Over a million tourists every year visit the world famous Pão de Açúcar (Sugar Loaf Mountain), which has become an iconic symbol of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Rising up from a small peninsula at the entrance of Guanabara Bay, its name is said to refer to its resemblance to the traditional shape of concentrated refined sugar loaf. The first cable-car takes passengers to the top of Urca Hill, which rises 215 meters above sea level and offers spectacular views of the entire bay and its islands. From Urca Hill, passengers continue in a second cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf which rises 395 meters above sea level and offers a 360 degree view of the entire city including Botafogo and Copacabana Beaches, Corcovado and downtown Rio.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure. Passengers must contact the local sightseeing company upon arrival to reconfirm their tour.
Duration:
Approximately 4 hours
Meeting point:
Hotel lobby
Ending point:
Hotel
Departures:
Daily at 2:30pm year round
Not Included:
Meals, beverages, gratuity
Additional Information:
On December 24th, 31st and Carnival period, Corcovado and Sugar Loaf are available in the morning only. No other tour is available. On December 25th and January 1st the tours will be available in the afternoon.
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