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Rio Landmarks Tour: Small Group, Early Start
5.0
259 Ratings
Rio de Janeiro
Come enjoy a local experience, exploring Rio de Janeiro’s most beautiful landmarks in a dynamic, flexible way with small groups. Our tour starts around 5:00 am to avoid crowds, lines, and traffic, maximizing your time and making your experience even more comfortable!
Come enjoy a local experience, exploring Rio de Janeiro’s most beautiful landmarks in a dynamic, flexible way with small groups. Our tour starts around 5:00 am to avoid crowds, lines, and traffic, maximizing your time and making your experience even more comfortable!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mirante Dona Marta - Once boarding is complete, the group will proceed to the Dona Marta lookout to experience the sunrise at the base of Corcovado Mountain, with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer - After enjoying a light breakfast, the aim is to be among the first visitors to one of the Seven Wonders of the World:…
- Mirante Dona Marta - Once boarding is complete, the group will proceed to the Dona Marta lookout to experience the sunrise at the base of Corcovado Mountain, with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer - After enjoying a light breakfast, the aim is to be among the first visitors to one of the Seven Wonders of the World: Christ the Redeemer.
- Escadaria Selaron - The final stop will be at one of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular attractions: the renowned Selarón Steps in the city center, surrounded by historic homes, graffiti, and its famous staircase decorated with ceramics from across the globe.
What's Included
- Executive transportation with air conditioning in a small group of up to 6 people
- Accredited trilingual tour guide providing local experiences
- Round-trip transportation from hotels in the South Zone, Downtown, and West Zone. Other locations upon request
- Christ the Redeemer tickets by shuttle
- Small Breakfast
- Executive transportation with air conditioning in a small group of up to 6 people
- Accredited trilingual tour guide providing local experiences
- Round-trip transportation from hotels in the South Zone, Downtown, and West Zone. Other locations upon request
- Christ the Redeemer tickets by shuttle
- Small Breakfast
What's Not Included
- Brunch at Lage Park
- Lunch
- Tips
- Brunch at Lage Park
- Lunch
- Tips
Location
Mirante Dona Marta
Estr. Mirante Dona Marta, S/N, Cosme Velho
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(259 Ratings)
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Quis_c
Feb 21, 2026
You do have to be up... - You do have to be up early. Think 0400. But it's well worth it. The guide not only took us to the places, but he made sure we were able to take pictures and he gave us a brief history lesson on the attractions. The itinerary was adjusted to where we did the Selaron Steps before Christ the Redeemer but that was the best thing to do. We started at the top of the steps and walked down, instead of walking up. I think regardless of the time, especially during Carnaval season, it will be almost impossible to be the crowd at Christ the Redeemer.
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Leslier_b
Feb 17, 2026
Totally book this tour! - A very early start time but so worth getting up! Sunrise crowded with Instagram photographers s be prepared for crowding. After Sunrise your see the steps and Christ the Redeemer before the crowd. Great guide and driver. Plus the benefit of pick up from our hotel.
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Mahaliel_b
Feb 16, 2026
What an amazing review.... - What an amazing review. Besting the crowds made a world of different. Our guide Joanna was efficient and knowledgeable. Would recommend to anyone visiting Rio.
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Daveaj1836wc
Feb 16, 2026
OUTSTANDING TOUR GUIDE - One of the best tours I’ve ever experienced in Brazil! Everything was perfectly organised, they were on time, clear in their communication, and delivered an absolutely unforgettable experience.
Gabriella our tour guide, was outstanding. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, explains everything clearly, and has such a warm, engaging personality. She’s fun, easy to talk to, and brings a relaxed, positive energy to the group. You can genuinely tell she cares about everyone, always making sure we stayed together and felt comfortable.
She also took us to hidden spots away from the crowds, turning what could have been busy, chaotic areas into peaceful and enjoyable moments. I can’t recommend this tour, and Gabriella, highly enough!
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Lovelbi
Jan 16, 2026
Spectacular sunrise tour - Yes,it's an early start but SO worth it.!!!! Get to see the main sites without massive amounts of other people and the hassle of traffic. We were the only ones at the Seralon Steps,it was wonderful taking photos without having others in them or waiting for people to move.
Marco was great and provided the humor throughout the tour.
Don't hesitate booking,you can always sleep when you get home!!
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Justin
Dec 23, 2025
Top Notch Travel with Rio Normal - My experience with Rio Normal was top notch. I found the operator to be very responsive and knowledgeable. They helped me construct an itinerary that was perfect for my family. The guides Marco and Gabriel were knowledgeable, friendly, and fun! They went the extra mile to ensure we saw the best of Rio and had a terrific time. Can’t thank them enough really.
Their prices are very fair and deliver a lot of value.
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726yazidr
Dec 13, 2025
An unforgettable experience in Rio thanks to RioNamoral and Marco! - We had an exceptional experience with RioNamoral. The organization was perfect from start to finish, and above all, we were lucky enough to be accompanied by Marco, undoubtedly the best guide in Rio!
Marco is passionate, warm, extremely professional and knows Rio like his pocket. He shares the city’s history, culture and anecdotes with incredible energy, while putting total confidence in us. Thanks to him, we discovered Rio authentically, far from the tourist clichés.
If you’re looking for a humane, safe and memorable experience in Rio, RioNamoral is the perfect choice, and if you can ask Marco, head out with your eyes closed!
A huge thank you for these unforgettable memories 🙏🇧🇷
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Lashanti_j
Dec 10, 2025
Solo Traveler Not So Alone - Thank You Marco - This experience was truly amazing on its own but what really made it spectacular was my amazing tour guide, Marco!
As a solo traveler in a group with people I don’t know, in a country I’ve never visited, Marco made me feel like I was visiting a friend that was showing me the most interesting things about their country.
I’m grateful for his knowledge and photo skills!
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Annaci940uv
Nov 26, 2025
Bucket list tour - A really fun day out and ticking off 3 of our must do’s on the trip! Our second day with Marco. Picked up on time right outside our hotel, given a packed lunch for the morning and listened to some fun Brazilian music 🤣😍 met 2 solo travellers from LA & India and had such a fun day together! Marco made loads of effort in getting photos of us in all the tourist spots, especially Christ the Redeemer. He’s knowledgeable, fun and friendly and you won’t regret booking your tours with him - thank you! 🙏🏻
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Annasf2441um
Nov 11, 2025
Unforgettable experience - I had an unforgettable trip!!! It was wonderful and super organized, the guide Yasmin was very inquisitive and proactive, told many curiosities during the trips, transforming the tour experience, highly recommend, would do again!
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