Why choose this Rio de Janeiro tour ?
Take a 6-hour, private tour to the main highlights of Rio with a private local guide. Ideal for those who have limited time in Rio, see Christ the Redeemer and the southern beaches of Rio; then take a Swiss-made cable car up to the impressive Sugarloaf.
Tour includes pickup and drop-off from the location of your choice in Rio.
Tour can be conducted at your pace and adapted to your needs. Maximum group size is four people.
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What makes Rio Highlights Express: Christ, Sugarloaf & Beaches Half Day Tour. a unique experience ?
After leaving your hotel we’ll drive towards Cosme Velho neighborhood. On the way we’ll pass Palacio Guanabara and start the day going all the way up to the summit of Corcovado Mountain at 2,100 feet to visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Places we will drive by on the way to the first attraction depend on your hotel location.
One of the nicest areas in Rio this tidal lagoon connects with the sea and it is surrounded by a bike lane.
On the way to Corcovado Mountain we’ll drive through this neighborhood that was once the home for most embassies in Brazil when Rio was the country capital.
This is one of the ways to reach the Christ Monument on top of Corcovado Mountain.
The cogwheel train runs up and down the mountain every 20 or 30 minutes taking 120 passengers each time.
The admission ticket includes the visit to the Christ Monument.
We’ll cross the Tijuca National Park on the way to Corcovado Mountain. The diverse fauna and lush vegetation of the park can be observed.
The visitors center was created in 2013 and houses an environmental education center and can be visited when going to the Christ Monument by minibus.
The iconic monument, located inside the Tijuca National Park, is reachable by train or van, and the ride through Tijuca Forest is quite pleasant. Going by van we’ll make a quick stop at the Paineiras Visitors Center and take a shuttle van to reach the monument. The train does not stop at the visitors center. At the monument we’ll enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the city.
Tijuca Forest is the largest reforested urban forest in the world. The forest takes 10% of the city area and houses the Tijuca National Park.
After the first highlight, we’ll drive along Rodrigo de Freitas Lake to reach Rio’s southern beaches. Starting at Leblon neighborhood, we’ll stop for pictures at Mirante do Leblon, or at Parque do Penhasco Dois Irmaos.
Very nice beach in the most expensive neighborhood in South America.
The most fashionable beach in town.
A rock at the end of Ipanema Beach considered one of the best spots in Rio to observe the sunset during the summer.
This worldwide famous beach is also the area where most hotels are located in Rio.
The seaside avenue in Copacabana is the most famous beach area in Rio.
A less busy beach located at the very far end of Copacabana.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 4 people per booking
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operated by a multi-lingual guide
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- ENGLISH, SPANISH & PORTUGUESE.
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Larger Vehicles: 1 person – Compact Car
2 to 3 people -Sedan
4 to 5 people – SUV
6 to 10 people – Van
English, Spanish & Portuguese.: This tour version can be conducted in English, Spanish or Portuguese upon your convenience.
Pickup included
Rio Highlights Express: Christ, Sugarloaf & Beaches Half Day Tour. Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Tolls and parking fees
- Transportation in an air-conditioned car driven by your tour guide.
Not Included
- Meals or drinks (if any)
- Estimated local cash needed for entrance fees: BRL 250.00 per person
- Entrance fees will be paid directly at the attractions. All major credit cards are accepted.
- Attraction prices are subject to changes without prior notice
- Your Admission tickets for the attractions visited on the tour and meals/drinks ARE NOT INCLUDED.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Luis Darin Private Tour Guide.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Sao_Paulo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund. - This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 27 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Infant seats are available on request if advised
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise if required
• Wheelchair accessible, please advise if wheelchair assistance is required
