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Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

By Gregtur Turismo
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$152 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro in a full-day tour that combines convenience, comfort, and expert guidance. This experience includes lunch, admission tickets, and transport for a seamless exploration of the Marvellous City

Visit top attractions such as the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf Mountain, along with other must-see landmarks that showcase Rio’s unique beauty and culture.

Highlights of this tour include:

  • Exploring Rio without stress on a thoughtfully planned, full-day sightseeing adventure.
  • Perfect for first-time visitors to get their bearings while uncovering the city’s most famous sights.
  • Covering more landmarks in less time with efficient air-conditioned transport.
  • Gaining personalised recommendations from your guide to enhance the rest of your stay in Rio.

Whether you're marvelling at breathtaking views, learning about Rio’s rich history, or discovering hidden gems, this tour is designed to ensure an unforgettable experience.

Activity location

  • Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
    • Estrada Redentor - Alto da Boa Vista, Parque Nacional da Tijuca
    • 22241-330, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
    • Estrada Redentor - Alto da Boa Vista, Parque Nacional da Tijuca
    • 22241-330, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Christ & Sugarloaf ONLY: 6hour

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Shorter express experience: Ideal for travellers with limited time in Rio or short stays in the city.
Duration: 6 hours: A shorter Rio experience focused on the city’s two main landmarks.
No lunch included: This express version does not include lunch or meal stops.
Christ & Sugarloaf Only: Visit only Rio’s two most iconic attractions, Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, without additional sightseeing
Pickup included

Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
NZ$152.44 x 1 AdultNZ$152.44
Total
Price is NZ$152.44
Until Sun, 14 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tickets for the attractions are all included. (Shared Group tour)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    VAT, all taxes, handling charges and parking fees during stops.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport by fully-equipped vehicles. (Shared Group tour)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Licensed bilingual tour guide.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All-you-can-eat buffet restaurant.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips. (optional).

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Copacabana Beach (Pass by)

✅ Full Tour ❌ Mini/Express Tour We will pass by several points of interest along the way, such as Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, and other notable sights. Please note that the specific route may vary depending on your hotel location and starting point. In some cases, we may not pass by Copacabana or Ipanema beaches.

Ipanema Beach (Pass by)

✅ Full Tour ❌ Mini/Express Tour Ipanema Beach, famously known for inspiring the iconic song "The Girl from Ipanema," is a beautiful destination that truly deserves its fame and admiration. However, please note that whether we pass by Ipanema Beach depends on the location of your hotel and the specific route of the tour.

Floresta da Tijuca (Pass by)

We pass through the Tijuca National Park, one of the largest urban forests in the world and home to many attractions, including the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, located within its boundaries.

Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
✅ Full Tour ✅ Mini/Express Tour Reaching the Christ, we'll take you with our tour vehicle from its base to nearly the summit. The very top is reached by climbing a flight of stairs to arrive at the iconic Christ the Redeemer Statue. The view, from this vantage point, with the surrounding Tijuca National Forest spreading below and a circle of mountains closing the horizon at the very back of the Guanabara bay is truly spectacular. After some time to walk around and take photos, we make the way back down.

Me Gusta Gourmet

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
✅ Full Tour ❌ Mini/Express Tour The lunch takes place at a self-service buffet restaurant, which may vary depending on the day and logistics. It can be at Me Gusta Restaurant, Fagulha, or other similar restaurants. All options offer a wide variety of salads, hot and cold dishes, and desserts, including vegetarian and vegan choices

Escadaria Selaron

  • 20m
✅ Full Tour ❌ Mini/Express Tour From Santa Teresa to Lapa, there is the famous Selaron steps, a stairway decorated with colourful tiles. Known for its energetic bohemian vibe, “Lapa” is the most buzzing area in town day and nighttime.

Carioca Aqueduct (Pass by)

✅ Full Tour (pass by) ❌ Mini/Express Tour Have you ever heard of the Lapa area? If not, it should! It's very easy to know that you've arrived in Lapa. There is a famous monument that is the official image of Lapa, the large white arches aqueduct postcard of Rio.

Centro (Pass by)

✅ Full Tour (drive through) ❌ Mini/Express Tour We then drive through Rio’s city centre through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture.

Praia de Botafogo (Pass by)

✅ Full Tour (pass by) ❌ Mini/Express Tour Known for sheltering the Sugarloaf Mountain and for the privileged view it offers to Guanabara Bay, Botafogo beach hides a little explored and pulsating alternative life with bars, restaurants and cultural centers.

Aterro Do Flamengo (Pass by)

✅ Full Tour (pass by) ❌ Mini/Express Tour Calm beaches close to Flamengo landfilled park with largest manmade park of the world, fully planted with tropical vegetation.

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

  • 15m
✅ Full Tour ❌ Mini/Express Tour The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro stands out among the buildings in the Centre of the city. Its unique architecture catches the attention of everyone passing by and surprises those who visit it! Its appearance and history are unconventional and make it one of the most curious spots in the wonderful city!

Sugarloaf Mountain

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
✅ Full Tour ✅ Mini/Express Tour We will then go up the Sugarloaf Mountain. A series of two cable cars will take you to the top of Sugar Loaf. At the top, again some of the most breathtaking views of Rio, this time from a different vantage point than at Corcovado.

Location

Activity location

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    Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
    • Estrada Redentor - Alto da Boa Vista, Parque Nacional da Tijuca
    • 22241-330, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
    • Estrada Redentor - Alto da Boa Vista, Parque Nacional da Tijuca
    • 22241-330, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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