A Day in Rio de Janeiro: City Tour Complete

A Day in Rio de Janeiro: City Tour Complete

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About This Tour in Rio de Janeiro

This is one of our best-selling and sought-after tours. On this Tour you will know the Main Tourist Points of this Marvelous City! Enjoy a full day tour in Rio de Janeiro visiting all the must-see attractions in a single day: Cristo Redentor statue at the top of Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Selarón Staircase, Maracanã stadium, Sambódromo and Metropolitan Cathedral. The tour includes lunch with Free Buffet.

Why Visit Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Rio de Janeiro provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Rio de Janeiro

The easiest way to reach Rio de Janeiro is by flying into Rio de Janeiro-Galeão International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Bilingual Tour Guide
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Sugar Loaf Ticket
  • Drinks are not included with Lunch
  • Dessert is not included with Lunch

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Cristo Redentor

For passengers staying in Barra da Tijuca our Meeting Point will be at this Hotel.

End Point

Pão de Açúcar

For passengers staying in Barra da Tijuca our Meeting Point will be at this Hotel.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 20 minutes before departure

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Cristo Redentor is one of the main symbols... 1 hour

Cristo Redentor is one of the main symbols of the country and offers a privileged panoramic view of the city of Rio de Janeiro.

The Selarón Staircase [1] is an architectural work... 20 minutes

The Selarón Staircase [1] is an architectural work located between the Santa Teresa and Lapa districts in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, decorated by the long-time Brazilian artist living in Brazil, Jorge Selarón, who declared it a "homage to the Brazilian people".

Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho, better known as Maracanã,... 20 minutes

Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho, better known as Maracanã, the popular Maraca ("akin to a rattle" in Tupi-Guarani, due to the sound of birds that lived there).

The Sambadrome of the Marquês de Sapucaí, also... 20 minutes

The Sambadrome of the Marquês de Sapucaí, also known as Sambódromo of Rio de Janeiro and officially denominated as Passarela Professor Darcy Ribeiro, is a sambódromo located in Avenida Marquês de Sapucaí, in the central zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Inaugurated in the year 1984, the venue is the stage of the most famous popular festival in Brazil, the Rio de Janeiro Samba School Parade, which is held annually during the Carnival holiday.

The Arcos da Lapa is located in the... 20 minutes

The Arcos da Lapa is located in the region of Lapa, in the district of Lapa, in the Central Zone of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Considered as the largest architectural work undertaken in Brazil during the colonial period, it is today one of the city's postcards, the most representative symbol of ancient Rio de Janeiro preserved in the Bohemian region of Lapa.

the Cathedral of São Sebastião do Rio de... 20 minutes

the Cathedral of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro or Catedral Metropolitana, as it is best known, is located in the center of the city. The project is authored by the modernist architect Edgar Oliveira da Fonseca, coordinated by Monsignor Ivo Antônio Calliari.

Pão de Açúcar is a hill complex located... 1 hour

Pão de Açúcar is a hill complex located in the neighborhood of Urca, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is composed by the Morro do Pão de Açúcar (which gives its name to the complex), Morro da Urca and Morro da Babilônia. Along with the statue of Christ the Redeemer, it is the largest postcard of the city of Rio de Janeiro and one of the most famous in Brazil. Due to the unique characteristics, bordered by the waters of Guanabara Bay, it is an international tourist reference for the city.

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