Local Tours - Rio de Janeiro
Corcovado & Tijuca Forest (by train)
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We will drive to one of the oldest parts of Rio called Cosme Velho, from where we take the train to the Corcovado mountain with the gigantic statue of Christ the Redeemer (2.300ft above sea level). A modern swiss-made cogwheel rail climbs the mountain from its base at 15meters almost to the summit at 710 meters. The trip up takes 17 minutes approximately, at a maximum speed of 15km/h. The trip down takes 22min, at a speed of 12km/h. Duration: 4 hours Frequency: Daily Price per person: R$ 110,00 |
Tropical Islands (with lunch)
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Our coach will pick you up from your hotels and take the Rio-Santos
road to Itacuruça. There you will board a schooner (locally
known as "saveiros"). A tray of tropical fruits will be served
on board. A bar is also available on the boat. (Beverages are
not included in tour price). The schooner cruises the Sepetiba
Bay, an area rich in natural beauty, where it is common for
passengers to spot the dolphins, giant king-fishers, parrots,
turtles and sting-rays. After stopping for a swim, continue
to the island where a delicious lunch buffet will be served.
After lunch, there will still be time to explore the island
before returning to Itacuruça. The coach returns via Barra,
a charming residential area of Rio, America's Avenue and its
modern shopping centers and buildings, Ayrton Senna Avenue and
Sernambetiba Avenue, where exciting night life resides. Duration: 8 hours Price per person: R$ 145,00 |
Guanabara Bay
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On 1st January, 1502, a Portuguese squad, commanded by Gonçalves,
discovered the Guanabara Bay and, judging to be a great river,
and being January, he gave it the name of Rio de Janeiro. Guanabara
Bay is the largest bay in the world based on volume of water,
has several islands such as the Governor's Island, Fundão and
Snakes Island. In the west, you will see Rio de Janeiro, and
facing east - the municipal district of Niteroi. A city vision
is discovered as you leave "Marina da Gloria" by saveiro (schooner),
neighborhoods of Botafogo, Flamengo, Urca, Sugar Loaf, Fort
São Joao, Flagstone Island, Santa Cruz Fortress, Rio-Niteroi
Bridge and more. Inclusions: • Roundtrip Transportation Duration: 4 hours Price per person: R$ 95,00 |
Historical Tour
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This is an unusual walking tour which gives the visitor a feeling
for the legends and stories woven around the narrow streets
and old historical buildings of downtown Rio. The walk includes
a visit to many interesting points, such as the São Bento Monastery,
Candelaria (the candle-makers), Praça XV, the "Travessa do Mercado",
Imperial Palace, the cultural center located in the beautifully-restored
Banco do Brasil, the Casa França-Brasil, Ouvidor (the listeners)
Street and Gonçalves Dias Street with the traditional Colombo
Coffee Shop. The walk continues on down Uruguaiana Street, Carioca
Square up to the Metropolitan Cathedral where passengers will
meet the transportation that will take them back to their hotels.
Duration: 4 hours Price per person: R$ 85,00 |
Helicopter tour
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This is a rare opportunity for the visitor to view Rio de Janeiro
from the air! See the city nestled against the backdrop of powerful
granite mountains and the Atlantic Ocean twinkling at their
feet. Duration: 10 minutes Price per person: R$ 300,00 |
Tour Pink Fleet
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After hotel pick ups are complete, we will travel to Marina
da Glória where passengers will board the boat from its exclusive
Pier. This unique boat is a combination of glamor, comfort and
safety. It is also equipped with the most advanced nautical
technology. Duration: 3 hours Price per person: R$ 165,00 |
Lapa Rio Scenarium Show + dinner
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Let us introduce you to the neighborhood of Lapa. This trendy
area is located in the heart of the city center. Rio Scenarium
, an old and charming space, is an eclectic mixture of antique
shop and show house. This three-floor house is home to a collection
of furniture and antiques turned into a works of art. It now
serves as a place of delightful food and music. Duration: 06 hours (dinner included) Price per person: R$ 255,00 |
Rio by night: samba show with
dinner
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Rio nights are electric. Feel the energy in the air… your
heart beats faster…music and fun are key ingredients of
Rio’s exciting nightlife! This atmosphere is brought to
life at Plataforma’s nightly Carnaval Parade! Duration: 06 hours (dinner included) Price per person: R$ 220,00 |