Rio de Janeiro´s Foundation Tour

Highlights

Marcelo C.

5.00(1) reviews
Rio de Janeiro
English, French, Portuguese (Native), Spanish
4 hours 30 min
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 4 people

A Four hours cruising and walking tour, beggining sailing the calm waters of the Guanabara bay, the place of birth of Rio de Janeiro, followed by a walking tour to the Republic Museum and part of the history of the Brazilian Republic until the 1960´s.

Meeting Point

Marina da Glória (Public Marina da Glória)

09:10 AM

Marina da Glória

Meeting at the public Marina da Glória.

09:30 AM

Boat

Departure for the Boat Cruise.

11:30 AM

Arrival at the Marina da Glória and biggining of the walking part of the Tour

Walking to the the Igreja do Outeiro da Glória, facing the Guanabara Bay. The baptism church of the Emperors of Brazil.

12:30 PM

Museu to the Palácio do Catete Museum

Visit to the ancient Presidential Palace during the time Rio de Janeiro was the Capital of Brasil (1763/1960).

01:30 PM

End of the tour at the Catete Street.

After the visit the clients will be near the districts of Flamengo, Glória and Laranjeiras. Subway available in the area.

Ending Point

Palácio do Catete

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide Fee for the whole itinerary, English, Spanish, French or Portuguese spoken.

What‘s not included

Transportation to meeting point, back to the hotel, boat and museum access tickets.

Lunch or beverages.

Important Information

Not available during Christmas or New Year´s days and Mondays. Off Season from April up to December only operates on Saturdays.

- The boat tickets will be booked by me (your guide), but will be paid directly by the visitors directly at the Marina da Glória.

- The boat cruise lasts exactly two hours. For those that may suffer from sea sickness a remedy is advisable, as sunblcok and sun caps.


Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Reviews

D

Dragos H.

Aug 1, 2024

Best start in Rio

We took this tour on the first morning in Rio, and it was a perfect start. Marcelo gave us an excellent overview of the city, showing us perspectives you wouldn’t find by yourself, and made us feel comfortable in Rio. His English is excellent, and he is passionate about his city. After this intro, we continued on our own, as we were confident that we are in safe areas. Obrigado, Marcelo!

Marcelo C.

Dear Mr. Drago's and family, Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure showing Rio to you. I am really happy that you enjoyed the Rio Photographic Tour. Best wishes.

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