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Rio de Janeiro: A 6-Day Adventure

Cynthia Arancibia

Cynthia Arancibia

27 Sep 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day journey through the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. From iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain to the stunning beaches of Copacabana, this itinerary is packed with excitement and unforgettable experiences.

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Viator

Day 1
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$125

Christ the Redeemer
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$125
Day 2
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$50

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$ 4

Maracanã
Legendary home of Brazilian soccer hosting Olympic games, plus the opening & closing ceremonies.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$50
20 - 24 min

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Escadaria Selarón
Landmark public stairway adorned by artist Jorge Selarón with colorful & hand-painted tiles.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$75

Sugarloaf Mountain
This 396m-tall peak on a peninsula jutting out into the ocean features a cableway & sweeping views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
Day 4
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$75

Red Beach
Small beach protected by a headland, with coarse, reddish-colored sand and usually calm water.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Sugar Loaf cable car
Rising above Guanabara Bay, this stone mountain is reachable by gondola & offers expansive views.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
Day 5
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$100

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$ 4

Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
Distinctive, modern Catholic cathedral resembling a pyramid, inaugurated in 1979.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Rio Star
Giant observation wheel measuring 88 meters high, with vistas over Rio & its landmarks, plus a cafe.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$100
Day 6
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$0

Copacabana Beach
Iconic, 2.2-mile beach features a wide, sandy expanse, bustling promenade, food kiosks & hotels.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $433 In total

Activities & Food:$425
Transport:$8