Itinerary Overview
Enjoy a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro and experience all the classic attractions of this vibrant city. Start by visiting the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue atop Corcovado Mountain, then admire the magnificent panoramic views outside Maracanã Stadium. Make brief stops at Sambódromo, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Selarón Steps. After lunch at a steakhouse, take a cable car up to Sugarloaf Mountain for breathtaking views.
Depart from your hotel in Rio and drive to the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain—one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The short, scenic journey takes you through Tijuca Forest before unveiling breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Then, drive past the legendary Maracanã Stadium (exterior view) and head to the Sambadrome – the venue for Rio's spectacular Carnival. Visit the unique Metropolitan Cathedral, a modern architectural marvel inspired by Mayan pyramids. Admire the world-famous Selarón Steps, renowned for their vibrant mosaic tiles, one of Rio de Janeiro's most distinctive landmarks. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious grilled lunch at a local steakhouse.
After lunch, we will head to Sugarloaf Mountain located in the Urca neighborhood. Take two cable cars, first reaching Urca Mountain, then continuing the ascent to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain at an elevation of 1,295 feet (395m). We'll conclude the journey with a breathtaking panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro.
Meeting point
D1 Rio de Janeiro Tour start time: 8:30 AM Pickup location: Round-trip shuttle service provided from major hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme) and West Zone (Barra da Tijuca)
Drop-off location *For reference only. The actual location will be arranged by the guide.
D1 Rio de Janeiro
full-day
Other information:
Round-trip transfer service is available from major hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme) and West Zone (Barra da Tijuca).
· We do not provide transfer service from hostels or guesthouses. Travelers staying at hostels or guesthouses will be informed of the check-in time and directed to the nearest hotel for pickup.
· Daily departure at 8:30 AM, with a duration of 8 hours.
· Pick-up & drop-off at the hotel will be conducted before the activity begins.
· Please contact us to confirm the pick-up time.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Free for children aged 2 and under, provided they do not occupy a seat.
· Maximum group size: 19 people
Note: The times listed on this webpage are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, traffic congestion, accidents, holiday events, riots, or strikes. We appreciate your understanding. If you have connecting travel arrangements requiring other transportation to another city, we strongly recommend allowing at least 3 hours of buffer time to avoid inconvenience caused by potential delays. Our company will not be responsible for any losses resulting from self-arranged itineraries due to insufficient buffer time. Thank you for your understanding.
Inclusions:
- Full-day Rio de Janeiro city tour by air-conditioned minivan
- All taxes and service fees
- Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain admission ticket
- Brazilian steakhouse churrasco buffet lunch
- Professional guides offering on-site buided commentary in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
- Pick-up & drop-off service for hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme) and West Zone (Barra da Tijuca)
Not included:
- Drinks and desserts (available for purchase)
- gratuities (optional)
- Any items not covered in the above inclusions