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The 10 most popular city tours in Brazil. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
A 7-hour shared group tour that hits São Paulo’s skyline, parks, street art, food spots, and markets with time to shop and photograph.
“An amazing trip with Joseph and Sergio making it unforgettable! Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the city”
Tour Rio Carnival backstage at Samba City, visit Grande Rio’s factory, try authentic costumes, learn samba, and end with a caipirinha.
“This was an amazing tour. Everything you want to know about the Carnival and you even get to try on the costumes and learn to Salsa. I def got my money’s worth”
A 5-hour guided sampler of São Paulo’s highlights, from Jardins and Paulista to Batman’s Alley, Ibirapuera views, and Luz.
“We enjoyed the tour with Mauricio, his knowledge of São Paulo was interesting. We recommend this tour. It’s good value for money. They were on time to pick us up and communication was excellent. The day went very smoothly.”
A private 4-hour São Paulo tour with hotel pickup, a bilingual guide, and a custom route through major sights and local culture.
“Isaac is an excellent guide! Detailed communication right up to the pickup. He is very attentive and accommodating. His knowledge is superb, and his enthusiasm and pride for Brazil and São Paulo are clear in his explanations.”
Private guide and car in Rio for 4–8 hours: Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, plus key viewpoints and neighborhoods, with flexible pacing.
“Wagner was great! He really helped us to see more than just the beaches and normal touristy sites. He has a love for Rio and for sharing places that are close to his heart and soul. Wagner knows EVERYONE and is one of the nicest human beings you will ever be around!”
Half-day São Paulo highlights with Batman Alley, Paulista viewpoints, Ibirapuera, Liberdade, and Estação da Luz. Free-entry stops, AC van.
“Tour was a little longer than expected but very good. Saw many parts of São Paulo. Guide was very informative. He also gave us very good dining suggestions.”
A 5-hour Rio combo tour: Corcovado and Christ, Tijuca Forest, Maracanã and Samba sights, Selarón Steps, and the Cathedral stained-glass windows.
“Nice guide and driver, and the statue is cool, but some things could be better. The pickup was about 15 minutes late with no communication, even though my hotel was the first stop. and the city tour was kind of meh, with a lot of time allocated. Lots of waiting around. Also, at least my…”
A full day in Petrópolis from Rio: palaces, imperial jewels, a Gothic mausoleum, and optional beer tastings on a smooth mountain ride.
“A very nice trip outside Rio, in a small city with a different vibe. It is recomandable to read some details about the history of the city and it's importance.”
Ride Rio’s top sights by hop-on hop-off bus, with music on board and easy access to Copacabana, Sugarloaf, Lapa, and Christ.
“Der Bus eignet sich gut, wenn man sitzen bleibt. Wenn man ihn zum Hop on and off verwendet, ist er mäßig geeignet, denn abgesehen vom ersten Start, kommt er nicht zu den angegebenen Zeiten, was zu großen Wartezeiten führt. Einmal habe ich nach 40 Minuten Warten einen Uber zu meinem nächsten Ziel genommen, was mich…”
A 4-hour Manaus city tour featuring the Amazon Opera House, indigenous-history museum stops, and river views with a bilingual guide.
“The driver and tour guide FRANCISCO MAIA introduces to the several local attractions including the famous Amazonas Opera Theater, the church in front and the square sorrounding the area. Then, the Cathedral area featuring the pictouresque clock and later the Central Market, where Francisco tells local anecdotes, which really help in understanding the Manaus "milieu"…”
