RIO DE JANEIRO
The best of the marvellous city.
The 15 most popular private & custom rio tours in Rio de Janeiro, with prices, run times and who you book through. The ones worth building a day around, and what each actually gets you.
Private Rio city tour with a dedicated guide and private transport. Customize your day, cover Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, and iconic sights.
Most Popular“Knowledgable and friendly. We wouldn’t have seen so many of Rio’s highlights without them. They were very happy to meet our schedule and needs. Would happily recommend.”
Private 30-minute helicopter over Rio de Janeiro with Christ and Sugarloaf. Quick luxury views, airport check-in, and weather-driven route changes.
“Transport arrived at hotel on time (1 hour before scheduled slot) there was some confusion when booking as I had a 9am slot, the app said 9am pickup but after contacting the helicopter company directly they confirmed 8am. Comfortable transport to the base, sign some quick paperwork and offered water/bathrooms etc, then onto helicopter ride,…”
Private Rio transfer with meet-by-name pickup, flight tracking, and an A/C private car to airport or hotel, up to 4.
“The driver was on time to meet us at the airport. We are glad with the service and well recommend. Thank you very much.”
Private half-day Rio tour with a local guide covering Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps, the Cathedral, nature stops, and Sugarloaf drop-off.
“I booked this tour and it was confirmed and the operator never picked us up. Do not book they do not communicate.”
Private 1-day Rio tour for up to 4: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf by cable car, Selaron Steps, and the Cathedral, with a guide and WiFi.
“Pat was amazing. Knew all the places to visit and tailored made the tour for our needs. Truly a wonderful day with her. Highly recommend.”
Private Rio day with a dedicated guide and car: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps, free sights, and history in one smooth route.
“Bruno is an exceptional guide. We saw the key sites and then some, very efficiently. Besides being extremely knowledgeable about Rio and its history, he’s a delightful person. He was born in Rio, moved to the US as a child, and returned to Rio to open a tour business a few years ago. He’s a…”
Watch Rio’s sunrise from Mirante Dona Marta in a private early-morning tour with a great guide, smooth pickup, and views of Christ and Sugarloaf.
“We had an amazing experience. Guide is very helpful and nice. 🇧🇷🤗”
Private Rio highlights with flexible planning for Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, and more, plus air-conditioned transport and a guide who sets your pace.
“My guide Vitor was an excellent person. I actually recommend this tour. He took me to see things that I wanted like the Maracana stadium, Christ of Redeemer. Among other things.”
Private bilingual Rio transfer with a meet-and-greet, flight tracking, and an air-conditioned car. Comfort, timing, and value for up to 3.
“Communicated well via WhatsApp for pickup and reasonably priced for trip from airport. Car was clean and water and snacks were provided”
Private 7-hour Rio highlights with hotel pickup, rainforest train to Christ, Santa Teresa, Selarón Steps, Cathedral, and Sugarloaf cable car.
“What a fantastic trip planned by Patrica and driver Wagner We can only agree with the other reviews this was a perfect day We saved time lots of time very little queuing so worth every single penny Nothing was too much trouble or rushed Thank you very much Paul & Linda”
A full-day Rio private guide and driver with flexible stops from Tijuca forest to beaches, museums, and top viewpoints like Christ and Sugarloaf.
“Our tour guide was Victoria and she understood the assignment! She was on time and had amazing energy. She provided us with a private experience that left us wanting to do it all over again! She is fluent in English German Portuguese and Spanish! She was engaging up to the very end and provided relevant…”
A private Rio second-day plan with amazing viewpoints, a waterfall, monasteries, street art, and The Maze Rio mosaic palace.
“Very good custom made experience. We wanted to change itenary and that was no problem. Nice guide and driver, new car and they made it a great day for us”
A private 6-hour Rio highlights loop with Christ the Redeemer, Lapa steps, downtown sights, and Sugarloaf Mountain.
“Arrived on Valentines Day, and in the middle of Carnival. Busy streets but this experienced team effortlessly navigated the parties and traffic to Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mtn. Due to our docking issues, our delightful Lorraine had to leave, but professionally introduced us to Alex. Alex finished our tour with a drive around…”
A private 7-hour Big Five day in Rio with skip-the-line tickets, lunch in Santa Teresa, and smart stops beyond the usual views.
“Tavi was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and fun. He made a long day very enjoyable and we loved the included lunch. We highly recommend this tour with Tavi.”
Avoid Rio taxi lines with a door-to-door private airport transfer from GIG or SDU, flat fee pricing, English support, 24/7.
“Expensive, but worth it. The drivers know their way around the busy streets of Rio. They were on time, professional, friendly and knowledgeable.”
From Christ the Redeemer and the Sugarloaf cable car to the beaches, the rainforest and the Lapa nights, every way to spend a day in the Cidade Maravilhosa.
