Brazil · City Tours

4-Days Discovery the Best of Rio de Janeiro

4 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Rio de Janeiro. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain
  • 02 Ride the train up Corcovado and cable cars to Sugarloaf
  • 03 Explore Tijuca Forest on a half-day Jeep tour
  • 04 See views from the Chinese Viewpoint
  • 05 Spot tropical wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, and exotic birds
  • 06 Watch hang gliders at Pepino Beach
  • 07 Enjoy a folk show at Ginga Tropical at night
  • 08 Stay 3 nights in a 4-star hotel with breakfast included

Discover Rio de Janeiro over four memorable days, combining the city’s most iconic landmarks with nature, culture, and comfortable 4-star accommodation. From the heights of Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain to the lush scenery of Tijuca Forest, this itinerary is designed to showcase the best of Rio’s landscapes and atmosphere.

Travel with included transfers, breakfast, guided sightseeing, and entrance tickets as you take in panoramic views, explore one of the world’s largest urban forests, and enjoy an evening folk show. It’s a well-rounded introduction to Rio for travellers who want to experience its famous highlights with ease.

Discover Rio de Janeiro over four memorable days, combining the city’s most iconic landmarks with nature, culture, and comfortable 4-star accommodation.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Rio de Janeiro, Tijuca Forest
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Day 1: Arrival in Rio de Janeiro

Welcome to Rio de Janeiro! Arrival at Rio de Janeiro's international airport and private transfer to the hotel.

Once you’re settled in, you’ll have the rest of the day free to explore at your own pace or relax in the hotel facilities.

Accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Rio.

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Day 02

Day 2: Half Day Visit to Sugar Loaf & entrance tickets to Corcovado

We will depart from the hotel after breakfast to visit the most famous landmarks of the city and enjoy the natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro from above. After a panoramic tour of the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, we will arrive at the base of Corcovado Hill. Board a comfortable train that ascends the mountain, where the Christ the Redeemer statue stands 700 meters above sea level. Chosen as one of the 7 "New Wonders of the World." Upon reaching the top, you can use the panoramic elevators or escalators to reach the base of the statue. There, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro.

Next, we will visit the world-famous "Pão de Açúcar" (Sugarloaf Mountain). The trip to the top is made in crystal-clear cable cars. The first cable car takes passengers to the summit of Urca Hill, which rises 215 meters above sea level and offers spectacular views of the entire bay and surrounding islands. From Urca Hill, the journey continues on a second cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, which rises 395 meters above sea level and offers breathtaking views of the entire city, including the beaches of Botafogo and Copacabana, Corcovado Hill, and downtown Rio de Janeiro.

Accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Rio.

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Day 03

Day 3: Half-day Jeep Tour of Tijuca Forest & Samba Show at night!

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a half-day Jeep tour at Tijuca Forest!

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We will explore the stunning Tijuca Atlantic Forest, the largest urban forest in the world. Along the way, we will make a stop at the Chinese Viewpoint, offering magnificent views of Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, Guanabara Bay, and Sugarloaf Mountain.

(Access by car to the Chinese Viewpoint is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.)

During the tour, you will have the chance to observe tropical animals such as monkeys, sloths, and exotic birds. On the way back to the hotel, we will stop at Pepino Beach to watch hang gliders soaring through the sky. Return to the hotel.

Accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Rio.

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Day 04

Day 4: Transfer out to Rio de Janeiro Airport

Breakfast at the hotel and at night, transfer from the hotel to the international airport of Rio de Janeiro to board your return flight

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The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Rio de Janeiro. 2 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • 3-Night Accommodation at the selected hotel
  • Transfers In/Out in private
  • Full Day in Sugarloaf and Corcovado (tickets, guide, transportation)
  • Half Day Jeep tour in Tijuca Forest
  • Folk show at Ginga Tropical at night

What's Not Included

  • Additional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and other service stuff
  • Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary

Know before you go

  • Starting April 10, 2025, citizens of the United States and Canada will be required to obtain an electronic visa (e-visa) to enter Brazil.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Rates subject to availability
  • The rates do not apply for special dates such as Christmas, New Year's, Carnival, etc. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This package is non-refundable and cannot be modified or canceled.
  • If you are solo traveler, you will have Single base occupancy; If you are two or more, you will have Double base occupancy. If single base is required, we can certainly quote.
  • We are not responsible for any changes or modifications that need to be made due to the lack of information submission or incomplete or incorrect information provided. Any adjustments that involve extra costs will be at the passenger’s expense. Before traveling and/or purchasing your ticket, we recommend that you check with the relevant embassy or consulate for the necessary documentation to travel (travel documents, customs, health, among others). You can also consult the International Air Transport Association (IATA) website. It is the passenger's responsibility to be informed about the requirements set by the different authorities.
  • A visa is required for U.S., Canadian, and Australian citizens who wish to visit Brazil.
  • Pick up will be at the Rio de Janeiro International Airport (Galeão International Airport)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Rio de Janeiro.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Rio de Janeiro.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Rio de Janeiro..

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