8-Hour Rio de Janeiro Tour with Samba Experience and Viewpoints

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue and enjoy breathtaking views from Sugar Loaf Mountain
• 02 Explore the charming Santa Teresa neighbourhood, including Largo dos Guimarães Square and the vibrant Selarón Stairs
• 03 Immerse yourself in Rio's Carnaval spirit with a tour of a samba school warehouse
• 04 See the famous Sambadrome, the venue where Carnaval takes place

Discover some of Rio de Janeiro's most iconic highlights on this immersive tour, from Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Mountain to the charming streets of Santa Teresa. Admire stunning city views, explore the colourful Selarón Stairs and the unique Metropolitan Cathedral, and experience Rio's Carnaval spirit with a visit to a samba school warehouse. Return with unforgettable memories of this dynamic city.

Take a tour inside one of the samba schools' warehouses, learn all about the carnival, and dance.

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

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Rio Highlights, Santa Teresa and Carnaval Experience

• After pick-up, visit the Corcovado train station to take the train up the mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue.
• Behold Sugar Loaf and enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the city.
• Stop for lunch, then head to the charming neighbourhood of Santa Teresa, with a stop at Largo dos Guimarães Square.
• Continue to the Selarón Stairs, a beautiful staircase decorated with coloured tiles from around the world, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, known for its unique architecture.
• Make a quick stop at the Sambadrome, the venue where Carnaval takes place, and then enjoy the last visit of the day: Carnaval Experience. Take a tour inside one of the samba schools' warehouses, learn all about the carnival, and dance.
• Drop off at your location.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private car with driver
• Tour guide
• Pick-up and drop-off
• Bottled water and snacks

What's Not Included

• Tickets for the attractions
• Food and drinks

Know before you go

• Booking the Christ and Sugar Loaf tickets in advance (online) is recommended. Information on how to do it will be sent by email. Please check your inbox and spam folder.
• Pick-up and drop-off are only available at the hotel, airport, or seaport in Rio de Janeiro.
• Anti-COVID-19 precautions:
  • The guides will provide customers and staff with masks and hand sanitisers.
  • Cars will be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before and after each tour.
  • Touchpoints in the cars will be regularly disinfected during the tour.
  • Drive with windows partially open, as recommended by the authorities.
  • Crowds will be avoided as much as possible.

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.