• Escadaria Selaron - Visit the world-renowned Selarón Steps in Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Carioca Aqueduct - Explore the historic Carioca Aqueduct, an 18th-century colonial engineering marvel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, originally built to transport fresh water from the Carioca River.
• Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas - Depending on your hotel location and tour itinerary, visit Santa Teresa’s Ruins Park, a public park with an art gallery built around the ruins of a mansion in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian - The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, also known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro.
• Confeitaria Colombo - Depending on your hotel location and tour itinerary, visit Cafe Colombo, a century-old café known for its large built-in mirrors and classic pastries.
• Praça XV - Visit Praça XV, a public square in the Centro area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Paco Imperial - See the Paço Imperial, a historic 18th-century building in central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, that once served as the residence for colonial governors.
• Boulevard Olimpico - Explore Olympic Boulevard, a grand promenade created for the Olympics featuring murals, museums, and food trucks.
• Painel Etnias - Admire the Kobra Mural, a massive and impressive graffiti mural.
• Museu do Amanha - Visit the Museum of Tomorrow, a science museum designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, located at Pier Maua in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Pedra do Sal - The tour includes a visit to Largo Da Prainha and Pedra do Sal, a historic and religious site in the Saúde neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, originally a quilombo village.
• Cinelandia - Explore Cinelandia, a major public square in central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, known for its beautiful French-style buildings.
• Real Gabinete Portugues Da Leitura - Depending on your hotel location and tour itinerary, visit the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading, a library and cultural institution located on Luís de Camões Street in central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Maracana - See Maracana Stadium, officially known as Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho, a famous football stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro - Visit the Municipal Theatre, an opera house in the Centro district of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, known for its eclectic design inspired by the Paris Opéra.
• Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - Visit the Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, a purpose-built parade area for the Rio Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Sugarloaf Mountain - Sugarloaf Mountain is a peak in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, rising 396 meters above the harbor and resembling the traditional shape of refined loaf sugar.
• Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer - Christ the Redeemer is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, created by French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa.
• Mirante Dona Marta - Visit Dona Marta View Point, a cliffside lookout offering panoramic views of Rio and the Christ the Redeemer statue.
• Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon - Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon is a lagoon in the Lagoa district of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, connected to the Atlantic Ocean by a canal.
• Copacabana Beach - Enjoy the iconic Copacabana Beach, a 2.5-mile stretch of sand with a bustling promenade, food kiosks, and hotels.
• Ipanema Beach - Visit Ipanema Beach, a popular spot for sunbathing, soccer, and volleyball.
• Arpoador beach - Arpoador is a region in Rio de Janeiro, located between Ipanema and Copacabana, known for its scenic views.
• Mirante Do Leblon - At the end of Leblon Beach, visit a scenic mountaintop viewpoint.
• Parque Natural Municipal Dois Irmãos - Dois Cariocas - Sérgio Bernardes e Alfredo Sirkis - Depending on your hotel location and tour itinerary, visit Penhasco Park View Point, a tranquil area with trails and viewpoints offering picturesque vistas.
• Jardim Botanico - The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, located in the Jardim Botânico district, showcases a diverse range of Brazilian and foreign flora across 54 hectares.
• Parque Lage - Parque Enrique Lage is a public park in Rio de Janeiro’s Jardim Botânico neighborhood, situated at the foot of Corcovado.
• Parque Nacional da Tijuca - The Tijuca National Park is an urban national park in the mountains of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Cascatinha Taunay - This 35-meter-high waterfall is located in the Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro.
• Vista Chinesa - Depending on your hotel location and tour itinerary, visit the Vista Chinesa, a belvedere in Rio de Janeiro offering views of the Jardim Botânico area and the Tijuca Forest.
• Pedra do Telegrafo - Visit Telegrafo Rock, known for its low-hanging rocky outcrop that creates the illusion of a dangerous cliff-edge drop.
• Morro Dois Irmaos - Hike the relatively easy trail to the top of Morro Dois Irmãos for panoramic views of Rio’s South area.
• Pedra Bonita - Hike Pedra Bonita mountain, known for its unique geological formation and panoramic vistas.
• Dona Marta - Explore Favela Santa Marta, a favela located in the Botafogo and Laranjeiras areas of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Niteroi - Niterói is a city in southeast Brazil, connected to Rio de Janeiro by a bridge across Guanabara Bay.
• Niterói Contemporary Art Museum - Visit the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum, a landmark in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, designed by Oscar Niemeyer.
• Parque da Cidade - Visit City Park, a hilltop park offering iconic views of Guanabara Bay and surrounding hills, as well as a paragliding launch.
• Barra da Tijuca Beach - Enjoy Barra da Tijuca Beach, a wide stretch of sand with food kiosks and open sea views.
• Parque Natural Municipal da Prainha - Visit Prainha Beach, a secluded half-moon-shaped beach known for its excellent surfing conditions.
• Praia de Grumari - Visit Grumari Beach, located 15 minutes from Barra Da Tijuca, known for its beautiful scenery and lack of public transportation, making it accessible only by car.

• Tour with personal guide service
• Private car for transportation
• Included parking fees

• Food and Drinks

This tour offers the advantage of customizing the itinerary based on your personal interests. Tell me which sights you’d like to explore and we can plan accordingly. Alternatively, if you’d prefer, mention the types of spots you’re drawn to, and I can provide suitable recommendations. Rio is a stunning city, boasting an array of appealing sights, including striking view points, lush rain forests, hiking paths, pristine beaches, architectural marvels, historical sites (since it served as Brazil’s capital for nearly 200 years), vibrant street art, delectable cuisine (even integrating a food tour within the sightseeing journey), among many others. Consider some of these locations as potential additions to your bespoke tour, and accompany me on this incredible experience.

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