Book the Rio Express half-day tour to explore the most popular attractions in Rio de Janeiro all in one day! Giving you an experience of Rio, you will never forget! The Rio Express day tour incorporates two of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular tours, beginning with a cable car ride up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, before continuing on through the Tijuca Rainforest reaching the statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Corcovado Mountain.
Read moreBook the Rio Express half-day tour to explore the most popular attractions in Rio de Janeiro all in one day! Giving you an experience of Rio, you will never forget! The Rio Express day tour incorporates two of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular tours, beginning with a cable car ride up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, before continuing on through the Tijuca Rainforest reaching the statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Corcovado Mountain.
This sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro begins in the downtown area or Centro where you’ll can see important Rio landmarks such as, the famous Sambadrome, a huge stadium where Samba schools compete and parade at Rio’s famous Carnival. This Rio Express tour will also take you to the Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro with its iconic, cone-shaped architecture and breath taking stain glass windows that stretch 64 metres (210ft) from floor to ceiling.
The Rio de Janeiro city tour then continues on to Cinelandia Square, where you can see a variety of Rio’s most traditional and historic buildings such as, the Municipal Theatre, the National Library and the National Museum of Fine Arts. The full day Rio tour then continues on to one of Rio’s most iconic landmark, Sugar Loaf Mountain, situated in the neighbourhood of Urca.
As you take a ride on the Bondinho do Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf mountain cable car), enjoy incredible panoramic views of some of Rio de Janeiro’s most beautiful attractions, like the stunning Guanabara Bay, the Rio-Niteroi Bridge and Corcovado Mountain before you reach the peak of Sugar Loaf Mountain for exceptional views of Copacabana Beach, the Santa Cruz Fortress and the beaches of Niteroi.
The Rio express city tour will take you as well to the foot of Corcovado Mountain. From here, you’ll set off on a scenic bus ride through the tropical Tijuca rainforest up to the mountain's iconic statue; Christ The Redeemer. At the end of the day your tour guide will take you back to your hotel.
This half day tour of Rio is an excellent option for families, couples and lone travellers if your time in Rio de Janeiro is limited, showing you the very best views and attractions of Rio in one great day. Book now to discover the highlights of Rio de Janeiro and the incredible views this city has to offer!
Activities summary
- Departure Rio de Janeiro
- Duration 8 h
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Available languages
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
- German
- Russian
- Meeting point Hotel
Photogallery
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Prices and conditions
Price includes- Driver/guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- DVD (available to purchase)
Cancellation policy If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
