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The Soul of Samba Carnival Experience: A Cultural Rio Trip

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Instant confirmation E-Voucher Hotel Pick up included

Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Wednesday and Saturday 

  • Duration

    Approximately 3.5 hours 

  • Start time

    2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., depending on the location of your hotel 

  • Meeting Point

    Good news!  You'll be picked up from your hotel.

  • Ending Point

    Same as the Meeting Point 

Key Highlights

  • Smartphone vouchers accepted – no need to print!
  • Go behind the scenes of Brazil’s famous Carnival!
  • Gain access to the Cidade do Samba and the Academicos da Grande Rio warehouse!
  • Check out float decorations, Carnaval costumes, and much more!
  • Try on an outlandish costume and practice your samba moves!
  • Learn all about Brazil’s rich and lively culture while enjoying a glass of Caipirinha!
  • Meet your friendly and informative guide!

Overview

Get an insider’s look at Brazil’s beloved Carnaval during The Soul of Samba Carnival Experience: A Cultural Rio Trip!

With your The Soul of Samba Carnival Experience: A Cultural Rio Trip tickets, you’ll go behind the scenes at Cidade do Samba’s Academicos da Grande Rio warehouse, where professionals and volunteers prepare for Carnaval year-round! Check out Carnaval floats in the process of being decorated! And, view spectacular costumes to be worn by Carnaval performers. It’s one of the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro if you want a sneak peek at next year’s Carnaval!

Learn all about samba and Brazil’s most famous celebration while sipping on a complimentary glass of a popular, local drink: Caipirinha! Then, try on one of the sparkly, colorful costumes for yourself and practice a few samba moves. Simply let the positive vibes of Carnaval sweep over you as your friendly guide explains the finer points of samba and its role within the Carnaval parade. It’s one of the most exciting things to do in Rio de Janeiro!

Inclusions

  • The Soul of Samba Carnival Experience: A Cultural Rio Trip
  • A 3.5-hour, guided tour of Cidade do Samba’s Academicos da Grande Rio warehouse
  • General Admission to Grande Rio warehouse
  • Complimentary drinks (water and Caipirinha)
  • Round-trip transfer to/from most hotels located in Sao Conrado, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon
  • Live guide and commentary

Exclusions

  • Food 

Please note

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details. They’re a nice bunch and will happily answer any logistical questions you may have. Please give them a call at least 24 hours before your organized activity to reconfirm.

No need to print! If you are travelling with a smartphone or a tablet, you can present the voucher on your device for this activity.

So there’s no last-minute rush, please arrive at the start point 30 minutes before departure time.

Please wait for your guide in the hotel lobby of your selected hotel. If your hotel is not listed, contact us so we can inform you of the closest pick-up location and time.

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

Bring a bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat in case it’s hot.

The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation.

Please keep in mind that there are two pick-up options available with different prices.

If you want to avoid picking up other passengers, just request us to pick you up from the last departure point of the tour.

This tour is wheelchair accessible.

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