Brazil · Beach & Island

Private Tour: Day Tour to Arraial do Cabo from Rio de Janeiro

12 Hours Round trip from Rio de Janeiro Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private day tour from Rio de Janeiro to Arraial do Cabo
02 Flexible itinerary tailored to your preferences
03 Round-trip private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
04 Time to enjoy Arraial do Cabo’s beaches and coastal scenery
05 Optional boat trip available at extra cost
06 Visit Praia dos Anjos, Praia do Farol, Praia do Forno, and Praia do Atalaia if option selected

Escape Rio for a private day trip to Arraial do Cabo, a coastal destination known for its striking beaches, white sand, and clear waters. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the scenic journey east before spending the day exploring the area at your own pace.

This flexible experience lets you customize your itinerary with your guide. Relax on the sand, take in the shoreline views, or choose to add an optional boat trip to discover places such as Praia dos Anjos, Praia do Farol, Praia do Forno, and Praia do Atalaia.

Escape Rio for a private day trip to Arraial do Cabo, a coastal destination known for its striking beaches, white sand, and clear waters.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Rio de Janeiro, Arraial do Cabo

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy the ride from Rio to Arraial do Cabo. Relax and enjoy the view.

Praia dos Anjos

Starting point of the boat trip if you choose a boat tour (if option selected).

Praia do Farol

If you choose the boat tour (not included), you must visit this crystal clear water beach. It has limited access per day to preserve the marine life.

Praia do Forno

If you choose the boat tour (not included), you must visit this place. Calm and translucid water ready for a swim.

Praia do Atalaia

If you choose the boat tour (not included), you must visit this place. Two beaches separated by a rock. Go to the Gruta do Amor to take nice pictures.

Arraial do Cabo

Enjoy the ride from Arraial do Cabo back to Rio de Janeiro.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Rio de Janeiro 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Lunch
Boat Trip
City tax of R$ 10 per person

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Children under the age of 4 are complimentary as they must sit on the parent’s lap.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
This tour is unavailable on Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and Carnival season.
Snorkeling equipment can be rented on location.
Duration of the transfer from Rio to Arraial do Cabo: approximately 2h30 hours.
Swimwear, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are recommended for this tour.
City Tax of R$ 10 per person must be paid in cash directly by the client on the day of the tour.
Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive.
The tour guide will deliver the ticket for the boat trip (if option selected) on the day of the tour. BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. at least 24 hours before the start of the tour to inform location and confirm pickup time. Wait for the tour guide in the place informed on a visible location. Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. Different age policies may apply according to each location. ID or copy is mandatory, even for children. Voucher is confirmed only by payment confirmation. The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis due to force majeure. Read our Cancellation Policy. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Carnival-related products have a specific cancellation policy. Take care of your personal belongings as we are not responsible for items left in vehicles and/ or in places visited. We recommend that you carry all your belongings.
Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Downtown (Centro). Contact us back to adjust the pickup time. For Barra da Tijuca/ Recreio we provide pick-up for an additional rate.