Rio de Janeiro Trip Overview
What makes this tour unique is the fact that it includes most of the important sites to see in Rio, like Pepino beach in São Conrado, right where hang gliders land, as well as the famous Tijuca Forest (largest urban forest in the world), Christ the Redeemer at Corcovado mountain (elected one of the new 7 wonders of the world) and Santa Teresa ( the bohemian neighborhood) with its old houses, charming streets and its iconic Selaron Steps.
All of these tour spots for very affordable price, since it also includes the corcovado entry fee. We use from air conditioned 4 passenger cars, to vans that can transport up to 14 travellers.
We do not use big 45 seats buses in this tour. We prefer to work with smaller groups and give more attention to our clients.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Bus & Minivan Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
What makes this tour unique is the fact that it includes most of the important sites to see in Rio, like Pepino beach in São Conrado, right where hang gliders land, as well as the famous Tijuca Forest (largest urban forest in the world), Christ the Redeemer at Corcovado mountain (elected one of the new 7 wonders of the world) and Santa Teresa ( the bohemian neighborhood) with its old houses, charming streets and its iconic Selaron Steps.
All of these tour spots for very affordable price, since it also includes the corcovado entry fee. We use from air conditioned 4 passenger cars, to vans that can transport up to 14 travellers.
We do not use big 45 seats buses in this tour. We prefer to work with smaller groups and give more attention to our clients.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
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
Travelers will visit the statue of Christ and check all the beautiful views of Rio from the summit of Corcovado mountain
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Escadaria Selaron, Rua Joaquim Silva S/N, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20241-110 Brazil
The Great Madness (Escadaria Selaron) or Selaron steps , is a unique attraction. Many years ago, a south american artist called Selaron, decided to add tiles to the steps where he lived in Lapa area. Soon it became so popular that even Snoop Dogg came to shoot his famous video “Beautiful” with Pharell.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Parque Nacional da Tijuca, Estrada da Cascatinha 850 Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20531-590 Brazil
This lush tropical rainforest is the ideal place to check how nature and urban areas can perfectly coexist . Once there, you’ll see waterfalls, exotic plants and trees as well as animals such as the capuchin monkeys, Tucans, Quatis ( brazilian raccoons) and more.We also get to visit the Chinese View, a breathtaking outlook with great viewsof the south area of the city.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Pepino Beach, Sao Conrado, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Pepino beach is very popular for being the place where hang gliders and paragliders land, after taking off from Pedra Bonita and flying over São Conrado neighborhood and the tijuca forest. Once there we will be able to see its clear waters, the Gavea mountain and if we are lucky, some gliders flying in the air and landing on the beach .
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Santa Teresa, Rua Aurea, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20240-210 Brazil
We will drive through this old part of Rio, with its charming houses over the hills, stop for pictures at its lookouts while the famous Santa Teresa yellow trams pass by
Duration: 30 minutes
