Parade at Rio Carnival with Fantasia and Hotel Transportation

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Join the largest carnival celebration in the world! The Rio Carnival Parade is a stunning competition, where the Samba Schools present an entire year of creativity and dedication through music, choreographies and vibrant fantasies. With this unforgettable experience, you will not just be a spectator — you will shine on the avenue.

You will wear an authentic and handmade fantasy, created by a Samba School, and parade through the iconic Marquis de Sapucaí, dancing alongside experienced members. Our staff will be available to help you prepare and ensure that you feel fully immersed in the energy and excitement of the event.

After the parade, we will offer transport back to your hotel. And if there's room in your suitcase, your fantasy can come back with you as a special souvenir of that magical night.

Don’t forget — Carnival dates change every year, so check in advance when planning your adventure!

What's included

  • Original and tailor-made fantasy, created by a samba school.
  • Possibility to take the fantasy home (if there is room in the luggage).
  • Assistance to dress the fantasy.
  • Transfer and return (hotel ↔ Sambódromo).
  • Tickets to attend the Carnival Parade
  • Food and Drink
  • There is no pickup service for Recreio and Barra.

What to expect

  1. Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
    4h · Admission ticket not included
    The Marquês de Sapucaí, also known as Sambódromo, is the legendary heart of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival. Located in the city centre, this iconic space was designed by renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer and officially inaugurated in 1984. Built especially for the great Carnival show, the Sambódromo transforms, each year, into a vibrant sea of colors, sounds and movement, while the samba schools feature unforgettable performances in an intense and passionate competition.

    With an extent of 700 meters, the venue accommodates more than 70,000 spectators and offers a variety of seating options, including benches, VIP cabins and outdoor areas. More than just a stage, the Sambódromo is a symbol of the cultural wealth of Brazil and the tradition of samba. Although it receives numerous events and concerts throughout the year, it is during the Carnival that it gets real life, becoming the pulsing heart of one of the most electrifying celebrations in the world.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver would have found you at the door of your hotel at the agreed time.
There is no pickup service for Recreio and Barra.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tickets to attend the parade (as spectator) are not included.
  • Carnival dates change every year, so it’s important to check the calendar when planning your trip.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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