Rio de Janeiro Trip Overview
Embark on this full-day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with a guide and visit Rio de Janeiro’s top landmarks and highlights.
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.
We also visit the Sugar Loaf. 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).
Let’s also stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Arcos da Lapa with the traditional Selarón Staircase, the Sambadrome and the Maracanã Stadium.
This tour includes tour guide, tickets to the Christ the Redeemer and the Sugarloaf, Buffet lunch and round-trip transportation.
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Duration: 9 hours
Starts: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Rio de Janeiro, , Brazil
Embark on this full-day Rio de Janeiro City Tour with a guide and visit Rio de Janeiro’s top landmarks and highlights.
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.
We also visit the Sugar Loaf. 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).
Let’s also stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Arcos da Lapa with the traditional Selarón Staircase, the Sambadrome and the Maracanã Stadium.
This tour includes tour guide, tickets to the Christ the Redeemer and the Sugarloaf, Buffet lunch and round-trip transportation.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Corcovado – Christ the Redeemer, Estrada Redentor – Alto da Boa Vista Parque Nacional da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22241-330 Brazil
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sugarloaf Mountain, Av. Pasteur, 520 – Urca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22290-255 Brazil
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).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Morro da Urca, Praia Vermelha, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22290-270 Brazil
Part of the Sugarloaf.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Praia Vermelha, Praia Vermelha, Ilha Grande, Angra Dos Reis, State of Rio de Janeiro
Located between the Sugarloaf Mountain and the Urca Mountain, the Praia Vermelha is a charming place.
Stop At: Escadaria Selaron, Rua Joaquim Silva S/N, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20241-110 Brazil
Located in Santa Teresa, the Selarón Steps are famous for its bright and colourfull tiles.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, Avenida Republica do Chile 245, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031-170 Brazil
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai, Rua Marques de Sapucai, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22640-100 Brazil
The Sambodromo is the Carnival Temple and the place we compete every year in the biggest celebration of carnival in the planet.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Av. Pres. Castelo Branco, Portao 3 Portao 3 – Maracana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20271-130 Brazil
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai, Rua Marques de Sapucai, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22640-100 Brazil
See the Carnival temple, the place where the magic happens. The Sambadrome opens only during carnival time.
Duration: 30 minutes
