About this experience
Make the most of your limited time in Rio de Janeiro with our Half Day Tour, perfect for travelers who want to see the city’s highlights in a single morning. Start with the iconic Christ the Redeemer, reached by scenic train ride up Corcovado Mountain, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Explore the colorful Selarón Steps, admire the legendary Maracanã Stadium from the outside, and pass by the world-famous Sambadrome — home of Rio’s spectacular Carnival parades — without stopping. Complete your tour with a visit to the striking Metropolitan Cathedral, a modern architectural gem. This convenient tour includes roundtrip transportation from your hotel, allowing you to enjoy Rio’s must-see attractions in comfort and style, even on a tight schedule.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from main hotels in South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon and Leme)
- Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, French & Portuguese.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro via air-conditioned bus
Not included
- Drinks (available to purchase at Christ the Redeemer)
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Avenue in front of Copacabana Beach.
Pass by the edge of the Copacabana Beach and get a panoramic view of one of the most famous beaches in Brazil.
Statue of a famous brazilian poet at Copacabana beach.
Pass by the edge of the Ipanema Beach and get a panoramic view of the legendary beach that inspired the famous song "Garota de Ipanema".
Board the train through the forest on your way up to Christ the Redeemer.
Pass by Tijuca Forest on your way up to Christ the Redeemer.
Go up by train to the top of the Corcovado Mountain, where is the Christ the Redeemer statue, pass by Tijuca Forest.
The total time includes transportation from Cosme Velho Station to the statue, the period at the top of Corcovado Mountain and the return.
Extern visit with a stop in front of the Bellini Statue. Entry admission not included. On event days on the stadium the stop might not be allowed by traffic authorities.
The tour passes in front of the Sambadrome — the venue where Rio’s famous Carnival parades take place. This is a panoramic visit only, without stopping.
Internal visit.
Stop for photos.
Meeting and pickup information
- Hotels in Leme.
- Hotels in Leblon.
- Hotels in Ipanema.
- Hotels in Copacabana.
- Pickup and drop-off from the main hotels in Rio de Janeiro Departure Point: Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, & Leblon). Return point: Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, & Leblon). Pick up from the hotel takes place before the start time of the activity. If you do not receive confirmation of your departure time, please contact us.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- C2Rio Tours & Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Roundtrip transportation available from South Zone’s (Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leme) seafront hotels via air-conditioned bus.
- Passengers not staying at one of the seafront hotels will be informed of the nearest pickup point and time.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children 4 and younger are complimentary, provided they do not occupy a seat
- This tour operates rain or shine
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Pickup included
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