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8-Hour Rio de Janeiro City Tour with Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf

8 Hours Round trip from Rio de Janeiro Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Ride the cogwheel train up Corcovado to visit Christ the Redeemer
  • 02 Take in Rio's dramatic setting between the mountains and the sea
  • 03 Drive past the famous beaches of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, and Leme
  • 04 Explore Santa Teresa and see the world-famous Selarón Staircase
  • 05 Visit the Sambódromo and Maracanã Stadium, two icons of Rio's culture

Experience the vibrancy of Brazil as you explore Rio de Janeiro's most iconic sights on this private tour. Visit Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, admire the famous beaches of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, and Leme, and discover landmarks such as the Selarón Staircase and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Along the way, take in the city's unique setting between mountains and sea while seeing some of its most celebrated attractions.

Enjoy views of the city, dramatically squeezed between the mountains and the sea.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Rio de Janeiro
Languages English, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Explore Rio's Iconic Landmarks and Scenic Neighbourhoods

  • Check in to your hotel in the morning and begin your tour with a visit to Christ the Redeemer, one of the most famous landmarks in the world.

  • Board a cogwheel train at Corcovado, which departs every 20 minutes, for the almost vertical ride to the top of the mountain.

  • Enjoy views of the city, dramatically squeezed between the mountains and the sea.

  • Continue in your private vehicle and admire the beauty of Rio de Janeiro's most famous beaches, including Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, and Leme, with your Brazilian tour guide.

  • Head to the Sambódromo, which hosts the annual carnival festivities and is the largest exhibition hall of the samba schools in Rio.

  • Visit Maracanã Stadium, one of the great temples of world football.

  • Continue to the lovely neighbourhood of Santa Teresa, home to various shops selling local handicrafts and great bars.

  • Stop to visit the Ruins Park, then head on to the Selarón Staircase, a world-famous staircase in Rio de Janeiro. It is the work of the Chilean artist Jorge Selarón, who called it "my homage to the Brazilian people."

  • Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and finally go to Sugarloaf Mountain, enjoying the breathtaking views and learning interesting stories about this beautiful monument.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Rio de Janeiro 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transfers from most hotels in Centro, São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema, and Copacabana
  • Private English-speaking Rio de Janeiro (Brazilian) tour guide
  • Private transportation

What's Not Included

  • Food and beverages

  • Tips

  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Bring money for food and beverages, tips, and personal expenses.

Know before you go

  • Entrance ticket to Corcovado is included only if the option is selected.
  • Cable car ticket is included only if the option is selected.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tour start
Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Rio de Janeiro.

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