Take part in a small-group shore excursion, visiting the most well-known landmarks in the city of Rio De Janeiro. Learn about the culture and history of the city, visiting downtown Rio and its fascinating buildings.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting times 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish, Portuguese
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the World’s Seven Wonders
- Ride the cable car to visit the Sugar Loaf Mountain, enjoying spectacular views of the city of Rio
- Enjoy a lunch in a traditional steakhouse
- Stop at Selaron Staircase to admire it's marvellous tile work
- Benefit from a half-day option exclusive during Carnival season visiting the statue of Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain
Full description
Start with an early morning pickup at the exit gate of the Cruise Terminal of Pier Mauá. Board an air-conditioned minivan and head straight to the Christ the Redeemer statue on Corcovado, the iconic symbol of Rio. Travel through Tijuca National Park, the largest urban forest in the world, and spend time admiring great views of the city.
Take a cable car ride to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain for more spectacular views. Take incredible photos from the lookout point as you enjoy the panorama of the city and the ocean below. Enjoy a break for lunch at a restaurant in Ipanema. Continue your tour and visit the exterior of Maracanã Stadium and the Sambadrome. Admire these historic landmarks that represent two Brazilian passions, soccer and Carnival.
Travel next to the bohemian Lapa Neighborhood, and the Selarón Staircase and Rio de Janeiro Cathedral. See the extravagant interior of São Bento Monastery on a guided tour. Finish your tour passing by Flamengo and Botafogo beaches with a great view of Sugarloaf Mountain before your tour ends back at the Cruise Terminal.
During Carnival Season, from February 20 2020 until March 1 2020, you will have the option to do a half-day excursion with a visit to Christ the Redeemer statue and the Sugarloaf Mountain only. The full day tour does not operate during Carnival Season.
Includes
- Christ the Redeemer entrance fee
- Sugarloaf cable car ticket
- Cruise Terminal pickup and drop-off
- Portuguese, Spanish and English-Speaking tour guide
- Barbecue Lunch in a traditional Brazilian Steakhouse, for full-day option only
- Drinks and dessert
- Lunch for the half-day option during Carnival Season
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Tour guide will be waiting for all passengers at the exit gate of the Cruise Terminal and the tour will depart approximately 1 hour after the disembarkation. We can anticipate the beginning of the tour if all participants arrive at the meeting point earlier than expected.
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Know before you go
- Tour may need some variations to guarantee the drop-off time to the ship
- During Carnival Season, from February 20 2020 until March 1 2020, you will have the option to do a half-day excursion with a visit to Christ the Redeemer statue and the Sugarloaf Mountain only. The full-day tour option does not operate during these dates
