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Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch

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9 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Take a city tour through Downtown Rio with a Stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral, travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, Enjoy Lunch at a traditional Barbecue house, all you can eat style, stop at the Maracanã Stadium and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue with Skip the Line tickets to the cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest National Park, which is the best way to reach the statue. Enjoy all Rio has to offer in this full-day comprehensive tour of Rio's most famous landmarks and enjoy top quality food and VIP Skip the Line privileges. This 9-hour tour, which includes round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels, allows you to see all of Rio's sights in just one day.

What's Included

  • Lunch Barbecue Lunch (Vegetarian options available) - On option with Lunch. If selecting an option without lunch, our guide will offer a variety of nearby suggestions that can fit any budget or taste!
  • Cable Car Ticket to Sugar Loaf Access
  • Skip The Line Train Ticket to Christ Redeemer Statue Access
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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* Roundtrip Transfer to Most Hotels in São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana * Please wait for your guide in the hotel lobby of your selected hotel. if your hotel is not listed, contact us so we can inform you the closest pick up location and time

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Copacabana Beach (pass by)

Copacabana Beach is the most famous beach in the city (maybe even in the country, or in the world) and is about 4 km long. Among the trademarks is its boardwalk with waves drawn in Portuguese stone, designed by famous brazilian landscaper Burle Max.In Copacabana you will testify why cariocas have such a beautiful tan. While you travel through these neighborhoods, you will hear a few tips on what to do around them and the interesting stories that took place in these streets.
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Guanabara Palace (pass by)

You will pass through the historic Laranjeiras neighborhood, which hosts the Guanabara Palace, the ancient home of Princess Isabel who signed the Golden Law to free all slaves. Nowadays, the Palace is the official headquarters of the government of Rio de Janeiro.
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Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai (pass by)

Before reaching downtown you will pass next to the Sambodrome, where the Samba School Parade happens every year.
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The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

See from outside and get inside the iconic Metropolitan Cathedral which was built in a pyramidal form with an internal diameter of 96 meters and a height of 80 meters.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Aterro Do Flamengo (pass by)

You will make your way to Urca through Aterro do Flamengo and its parks, designed by Burle Marx and hear all about Brazil’s participation in World War II as well as the founding of the city back in the late 1500s, just before arriving to Sugar Loaf.
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Urca (pass by)

Pass by the beautiful neighborhood that hosts one of the main sights of Rio de Janeiro, the Sugar Loaf Mountain.
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Morro da Urca

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, Flamengo and Botafogo beaches, Santos Dummont Airport, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, Urca’s neighborhood and Corcovado Mountain.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sugarloaf Mountain

A second cable car takes you up to the top. When you get there, you will understand why Rio is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. At 395 meters you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from Copacabana beach, Niterói and the Santa Cruz fortress. From up there, you will have no trouble understanding why Rio is nicknamed “Wonderful City”.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Carretão Ipanema Classic Grill

After visiting Sugar Loaf Mountain, you will head down to an all-you-can-eat-style barbecue house. Brazilian Churrascarias (Barbecue places) offer a wide variety of sides and alternative options, in case you decide to stick with a vegetarian option, you will still leave delighted. Lunch is included only if option selected. If selecting an option without lunch, our guide will offer a variety of nearby suggestions that can fit any budget or taste!
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1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ipanema Beach (pass by)

Located between Arpoador and Jardim de Alah, it is one of the most famous beaches in the country (Have you ever heard "Girl from Ipanema"?) and one of the busiest in the city. About 2 km long, some areas of the beach have strong waves and currents, and can be used for sports.
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Praia do Leblon (pass by)

Catch up nice views from the Leblon beach, where you can get a great perscpective of the Morro Dois Irmãos (Two Brothers Hill)
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Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon (pass by)

Pass by the famous Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. The lagoon is connected to the Atlantic Ocean, allowing sea water to enter by a canal along the edge of a park locally known as Jardim de Alah.
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Maracana

Take a lap around the stadium and have a short stop so you can appreciate the splendor of the two-time World Cup Finals host. There you will be able to imagine the amount of history that took place since its opening in 1950 when Brazil hosted its first World Cup. You will see the stadium from outside only.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cosme Velho (pass by)

Get to Cosme Velho train Station, where you will catch the train to reach the Corcovado Mountain. Skip the line with pre-reserved, so you won't waste your time with long lines!
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Parque Nacional da Tijuca

Upon reaching Cosme Velho Station, sitting at the bottom of Corcovado Mountain, we will catch the train with pre-reserved tickets to save time and it will take you up to the top, through the dense Tijuca Rainforest to the 38m tall (125ft) Christ Redeemer Statue. The 20 minute ride up will give you a chance to thoroughly appreciate the Tijuca Forest, which is considered to be the largest urban forest in the whole world. It represents 7% of the whole city`s territory! It’s breath taking and that alone already makes the trip well worth it.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer

Upon arriving at the Statue, you will have two options of reaching the top, by a lift and then an escalator, or the traditional way, by stairs, 222 Steps, but the prize makes it all worthwhile. Once up, the views and the imposing statue will take your mind off the walk up! 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! From up there you can see most of the city, all of the south zone and all the way to Niteroi. A unique view that will astound you. You will have about 40 minutes to get to know all the sides and views of Corcovado and take pictures.
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40 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
  • Pick-up at selected hotels in Barra da Tijuca available on request ($10.00 per person). Please contact the local provider to arrange this service
  • Barbecue Lunch (Vegetarian options available) - On option with Lunch. If selecting an option without lunch, our guide will offer a variety of nearby suggestions that can fit any budget or taste!
  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch?

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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Average 3.95 out of 5 stars based on 503 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • LunchBarbecue Lunch (Vegetarian options available) - On option with Lunch. If selecting an option without lunch, our guide will offer a variety of nearby suggestions that can fit any budget or taste!
  • Cable Car Ticket to Sugar Loaf Access
  • Skip The Line Train Ticket to Christ Redeemer Statue Access
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Professional multilingual guide
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks

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
  • Pick-up at selected hotels in Barra da Tijuca available on request ($10.00 per person). Please contact the local provider to arrange this service
  • Barbecue Lunch (Vegetarian options available) - On option with Lunch. If selecting an option without lunch, our guide will offer a variety of nearby suggestions that can fit any budget or taste!
  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat in case it’s hot
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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