RIO DE JANEIRO
The standout days in Rio de Janeiro.
The 14 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.
“We decided we needed an earlier pickup, so caused the operator much grief—not their fault at all. Our driver, Marcelo was kind and one of the best drivers we have ever had. Thanks for a great experience.”
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.
“You cant come to Rio and not see the favela(s)”
Guided Museum of Tomorrow tour in Rio with transport, Calatrava’s space-age building, and quick stops at Mauá Square and Olympic Boulevard.
“Thanks and satisfied with the services, special shoutout to our guide Renato. Happy for the said tour including information and history!”
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.
“Great service, since the transfer Rio de Janeiro / Angra dos Reis, caring driver, quiet in the traffic. Very quiet trip. Arriving in Great Island, continues the great service, great options for tours. It is an unparalleled experience.Auto-translated”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo through Atlantic Forest for epic Rio views, hotel transfer, and optional summit photos, then pick your beach.
“Was great fun! Definitely a hike so be prepared, and a long wait to get photos.”
Rio’s samba show with round-trip hotel transfer and optional churrascaria dinner, timed for an easy night out.
“The show was good but the buffet was not. The meat was overcooked and drink was not included.”
Copacabana’s Roxy Dinner Show: Danilo Parah dinner, Bossa Nova, and Aquele Abraço dance with round-trip hotel transfer.
“Hace mucho frío en el lugar , la cena no es tan buena para el precio que es , las bebidas extremadamente caras , espere mejores vestuarios y bailes típicos de Brasil , hubo partes aburridas , deberían compartir más de la historia de Brasil , y que algunos comentarios se hagan en inglés o…”
See Rio’s new BioParque conservation center with hotel pickup, a guided tour, and views of 140 species in 51 enclosures.
“Organizzazione da parte dell'agenzia pessima poca organizzazione. La guida si è data molto da fare per risolvere alcuni problemi”
See a different Rio samba school rehearsal each night with hotel pickup, guided entry, and a front-row feel for Carnival prep.
“Guide arrivée avec 1h10 de retard Se trompe d’hôtel Ne s’excuse pas École de samba , trop de monde . Pas possible de danser . Très chaud dans le bâtiment . Pas vraiment des répétitions pour le carnaval Devions rester 3 h . Sommes rentrés en uber Très déçu”
A 45-minute sunset helicopter ride over Rio with hotel pickup, flying past Sugarloaf, Copacabana, Maracanã, and Christ the Redeemer.
From Corcovado to Copacabana, and every way to see the city in between.
