Rio de Janeiro Trip Overview
Ride your bike along the nicest beaches of Rio, from Ipanema to Leblon and Arpoador! See Rio’s south end from a different perspective as you cycle around the gorgeous Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, then discover why locals love hanging out in Rio’s great botanical gardens oasis. Finish it up with a sunset view with the locals at Arpoador Rock.
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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
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Ride your bike along the nicest beaches of Rio, from Ipanema to Leblon and Arpoador! See Rio’s south end from a different perspective as you cycle around the gorgeous Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, then discover why locals love hanging out in Rio’s great botanical gardens oasis. Finish it up with a sunset view with the locals at Arpoador Rock.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Copacabana Beach, Av. Atlantica – Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22070-011 Brazil
First up, we’ll head off from Copacabana, cruising along the majestic Ipanema Beach. Explore the streets, people-watch in one of the city’s most scenic locations, and learn how this neighbourhood has been inspiring artists for decades.
Pass By: Canal do Jardim de Alah, Brazil
Then, leave the beach behind as you cycle through the picturesque Allah’s Garden, towards the massive Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, known simply to locals as the ‘lagoa.’
Stop At: Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Avenida Epitacio Pessoa, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22471-001 Brazil
We’ll stop by the lagoon’s entertainment area to enjoy a refreshing coconut water break and soak up the atmosphere of this popular spot.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Botanical Garden, Rua Jardim Botanico 1008 Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22460-000 Brazil
Once you’re refreshed, we’ll cycle over to the botanical gardens, where you can jump off your bike to enjoy a walking tour. Admire the stunning imperial palms, learn more about the garden’s history, and admire the vast orchid collection in the greenhouse.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Leblon Beach, Avenida Ataulfo de Paiva, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Then, jump back on your bike and cycle through the bohemian Baixo Gavea, returning to the seaside as we explore Leblon Beach. You’ll get a photo-worthy moment when we admire the great beach view from Leblon’s lookout point.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Ipanema Beach, Avenida Vieira Souto – Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22420-002 Brazil
We’ll cruise along the coast a bit more, passing by the famous Ipanema Beach before reaching Arpoador Beach.
Stop At: Arpoador beach, Avenida Francisco Bhering, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22080-050 Brazil
Now you’ll understand why the sunset is so special here at Arpoador Rock. Finally, we’ll ride back through Girl from Ipanema Park to reach Copacabana once again, where your Rio bike tour comes to an end.
This tour is recommended for those people looking to see the beach lifestyle of Rio as well as discover a newer part of the city that few tourists go to. If you’re looking for an excellent day out cycling the coast of Rio’s southern beaches, this is surely the tour for you!
Duration: 30 minutes
