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Make the most of your limited time in Rio de Janeiro with our Half Day Tour, perfect for travelers who want to see the city’s highlights in a single morning. Start with the iconic Christ the Redeemer, reached by scenic train ride up Corcovado Mountain, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Explore the colorful Selarón Steps, admire the legendary Maracanã Stadium from the outside, and pass by the world-famous Sambadrome — home of Rio’s spectacular Carnival parades — without stopping. Complete your tour with a visit to the striking Metropolitan Cathedral, a modern architectural gem. This convenient tour includes roundtrip transportation from your hotel, allowing you to enjoy Rio’s must-see attractions in comfort and style, even on a tight schedule.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup and drop-off from the main hotels in Rio de Janeiro Departure Point: Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, & Leblon). Return point: Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, & Leblon). 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.
Itinerary
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Avenida Atlantica (Pass by)
Avenue in front of Copacabana Beach.
Admission ticket free -
Copacabana Beach (Pass by)
Pass by the edge of the Copacabana Beach and get a panoramic view of one of the most famous beaches in Brazil.
Admission ticket free -
Estatua Carlos Drummond de Andrade (Pass by)
Statue of a famous brazilian poet at Copacabana beach.
Admission ticket free -
Ipanema Beach (Pass by)
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".
Admission ticket free -
1Cosme Velho
Board the train through the forest on your way up to Christ the Redeemer.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Parque Nacional da Tijuca (Pass by)
Pass by Tijuca Forest on your way up to Christ the Redeemer.
Admission ticket free -
2Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
Go up by train to the top of the Corcovado Mountain, where is the Christ the Redeemer statue, pass by Tijuca Forest. The total time includes transportation from Cosme Velho Station to the statue, the period at the top of Corcovado Mountain and the return.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Maracana
Extern visit with a stop in front of the Bellini Statue. Entry admission not included. On event days on the stadium the stop might not be allowed by traffic authorities.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai (Pass by)
The tour passes in front of the Sambadrome — the venue where Rio’s famous Carnival parades take place. This is a panoramic visit only, without stopping.
Admission ticket free -
4The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
Internal visit.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Escadaria Selaron
Stop for photos.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Roundtrip transportation available from South Zone’s (Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leme) seafront hotels via air-conditioned bus.
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Roundtrip transportation available from South Zone’s (Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leme) seafront hotels via air-conditioned bus.
- Passengers not staying at one of the seafront hotels will be informed of the nearest pickup point and time.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children 4 and younger are complimentary, provided they do not occupy a seat
- This tour operates rain or shine
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience 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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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