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Full-Day Tour of Rio: Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps and More

Name: Full-Day Tour of Rio: Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps and More
Start: 2026-06-19T08:00:00
End: 2026-06-19T16:00:00
Location: Rio de Janeiro

Child posing on colorful Selarón Steps in Rio de Janeiro.

Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro with cityscape and ocean.

Crowd at Maracanã Stadium entrance, Rio de Janeiro, with a statue of a football player.

Red train traveling through lush Tijuca Forest in Rio de Janeiro.

Duration

8 hrs

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Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Explore Rio in a day with guided visits to Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps, and more with lunch, transport & entry fees included.

See Christ the Redeemer up close, ride the scenic Corcovado train or the official van, and marvel at panoramic city views from Sugarloaf Mountain.

Stroll the vibrant Selarón Steps, visit the modern Metropolitan Cathedral, and enjoy external stops at Maracanã and the Sambadrome.

Savor an all-you-can-eat Brazilian barbecue lunch at a traditional rodizio steakhouse, or go for a simpler executive lunch.

8 to 9-hour day tour of Rio

Round-trip hotel transfers in an AC vehicle

Pick-up/drop-off from hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon) and Barra da Tijuca

Expert Portuguese, English, and Spanish-speaking guide

Entry to Sugarloaf Mountain with cable car rides

Entry to Christ the Redeemer with van or train transfer (as per option selected)

Stops at Sambadrome, Selarón Staircase, and Metropolitan Cathedral

External tour Maracanã

Executive or BBQ lunch (as per option selected)

All taxes, fees, and handling charges

TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 9 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Van
Start point
Hotels in South Zone
1. Cosme Velho station
Tickets included
10 min
Hop aboard the charming cogwheel train from Cosme Velho, winding through lush Tijuca Forest with postcard-perfect views on your way up to Rio’s most iconic wonder.
20 min
5 km
2. Christ the Redeemer
Tickets included
24 min by a/c van
12 km
Passes By
Maracanã Football Stadium
3. Sambódromo
Free Admission
10 min
6 min by a/c van
3 km
4. Metropolitan Cathedral
Tickets not included
10 min
4 min by a/c van
2 km
5. Selarón Steps
Free Admission
10 min
13 min by a/c van
8 km
6. Urca Hill
Tickets included
20 min
20 min
2 km
7. Sugarloaf Mountain
Tickets included
70 min
15 min by a/c van
5 km
End point
Hotels in South Zone
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 9 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Van
Start point
Hotels in South/Downtown/West Zones
1. Christ the Redeemer
Tickets included
Gaze up at Christ the Redeemer, Rio’s most famous landmark. With arms outstretched over the city, it’s the perfect spot for epic photos and breathtaking panoramas.
24 min by a/c van
12 km
Passes By
Maracanã Football Stadium
2. Sambódromo
Free Admission
10 min
6 min by a/c van
3 km
3. Metropolitan Cathedral
Tickets not included
10 min
4 min by a/c van
2 km
4. Selarón Steps
Free Admission
10 min
13 min by a/c van
8 km
5. Urca Hill
Tickets included
20 min
20 min
2 km
6. Sugarloaf Mountain
Tickets included
70 min
15 min by a/c van
5 km
End point
Hotels in South/Downtown/West Zones
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Proulx M
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
A super touristy tour, just as expected! It went well despite the "huge" crowd of visitors. It all came down to our guide, Luciana, who is undoubtedly one of the best in the area: friendly, experienced, knowledgeable, and efficient! Thanks to the whole team for a great tour ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Francisco V
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Dynamism and empathy provided by the assigned guide.
John D
Solo
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Great choices of stops. Very smooth trip. We have enough time for each stop. Our tour guide is also wonderful.
Carlos Z
Family
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Maris B
Solo
Verified booking
Dec 2025

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the tour vehicles.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

The itinerary order may be subject to change based on traffic conditions or weather.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are available only from major hotels in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme, and Barra da Tijuca. Hostels and B&Bs are not included; guests will be directed to the nearest departure hotel if needed.

If your hotel is not available for pickup, the team will direct you to the nearest departure hotel.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.