Christ the Redeemer: Private Morning Tour

Discover Rio’s iconic Christ the Redeemer and lush Tijuca Forest in a serene morning tour. Capture breathtaking views and hidden gems. Book now.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mirante Dona Marta - Offers a fantastic view
  • Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer - Known as Corcovado
  • Vista Chinesa - Vista Chinesa is a stunning Chinese-style pavilion situated approximately 380 meters above sea level in the heart of Rio de Janeiro’s Tijuca National Park. Constructed between 1902 and 1906 to honor Chinese immigrants who…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Begin your day with the ultimate Rio adventure by reserving an early morning private tour to Christ the Redeemer. This allows you to avoid the crowds and take in the stunning views in tranquility. After admiring this iconic monument, delve into the lush Tijuca Forest, one of the world’s largest urban rainforests, brimming with breathtaking nature and…

Location
Mirante Dona Marta
Estr. Mirante Dona Marta, S/N, Cosme Velho
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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V1452hichristianp
Feb 27, 2026
AM Christ Redeemer & Rainforest tour - We are a family of four with children ages 10 and 8, and we recently had the absolute pleasure of touring Christ the Redeemer with Rio Cultural Tours. Our guide, Fabio, was exceptional from start to finish. He arrived 10 minutes early in a spotless, comfortable car, and his punctuality set the tone for a perfectly organized day. Thanks to the early start time, we were able to beat the crowds at Christ the Redeemer, which made the experience even more special and enjoyable for our family. It was truly worth getting up early. Fabio has been guiding tours for over 14 years, and it absolutely shows. He is a wealth of knowledge about Rio — the city, its history, its people, and its culture. He shared fascinating information in a way that was engaging and easy for both adults and kids to connect with. This was a private tour, which we loved. It was just the five of us, and everything moved at our pace. There was never any pressure or rushing. Fabio consistently checked in to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. He was also fantastic at taking photos and captured some truly great family pictures for us that we’ll treasure. After visiting Christ the Redeemer, we drove through the Tijuca Rainforest, which was a beautiful and leisurely experience with several scenic stops. The views from the Chinese View lookout were stunning, and we got another amazing family photo there. We also visited a beautiful waterfall and did a short hike up to a cave. The hike is uphill and takes a bit of effort (or so my daughter thought), but it is absolutely worth it — such a cool and memorable stop. The tour lasted the full five hours as described and ran perfectly on time. Everything was seamless and well organized. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Rio — especially families looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and personable guide.
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From $78
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).