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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
See Rio’s top attractions on this full-day shore excursion and make the most of your limited time in the city. In the morning, you'll enjoy a panoramic city tour and have the opportunity to ride a cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain. After lunch, you'll travel through by van up to the Christ Redeemer Statue. After your visit head on to catch some pictures from the colorful Selaron Steps before heading back to the Port and celebrating a day well spent!
Roundtrip transfer to most hotels in São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana
Panoramic city tour
Cable Car Ticket to Sugar Loaf Access
Van Ticket to Christ Redeemer Statue Access
Barbecue Lunch (Vegetarian options available) - On option with Lunch only.
Professional Guide with Live tour Commentary in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Optional Gratuities
Beverages
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Roundtrip Transfer to Rio de Janeiro's Port.
Meeting point is Cruise Terminal Pier Mauá - The guide will be waiting for you at the
exit gate of the Cruise Terminal 4 (right in front of the Kobra Mural), and will walk with you to the vehicle.
Traveler pickup
Rio de Janeiro's Port
Pier Maua, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Meeting point is Cruise Terminal Pier Mauá - The guide will be waiting for you at the
exit gate of the Cruise Terminal 4 (right in front of the Kobra Mural), and will walk with you to the vehicle.
Guanabara Palace, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil You will pass through the historic Laranjeiras neighborhood, which hosts the Guanabara Palace, the ancient home of Princess Isabel who signed the Golden Law to free all slaves. Nowadays, the Palace is the official headquarters of the government of Rio de Janeiro.
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Before reaching downtown you will pass next to the Sambodrome, where the Samba School Parade happens every year.
Rio de Janeiro Historic City Center, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil A comprehensive city tour of downtown area. Take a panoramic tour through historical streets and buildings and get to know stories and curiosities of this prominent area. Get nice perspectives of the traditional Cinelândia Square with its historical buildings, and take a look at the Municipal Theater with its Art Nouveau Architecture.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil See from outside and get inside the iconic Metropolitan Cathedral which was built in a pyramidal form with an internal diameter of 96 meters and a height of 80 meters. 15 minutes
Aterro Do Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil You will make your way to Urca through Aterro do Flamengo and its parks, designed by Burle Marx and hear all about Brazil’s participation in World War II as well as the founding of the city back in the late 1500s, just before arriving to Sugar Loaf.
Morro da Urca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil The first cable car takes you to Urca Hill, a vantage point 215 meters high for which already grants beautiful views of Guanabara Bay and its islands, Flamengo and Botafogo beaches, Santos Dummont Airport, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, Urca’s neighborhood and Corcovado Mountain. 10 minutes
Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil A second cable car takes you up to the top. When you get there, you will understand why Rio is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. At 395 meters you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from Copacabana beach, Niterói and the Santa Cruz fortress. From up there, you will have no trouble understanding why Rio is nicknamed “Wonderful City”. 40 minutes
R. Visc. de Pirajá, 112 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22410-003, Brazil After visiting Sugar Loaf Mountain, you will head down to an all-you-can-eat-style barbecue house. Brazilian Churrascarias (Barbecue places) offer a wide variety of sides and alternative options, in case you decide to stick with a vegetarian option, you will still leave delighted. Lunch is included only if option selected. If selecting an option without lunch, our guide will offer a variety of nearby suggestions that can fit any budget or taste! 80 minutes
Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Pass through this unique and charming neighborhood.
Escadaria Selaron, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil The beautiful steps done in ceramic by artist Jorge Selarón are one of a kind. You will have about 10 minutes or so to contemplate it .
10 minutes
Parque Nacional da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Pass by the park in a van ride to get to the Corcovado Mountain
Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Upon arriving at the Statue, you will have two options of reaching the top, by a lift and then an escalator, or the traditional way, by stairs, 222 Steps, but the prize makes it all worthwhile. Once up, the views and the imposing statue will take your mind off the walk up! Looking up you will feel blessed and protected by this beautiful monument of Christ with open arms, now one of the new Seven Wonders of the World! From up there you can see most of the city, all of the south zone and all the way to Niteroi. A unique view that will astound you. You will have about 40 minutes to get to know all the sides and views of Corcovado and take pictures. 40 minutes
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Barbecue Lunch (Vegetarian options available) - On option with Lunch. If selecting an option without lunch, our guide will offer a variety of nearby suggestions that can fit any budget or taste!
It is recommended to wear light clothes, sunscreen and sunglasses
The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation
Tour runs in any weather
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Derkjo
21 Apr 2024
Fantastic tour with Sisi, spontaneous guide gave clear explanations and took all the time. Visited the famous highlights, Jesus statue, the Cathedral, sugar mountain. A delicious lunch to end.
This tour in
Southeast Brazil
is organized by
Gray Line Brazil
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