Cultural Tours in Brazil

This short but sight-filled tour of downtown Rio de Janeiro is for travelers who want to see major cultural attractions in the city in one tour. In just a few hours see the baroque Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, visit the Modern Art Museum, climb the tiled Selaron staircase, see the Sambadrome where Rio's Carnival celebrations take place, visit the Maracana soccer stadium, and experience much, much more.

Enrich your knowledge of Rio's art scene with this 4-hour walking tour through neighborhoods featuring the city's vibrant street art. Follow your local art-aficionado guide through a favela, a botanical garden and down many of Rio's streets and alleyways. See expansive murals, surrealist doodling and incomprehensible scribbling, all created in open, public spaces for the enjoyment of urban citizens. End up at an art gallery and bar to see some works from favorite local artists. Transportation is by private vehicle; a small amount of walking is involved.

Explore the mysteries of Candombl e through this cultural tour of Salvador. Over the course of 4 hours with a local guide, visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum which narrates the history of enslaved Africans in Brazil. Go to the Pierre Verger Foundation, the French anthropologist responsible for developing literary and photographic and audio records of the history of slavery. Continue to a Candombl e terreiro (community) and get the opportunity to consult the sacred oracle (optional, extra cost). Walk through the favela to see the urban and cultural development that originated from maroon community, a historical haven for African slaves practicing the Candombl e religion. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Get a glimpse behind the scenes of Carnival during this tour of Cidade do Samba. On this outing, follow your guide on a tour of the Acadêmicos do Grande Rio's warehouse, one of Rio's top samba schools, where they store their outrageous costumes and grandiose parade floats. Toast to your insider's experience with a traditional caipirinha while you learn about the history and culture of the Carnival in Brazil. Brave visitors can even try on a few feathered costumes. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.

Transfer IN/OUT IGU Airport; Accommodation in 3 stars hotel; Visit to the Brazilian side of the Iguaçu Falls, largest set of waterfalls on the planet, with 275 waterfalls; visit to the Bird Park, the largest aviary in the world specializing in macaws; more than 1.100 animals; more than 140 species; 50% rescue birds; 43% born in the park; Argentinean side, you have the closest view of the waterfalls, in tracks over and under them, in the middle of the tropical forest; transportation and guide. Private services with guide accompaniment all time during the transfers and tours.

Salvador has the largest African descendent population out of Africa, and it is preserved, better than any other city, the African culture such as food, music, religion and our way of living. Joining this tour is diving into the Bahian tradition.

See both the historic and modern sides of Rio de Janeiro on this 4-hour walking tour. Visit the harbor, the Museum of Tomorrow, and Kobra's graffiti mural, as well as ride the subway and the electric tram. Round-trip public transport tickets included.

Set in a striking modern structure with the Guanabara Bay as its backdrop, Rio's Museum of Tomorrow is a science museum that focuses on ecology, sustainability and our planet's future. This brand new, ultra-modern museum uses state-of-the-art visuals, simulators and carefully curated exhibitions to reflect on the past, present and future of life and the world. Visitors should note that despite the name, there isn't any technology on display - the Museum of Tomorrow tots itself as "a museum of questions."

Explore the Feira Hippie de Ipanema, a longstanding fair and farmers market in Ipanema, during this tour in Rio. Stroll through the more than 700 stalls containing locally made jewelry, contemporary art and Brazilian folk crafts. Stop by one of the food stalls to try an acaraj e; a croquette, fried in palm oil and filled with spicy shrimp. Practice your bargaining skills with the vendors and engage in friendly conversation with the locals who have flocked to this fair every Sunday since its inception in 1968. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.

Enjoy the traditional city tour in Rio de Janeiro, with pick up from your hotel and taken to the neighborhood of Urca to visit the iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain. Then,  you'll enjoy splendid panoramas of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress and several beaches of Niterói.Completing the tour, visit the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon where we stop for pictures. 

Peruse the Saara Shopping District on this 4-hour guided tour in Rio. This popular destination for locals is one of the most famous open-air street markets in the world and is a great source for handicrafts and souvenirs. Wander the streets and alleys, stopping in stores that sell clothing, accessories, souvenirs, costumes, party supplies and more. Ask your guide if you need help finding something specific or want to know where the best bargains are. Stop and grab a juice or some local delicacy like an açai bowl. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

If you want to relax in the morning and have a very interesting afternoon you can take the subway and meet us for our afternoon walking tour through the Olympic Boulevard, Sea Port area and visit the Museum of Tomorrow.But if you are full of energy and want to have a very pleasant day please check our complete walking tour called "Rio Walking Tour - City Center plus Olympic Boulevard and Museum of Tomorrow"

FD Corcovado Y Pan de Azucar with Lunch (8 hours)Spend a full day soaking up the sights of Rio de Janeiro during a city tour. What´s to see:Begin with a trip to see the Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain, followed by a panoramic visit to the Maracana stadium Sambódromo (Sambadrome), the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Selarón Steps. After lunch at a steakhouse, ride the cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain. and drive up to the Christ the Redeemer Statue - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World - on top of Corcovado Mountain.

Time travel to the future during this flexible-length guided tour and transfer to Rio de Janeiro's brand-new Museum of Tomorrow. Admire the eye-catching design of this 'experimental museum' (the building was designed by 'starchitect' Santiago Calatrava) discovering a range of exhibits covering topics including environmental sustainability, science, art, technology and culture. A range of on-site amenities including gardens, cycling paths and a reflection pool add to the atmosphere. A guide, entrance fee and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Explore Rocinha Favela, the largest favela in Latin America, during this 4-hour guided educational tour. Walk through the local community with your guide to learn about what life is like there. Interact with members of the community, learn about the history of Rocinha and gain a deeper understanding of the economic and political factors that shape Rio society.

Salvador is dazzling in the sky with intense tones, the color of the sea and the countless breathtaking views. On this tour you will discover the city in search of the best places to enjoy a unique landscape.

Half day tour Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer, and Tijuca Forest.Get picked up from your Rio hotel and drive up to the Christ the Redeemer Statue - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World - on top of Corcovado Mountain. The drive is short and beautiful, traveling through the Tijuca Forest before opening up to incredible views of the entire city.

Make the most of your day with our best options.You can start your day being one of the first visitors to reach the Christ the Redeemer statue, a famous landmark in Rio de Janeiro, on top of the Corcovado Hill, without the usual crowd early in the morning.If you want to make it better, you can visit the 2 of the most famous spots in Rio in just one morning just adding to your tour an option to enjoy the stunning views from Sugar Loaf Mountain.You also can complete your city tour adding the Downtown area in the tour. This way you can visit ,in an 8.5-hour sightseeing tour, all of the well known landmarks in Rio de Janeiro.And to make your tour a perfect one and to turn it to Rio's Best Tour you can simply add all tickets and lunch to your option. Your only duty in this case will be enjoying your day!!!

Gain a better understanding of life in the Rocinha favela during a tour with the founder of a local English school. Walk through the neighborhood's streets, meet the locals and learn about what life is like here. Get a window into the favela's vibrant street art scene by visiting a local artist's studio and learn about the Brazilian martial art, capoeira, by stopping by a school. End your tour with a buffet lunch at a local restaurant.

Immerse yourself in local life during this 4-hour educational tour of Rocinha Favela, one of South America's largest urban slums. Through your guide's thoughtful commentary, learn about the social, economic, and political features of this unique neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro.