This is an opportunity to get to know Barra da Tijuca, one of the largest and most beautiful neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro, and venue of the major events during the Olympic Games.

Barra is well known for its beaches, its many lakes and rivers, and its lifestyle. A mix of modernity, sustainability and nature create this amazing place.

You will experience a contemplative sightseeing along the shore of the beaches of Barra da Tijuca and Recreio. Passing through the largest and most luxurious malls in the city. Also home for important cultural attractions such as Music City, Pontal Museum and Museum of CBF (Museum of the Brazilian Football Squad).

Why you should go

Explore the views of Guanabara Bay, the largest bay in the world.

Highlights

● Schooner Tour on Guanabara Bay

● A Different Sight from the Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer and Surrounding Neighborhoods

● Exclusions: Food & Beverages and Optional Gratuities

Why you should go

See both the world-famous Christ the Redeemer statue at the top of Corcovado Mountain and the Sugarloaf Mountain!

Highlights

● Enjoy a panoramic city tour of downtown Rio, including the Metropolitan Cathedral and more

● Ride a cable car to Morro de Urca (Urca Hill) and Sugarloaf Mountain

● Enjoy breathtaking views from Corcovado Mountain

● Ride a train through the lush Tijuca Rainforest and visit the famous Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio

● GPS-Triggered commentary in Portuguese, English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin and Russian

● Interesting look into the History of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil itself, from its discovery all the way to modern days

● Exclusions: Beverages and Optional Gratuities

Why you should go

Walk Through Santa Teresa's streets to see the Selarón Steps, the Ruins Park, the bars and the cobbled hills.

Highlights

● Ruins Park

● Selarón Steps

● Random Artist Exhibitions

● Engaging Architecture

● Casual Vibe

● Bohemian Aura

Why you should go

Contemplate the historical Botanical Garden and get surrounded by a huge variety of brazilian and foreign flora.

Highlights

● The area was defined by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve area

● Fountain of the Muses and the avenue of Royal Palms

● Victoria Lillies in the Frei Leandro Pond

● Old Gunpowder Factory

● Japanese Garden

● Many Sculptures and Fountains

● Variety of birds and monkeys

● Great historical, cultural, scientific and landscaping importance

Why you should go

Learn the history of the buildings of downtown Rio on this unique half-day walking tour.

Highlights

● Discover the Highlights of downtown Rio on foot including São Bento Monastery, the "Travessa do Mercado", and the House France-Brazil

● Explore the Portuguese colonial heart of the city, Praça XV

● Walk down Uruguaiana Street, Carioca Square and up to Metropolitan Cathedral

Have the time of your life in tropical Rio, with a rainforest tour and ride up the Christ the Redeemer statue

Highlights

● Visit the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon

● Ride a train through the lush greenery of the Tijuca Rainforest

● Ascend to the top of Corcovado Mountain for incredible views and the Christ the Redeemer statue

● GPS-Triggered commentary in Portuguese, English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin and Russian

● Get the insider's look into Rio's Lifestyle

Why you should go

Petropolis is the perfect side trip for those who wish to know a bit more about Brazilian history and the imperial times. Located between the forested hills of the Serra dos Órgãos, Petrópolis, the imperial city is a very well known winter holiday spot. Besides the appealing weather and exquisite landscape, the main attraction is the Summer Palace of the second Brazilian emperor, which is now the Imperial Museum, specializing in Imperial history and memorabilia.

The city's name (Petropolis = city of Peter) honors Emperor Don Pedro II, the nation's last king and son of Don Pedro I. The city was the summer residence of the Brazilian emperor in the 19th century, as well as the capital of Rio de Janeiro State between 1894 and 1902.

Highlights

● Imperial Museum

● Crystal Palace

● Gothic Cathedral

● Exclusions: Food & Beverages and Optional Gratuities

Prainha Beach

Situated to the west of Rio de Janeiro, is the tranquil, exotic and clean Prainha Beach. Prainha is a small beach sandwiched between mountains and is regarded as one of the best surfing spots in Rio. Enclosed by the beautiful green hills of Rio's rainforests, Prainha beach portrays white sands and astounding scenery. The local population is very gracious like the other Cariocas.

Most crowded on weekends, Prainha is virtually desolate on weekdays. The beach has typical kiosks that sell food and beverages but if you want to carry some food it's worthwhile although there is a small informal restaurant nearby.

You can be sure that all visitors will undeniably be impressed by the alluring Prainha beach.

Grumari Beach

A wild beach surrounded by rolling hills, covered with a lush tropical forest.

Coarse white sand, the sound of birds singing, the surf breaking... is it paradise? Almost.

It's Grumari on a weekday.

This beach is preserved, and you may see a strip of original Mata Atlântica, the rain forest that covered the hills of Rio before the Portuguese set foot here, as the beach is part of the Municipal Natural Park of Grumari