If you do not contact us to reconfirm pickup time, we assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).
Description
Enjoy an amazing half-day tour visiting the Sugarloaf Mountain. We take the Sugarloaf cable car to see some of the most spectacular views of our city. The cable car ride to the top of the mountain is done in 2 stages: begin at the boarding station to Urca Mountain (224 meters) and then from Urca Mountain to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain (395 meters). Then, we have a panoramic tour to see the famous shore of Rio de Janeiro. We can admire and take plenty of pictures of the famous beaches of Rio, such as Leblon Beach, Ipanema Beach and Copacabana Beach.
Roundtrip transfer, entrance to the Sugarloaf, panoramic tour and tour guide included.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 11+)
$73
Child (ages 5–10)
$37
Infant (ages 0–4)
Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Sugarloaf Mountain
Admission included60 min
Inaugurated in 1912, the little tram of the Sugar loaf was the first Brazilian cable car and the third in the world, linking the Urca hill to the Sugar loaf mountain.
Praia do Leblon
Pass by
One of the most traditional beaches in Rio
Ipanema Beach
Pass by
Ipanema Beach has inspired many songs. Let us find out why.
Copacabana Beach
Pass by
Famous Beach in Rio de Janeiro.
What's included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tickets to the Sugarloaf
Not included
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, with Meeting
Points in Botafogo, Flamengo, Catete and Centro. Contact us to adjust the pickup time.
Pickup between 07:45 am and 09:30 am.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
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How it compares in Rio de Janeiro
Starting price $73 is 19% below the typical $90 for tours of similar length in Rio de Janeiro
Excurgo comparison of 1,661 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Sugarloaf requests copy of ID for children in order to confirm the age discount.
If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
We do not operate this tour on Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and Carnival season.
Maximum of 19 people per tour.
Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
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 Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour take?
Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $73 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 Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay from $37, adults from $73. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour 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. Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, with Meeting
Points in Botafogo, Flamengo, Catete and Centro. Contact us to adjust the pickup time.
Pickup between 07:45 am and 09:30 am. Pickup points include Windsor Martinique Copabana.
What languages is Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Sugarloaf requests copy of ID for children in order to confirm the age discount.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Sugarloaf Mountain & Beaches Half-Day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Rio Carioca Tour Ltda.
Reviews(5)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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April_C
April 18, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent tour and sites....
This tour was everything it said and more. Our tour guide Ricardo was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and just overall wonderful to be around. We booked the half day but decided to extended to the full day to include a visit to Christ the Redeemer because we were enjoying ourselves and given we had a wonderful tour guidd. The group size was not too big. We did not have to stay in long lines as Ricardo got our tickets for us. Overall 5 stars for the company that organized this trip and 10 starts for Ricardo!!
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zaidangelosh
May 6, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Sugarloaf half day with Monica
We had the MOST AMAZING private guided tour ever thanks to Monica. She is a top notch guide with beyond imaginable knowledge in history, general culture and arts. She made our half day tour very timely, efficient and joyful. An event which will remain memorable for life. Go to the Sugarloaf with Monica without any hesitation!
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shalimarh2020
February 4, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Rio Experience…Monica was amazing !
Being in Brazil was wonderful! To be perfectly honest our first day was overwhelming but in a positive way - busy city- LANGUAGE BARRIER! So translator worked overtime! We met Monica for a city tour on day two. She was very knowledgeable and helpful. It was a blessing to have a guide that was so passionate about her job and our group. We were a private group with a senior and she made sure that everywhere we went that accommodation was made for her. We saw the city and learned so much!!! We also were fortunate to have her for our Sugarloaf Mountain Experience and city tour on day 3 as well! Thank you Monica for making this a wonderful and memorable experience!
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ducchihoat
May 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Knowledgeable guide
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide Lavinia Bettencourt.
Very well organized.
Good view of the city from the top of the Sugarloaf Mountain.
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Ben_S
August 15, 2022 · via Viator
Pretty good tour
My only complaint is that Viator put me in a group with a guide that didn’t speak English. I’m not sure why that was done when I requested an English guide. If it wasn’t for other English speaking people on the tour I would have missed a lot of information. The tour itself is good though. Going in the morning is the best time to see Sugarloaf as you avoid the huge crowds. The photos you will get are out of this world.
Operator response
Hi!
Thanks for your comment!
We are glad that you were amazed by Rio.
We are sorry for this situation, it is really odd, our guides are bilingual. But we're glad you enjoyed it!
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