About this experience
Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro in a single day! Begin with a scenic train ride up Corcovado Mountain to visit Christ the Redeemer, followed by an external view of Maracanã Stadium and a drive-by past the world-famous Sambadrome without stopping. Continue to explore the Metropolitan Cathedral and the colorful Selarón Steps. For those choosing the “Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch” option, enjoy a delicious Brazilian steakhouse lunch and a cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain. Roundtrip transportation for all tours.
The Half Day Tour: Christ by Train is perfect for travelers with limited time, offering a comfortable and secure way to experience Rio’s highlights: Christ the Redeemer, Maracanã Stadium (external), Sambadrome (drive-by), Metropolitan Cathedral, and Selarón Steps.
The Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch tour includes all of the above, plus a Brazilian barbecue lunch and a visit to Sugarloaf Mountain, ideal for a full-day immersion in Rio’s most iconic landmarks.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
What is included
- Pickup and drop-off at main South Zone hotels (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon)
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Pickup and drop-off at main Barra da Tijuca hotels (Only for "Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch")
- Tickets for the Sugarloaf Cable Car (Only for "Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch" option)
- Tickets to Christ the Redeemer by Train
- Barbecue buffet lunch at Brazilian steakhouse (Only for "Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch" option)
- Guided city tour of Rio de Janeiro via air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, French & Portuguese
Not included
- Drinks (available to purchase during lunch)
- Entrances to Maracanã and Sambadrome (external view only)
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. For customers who purchase the "Christ by Train & City Tour" option, the tour ends after a visit to the Selarón Steps.
Lunch time (Included only for customers who purchased the "Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch" option) - enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch in Brazilian local steakhouse.
Meal included / Drinks not included
Cable car ride in two parts, the first to the Urca Hill and the second to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain.
The total time includes all cable car rides, the period at Urca Hill and at the Sugarloaf Mountain.
Included only for customers who purchased the "Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch" option
Take the first cable car ride to Urca Hill and wait for the second one to Sugarloaf Mountain.
Included only for customers who purchased the "Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch" option
Meeting and pickup information
- Please inform the hotel concierge that you are waiting for pick up
- For customers who purchased the 'Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch' option: roundtrip transportation is available from main hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, and Leme) and Barra da Tijuca. For customers who purchased the 'Half Day Tour: Christ by Train' option: transportation is only available from main hotels in the South Zone. If you are staying in Barra da Tijuca, we will indicate the nearest meeting point for your convenience. It is not recommended to book appointments on the same day as the tour, as the return time may vary according to the traffic conditions .
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- cmn — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- C2Rio Tours & Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For customers who purchased the 'Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch' option: roundtrip transportation is available from main hotels in the South Zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, and Leme) and Barra da Tijuca.
- For customers who purchased the 'Half Day Tour: Christ by Train' option: transportation is only available from main hotels in the South Zone. If you are staying in Barra da Tijuca, we will indicate the nearest meeting point for your convenience.
- Passengers not staying at one of the hotels in our pickup list will be informed of the nearest pickup point and time.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children 2 and younger are complimentary, provided they do not occupy a seat
- This tour operates rain or shine
- Explore Rio on our “Christ by Train & City Tour,” featuring Christ the Redeemer by train, an external visit to Maracanã Stadium, passing by the Sambadrome without stopping, plus visits to the Metropolitan Cathedral and the colorful Selarón Steps. For a more complete experience, choose the “Christ by Train, Sugarloaf & Lunch” option — including all the above, a visit to Sugarloaf Mountain, and a delicious Brazilian steakhouse lunch, for a full-day journey through Rio’s most iconic landmarks.
- The order of the itinerary may be subject to change due to traffic, crowd levels, or attraction schedules.
- Children must present photo ID to validate their CHD ticket; otherwise, the ticket office may charge the adult ticket price.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Tour guide in Mandarin Pickup included
- Duration: 5 hours: This half-day tour does not included ticket to Sugarloaf Mountain and lunch. Half Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Maracanã, Sambadrome, Cathedral & Selarón Steps (Does not include a visit to Sugarloaf Mountain and lunch) Pickup and drop-off : Pickup and drop-off in the South Zone. Please note that there is no pickup and drop-off in Barra da Tijuca for this option. Pickup included
- Tour Guide in Mandarin Pickup included
- Visit to Sugarloaf Mountain: This full-day tour includes visit to Sugarloaf Mountain. Duration: 8 hours: This complete tour of Rio lasts around 8 hours. The duration is approximate and may change depending on traffic. Lunch at a steakhouse: All-you-can-eat Brazilian steakhouse lunch. Drinks and desserts must be paid for separately. Full Day in Rio: Christ the Redeemer by Train, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, Maracanã, Sambadrome, Cathedral & lunch at a steakhouse. Pickup and drop-off: Roundtrip transportation is available from main hotels in the South Zone and Barra da Tijuca. Pickup included
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