Full Day in Rio: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue Lunch
Recommended by 94% of travelers
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this comprehensive day tour. With your guide, tick off Christ the Redeemer statue, the Selarón Steps, Maracanã Stadium, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian. If you upgrade to the premium option, you can even take the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, plus stop for lunch in one of the city's best steakhouses. Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from Rio hotels is included.
- Get an overview of Rio's most important attractions in just one day
- Round-trip transit from your hotel via air-conditioned vehicle
- Visit Christ the Redeemer, with hassle-free, prebooked tickets
- Opt for the classic tour, or upgrade for a premium, extended option
What's Included
- Guided full-day city tour of Rio de Janeiro via air-conditioned van
- Entrance fees to Christ the Redeemer by Van
- Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish, French, Italian & Portuguese
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels in South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme) and West Zone (Barra da Tijuca) hotels
- Entrance fees to Sugarloaf (only for full option)
- Barbecue buffet lunch at Brazilian steakhouse (only for full option)
- Drinks (available to purchase during lunch)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Departure Point: Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon) and West Zone (Barra da Tijuca) Return point: Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon) and West Zone (Barra da Tijuca) Pick up from the hotel takes place before the start time of the activity. If you do not receive confirmation of your departure time, please contact us. It is not recommended to book appointments on the same day as the tour, as the return time may vary according to the traffic conditions .
Itinerary
In the morning, meet your guide and group directly at your hotel in the South or West Zone of Rio de Janeiro. Hop aboard your air-conditioned van, and set off for a full day of exploring.
After driving along Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, travel through the lush Tijuca Forest. Along the way, make a stop at Paineiras to embark on a journey to the summit of Corcovado Mountain, where the Christ the Redeemer statue awaits. Admire spectacular views overlooking the city while you're there.
Next, travel to other highlight Rio de Janeiro sights, including stops outside Maracana Stadium and the Sambadrome, plus visits to the Selarón Steps and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
If you've opted to extend the tour, ascend to new heights as your ride the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain. Then, savor a traditional Brazilian steakhouse buffet lunch.
When the day is over, return directly to your hotel, with time left over to spend the evening at your leisure.
After driving along Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, travel through the lush Tijuca Forest. Along the way, make a stop at Paineiras to embark on a journey to the summit of Corcovado Mountain, where the Christ the Redeemer statue awaits. Admire spectacular views overlooking the city while you're there.
Next, travel to other highlight Rio de Janeiro sights, including stops outside Maracana Stadium and the Sambadrome, plus visits to the Selarón Steps and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
If you've opted to extend the tour, ascend to new heights as your ride the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain. Then, savor a traditional Brazilian steakhouse buffet lunch.
When the day is over, return directly to your hotel, with time left over to spend the evening at your leisure.
Avenida Atlantica (Pass By)
Copacabana Beach (Pass By)
Estatua Carlos Drummond de Andrade (Pass By)
Ipanema Beach (Pass By)
1
Centro De Visitantes Paineiras
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Parque Nacional da Tijuca (Pass By)
2
Santuario Cristo Redentor
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Maracana
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai (Pass By)
4
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Escadaria Selaron
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Morro da Urca
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
7
Rio de Janeiro
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
8
Sugarloaf Mountain
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Please contact us informing your hotel to arrange your pick up
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children 2 and younger are complimentary, provided they do not occupy a seat
- This tour operates rain or shine
- Roundtrip transportation available from West Zone (Barra da Tijuca) and South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme) hotels via air-conditioned van. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation
- We have an option with lunch and all tickets included and an option without lunch and without Sugarloaf ticket included (only Christ the Redeemer ticket included). Please, be aware of the option chosen.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
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Brent_H, Aug 2026
This is truly a full day excursion. A lot of walking, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes. The guide was very knowledgeable about the sites we visited and very friendly. The sites were also crowded and sometimes could feel rushed, but plenty of time to explore and take great pictures and videos. I definitely suggest staying for the lunch. The food was delicious and they served so much.
Mary_J, Aug 2026
Alessandro was very good with keeping our group organized at each stop, allowing time to view. Driver was great too. Great way to see several sites in 1 day. Pick up and drop off at hotel went as planned
Giuseppina_Z, Aug 2026
Great experience with our guide Alessandro. He picked us up on time, Christ the redeemer, and sugarloaf were great. We also had lunch and there was so much food. Highly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Giuseppina,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Alessandro helped make the day great, and that you had a lovely time at the attractions.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Rio!
Evan_z, Aug 2026
I had a great experience on this Rio de Janeiro day tour! The itinerary was well organized and I was able to see some of Rio’s most iconic highlights in one day.
A special thank you to our guide, Zeni, who was absolutely fantastic. She was professional and incredibly helpful throughout the entire day. She was always attentive to the group and went out of her way to make sure everyone was comfortable and had a smooth experience.
Zeni really made the tour even more enjoyable. Highly recommended, especially if it’s your first time visiting Rio!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Evan,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted that the itinerary was well organized and that Zeni made the day even more enjoyable. She is wonderful and always conducts her tours with great care and attention. We truly appreciate your feedback!
Jaira_B, Aug 2026
This experience was exceptional. Sandra and our driver, Felipe, were so knowledgeable, kind, and seemed to genuinely enjoy their jobs which made for the best experience. Will absolutely recommend this tour and would certainly do it again!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Jaira,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had an exceptional experience and that Sandra and Felipe contributed so positively to your day.
It is especially rewarding to know that their knowledge, kindness, and enthusiasm helped make the tour memorable. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to both of them.
Thank you for your recommendation. We would be honored to welcome you again on a future visit to Rio!
Claire_W, Aug 2026
Fabulous day. Wonderful lunch. Well organized and very smooth tour. Sandra kept us informed and shared great details about the sites.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Claire,
Thank you for sharing your experience. How amazing it's to know that you had a fabulous day and enjoyed the lunch, as well as the smooth and well-organized tour.
It's especially rewarding to hear that Sandra kept you informed throughout the day and enriched the experience by sharing interesting details about the sites visited. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!
Dianaehlers, Aug 2026
It was a wonderful day. Our guide was understanding and patience person and the tour was very informative. We enjoyed every moment
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Diana,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful day and enjoyed every moment of the tour. Comments like yours mean a lot to our team.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Doreen_D, Aug 2026
It was a long day, but worth every minute. A breath taking veiw, great tour, wonderful lunch and an amazing cable car ride to sugar loaf mountain
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Doreen,
Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you felt the tour was worth every minute and that you enjoyed the breathtaking views throughout the day. It's wonderful to know that Rio's unique landscapes truly make for an unforgettable day.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Yogesh_J, Aug 2026
It was a wonderful trip. The guide, Fabio, was knowledgeable and helpful. We started early in the morning to avoid the crowds. This was great for Christ the Redeemer, but the Sugarloaf cable car had large crowds. Still while returning we saw even larger crowds waiting for the cable cars. The lunch was quite lavish. Overall, despite the long waiting times, we thoroughly enjoyed the trip and would strongly recommend it.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Yogesh,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful trip. Starting early is one of the best ways to experience some of Rio's iconic attractions with fewer crowds, and we're glad you were able to enjoy Christ the Redeemer that way. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the waiting times at Sugarloaf Mountain, which can vary depending on visitor demand throughout the day.
We hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Gezhou_L, Aug 2026
I wouldn’t recommend it to people who can spend 2-3 days in Rio. The tour guide didn’t share much and he is not very engaging. So if you are looking for more local knowledge from a human being, then pick something else. You can ask AI and get more information. The good thing is you have a structured trip and someone drive you to all the must-see places. I would rather take a taxi and go to these places myself. No need to be mindful of the time or wait for other tour members.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Gezhou,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad that you recognized the organization and transportation provided. We’re sorry that the guide’s explanations and interaction did not meet your expectations.
We understand that, as this is a shared tour with a fixed itinerary designed to make the most of all the main tourist attractions in a single day, the time spent at each attraction, travel time, explanations, and group interactions may differ from those of an individualized tour.
As a suggestion, we also offer private tours, which may provide more direct interaction and more detailed information, as they can be tailored to the traveler’s interests. We hope to have the opportunity to assist you again in the future.
Katie_A, Jul 2026
Loved this! A great way to see all the highlights of Rio! Thanks Luciana for giving us a great experience!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Katie,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had the opportunity to explore Rio's highlights. Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Dane_H, Jul 2026
Flavio was a great guide and the entire tour from pickup to drop-off was smooth. The bus was comfortable and air conditioned.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Dane,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that everything ran smoothly from pickup to drop-off. Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again on a future adventure!
Emily_C, Jul 2026
We did the half day without sugarloaf/lunch and it was honestly a huge waste of money. The service was essentially a taxi taking us to and from places with tight time schedules. We thought going with a guide would at least help us bypass some of the large queue at Christ the redeemer but it honestly made no difference and we could’ve done it for far cheaper doing it ourselves. Usually we like these organized tours for the information but honestly the information the guide gave us was very basic and limited- which added to the feeling that this was just a transfer service and not a proper tour, which probably didn’t help with the fact that the tour guide was giving the tour in three languages which likely curtailed the information further. Finally, at the end of the tour as we weren’t continuing on for the full day we were given the option to either go off on our own and pay our own way home or wait for all the other guests to eat for a few hours to be dropped off- something that was completely misleading as the tour advertises drop off service. All in all, I think this is a complete waste of money and you could get the exact same experience doing this without an official tour and perhaps even have a better time as you wouldn’t be held to strict schedules. Any usually benefit of doing tours (ie skipping queues, having more history/detailed explanations) were inexistent here. Only giving two stars as at least the places we went to were magnificent.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Emily,
We’re sorry the tour did not meet your expectations, particularly regarding the explanations, time at each stop, and drop-off arrangements. We recognize the importance of clearly communicating what each option includes and will carefully review your feedback to improve both our communication and the overall experience.
Michael_O, Jul 2026
If you're visiting Rio (and not just there to tan) you're going to visit these places. If you're someone that wants to accomplish them all in a day, then there's no way better to do it than through a tour! This timed up well to beat all the major rushes of traffic (you will still have some lines to wait in, don't believe the hype of fast pass) particularly as we finished up Sugarloaf.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Michael,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it to be an efficient way to visit Rio's most iconic attractions in a single day and that the day's organization contributed to a positive experience.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Stephane_M, Jul 2026
Fun, very inhaling guide, well organized. I would recommend it for anyone wanting a full day introduction to Rio
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Stephane,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour, found it well organized, and felt it was a great introduction to Rio. It's especially rewarding to know that your guide helped make the day enjoyable and engaging. Experiences like this are exactly what we strive to provide for our guests.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on a future visit to Rio!
Njambi_N, Jul 2026
Great day out to see most of the key sites in Rio. If you have only one day, this will hit all the highlights. Your was on time, we did not queue anywhere really (except a little bit at Christ the Redeemer) , and had an excellent lunch. A day well spent - would recommend
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Njambi,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you had a great day exploring Rio's key attractions and that the tour helped you make the most of your time in the city.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Nick_B, Jul 2026
Great experience. Alexia was great and knowledgeable. She was energetic and kept everyone engaged. She navigated Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf seamlessly.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Nick,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you had a great time exploring Rio and that Alexia's knowledge and energy helped make the tour even more enjoyable. Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Simon_C, Jul 2026
The best way to see the best of Rio. Everything covered at a good pace with an excellent guide. Avoided the hassles of doing it all yourself. A really great experience
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Simon,
Thank you for sharing your experience. It's wonderful to know that everything was covered at a comfortable pace and that your guide helped make the experience even more enjoyable.
Thank you for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in Rio!
Claudia_G, Jul 2026
The best is Pao de Azúcar, the lunch is not worth it. I wish they could give extra time in Pao de Azúcar to have the lunch there. The guide basically just gave time in each stop to explore on your own without even giving recommendations.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Claudia,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to know that Sugarloaf Mountain was a highlight of your experience. We’re sorry that the lunch and the guidance during the stops did not meet your expectations. Your comments about the tour timing and the guide’s recommendations will be carefully considered for improvements.
Customer Experience Team
Mac_B, Jul 2026
The guided tour of Rio was great! Saw all the big sites, Luciana was a wonderful host, the bbq lunch was tasty and very filling. Definitely worth the price of admission.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Mac,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had the opportunity to visit Rio's most iconic attractions. It's wonderful to know that Luciana helped make your day even more enjoyable. We're also pleased that you enjoyed the barbecue lunch and felt the experience offered great value. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to explore Rio with us.
We hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Naomi_M, Jul 2026
It is a very interesting and informative experience. You learn a lot about the history of Brazil and Rio. And along the way you meet wonderful people from around the world. Definitely a must.
Nilas_M, Jul 2026
Our guide just set us off different locations, no information there. All could just as well have done with an Uber.
Restaurant food was ok, but lights and aircon did not work.
positive: guide was friendly and punktual
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Nilas,
We are sorry to hear that the information provided during the stops and the restaurant facilities did not meet your expectations. However, we are glad to know that the guide was friendly and punctual. Thank you for sharing your feedback; we will use it to review key points and improve the experience we offer.
Our Customer Experience Team is available at reservations@c2rio.travel if you would like more personalized assistance.
Kendra_H, Jul 2026
The hotel that we booked to get picked up at was not the hotel they had down for us, which caused us to miss our stop. The Tour Guide was very unhelpful and said we needed to make it to another hotel, which was the last stop or we would just miss it. We jumped in a taxi and went to the hotel and we did make it. The Tour Guide was rushing through the whole thing, this doesn’t feel like something he loves to do he was just ready to get off work. He even got into a disagreement with another tour guide at Christ the redeemer over whose group needed to go first. That was chaotic. I would recommend seeing these places but not with this tour company, well not him as a Guide at least. On our way back, I tried to clarify us getting dropped off at the right place. He insisted that it was a sort of hotel that they had down for us. I explained to him that was not the hotel I chose and asked him to check the records again. He said no and that we had to get out right there. My phone was dead and we are not from Brazil. Luckily, we knew our way back to our Airbnb because if we did that, I don’t know what we would have done. His name is Alberto. I do not recommend him.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Kendra,
We sincerely apologize for the issues with the pickup, drop-off, and the way the tour was conducted. This is not the standard of service we aim to provide. We have already forwarded the case to the responsible department for review, and the guide will receive additional training.
Thank you for sharing your feedback, as it will help us improve our communication, organization, and support throughout the experience.
Our Customer Experience Team is available at reservations@c2rio.travel if you would like more personalized assistance.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again for a new experience and regain your trust.
Customer Experience Team
Nefertiti_M, Jul 2026
Tour was amazing and well worth it, I recommend it 100% especially as a 1st timer in Brazil. Tour guide was great at keeping things organized and keeping me informed.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear traveler,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience during the tour! Thank you for the recommendation, we hope to welcome you back soon!
Customer Experience Team
Poushali_M, Jul 2026
Covers the highlights of Rio. The hotel pick up is a plus. Good that they bookend the 2 major attractions, Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf mountain at the start and finish
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Poushali,
Thank you for sharing your experience. How amazing to know that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated visiting Rio's most iconic highlights. Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
Imani_T, Jul 2026
We absolutely enjoyed our experience 10/10 our tour guide was truly amazing ! I would definitely recommend.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear traveler,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We are truly happy to know that the guide made your time so special and that you enjoyed the tour. We hope to welcome you again for more unforgettable experiences!
Customer Experience Team
Arek_A, Jul 2026
Namaste was the best tour guide. He was trilingual and able to speak English, Spanish, and Portuguese. He kept everything organised and guided all of us every step of the way and even let me sit in the front of the bus. He also is the type of person to make sure that you don’t miss out on anything. Like really, what more could you ask for out of this tour. Please book this tour and you will not regret it.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear traveler,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that the guide made your experience so memorable. We especially appreciate your kind words about his attentiveness and dedication to ensuring no one misses out on the experience. Thank you for recommending the tour, and we hope to welcome you back to Rio again soon.
Customer Experience Team
Jean_S, Jul 2026
Excellent. The guide named Matheus is very knowledgeable, patient, expressive and bilingual.
He likes his job.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Jean,
Thank you for your review. We’re happy to know that the experience was excellent! The recognition of Matheus’ work makes us very pleased, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with him.
Customer Experience Team
Sabina_K, Jul 2026
Sandra was an amazing tour guide. She was very friendly and helpful in answering questions. It was a long day exploring around Rio De Janerio but we had an amazing time! Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Sabina,
It’s wonderful to know that you had an amazing day exploring Rio! Thank you for your recommendation and for sharing such kind words about Sandra. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments on to her.
Customer Experience Team
Helen_O, Jul 2026
Amazing day out .Sandra was are tour guide she was fabulous and very friendly and a lot of knowledge.I would recommend this day trip.We saw Christ redeemer, Football stadium Cathedral and seraron steps then we had lunch which was a buffet and that was brilliant.Then we went to sugarloaf mountain.what a fabulous day out.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Helen,
What a joy to know that your day was so special! We’re happy that Sandra helped make it such a wonderful experience. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the itinerary, the lunch, and Rio’s main attractions. Thank you very much for your recommendation!
Customer Experience Team
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