Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)

G Adventures · 6 days

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Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)
Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)
Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)
Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)
6 Days
From AUD $2999
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Easy

Rating


(3 reviews)

Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)

Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)

G Adventures · 6 days
3.8
3 Reviews

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Duration

6 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Basic

Physical Rating

Easy

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

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.

Includes

Activities

  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Rio de Janeiro
  • 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

Accommodation

  • Hostel (5 nts, multi-share).
  • 5 breakfasts

Transport

  • Public bus, private van, taxi, Subway

Group Leader

  • Team of CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) and G Adventures Staff.

Highlights

  • 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
Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)

Trip Details

Duration

6 days

Transportation

Public bus, private van, taxi, Subway

Guide Language

English

Starts

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Finishes

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Accommodations

Basic

Travel Style

18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget

Physical Rating

Easy

Itinerary

1

Day 1: 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 some of your fellow G Adventures travellers during a welcome meeting at the hostel. Afterwards, there will be an optional group dinner at a local restaurant.


Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
2

Day 2: Rio de Janeiro

The day is yours to explore the city. You can go to the beach, or head out on a favela tour. G Adventures staff will keep the group updated and in the know regarding the hottest Carnival street parties — opt in at any time using your included subway pass.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Use your free time to hit the beach or try optional activities like watching a football game, or going on a city tour. Opt to join the various street parties in the area with your CEO and members of the group using your public transportation/subway pass.
3

Day 3: 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 huge private G party on Copacabana beach, be sure to put on some purple flair.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Take Carnival to the next level with a party on Copacabana beach with all your new G Adventures friends. We have organized a private party at a beach bar with music blaring, sun shining and tons of fun to be had.Activity - There’s so much to see and do in this vibrant city pulsing with passion, music and the waves of the sea. Take a city tour and visit some of Rio’s hot spots. Visit the art deco statue of Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado Mountain, the colourful Lapa Steps and the Rio Cathedral. Ride a cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain and marvel at the magnificent views of the bay, city and beaches beyond.
4

Day 4: Rio de Janeiro

Spend the day exploring on your own. In the evening, head to the Sambadrome to watch the parade, dance with friends and admire the flashy costumes passing by.
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.

Take it slow today because the parade lasts all night. This evening between 6-7:30, travel with your CEO via metro to the Sambodrome. You will watch the parade from reserved seating in section 10. 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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - In the morning enjoy free time to explore on your own, partake in optional activities, or attend more street parties for Carnival with your CEO.Activity - The Samba Schools Parade is something that everybody has to experience at least once. Watch the parade from inside the Sambadrome, marvelling at the outrageous costumes, arresting beats, and soulful rhythm of this incredible competition. Cheer on a favourite samba school as their floats make their way past you down the samba runway in an unbelievable parade of colour, movement and sound that lasts all night. When Carnival magic takes over, the Sambodrome is the setting for the greatest show on earth.
5

Day 5: Rio de Janeiro

Free day to relax and recover from a late night out. In the afternoon or evening, the brave and strong can opt to join your CEO for more Carnival street parties.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a relaxing day to recover from the all-night party. If you are feeling up to if after a morning of rest, there will be an opportunity to attend one final Bloco this evening with your CEO and group to revel in the loud, chaotic, colourful atmosphere that is Carnival!
6

Day 6: Rio de Janeiro

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $2,999
(Tour only)
Per Person Standard

Duration: 6 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Easy

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.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 05 Feb 2027

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
2.5
Luciano
Traveled, April 2023

05/18/2023

I had a great time in Peru. Our guide Zema was very clear in all the activities we had for the day, very knowledgeable and experiment. The hotels were nice with AC, heaters, clean bathrooms, and comfortable bed. On the long bus ride there was many stops on the way for bathroom break, site visits, and amazing views. There were minor problems which are not relevant for an overall experience, but with the price they were easily overlooked. Again, thanks for the wonderful experience and awesome guide

4.0
Brian
Traveled, May 2023

05/17/2023

Tour guides were amazing and the tour was very organized. Great experience!! Now the not so great: communication was poor before the trip and add on excursions not easily accessed (especially Machu Picchu) which is the main attraction and should be an option to add with full details while booking. $480 USD booking MP through Tourradar, while booking in Peru is $280 for the same. $200 USD booking fee is unreasonable.

Tour Operator

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