Local Tours

The crew will start with brief information about the tourist spots heading for the mouth of the Guanabara Bay. We go past the Glória Church, W.W. II fallen’s memorial, MAM, Santos Dumont Airport, Statue of Christ the Redeemer, Flamengo Park, Botafogo Small Bay, Urca and Sugar Loaf. As we leave the Bay behind we go past the São João Fortress, Laje Fortress and Santa Cruz Fortress. Soon after we go by the Leme’s seafront, Copacabana Beach and Arpoador. From Ipanema we go on towards the Cagarras Archipelago where at certain times of the year it is usual to sight sea species such as dolphins, turtles and with a bit more of luck even whales – which take this way as part of their migratory route.

Duration: 3 hrs

Everyday

Price per person: USD 90 - Minimum of 6 people

The statue of Christ, the Redeemer is one of the main symbols of Brazil. A privileged panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro is offered from the belvedere. We will drive to one of the older 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 15 meters 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 hrs

Everyday

Price per person: USD 50

Visit the world famous Sugar Loaf Mountain, from where one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the city can be seen. Take the two stage car up to the top of Sugar Loaf (270m), which grants the entrance to Rio's harbor and Guanabara Bay. The Italian made cable car holds 80 passengers and each of the two stages takes two minutes. The first stage is Morro da Urca with 170m, with a restaurant, amphitheatre and helicopter-point. The second stage goes on the Sugar Loaf itself, thus named for its resemblance to the loaves of sugar used by the Portuguese at the time of the city's discovery.

Duration: 4 hrs

Everyday

Price per person: USD 52

This city is located in the Serra dos Orgaos, only one hour from Rio de Janeiro. There we will visit the Imperial Museum,old summer residence of the imperial family during the 19thCentury. We will be able to see a fabulous collection of art objects and jewels, including the famous Imperial Crown. During our stay in Petropolis, we will visit the Crystal Palace and the Sao Pedro de Alcantara Neogothic Cathedral.

Duration: 6 hrs

Day: Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday

Price per person: USD 50 - Minimum of 10 people.

We will leave our hotel at 8:00 and after approximately one hour trip, the bus arrives in Itacuruçá where a schooner will depart for a cruise around Rio's Tropical Islands. White sands, palms and clear water forms a bit of this paradise inviting you to relax and enjoy. Known for being one of the best places for diving and fishing in Brazil. And if you are lucky you may also see a few dolphins having fun on the waters. Lunch will be in a privet Island were you will find also, a few interesting birds and animals. Lunch is included. 

Duration: 8 hrs

Everyday

Price per person: USD 85 - Minimum of 10 people.

What about an external view from Rio, straight from the ocean? Have you tried this focus you will be on a boat on the surface of the third biggest bay of the world in water volume, with 413 Km2 of area and a range of 33 Km. Besides, there are 84 islands of all kinds and all sizes, for instance, Governador Island, Fundão Island e Snake Island.
On the left side, you have Rio de Janeiro. On the right side, you have Niterói city. The boat leaves from Marina da Gloria. The history behind each sightseeing will be told by the tour guide.

Duration: 4 hrs

Day: Tuesday to Sunday

Price per person: USD 40 

Jeep Tour was created in 1992 to take participants of the ECO92 to visit the largest urban forest in the world - The Tijuca Rain Forest. From there on, Jeep Tour continues showing and teaching the possibility of having tourism together with nature preservation. Take a look on the contrast between luxurious condos and the slams, inside the same neighborhood. Then breathe the air that comes straight from the Atlantic Forest.

Duration: 4 hrs

Everyday

Price per person: USD 50

After dinning in a typical Brazilian barbecue restaurant with a great variety of meats, and a salad buffet, we head to the most famous samba show in Rio - an unforgettable show of Brazilian Samba and folklore, with beautiful "mulata" girls. The audience will be transported to the magical world of Brazilian carnival with the sound of exotic percussion instruments.

Duration: 6 hours (dinner included)

Everyday

Price per person: USD 100

Take a walk through the past of Rio de Janeiro to feel the legends and stories woven around the narrow streets and ancient 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 centre 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

Day: Tuesday to Friday

Price per person: USD 40