Brazil · City Tours

8-Hour Rio de Janeiro Highlights Tour with Christ and Sugarloaf

8 Hours Round trip from Estr. da Cascatinha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Corcovado Mountain in the Carioca Range
  • 02 See the Christ the Redeemer statue, an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ
  • 03 Visit Sugarloaf Mountain at the mouth of Guanabara Bay
  • 04 Drive through Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world
  • 05 Discover the bohemian Lapa neighbourhood and Rio's cultural landmarks

Take a tour of Rio's most iconic attractions in just 8 hours. Drive through the lush Tijuca Forest and past some of the city's most popular beaches, then visit landmarks such as Corcovado, the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain, the Samba stadium, the bohemian Lapa neighbourhood, and the Opera House. This tour combines Rio's natural beauty, famous viewpoints, and cultural highlights in one memorable experience.

Make a stop at the Dona Marta Belvedere and take in the breathtaking panoramic view of Rio.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Rio de Janeiro, Lapa, Tijuca Forest
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Rio's Icons, Viewpoints, and Cultural Landmarks

  • Drive through the Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world.

  • Reach Corcovado Mountain, where the Christ Statue is located, and enjoy the only tourist spot with a 360-degree view of the entire area.

  • Make a stop at the Dona Marta Belvedere and take in the breathtaking panoramic view of Rio.

  • From the Christ the Redeemer statue, drive through some of Rio's most popular beaches and stop at the Leblon Belvedere, a viewpoint in the city.

  • Visit Sugarloaf Mountain and ride the oldest cable car system in Brazil, which has just turned 100 years old.

  • Eat lunch at a typical Brazilian restaurant and try some of the best dishes in town.

  • Head downtown to visit some of the city's modern as well as historical buildings and neighbourhoods.

  • Visit places such as the intriguing Metropolitan Church, the exciting Samba stadium, and the bohemian Lapa neighbourhood.

  • Explore Rio's beautiful Opera House, the most important historical site in the country, along with a few other interesting places that make this tour a memorable experience in the marvellous city.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Estr. da Cascatinha 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking tour guide

Know before you go

  • Private transportation and service for larger groups are available at a different cost.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Estr. da Cascatinha, 850 - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20531-590, Brazil
Tour start
Estr. da Cascatinha, 850 - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20531-590, Brazil
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Estr. da Cascatinha.

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