TOUR B - RIO MAGIC
Excursions
- £55 - £65
- Approximately 4 hours
- Please read tour notes
We can discover the highlights of vibrant and captivating Rio as our tour introduces us to one of the most famous cities in the world. Our tour starts with a drive through the downtown commercial district and residential areas en route to Copacabana, Rio’s celebrated curve beach, which is backed by skyscraper hotels and apartments.
Located between mountain and sea, this high-density narrow strip of land is a must-see. We will drive along Avenida Atlantica, which is known for its mosaic sidewalks, designed by Burle Marx to represent images of rolling waves. Rio’s sociable beach scene is a sight to behold and offers living proof of the Carioca’s fondness for life. From here our drive will take us to Praia Vermelha, where the sea level cable car station is located.
The Sugar Loaf, or Pão de Açucar, rises as a massive granite cone at the entrance of Guanabara Bay. We will board the cable car for the ascent, which is made in two stages. It takes three minutes to get to the 650-foot Urca Hill, where shops and restaurants exist in shady gardens. The second stage involves a breathtaking ride to the 1,200-foot summit. On a clear day, the views from this vantage point are stunning. We can take both rides all the way to the top, or for the less intrepid, it is possible to remain at the middle level and enjoy the views from there.
Following our descent we will rejoin our coach and head back to our ship.
TOUR NOTES: At all three levels of the Sugar Loaf there are a few steps to be negotiated, therefore this tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or wheelchair users.
DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR BALMORAL SOUTH AMERICA CRUISE 2012.
Snack or meal provided
Refreshments available
Free time
Shopping opportunity
Wheelchair access
Swimming opportunity
All prices are based on operating costs, tariffs and rates of exchange and are subject to change without notice.
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