Full Day in Rio: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue Lunch
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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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We had an excellent experience on this tour and would highly recommend it for anyone looking to see the major highlights of Rio! It was a great way to visit three of the city’s must-see attractions — Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps, and Sugarloaf Mountain — while also seeing several other sights along the way. We especially appreciated having all of our tickets and admissions arranged in advance, which made the experience easy and stress-free.
Our tour guide, Jal, was phenomenal! He shared interesting and relevant information throughout the day, kept our group of about 19–20 people organized and on schedule, and was genuinely a joy to spend the day with. We also really appreciated that he spoke fluent English and Spanish in addition to Portuguese, which was a huge benefit for such a diverse group.
We were extremely lucky with the weather, particularly at Christ the Redeemer. Since we were among the first pickups of the morning, we arrived at the Visitor Center around 7 a.m., when it was surprisingly chilly — especially being in the rainforest! By the time we made our way up to the statue around 8 a.m., however, it had warmed up considerably. We had great visibility at Christ the Redeemer and beautiful weather for the remainder of the day.
The itinerary was also paced very well. We had a good amount of time at each of the major stops, so we never felt overly rushed, but we also never felt like we were spending too much time in one place.
Lunch was another nice part of the experience. It was great to enjoy a traditional Brazilian BBQ meal while in Rio. The meats were especially good, and there was a surprisingly large selection of additional items available at the “salad” buffet.
One thing to be mindful of when planning your day is the overall tour length. The tour is advertised as approximately 8 hours, but because we were the first guests picked up and the last guests dropped off, our total time was closer to 12 hours. It is definitely a full-day experience, so I would avoid making firm plans for immediately afterward.
Our only real disappointment was that we were supposed to make a stop outside the stadium, which we had been looking forward to. It ultimately became a drive-by rather than an actual stop, presumably because some members of the group spent additional time at an earlier location. It was a minor disappointment in an otherwise excellent day, but worth mentioning if that particular stop is important to you.
Overall, we highly recommend this tour. It was well organized, thoughtfully paced, and an excellent way to experience several of Rio’s most iconic sights in one day. Jal made an already great experience even better, and we would absolutely recommend touring with him!
Hotel pickup timing is ridiculous….1 or 2 minutes scheduled between hotels and that’s impossible, so we waited for 15 mins and started about 30 mins late. Didn’t ruin day, just be prepared for this. Rest of tour and day great. Driver and guide wonderful.
We were at the statue very early so we couldn't see the statue or the beautiful views. Disappointment
The stairs were overcrowded, didn't bother and to go up the stairs. Lunch was okay
If you can choose a nice sunny day and not first thing in the morning I believe it would be better.
We had to move out date due to the flight canceling, the day we had previously would have been a perfect day.
Our tour guide Luciana was very knowledgeable about the history of Brazil. Her context made the tour very easy and clear to understand. We went during an overcast day which made the views sugarloaf mountain moot. Overall, it was a good tour.
The trip was very nice. However, as part of the full price, $160, lunch was going to be covered. Unfortunately, we all had to pay for our lunch. This is fraudulent in the price. I want everyone to know. The costs that I paid for the lunch will be disputed with my bank. You can’t do people like that and think it is okay.
Great experience. Sandra is a great guide.
We saw all the main attractions and it was very easy with the shuttle and the tickets.
There is a lot of lines though so be ready to walk and stand.
It says Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Selaron Steps. However we spent time driving around the city. A drive by of the parade route for Carnival, drive by of Marcana stadium and 10 minutes at a cathedral. The tours of the big three were not enhanced by having a guide or by going on a tour. Same long lines as everyone else. Would have been a lot cheaper to uber to the venues and do it ourselves.
Nice trip we got to see the most important places the guide was good in English lot of trafikk so it tok a long time
A must see tour! All the main sightseeing points were included and we had enough time to get up close and take photographs. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and imparted lots of information.
Company was exceptional!!I miss the pick up and I was able to meet the group. They made sure I had tickets to return on my own to the part I missed.The tour guide was amazing and me and my children loved this tour!Ifvypu want to see a little of everything this is for you!!!!!
I had an amazing time & would book this again! Definitely include the lunch in your booking, it was good
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Indi,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing time and would book the tour again.
We’re also pleased that you enjoyed the lunch and appreciate your recommendation to include it in the experience.
Be outside your hotel before your pickup time. Our tour started 45 minutes late because several people were late to get out of their hotel. Also be sure your tour guide is aware of you have to depart the group such as for the restroom. We had to wait several times to locate missing guests.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear David,
Thank you for sharing your experience and these helpful suggestions. We understand how delays during hotel pickups and waiting for guests at the attractions can affect the pace of the tour.
Clear meeting times and communication with the guide are essential for keeping the itinerary running smoothly and ensuring everyone can make the most of the day. We appreciate your practical advice for future travelers.
Absolutely an exceptional experience from start to finish! The Iguazú Falls tour covering both the Brazilian and Argentine sides was one of the highlights of our trip.
The views were simply breathtaking. Seeing the falls from both sides gave us completely different perspectives, and each was spectacular in its own way. The power and beauty of the waterfalls were something we will never forget.
A special mention must go to our guide, **Henrique**, who was absolutely excellent. He was knowledgeable, friendly, patient and extremely helpful throughout the entire day. He made sure everything went smoothly, guided us through the different areas, and shared interesting information along the way. His attention to detail and warm personality really made the experience even more special.
The organisation was also excellent, and we never felt lost or rushed despite visiting two countries in one day.
If you are planning to visit Iguazú Falls, I would highly recommend doing both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. And if you are lucky enough to have Henrique as your guide, you are in for an especially memorable experience!
An unforgettable day and truly one of the best experiences of our trip. Thank you, Henrique, for making it so special!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Kumuthadavi,
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that visiting both sides of Iguazú Falls became one of the highlights of your trip and allowed you to appreciate the breathtaking scenery from two unique perspectives.
We’ll be delighted to share your heartfelt compliments with Henrique, as we’re sure they will mean a great deal to him.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to discover Iguazú Falls with us. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience!
Good day out seeing highlights of Rio.
Go hungry, there is a lot of lunch.
Flavoo was a very competent guide
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Lesley,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing Rio’s highlights and the generous lunch.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Thalyta was an incredible tour guide. I have to start by stating that. The all day tour was a great experience from beginning to end. There was so much we did and I didn’t want it to end! Had a great group of people which made the tour that much more enjoyable for a solo traveler
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Brian,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful day and that the tour became a memorable part of your solo trip.
We’re especially pleased to know that Thalyta made such a positive impression. Her dedication and enthusiasm are qualities we truly value, and we’ll gladly share your kind words with her.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again!
I just want to say thank you to our guide Zeni, super nice and friendly lady. She gave us all enough time to walk/explore around.
We had our 2 young kids with us and Zeni was extremely supportive and friendly with them.
I spent another extra day in another tour with Zeni and, Even though we had to deal with some unexpected events, Zeni did her best to make sure that the tour was going smoothly and safely.
Thank you Zeni!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Arianna,
Thank you for sharing your experience and for recognizing Zeni’s dedication. We’re delighted to hear that her kindness and support made both tours enjoyable for your family, especially your young children.
It’s also wonderful to know that she gave everyone enough time to explore and handled the unexpected situations during your tour.
We’ll gladly share your heartfelt compliments with Zeni, as we’re sure she’ll be very happy to receive them. Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us!
The tour was great and our tour guide Leticia was the greatest. She was very helpful, knowledgeable, respectful, reliable, attentive, and very kind. I definitely would book an event with her again.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Larry,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Leticia made such a positive impression with her knowledge, kindness, attentiveness, and professionalism.
We’ll be happy to share your kind words with her, as we’re sure she’ll be delighted to receive them. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again for another experience.
It definitely checks the boxes on seeing the sites, but our guide was terrible and non interactive. I kept wishing I was on another tour with one of the friendly and cool guides! Fortunately, I had nice people on the tour, which made it fun! Do not recommend touring with Matheus
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Cathleen,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad that the tour allowed you to visit Rio’s main attractions and that the other guests helped make the day enjoyable. We regret, however, that the guide’s approach and level of interaction did not meet your expectations. Your comments have been forwarded to the responsable team, and the guide will undergo additional training to ensure that the service provided reflects our standards and the experience we aim to offer our guests.
We appreciate your honest feedback.
Excellent way to see the major tourist attractions in Rio in 1 day. Very nicely spaced out and organized. Tour guide and driver were great. Highly recommended.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Jason,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that the tour provided a well-organized and comfortable way to visit Rio’s major attractions in one day. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on a future visit to Rio!
Cover the major landmarks, guide was very knowledgeable and very efficient with the expedition! 10/10 would recommend
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Dear Isaiah,
Thank you for your review. We’re happy that you enjoyed Rio’s major landmarks and appreciated your guide’s knowledge and efficiency.
Thank you for your 10/10 recommendation!
We had a wonderful experience! Our tour guide, Publio, was amazing! Door-to-door service with an exceptional driver! We got to every destination that was advertised. We definitely got our money's worth with this tour!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Curtis,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful day and that everything met your expectations.
We're especially pleased to know that Publio made such a positive impression as your guide. We also appreciate your recognition of the driver, whose professionalism helped ensure a smooth and enjoyable day.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to explore Rio with us. We hope to welcome you again on a future adventure!
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.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Brent,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and enjoyable. We appreciate your advice about wearing comfortable shoes, as a full day of exploring Rio's iconic attractions does involve quite a bit of walking. We also appreciate your comments regarding the crowds. Some attractions can be quite busy, especially during peak periods, but we're glad you still had enough time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the highlights of the day.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
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
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Mary,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it to be a great way to visit several of Rio's highlights in a single day. We're especially pleased to know that Alessandro kept the group well organized throughout the tour while allowing enough time to enjoy each stop.
Thank you for choosing to explore Rio with us, and we hope to welcome you again on a future visit!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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