Brazil · MORNING
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 morning tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
Cruise Guanabara Bay past Rio landmarks, forts, Niterói and Sugarloaf Mountain, with morning or sunset departures and photo stops.
“Our cruise experience was decent, the staff were great, the menu was good and the sunset was beautiful.”
Explore five jungle waterfalls near Foz do Iguaçu, swim in natural pools, and hike two river trails with guides, photos, and safety gear included.
“I would give 0 stars if I could. After reading really good reviews, we were really excited about this particular activity. After booking the activity, we reached out to the company directly several times to confirm the pick up location, and never got any response. We eventually contacted Viator and agreed on a pick up location with customer service. The day of the activity we had to walk about 30 min to the agreed upon location. After waiting for about an hour, we finally got a hold of the company, and they indicated that they would not be able to do the tour. They asked if we would be interested…”
Review of Rio’s sunrise tour to Dona Marta, Christ the Redeemer, and Selarón Steps, with crowd-avoiding tips, costs, and practical advice.
“The reviews do NOT lie!! Marco and his team are an incredible group of guys that really care about what they do!! They love their job and you can really tell. He had the perfect itinerary for our day, to avoid as many lines as possible! His energy was infectious, he had us all singing and dancing at 6am! I would recommend this tour 1000x over and plan to!! Oh and his photography skills are on point! Obrigada Marco!! 🙌❤️”
Watch sunrise over Rio from Mirante Dona Marta with guide Pessanha, professional photos, Sugarloaf views, and a small-group format.
“The guide was very friendly. He is actually better known as a photographer than as a guide, but he handled both perfectly. We visited four different locations and were able to change clothes at each one. At every stop, he told us the story of the place and took photos of us. He even let us try a Brazilian breakfast, which I really enjoyed. I just wish I had had more time to enjoy it and get some for myself.”
Review of DDRio’s 3-hour Rio sailing tour, with bay views, forts, swimming, fresh snacks, drinks, and a small-group boat experience.
“This was probably my favorite activity that I did while I was in Rio! Very relaxing, and I loved it! We were met like family the morning of the cruise, served wonderful drinks and snacks, and we even got to put the sail up for the wind. Best experience ever!”
Hike Rio’s Two Brothers Hill at sunrise with a local guide, motor taxi ride, forest trail, and sweeping views of Ipanema and Christ the Redeemer.
“Fantastic experience, not to be missed. Leo was an excellent guide and the views over the Rio were stunning!”
Review of Rio’s early sunrise tour to Christ the Redeemer, Mirante Dona Marta, and Selarón Steps, with breakfast, transport, tips, and value advice.
“Amazing day touring Rio with Marco and Marcus our driver. Communication, transport and guides were all perfect and made sure we got the most out of the day! Marco is a legend and very passionate tour guide showcasing the best of the city. He's also a great photographer ensuring you take home special memories from your trip! 10/10”
Watch Rio’s sunrise from Dona Marta, reach Christ the Redeemer before the crowds, and enjoy hotel transfers, photos, coffee, and Brazilian snacks.
“Fantastic tour, great guide with just the right amount of knowledge. Breakfast was quoted as being at a cafe but it was actually on the go so this description should be corrected but minor detail”
Hike Dois Irmãos Peak in Rio for sunrise, sunset, or daytime views, with a local guide, moto-taxi ride, forest trail, and favela visit.
“Amazing! Our lovely tour guide was very friendly and answered all of our questions before the hike via WhatsApp. She even brought coffee and snacks for the top! Brilliant experience.”
Watch Rio wake from Mirante Dona Marta on a private sunrise tour with hotel pickup, Sugarloaf views, and Christ the Redeemer in sight.
“This was probably the highlight of my trip to Rio. I booked this tour because I wanted to do something special on my last morning in Brazil and because this particular spot is a bit tricky to reach on your own. And wow - what and experience it was! Not only are the views from the Dona Marta terrace breathtaking (and possibly even better than the ones from Corcovado), Guilherme is also an amazing and friendly guy to be around. He speaks English fluently and is a born and bred Carioca so he can answer any question you possibly have about his hometown or Brazil in general. If you'll be…”
Hike Morro Dois Irmãos from Vidigal at sunrise, ride a motorbike taxi uphill, and enjoy Rio views with a local guide.
“The experience was amazing, Chris is a great tour guide. The hike it self wasn’t difficult at all, just be sure to check the weather while planning”
Ride Rio’s Corcovado Train to Christ the Redeemer, then see Selarón Steps, the Cathedral, Maracanã, and Carnival’s Sambódromo.
“de tour was erg leuk!! we hebben heel veel gezien van de stad.”
Review of Rio’s 3-hour morning sailing tour: Guanabara Bay views, Sugar Loaf, onboard caipirinhas, snacks, swimming, and practical tips.
“What a wonderful trip! Karina was so welcoming and helpful! We were tolf fascinating facts about Rio and the surrounding area, along with delicious food. It was the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and experience Rio in a different way. It felt like a private tour because we were completely alone on the boat. It was so beautiful, and we highly recommend it to everyone! Thank you so much, Karina and Team, for this unique experience!”
Review of Rio’s Dona Marta sunrise tour, with hotel pickup, guide-led phone photos, pricing, weather tips, and practical booking advice.
“An inexpensive uber ride can get you to this site for sunrise photos with reliable timing. Event was for 4:30am start time but guide changes had him arrive after sunrise.”
Explore Lençóis Maranhenses from Barreirinhas on a five-hour morning tour with dune views, two lagoons, swimming, and hotel pickup.
“Wspaniała wycieczka. Odbiór prosto z hotelu. Środowisko międzynarodowe, bardzo miłe. Laguny i wydmy są przecudowne. Polecam”
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