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“Car was very small. One of our three pieces of luggage had to go in the front passenger seat. Legs were cramped. Driver was very nice, helpful and safe.”
A door-to-door private Rio day hitting Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps, historic churches, and Cais do Valongo.
“For us, travel is not a hobby... it’s an obsession. We have taken dozens of private tours throughout the world, but Bruno’s “Unforgettable Rio: Private Day Tour” clearly stands out as the very best experience to date.”
Private bilingual Rio transfer with name-sign pickup, flight tracking, and a comfortable ride to your hotel or next stop, up to 3 people.
“Communicated well via WhatsApp for pickup and reasonably priced for trip from airport.”
Private round-trip transfer in Rio with meet-and-greet at GIG/SDU, flat fee pricing, English support, and door-to-door convenience.
“Pickup from GIG was ontime. Guide found us in the airport. Big bus with only our group. Good communication. Took us back to the airport a little early which was fine.”
Private VIP speedboat day from Rio to Ilha Grande with multiple beach stops, swimming and snorkeling, and a flexible, guided coast-hop.
“This was our favorite adventure in Brasil. Tatiana was a splendid host, explaining the vibe and culture of each island in detail. We were the only people on some beaches so it was a super private experience. Make sure to arrive with an appetite! Tatiana took us to a lovely restaurant with fresh seafood for…”
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.
“Loved this museum! The tour guide was wonderful, taking us to see other things but the star here was the museum- would love to go back because there are so many things to experience - and we were in there for 2 hours!”
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.
“Excellent very good service. The Lord chauffeur excellent attentive and friendly. The boat transport was very good. I'd choose it again.Auto-translated”
Hike Pedra do Telégrafo through Atlantic Forest for epic Rio views, hotel transfer, and optional summit photos, then pick your beach.
“Widok o wschodzie słońca bezcenny i super zdjęcia na skalę...przewodnik Dudu niezastąpiony ..wielkie dzięki”
Rio’s samba show with round-trip hotel transfer and optional churrascaria dinner, timed for an easy night out.
“The pick up as easy to arrange, but traffic was problematic - but it did not interfere with the show. The venue was a nice intro to Samba, but it was on the loud side. The performers were talented and show quite enjoyable. We were seated center stage, a few rows back, and the volume…”
Copacabana’s Roxy Dinner Show: Danilo Parah dinner, Bossa Nova, and Aquele Abraço dance with round-trip hotel transfer.
“Amazing night”
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.
“Ne correspondait pas selon nous à une répétition de carnaval. C’était un concert dans un hall mal sonorisé et bondé. Le show a démarré à Minuit alors qu’on est venu nous récupérer à 20h30. Il. Fallu attendre 45mn dehors pour avoir les tickets d’entrée. La prestation présentait peu d’intérêt (peu de costumes et peu de…”
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.
