Brazil · City Tours

Full-Day Corcovado and Sugarloaf Tour with Barbecue Lunch

9 Hours Round trip from Rio de Janeiro Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Christ the Redeemer via the Paineiras route through Tijuca Forest
02 Ride the cable car to Urca Mountain and Sugarloaf Mountain
03 Enjoy a traditional Brazilian barbecue lunch in Copacabana
04 See the colorful Selarón Steps in Santa Teresa
05 Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and admire its stained glass
06 Take outside photo stops at Maracanã Stadium and the Sambadrome

Discover some of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic sights on this full-day city tour, combining panoramic viewpoints, famous landmarks, and a traditional Brazilian barbecue lunch. Travel through Tijuca Forest on the way to Corcovado and admire sweeping views from Christ the Redeemer, then ride the cable car in two stages up Sugarloaf Mountain for more unforgettable scenery over the city and coastline.

Along the way, continue exploring Rio’s cultural highlights with stops at the Selarón Steps and the Metropolitan Cathedral, plus outside photo stops at the Sambadrome and Maracanã Stadium. With hotel pickup included and entrance to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf covered, this tour offers a convenient way to experience Rio’s classic must-sees in one day.

Discover some of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic sights on this full-day city tour, combining panoramic viewpoints, famous landmarks, and a traditional Brazilian barbecue lunch.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Rio de Janeiro

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Corcovado

We visit to Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue going through the Paineiras route. The 20-minute drive to the base of the statue takes you through the Tijuca Forest and gives you a preview of the landscapes ahead. The statue stands 710 meters tall and from this vantage point, you’ll have sweeping views of the city.

Sugarloaf Mountain

The cable car ride to the top of the mountain is done in 2 stages: begin at the boarding station to Urca Mountain (224 meters) and then from Urca Mountain to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain (395 meters).

Morro da Urca

Part of the Sugarloaf.

Praia Vermelha

Located between the Sugarloaf Mountain and the Urca Mountain, the Praia Vermelha is a charming place.

Selarón Staircase

Located in Santa Teresa, the Selarón Steps are famous for its bright and colourfull tiles.

Catedral Metropolitana

The modern archtecture is very different from the traditional cathedrals we see out there. Enjoy the beautiful stained glasses and try to guess the biblical passages they got their inspiration from.

Maracanã

Football - or soccer, if you prefer - is part of the Brazilian life. We love to watch the games and share experiences with complete strangers that get together for one purpose: support their team on the field. The Maracanã Stadium is considered our temple and a sacred place for those who enjoy a great game. We can take pictures outside of the Stadium and share stories about our favorite matches.

Sambodromo

See the Carnival temple, the place where the magic happens. The Sambadrome opens only during carnival time. But we get to see the place from the outside and hear stories about the biggest carnival in the world.

Copacabana

Barbecue restaurant located in Copacabana. Enjoy the traditional Brazilian barbecue.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Rio de Janeiro 1 city · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Barbecue lunch (drinks and desserts not included)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to the Sugarloaf.
Entrance to the Christ the Redeemer.

What's Not Included

Entrance to the Sambodromo.
Entrance to the Maracana Stadium.

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Not wheelchair accessible
If requested, you must present a copy of ID.
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this tour.
The tour itinerary may change order, but the highlights remain.
BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. at least 24 hours before the start of the tour to inform location and confirm pickup time. Wait for the tour guide in the place informed on a visible location. Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Take care of your personal belongings as we are not responsible for items left in vehicles and/ or in places visited. We recommend that you carry all your belongings.
Pickup available for selected hotels in Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Centro. prior to departure to inform the hotel location and to confirm pickup time.