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Half-day Portuguese Royal Family Tour in Rio


Half-day Portuguese Royal Family Tour in Rio

4 hours

Easy


Half-day Portuguese Royal Family Tour in Rio
This tour is a gentle stroll through places that are connected to the Portuguese Royal Family. We will tell you amazing stories about the Portuguese Monarchy and details about their arrival in Brazil in 1808.
Starting with hotel pickup, we take you to the disembark location of the Royal Family. Find out more about the transference of the Portuguese Royal Court from Europe to Brazil. Funny stories and anecdotes are part of the tour. Then we walk up to the former main street that housed several members of the court. Find out how the houses were occupied by the aristocracy. Next, we head to the building used as office by the Portuguese King. Last, but not least, we visit the Museu Histórico Nacional. The vast collection of artifacts will mesmerize you. We focus on the items related to the Portuguese Royal Family.
This is a fun tour where we share funny stories and tell you facts about the Portuguese Royal Family. At the end, we go back to the hotel knowing a lot more about the Monarchy.
What's included?
    Tickets to enter the Museu Histórico Nacional
    Air-conditioned vehicle
    Exclusions
    • Food & drinks
    Lunch
    Pickup in Barra/ Recreio has additional rate of 10 USD (40 BRL) per person.
    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Infants must sit on your lap
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Infant seats unavailable
    • Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.
    • Non refundable in case of bad weather.
    • ID or copy is mandatory - including children.
    • Children under the age of 4 are free of charge and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the vehicle.
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
    • The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis.
    • Maximum vehicle capacity: 19 people.
    • BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. Contact Rio Carioca Tour [booking@riocariocatour.com.br/ +55 21 98806.5075] 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. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. 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 available for selected hotels in Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Centro. Contact us 24hrs prior to departure to inform the hotel location and to confirm pickup time.
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