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Private tour in Rio De Janeiro Bernard M

Rio de Janeiro Highlights Tour

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Bernard M.

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Welcome to Rio de Janeiro, the city of wonders!!! My name is Bernard Moraes, I was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro. I have also lived in Montreal and Buzios, known as the St Tropez of Brazil. I majored in Business Administration and Psychology is on the final year of my academic pursuit. I have been working in tourism for more than 15 years. I love hosting people from all over the world and showing you my city. Tourism for me is having new life experiences. It can be discovering a new place and culture in different ways, trying local food, visiting places only the locals know, or learning the local ways of life. I’m not the kind of guide that fill your precious time with generic touristic experiences, I want to share with you the authentic Brazilian culture and customized an itinerary with the attractions you want to see, prioritized by best timing, safety, and pleasant enjoyment. I offer private tours from 1-12 people max. Depending on your group size and preference, I can be your driver guide with my own Honda Fit 2014, or use a professional driver and van. Come and discover the special way of life of the "cariocas" (how locals are called). Let me share with you some treasures of Rio! Accredited by the Official Brazilian Tourism Board (EMBRATUR) and Ministry of Tourism

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Overview of your Rio De Janeiro tour

This tour combines some of the highlights of Rio: Sugar Loaf + Lapa steps + Santa Teresa district. I was born and raised in Rio, so, between these highlights, I ll be happy to show you some of my favorite places and invite you to do the things I do in my free time: hanging around and having lunch in a local bar in Santa Teresa or Urca neighbour, the area of Sugar Loaf , which most of tourists don't explore. Both have some hidden places with great views and not so touristics. As it's a private tour, we can customize it in case you wish to change any of the attractions.

Recent Reviews

Natalie F.United States
March 2023

Bernard provided us with a fantastic day! He is informative, responsive, organized, and cheerful. He knew how to navigate crowds, traffic (a terrific driver), and avoid the typical tourist spiel that is all too often what tour guides sputter. He answered all questions thoroughly and with patience. He made suggestions without pushing and was responsive to our wants. For example, when he mentioned monkeys, I said I wanted to see a monkey. Five minutes later, he found me a monkey!

Charles F.Switzerland
January 2023

Bernard was an excellent guide - knowledgeable about the neigbourhoods and the history of the sights. I much enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend him for a tour of Rio - a true local! Thanks for a great day with some memorable stops along the route.

Michael I.United States
February 2020

We highly recommend Bernard. Our tour in Rio was wonderful. He is very knowledgeable, professional, and considerate.

Marvin S.United States
February 2019

Our morning with Bernard M was excellent. We went to Sugar Loaf and additional neighborhoods in Rio. Bernard is very knowledgeable and considerate and we enjoyed our time with him. We would certainly recommend these guide very highly. Sincerely, Marvin & Cheri Sayah

Lynn C.United States
March 2018

Bernard was an excellent guide, knowledgeable, thorough, relaxed, with perfect English. Highly recommend.

Your Rio De Janeiro tour itinerary

1- We ll start the tour taking the cable car to visit Sugar Loaf mountain, which has the best views of Rio! We ll take the cable car to get on the top of the mountain. 2- We ll visit next the amazing and colorful Lapa steps with its tiles from all over the world. These steps were decorated by a chilean artist called Jorge Selaron, he took 23 years working on it. 3- Next to the steps, there s the picturesque and artistic Santa Teresa neighbor, one of my favourite ones. It s a bucolic and hipster area where we can enjoy its nice views, the beautiful architecture and its local food. We ll walk in the main area, I ll also show you some of its hidden spots. The itinerary can be customized upon request. Please send me a message for a quote.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

A confortable and air-conditioned car (Honda Fit 2014) will be used for your transportation. We ll also walk to visit the attractions and explore some areas. My car fits me + 3 more people comfortably or 4 people if you are small/medium size. For more than 4 people, please contact me. A van + driver can be rented

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Admission Tickets for Sugar Loaf
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

State of Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Airport: SDU airport,Cruise: ,ByGuide:

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
276176
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
English
French
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Rio de Janeiro best suited for?

This private tour in Rio de Janeiro is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's highlights with a local expert. Bernard M., your guide, was born and raised in Rio and offers a personalized experience, showing you not only the famous sites like Sugar Loaf and the Selaron Steps but also his favourite local spots. It's ideal for those who want a deeper connection with the city and its culture.

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