Discover the landmarks of Rio on a guided tour, including pickup and drop off at hotels, airports or port in Rio.
Start with a visit to Corcovado Mountain, where you ride to the base of the 38-meter tall statue of Christ the Redeemer. Ride by van to the top or board the train, for a preview of the wonderful landscape. After some time to walk around and take the famous photo, we make the way back down.
Next, head towards the mythical Maracanã football stadium and observe its imposing façade. Continue to the legendary Sambódromo where the annual Carnival parade takes place. Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio, a modern structure influenced by Mayan pyramids. Check out the brightly colored tiles of the world-famous Selarón Steps at Lapa.
Visit Sugar Loaf in the lovely Urca neighborhood and see one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Rio and the world. Take the cable car to the top in two stages.
Take in the most beautiful and panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro to end your tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional licensed private tour guide.
✔ VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport / port Greet & Meet services.
✔ Hotel, airport or port pick-up and drop-off. (Within Rio de Janeiro City)
✔ Transport by fully-equipped vehicle.
✔ Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
✖ Entrance fees.
✖ Meals and drinks.
✖ Tips. (optional)
Pickup Locations
1. Motel Comodoro
2. Shelton Hotel
3. Pousada Cantinho Da Paz
4. Meu Recanto
5. Internacional Airport
6. Hotel Emocoes
7. H Niteroi Hotel
8. Camboinhas Beach Pousada
9. Hotel Village Icarai
10. Niteroi Palace Hotel
11. Apart - Hotel Camboinhas Inn
12. Icarai Suites
13. Icarai Praia Hotel
14. Hotel Solar do Amanhecer
15. Icarai Tower Hotel
16. Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel
17. Hotel Presidente Dutra
18. Hotel Caricia
19. Serra Linda Motel
20. Hotel Vista Linda
Additional Info: PICK-UP INFORMATION:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits.
• We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio de Janeiro.
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DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits.
• We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio.
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AIRPORT / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS:
• Once you have arrived at the airport or seaport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private vehicle.
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HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
• As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk
to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
Itinerary
1
Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
Reaching the Cosme Velho district, you'll take a unique Swiss cogwheel train that climbs the mountain 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.
Duration: 40 minutes
2
From Santa Teresa to Lapa, there is the famous Selaron steps, a stairway decorated with colorful tiles. Known for its energetic bohemian vibe, “Lapa” is the most buzzing area in town day and nighttime.
Duration: 10 minutes
3
Have you ever heard of the Lapa neighborhood? 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.
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Centro
Walk through Rio’s downtown through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture until Mauá square. The walk passes by historic attractions, lots of bars and restaurants, arriving at Mauá square where all tribes and people get together.
Duration: 20 minutes
5
Boulevard Olimpico
See a different side of Rio in its up-and-coming Porto Maravilha area symbol of the renewed Rio after the Olympics.
Duration: 10 minutes
6
Museu do Amanha
Admire the gorgeous cutting-edge museum structure, designed by famous architect Santiago Calatrava.
Duration: 10 minutes
7
Painel Etnias
Mural painted by Eduardo Kobra listed by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest graffiti in the world.
Duration: 10 minutes
8
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro stands out among the buildings in the Center 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!
Duration: 10 minutes
9
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
The Sambodrome is the home to the Rio Carnival, where the parades take place during three nights every year, a concrete structure built specifically for the Carnival. It's an avenue with bleachers on both sides divided into sectors.
Duration: 10 minutes
10
Maracana
The most important Brazilian football temple. Scenery of important Brazilian football classic and facts, like hosting the final matches for the 1950 and 2014 football World Cup and the Olympics final football match in 2014.
Duration: 10 minutes
11
Sugarloaf Mountain
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.
After that, tourists may want to enjoy lunch at a very nice “all-you-can-eat buffet” steakhouse restaurant (not included).
Duration: 50 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
