In a nutshell Discover the best panoramic viewpoints and the most famous symbols in Rio de Janeiro and all of Brazil. Climb to the top of Corcovado mountain to admire the statue of Christ the Redeemer and climb down through the most evocative neighbourhoods of the city only to climb up again to the top of Sugarloaf mountain and see the city from another perspective.

Main stops

Cosme Velho
Corcovado
Statue of Christ the Redeemer
Churrascaria
Copacabana
Praia Vermelha
Sugarloaf mountain

The programme

After leaving the port behind us, we cross the city centre as far as the Cosme Velho neighbourhood.
Once at the station, we board the train taking us to the top of Corcovado mountain at the basis of the statue of Christ the Redeemer. In addition to admiring he statue, the most important symbol of Rio de Janeiro, we can enjoy striking views of the city, its beaches and city centre.
On out train ride down, we take in the beautiful scenery and then reach a typical churrascaria, where we have lunch.
With our bellies full, we head towards the Copacabana neighbourhood as far as Praia Vermelha and the Urca neighbourhood.
A cable car rides takes us to the top of Sugarloaf mountain. Its fabulous location offers breathtaking views over the city, its famous beaches, Guanabara Bay and the Corcovado with its statue of Christ the Redeemer.

Good to know

When busy, train/cable car waiting times may be longer.
Should the train stations be very busy, transfers may be carried out by coach.
Elevators and escalators to reach Christ do not work in case of bad weather.
During the holidays of New Year and Carnival, the panoramic tour of the beaches will not be guaranteed.