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Christ the Redeemer Tour
It was a fantastic Tour. One of the best I’ve been on. Our tour guide Carlos was very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. He is an awesome asset to your team.
Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $130 / person
- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 99 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- C2Rio Tours & Travel
- Meeting point
- Hotels in Leme
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:15 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 11+)
- $130
- Child (ages 3–10)
- $84
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Avenida Atlantica
Avenue in front of Copacabana Beach.
Copacabana Beach
Pass by the edge of the Copacabana Beach and get a panoramic view of one of the most famous beaches in Brazil.
Estatua Carlos Drummond de Andrade
Statue of a famous brazilian poet at Copacabana beach.
Ipanema 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".
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
Pass by Tijuca Forest on your way up to Christ the Redeemer.
Santuario Cristo Redentor
Go up by van to the top of the Corcovado Mountain, where is the Christ the Redeemer statue, passing by Tijuca Forest. The total time includes transportation from Visitors Center to the statue, the period at the top of Corcovado Mountain and the return.
Morro da Urca
Take the first cable car ride to Urca Hill and wait for the second one to Sugarloaf Mountain.
Sugarloaf Mountain
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.
What's included
Included
Professional guide with live tour commentary in English, Spanish & Portuguese.
Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Cable Car tickets
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Guided 5-hour tour via air-conditioned van
Roudtrip from the main hotels in Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Leme.
Not included
Food and Drinks (available for purchase at the attractions)
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
99 reviews
How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
- Starting price $130 is 44% above the typical $90 for tours of similar length in Rio de Janeiro
Excurgo comparison of 1,665 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain take?
Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain cost?
Prices start at $130 per person for this Rio de Janeiro experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:15 AM.
How much does Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain cost for children?
Children aged 3–10 pay from $84, adults from $130. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Hotel pickup and drop-off included from the main hotels in South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema & Leblon). Passengers staying in hostels or B&B will be informed of the nearest pickup point and time. Pick up from the hotel takes place before the start time of the activity. If you do not receive confirmation of your departure time, please contact us. Pickup points include Rio Design Copacabana Hotel.
What languages is Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 99 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by C2Rio Tours & Travel.
Reviews(99)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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They left without me I...
They left without me I was waiting in front of the hotel and they never came . The tour was at 8:15 and I was there at 7:30am I paid 130$ don’t go to these people they will steal your money.
Operator response
Dear Richard, we checked internally and found some attempts from the guide to reach you between 8:20 and 8:30 a.m., and we also received confirmation that you were able to board and complete the tour. We understand that, due to the conflicting information and our difficulty locating your exact reservation based on your username, we would like to better understand what happened so we can make any necessary improvements. Our goal is to provide great experiences, and we treat every issue as an opportunity to improve. We are available at the email: reservations@c2rio.travel, so we can assist you in a more personalized way. Please feel free to contact us and allow us the opportunity to clarify the situation and enhance our services. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.
V
Beautiful experience
That incredible experience and the tourism is amazing in Cristo Redentor, Pan de Azúcar, Escaleras de Selaron, etc.
Operator response
Dear customer, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to know you had an incredible experience visiting Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps and more. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you again on your next trip!
J
Great experience
Great expirience!!! If you want to visit the main rio atractions this is the tour. Lovely guise and nice tranportation!
Operator response
Dear Juan Pablo, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are happy to know that you enjoyed it, and that the guide was lovely along with very good transportation. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. - C2Rio Team
A
Very well travelled
We spent an amazing day with the company of saints, nothing to criticize him, he was an excellent guide explained and told us all the stories that the cities of Rio have and took us to know the incredible places of Rio. Very attentive in everything and very organized.
T
Amazing experience.
Daniel was amazing and very thorough on the express trip that my girlfriend and I went on. He took us to Sugarloaf Mountain as well as Christ the redeemer. We had a lot of time to explore take pictures and just get filled with knowledge about both iconic places. I would definitely recommend this to anybody looking into further their knowledge on Brazil and to explore hitting gems along the way. Thank you, Daniel and the driver as well
G
Recommended!
100% recommended. The +++ was that we were picked up at the hotel, Barra de Tijuca! The Alexia guide has an incredible energy that spreads joy and takes care of your “Blue babys” Group the vibes and the tour was very enjoyable, very cute photos and curiosities, top!
M
Excellent guide
Spectacular nothing negative we think the girl was very worried about us
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Jonas very good guide
Very good guide Jonas! Lots of patience and charisma! The sugar loaf excursion was cancelled by rain and at all times we were accompanied no matter the time
D
Great experience
Very punctual and great visit experience. Priscylla and Diogo who were our guides, it was 10/10, very entertaining and gave us a great experience with the history of each area made on the tour, made everything very pleasant. Recommended!
Operator response
Diego, Muchas gracias por tu comentario. Nos alegra saber que la experiencia fue puntual y tan positiva. Priscylla y Diogo estarán muy felices de recibir tus palabras; se esfuerzan por hacer el tour entretenido y compartir la historia de cada lugar de forma especial. ¡Gracias por recomendarnos! 😊
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