Brazil · City Tours

Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Lunch and Small Group City Tour

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
02 Ride the cable car to Morro da Urca and Sugarloaf Mountain
03 Drive through Tijuca Forest, one of the world’s largest urban forests
04 See the colourful Selarón Steps in Santa Teresa
05 Visit the modern Metropolitan Cathedral
06 Stop by the Sambodromo and the exterior of Maracanã Stadium
07 Buffet lunch included
08 Small-group full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro

Discover Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic sights on this full-day small-group city tour, combining famous landmarks, panoramic viewpoints, and cultural highlights in one memorable day. Travel through Tijuca Forest on the way to Corcovado, visit Christ the Redeemer, and take the two-stage cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain for sweeping views over the city.

Along the way, see some of Rio’s best-known attractions, including the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Sambodromo, and the exterior of Maracanã Stadium. With buffet lunch, entrance tickets to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf, and guided touring included, this experience is a convenient way to explore the city’s must-see highlights.

Discover Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic sights on this full-day small-group city tour, combining famous landmarks, panoramic viewpoints, and cultural highlights in one memorable day.

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

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

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Floresta da Tijuca

The largest urban forest in the planet. We will take you on a panoramic view. By minivan, we go through the Tijuca Forest and stop at the Visitor's Center inside the Paineiras. This is the place where we take the minivan from the Corcovado to get to the Christ, the Redeemer.

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

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 complex.

Selaron Steps

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.

Sambodromo

The Sambodromo is the Carnival Temple and the place we compete every year in the biggest celebration of carnival in the planet.

Estadio do Maracana

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.

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

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

What's Not Included

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Entrance to the Sambodromo.
Entrance to the Maracana Stadium.

Know before you go

STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
We contact you back in order to provide proper pickup time. Check your emails and/or cell phone.
Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer request ID for children in order to confirm the age discount. If requested, you must present a copy of ID.
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Not wheelchair accessible
This tour is unavailable on Carnival season.
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. Contact Rio Carioca Tour 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. Different age policies may apply according to each location. ID or copy is mandatory, even for children. Voucher is confirmed only by payment confirmation. The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis due to force majeure. Read our Cancellation Policy. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Carnival-related products have a specific cancellation policy. 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 is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Downtown (Centro). Contact us back to adjust the pickup time. The pickup between 08:00 am and 09:30 am.