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CULTURE - IMPERIAL CITY OF PETROPOLIS
This full day tour takes you to the mountain area of the state. You will visit the most imperial city of Brazil, Petropolis, while you escape the crowds of Rio and enjoy breathing the fresh air of mountain side. The tour leads you to the cultural history of Brazil and you have a chance to visit the Imperial Museum, admire the gothic architecture of Cathedral Sao Pedro de Alcantara and see the stunning glass Crystal Palace.
OBS*Tour is organized from Monday to Friday* |
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ADVENTURE - RIVER RAFTING
River Rafting is a full day tour which is organized outside of the city of Rio. You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and transferred to the rafting place. The route is approximately 12 kilometers and consist of 15 rapids. The total rafting time is from two to three hours. This tour is recommended for beginners and intermediaries and the difficulty level in normal weather conditions is II/III. The tour included a lunch and a transfer back to your hotel.
OBS*Minumun age 12 and authorization needed from participants less than 18 years old* |
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CULTURE - CAPOEIRA
This three hours tour will lead you to the world of Capoeira, an afro-brazilian fighting dance. Capoeira, which game to Brazil from Angola is a mixture of movements from marcial arts, dance and games. You will assist a show of this beautiful flight-dance and get to know a lot of facts about Capoeira and it´s history.
OBS*Tour is organized on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays only, starting at 5pm* |
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CULTURE - SAMBA SCHOOL REHEARSAL
This tour is your chance to have an inside view on the way how brazilians get ready for the next carnival. All the preparations take basically a year and from August to February you have a chance to participate on the rehearsals of samba schools. The tous is a excellent way to see a bit of this marvellous show even if you are travelling outside of the carnival period and naturally you can try your samba dancing skills as well. Get to know how the city of Rio gets prepared for Carnival!
OBS*Tour is organized from 8pm-12am or 10pm-02am depending on the day* |
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ACTIVE - DIVING ARRAIAL DO CABO
The marine reserve of Arraial do Cabo is considered as best diving spot in the coast of Rio de Janeiro. These turquoise waters of this full day tour are located just two and half hours from the city of Rio. Your day starts with a hotel pick and transfer to the diving site. Professional instructors will take care of the arrangements, provide all the necessary equipment for you, so that you can concentrate on enjoying the underwater life. Here you will see beautiful rock formations, turtles, corals and schools of fish. The diving sites are located inside of a small bay so that you will be protected against swell and winds.
*OBS* Remember to take your license with you*
Possibility for snorkeling or baptism, when previous experience is not needed* |
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Culture - COOKING BRAZILIAN FOOD
Would you like to be able to cook like the brazilians do? This cooking course is your chance to get an introduction to the world of brazilian flavors. You will get receipts, learn the traditions and taste specialities cooked by you. After having taken this course you will be able to prepare brazilian meals at home and feel the tastes that will bring all the unforgettable memories back to you! |
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Adventure - CLIMBING
Make you stay in Rio de Janeiro unforgettable by climbing on one of the famous mountains of Rio de Janeiro. Depending on your experience and physical condition you can choose between the following options:
*Pedra da Gávea - 828m, recommended for more experienced and adventurous climbers. This tour is organized on Sundays and includes a snack.
*Morro da Urca - 215m (Sugar Loaf) Easy obstacles, without much effort.
*Costão de Pão de Açúcar - 410m (Sugar Loaf) Recommended for beginning Alpinists.
*Pedra Bonita - 639m Tour is normally organized on daily basis, takes about three hours and is recommended for beginners.
*Caminho da Onça is a leisurely stroll through the Tijuca Forest. |
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SIGHTSEEING - FOOTBALL AND SAMBA
This tour is a great mixture of Cariocas (a person born in Rio) passion, football and samba! The tour (4 hours) takes you to the worlds biggest football stadium Maracanã. Here you will be a witness of Brazils glorious history in football and experience the museum, a tribute to historic moments such as the presence of Maradona, Beckenbauer, Garrincha, Romário, Zico and Pelé. After football, its a moment for samba. The tour takes you to the Samba town, where you will discover the secrets of samba and preparations for the world famous carnavals. |
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SIGHTSEEING - RIO DE JANEIRO FROM THE AIR - A HELICOPTER TOUR
Take an opportunity to see this marvellous city from the air. During this 11 minutes helicopter flight you will see the Maracanã Stadium, golden beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, the Christ Statue on Corcovado Mountain, Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Rodrigo de Freitas lake. This is your chance to take some of the most spectacular photos of your visit to Rio!
OBS * This tour requieres a minimum number of three passanger* |
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CULTURE - SAMBA NIGHT AT RIO SCENARIUM WITH DINNER
First we will enjoy a typical Brazilian dinner at the Cachaçaria Mangue Seco, where you will also have a presentation of how to make a traditional caipirinha! The meal will consist of "Muqueca", a typical dish from Bahia (fish is cooked in coconut milk and served with side dishes). If you’re not a fan of traditional Brazilian food, you can choose either filet mignon or chicken. Rio Scenarium, which was listed by The Guardian’s as one of the world’s ten best bars is located at the trendy neighborhood of Lapa, the hotspot of the night life. This show house with a special antique touch is a home for a collection of furniture and antiques turned into works of art. At the informal atmospheare of Rio Scenarium you will enjoy some of the most popular traditional Brazilian samba and forró music.
OBS. *The tour includes return transfers from hotels of the southern zone, dinner, admisson fee to the show and a drink.* |
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SIGHTSEEING - CORCOVADO AND SUGAR LOAF
This full day tour takes you to the two most famous landmarks of Rio de Janeiro. You will be picked from your hotel and take to the station of the Corcovado railway station. From there starts a 25 minutes journey through lush forest area all the way up to the Corcovado mountain (3,5km) where you will find the famous statue of Christ the Redeemer. Before returning back to the train you will have time on you own to take pictures and enjoy the breathtaking views over the city. After having visited the Corcovado you will be dropped-off at a restaurant where a delicious lunch (included in the price) is waiting for you. The afternoon starts with a visit to the Botanical Garden after which you will be droven through the central Rio with its colonial style buildings to the Praia Vermelha. From here you can take a cable car ride to the top of the Sugar Loaf Mountain and enjoy the wonderful views over the beaches, mountains and the city. The magical sunset is a perfect ending for a perfect day before returning back to your hotel. |
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CULTURE - HISTORICAL RIO DE JANEIRO
Get to know the historical Rio de Janeiro by foot using the public transportation when needed. You will be picked from your hotel and head to the subway station either by foot or by bus depending on the location of your hotel. Together with local guide you will get an introduction to the Rio de Janeiro of the old days. The first stop will be the monastery of São Bento, a master piece of barroc architecture from the XVIIth century with breathtaking wooden interior covered of gold. Next stop will be a visit to the Candelaria Church and after that we will head to the so called Cultural Corridor with several buildings from the XVII to the XIX centuries and end up to one of the landmarks of Rio, the square of Praca XV Novembro. Passing by the narrow streets of the center we end up arriving at Confeitaria Colombo, the first tea house of Rio, a perfect place for light snack or delicious refreshment in a charming atmospheare of Belle Epoque. Return to the hotel will be done by public trasnportation as well.
OBS * This tour is organized only from Tuesdays to Fridays and the duration is approximately 4 hours * |
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NATURE - TROPICAL ISLANDS
This full day tour takes you to Itacuruça where you will board a schooner and start sailing on the Sepetiba Bay. The extremely beautiful area is home for dolphins, giant king-fishers, parrots, turtles and sting-rays, which can often be seen by tourists as well. On board you will be able to enjoy tropical fruits free of charge and buy drinks from the bar when wished. After having a refreshing swim the schooner will take you to one of the tropical islands where a delicious lunch buffet will be waiting for you. After lunch you can enjoy yourself on the island before returning back to Itacuruça. Return back to your hotel will be done via Barra da Tijuca, a charming residential area with modern buildings and shopping centers. |
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SHOW - BARBEQUE DINNER AND SAMBA SHOW
You will be picked form your hotel and transferred to one of Rios many barbeque restaurants (Churrascaria), where you will be able to taste some of the countrys delicious barbequed meats. The menu will include more than 10 different kinds of meat, chicken and sausages,together with salads and other side dishes, enough to satisfy anyone. After the dinner the night continues at the Plataforma, where you will be able to enjoy a fantastic and colourful show taking you to the cultural past of Brazil. This show is a mixture of Afro-Brazilian dances, samba-schools and carnival dresses. The show starts at 10 p.m and has a duration of approximately 1½ hours, after which you will be transferred back to your hotel.
* The tour includes return transfers, bilingual guide, buffer dinner at barbeque restaurants and entrance to the Plataforma show * |
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SIGHTSEEING/ACTIVE TOUR - RIO DE JANEIRO BY BIKE
See the best of Rio de Janeiro by biking and enjoy the pleasant weather in the meanwhile. This three hour tour takes you to the most beautiful beaches of Rio de Janeiro and the botanical gardens, which you will have a chance to visit by walk (admission not included). You will be picked up from you hotel in the morning and be accompanied by the tour guide and mechanical back up car. A helmet and other necessary equipment will be provided for you at the beginning of the tour. |
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SPORTS - FOOTBALL GAME AT MARACANA
This four day tour consists of the entrance and a return transfers between the hotel and the worlds biggest football stadium Maracana, which has a maximum capacity of 92.000 fans. During the tour you attend a match between two local teams, when you might be accompanied by more than 50.000 fans and certainly feel the passion of brazilians for football. The entrance includes seats in the covered part of the stadium. |
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NATURE - JEEP SAFARI IN TIJUCA RAINFOREST
This half day tour (4 hours) will take you to the Tijuca Atlantic Forest, the largest urban rainforest area in the world. Upon arrival you will have an opportunity to enjoy some particularly lovely views and take pictures at the Vista Chinesa (Chinese View) before continuing on foot using cleare pathways. During this tour you will see beautiful water falls and tropical animals such as monkeys, exotic birds and possibly even sloths. Before returning to the hotel the last stop will be done at the beautiful Pepino Beach where you will might have a chance to watch the hang gliders landing on the beach. |
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ADVENTURE - HANG GLIDING
Pedra Bonita, located in the National Park of Tijuca, is one of the safest and most beautiful hang gliding and paragliding launch platforms in the world. Depending on the weather conditions takeoffs are performed every day and you will land on the beautiful beach of Praia do Pepino, in São Conrado. The tour includes take off on a hang glider with qualified instructor and a return transfer from your hotel to the departure point. Hang gliding is your chance to see Rios beauty from the birds point of view. |
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SIGHTSEEING - FAVELA - TOUR THAT TAKES YOU TO THE SLUMS OF RIO
During the Favela tour you will see the another Rio de Janeiro, which is not shown in the travel brochures or in the post cards. Favela tour will take you the biggest slum of the country, showing you the way how 20% of Rios population lives. The tour is not just about favelas, it gives a whole brand new way to see the society of Brazil and opens a different perspective to see the everyday of people living in these areas. Favela tour is a safe way to see this part of Rio and should be included in the itinerary of each everyone visiting Rio de Janeiro. This is organized by car including walking inside the two favelas Rochinha and Vila Canoas. |
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ADVENTURE - MACUCO RUBBER BOAT ADVENTURE
Macuco Rio will take you to great adventures on the coast of Rio de Janeiro. These special rubber boat tours is an alternative way to experience Rio de Janeiro and enjoy the most complete views of this beautiful city with a lot of cultural and historical facts along with moments of emotion and adventure. You can choose between three different itineraries (duration approximately 2 hours), which will take you around the Bay of Guanabara or all the way to distant islands in front of the mainland, letting you to experience also a part the biodiversity and local marine fauna. Macuco Rio tours are a perfect option for adventure minded travellers willing to see Rio from different perspective. |
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SIGHTSEEING - LUNCH / DINNER CRUISE ON GUANABARA BAY
Pink Fleet is a glamorous way to feel the beauty of the Rio de Janeiro by cruising in the coast line during approximately two hours. You have a chance to choose in between two regular tours, either the candle light dinner tour on Friday evening showing you the thousand lights of Rio or day tour on Saturdays with an option to have lunch on board. Thanks to its strategically designed sightseeing spots on the two decks Pink Fleet guarantees spectacular views for each passenger and due to the high capacity it suits perfectly for bigger groups as well. Pink Fleet is an easy and excellent way to see the beauty of Rio from the sea and in the meanwhile enjoy the fantastic buffet created by the chef on board. |
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