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Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio: Imperial Museum & Crystal Palace
Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio: Imperial Museum & Crystal Palace★★★★★★★★★★ 3.97 (103)9hYou visit the Imperial Museum in Dom Pedro II's former summer palace, see the Gothic Cathedral where the royal family is buried, and walk through the Crystal Palace — a glass ballroom built as a gift to Princess Isabel. Lunch is on your own, and you choose between the Santos Dumont aviation museum, Teresa Street shopping, or the Bohemia Brewery for your free time. Hotel pickup and museum entry are included; other attraction tickets are optional and paid separately.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's royal history and the mountain town of Petrópolis without arranging your own transport or buying tickets separately — the guide handles the route and timing, and you decide how much time to spend at each stop based on what interests you most.Free cancellationMost bookedInfants freefromUS$ 95View ›
Rio Botanical Garden & Tijuca Rainforest tour with jeep ride
Rio Botanical Garden & Tijuca Rainforest tour with jeep ride★★★★★★★★★★ 3.85 (68)4h 30mThis four-hour guided tour combines the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden with a jeep ride and easy hike through Tijuca National Park, 10 minutes from downtown. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; the guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French and German. Vista Chinesa viewpoint is not available on weekends or holidays due to forest regulations.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want to reach Vista Chinesa before afternoon crowds gather at the viewpoint, or the afternoon slot if you prefer a later start from your hotel. The jeep ride and short forest walk suit most fitness levels, though the open vehicle and uneven trail mean it's not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries or serious cardiovascular concerns.Free cancellationKids −25%fromUS$ 95View ›
Rio de Janeiro Airport Transfer: Private Minivan up to 11 Passengers
Rio de Janeiro Airport Transfer: Private Minivan up to 11 Passengers★★★★★★★★★★ 3.47 (66)2hYou're picked up by a named driver holding a sign with your name, either inside the airport or at the cruise terminal. The vehicle is air-conditioned, fits up to 11 people, and the driver tracks your flight and waits up to an hour if you're delayed. The price is set in advance, and you avoid the taxi rank entirely.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving with luggage and want to skip the taxi rank entirely—the fixed price and named driver waiting inside the terminal mean you go straight from baggage claim to your hotel without negotiating or wondering if you have the right car.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 120View ›
Diving in Búzios: Catamaran with three stops
Diving in Búzios: Catamaran with three stops★★★★★★★★★★ 3.87 (53)3hA three-hour catamaran tour from Búzios's downtown pier includes three 30-minute diving stops at João Fernandes Beach, Moças Beach (near Ilha Feia), and Tartaruga Beach, where you enter the water to observe marine life in the Coral Park and surrounding reefs. Hotel pickup is included; diving masks and snorkels are available to rent on the boat, and food and drinks can be purchased aboard.Is it for me?Book this shared catamaran if you want a set itinerary with fixed stops at three beaches—you'll dive alongside other guests rather than customize your own route.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −47%fromUS$ 31View ›
Rio Airport to São Paulo: Private Transfer & Flight Tracking
Rio Airport to São Paulo: Private Transfer & Flight Tracking★★★★★★★★★★ 3.67 (27)45mYou're picked up at Rio Airport with flight tracking built in, so delays don't create extra charges. A professional driver takes you directly to your São Paulo hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, with 60 minutes of waiting time and luggage assistance included. No negotiating fares, no long queues, no last-minute scrambling for transport.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling from Rio de Janeiro Airport to São Paulo and want to skip the taxi negotiation and arrive on a fixed price — the flight tracking is what keeps delays from becoming surprises at the curb.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 17.65View ›
São Paulo Airport (GRU) to City: Private Transfer 24/7
São Paulo Airport (GRU) to City: Private Transfer 24/7★★★★★★★★★★ 3.33 (27)25mYou book a private driver before you land, receive your driver's contact 48 hours ahead, and meet them at a confirmed pickup point with no queue or negotiation. The vehicle is air-conditioned, the route avoids traffic, and the price is fixed and includes all taxes. The service runs 24/7, so your arrival time doesn't matter. You're dropped at your hotel with luggage handled and nothing left to arrange.Is it for me?Book this if you land at an odd hour or with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue — the fixed price and 24/7 availability mean you're not negotiating at the curb or paying a premium for a late arrival.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 21View ›
Rio Christ the Redeemer: Minivan Tour with Local Guide
Rio Christ the Redeemer: Minivan Tour with Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 3.46 (24)3hYou’ll ride by minivan through Rio’s lush Tijuca Forest with a local guide before reaching Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado hill. Expect city views from above, time for photos on the steps, and small moments — like grabbing coffee at Paineiras or catching your breath under those open arms — you’ll remember long after the trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −30%fromUS$ 54View ›
Ilha Grande Private Trekking Expedition & Local Guide
Ilha Grande Private Trekking Expedition & Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (22)6dThis is your chance to circle Ilha Grande on foot with local guides who know every trail and story. Walk black-sand beaches, eat homemade Brazilian food in fishing villages, sleep under stars at Parnaioca Beach, and discover hidden waterfalls—all while connecting with island life far beyond the usual tourist spots.Free cancellationfromUS$ 4,995View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea Hike & Rock Climbing
Rio de Janeiro: Pedra da Gávea Hike & Rock Climbing★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (15)8hYou hike 3.5 kilometers uphill through Tijuca forest to the summit of Rio's 842-meter monolith, using ropes on technical climbing sections and stopping at viewpoints along the way. Safety gear, drone photography, and a small-group pace are included; the eight-hour day demands high fitness and proper footwear. You finish with a view of Rio's south and west zones that justifies every step.Is it for me?This is for experienced hikers or fit travelers who want to see Rio from a completely different vantage point and don't mind steep terrain and technical climbing — the difficulty is what keeps the groups small and the experience genuine.Free cancellationfromUS$ 60View ›
Monte Verde Guided Bike Tour with Photos & 4x4 Support
Monte Verde Guided Bike Tour with Photos & 4x4 Support★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (13)2h–4hYou’ll cycle through Monte Verde’s peaceful trails with a friendly guide and pro photographer capturing your best moments. It’s easygoing, scenic, and perfect if you want real memories—not just selfies—plus all gear and support are included.Free cancellationKids −48%fromUS$ 100View ›
Rio de Janeiro: AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard City Tour
Rio de Janeiro: AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard City Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.58 (12)4hYou get picked up from your hotel, ride through the Olympic Boulevard and Museum of Tomorrow district, board the light rail to see the port and Kobra Mural, then spend time inside AquaRio exploring 28 marine environments with 8,000 animals. Entry and transport are included; you return to your hotel at the end.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rio's post-Olympic transformation and the aquarium in one outing without arranging separate transport or buying tickets at the gate — the pickup and entry are what make fitting both into a single day possible.Free cancellationfromUS$ 425View ›
Wild Camping Adventure: Monte Verde to São Francisco Xavier
Wild Camping Adventure: Monte Verde to São Francisco Xavier★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (3)2dYou’ll hike across untouched Atlantic forest between Monte Verde and São Francisco Xavier, camping under the stars with a local guide who knows every hidden corner. If you’re after real adventure and don’t mind muddy boots or early mornings, this is your kind of trip.Free cancellationfromUS$ 200View ›
Angra & Ilha Grande Private Boat Tour: Barbecue and Drinks
Angra & Ilha Grande Private Boat Tour: Barbecue and Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (3)8hA private motorboat tour departing from Angra with hotel pickup, a professional bilingual guide and crew, and eight hours exploring Ilha Grande's islands with stops for snorkeling, swimming and a full barbecue lunch. You choose the boat size (6, 10 or 15 seats) and one of two itineraries—the Paradisiacal Islands route or the Ilha Grande route—and the crew handles navigation while you decide the pace. Drinks, snacks, floating gear and music are all included; tips are optional.Is it for me?Book this if you want to control the pace and the stops—the crew navigates while you decide where to anchor and how long to stay, which works best for groups that want flexibility over a fixed itinerary. The boat size you choose shapes the feel: six seats for an intimate group, ten for a small party, fifteen if you're bringing a larger crew.Instant confirmationfrom · per groupUS$ 1,850View ›
São Paulo Airport to Hotel: Private Car & Fixed Price
São Paulo Airport to Hotel: Private Car & Fixed Price★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (1)35mYou get picked up at GRU airport with a driver holding your name, travel in a private air-conditioned car sized for your group, and arrive at your hotel with the fare already settled. No negotiation, no app, no surprises—just a fixed price and a route that's already planned.Is it for me?Book this if you land tired and want to skip the taxi queue—the driver waits at arrivals with your name, the price is locked before you land, and you arrive at your hotel without negotiating a fare or downloading another app.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 143View ›
AquaRio Rio de Janeiro: South America's largest aquarium
AquaRio Rio de Janeiro: South America's largest aquarium4hYour day includes hotel pickup, entry to AquaRio with a bilingual guide who walks you through the galleries and explains the animals and ecosystems; a stop at Olympic Boulevard to see Kobra's "Mural das Etnias" graffiti work; and hotel drop-off. The guide handles timing and navigation so you move at your own pace without managing logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see AquaRio without navigating entry lines or transport yourself, and you'd like someone who knows the space to point out what makes it worth the time. The guide takes the logistics off your hands so you can focus on the animals and the art.Free cancellationKids −50%fromUS$ 108View ›
Speedboat tour Angra dos Reis: Five island stops with snorkeling
Speedboat tour Angra dos Reis: Five island stops with snorkeling5hA five-hour speedboat tour of Angra dos Reis with a live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese, stopping at Lagoa Azul, two beaches on Ilha Grande, Ilha de Cataguás, and Praia das Flechas. Each stop lasts 20 to 30 minutes for swimming and snorkeling; lunch is a one-hour break at a local restaurant where you can order and pay separately. The boat holds 14 to 34 passengers and departs from meeting points in Ipanema, with the transfer to Angra dos Reis taking roughly two and a half hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to visit five islands with structured stops and snorkeling at each, rather than spending time coordinating multiple outings—the shared speedboat keeps to a set schedule with 20–30 minutes at each location.Free cancellationKids −23%fromUS$ 85View ›
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