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Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour

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On average, this is booked 17 (0) days in advance.
6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Enjoy a half day tour that takes you to Christ Redeemer Statue at the top of Corcovado Mountain, See the Selaron Steps and Sugar Loaf and have the rest of your day free to explore, leaving you with more time to visit many other wonders. See three of Rio’s greatest landmark’s in this small group tour and also get acquainted with Santa Teresa and its unique charming architecture. Cross many items on your “must see list” in just 6 hours.

What's Included

  • Transportation between sights
  • Cable Car Ticket to Sugar Loaf Access
  • Van Ticket to Christ Redeemer Statue Access
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Roundtrip Transfer to Most Hotels in São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana (South Zone). Please stay at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before pick up time

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Parque Nacional da Tijuca (pass by)

Take a van ride through the dense Tijuca Rainforest to get to the Corcovado Mountain, located inside the Tijuca National Park.
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Centro De Visitantes Paineiras (pass by)

Arrive at the visitor's center where you can buy a snack or souvenir before getting inside the other van that will take you to the main entrance of Corcovado Mountain. Catch up fantastic views from up there!
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Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer

Get to the top of the Corcovado Mountain and view the 38m tall (125ft) Christ Redeemer Statue. Looking up you will feel blessed and protected by this beautiful monument of Christ with open arms, now one of the new Seven Wonders of the World! The guide has between 40 and 50 minutes to show the wonderful sights of Rio. From the top, enjoy the spectacular views of Rio and the surroundings.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Santa Teresa (pass by)

Santa Teresa, a neighborhood with a complete different vibe from the rest of Rio. Here, Old Rio comes alive. Santa Teresa is a neighborhood where laid-backness and tradition meet.
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Escadaria Selaron

The beautiful steps done in ceramic by artist Jorge Selarón are one of a kind. You will have about 10 minutes or so to contemplate it before continuing on to Sugar Loaf Mountain.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Morro da Urca

If you have selected the option with cable car tickets, you’ll travel all the way to the top of Sugar Loaf in two steps by cable car. The first cable car takes you to Urca Hill, a vantage point 215 meters high for which already grants beautiful views of Guanabara Bay and its islands, the Rio-Niterói Bridge and Corcovado Mountain.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sugarloaf Mountain

A second cable car takes you up to the top of the Sugar Loaf Mountain. At 395 meters we’ll enjoy splendid views of Copacabana beach, the Santa Cruz fortress and several beaches of Niterói. Enjoy this magnificent scenery for about 45 minutes until you have to get back down to catch the van which will bring you back to your hotel. If visiting in the afternoon, prepare yourself for the spectacular sunset from the top of Sugar Loaf.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation
  • Please note that during Carnival, there is a chance that we might not make it to the Selaron Steps because of Street Parades and Traffic.
  • Light clothes, comfortable shoes, sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-2484P181

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-03).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Transportation between sights.
  • Cable Car Ticket to Sugar Loaf Access.
  • Van Ticket to Christ Redeemer Statue Access.
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off (Rio's South Zone selected hotels only).
  • Visit to Selaron Steps.
  • Professional Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Optional gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Transportation between sights
  • Cable Car Ticket to Sugar Loaf Access
  • Van Ticket to Christ Redeemer Statue Access
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off (Rio's South Zone selected hotels only)
  • Visit to Selaron Steps
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Keep in mind that if you want to avoid picking other passenger, just ask us to be picked up from the last departure point on the tour
  • The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation
  • Please note that during Carnival, there is a chance that we might not make it to the Selaron Steps because of Street Parades and Traffic.
  • Light clothes, comfortable shoes, sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended
  • Bring a bottle of water
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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