Day 6 – Rio de Janeiro
After breakfast, a panoramic city tour (8 hours).
This excursion will introduce you to Rio’s main attractions in one day! The guide will pick you up from the hotel in the morning. You will drive through downtown Rio with its magnificent skyscrapers and colonial-era architecture, including the Candelaria Church, a perfect replica of the church in Rome. Afterward, you will head to the base of the Corcovado Mountain. Here, you will board a small train that will take you up through the rainforest, passing incredible tropical trees. After a short walk from the final station, you will reach the giant Christ the Redeemer statue atop the Corcovado Mountain. At 700 meters above sea level, this iconic statue is the symbol of Rio. From Corcovado, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the city, including the Botanical Garden, Maracanã Stadium, and Sugarloaf Mountain. You’ll have plenty of time to take memorable photos. Then, you’ll descend and head to Praia Vermelha (Red Beach).
Lunch in a typical Brazilian restaurant.
From here, you’ll take a cable car to the top of Urca Mountain, which offers a stunning view of the city. Then, another cable car will take you to the famous Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar). The mountain is known for its shape, which resembles a sugarloaf, and offers an unforgettable view of Rio. Afterward, you will return to the hotel with your guide.