Rio de Janeiro Trip Overview
Combine two top Rio de Janeiro tours into one high-flying adventure at a discounted rate with this exciting Super Saver! In the morning, go to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car to check out expansive views of this picturesque city. Then in the afternoon, get amazing aerial views on a helicopter tour! From the ground to mountaintop to air, you’ll enjoy sight of many major Rio sights, from Cinelandia Square and Copacabana Beach to Maracanã Stadium and the statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Corcovado.
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Trip Category: Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours >> Helicopter Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Combine two top Rio de Janeiro tours into one high-flying adventure at a discounted rate with this exciting Super Saver! In the morning, go to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car to check out expansive views of this picturesque city. Then in the afternoon, get amazing aerial views on a helicopter tour! From the ground to mountaintop to air, you’ll enjoy sight of many major Rio sights, from Cinelandia Square and Copacabana Beach to Maracanã Stadium and the statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Corcovado.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, R. Marquês de Sapucaí – Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20220-007, Brazil
After your morning pickup, your Rio Super Saver starts with a tour of downtown, during which you’ll pass by the legendary Sambadrome, where samba dancers perform during Carnival.
Stop At: The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, Avenida Republica do Chile 245, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031-170 Brazil
Then, enjoy a brief stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana), known for its pyramid shape, which you can admire from both the inside and outside.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Cinelandia, Avenue rio Branco, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031-050 Brazil
Next, take a panoramic view of Cinelandia Square to see its historical buildings (the Municipal Theater, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts)
Pass By: Aterro Do Flamengo, Avenida Infante Dom Henrique s/n, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20021-140 Brazil
Cathedral, you will get back to the bus and get perspectives of the traditional Cinelândia Square with its historical buildings, the Municipal Theater, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts. After crossing the historical Rio Branco Avenue, Via the Aterro do Flamengo, where you will hear about Brazil’s part in the Second World War as well as reliving the final battles between the Portuguese and the French, you will be taken to the neighborhood of Urca where one of the largest symbols of the city is located: Sugar Loaf.
Stop At: Sugarloaf Mountain, Av. Pasteur, 520 – Urca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22290-255 Brazil
Then go to the Urca neighborhood to board the cable car for your ride up Sugar Loaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar).
During the climb, stop briefly at a 700-foot (215-meter) lookout point for photo opportunities of the views that stretch from Guanabara Bay to the Rio-Niteroi Bridge and Rio’s other famous mountain: Corcovado. Then, hop back in the cable car to finish your ride to the summit of Sugar Loaf. From here, gaze in amazement at the spectacular view of the city, and catch sight of Copacabana Beach and Santa Cruz Fortress.
Ride the cable car back down the mountain, and then head to a local seafood restaurant for your sit-down lunch.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Carretão Ipanema Classic Grill, R. Visc. de Pirajá, 112 – Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22410-003, Brazil
Then you will have a formidable lunch in a barbecue restaurant, all you can eat style. Vegetable options are also available. Drinks and dessert are not included.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Avenida Epitacio Pessoa, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22471-001 Brazil
Fly from the Lagoon above Rio’s best green areas. Your helicopter experience begins with the ride to the helipad, where you’ll be given a safety briefing before boarding the helicopter. Then take to the skies with your experienced pilot!
The 9-minute flight takes in several of Rio’s top sights, including Maracanã Stadium (built for the 1950 World Cup and renovated for the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics), the golden beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, Guanabara Bay and Rodrigo de Freitas Lake.
Then fly over Rio’s crown jewel — the statue of Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) at the top of Corcovado. Enjoy photo opportunities from every angle of this iconic Rio landmark, which stands at an elevation of 2,300 feet (700 meters). The statue — built in the 1930s — boasts a height of 98 feet (30 meters) and a wingspan of 92 feet (28 meters) and is listed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
After landing back at the helipad, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.
Duration: 9 minutes
