Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h)
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) worth booking?
Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) is a 6-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $195 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $195 per person
Experience Rio the smart way — no lines, no stress, no wasted time. This 6-hour tour gives you Fast Pass access to Sugarloaf Mountain, guaranteeing priority entry and more time enjoying one of the most breathtaking views in South America. Your day continues through Rio’s cultural highlights, including the Selarón Steps, Cinelândia, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, all guided by a certified local expert who brings the city’s stories to life. A Brazilian lunch is included, making the experience smooth, effortless, and well-paced. This tour is designed for travelers who want maximum value in a limited time — perfect for cruise passengers, solo travelers, couples, and families. Expect comfort, organization, and premium access from start to finish. Book now to secure a seamless, fast-track experience at one of Rio’s most iconic landmarks.
What you get
About this experience
Experience Rio the smart way — no lines, no stress, no wasted time. This 6-hour tour gives you Fast Pass access to Sugarloaf Mountain, guaranteeing priority entry and more time enjoying one of the most breathtaking views in South America. Your day continues through Rio’s cultural highlights, including the Selarón Steps, Cinelândia, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, all guided by a certified local expert who brings the city’s stories to life. A Brazilian lunch is included, making the experience smooth, effortless, and well-paced. This tour is designed for travelers who want maximum value in a limited time — perfect for cruise passengers, solo travelers, couples, and families. Expect comfort, organization, and premium access from start to finish. Book now to secure a seamless, fast-track experience at one of Rio’s most iconic landmarks.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Certificated Tour Guide
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Urca
Urca neighborhood - A mosaic of architectural styles. Charming streets lined with style cottages and mansions diverse from neoclassical to modern. A true architectural heritage and the foundation site of the city of Rio de Janeiro. – First Cable car boarding station, "Praia Vermelha". 3 minutes to reach Morro da Urca.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Morro da Urca
From Praia Vermelha to Morro da Urca - 528 meters ride, 3 minutes at approximately 22 km/h. The stunning views from the cable cars enclosed by glass panels will also be a highlight of your trip. You'll enjoy breathtaking views, besides, the "Guanabara Bay Lounge", a gastronomic and leisure area, which brings together several shops, bars, and kiosks, making the tour more complete and enjoyable. You'll also have the opportunity to learn about "Cocoruto". A showroom about the Bondinho Pão de Açúcar story. Indeed, the sugarloaf cable car operated for over 100 years. There are digital projections, images, machinery, and objects that marked the trajectory of the first cable car in Brazil. The cable car is accessible for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility, it is suitable for all ages. For sure you will enjoy this tour, which is one of the best experiences in Rio de Janeiro.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Sugarloaf Mountain
From Morro da Urca to Sugarloaf the cable car runs 749 meters long. Cable Car speed: up to 10 m/s (36Km/h). At 396 meters high you will enjoy one of the most beautiful postcards in Rio de Janeiro. From the top of Sugarloaf (Pão de Açúcar), you will have a breathtaking view of the entire city and a super cozy atmosphere. The Sugarloaf Mountain Tourist Park holds several nice experiences such as unique nature in the heart of the Atlantic Forest, the contour of the waves of Rio's mountains, the beauty of the city's architecture, and gastronomic options.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
Sambadromo, where spectacular floats and numbers of revelers in their outrageous outfits parade during carnival every year. Sambódromo is the official location of the sophisticated samba carnival group parades in Rio. Photo stop.
30 minutes here
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
.Attractive Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro. This Catholic Cathedral is one of the most intriguing and famous sites in the city of Rio. The church is situated in the historical Centre of the city and looks like a Mayan pyramid.
30 minutes here
Arcos da Lapa
Famous Boemia Neighborhood of Lapa. Lapa is famous for its lively cultural life, located right next to the center of Rio de Janeiro. Since the 1950s, Lapa has been noted for its restaurants and a great variety of samba bars which became the meeting place for intellectuals and Brazilian artists.
30 minutes here
Escadaria Selaron
.Selaron Staircase. Jorge Selaron's unique and vivid mosaic steps sit in tribute to his adopted city, Rio de Janeiro. The Selaron's Stairs is a product of sheer determination by Selaron. It's about 125 meters of steps covered in bright tiles. Must admire the colors and shapes of broken glass and ceramics built into this famous attraction.
60 minutes here
Cinelandia
Cinelandia is a central public square in the center of Rio de Janeiro. Its official name is Praca Floriano Peixoto, in honor of the second president of Brazil, Floriano Peixoto.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private Sedan (1–2 pax)
Sedan for 2: Comfortable private sedan ideal for solo travelers or couples. Includes round-trip transportation with AC. Pickup included
SUV / Minivan (3–5 pax)
Pickup included
Private Van (6–15 pax)
Executive Van: Spacious executive van ideal for small groups. Comfortable seating, AC, a professional driver, and a certified guide. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Florencios Tour
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Sugarloaf Mountain adventure
Riding the cable car to Sugarloaf from Corcovado Mountain was amazing! Our guide gave us the history behind the name Sugarloaf.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience! 💛 We’re delighted that you enjoyed the cable car ride and discovering the history behind Sugarloaf Mountain. It’s always special to share the stories that bring Rio’s iconic landmarks to life! 🇧🇷✨ With gratitude, Damiana & the Florencios Team
via Tripadvisor
Complete Rio City Tour and Highlights With Professional and Energetic Guides
Don't look any further; you must book this Rio city tour (including Christ the Redeemer and Sugar Loaf) with Florencios and use them for all of your travel needs in Rio. We traveled to Rio as a family of four with 2 older teens. My wife and I have traveled internationally for over 30 years. Florencios is the best tour company we have ever used. Damiana (owner) and Ana Julia (guide) are awesome. (See my separate review on their Little Africa tour.) We also booked Florencios for all of our airport transfers (which included a "fun tour" upon our arrival to Rio where Damiana and Ana walked with us from our hotel to the Sunday "hippie market" in Ipanema with stops at nearby spots). All of these services were scheduled prior to our arrival. Damiana was highly responsive via What's App prior to and during our visit to Rio. Damiana and Ana are professional, engaging, wonderful, helpful, and sweet people and they take care of you like family. Both are proud to share their city, culture and background with you and want you to feel at home. Given that we wanted to learn all we could about Afro-Brazilian culture and history, they were sure to bring these aspects to the forefront of our experience in Rio -- on the Little Africa tour as well as during all of our other interactions with them. This allowed us to better understand Rio as a whole rather than in parts. This was a private tour so it was customizable. We didn’t feel rushed. There was a good mix of time in the van and walking. Damiana and Ana took pictures of our family at all places so that we could capture the memories. Damiana and Ana are highly informative and engaging. Also, you get what you pay for. We found the price of the private tour very reasonable plus Damiana and Ana are extremely knowledgeable about Rio and Afro-Brazilian history. They take this seriously and are so energetic and passionate that you feel the very essence of this valuable history and culture. During the tour, Damiana and Ana took us to a vegetarian restaurant (given our dietary restrictions which we had previously communicated to her). We were touched by the fact that they had already "checked out" the restaurant beforehand to make sure it was clean and would satisfy our dietary requirements. They wanted to be sure we had everything we needed to enjoy the meal and the tour overall. The food was delicious and we went back another time on our trip. Florencios is a great company. I highly recommend this company and this tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much, Gerald Thomass, for your wonderful review of our services at Florencios! We are truly honored to have been part of your family's journey in Rio de Janeiro. Your kind words about our tours, our team, and the Afro-Brazilian cultural experiences mean the world to us. We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the Little Africa tour, the city tour, and all the personalized services we provided. Our goal is always to make our guests feel at home and to share the rich, dynamic history of Afro-Brazilian culture. We are thrilled that Ana Julia's passion and knowledge shone through during your tours, making your experience informative and engaging. It's wonderful to know that the visits to the museums, memorials, and other cultural landmarks left a lasting impression on you. Your appreciation of our responsiveness and the personalized touches, like ensuring vegetarian options for your meals, underscores our commitment to going above and beyond for our guests. Thank you for recommending Florencios and for recognizing the value of the experiences we offer. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Rio shortly! Florencios: Connecting Cultures, Creating Memories. Warm regards, Damiana and the Florencios Team.
via Tripadvisor
The BEST way to see Rio!
Damiana was amazing! A native Brazilian friend found Florencios through another friend. Best marketing is word of mouth and we were very pleased. We were only in Rio for one day but we're able to very efficiently see some of the great things the city offers. 10/10. 5 stars all the way. Could not recommend the experience more. Book now!
Response from the operator: Dear 752cja, We are absolutely delighted to read your enthusiastic review! Thank you for choosing Florencios to explore Rio de Janeiro and for sharing your experience. Hearing that Damiana provided an amazing tour and that you found us through word-of-mouth is incredibly rewarding. We're thrilled that we could make your one day in Rio so memorable and efficient, allowing you to experience the best of what our beautiful city has to offer. Your kind words and recommendation mean the world to us. We look forward to having the opportunity to welcome you back for more adventures in the future. Thank you once again for your high praise and for encouraging others to book with us! Warmest regards, Florencios Team.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent, attentive, trlilingual guide!
Excellent, attentive, trlilingual guide! We benefited from her language skills in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Highly recommend! Our guide was very knowledgeable, pleasant and you could just tell she loved her job and was proud of her city.
Response from the operator: Dear Jason, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review about your experience with Florencios during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Sugarloaf tour and appreciated the attentiveness and multilingual skills of your guide. It's always encouraging to know that our guests have had a fulfilling experience and that our guides' passion for their city and their work enhances this experience. We strive to make every tour memorable, and your recommendation means a great deal to us. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Rio or perhaps on another one of our tours. Warm regards,
via Tripadvisor
Star Brothers
Very good experience! Great service. And great experience. We went to many different places, which was nice to see and learn about the place.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $195 to $479
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
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Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.
How much does Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) cost?
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Prices start at $195 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rio de Janeiro usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rio de Janeiro is not rushed.
Is Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rio de Janeiro, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h)?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rio de Janeiro can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rio de Janeiro and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rio de Janeiro within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro?
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On Outty we rank every Rio de Janeiro experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio, Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide, Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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What is included in Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h)?
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Included: Private transportation; and Certificated Tour Guide. Not included: Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 21 listed pickup locations in and around Rio de Janeiro. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h) if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h)?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for Private Sugarloaf Mountain + Rio Highlights: Tickets & Lunch (6h)?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Private Sedan (1–2 pax), SUV / Minivan (3–5 pax), Private Van (6–15 pax). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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