Tours and Trips in Brazil

Make use of your layover in Rio with this private tour to Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains. Depart from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in a private vehicle with a dedicated guide, who will orient you to Rio's most popular sights. Ride a cable car to the highest point of Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views over the city. Continue to the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain, one of the most-photographed sights in the city. Make it back to the airport on time for your departing flight.

Discover the ecological beaches of Prainha and Grumari, two hidden jewels of Rio de Janeiro, on this 7-hour photography tour. Located in the western part of the city, it's an area of permanent protection and untouched nature. Along with a professional photographer guide, visit Prainha, a favorite of Rio's surfers who fought for its preservation, and Grumari, with its long waterfront beach and Atlantic forest. Then enjoy a variety tasting of Maxicana's homemade cachaça. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Hit the town to experience Rio's nightlife with a local guide on this private 8-hour evening tour. Party with the locals and enjoy the VIP treatment at hot spots like Rio Scenarium and other bars and clubs in Zona Sul, Santa Teresa and Leblon. Entrance fees at each destination are included, and you'll skip the long lines at the entrance. See how the 'Cariocas', or Rio residents, like to party. . . and see if you can keep up. Round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels is included.

Explore Embu das Artes, an artist enclave in a charming town outside of Sao Paulo, during a private 4-hour tour. Follow your local arts guide through the quaint streets lined with galleries and workshops selling works of art and local handicrafts. Stop at Nossa Senhora do Rosário (Our Lady of the Rosary), a well-preserved 17th-century cathedral and the Museu de Arte Sacra (Museum of Sacred Art). Eat lunch at one of the local restaurants (own expense) before returning to Sao Paulo in your private tour vehicle.

Explore the bucolic neighborhood of Santa Teresa and downtown Ancient Rio during this 4-hour private tour. In Ancient Rio, visit sites like the France Brazil House, Arcos da Lapa, Teles Arches and Praça XV. In Santa Teresa, admire the stately mansions from the early 1900s and view the neighborhood's original tram, built in 1897. Learn about the importance of both of these neighborhoods in Rio's past through commentary from your guide. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Trek up Morro da Urca and Pedra Bonita during this private hiking tour from Rio de Janeiro. Watch the bustling city far below you from the tops of these two mountains and marvel at the hang gliders soaring from the peaks. Travel through the Tijuca National Forest, the world's largest urban rainforest. Get your exercise in on these two moderate hikes led by a local hiking guide and learn about the natural surroundings of Rio as you walk. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is provided.

Enjoy the ability to travel at your own pace and the attention of a dedicated guide on this private tour of the Tijuca Forest and the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain. Additionally, get views from Vista Chinesa, visit the Taunay waterfall in the Tijuca Forest, learn about the history of the statue while taking in views from Corcovado. Round-trip private transportation from Rio hotels included.

Tour the 25 miles (40 km) of pristine beaches on Rio's southern coastline with a private guide. During this 4-hour private tour from the city of Rio with up to 4 people, drive through the Tijuca National Forest to reach the stretch of unspoiled beaches south of the city. Spend time with your toes in the sand and the tropical sun on your back. Swim in the turquoise waters and relax on beaches like the isolated Prainha Beach, which is known for surfing. Enjoy the flexibility and customization that comes with a private tour. 

When your cruise ship docks in Santos, discover the beauty and charm of Guarujá Island on a private 5-hour tour. Meet your dedicated driver and guide at the Santos cruise terminal, then explore the city of Santos, including a stop at the Coffee Museum. Board a ferry for the 10-minute ride to Guarujá Island to explore the stunning beaches and scenic viewpoints. Be sure to bring your camera for excellent photo opportunities and your swimsuit for some beach time. Enjoy personal attention and flexibility on this private tour.

Explore Praia de Guarajuba and Praia do Forte with a private guide during this 8-hour tour from Salvador. Visit the gorgeous Praia do Forte, natural pools, a charming fishing village by the sea and a turtle sanctuary. Sit down lunch beachside in Guarajuba, famous for its coconut trees and vibrant blue water. Enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention that comes with booking a private tour.

Visit Rio de Janeiro's postcard landmark, the Christ the Redeemer statue, on this private, 4-hour photography tour. Along with a professional photographer guide, see one of the seven wonders of the world and an important symbol of the city. Cross Tijuca National Park by electric train to reach the top of Corcovado, where the beauty of this imposing monument can be best appreciated. The tour also provides one of the most beautiful views of Rio de Janeiro. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

When your cruise ship docks in Salvador, spend the day exploring the city with a private guide. In Pelourinho, the Historic Center of Salvador de Bahia, walk through the area named world cultural center by UNESCO. Learn about the cultural and historical importance of the area through your local guide's commentary. Board a private vehicle to see other attractions in the area, such as the Bonfim Church and Mont Serrat Fortress. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included. 

Experience the music, dancing and excitement of Salvador's famous Carnival during this 4-hour cultural show. Watch a mass of outrageously costumed professional dancers shake, shimmy and sing to infectious Bahian beats. Listen to live percussion and see maculele, capoeira and Candombl e from your prime seat. Dig in to a traditional Bahian buffet-style dinner before the show and walk away with a better understanding of Bahian culture. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels via air-conditioned coach is included.

Visit the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden on this private, 4-hour photography tour. See the historic park with its diverse flora and fauna, plus the scientific research institute and garden trails. Then along with a professional photographer guide, travel to the historic Parque Lage. Wander through artificial caves, have a picnic and enjoy the natural beauty of the trails that lead to Christ the Redeemer, one of the seven wonders of the world. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Walk through Rio de Janeiro with a professional photographer guide on this 3-hour tour. Avoid trying to take awkward photos of yourself and let your guide document your explorations of this vibrant city. Customize your tour to visit popular locations that interest you, including the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, the district of Lapa, the Theatre District or Maracana Stadium. Get the insider's perspective on the city from your local guide and walk away with 125 digital images of your tour. Round-trip transportation from local Rio hotels is included.

Visit the coffee-producing city of Santos and the beaches in Guarujá on this 8-hour private tour from Sao Paulo. With a dedicated local guide, enjoy the personal attention and flexibility that comes with a private tour. Stop at the Coffee Palace, the Brazilian coffee stock exchange and museum, as well as the Santos Port. Board the ferry for Guarujá to spend the afternoon relaxing on the sugar-soft sand and wading in the warm water. Round-trip transportation by private vehicle is included.

Get acquainted with two of Rio's most famous attractions, Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue, during this private tour. With your own dedicated guide and private executive sedan, travel straight from your hotel to these 2 sites in privacy. Duration of tour and itinerary are flexible; enjoy the personalized attention that comes with a private tour. If you're short on time in Rio, make the most of it with this time-saving option.

Find your own slice of paradise during this private, 10-hour exploration of the marine sanctuary and pristine beaches of Arraial do Cabo. This coastal eden offers visitors numerous opportunities for diving, snorkeling, swimming and marine life spotting. Take a boat ride to observe local populations of Humpback whales, or grab some snorkel or diving gear to discover the marine life below the waves. If beaches are more your speed, the gorgeous white-sands of The Prainhas await. Activities are at your own expense, but the nature is 100% free. A private driver-guide and vehicle, plus round-trip hotel transport, are covered.

Take advantage of a layover in Sao Paulo with this private tour. After the airport (if applicable), you and your guide/driver will visit the city's popular attractions based on your interests such as the soccer stadium, Ibirapuera Park, and more. The tour includes round-trip transportation to/from the airport, if you're on a layover or you can be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Sao Paulo.

Combine visits to the Tijuca Forest and Sugarloaf Mountain on this private tour in Rio de Janeiro. Benefit from your guide's personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this half-day tour, which includes all entrance fees and private round-trip transportation. Ride a cable car up to the top of Sugarloaf Mountains for epic views of the city, then explore the Tijuca Forest, one of the world's largest urban rain forests.