Manu was kind enough to take my family of seven on Christmas Eve around to all of the sights in Rio. He was very informative and knowledgable. He speaks several languages fluently. He was great with the kids and a pleasure to get to know. It was really perfect. More

We took three ToursbyLocals tours during our recent South American cruise, and could not have been happier with every one of them. In all three cities -- Buenos Aires, Montevideo, and Rio de Janeiro -- our guides were professional, knowledgeable, personable and proficient. Based on our experiences, I have no hesitation in recommending ToursbyLocals most highy for those who want... More

I went to Rio on a business trip in May 2011. Being a culinary professional I was very interested in learning about the culinary traditions and culture of Rio. Gisela was recommended by another tour company as being an expert in that field. And they were right. Gisela has been in the restaurant business for most of her life and... More

Morris Fine, United States My wife and I enjoyed an outstanding experience with Carlos de Salle. He was on time, personable and knowledgeable, and made our two day tour a memorable experience. He showed us the places we had read about plus several that he knew and which we enjoyed immensely. We went to the Christ the Redeemer Statue, of... More