Private tour in Rio De Janeiro Bruno B

Rio Custom Tour - Full day

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Bruno B.

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Hi, my name is Bruno. Thanks for visiting my profile. About me: I was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro city and I live in Copacabana. I am a person that likes to travel, to practice sports and has a good sense of humor. I am interested in urban art, architecture, gastronomy, music, history, sports, culture and economy. I graduated in Business from the Catholic University (PUC-Rio) in 2003. I have worked as a Marketing Analyst for big corporations such as The Coca-Cola Company and VIVO (Telecom company) for 7 years. In 2015, I started a new career in the Tourism industry working for tour companies as a licensed tour guide. The commitment to provide a high quality of service, knowledge and good communication skills led me to guide hundreds of times including the logistics support of Oakley guests during the Olympics and the transport coordination of the Owners Forum, an event that took place at the Belmond Copacabana Palace in 2016/2017. It is a pleasure to meet every week tourists from all over the world to show them the wonders of the city where I live and tell them the curiosities and the history of the places that we visit. Services: I work with experienced drivers. During the tours you will have full attention of your tour guide. I recommend you not only to visit the main attractions, but also to discover the hidden gems and experience the Carioca's (how the locals are called) lifestyle. It is offered in my ToursByLocals page a group of services that will permit you to cover the most interesting places and activities inside the city. If you or someone from your party have any dietary restrictions, please kindly inform me in advance. There are Kosher, Vegetarian, Indian, Chinese and Lebanese restaurants in Rio. Feel free to send me a message, if there is a doubt or a specific need related to any service described in my page. It is a pleasure to help you and clarify your questions before the purchase of a service. I look forward to seeing you in Rio. Licensed guide by the Ministry of Tourism. Graduated in Business Administration - PUC (Catholic University) - 2003. Technical course in Tourism - PROTUR - 2015. Cours de Français (en ligne) - Azurlingua/Nice - Niveau B2 - 2021 I work with experienced drivers using Sedan cars (Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Cruze) for 2 people and Chevrolet Spin for 3 people . Please, check the service 'Rio by Minivan' for small groups. For a larger vehicle (Van), please request a quote.

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Overview of your Rio De Janeiro tour

This is a customized tour for tourists who want to enjoy the city according to their preferences. Check also the 6-hour custom tour and the 2 half-days package. Your tour guide will help you to plan the itinerary for a wonderful visit. Please, send me a message writing about your interests (history, street art, architecture and religious heritage, nature, football/soccer, samba, main attractions and scenic views). Stop for lunch (optional). Each service and its selected attractions are planned carefully by a licensed tour guide born and raised in Copacabana district interested in brazilian economy, culture, history, cuisine and architecture/street art. Along the tour interesting informations will be given to you for a better understanding of the multiple aspects of the city.

Recent Reviews

Robert H.United States
March 2026

Rio is huge. Not much English - how is your Portuguese? Brazil isn't a place to wander without purpose. The famous beaches offer only a small glimpse of the city. You need Bruno, the overqualified multi-lingual guide/logistics master/friend to provide every possible desire and need. We spent parts of 4 days enjoying architecture, live music (even at midnight), local eateries, side streets, a trip to the medical clinic, and the mainstream attractions that were worthy. He is truly a pro and will do anything to provide your complete satisfaction planning (he does an abundance of homework) and implementing your time together. This is his mission statement. I will stop again in Rio just to re-connect with him. 10 stars.

John K.
November 2024

Bruno Bar was the best tour guide! He exceeded my expectations in all aspects. He was able to adjust the day's schedule to accommodate the intermittent clouds at the Chris the Redeemer Statue, so we got the best views. Also, Bruno added other stops/sites to the itinerary based upon my own interests. He is professional, friendly, and goes out of his way in everything he does for guests. No detail is too small. He even worked with my dietary needs. I highly recommend Bruno and will use again next time I'm in Rio. :)

Lawrence C.United States
March 2024

My wife and I took a full day tour with Bruno. It was exceptional. We were able to accomplish so much as he utilized a driver, so we did not need to keep looking for parking spots. His knowledge of Rio and the places he took us, such as the Selaron steps and The Maze, provided a truly memorable day. We highly recommend him.

Jasmine C.Singapore
February 2024

Bruno is more than an excellent tour guide. It was a breeze communicating with him. He speaks fluent English and has a friendly, polite and calm demeanor. Through his careful planning, we avoided crowds while experiencing the sights and sounds of street parades. He is sensitive to our needs. He made our experienced in Rio memorable and enjoyable. After the tour ended, he went above and beyond to contact the airline to trace our lost golf bags. I would highly recommend him if you are looking for a guide.

Peter H.Canada
January 2024

Very comprehensive tour by Bruno who changed the original itinerary at our request. We saw a lot of what we wanted in the time slot. Excellent and patient driver who managed to park in impossible places. Only negative was at beginning we asked to go to a money exchange and then everyone forgot until it was too late

David P.United States
December 2023

Bruno is a very competent guide in Rio de Janeiro. He is able to rework schedules to include new sites as needed. He is very pleasant, and certainly knows many of the workers at the tour stops which helps with the efficiency. He's also very punctual, and I would recommend him as a guide.

Your Rio De Janeiro tour itinerary

The itinerary shall be defined according to the client's preferences and the tour guide's knowledge. In a full day tour you will have time to visit the two main attractions - Christ statue and Sugarloaf mountain. Usually we spend 4,5-5 hours visiting the two main attractions. Below, the approximate time that we spend in each attraction (+ in transit). 1) Main attractions - Christ (2, 5 hours) and Sugarloaf (2 hours) 2) Samba/Carnival - Sambodrome (< 1 hour) or Carnival Experience (2 hours) 3) Downtown (old Rio) - Architecture, Art, History (Please, check the description of the Downtown tour to choose part of the attractions) - 1, 5-3 hours 4) Santa Teresa - 1, 5 hours 5) Botanical Garden - 1, 5-2 hours 6) Port zone - Museum of Tomorrow or Aquarium (2 hours) /Street art and Valongo Wharf (< 1 hour) 7) Local bars - 1 hour 8) Tijuca Forest - 2-2, 5 hours 9) Maracanã Stadium - 1, 5-2 hours 10) Restaurant - 1, 5-2 hours 11) Popular beaches (Copacabana, Leblon, Ipanema) and stop by the lagoon - 1 hour

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

Sedan cars (Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Cobalt, Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic) for 2 people or Chevrolet Spin for 3 people. Please, check in my page the service 'Rio by Minivan' for small groups (3 to 6 people) and ask for a quote if there is a need for a larger vehicle (van).

What's included
Other: 1 bottle of water per person
Private Guide
Private Transportation With Driver
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Christ statue (train) - 134 BRL/person; Sugarloaf mountain (cable car) - 205 BRL/person; Botanical Garden - 80 BRL/person - Tourists over 60/under 21 years old have 50% discount on Sugarloaf mountain tickets. ID, Passport, Driver's license are accepted as proof of age. Your tour guide will buy the tickets in advance. For the tickets only cash is accepted (USD/BRL).
Meeting location

Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Hotel (Botafogo, Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon and Santa Teresa neighborhoods)*, Airport, Cruise port, By Guide *Tourists who will start from the GIG airport/West zone hotels (Barra da Tijuca and Recreio hotels) - Send me a message before booking this service please.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
City Highlights
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
544851
Languages
English
Portuguese
French
Spanish
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Rio de Janeiro is perfect for travellers who want a personalized experience tailored to their interests. Whether you're interested in history, street art, architecture, nature, football, samba, or scenic views, Bruno B. will help you plan an itinerary that suits your preferences. It's also ideal for those who want to connect with a local guide for deeper insights into the city's culture and history.

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