Carnival: There’s really no party like it. If you’re looking to get right down into the colourful thick of things, look no further than this compact six-day trip that includes a tour of Rio and tickets to the Sambadrome. You’ll be seated in Section 11, which will give you a stellar view of all the feathers and sequins on display in the parade, and you won’t need to worry about a thing — local support from G Adventures will take care of the details. So settle in, but don’t get too comfortable — soon you’ll be off your feet and dancing up a storm to Latin rhythm.
Travel Style
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Service Level
Basic
Physical Grading
1 - Easy
What's Included
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends. Rio de Janeiro city tour (half-day). Christ Redeemer visit. Sugar Loaf Mountain visit. G purple costume party. Subway/public transportation pass for Carnival street parties on Days 2, 4 and 5. Carnival festivities. Sambadrome tickets in section 10, with metro access accompanied by your CEO. Carnival parade. Experience Carnival with other G Adventures travellers. CEOs and G Staff available to offer assistance and support. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Revel in one of the biggest parties on earth, Witness the spectacular scenery of Rio, Experience the craziness of the Sambadrome, Relax knowing you have local support taking care of all the details
How large will the group be?
The G staff to traveller ratio of a small group, but it's a party, so the more the merrier! G party with around 100+ like-minded G travellers.
What meals are included in this trip?
5 breakfasts
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Public bus, private van, taxi, Subway
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hostel (5 nts, multi-share).
Itinerary
Rio de Janeiro
Arrive at any time and settle into a dorm in a hostel, located within walking distance to street parties, the beach, and public transportation. Later, meet your CEO and fellow travellers for a welcome meeting and orientation walk around the neighbourhood.
Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a free morning to relax on the beach, play volleyball, or explore the city on an optional Favela Tour before an evening dedicated to samba. Learn the basics from a professional instructor, then put your moves to the test at a local samba club with live music, dancing, and a true taste of Rio’s nightlife.
Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a city tour that visits some of the city's best features including Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. Admire the cityscape from different viewpoints and be sure to snap a few photos. After, you will have some free time to get ready for the Carnival Parade! Head to the Sambadrome to watch the parade, dance with friends and admire the flashy costumes passing by. This evening between 6-7:30, travel with your CEO via metro to the Sambodrome. You will watch the parade from reserved seating. After the show, return to your accommodation by metro accompanied by your CEO.
Samba schools are associations of people from the same neighbourhood or community (favela) who get together on a regular basis for samba meetings and rehearsals. Samba schools provide valuable jobs to the community in the production of costumes and floats. Each year, schools choose a different theme and may take to the parade from 3,000 to 5,000 members, and 6 to 8 floats. They have to make it through the runway in a period from 60-80 minutes, which means each member will spend only about 25-30 minutes inside the Sambodrome.
Rio de Janeiro
Take a slow morning to recharge after a night of Carnival celebrations. Sleep in, grab a coffee, or ease into the day at your own pace before the city kicks back into gear. For those who aren’t ready to stop the party, Rio’s buzzing street celebrations continue throughout the afternoon and evening. Take part in Rio’s famous Carnival street parties (blocos) together with your CEO. Locations vary daily and your included subway pass gives you access to different celebrations across the city.
Rio de Janeiro
Explore Rio’s creative side with a morning visit to Santa Teresa, wandering its colourful streets with your CEO and stopping at the iconic Selarón Steps. Later, join for one last Bloco experience with music, dancing, and celebrations filling the streets. Take part in Rio’s famous Carnival street parties (blocos) together with your CEO. Locations vary daily and your included subway pass gives you access to different celebrations across the city.
Rio de Janeiro
Depart at any time.
Is travel insurance required for my trip?
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your CEO, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Terms, conditions and restrictions apply; pricing, availability, and other details subject to change and/ or apply to US or Canadian residents. Please confirm details and booking information with your travel advisor.