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Rio de Janeiro: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps
Rio de Janeiro: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (5,217)8h–9hYou're picked up from your hotel and driven through the Tijuca Forest to Christ the Redeemer, then to viewpoints, the cathedral, museums, and the colorful Selarón Staircase. Lunch at a buffet restaurant is included, as are all entry tickets and the cable car rides up Sugarloaf Mountain. The van and guide stay with you the whole day, and you return to your hotel by evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want Rio's main landmarks—Christ, Sugarloaf, the cathedral, the colorful Selarón Steps—in one organized day without arranging transport, tickets or timing yourself. The fixed schedule and included pickup mean you show up at your hotel and the rest is handled.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 173View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps Full Day
Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps Full Day★★★★★★★★★★ 4.74 (3,374)8hYou get hotel pickup, a professional guide in multiple languages, and a full-day route through Rio's four main sights: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps, Maracanã Stadium, and Sugarloaf Mountain via cable car. Lunch and Sugarloaf entry are optional add-ons, so confirm your package before the tour starts. The whole day runs 8–10 hours depending on crowds and traffic.Is it for me?Right for travelers with one day in Rio who want the main sights without arranging their own transport or tickets. Expect a full day out — the pace is steady and you'll be moving between stops, which is what fits everything in.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 77View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps Day Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Christ, Sugarloaf & Selarón Steps Day Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (2,976)6h–8hYou’ll wind through Rio de Janeiro’s iconic sights—from Christ the Redeemer’s sweeping views to climbing Selarón’s colorful steps—with a local guide leading you every step. Enjoy lunch at a Brazilian buffet and ride up Sugarloaf Mountain for sunset light over Guanabara Bay. Expect laughter, small surprises, and moments you’ll want to hold onto long after you leave.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 75View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Flight & GoPro Video
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Flight & GoPro Video★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (2,232)1h 30mYou’ll meet your instructor at Rio’s flight club for a quick safety check and registration before heading up to the launch ramp by van. After some hands-on training, you’ll soar over Rio de Janeiro’s coastline with your guide—wind in your face and GoPro capturing every moment—before landing softly on the beach below.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 299View ›
Tiradentes: Walking Tour of Alleys, Churches & Local Stories
Tiradentes: Walking Tour of Alleys, Churches & Local Stories★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (2,000)3h 5mYou’ll wander Tiradentes’ winding alleys with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect laughter over old legends, quiet moments in sunlit chapels, and small gifts along the way. You’ll leave knowing which corners to revisit—and maybe feel like you’ve walked through someone else’s memories for a while.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −49%fromUS$ 18.59View ›
São Paulo city tour: Ibirapuera, street art & steakhouse lunch
São Paulo city tour: Ibirapuera, street art & steakhouse lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (1,905)7hA shared group tour of São Paulo covering seven hours of the city's main sights, starting in Brooklin or Itaim Bibi and ending on Paulista Avenue. The tour includes a professional bilingual guide, transport, a guided visit to Dengo Chocolates factory store, lunch at a traditional Brazilian steakhouse with vegetarian options, and stops at Ibirapuera Park, Batman's Alley, the Sé Cathedral, the Municipal Market, and the Monastery of São Bento. You choose your language (English, Spanish, or Portuguese) and start time when you book. Children from age one are welcome; infants sit on an adult's lap.Is it for me?Book the 9:30 Brooklin departure if you want to start early and have the full afternoon free after Paulista Avenue; the 10:00 Itaim start works better if you're staying in that neighborhood or prefer a later pickup. Choose your language at checkout—the guide speaks English, Spanish, or Portuguese fluently throughout the day.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −46%fromUS$ 79View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Yup Star Ferris Wheel 88m with Unlimited Rides
Rio de Janeiro: Yup Star Ferris Wheel 88m with Unlimited Rides★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (1,648)20mYou buy one ticket and ride as many times as you want during your visit, with each lap lasting 20 minutes. The 88-meter wheel offers views of Sugar Loaf, Christ the Redeemer, Guanabara Bay, and the Rio-Niterói Bridge from enclosed cabins. A café and shop are on-site, and the location in Porto Maravilha puts you near the Museum of Tomorrow and AquaRio. Plan your arrival around the park's closing time to fit in multiple rides.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Rio's main landmarks from one vantage point without committing to a fixed schedule — the unlimited-ride model means you can stay as long as you want and ride again if the light changes or you spot something you missed. Plan to arrive early enough to fit in at least two or three rotations before closing time.Free cancellationBest valueKids −33%fromUS$ 11.94View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ Redeemer & Sugarloaf Hill Morning Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Christ Redeemer & Sugarloaf Hill Morning Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (1,594)5hYou’ll start your day gliding past Copacabana’s early buzz before heading up through Tijuca’s cool forest to stand beneath Christ the Redeemer’s open arms. Ride two cable cars to Sugarloaf Mountain for wild views over Rio de Janeiro’s beaches and tangled streets. With hotel pickup and an easygoing local guide included, you’ll feel both swept along and right at home.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 130View ›
Paraty Bay: Boat Tour with Snorkel Mask & Island Beaches
Paraty Bay: Boat Tour with Snorkel Mask & Island Beaches★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (1,436)5hYou’ll float through Paraty Bay’s clear water, try snorkeling with colorful fish, land on quiet beaches reached by fastboat, and snack on sweet local fruit while the crew brews coffee nearby. It’s a mellow day out where small moments—like laughter with your guide or that first jump into warm sea—stick with you long after.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −28%fromUS$ 23View ›
Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Waterfalls & Bat Cave
Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Waterfalls & Bat Cave★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (1,413)5hYou hike through protected rainforest to three waterfalls and Brazil's largest cave system, with views of Christ the Redeemer and the Rio skyline from Vista Chinesa. The guide handles wildlife spotting and history, your phone gets free photos, and the AC vehicle picks you up and drops you back at your hotel. Trails range from 2 to 5 kilometers at a comfortable pace, so plan for a half or full day depending on your fitness and how long you linger at the water.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Rio's rainforest and waterfalls without arranging transport or navigating the park yourself — the small-group format and fixed itinerary mean you're not coordinating logistics, just hiking. Plan for a half to full day out, with 2–5 kilometers of walking at a comfortable pace and some elevation gain, which is what lets you reach the caves and waterfalls most day-trippers miss.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 74View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain Day Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain Day Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.73 (1,271)9hYou're picked up and driven through Tijuca Forest to Christ the Redeemer, then to Dona Marta Lookout for a second city view. You walk the tiled Selarón Steps, visit the Cathedral, eat a buffet lunch, and ride the cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain. A bilingual guide explains the neighborhoods and history as you go. All entry fees and transport are included; you just need to book the pickup time and show up.Is it for me?Book this if you're new to Rio and want the main landmarks without arranging transport, tickets, and timing yourself — the fixed itinerary and included guide handle all of that, leaving you free to look around and ask questions.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 125View ›
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 ›
Rio: Tijuca Forest Hike, Waterfalls & Caves with Small Groups
Rio: Tijuca Forest Hike, Waterfalls & Caves with Small Groups★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (1,132)5hYou hike to a city-view peak, explore a 40-meter cave and waterfall, cool off in the forest pool, and see wildlife like toucans and sloths—all in 4–5 hours with a guide who knows the park and a group small enough that you're not waiting for anyone. Hotel pickup is included, and you choose your departure time. Bring a bathing suit and comfortable hiking shoes.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to hike Rio's rainforest without arranging transport, park tickets, or timing the day themselves—the small group size and fixed schedule mean you move at a human pace and actually see the wildlife and caves instead of rushing between photo spots.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-5%fromUS$ 78View ›
Rio Cooking Class: 9 Dishes & Caipirinhas in Ipanema
Rio Cooking Class: 9 Dishes & Caipirinhas in Ipanema★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (1,120)3h 30mA 3.5-hour cooking class in Ipanema, Rio, where you make nine Brazilian dishes from scratch—cassava sticks, pão de queijo, picanha steak, seafood moqueca, farofa, brigadilho and sides—then drink unlimited caipirinhas you've learned to mix. The instructor tailors cooking tasks to your level, whether you're a novice or experienced; classes run small (up to 5) or larger (up to 10), and you choose after booking. Photos and a recipe ebook arrive the next day.Is it for me?Book the shared class if you want to cook alongside other people and keep the cost down; choose the private option if you'd rather set your own time and customize the menu for your group. The optional market tour adds a morning exploring where Cariocas buy their ingredients, and the liqueur tasting at the end lets you sample six traditional Amazonian spirits if you want to extend the night.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −15%fromUS$ 95View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour with Drinks & Swim
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour with Drinks & Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.85 (1,018)3hYou’ll board a yacht from Marina da Glória for a sunset sailing tour in Rio de Janeiro, gliding past landmarks like Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. Swim off Adão e Eva beach, sip unlimited caipirinhas or sparkling wine, snack freely, and share laughs with your guide and fellow travelers as Rio glows golden around you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 65View ›
Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio: Imperial Museum, Brewery & Lunch
Petrópolis Day Trip from Rio: Imperial Museum, Brewery & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (954)8h–10hYou’ll step into Brazil’s imperial history with a local guide in Petrópolis: walk palace halls where emperors lived, taste fresh beer at Bohemia Brewery, wander lively shopping streets and enjoy a hearty buffet lunch with locals. Expect cool mountain air and small surprises — this day trip from Rio is more than just sightseeing.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 43View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Barbecue
Rio de Janeiro: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Barbecue★★★★★★★★★★ 4.69 (948)8hYou get hotel pickup, a train ride to Christ the Redeemer, a cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain, a Brazilian barbecue lunch, and a guided drive past Rio's most recognizable landmarks — all without arranging tickets, transport or timing yourself. The full-day option with lunch and Sugarloaf takes 8–10 hours; the half-day Christ by Train option is shorter and ends at Selarón Steps.Is it for me?Book this if you want Rio's main landmarks in one day without arranging separate tickets, transport or timing — the fixed itinerary and included pickup handle all of that. The half-day option works if you have limited time; the full-day with lunch and Sugarloaf is best if you want the complete experience and don't mind a longer day.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 102View ›
Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide: 3 Hours
Rocinha Favela Walking Tour with Local Guide: 3 Hours★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (947)3hA 3-hour walking tour of Rocinha, Rio's largest favela, led by a resident guide who explains daily life and the challenges the community faces. Pickup begins at Copacabana Beach at 1:30pm, with stops at Ipanema before arriving at Rocinha around 2:30pm for the walk; the driver then returns you toward your hotel, crossing both beaches. A live guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French, and the tour covers roughly 3km downhill on uneven steps, so comfortable shoes and moderate fitness are essential.Is it for me?A resident guide takes you through daily life in Rocinha as locals actually experience it—answering real questions instead of following a scripted route.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 47View ›
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Cable Car Tour
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Cable Car Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (937)8h–9hYou get hotel pickup, a full day moving through Rio's five major sites (Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, Metropolitan Cathedral, São Bento Monastery), lunch at a steakhouse if you choose the package with tickets included, and a licensed guide who speaks your language. The fixed itinerary and included transport mean you don't spend the morning figuring out buses or cable car queues — you just show up at your hotel and the day unfolds.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want Rio's main sights in one day without arranging your own transport, entry tickets, or timing — the guide and fixed schedule handle all of that, which is what makes five major stops fit into a single afternoon.Free cancellationKids −17%fromUS$ 175View ›
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Sugarloaf Sunset Tour
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Sugarloaf Sunset Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (886)6h–7hYou’ll ride through Rio’s famous beaches, stand beneath Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, wander colorful Selarón Steps with your guide sharing stories, then glide up Sugarloaf Mountain for sunset views over Guanabara Bay. Expect hotel pickup and entry included — plus small surprises along the way that stay with you long after.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 126View ›
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