Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain
Overview
A quick tour in Rio de Janeiro visiting the two most famous landmarks: the Christ the Redeemer Statue and Sugarloaf Mountain.
Get picked up from your hotel and drive up to the Christ the Redeemer Statue - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World - on top of Corcovado Mountain. The drive is short and beautiful, traveling through the Tijuca Forest before opening up to incredible views of the entire city.
Then go to Sugarloaf Mountain, located in the Urca neighborhood. Ride a series of 2 cable cars en route to the summit, first arriving at Urca Hill, and then continuing to the top of Sugarloaf, reaching a height of 1,295 feet (395m). Conclude the tour with an exquisitely beautiful panorama of Rio de Janeiro.
The very best of Rio for those with little time.
What's Included
- Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Cable Car tickets
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Roudtrip from the main hotels in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme.
- Guided 5-hour tour via air-conditioned van
- Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese.
- Food and Drinks (available for purchase at the attractions)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Hotel pickup and drop-off included from the main hotels in South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema & Leblon). Passengers staying in hostels or B&B will be informed of the nearest pickup point and time. 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.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Copacabana Beach (pass by)
Estatua Carlos Drummond de Andrade (pass by)
Ipanema Beach (pass by)
Parque Nacional da Tijuca (pass by)
Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Morro da Urca
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sugarloaf Mountain
1 hour 10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-21715P43
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Cable Car tickets.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Roudtrip from the main hotels in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme.
- Guided 5-hour tour via air-conditioned van.
- Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese.
- Food and Drinks (available for purchase at the attractions).
- Gratuities.
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 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain 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 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Cable Car tickets
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Roudtrip from the main hotels in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme.
- Guided 5-hour tour via air-conditioned van
- Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese.
- Food and Drinks (available for purchase at the attractions)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
