RIO DE JANEIRO
The standout days in Rio de Janeiro.
The 13 most popular private drivers tours in Rio de Janeiro. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs each one.
Private Rio airport or cruise transfer with air-conditioned car, name-sign meetups, and flight-tracking for up to four travelers.
Most Popular“Driver was very helpful and informative. We had to wait 1 hr for the service, be we understood as many roads were closed due to the Carnivale, so traffic was very bad. Otherwise very good service.”
A door-to-door private Rio day hitting Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps, historic churches, and Cais do Valongo.
“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…”
Private bilingual Rio transfer with name-sign pickup, flight tracking, and a comfortable ride to your hotel or next stop, up to 3 people.
“Cezar was great!! He was on-time, friendly, and got us there safe. I would totally use this service again!!!”
Private round-trip transfer in Rio with meet-and-greet at GIG/SDU, flat fee pricing, English support, and door-to-door convenience.
“D0 N0T B00K THIS TRIP - it says round trip but entirely FAILED TO DELIVER. Insteead of a return trip to the airport they conveniently 'lost' the details and left us stranded at the hotel. At first we thought they were stuck in traffic then became worried and called the company. But no (conveniently) they…”
Private VIP speedboat day from Rio to Ilha Grande with multiple beach stops, swimming and snorkeling, and a flexible, guided coast-hop.
“Amazing to swim among thousands of exotic fish in warm blue waters. Very nice day at see in a very comfortable boat. Our tourguide, Tatiana, was excellent and shared willingly her vast knowledge of Brazil and everything we passed on the way. Be prepared for a long drive, try to avoid Sundays if possible.”
Walk Rocinha and Vidigal with a local guide plus air-conditioned transfers. Learn history, meet residents, and see Rio viewpoints.
“I loved this tour to the favela and enjoyed our guide Lydia. She took us to great places--especially the viewpoints. I would've given this 5 stars but the ride to the favela for 5 people was very tight--not comfortable. It would have been sufficient if only three people, but five, it was crowded--especially since the…”
Guided Museum of Tomorrow tour in Rio with transport, Calatrava’s space-age building, and quick stops at Mauá Square and Olympic Boulevard.
“My afternoon with Jaqueline was nothing short of extraordinary. She wasn't just a driver; she was a knowledgeable guide, transforming my visit into an immersive experience. With each museum, she shared fascinating insights, painting vivid pictures that brought history to life. I was captivated by her passion for the city and her ability to tailor…”
Private Rio-to-Angra transfer with door-to-door pickup, new insured vehicles, and drivers focused on safety and timing for groups up to 10.
“We booked a month in advance a round trip transfer Rio / ilha large, we had an appointment at the hotel for pick up, after 3 hours waiting, we had to take a taxi so as not to miss the last boat. On the way back, worse still, we were cancelled without explanation the return…”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo through Atlantic Forest for epic Rio views, hotel transfer, and optional summit photos, then pick your beach.
Rio’s samba show with round-trip hotel transfer and optional churrascaria dinner, timed for an easy night out.
Copacabana’s Roxy Dinner Show: Danilo Parah dinner, Bossa Nova, and Aquele Abraço dance with round-trip hotel transfer.
See Rio’s new BioParque conservation center with hotel pickup, a guided tour, and views of 140 species in 51 enclosures.
See a different Rio samba school rehearsal each night with hotel pickup, guided entry, and a front-row feel for Carnival prep.
From Corcovado to Copacabana, and every way to see the city in between.
