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Sugarloaf Mountain and Corcovado
The tour begins in the Cosme Velho district aboard a cog-and-pinion railway cart. The carriage climbs the steep, forested hillside to the summit of Corcovado, home to the iconic Christ the Redeemer monument. While the statue is the main draw, the sweeping views of Copacabana, Ipanema, and the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon leave a lasting impression and deserve a moment of quiet appreciation. The journey then winds back down through the green expanse of the Tijuca Forest Reserve, past streams and small waterfalls. A brief stop allows for photos at the famous Mário Filho Stadium—better known as Maracanã—and the Sambódromo, the heart of Rio’s Carnival parade. Lunch is enjoyed at a traditional Brazilian churrascaria, where generous servings of grilled meats are served continuously at the table. The tour continues to the Urca neighbourhood, one of the city’s older districts, nestled at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain. From here, a cable car first ascends Morro da Urca, then continues to the top of Sugarloaf, nearly 400 metres above sea level. The scenery from both stages is striking, with panoramic views of Guanabara Bay, Copacabana, and Christ the Redeemer. The experience is especially memorable if timed with the setting sun.