Rio De Janeiro Small Group Tours & Trips

169 Rio De Janeiro trips. Tours from 42 tour companies. 71 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Chile & Brazil in 16 days - From the Andes to Iguazu - Superior
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Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, Sao Paulo, Sugar Loaf, Valparaiso

Highlights

  • San Pedro de Atacama
  • Santiago de Chile
  • Iguazu Falls, Brazilian side
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • São Paulo

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

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"Very well organised, excellent guide and information. Superb coach driver."

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A Touch Of Brazil & Argentina
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • City tour with private guide in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro
  • Comprehensive sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
  • Tango show in Buenos Aires
  • Entrance fees to museums and sites as outlined in the program
  • Explore the lively district of Palermo famous for its beautiful parks and artificial lakes
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We booked a trip to Italy with Sky Vacations and could not have been happier with the results. We didn’t want to do the usual tourist visits because we had been to Italy before. They designed a trip that took us to Umbria and Marche and Lake Bracciano and it was great. We wanted to stay in luxury, smaller hotels, do cooking classes, wine tasting and some touring and every item was executed perfectly. We’re now booking Greece with them. A great company we highly recommend."

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Discover Brazil: Rio de Janeiro to the Amazon Rainforest
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • World-famous carnival culture & samba sounds
  • Amazing opportunities for animal encounters
  • Thousands of bird species—more than in Europe & North America combined
  • The Amazon: the world’s largest rainforest
  • Fresh fruit, fresh coffee & food fresh off the barbecue
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Themes

Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"I made a reservation last Thursday (11/16/2023) for a trip to Iceland from 12/02/2023-12/07/2023 and then I was told that I can’t have my refund back. When I called on last Thursday (11/16/2023) to place my reservation, the agent (Kathy) I talked to stressed about she "cannot" guarantee that I will be able to go on the trip. Before I provided the payment information, I specifically asked if I will be able to get the refund because the trip is coming up so soon. The agent ensured that I will be able to get a full refund back within 60 days if I decided to cancel the trip. I was also told that I am basically on a wait list and someone will contact me once I can go on the trip. No one contacted me about whether the agency was able to process my information at all, so I've been left in the dark about this trip since the beginning. I called the help line this morning (11/20/2023) around 9:00 Eastern Standard Time to cancel my reservation. I was informed by the agent that I will not be able to get my full refund back since it's too close to the trip date. Basically I was told that Kathy gave me the wrong information, so I will have to pay the cancellation fee. The only reason I provided my payment information is because Kathy specifically stated that I will be able to cancel the trip and receive a full refund. I've never been so frustrated with a traveling agency. I made sure to ask this agent regarding the refund policy twice before giving her my payment information, and she still couldn't provide me with the correct information. It's unbelievable that such a big traveling agency cannot uniformly train their employees with the correct set of information."

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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Brazil
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Enjoy exotic Brazilian fruits & Caipirinhas - Brazil’s national drink
  • Visit the world renowned Copacabana and Ipanema beaches
  • Stay in the Bohemian “Santa Teresa” neighborhood
  • Street party in Rio
  • Visit the world famous Christ the Redeemer statue
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 18 - 30's, National Parks, High Adventure, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"I had an amazing time on the Costa Rica starter trip. This was my first time traveling solo and U30X was a great way for me to safely see another part of the world and meet new people. Our trip leaders were Adrian and Delphine; they were very knowledgeable and fun. It felt more like we were just hanging out with our friends who happened to know a lot about the country rather than following around tour guides."

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Beautiful Brazil
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit the white beaches at Copacabana and Ipanema
  • Discover the island Ilha Grande and enjoy the activities like snorkelling, surfing etc.
  • Visit Paraty
  • Explore Floripa Island

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"I was very excited to support a Canadian company, but unfortunately, this trip was anything but blissful. The tour guide was unprofessional, incompetent, and inappropriate. He was reported in the middle of the trip because of how vulgar he was being with the girls on the tour. Guided tours are supposed to be a haven for young, solo travelers and, unfortunately, this tour was the nightmarish opposite. If you plan on booking a trip with this company, please dig into who your guide will be, how many trips they have done, and what kind of reviews they have had. Additionally, the accommodations, activities, and transportation included in this trip cost a sliver of what I paid. I completely understand the additional cost of paying the full-time guides, and the price of convenience that comes from a trip being planned for you, but unfortunately, I did not get my money’s worth with LBW. Following my friends and my dissatisfaction with the tour and the inappropriate guide, LBW’s customer support team was unfortunately slow to respond, disorganized, and inconsistent with their suggested solutions. Please, save your money, and book with another company."

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Best of Argentina & Brazil
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, Copacabana, Iguazu Falls, Rio de Janeiro

Highlights

  • Buenos Aires offers an eclectic mix of European, Cosmopolitan and Latin flavours, as well as a booming cultural and nightlife scene. Explore the neighbourhoods of this lively, confident city on a full-day tour with a local guide.
  • Look for rainbows in the mist from both the Brazilian and Argentinian sides as you marvel at the power of Iguazu Falls which are higher than Niagara Falls and wider than Victoria Falls.
  • Visit a local Guarani community to meet some of the region’s few remaining indigenous people and learn how the falls were created when the serpent god M’Boy split the river in half.
  • Gaze over the dazzling city, mountains and bay of Rio de Janeiro from the foot of the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and immerse yourself in Brazilian culture, dance and music.
  • Get hands on making empanadas or pizzas for lunch, followed by the quintessential Argentinian sweet treat – alfajores.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"Michelle Middleton is an asset to the customer care team. Easy and honest communication throughout!"

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Wonders of South America
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Private Guided
Why we love them
They're a family-run company that shows travelers the authentic side of South America and work with local experts.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Beauties of Rio de Janeiro
  • Iguazu Falls and bird watching
  • Discover Buenos Aires & Gaucho Culture
  • Highlights of Patagonia including Perito Moreno Glacier and Torres del Paine
  • Santiago de Chile and Wines
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Birding, Sailing, Photography, High Adventure, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Trekking & Expeditions

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"I highly recommend Across South America for a memorable experience that is personalized for YOU."

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Sightseeing and Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They create highly personalized trips across all needs from family travel to luxury, food, diving, adventures and more.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Take in the breathtaking view as your plane descends upon Rio de Janeiro – the 'Marvelous City' where
  • rolling green hills, turquoise ocean,
  • sandy beaches and high-rise urban development is all packed together in a unique blend of life and humanity.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Education / Learning, Photography, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"The brilliant excursions! Dear Richele! I am writing you with gratitude for organizing the brilliant excursions for our group of 16 people! They came back from Brazil very happy and really satisfied! So, many-many thanks to you and your wonderful team! Looking forward to our next cooperation) Kind Regards, Anna Zboranska Exotic Department TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL GROUP"

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Highlights of Bolivia
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Copacabana, Lake Titicaca, La Paz, Sucre, Uyuni

Highlights

  • Enjoy a three-day Salar de Uyuni 4x4 adventure, which includes the train cemetery, salt flats, Incahuasi (cactus) Island, colourful lagoons, geysers and ancient volcanoes
  • Discover the pre-Columbian Unesco World Heritage sites of El Fuerte and Tiwanaku
  • See the giant tree ferns and spectacular landscape of Amboró National Park
  • Visit La Recoleta viewpoint overlooking the White City of Sucre
  • Learn about the colonial and silver mining heritage ofPotosí
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"The booking process for my forthcoming trip to Peru on the Salkantay trek in November went very smoothly"

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Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls & Rio – 9 Days
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Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Start your journey in Buenos Aires the capital of Argentina, where culture, art, and gastronomy are ever-present.
  • Meet Iguazú Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, and take a boat trip!
  • Visit Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and feel the welcoming spirit of the city where people dance samba all year round, and visit the colossal Christ the Redeemer.
  • Best time to travel: All year round.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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Brazil & Argentina with Amazon and Waterfalls
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Why we love them
They create highly personalized trips across all needs from family travel to luxury, food, diving, adventures and more.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Rio de Janeiro: stunning beaches surrounded by lush green mountains, islands off the beach, beautiful bays, colonial history, legendary culture.
  • The alluring nature in the Amazon jungle and its tributaries (like the Rio Negro), elusive native tribes!
  • Raging Foz de Iguazu, the biggest waterfall system in the world, and perhaps the most romantic scenery in the world!
  • Buenos Aires, the amazing European spirit in Argentina!

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The brilliant excursions! Dear Richele! I am writing you with gratitude for organizing the brilliant excursions for our group of 16 people! They came back from Brazil very happy and really satisfied! So, many-many thanks to you and your wonderful team! Looking forward to our next cooperation) Kind Regards, Anna Zboranska Exotic Department TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL GROUP"

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Happy Carnival in Rio de Janeiro and the Greatest Waterfalls on Earth
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Private Guided
Why we love them
They create highly personalized trips across all needs from family travel to luxury, food, diving, adventures and more.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Be a part of the greatest event in the world
  • Happy Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
  • The amazing waterfalls on Earth!

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, High Adventure, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"The brilliant excursions! Dear Richele! I am writing you with gratitude for organizing the brilliant excursions for our group of 16 people! They came back from Brazil very happy and really satisfied! So, many-many thanks to you and your wonderful team! Looking forward to our next cooperation) Kind Regards, Anna Zboranska Exotic Department TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL GROUP"

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South America for Food & Wine Lovers
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Private Guided
Why we love them
They're a family-run company that shows travelers the authentic side of South America and work with local experts.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Beauties and delights of Rio de Janeiro
  • Iguazu Falls Exclusive jungle lodge experience
  • Buenos Aires tango, food and Gaucho Culture
  • Luxury wine experiences in Mendoza and Santiago de Chile

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Birding, Sailing, Photography, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"I highly recommend Across South America for a memorable experience that is personalized for YOU."

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Rio De Janeiro Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
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Pranika

Sep 2015

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Felt the tour was a bit short.

Felt the tour was a bit short. Probably more pricey compared to ano...

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khairul

Sep 2015

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good trip, enjoyable good and helpful tour leader

good trip, enjoyable good and helpful tour leader (Pedro) everything was very organised except when our flight from Iquazu to Rio was cancelled and there was no in...

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Khairul

Sep 2015

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enjoyable good tour leader met new friends unique experience

enjoyable good tour leader met new friends unique experience

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Michelle

Sep 2015

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I gave this score because I thoroughly

I gave this score because I thoroughly enjoyed the trip.

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Prakriti

Sep 2015

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Overall a good experience but it was

Overall a good experience but it was a short tour so can't pesticide extensive feedback.

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Rio De Janeiro Tour Selection Trips

  • Rio is a lot safer than many people think. But be aware of your surroundings, don’t wander into a favela alone, and don’t have a lot of expensive gadgets on display. 
  • Sunset-watching is a popular activity in Rio, so grab a spot along the beach, grab a caipirinha or two, and join in the applause as the sun goes down.
  • Though the favelas are dangerous places for tourists to enter alone, they are a fascinating part of the city. Joining a tour is a safe and easy way to explore this other site to Rio.
  • There are many wonderful viewpoints, where you can take in an outstanding view of the city (Christ the Redeemer, the Sugarloaf, and Dos Hermanos are among the most famous). Be sure to leave as early as possible to beat the heat and the crowds.
  • Be very careful with your belongings on the beach. Don’t bring anything of value, and consider bringing a waterproof pouch so you can keep your money on you at all times. 
  • The summer months (December to February) can be unbearably hot and rainy, so it’s best to travel outside these months. 
  • Be prepared for the price of just about everything to rise steeply during the week of Carnival.

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