Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included
Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
+17
- 6 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Save yourself hours of planning on a tour of Rio de Janeiro that includes admission tickets, transportation, and hotel pickup for the ultimate experience of the "Marvelous City." Rather than navigating public transport in an unfamiliar city, travel around the city in air-conditioned comfort and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide. Choose from two options: a shorter tour with just Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, or a longer tour that also includes other Rio highlights such as the Selaron Steps and Cathedral, plus a buffet lunch.
- Explore Rio without the stress on a full-day guided sightseeing tour
- A great way to get your bearings if visiting for the first time
- Cover more sights in less time as you travel by air-conditioned bus
- Receive recommendations from your guide to enhance the rest of your vacation
What's Included
- Tickets for the attractions are all included. (Shared Group tour)
- All-you-can-eat buffet restaurant. (Except for the Express tour)
- Licensed bilingual tour guide.
- Transport by fully-equipped vehicles. (Shared Group tour)
- VAT, all taxes, handling charges and parking fees during stops.
- Drinks.
- Tips. (optional).
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
SOUTH & DOWNTOWN PICK-UPS • Pick-ups between 7:00 a.m and 8:00 a.m, but we will get in touch with every tourist the date before the tour to arrange a more accurate pick-up time. "PICK-UPS ARE ON THE FOLLOWING NEIGHBORHOODS:" • Botafogo • Flamengo • Copacabana • Ipanema • Leblon • Downtown - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • Our guide will look for you at your hotel lobby once arrive. They will call you by your name and you can know that you can go with them.
Start time.7:30 am
Itinerary
Copacabana Beach (Pass By)
Ipanema Beach (Pass By)
Floresta da Tijuca (Pass By)
1
Santuario Cristo Redentor
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Me Gusta Gourmet
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
Escadaria Selaron
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Arcos da Lapa (Pass By)
Centro (Pass By)
Praia de Botafogo (Pass By)
Aterro Do Flamengo (Pass By)
4
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Sugarloaf Mountain
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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
4.9
based on 2,908 reviews
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Julia_Y, Jul 2026
Our tour guide Camila was amazing! Very knowledgeable about the city and translated in Portuguese, Spanish, and English. Our driver was also amazing. This is a great tour to get to see the biggest parts of Rio in a full day.
LeonaCheryl_K, Jul 2026
The guide was very friendly, helpful and educational. We saw everything on the itinerary in record time.
melinda_F, Jul 2026
We enjoyed this tour so much. We saw all the main sites and had plenty of time at each. I highly recommend this tour.
KatjaLuise_Z, Jul 2026
I had a wonderful experience! Everything was very well organized from start to finish. Our guide spoke excellent English and Spanish, making everything easy to understand. He was funny, charismatic, kind, and created a great atmosphere throughout the tour. I really enjoyed the experience and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and well-organized tour. Thank you!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟
We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience and that everything was well organized from beginning to end. It’s especially nice to know that your guide’s language skills, humor, and friendly personality helped create such a fun and welcoming atmosphere throughout the day. 😊
Reviews like yours mean a lot to our entire team and motivate us to continue creating memorable experiences for our guests. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Brazil for another amazing adventure in the future! 🇧🇷✨
Nicole_E, Jul 2026
This was such an amazing experience! I solo traveled to Rio and this was the perfect tour to learn and see the beauty of Rio— people and places. Our tour guide, Gustavo, was exceptional! Very fun, friendly, and knowledgeable.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your solo trip to Rio turned into such a memorable experience and that our tour helped you discover the beauty of the city and its people. 🌟
We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Gustavo. He’ll be delighted to know that his friendliness, enthusiasm, and knowledge made such a positive impact on your day.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Brazil for another unforgettable adventure! 😊
yael_v, Jul 2026
Amazing full day in Rio!! See all the main attractions in one great day. Guide was amazing!! Gustave! Spoke three fluent languages and had a wealth of knowledge for us!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
What an amazing review—thank you! 🤩
We’re thrilled that you were able to experience Rio’s top attractions all in one day and that Gustavo made such a great impression. His passion for sharing the city’s history and culture, combined with his ability to guide in multiple languages, is something we’re very proud of. 🌎
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope your memories of this incredible day stay with you for years to come! 🇧🇷✨
Brandy_D, Jul 2026
If I could have done only one tour in Brazil this was the one to do. I am glad I did the full day tour even though I wasn’t a fan of the salty lunch. The rest was perfect and our guide Marco was awesome. He spoke Spanish and English and made sure everyone understood and showed us how to take the right photos. The driver was nice. I loved this tour
Response from Host, Jul 2026
What a compliment—thank you! 🌟 We’re honored that you consider this a must-do experience in Brazil.
It’s fantastic to hear that Marco made your day so enjoyable with his enthusiasm, bilingual guidance, and helpful photography tips. We’ll also pass along your kind words to your driver, who will be happy to know they helped make your tour a great one. 📸😊
We appreciate your feedback about the lunch as well. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope we’ll have the chance to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Brazil! 🇧🇷✨
Joanna_t, Jun 2026
We had an amazing trip and our tour guide hi’an made it even better with his knowledge and friendly manner. This has all the highlights and the right amount of time in each place, the lunch was very good with lots of options. I would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! 😊
We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing day exploring Rio and that Hian’s knowledge and friendly personality made the experience even more enjoyable. It’s also great to know you felt the itinerary was well balanced and that you enjoyed the lunch with its variety of options. 🌴
Your recommendation means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing Gregtur, and we hope to see you again on your next visit to Brazil! 🇧🇷✨
Chris_N, Jun 2026
Great tour. Hit all the important spots to see in 1 day. Very organized and Jose was a great guide. Jose gave great information but didn’t talk the whole time which I personally liked.
The buffet lunch was really good.
Only negative was all the hotel stops to pick everyone up then wait for them.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing Rio’s must-visit attractions in a single day and that José helped make the experience both informative and enjoyable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him—he’ll be thrilled to know he made such a positive impression.
It’s also great to hear that you enjoyed the lunch and appreciated the organization of the tour. Thank you as well for sharing your thoughts about the hotel pickups. We understand that collecting guests from different locations can add some travel time, and we truly appreciate your feedback.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Brazil! 🇧🇷
Simon_M, Jun 2026
Gustavo was a brilliant guide, moving seamlessly between speaking English and Portuguese to meet the needs of a diverse group. He adjusted the itinerary on the fly to ensure the best views given the weather, and pointed out points of interest as we moved from place to place. This was a terrific way to see some highlights of Rio, highly recommended!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful review! 🌟
We’re delighted to hear that Gustavo’s flexibility and experience helped make the most of your day in Rio. Adapting the itinerary to the weather and the group’s needs is all part of creating the best possible experience, so we’re glad you appreciated those efforts. 😊
It’s also wonderful to know you enjoyed discovering Rio’s highlights while learning more about the city’s landmarks along the way. Thank you for your recommendation—it truly means a lot to us!
We hope to welcome you back to Brazil for another unforgettable adventure someday. 🇧🇷✨
Oscar_C, Jun 2026
This is a most do… this should outta tell you a lot. You just gotta do it. Takes a whole day but totally worth it.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for the fantastic review! 😄
We couldn’t agree more—Rio really is a destination that deserves a full day to experience its incredible landmarks, breathtaking views, and unique atmosphere. We’re so happy to hear you felt the tour was worth every minute! 🌴
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Brazil for another unforgettable adventure! 🇧🇷✨
Debby_S, Jun 2026
So much history packed in to 8 hours. I had time before a night flight and was so pleased I picked this tour. Gustavo and the team were organised, great communication, and provided a great overview of the various sight seeing spots of Rio. Would recommend.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌞
We’re delighted to hear that our Full Day tour was the perfect fit before your evening flight and that you were able to experience so much of Rio in just one day. Making the most of our guests’ time is exactly what we aim for! 😊
It’s great to know that Gustavo and the team kept everything well organized and communicated clearly throughout the experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us.
We hope your visit to Rio was unforgettable, and we’d love to welcome you back to Brazil for another adventure in the future! 🇧🇷✨
Elena_J, Jun 2026
Ask for Gustavo!! He is charismatic, has lots of energy and tells great stories. He also gives good dining recommendations. His advice gave us time to see it all, listen to him. All the sites were great, we even went to the church with the stained glass windows, beautiful inside. Christ the Redeemer, amazing, definitely must see. Steps are an insta must do. It was very cloudy when we went to Sugarloaf but I can imagine the views. Riding the cart is cool.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for this fantastic review! ☀️🌴
We’re thrilled to hear that Gustavo’s energy, charisma, and storytelling made your day in Rio so memorable. We love that you also enjoyed his local dining recommendations—there’s nothing better than discovering a city through both its landmarks and its food! 😊
Even with the cloudy weather at Sugarloaf, we’re glad you were able to experience so many of Rio’s highlights, from the stunning Metropolitan Cathedral to the iconic Christ the Redeemer and Selarón Steps.
Thank you for recommending Gustavo and for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope to welcome you back one day for blue skies and even more unforgettable memories! 🇧🇷✨
Kayla_H, Jun 2026
Great way to get to know Rio de Janeiro. They came and picked us up at our hotel and got us the VIP experience everywhere we went. Definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your review! 😊🌴⛰️ We're delighted that you enjoyed discovering Rio in such a comfortable and convenient way. Knowing that you had a VIP experience makes us very happy! ✨🚐🇧🇷 We hope to welcome you back again soon! ❤️🙌
65v4jq7bq8, Jun 2026
Camila was our guide and led us thru such a fun day in Rio! The tour was so organized and efficient and didn’t feel rushed but we still did A LOT in one day. Amazing for people who might be short of time to see the major sights in Rio or want to knock a lot out to have more time for the beach!! We loved it!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your review! 😊 We’re thrilled you enjoyed the fun and well-organized tour. Hope to see you again soon for more amazing experiences! 🌞🏖️✨
Antonette_P, Jun 2026
Tour overall was perfect to get a sense of Rio. Time given for each places was just right. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. Thank you Gustavo!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😄 We’re thrilled you enjoyed every moment of the tour with Gustavo! It was a pleasure having you and we hope to see you again soon! 🌟🚗
Tristen_H, May 2026
Thais was an excellent tour guide around Rio! She was beyond friendly, personable, and willing to answer any questions we had. She was very attentive and made the tour feel intimate and welcoming. I’d love to have her again as a tour guide for any future visits.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your review! 😊 We're thrilled Thais made your tour so special and was attentive to all your questions. We hope to see you again soon! 🌟🚐💛
Ryan_A, May 2026
My friend and I truly enjoyed our experience and time with Gustavo! Gustavo was able to translate the tour in English which made for a seamless experience. If you’re worried about getting around please be at ease. Pick up and drop off was a breeze. Lunch options were and delicious. We were allotted the perfect amount of time at each location. We walked away from the experience tired but super informed. 10000% worth it.
James_W, May 2026
Great experience great guide and driver. I would recommend to anyone that wants to do a lot in one day.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😄✨ We're thrilled you enjoyed the full day tour and that our guide and driver made your experience wonderful. Hope to see you again soon! 🌟🚐📸
William_D, May 2026
The English narrations were a little short. However our guide was excellent, always ready to answer extra question. He always made sure everyone was accounted for,
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your feedback! 😄🌟
We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and that our guide provided such a complete and enjoyable experience. We hope to see you again soon! 🙌🚌✨
Fernando_O, May 2026
The tour was great and so was the tour guide but finding out that Viator was $40.00 more expensive then buying directly was very disappointing. Next time I'll do more research then I did.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! 😊
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that your guide helped make your day in Rio a memorable one. That’s exactly the kind of experience we strive to provide every guest.
We understand your thoughts regarding the booking platform, and we appreciate you sharing your perspective. Different booking channels may have their own pricing structures and policies, but we’re truly grateful that you chose to explore Rio with us.
Thank you once again for your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on your next visit to Brazil! 🇧🇷
Kamilla_O, May 2026
Gustavo was an incredible tour guide, super knowledgeable and enthusiastic! We stayed at an Airbnb and they were very accommodating by picking us up straight from our stay. The tour was filled with so much to see, worth every penny. The day was great and I would highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for the review, Kamilla! 😄
We are so glad you enjoyed the tour with Gustavo! He truly is an amazing guide, full of energy and passion for what he does. 🌟 We’re happy to know that the tour was worth every penny! We hope to see you again soon for more unforgettable experiences. 💙✨
Renee_M, May 2026
Lorraine was a great guide. We spent just enough time at all the stops and she was very knowledgeable. We had a great time!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your feedback! 😊 We're glad you enjoyed the tour with Lorraine. She's truly an excellent guide, and it's great to hear that the time at each stop was just right for you. See you next time! 🙌🏼✨
John_M, Apr 2026
This tour is a great way to see the 3 main highlights in Rio in one day and for convenience. The Seleron steps, Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf mountain. Driver and guide were great and the lunch was also very very good with lots of choice and options.
Response from Host, May 2026
We’re so happy to hear your feedback! It’s great that you could enjoy the 3 main highlights of Rio in one day! 🌆 Both the guide and the driver are thrilled with your compliments, and we’re glad you enjoyed the lunch as well. 🍽️
Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope to see you on another tour soon! 🙌
A_D, Apr 2026
Great tour. Really enjoyed. Tour guide Huan was high energy and super friendly. Spent enough of time at each destination and moved very efficiently. Great way to see the highlights of Rio in one day.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for the review! 😊
We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour with Huan, he truly brings a lot of energy and fun to the experience. Hope you took great memories of Rio with you and we can see you again soon! 🌟
Maryam_M, Apr 2026
That was a wonderful day with our tour lead, Jose.
He was amazing.
That was an efficient package regarding time and places visited.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review, Mary! 😊
We’re thrilled to hear you had a wonderful day with José! He truly enjoys making the experience efficient and enjoyable for everyone.
We appreciate your feedback about the tour, and we hope to welcome you again soon! 🌟
Charles_P, Apr 2026
This was a great experience ... everything was so well organized. Lorraine, the tour guide, was s great host and reoganized the schedule so that we didn't go up to Christ the Redeemer statue when it was cloudy. The pace was perfect and we spent the right amount of time at each of the sites we visited. The experience was correctly priced and I would highly recommend going with this group. I went alone and found the group welcoming.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊
We’re really happy to hear everything was well organized and that Lorraine made such a positive impact, adjusting the schedule to avoid the clouds is exactly the kind of care we aim for! ☁️➡️☀️
Great to know you enjoyed the pace and felt welcomed, even traveling solo 👏
Hope to see you again soon in Rio! 🌴
JeanH_K, Apr 2026
Convenient, low stress way to see Rio in a day. All tickets are included. Buffet lunch is good. Only drawback is no water provided.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your review! 😊
We’re really glad to hear you found the tour convenient and stress-free, and that you enjoyed the lunch as well! 🍽️
We also appreciate your note about the water, it’s very helpful and we’ll definitely take it into consideration 🙏
Hope to see you again soon in Rio! 🌴
Ehab_A, Mar 2026
It was a great tour to catch the main highlights of Rio. Well organized and we were given just enough time to enjoy all the stops. Our tour guide Gustavo did an amazing job, he made the tour very enjoyable. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone that is short on time and needs to complete all the main attractions in a single day.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Ehab! 😊
We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the well-organized tour and that Gustavo made it so enjoyable for you! 👏 His attention to detail and knowledge really shine through.
Thanks for recommending the tour, and we hope to welcome you again for more amazing experiences in Rio! 🌟
Kevin_D, Mar 2026
Great day out, visiting the major sites of Rio. Gustavo was brilliant, a real character and gave loads of info.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your review! 😊
We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Gustavo made a difference by sharing so much information about Rio’s major sites. We hope to see you again soon for more adventures in the city!
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