About this experience
Short on time in Rio? Don't want to spend the whole day touring? Don't miss the city's two iconic landmarks: Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf. Our express tour takes you to both, with breathtaking views and expert guides. Experience the essence of Rio in just a few hours.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- Pick up and Drop-off in the city of Rio de Janeiro (you say where!)
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Certified Tour Guide
- Private Air-conditioned Vehicle with Professional Driver
Not included
- Tickets for Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf (but we'll help you with that!)
- Food and Drinks
Itinerary and highlights
Ride the train up the Corcovado mountain to visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.
Ride the cable cars up the Sugar Loaf mountain for spetacular view of the city !
Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick you up at any hotel, Airbnb, airport, seaport or any other place of your convenience in the city of Rio de Janeiro. If your pick-up place is not listed, please inform it when booking. If you are staying at Barra da Tijuca and Recreio, we recommend starting your tour at 6:30 AM to avoid heavy traffic and experience the best of Rio. Also, for airport pickup please inform the arrival flight details; for seaport pickup please inform cruise ship information The drop-off at the end of the tour is also included.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- BE FREE TRANSPORTADORA TURISTICA
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important information about Christ the Redeemer: Starting in August 2026, construction work will take place in the visitor area to install new escalators and elevators. During this period, the number of visitors will be limited to 50% of the usual capacity. The work is expected to continue until May 2027. For this reason, we strongly recommend starting the tour at 6:30 a.m. If you are staying in Barra da Tijuca or Recreio, we recommend a 6:00 a.m. pickup.
- To watch the sunset either from Sugarloaf or Christ the Redeemer, book the tour for 11:30am.
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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