Top Southeast Brazil Literary, Art & Music Tours

Watch the biggest show on Earth! Witness the Carnival Samba School Parade in the Sambadrome and benefit from pickup & Drop off from your hotel or cruise ship and the expertise of a professional tour guide. Enjoy Carnival Parade with comfort and security !!!!!We offer a vast selection of Grandstand tickets (from Sector 5 to Sector 11).Note: GRANDSTAND SECTOR 9 IS ONLY NUMBERED SEAT TICKET.Located in the center of Sambadrome Avenue, it offers a panoramic view andIt's also on the side of drums section retreat (thrilling rhythm movement & one of the highlights of the parade).The other Grandstands are open seating area.Transportation - Shuttle service We have 3 departure times to the Sambadrome 6:00 PM, 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM (Note that depending on the hotel, the pickup time may vary)All the Transfers with Tour GuideWe offer to return options after completion of each Samba School performanceWe can pick you up in 120 different hotel and Cruise Port.

Attend the Ginga Tropical Show, a dance and music that allows you to learn about Brazil's vibrant history and culture through its traditional music and dance. During this show, see talented performers dance the lambada, samba and bossa nova dressed in outrageous Carnival costumes. Hear folklore from around the diverse country, live drumming and the Brazilian martial art: capoeira.

Get a glimpse behind the scenes of Carnival during this tour of Cidade do Samba. On this outing, follow your guide on a tour of the Acadêmicos do Grande Rio's warehouse, one of Rio's top samba schools, where they store their outrageous costumes and grandiose parade floats. Toast to your insider's experience with a traditional caipirinha while you learn about the history and culture of the Carnival in Brazil. Brave visitors can even try on a few feathered costumes. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.

Considered by The Guardian as one of the top 10 bars in the world, Rio Scenarium is in the heart of the bohemian and traditional region of Lapa, located in a former antique store.Rio Scenarium is a three-level culture pavilion interconnected by stairs and an elevator from the belle époque. Its relics, flamboyant decor and obsolete items are commonly used in film productions.The venue is the scene of incredible live shows, where the best musicians bring to life Brazilian music genres such as Samba, Forró and MPB (Brazilian Popular Music). Live a genuine local nightlife experience while enjoying a delicious dinner.

Explore Santa Teresa and discover the stronghold of Rio's plastic artists. A cultural site with many workshops to visit and restaurants with typical lunch foods, the high mountain neighborhood still preserves its local history.At the bottom of the mountains is located Lapa, perhaps the most bohemian neighborhood of Rio. Where the nightlife of Rio de Janeiro happens, but with a lot of history to present.

Get picked up in Copacabana drive up to the statue of Christ the Redeemer - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World - at the top of Corcovado Mountain. Travel through a short and beautiful route through Tijuca Forest – one of the largest urban forests in the world – before opening up to incredible views of the entire city. When reaching the top, enjoy the most famous tour attraction in Brazil and a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro in 360º, 710m (2,330 feet) tall. Return from the Christ the Redeemer and drive past Santa Teresa, the famous neighbourhood located on a hillside known for the narrow cobblestone streets, unique cultural flair, and iconic yellow tram.Arrive at the neighbourhood of Lapa, the area with Rio’s traditional nightlife and known for the Carioca Aqueduct, before reaching the brightly colored tiles of the world-famous Selarón Steps, one of Rio's most distinctive landmarks.Return to Copacabana.

Escape the bustling streets of Sao Paulo and venture on a private tour to the creative town of Embu das Artes just 40 minutes outside of the city. This colonial town features numerous galleries, artisan shops, fairs, and cafes to get a feel for this unique place. Shop for souvenirs, sample local Brazilian dishes, and learn about the history of the town throughout the tour.

Imagine yourself in Guanabara Bay on a two-story boat transformed into a nightclub with bar, DJs, professional sound and light system and much more!One of the best parties in town.Rio Boat Club is a completely unique and original party. Strolling through Guanabara Bay, one of Rio's most traditional and beautiful scenery, you will board a double-decker boat that transforms into a nightclub of bars, amazing djs and professional lights, along with a vibrant crowd of locals. All the world.Happy Hour from 11pm to 12amOpen bar for women2x1 in spirits for men

To see one of the biggest cities in the world requires time or someone that really knows the place very well, so you can optimize your time and see the best places of Sao Paulo in a short time. We can help you to do that in a quite short time. In 6 hours it's possible to do a general tour in this huge city, visiting the most important attractions with a comfortable vehicle and someone that really knows the place. We will be able to get out of the car many times to see inside of some of the attractions like the food Market, the cathedral, the foundation building, the Soccer Stadium, and etc. This tour is flexible and we can manage it according to your interests.

Visit the Roberto Burle Marx home and gardens during a private 4-hour tour from Rio. In the company of a local guide, explore the home of this artists and designer, surrounded by lush property filled with native plants. The Sitio Roberto Burle Marx is built in a distinctly Brazilian style, including elements of cubism and abstractionism. Walk through the peaceful gardens and admire the home's collection of folk art while learning about his life, work and esthetic from your knowledgeable guide. Round-trip transportation from Rio is included.

Get your hipster on with this bike tour of São Paulo’s street art. This half-day tour, either morning or afternoon, takes you roundtrip from Avenida Paulista along bike routes that explore this city’s vibrant underbelly as seen through the eyes of its talented graffiti artists. Building-sized murals, kaleidoscopic columns and otherwise mundane overpasses turned into masterful canvasses, this tour culminates in Jeventude Park, once an infamous prison, now a hub of artistic creativity.

Customize your perfect day taking a guided private art tour combining São Paulo’s best art museums with a panoramic sightseeing passing by the major Sao Paulo’s sights.São Paulo is the "capital of arts" with dozens of museums and exhibits that cover all forms of art. It has an inexhaustible source of discoveries for Art lovers such as paintings, sculptures, architecture, and others.Now imagine that your private guide comes to pick you up at your hotel, and to take you on a full day tour visiting the best art museums in the country which are all in the city of São Paulo.You can either follow our suggested itinerary presented in a sequential order or just attend specific museums out of hundreds in town focusing more on your preference.. Our guide should be at your disposal.Have flexibility to explore in the company of an expert private guide who escorts you in your tour expedition, customs the tour according to your interests and provides an interpreting service along the way.

Rio de Janeiro can be a treasure trove for shoppers, but it’s all to easy to get lost if you don’t know where you’re going in the maze-like city. You’ll be in good hands (and have the chance to give back to the local community) on this shop hop to Rio’s hidden local street markets, shops, galleries, and workshops that would be difficult to find on your own.

A unique way to get to know the urban artistic life of the city, opportunity to get to know another Rio de Janeiro through Copacabana beaches. Also know the architecture and transformation of the former capital of the country, understand how the life style of Carioca was born. A simple way to integrate the city without feeling tourist and a simple lover of the arts.Each area of the city has a different culture and the center of the city is where all cultures meet.

Spend an epic day and night exploring all of Rio's attractions during this full-day tour. During the day, follow your guide to attractions like the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue on top of Corcovado Mountain, reached via a cog train ride through the Tijuca Rainforest. Take the cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of Guanabara Bay and enjoy a downtown tour including Cinelandia Square and the Metropolitan Cathedral. In the evening, attend the Ginga Tropical show, a vibrant dance performance that celebrates the country's cultural roots. Lunch and round-trip port or hotel transportation are included.

Watch the biggest show on Earth! Witness the Carnival Samba School Parade in the Sambadrome and benefit from pickup & Drop off from your hotel or cruise ship and the expertise of a professional tour guide. Enjoy Carnival Parade with comfort and security !!!!!Front Box Sector 8 and 9 (numbered seats) are the most exclusive tickets in the hole Stadium.From this location you will be able to see every detail of the imposing floats, the perfection of the costumes and even the expressions full of emotion and the dance of each participant of the Samba School, which is so fascinating.Transportation - Shuttle service We have 2 departure times to the Sambadrome 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM (Note that depending on the hotel, the pickup time may vary)Transfers with Tour Guide.We offer to return options after completion of each Samba School performance.We can pick you up in 120 different hotel and Cruise Port.Important: It is not permitted to take the transfer with costumes.

Get a glimpse into the local street art scene in São Paulo during this private arts and culture tour. Follow your local guide around the city, stopping to view popular works of art in unlikely places like graffiti-covered alleys and streets. Learn about the local arts scene and the cultural impact it has on the city through your private guide's informative, engaging commentary.

See more of Rio in one action-packed day during this 9-hour sightseeing tour covering some of the city’s highlights. Live like a ‘Carioca’ (Rio local) as you explore the famous Copcabana neighborhood, enjoy the views during a cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, sample some snacks in the historic Urca area, and much more.

Explore Embu das Artes, an artist enclave in a charming town outside of São Paulo, during a private 4-hour tour. Follow your local arts guide through the quaint streets lined with galleries and workshops selling works of art and local handicrafts. Stop at Nossa Senhora do Rosário (Our Lady of the Rosary), a well-preserved 17th-century cathedral and the Museu de Arte Sacra (Museum of Sacred Art). Eat lunch at one of the local restaurants (own expense) before returning to São Paulo in your private tour vehicle.

Explore the historic and contemporary neighborhoods of downtown Rio de Janeiro on this food and history walking tour. Travel by subway and the new electric tram as you discover iconic areas such as Copacabana and the Olympic Boulevard, built for the 2016 Olympic games. Sample local delicacies on route as you listen to fascinating commentary from your guide.

See the colorful art that’s hidden throughout Rio de Janeiro on a half-day walking tour of the Gloria neighborhood, Praça Mauá, Olympic Boulevard, and Pedra do Sal, using the metro to explore the city. You’ll see a massive mosaic, landmark architecture, murals, Olympic art, and an area that overflows with samba and choro music. Walking through Rio with a local, art-loving guide means you’ll learn the stories behind each place you see, and the group size is limited to 12 people for a fun, flexible experience.

Enjoy all the energy of carnival in a unique exciting night of live samba dancing with beautiful samba dancers in a special group school rehearsal. The samba schools start practicing for Carnival way in advance. This means composing songs, dance practicing, creating the costumes and building the floats. Some of the big schools open up their doors to visitors to come witness a carnival rehearsal at the samba school. Don’t miss one of the best things to do in the city of samba and the perfect opportunity to be part of the spirit and magic that is behind one of the biggest events in the world the Rio Carnival!

The historic small town of Embu, located just outside São Paulo, is nicknamed the Brazilian City of Art thanks to its diverse galleries, studios, and street art. If you’re an art enthusiast, this private tour gives you the chance to explore an art scene more diverse than just about anywhere else in Brazil and take home unique pieces of original Brazilian art.

Get a glimpse into the local street art scene in Rio de Janeiro during this 4-hour arts and culture tour. Follow your local guide around the city, stopping to view popular works of art in unlikely places like a tunnel, a schoolyard and on the sides of buildings. Admire graffiti projects, murals and hit up a gallery/microbrewery in Leblon. Learn about the local arts scene and the cultural impact it has on the city through your guide's informative, engaging commentary. Snacks and transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle are included.