Private Tour
Private Full-Day Rio de Janeiro City Tour: Corcovado & Sugarloaf
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on this tailor-made tour and visit Rio de Janeiro's top landmarks and highlights. It is an 8-hour city tour with a private guide in a private vehicle to take you to the Christ the Redeemer and the Sugarloaf Mountain.
For the Christ the Redeemer, we go through the Tijuca Forest and stop at the Visitor's Center inside the Paineiras. This is the place to take the minivan from the Corcovado to get to the Christ. We drive to the top of the Corcovado hill to reach that famous attraction and have sweeping views of our city.
For the Sugar Loaf, we take the cable car ride to the top of the mountain.
Buffet lunch is also included. Then, you decide the other places you want to visit in the remaining hours. Either way, the tickets to the two main attractions of our city are already included in this tour for you.
Private tour guide, tickets to the Christ the Redeemer and the Sugarloaf, Buffet lunch and round-trip transportation are included.
Additional Info
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
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.
Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tickets to the Christ, the Redeemer and the Sugarloaf
Buffet lunch
Private tour guide
Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
The 20-minute drive to the base of the statue takes you through the Tijuca Forest and gives you a preview of the landscapes ahead.
Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
With arms wide open to the Guanabara Bay, the statue of the Christ is a work of art that cannot be compared to anything else. You may seat on the stairs in front of the Christ to take a better picture with the statue on the back. Do not miss the opportunity to take pictures of the city from up there as well.
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Private Full-Day Rio de Janeiro City Tour: Corcovado & Sugarloaf
Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great time in amazing city with a cool guide, Marcos
jamesgT2864FO,
Apr 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rio is such a great city, and having a private guide with a car was entirely worth it because there is so much to see, and so many ways to get lost, or lose your money. Marcos was a great guide. It was clear he was experienced. We had our 2 year old with us which slowed things down a little bit, and Marcos was accommodating and kind the entire time. His knowledge of the area was easy to see and we enjoyed his friendly demeanor. He ran into people around town which was nice to see. It was summer, so of course it as hot. I can imagine getting on and off a crowded tour bus 4-5 times at each location would get annoying. Again, the private guide was entirely worth the money and we would do it again if given the chance, and have in other cities, also through Expedia or Viator. Thanks again to Marcos Leal and Rio Carioca Tour, we had a great time all the way from San Francisco, CA.
MONICA AND TOUR ABSOLUTELY RECOMMENDED
Key4U,
Jan 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monica is a punctual, knowledgeable, helpful and absolutely recommended guide. We organized a personalized tour for 10 people inside Rio de Janeiro, absolutely appreciated by all the Participants. TOUR AND GUIDE ABSOLUTELY RECOMMENDED! Well done Monica, good work and see you soon! Federico Key4U
Great Experience
Darya S,
Nov 24, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00This is definitely the way to do a tour of rio if you have short amount of time. Very nice that it’s private you don’t have to wait on people. Our tour guide Dario was amazing, he definitely made this a highlight of our trip!
Getting to know Rio with Monica Bertazzolo
Mariaalejandradelia,
Oct 15, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rio is a wonderful city. And exploring it with someone who knows it and knows how to tell it is even better. We decided to take a tour with a guide and we got the best Monica Bertazzolo! We started the day visiting Christ the Redeemer, which by the way managed to make the fog go away for a while and took some beautiful photos of us. Our second stop was at the Cathedral where we were surprised by the natural light caused by its original stained glass windows. On the way we enjoyed a curved track, cobblestones and the landscape of the Santa Teresa neighborhood. We made our next stop at the Selarom steps, where he showed us a selection of mosaics from our countries of origin, Argentina and Italy. We even hummed a tango together. The afternoon found us at Sugar Loaf, there we enjoyed the best views of Rio. We learned and got to know the emblematic places of this beautiful city with a beautiful tourist guide Monica Bertazzolo. I just have to say Thank you Moni! It wouldn't have been the same without you!
Day in Rio
T3523TTbiancas,
Aug 4, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour with Monica who was very competent and above all helpful. Highly recommended if you want to do a complete tour of the city.
Definitely worth it!
A4781BYkathrynl,
Dec 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our tour with Monica! She was very knowledgeable and showed us some great sights. It was so helpful to have an expert taking us around the city. Lunch was delicious too.
FANTASTIC RIO
Ginevra Gin F,
Sep 20, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We left for our honeymoon to discover Rio de Janeiro .. a little disconcerted by the trip and the time zone, but still intrigued by this city of a thousand colors. For our tour we were accompanied by Ms Monica, very prepared on everything from architecture to history .... very kind and helpful, organized impeccably and on time on the move for each visit, flanked by a driver (Alex) efficient and friendly... what can I say! A fantastic day in Rio... we recommend this tour to all those who are discovering the real Rio. Thanks Monica for giving us memories, unforgettable.
A Day Well Spent
GlennF707,
Jun 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monica was punctual, friendly, knowledgeable and flexible. Her full-day tour with driver was time well spent. She offered different options and provided valuable advice both during and after the tour. We certainly recommend her.
Experience of Never forgetting
margaritavR4314QV,
Feb 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you my God for this opportunity of life, my gratitude to you my God today, tomorrow and always, Thanks to our tour guide Monica, who made me feel like home, I interpret my language, which makes it easy for me to feel super good on my tours. Dare to the great adventure, don't leave it to another day, schedule yourself and your dreams will come true,
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