the city’s famous shanty towns. Take a respectful tour with a favela resident, meet the locals, experience their lives away from stereotypes.
$37*Per person
Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves
Duration: 5 hours - a minute
Skip the gridlocked city traffic and the crowded tour buses. Just 40 minutes from Rio's famous beaches lies a protected UNESCO World Heritage wilderness where the dense jungle canopy blocks out the city chaos.
This is a paced, small-group journey designed to show you Rio’s wild side without the crowds.
- Experience raw power: Stand at the base of Cascatinha Taunay - a roaring 115-foot cascade and the tallest waterfall in the park (no swimming allowed).
- Explore a National Record: Venture inside the historic Bat Grotto, the largest gneiss cave formation in Brazil.
- Postcard views with no crowds - Get sweeping, frame-perfect views of Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana, Ipanema & Rio skyline.
- No experience needed: hike 1.2–3.1 miles (2–5 km) on safe, shaded trails at a comfortable, relaxed group pace, suitable for most fitness levels.
- Includes round-trip transfer in a comfortable AC vehicle. Group sizes strictly capped for an intimate experience.
$70.58*Per person
Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Tour with a Local Guide
Duration: 2 hours - 3 hours
Experience Rio's favela culture on a guided walking tour of the Santa Marta favela. Visit your guide's house for drinks, be taken to craft shops, and discover some social projects.
$31.33*Per person
A Day in Rio - City Tour
Duration: 9 hours
We selected the main tourist spots in Rio de Janeiro to be visited in a unique and dynamic itinerary, with comfort and safety. In addition, we offer the accompaniment of a local guide that maximizes the experience of our tourists telling the curiosities and historical facts of the city.
We work with the best tourism professionals and excellent suppliers, so that we can provide an exclusive experience to our customers.
$113.57*Per person
Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls
Duration: 5 hours - a minute
Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest: Hike to Peaks, Caves & Waterfalls
Escape the beaches and discover Rio’s wild side. Hike to a stunning summit with panoramic views, explore hidden caves and cool off under a natural waterfall in one of the largest urban rainforests on Earth. Our certified local guides share the forest’s stories and help you spot toucans, monkeys, sloths and coatis (frequently seen, though never guaranteed).
Choose your experience:
Group Tour: For travelers who want to earn some of the best views around! This wonderfully rewarding hike features a few steady climbs that lead you straight to a magical peak, hidden caves, and a refreshing waterfall finish. Join a friendly group of global adventurers led by an expert local guide.
Private Tour: Traveling with kids or older family members, or want more challenge? Your guide adapts the route, pace and difficulty to your group, from an easy nature walk to a full summit hike. Choose your pickup time and location.
$70.49*Per person
Cooking Class in Rio with 9 Recipes & Unlimited Caipirinhas
Duration: 4 hours - a minute
Wander into our Ipanema hideout and let the culinary capers begin.
Whether you're a kitchen newbie or a seasoned foodie warrior, our class is the perfect mix of fun, learning, and outright delicious mayhem.
You'll be laughing, cooking, and maybe even dancing—it's Rio, after all. By the end, you'll have not just a feast, but a night to remember.
Our instructors are chosen on their friendliness, fluency in English, ability to entertain and interact with all participants as well as of course their cooking expertise.
Whether you are a novice or an expert in the culinary skills, your instructor cater your cooking tasks to fit your level, so everyone learns a few kitchen hacks.
Preferred smaller classes (up to 5 participants) or larger classes (up to 10)? Let us know after you book and we will let you know what days we have a class that fits your style.
$85.5*Per person
Rio de Janeiro Sunset Sailing Tour with Drinks
Duration: 3 hours
Travelers can experience Rio de Janeiro’s sunset from a premium sailing yacht on Guanabara Bay. The cruise passes historic fortresses and the Museum of Contemporary Art, offering panoramic views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. Guests enjoy a swim stop at Adão e Eva beach and relax with unlimited caipirinhas, sparkling wine, beer, soft drinks, and a generous selection of snacks and finger foods. This intimate 3-hour cruise is limited to 14 passengers for an exclusive, personal setting.
$65*Per person
3 Hour Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Duration: 2 hours
Visiting the Rocinha favela, one of Rio's hundreds of "favelas" (the Brazilian term for a slum or shantytown) and the largest in the country, is a local experience that gives you the chance to see Brazil from another point of view. With a resident guide, take a non-intrusive walking tour to learn about daily life in the favela and gain insight into the challenges these communities face.
When your tour is finished our driver will be heading back to Copacabana neighborhood crossing the beaches of Leblon and Ipanema, therefore you must inform our tour guide where you are staying so we can make sure you are dropped off as close as possible to your hotel.
Duration of our tour including pickup and drop off is around 3 hours.
Attractions:Rocinha
$42.53*Per person
Rio’s Best_Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Selaron, Cathedral and more
Duration: 9 hours
Join the best day tour in Rio visiting the most iconic attractions. The itinerary begins visiting the Corcovado Hill, a Modern World Wonder - The Christ the Redeemer Statue. After that we will head to the Sugarloaf Mountain Complex to take the cable car ascenting and see the amazing views followed by lunch than a Downtown visit, stoping at the Metropolitan Cathedral and the colorful Selarón Steps.
$174.5*Per person
Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue
Duration: 8 hours
Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro in a single day! Begin with a scenic train ride up Corcovado Mountain to visit Christ the Redeemer, followed by an external view of Maracanã Stadium and a drive-by past the world-famous Sambadrome without stopping. Continue to explore the Metropolitan Cathedral and the colorful Selarón Steps. For those choosing the “Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch” option, enjoy a delicious Brazilian steakhouse lunch and a cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain. Roundtrip transportation for all tours.
The Half Day Tour: Christ by Train is perfect for travelers with limited time, offering a comfortable and secure way to experience Rio’s highlights: Christ the Redeemer, Maracanã Stadium (external), Sambadrome (drive-by), Metropolitan Cathedral, and Selarón Steps.
The Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch tour includes all of the above, plus a Brazilian barbecue lunch and a visit to Sugarloaf Mountain, ideal for a full-day immersion in Rio’s most iconic landmarks.
$102*Per person
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Duration: 8 hours - 10 hours
Trip to Petropolis with transfer included. Discover the Imperial City with the No. 1 agency in Rio, without intermediaries.
Discover Petrópolis and discover how this small city became the Capital of the Empire of Brazil. A picturesque place, full of history and culture.
With its pleasant climate and beautiful architecture, the city was for many years the home of Dom Pedro II, Emperor of Brazil, being present at the most important moments of our country.
An exciting tour that will make you relive the history of Imperial Brazil.
$38.91*Per person
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Sugarloaf Sunset
Duration: 6 hours
Spend an amazing afternoon visiting the best of Rio: Christ The Redeemer, Metropolitan Cathedral, Selaron Steps, and finish by watching the sunset at the Sugarloaf Mountain. Includes roundtrip transportation.
$110.62*Per person
Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide
Duration: 3 hours
Discover the authentic Rio de Janeiro on a non-intrusive and respectful walking tour of a favela. Learn about the lives of the people and how to help break the cycle of violence through education.
$33.3*Per person
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