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Rio de Janeiro: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps
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Paraty: Private Waterfalls 4x4 Tour & Cachaça Tasting
Paraty: Private Waterfalls 4x4 Tour & Cachaça Tasting★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (284)5h–6hYou’ll ride a 4x4 jeep deep into Paraty’s Atlantic Forest, swim in cool natural pools beneath Pedra Branca and Tobogã waterfalls, sample local cachaça straight from a working distillery, and relax over lunch beside Tarzan Waterfall. Expect laughter with your guide and a few surprises from nature along the way.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 297View ›
São Paulo Airport Drop Off: Private Transfer to Hotel
São Paulo Airport Drop Off: Private Transfer to Hotel★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (181)1hYou're met at Guarulhos arrivals with a nameplate, driven directly to your São Paulo hotel in a private car, and charged a fixed price agreed before landing. No waiting, no negotiation, no surprises on the meter. Infant seats are available if you need them.Is it for me?Worth booking if you land late, travel with luggage and children, or simply want to avoid the taxi queue—the driver waits at arrivals and the price is set before you get in, so the transfer stops being a negotiation at the curb.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 199View ›
Búzios Private Boat Tour: Closed Group, BBQ & Swim Stops
Búzios Private Boat Tour: Closed Group, BBQ & Swim Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (158)4h–7hYou’ll float along Búzios’ quiet bays with your own group aboard Drumond 1, stopping at hidden beaches to swim or just sprawl on a floating rug. Grill lunch right on deck or opt for a custom buffet — either way, salty air mixes with laughter and music as you take in old fishing stories from your local guide. It’s relaxed and real — not rushed or staged.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 419View ›
Guarulhos Airport to São Paulo: Private Transfer with WiFi
Guarulhos Airport to São Paulo: Private Transfer with WiFi★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (134)1hYou’ll step off your flight at Guarulhos Airport and find your driver waiting—no stress or confusion. Enjoy air conditioning, WiFi for quick updates, and a smooth ride into São Paulo’s heart. Local drivers share stories along the way, so your first moments in Brazil already feel connected. There’s something grounding about arriving this way.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 80View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Morro Dois Irmãos Hike & Vidigal Favela Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Morro Dois Irmãos Hike & Vidigal Favela Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (123)4h–5hYou hike 50 minutes to the top of Morro Dois Irmãos, see Rio's largest favela and major landmarks from above, then walk through the Vidigal community with a local guide who explains its history and daily life. The motorcycle taxi ride in and the descent through neighborhood streets bookend the climb. You leave with an HD photo album and a sense of the place that doesn't come from a viewpoint platform.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's famous landmarks from an angle most tourists miss and understand Vidigal as a living community, not a photo stop — the local guide and the walk through the neighborhood are what separate this from a standard viewpoint hike.Free cancellationfromUS$ 59View ›
Rio Historical Walking Tour: Selarón Steps, Cathedral & Lapa
Rio Historical Walking Tour: Selarón Steps, Cathedral & Lapa★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (118)4h–5hA four to five hour walking tour of Rio de Janeiro's historic center, led by a licensed English-speaking guide, covering colonial architecture, cultural landmarks and Afro-Brazilian heritage sites from Cinelândia to the port district. The tour includes access to the VLT train system for some stops and moves at a pace suited to mixed fitness levels; children from age 12 are welcome.Is it for me?Start from Cinelândia in the center without needing a car, and the VLT train handles the longer stretches between neighborhoods—this settles the logistics if you're staying downtown or arriving by public transport and want to see Rio's colonial core and Afro-Brazilian landmarks in one morning or afternoon.Free cancellationfromUS$ 100View ›
Paraty: Private Boat Tour with Custom Route & Snorkeling
Paraty: Private Boat Tour with Custom Route & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (467)5h–6hYou’ll step onto a private boat in Paraty Bay with your own group and local crew, choosing your route as you go. Swim or snorkel off quiet beaches only boats can reach, snack on fresh fruit between stops, and relax however you want — grill on board or try a seaside restaurant. This day is yours to shape alongside people who know these waters by heart.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −42%fromUS$ 150View ›
Rio de Janeiro sunrise tour: Christ the Redeemer before the crowds
Rio de Janeiro sunrise tour: Christ the Redeemer before the crowds★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (268)6hYou’ll watch Rio wake up from Dona Marta Lookout at sunrise, stand almost alone beneath Christ the Redeemer before crowds arrive, and wander through colorful chaos at Selarón Steps with a local guide. Hotel pickup, breakfast, and entry fees are included—just bring curiosity (and maybe an extra coffee).Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −48%fromUS$ 136View ›
Paraty: Private Horseback Riding & Serra da Bocaina Ranch
Paraty: Private Horseback Riding & Serra da Bocaina Ranch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (143)4hYou're picked up from your Paraty hotel and driven 45 minutes into the mountains to a private working ranch at 1,300 meters elevation. After a horsemanship introduction, you ride for 1 hour 45 minutes through the property with a guide who grew up on the land. The experience is reserved for your group alone, includes helmets and water, and returns you to the city center in the late afternoon.Is it for me?This works well if you want a riding experience that feels personal rather than crowded, and if you'd rather have someone who knows the land guide you than follow a standard trail — the private property and small group size are what make that possible.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 115View ›
Rio de Janeiro Airport Transfer: 4 Passengers to Copacabana & Ipanema
Rio de Janeiro Airport Transfer: 4 Passengers to Copacabana & Ipanema★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (141)1h–3hYou get picked up at the airport with a sign, driven in an air-conditioned vehicle to your Copacabana, Ipanema, or Leblon hotel, and arrive with luggage handled and no hidden charges. The driver speaks your language and waits if your flight is late — you just confirm your booking online and show up at arrivals.Is it for me?A good fit if you land in Rio without a car and want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb. The driver waits for flight delays at no extra cost, which is what makes the fixed price reliable — you know exactly what you'll pay before you arrive.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 79View ›

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Santos: Rei do Café Roasting House Tour with Espresso Tasting
Santos: Rei do Café Roasting House Tour with Espresso Tasting★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (213)20mYou’ll step into Santos’ oldest roasting house and see how coffee is roasted, ground, and packed by hand. Smell fresh beans, taste an espresso or popsicle at the counter, and meet locals who’ve kept these traditions alive for generations. Expect laughter, stories, and maybe a new favorite blend you’ll want to bring home.Free cancellationKids −100%fromUS$ 3.99View ›
Arraial do Cabo boat tour: Snorkeling, toboggan, two decks
Arraial do Cabo boat tour: Snorkeling, toboggan, two decks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (353)4h 30mA four-and-a-half-hour boat tour from Porto do Forno in Arraial do Cabo with snorkeling at two bays, a water toboggan, and photo stops at the Meteorite Impact and Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia. The boat has two decks, Wi-Fi, onboard restrooms, and floating platforms; a live Portuguese-speaking guide narrates the route. Fruit and water are provided; snorkel gear and floating vests can be rented separately. The pier boarding fee (R$15, cash only) is paid on arrival.Is it for me?The guide speaks Portuguese, so this tour suits travelers comfortable following commentary in that language. The itinerary shifts with weather and landing permissions, which means the exact stops and their order are not fixed — book this one if you want snorkeling and the toboggan and can roll with changes to the route.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 13.96View ›
Arraial do Cabo: Boat Tour with Open Bar & Beach Landings
Arraial do Cabo: Boat Tour with Open Bar & Beach Landings★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (1,149)4hYou’ll hop between turquoise coves by boat in Arraial do Cabo, step barefoot onto powdery beaches with help from local crew, sip caipirinhas from an open bar, and relax knowing WiFi and cold drinks are always within reach. It’s a day full of small moments that linger long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 13.96View ›
São João del-Rei Walking Tour: Historic Center & Churches
São João del-Rei Walking Tour: Historic Center & Churches★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (515)2h 30mA walking tour of São João del-Rei's historic center led by a Portuguese-speaking guide, covering the city's colonial churches, museums, and landmarks across 2.5 hours. The tour traces the city's formation during the gold rush, its connection to Brazilian independence, and the architectural legacy of the baroque period, with stops at the Basilica Cathedral, the Church of São Francisco, and the Museum of Sacred Art.Is it for me?You get a guide who knows the city's colonial past and the people who shaped it—President Tancredo Neves, the artists, the enslaved workers, the woman who sparked an uprising—so the churches and streets you walk past become a story instead of a sequence of old buildings.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −100%fromUS$ 14.95View ›
Rocinha Favela Walking Tour Rio de Janeiro with Local Guide
Rocinha Favela Walking Tour Rio de Janeiro with Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (246)2hYou ride a moto-taxi to the top of Rocinha, then walk the streets with a local guide who shows you supermarkets, social projects, and the daily routes residents use. You get views of Rio from the hilltop and hear the actual history of Latin America's largest favela, not the stereotype. Bring cash for the taxi, donations, and souvenirs.Is it for me?This tour works if you want to see Rio's largest favela as a real neighborhood, not a cautionary tale — the local guide and the walking pace are what make that possible, and the moto-taxi ride is what gets you to the vantage point where the city makes sense.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 20View ›
São Paulo Downtown: History Walking Tour & Cathedral
São Paulo Downtown: History Walking Tour & Cathedral★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (104)2hYou walk 3 kilometers through downtown São Paulo with a professional guide who's lived here over a decade, visiting the Sé Cathedral, Pátio do Colégio, Teatro Municipal, and ending in the Japanese neighborhood of Liberdade. The tour stays under ten people, covers the city's evolution from a 1554 Jesuit mission to South America's financial capital, and includes stories and context you won't find in standard guidebooks. Small group size and wheelchair accessibility mean the pace stays manageable and inclusive.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand São Paulo's real history—how it grew from a Jesuit mission into a financial powerhouse shaped by waves of immigration—and you'd rather have someone who actually lives here tell that story than walk alone with a generic guidebook. The small group size and Giuliano's decade-long knowledge of the center are what make the difference between seeing buildings and understanding why they matter.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 29View ›
Rio de Janeiro Historical Center: Walking Tour & Architecture
Rio de Janeiro Historical Center: Walking Tour & Architecture★★★★★★★★★★ 4.52 (374)3h–4hYou walk six hours through Rio's colonial core with a licensed guide, hitting the Municipal Theater, Cathedral, Selarón Steps, and Lapa. Lunch and the museum are optional add-ons you pay separately. The pace is steady and the guide handles the history; you just show up and follow.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Rio's colonial past and architecture without rushing, and who don't mind a steady walk. Plan for six hours on your feet—that's what lets the guide actually explain the history instead of just pointing and moving on.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 29View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Two Brothers Mountain Hike & Favela Culture
Rio de Janeiro: Two Brothers Mountain Hike & Favela Culture★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (133)2h–3hYou hike with a local guide up one of Rio's highest comunidades to the Two Brothers peak, choosing sunrise, midday, or sunset. The trail is steep and takes two to three hours; you'll see how the neighborhood sits on the mountainside, stop for local food, and get a view that stretches across the whole city. The guide is someone who knows the place, not just the script.Is it for me?This is for travelers who want to understand Rio beyond the postcard landmarks and don't mind a steep climb to get there. The small groups and local guide are what make it feel like an actual neighborhood, not a performance for tourists.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 30View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Walking Tour & Local Guide
Rio de Janeiro: Favela Santa Marta Walking Tour & Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (380)3h 30mYou walk Santa Marta favela with a local guide who's lived here for years, see the Michael Jackson statue and Guanabara Bay views, visit the residents' association and craft stores, and end at the guide's home for a free drink and a real conversation. Transport and accident insurance are included, and the small-group format means you're not lost in a crowd. Plan for stairs and uneven ground—that's what the neighborhood is—but it's manageable for most fitness levels.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand a Rio neighborhood from someone who actually lives there, not from a script. The stairs and uneven ground are part of the real favela, so plan for a steady pace and good walking shoes—that's what makes the experience genuine instead of staged.Free cancellationfromUS$ 33View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Tour & Community Projects
Rio de Janeiro: Rocinha Favela Tour & Community Projects★★★★★★★★★★ 4.58 (521)3hYou’ll walk Rocinha’s winding lanes with a local guide who knows every shortcut, meet residents crafting jewelry or teaching kids, step onto terraces with sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro, and see firsthand how community projects shape daily life here. Expect honest stories and maybe even leave with a bracelet tied on your wrist—a small reminder of being welcomed in.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 33View ›

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GRU Airport to São Paulo: Private Transfer & English Driver
GRU Airport to São Paulo: Private Transfer & English Driver40m–1h 30mYou land at GRU and find your driver waiting with your name. He tracks your flight so delays don't throw off the timing, handles your luggage, and drives you to your hotel using the fast bus lanes while you sit in air conditioning with bottled water. The price includes tolls and parking, and he speaks English well enough to answer questions about São Paulo. You get his WhatsApp number after booking for direct contact.Is it for me?Book this if you land tired and want someone reliable waiting for you instead of hunting for a taxi or negotiating a price — the fixed rate and flight tracking remove the stress from arrival, and the driver's English means you can ask about the city without a language barrier.Free cancellationNewfrom · per groupUS$ 84View ›
São Paulo Beach Tour: Coffee Museum, Pelé & Guarujá Beach
São Paulo Beach Tour: Coffee Museum, Pelé & Guarujá Beach★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (7)8hYou visit the Coffee Museum and Pelé Museum in Santos, ride the cable car up to a panoramic viewpoint in São Vicente, stop for lunch and drinks at a traditional spot on Porchat Island, then spend the afternoon at Praia da Enseada beach in Guarujá. Transport, entry to both museums and the cable car are included; the eight-hour itinerary means you're back in São Paulo by evening.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see the coast and the history that built São Paulo without renting a car or figuring out buses and timing — the fixed eight-hour schedule gets you through four different places and back to the city before evening.Free cancellationNewfromUS$ 203View ›
Rio Carnival 2027: Sambadrome VIP Box & 10-Hour Parade
Rio Carnival 2027: Sambadrome VIP Box & 10-Hour Parade10hYou arrive at the Sambadrome, take your seat in a reserved VIP box, and watch 10 hours of samba school parades from a clear, comfortable vantage point. Food and drinks are served throughout the night. Round-trip transport from Rio's main areas is included, and you skip the logistics of getting tickets and finding your way through Carnival crowds on your own.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's main Carnival event from a reserved, comfortable seat without arranging tickets, transport, or logistics yourself — the VIP box and included transport are what make a 10-hour night manageable and memorable.Instant confirmationLikely to sell outNewfromUS$ 2,040View ›
Rio Carnival 2027: Sambadrome VIP Box & Samba Parade
Rio Carnival 2027: Sambadrome VIP Box & Samba Parade10hYou get a reserved VIP box at the Sambadrome with a direct view of the samba school parades for the full 10-hour event, food and drinks included throughout, and round-trip transport from your Rio hotel. No need to arrange your own way there or figure out where to eat; you show up and the parade happens in front of you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio Carnival as the actual cultural event rather than as a tourist spectacle, and you'd rather not spend the day arranging transport, finding food, or standing in a crowd — the VIP box and included logistics take all of that off your hands.Instant confirmationLikely to sell outNewfromUS$ 2,834View ›
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