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Leave Rio for an 11–12 hour private excursion to Búzios, where granite headlands, distinct beaches and a lively seaside town await. This guided day trip mixes beach time, lookout stops and Rua das Pedras shopping with flexible pacing.
Leave Rio for an 11–12 hour private excursion to Búzios, where granite headlands, distinct beaches and a lively seaside town await. This guided day trip mixes beach time, lookout stops and Rua das Pedras shopping with flexible pacing.
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Operated by Rio de Janeiro Tours · Búzios, Rio de Janeiro
A soft salt wind arrives long before the peninsula does: the private vehicle peels away from Rio’s high-rises and slips along the coastal highway, the city shrinking behind you as sugar-white beaches and granite headlands begin to punctuate the horizon.
moderate.
11–12 hours.
Light to moderate fitness for short walks, stairs and some beach entry; able to manage transfers of 2–3 hours each way.
Pickup is offered from hotels in Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon—confirm your exact pickup point and time when you book.
Yes—most stops include free time for swimming, but conditions vary by beach and season; follow your guide’s safety advice.
Bottled water is included; meals are not, but the itinerary includes time for lunch in town or at a beachside restaurant—bring cash or card.
The tour is private with a maximum of four guests per booking, which allows itinerary flexibility.
Once a quiet fishing village, Búzios rose to international attention in the 1960s and evolved into a boutique resort town while retaining local caiçara traditions.
Many beaches are fragile; visitors should avoid trampling dunes, remove trash, and use reef-safe sunscreens to protect marine life.
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