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15 Private Car Days in Brazil Worth Booking

30 tours  ·  from $9 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 private car days justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Private Transfer GIG International Airport To or From Rio de Janeiro - The drive into Rio, usually about two hours
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Private Transfer GIG International Airport To or From Rio de Janeiro

1.Private Transfer GIG International Airport To or From Rio de Janeiro

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 109 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Book a private, air-conditioned transfer between Rio’s GIG Airport, cruise terminal, and hotel for up to four people. Your driver tracks your flight and waits with a name sign after arrivals. Round-trip bookings are available, though vehicle size, language skills, and airport meeting instructions can vary.

“Very comfortable ride- my driver Alex was very friendly and drove safely. Gave advice on restaurants and tour sites”

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Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas - Why a private transfer can be worth the price
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Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas

2.Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 98 reviews

Travel privately from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas in about 50 minutes. You get an air-conditioned vehicle for your group of up to four, with a route that passes Boa Viagem Beach. WhatsApp communication, polite drivers, and clean vehicles are reported strengths, but you should confirm that the operator received your reservation and flight details.

“Bruno was great. Very polite, good driver and very helpful. I hope we have him as our driver on the way back to Recife”

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Exclusive Private Rio Tour: Guide & Private Car/Driver - Christ the Redeemer and Rio from above
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Exclusive Private Rio Tour: Guide & Private Car/Driver

3.Exclusive Private Rio Tour: Guide & Private Car/Driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) Top rated

Join Bruno of Boston Bruno Tours for a private Rio day with an air-conditioned car, driver, bottled water, and personal guiding. Visit Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, the cathedral, São Bento Monastery, Kobra’s Etnias mural, and Valongo Wharf. Admission to Christ and Sugarloaf is extra.

“For us, travel is not a hobby... it’s an obsession. We have taken dozens of private tours throughout the world, but Bruno’s “Unforgettable Rio: Private Day Tour” clearly stands out as the very best experience to date. To start with: Many tour operators commonly offer knowledgeable, energetic guides; however, Bruno is unique in that he utilizes a personal driver providing door-to-door service at each site. Worded differently, there is literally no wasted down-time navigating limited street parking and/or crowded parking lots. Bruno mentioned that he is was born in Brazil, but lived in the USA for 20+ years; therefore, he is beyond fluent in both English and Portuguese. This ability...”

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Private Bilingual Transfer - City of Rio de Janeiro - The return trip from your hotel
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Private Bilingual Transfer – City of Rio de Janeiro

4.Private Bilingual Transfer – City of Rio de Janeiro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Book a private, air-conditioned Rio transfer for up to three people. Your bilingual driver meets you at the airport with a name sign, tracks flight changes, and takes you to your hotel, port, or another city address. Drivers such as Vitor, Cezar, Thiago, and Antonio may add local tips along the way.

“Great communication from the time our plane laneded! John sent a pic so we would know exactly who to look for! He escorted us to the car, had cold water ready along with some Brazilian chocolate. He even answered questions along the trip and told us some places to go.”

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Transfer from Jeri JJD Airport to Jericoacoara Village - Why a Hilux matters on this road
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Transfer from Jeri JJD Airport to Jericoacoara Village

5.Transfer from Jeri JJD Airport to Jericoacoara Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 40 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

This private airport transfer takes you from Jericoacoara Airport to your inn, hotel, or host in the village in a Toyota Hilux 4x4. Expect a 40-minute to one-hour ride, part on asphalt and part along the beach. Ed, Edicarlo, and the JeriTur team handle transfers, with room for up to four people per vehicle.

“Excellent transfer service. I had an issue with one of my bags at the airport. My driver was patient, waited for me, and was very helpful. I highly recommend.”

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Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Maragogi - The important destination confusion: Maragogi or Porto de Galinhas
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Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Maragogi

6.Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Maragogi

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 63 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Arrange a private, air-conditioned ride for your group of up to four between Recife and Maragogi. The trip takes about two hours and offers door-to-door convenience instead of sharing a vehicle. Confirm your pickup details carefully, since the published information also mentions Porto de Galinhas and gives limited route detail.

“Quando cheguei não estavam nos esperando. Tento contato para reebolso e não consigo. Péssima experiência”

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Private Transfer to and from Jeri Airport to Vila de Jeri - Arriving at Jeri Airport
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Private Transfer to and from Jeri Airport to Vila de Jeri

7.Private Transfer to and from Jeri Airport to Vila de Jeri

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 50 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Travel privately between Jeri Airport and Vila de Jeri in an air-conditioned vehicle, with a driver waiting by name on arrival and collecting you at your hotel for the return. The 50-minute to one-hour route crosses stretches of beach and dunes inside Jericoacoara National Park. Service is for up to four people.

“Excelente experiência de Transfer para Jericoacoara. Muito atenciosos, me enviaram todas opções de passeios da região.”

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Transfer Out - From your Hotel in Natal to the Airport - The drive to Greater Natal International Airport
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Transfer Out – From your Hotel in Natal to the Airport

8.Transfer Out – From your Hotel in Natal to the Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $20

This one-way Wheltour transfer takes you from your Natal hotel to Greater Natal International Airport in about 50 minutes to 1 hour. You meet the driver at your hotel reception with your bags and hotel account settled, then go directly to the airport. Drivers and guides may include Pacheco, Rose, Janaína, or Paulo.

“We booked the Transfer a few days before our flight. They didn't contact us, didn't give us any pick up time. When we tried to reach them, we couldn't get through. They never showed up and we almost missed our flights. We asked for refund, but they ignored us. They haven't replied up to this day and we still don't have our money back.”

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Rio de Janeiro Airport Roundtrip Private Transfer - What the airport pickup feels like
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Rio de Janeiro Airport Roundtrip Private Transfer

9.Rio de Janeiro Airport Roundtrip Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 40 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $137

Book a private round trip between GIG or SDU and your Rio hotel. Give your flight, hotel, and return pickup details, then meet a driver after customs. Guides such as Gus and Maria Fatima have helped with Rio tips en route, but confirm vehicle size and return arrangements carefully.

“Everything went great! Pick up was right on time and shuttle went straight to the airport. Gus speaks wonderful English and is so warm and helpful. He is very knowledgeable and pointed out not on the history but told us much about the culture of this great city. Worth every dollar we paid.”

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Transfer from Jericoacoara to JJD airport - What the 40-minute to one-hour ride means
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Transfer from Jericoacoara to JJD airport

10.Transfer from Jericoacoara to JJD airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 40 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Travel from your chosen address in Jericoacoara to Comandante Ariston Pessoa Airport in a private 4x4 vehicle. Ed or Edi may handle the drive, with air conditioning, careful road handling, and direct WhatsApp communication reported as useful features. The ride takes about 40 minutes to 1 hour for groups of up to four.

“All perfect as combined in the marked hr, car clean and in perfect condition. I recommend to anyone who needs a transferAuto-translated”

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Guarulhos Airport Transfer to Viracopos Airport or Campinas City - The drive to Viracopos or Campinas
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Guarulhos Airport Transfer to Viracopos Airport or Campinas City

11.Guarulhos Airport Transfer to Viracopos Airport or Campinas City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Guarulhos Airport to Viracopos Airport or an address in Campinas in an air-conditioned car for up to four people. Drivers such as Sergio, Francisco, Alexandre, and Roberto have more than 10 years of São Paulo traffic experience. Pickup is arranged in advance, often with a name sign and WhatsApp contact.

“This Taxi company provided a great customer service: the car was very good, the driver was punctual and very attentive, and we had a great conversation all the way to my destination.”

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Private VIP Paradise Ilha Grande Speed Boat and Transfer from Rio - Praia do Funil and its shallow natural pool
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Private VIP Paradise Ilha Grande Speed Boat and Transfer from Rio

12.Private VIP Paradise Ilha Grande Speed Boat and Transfer from Rio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.)

Travel from Rio to Ilha Grande in a private air-conditioned vehicle, then spend the day on a comfortable speedboat with guide Tatiana, Romeu, or Angelica. Swim at Lagoa Azul, stop at quiet beaches, visit a historic church, and eat lunch by the water. The day is flexible, but the drive can be long.

“This was our favorite adventure in Brasil. Tatiana was a splendid host, explaining the vibe and culture of each island in detail. We were the only people on some beaches so it was a super private experience. Make sure to arrive with an appetite! Tatiana took us to a lovely restaurant with fresh seafood for lunch. Bonus, we saw sea turtles.”

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Transfer back and forth to Gramado/Canela de Porto Alegre/Caxias - A private ride with no shared stops
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Transfer back and forth to Gramado/Canela de Porto Alegre/Caxias

13.Transfer back and forth to Gramado/Canela de Porto Alegre/Caxias

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)

Book a private transfer for up to four people between Porto Alegre or Caxias and Gramado or Canela. Your driver meets you in the landing hall, helps you board a clean vehicle, and takes you to your hotel. Rodrigo Rocha and the Curta Serra Gaúcha team handle pre-trip contact and timing.

“A fantastic experience! The driver was very skilled, the car was spotless, and the staff were incredibly hospitable.”

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Transfer 4x4 Regular Service Fortaleza - Jericoacoara - What the 4.5-hour ride is really like
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Transfer 4×4 Regular Service Fortaleza – Jericoacoara

14.Transfer 4×4 Regular Service Fortaleza – Jericoacoara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $85

Travel from Fortaleza International Airport to Jericoacoara in an air-conditioned 4x4 shared by no more than four people. Expect roughly 4.5 hours of sea views, dunes, and natural lagoons, with a possible lunch stop. The service offers 24-hour support, space for surfboards or kite gear, and pickup options.

“Unfortunately, the booked transfer was cancelled, although I really had to. It put me in awkward circumstances.Auto-translated”

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Favela Tour in Rio with Transfer service - Rocinha: two hours among homes, shops, and steep lanes
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Favela Tour in Rio with Transfer service

15.Favela Tour in Rio with Transfer service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $50

This four-hour Rio tour takes you by air-conditioned vehicle from Copacabana to either Rocinha or Vidigal, depending on the day. Local guides such as Hélio, Dario, Carla, and Elio lead walks through steep lanes, explain community life, and point out schools, shops, homes, viewpoints, and local projects. Expect stairs, a long walk, and possible traffic.

“Dario was great as a tour guide. Didn’t expect the very long walk up to the middle of the favela. It was not like what you see in the movies you really got a feel for how the other half of Brazilian life goes on.”

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