About this experience
Private guide and pick-up to Carnaval Experience (Samba City).
When in Rio, you need to experience Samba! This tour will introduce you to the artistry and imagination involved in the creation of Carnival and allow you to discover the behind-the-scenes of the greatest Carnival in the world! You will Have a unique and authentic experience exploring the backstage, the secrets, the people working, and the preparations for the parade.
During the tour, you will witness the construction and production process of more than 3000 costumes and floats for the Carnival parade. This experience includes a guided tour to the warehouse of the 2022 Carnival champion Samba School, Grande Rio, including exhibition about the history of Samba and the Carnival. This tour also provides a chance to dress up in authentic carnival costumes, experience the samba dance and enjoy a delicious Caipirinha welcome drink.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 40 min–2 hr 30 min
- Private experience
What is included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Rare glimpse into Rio's Carnival backstage
- Private Bilingual guide
Itinerary and highlights
Follow your guide on walking tour of the inner workings of Rio's Carnival parade with this attraction ticket. Take your picture wearing wild costumes, dance in a Samba workshop, and have a cocktail.
Discover what goes on backstage at Rio's Carnival with this guided walking tour. Watch as preparations are made for the world's most famous parade with this attraction ticket. Wear some authentic costumes and take a Samba workshop before savoring a cocktail.
Be greeted by your guide at Samba City and begin your behind-the-scenes tour. See the carnival factory and find out how the floats and costumes are produced for the parade. Uncover the history of Samba and hear the story of Rio's carnival.
Try on some authentic carnival costumes and get some stunning glam shots. Participate in a Samba workshop with a professional dancer from a Samba school. Finish your tour by sipping on a delicious caipirinha, Brazil's national cocktail.
Duration of tour in the city of Samba - 120 minutes.
Meeting and pickup information
- After booking please contact to arrange pickup. After ordering the tour, we will send a detailed email with all the informations. Do not hesitate to contact us for any question.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- he — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Carnaval Experience
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Acessível para carrinhos de bebê Bebês devem permanecer no colo
- This tour operates normally on a rainy or sunny day
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No charge for children under 5 years old
- Not recommended for travelers with severe breathing problems
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Private - Up to 14 pax: In This option the tour and pickup will be 100% private and you can choose one of many different languages we offers. Pickup included
- Private - Up to 4 participants: In This option the tour and pickup will be 100% private and you can choose one of many different languages we offers. Pickup included
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