Viberest
Tours

Rio Express Private Tour: Christ the Redeemer + Sugar Loaf

Rio de Janeiro, Brazilby BE FREE TRANSPORTADORA TURISTICA

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish

Viberest eSIM

Stay connected in Brazil

No roaming fees · installs in minutes

Get Brazil eSIM See all Brazil plans

Overview

Short on time in Rio? Don't want to spend the whole day touring? Don't miss the city's two iconic landmarks: Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf. Our express tour takes you to both, with breathtaking views and expert guides. Experience the essence of Rio in just a few hours.

What's included

  • Pick up and Drop-off in the city of Rio de Janeiro (you say where!)
  • Complimentary Bottled Water
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Private Air-conditioned Vehicle with Professional Driver
  • Tickets for Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf (but we'll help you with that!)
  • Food and Drinks

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Santuario Cristo Redentor

    1.5 hours

    Ride the train up the Corcovado mountain to visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

  2. 2

    Sugarloaf Mountain

    1.5 hours

    Ride the cable cars up the Sugar Loaf mountain for spetacular view of the city !

Meeting and pickup

We will pick you up at any hotel, Airbnb, airport, seaport or any other place of your convenience in the city of Rio de Janeiro. If your pick-up place is not listed, please inform it when booking. If you are staying at Barra da Tijuca and Recreio, we recommend starting your tour at 6:30 AM to avoid heavy traffic and experience the best of Rio. Also, for airport pickup please inform the arrival flight details; for seaport pickup please inform cruise ship information The drop-off at the end of the tour is also included.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Show all 9
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important information about Christ the Redeemer: Starting in August 2026, construction work will take place in the visitor area to install new escalators and elevators. During this period, the number of visitors will be limited to 50% of the usual capacity. The work is expected to continue until May 2027. For this reason, we strongly recommend starting the tour at 6:30 a.m. If you are staying in Barra da Tijuca or Recreio, we recommend a 6:00 a.m. pickup.
  • To watch the sunset either from Sugarloaf or Christ the Redeemer, book the tour for 11:30am.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Viberest eSIM

Stay online in Brazil — from the moment you land in Rio de Janeiro

  • Maps, translation & messaging — no roaming fees
  • Install by QR in minutes, keep your own number
  • Delivered to your email right after checkout

More things to do in Rio de Janeiro

View all

Full Day in Rio Christ Sugarloaf Selaron and Barbecue Lunch

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

8 hours

from $77

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

2 hours

from $46

Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

6 hours

from $75

The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

5 hours

from $130

Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

5 hours

from $75

Bookings are made with our partner Viator. Viberest may earn a commission when you book through these links, at no extra cost to you.

from $186per person

Date & travelers on Viator

Book now