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


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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 8 hours

Departs: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Make the most of your time in Rio in an 8-hour city tour to discover its most iconic attractions enjoying the company of a local guide and a small group of max 15 people.

Following pick-ups at some hotels in the south and downtown of Rio, tourists are taken for a lively day filled with popular attractions.

The itinerary contemplates Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Maracanã Stadium, Selarón staircase, historical downtown, Sugar Loaf and Corcovado mountains along with the Christ the Redeemer and other sights. Discover the bohemian Santa Teresa neighborhood, home to a collection of local boutiques and galleries. 

Enjoy fast-track entry with the tickets and break for lunch at a nice all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant. (All Inclusive)

The tour follows a set itinerary attracting people from all ages, backgrounds and nationalities seeking to discover the beauties of the marvelous city in the company of an expert guide escorting and providing tour explanations


What's Included

All-you-can-eat buffet restaurant.

Licensed bilingual tour guide.

Tickets for the attractions are all included.

Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.

VAT, all taxes, handling charges and parking fees during stops.

What's Not Included

Drinks.

Tips. (optional).


Traveler Information

  • INFANT: Age: 0 - 2
  • CHILD: Age: 3 - 10
  • ADULT: Age: 11 - 99

Additional Info

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Copacabana Beach
We are going to pass by several points of interest along the way, including Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, Maracanã Stadium (outside), and other sights.

• Admission Ticket Free

Ipanema Beach
Ipanema beach inspired the composition of the famous song "Ipanema Girl”. Beautiful beach that deserves all the fame and admiration

• Admission Ticket Free

Mirante Dona Marta
From the top of its 360m, Dona Marta Viewpoint offers one of the most incredible views of the city, guaranteeing the title of one of the most attended tourist spots in Rio de Janeiro. From there, it's possible to see the Sugar Loaf, the Christ the Redeemer, the Maracanã, the Guanabara Bay and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Floresta da Tijuca
We get through one of the largest urban forests in the world. The Tijuca National Park gathers many attractions, such as the Pico da Tijuca, Pico do Papagaio and Cascatinha Taunay.

The preserved Forest is visited by locals and tourists for the practice of sports, strolls and walks. Birds, native plants and fruitful trees compose the flora and the fauna of the Forest of the Tijuca.

• Admission Ticket Free

Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
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.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

One of the best views of the the Marvelous City. The area has been scenario for several television programs and movies like Hulk, Fast & Furious and Tropa de Elite.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Santa Teresa
We then head towards to the bohemian Santa Teresa neighborhood, home to a collection of local boutiques and galleries. The charming area of Santa Teresa also features many trendy bars and restaurants offering several options of snacks and dishes, not to mention its breathtaking views. Don’t miss out on it!

• Admission Ticket Free

Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
Venue for the Carnaval, the largest spectacle in the world. The Sambadrome is the epicenter of samba during the Rio de Janeiro Carnival. Locals and tourists in the stadium watch as the top samba schools perform for the title along the avenue.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Escadaria Selaron
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. 

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carioca Aqueduct
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.

• Admission Ticket Free

Centro
We then drive through Rio’s downtown through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture.

• Admission Ticket Free

Aterro Do Flamengo
Calm beaches close to Flamengo landfilled park with largest manmade park of the world, fully planted with tropical vegetation.

• Admission Ticket Free

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!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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).

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included






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