Rio de Janeiro Day Trips & Excursions

Day Trips & Excursions in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro is a city in Brazil and a great travel destination with a huge seaside, famous for its Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches. Another stunning thing about the city are the Sprawling Favelas (Shanty Towns), its raucous Carnival Festivals where you get to see flamboyant costumes and samba dancers. Indeed the city is well worth exploring with plenty of things to do and see. To make this happen we have compiled a list of all the best day trips just a few hours from the city that will take you to some of the city's amazing places including Cristo Redentor, Volta Redonda, Petropolis, Pranela Beach, and many more. Festivals come with wine, with Rio de Janeiro wine tasting day trip, you’ll enjoy adventures to explore the wines and wineries of this great city. You can as well move on to go on adventure sightseeing via train on Rio de Janeiro rail tours or spend more than one day outside the city center with multi – day trips from Rio de Janeiro.

To specifically explore more of the seashores and coastlines, you need these Rio de Janeiro shoreline excursions which are prepared to give you a blessed trip to attractions that are located on the shorelines. Do you also know that more fun lies in the numerous available outdoor activities in Rio de Janeiro? These are prepared to make sure you spend more time outside than inside because that is what makes a vacation super interesting. Also, do you want to know more about the culture of the locals living in this coastal region? Get your Rio de Janeiro cultural and theme tours booked and you’ll explore all you need to know about the locals like the dance, music, language, dressing, festivals, tales and lots more. All other tours are for the day, but Rio de Janeiro night tours have been slated for when night falls and the dark sky is visible.

With all the historical and impressive spots to explore in Rio de Janeiro, you should be able to plan your trip well. Here at TripIndicator, we carefully select the most worthwhile tours to help you achieve your ideal vacation. Availing tour options is also very easy because your mouse will do all the work! Read on and find which ones suit you best.

Rio de Janeiro Day Trips & Excursions Price

Private Tour: Rio de Janeiro Eco Tour at Tijuca National Park (6 hours) €103.08
Half-Day Rio de Janeiro Highlights Private Guided Tour (5 hours) €168.92
Private Full-Day Tour of Rio de Janeiro (8 hours) €209.01
Niteroi Private City Tour - Full Day - The art, History and Nature´s city (6 hours) €170.05
Private Tour: Petropolis - The Hidden Gem of Rio de Janeiro (7 to 8 hours) €83.60
Custom Private City Tour in Rio de Janeiro (4 to 6 hours) €127.97
City Tour of Rio de Janeiro with Lunch (8 hours) €162.17
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with Lunch, Corcovado & Sugarloaf (7 to 8 hours) €54.60
Arraial do Cabo One Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro (12 hours) €67.61
Tijuca Peak Hiking Tour in Rio de Janeiro (5 hours) €51.19
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Top Rio de Janeiro Day Trips & Excursions

Private Tour: Rio de Janeiro Eco Tour at Tijuca National Park

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  • Enjoy a full of green city tour, with beautiful views, hiking in the Tijuca Forest and a refreshing waterfall. Your tour includes transport and a professional...Read more
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Half-Day Rio de Janeiro Highlights Private Guided Tour

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  • The best private tour without extending all your time and effort, focusing on what really matters, privately, with professional guide and all the attention you deserve. Have an unforgettable experience on this customizable 5-hour tour focusing on main attractions and...Read more
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Private Full-Day Tour of Rio de Janeiro

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  • This is the best city tour of Rio de Janeiro, which covers as the main and most famous sights of the city. From Corcovado Hill through the Tijuca Forest to the wonders of Sugarloaf Mountain, discover the main attractions including the historical center and other wonders of Rio. Our guides are carefully selected and speak at least 3 idioms....Read more
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Niteroi Private City Tour - Full Day - The art, History and Nature´s city

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  • Niterói is one of the most beautiful tours that can be done during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. The view of the city park, the visit to the museum and all the history involved in the fortress of Santa Cruz are simply marvelous and...Read more
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Private Tour: Petropolis - The Hidden Gem of Rio de Janeiro

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  • Discover and explore Petropolis, the Imperial City, a hidden gem in the State of Rio de Janeiro, in this special private tour. Learn about the history of Brazil and the Royal family, visit the most important historical sites, walk by the streets and feel the enchanted atmosphere of this charming and lovely city. You're gonna be surprised and...Read more
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Custom Private City Tour in Rio de Janeiro

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  • Let me show you my beautiful city , like a real "Carioca" would . Get a private and flexible itinerary on this costumed sightseeing and visit the city's landmarks and highlights, including the Sugar Loaf and Christ, the Redeemer statue at the top of Corcovado Mountain.  Explore with me magical places and get tips about what to do in a save way...Read more
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City Tour of Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

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  • Enjoy a city tour of Rio de Janeiro with a knowledgeable guide. See the main sights and landmarks and discover the best of what this wonderful city has to...Read more
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Full-Day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with Lunch, Corcovado & Sugarloaf

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  • Embark on this full-day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with a guide and visit Rio de Janeiro's top landmarks and highlights.
    We visit to Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue going through the Paineiras route. The 20-minute drive to the base of the statue takes you through the Tijuca Forest and gives you a preview of the landscapes...Read more
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Arraial do Cabo One Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro

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  • Pool blue. Green water. Turquoise. Baby blue. The Arraial do Cabo sea has crayon box colors. In this part of the coast of Rio de Janeiro, we find Caribbean stunt beaches, with white sands and very gentle waves.

    Cape Town Boat Trip -

    Meet one of the most beautiful cities in the lakes region!

    Includes:

    Executive...Read more
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Tijuca Peak Hiking Tour in Rio de Janeiro

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  • Enjoy a wonderful guided hiking adventure at Tijuca National Park. You will drive through the forest and then hike up all the way to the summit of the Tijuca Peak, enjoying breathtaking scenery along the way. Your tour includes a professional guide and...Read more
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Santa Teresa - Ancient Rio

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  • Come to Ancient Rio and Santa Teresa.

    Known for its access with the tram, Santa Teresa is home to the city's artistic, cultural and bohemian atmosphere.

    In this tour we will know about the history of Rio, go up the neighborhood of Santa Teresa using its famous streetcar and we will have the Parque da Ruínas, a public park with an...Read more
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Arraial do Cabo Tour in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

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  • Known as the “Brazilian Caribbean” it is an indispensable place to be visited by tourists who come to know Rio de Janeiro for the first time, it is considered one of the most sought after destinations in Brazil.

    The sea of Arraial do Cabo is breathtaking for anyone, white sand and crystal clear waters with a mixture of turquoise, baby...Read more
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Full Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro

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  • We selected the most classic tour of all of Rio de Janeiro, to be visited in a unique and dynamic itinerary, with the best comfort and safety. With the accompaniment of a local guide It brings the best experiences of our tourists, telling the curiosities and historical facts of the city.

    We work in Excellence with the best tourism...Read more
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Full-Day Arraial do Cabo from Rio de Janeiro with Boat Ride & Lunch

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  • The crystal-clear water in shades of blue and green is waiting for you! We start the pickup very early in the morning, so we we will not miss a thing. As soon as we get in Arraial do Cabo, we go straight to the pier to take the boat and start our trip. We will go through the beautiful beaches with their white sand and beautiful water that are just...Read more
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Rio From the Sea: Guanabara Bay Cruise with Optional Barbecue Lunch

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  • Spend half a day sailing on Guanabara Bay, for the most beautiful views of Rio de Janeiro with Sugar Loaf Mountain towering in the distance. Pass the bay's islands and forts as you cruise the idylic waters. From the water you can see Rio’s downtown, cruise just below planes landing in Santos Dumont Airport, see the Museum of Tomorrow, go under...Read more
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Day Trip to Buzios from Rio de Janeiro with Boat Ride & Lunch

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  • The city of Búzios has evolved from a small fishing village into a touristic place with fine restaurants and boutique stores. The city grew in popularity after French actress Brigitte Bardot visited it in 1964.
    Enjoy a full-day tour to see the best beaches, the charming houses, the little stores and friendly people.
    Take the shared boat...Read more
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Sugar Loaf, Christ Redeemer, Maracanã and Sambodromo - Express Tour

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  • The tour starts with the passengers pick up in their hotels to go visit the Corcovado Hill and Christ the Redeemer statue. The Corcovado hill is located inside the National Park of Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world.

    After contemplating the wonderful panoramic view of the city, we will drive to the legendary Maracanã...Read more
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Day Tour in Arraial do Cabo and Búzios (Brazilian Caribbean)

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  • Super full day tour with above average duration, ideal for large families of up to 7 people or for group of up to 7 friends wishing to share this great experience. Perfect for those who have a lot of energy and desire to get to know the natural beauty of our "Brazilian Caribbean" in a perfect day of integration with nature...Read more
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Private Hidden Gems Tour in Rio: best views of the city including Santa Teresa!

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  • There´s much more to Rio than it meets the eye! This tour will surprise you with our precious hidden gems is absolutely perfect for those on the second day of visit in the wonderful city. Uncover local secrets and see little-known gems with your guide. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to go beyond the typical sights and get an overview...Read more
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Full Day Tour in Rio Janeiro with Lunch

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  • Being in one of the most beautiful and special cities in the world is already a privilege.

    Imagine being here still being able to discover one of the seven wonders of the modern world - Corcovado -, one of the most visited tourist spots in the world and the setting for several films such as Rio - Sugar Loaf Mountain -, vibrating in front of...Read more
from€46.32 from€48.00
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