Private Tour: Behind-the-Scenes Carnival Experience with Samba Lessons in Rio
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Gamboa
Experience the vibrant world of Rio Carnival with a private behind-the-scenes tour. Explore costume warehouses, learn samba dance, and enjoy a Caipirinha drink.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Carnaval Experience - 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.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Rare glimpse into Rio’s Carnival backstage
  • Private Bilingual guide
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information

Experience the magic of Samba with our private tour guide and pick-up service to Carnaval Experience (Samba City). A must-do in Rio, this tour exposes you to the craftsmanship and creativity behind the world’s largest Carnival. Get a unique insight into the backstage operations, uncover secret preparations and mingle with the people working tirelessly to bring the parade to life. Witness the creation and assembly process of over 3000 parade costumes and floats. The tour includes a visit to the warehouse of the 2022 Carnival winner Samba School, Grande Rio, showcasing an exhibition on the history of Samba and the Carnival. You also get the opportunity to try on real carnival outfits, learn some samba dance steps and savour a refreshing Caipirinha welcome beverage.

  • 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
Location
Carnaval Experience
Cidade do Samba
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Pdsomani
Apr 6, 2023
Fabulous Family Experience!! - What a special experience!! We did the private carnaval experience with pickup. Eneida picked us up at our hotel on time and had such a great energy as our guide for the entire tour. I was worried at first about doing this event after Carnaval was over since there'd be no rehearsals going on, but it ended up being extra special that way. We were able to take photos/videos since there was no longer secrecy around the floats and costumes, and my daughters had a fabulous time learning about the floats, trying on costumes, dancing, and learning about how all the costumes go from prototype to creation. This was an unforgettable experience and made so memorable by Eneida and her team. Highly recommend!!
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Somoney11
Apr 1, 2023
Highlight of our Rio Visit - This was undoubtedly the highlight of our Rio visit. Our tour guide was Eneida and she and her team made this experience unforgettable for our family (including 2 girls ages 8 and 11). They give you a true backstage experience with so much energy and liveliness. We would highly recommend this as a "must do" in Brazil if you want a taste of carnival.
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Ilan_l
Jul 31, 2022
Once-in-a-life experience! - This is such a cool way to experience Carnival up close and personalized! It was amazing seeing the floats and costumes. This was the perfect amount of insight into Carnival's history and what it all takes. The guides were a lot of fun too! Definitely think this is a must when visiting Rio to experience a bit of Carnival for yourself!
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Camila_v
Jul 28, 2022
Book it NOW!!! This was hands down the best thing I did while in Brazil - Book it NOW!!! This was hands down the best thing I did while in Brazil. The ultimate way to dive into the Brazilian culture of Carnival. Hard to describe just how good this experience was.
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