Rio de Janeiro 9-Hour Tour with Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch
by Gray Line Brazil
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This full-day bus tour in Rio de Janeiro lasts about nine hours and includes visits to key landmarks with a professional multilingual guide. The tour begins with a drive through Copacabana Beach, where travelers will see the famous 4 km boardwalk and hear stories about the neighborhood. The route continues through the historic Laranjeiras neighborhood past Guanabara Palace, followed by a view of the Sambodrome before arriving downtown. There is a 15-minute visit inside the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, known for its pyramidal shape and large dimensions. The tour proceeds along the Aterro do Flamengo park area en route to Urca, where the first cable car ride ascends 215 meters to Morro da Urca. From this vantage point, guests can see Guanabara Bay, several beaches, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, and Corcovado Mountain. A second cable car ride takes visitors to the 395-meter summit of Sugarloaf Mountain, offering panoramic views over Copacabana, Niterói, and the Santa Cruz fortress. After the Sugar Loaf visit, there is an 80-minute stop at a traditional barbecue house offering an all-you-can-eat style lunch with vegetarian options available if the lunch choice was selected. The bus then passes by Ipanema and Leblon beaches, providing views of Two Brothers Hill, and continues past Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. Next is a short stop at Maracanã Stadium to view the exterior of this historic World Cup venue. At Cosme Velho train station, guests board the pre-reserved cog train to Christ the Redeemer, traveling through the Tijuca Rainforest National Park. The 20-minute train ride climbs Corcovado Mountain to the 38-meter-tall statue. Visitors have about 40 minutes at the top, with the option to reach the peak by elevator and escalator or climb 222 steps. From the statue’s platform, there are extensive views of Rio’s south zone and Niterói. Round-trip hotel transportation within most Rio hotels is included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Copacabana Beach
Drive past Copacabana Beach, the city’s most famous beach stretching about 4 km. The area is known for its Portuguese stone boardwalk designed by Burle Marx. The guide shares local tips and stories from the surrounding neighborhoods.
Guanabara Palace
Pass through Laranjeiras neighborhood and view Guanabara Palace, former home of Princess Isabel who signed the Golden Law freeing slaves. It is now the government headquarters of Rio de Janeiro.
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
Drive by the Sambodrome where the annual Samba School Parade takes place.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
Stop for 15 minutes inside the Metropolitan Cathedral, recognizable for its pyramidal shape. It measures 96 meters in internal diameter and stands 80 meters tall.
15 min
Aterro Do Flamengo
Travel through Aterro do Flamengo park, designed by Burle Marx, while learning about Brazil’s role in World War II and the city’s founding in the late 1500s before arriving at Sugar Loaf.
Urca
Pass the Urca neighborhood, home to Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Morro da Urca
Take the first cable car to Morro da Urca, 215 meters high. From here, views include Guanabara Bay and its islands, Flamengo and Botafogo beaches, Santos Dumont Airport, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, Urca neighborhood, and Corcovado Mountain.
15 min
Sugarloaf Mountain
Ride the second cable car to the summit at 395 meters. From the top, view Copacabana beach, Niterói, and Santa Cruz fortress, providing insight into why Rio is nicknamed the 'Wonderful City.'
40 min
Barbecue Lunch
After Sugar Loaf, spend about 80 minutes at a barbecue house with an all-you-can-eat style meal. Vegetarian options are available. Lunch is included only if selected; otherwise, the guide offers nearby dining suggestions.
80 min
Ipanema Beach
Pass by Ipanema Beach, about 2 km long and located between Arpoador and Jardim de Alah. It is one of the busiest beaches and known for its strong waves suitable for sports.
Praia do Leblon
View Leblon Beach with a good perspective of Morro Dois Irmãos (Two Brothers Hill).
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Pass by Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, connected to the Atlantic Ocean by a canal along Jardim de Alah park.
Maracana
Stop for about 10 minutes outside Maracanã Stadium, a two-time World Cup Finals venue opened in 1950.
10 min
Cosme Velho
Arrive at Cosme Velho train station to board the pre-reserved cog train to Corcovado Mountain, avoiding long lines.
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
From Cosme Velho Station at the base of Corcovado Mountain, take the pre-booked train through the Tijuca Rainforest to the 38m (125ft) tall Christ Redeemer Statue. The 20-minute journey passes through the largest urban forest in the world, which covers 7% of Rio's territory.
20 min
Santuario Cristo Redentor
Spend around 40 minutes at the Christ the Redeemer statue. Visitors can reach the top via elevator and escalator or climb 222 stairs. From the 38-meter-tall statue, views extend over Rio’s south zone and Niterói.
40 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Rio de Janeiro 9-Hour Tour with Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch
by Gray Line Brazil
Choose from 5 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.R$1,680Overview
This full-day bus tour in Rio de Janeiro lasts about nine hours and includes visits to key landmarks with a professional multilingual guide. The tour begins with a drive through Copacabana Beach, where travelers will see the famous 4 km boardwalk and hear stories about the neighborhood. The route continues through the historic Laranjeiras neighborhood past Guanabara Palace, followed by a view of the Sambodrome before arriving downtown. There is a 15-minute visit inside the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, known for its pyramidal shape and large dimensions. The tour proceeds along the Aterro do Flamengo park area en route to Urca, where the first cable car ride ascends 215 meters to Morro da Urca. From this vantage point, guests can see Guanabara Bay, several beaches, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, and Corcovado Mountain. A second cable car ride takes visitors to the 395-meter summit of Sugarloaf Mountain, offering panoramic views over Copacabana, Niterói, and the Santa Cruz fortress. After the Sugar Loaf visit, there is an 80-minute stop at a traditional barbecue house offering an all-you-can-eat style lunch with vegetarian options available if the lunch choice was selected. The bus then passes by Ipanema and Leblon beaches, providing views of Two Brothers Hill, and continues past Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. Next is a short stop at Maracanã Stadium to view the exterior of this historic World Cup venue. At Cosme Velho train station, guests board the pre-reserved cog train to Christ the Redeemer, traveling through the Tijuca Rainforest National Park. The 20-minute train ride climbs Corcovado Mountain to the 38-meter-tall statue. Visitors have about 40 minutes at the top, with the option to reach the peak by elevator and escalator or climb 222 steps. From the statue’s platform, there are extensive views of Rio’s south zone and Niterói. Round-trip hotel transportation within most Rio hotels is included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Copacabana Beach
Drive past Copacabana Beach, the city’s most famous beach stretching about 4 km. The area is known for its Portuguese stone boardwalk designed by Burle Marx. The guide shares local tips and stories from the surrounding neighborhoods.
Guanabara Palace
Pass through Laranjeiras neighborhood and view Guanabara Palace, former home of Princess Isabel who signed the Golden Law freeing slaves. It is now the government headquarters of Rio de Janeiro.
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
Drive by the Sambodrome where the annual Samba School Parade takes place.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
Stop for 15 minutes inside the Metropolitan Cathedral, recognizable for its pyramidal shape. It measures 96 meters in internal diameter and stands 80 meters tall.
15 min
Aterro Do Flamengo
Travel through Aterro do Flamengo park, designed by Burle Marx, while learning about Brazil’s role in World War II and the city’s founding in the late 1500s before arriving at Sugar Loaf.
Urca
Pass the Urca neighborhood, home to Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Morro da Urca
Take the first cable car to Morro da Urca, 215 meters high. From here, views include Guanabara Bay and its islands, Flamengo and Botafogo beaches, Santos Dumont Airport, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, Urca neighborhood, and Corcovado Mountain.
15 min
Sugarloaf Mountain
Ride the second cable car to the summit at 395 meters. From the top, view Copacabana beach, Niterói, and Santa Cruz fortress, providing insight into why Rio is nicknamed the 'Wonderful City.'
40 min
Barbecue Lunch
After Sugar Loaf, spend about 80 minutes at a barbecue house with an all-you-can-eat style meal. Vegetarian options are available. Lunch is included only if selected; otherwise, the guide offers nearby dining suggestions.
80 min
Ipanema Beach
Pass by Ipanema Beach, about 2 km long and located between Arpoador and Jardim de Alah. It is one of the busiest beaches and known for its strong waves suitable for sports.
Praia do Leblon
View Leblon Beach with a good perspective of Morro Dois Irmãos (Two Brothers Hill).
Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Pass by Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, connected to the Atlantic Ocean by a canal along Jardim de Alah park.
Maracana
Stop for about 10 minutes outside Maracanã Stadium, a two-time World Cup Finals venue opened in 1950.
10 min
Cosme Velho
Arrive at Cosme Velho train station to board the pre-reserved cog train to Corcovado Mountain, avoiding long lines.
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
From Cosme Velho Station at the base of Corcovado Mountain, take the pre-booked train through the Tijuca Rainforest to the 38m (125ft) tall Christ Redeemer Statue. The 20-minute journey passes through the largest urban forest in the world, which covers 7% of Rio's territory.
20 min
Santuario Cristo Redentor
Spend around 40 minutes at the Christ the Redeemer statue. Visitors can reach the top via elevator and escalator or climb 222 stairs. From the 38-meter-tall statue, views extend over Rio’s south zone and Niterói.
40 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.