About this trip
This is a six-day, guided plunge into Rio de Janeiro during Carnival, built around the parades, samba shows and street parties that define the city's biggest week.
Local guides lead you through it all, mixing the big spectacle with some quieter moments, including a cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain and time on Copacabana beach.
What you'll do
- Watch the Carnival parade
- Take in a samba show
- Join street Carnival parties with locals
- Ride the cable car up Sugarloaf Mountain for city views
- Spend time on Copacabana beach
- Runs during Carnival week, so expect big crowds and a packed atmosphere throughout
- Easy-paced and fully guided, suiting those who'd rather not plan logistics themselves
Worth it if you want expertly managed Carnival chaos with Jorge's excellent leadership. Think twice if you dislike rushed itineraries, unpredictable transport logistics, or unequal treatment during group activities.
- Tour leader Jorge consistently praised for attentive care, security focus, and post-tour support across multiple reviews.
- Face painter spent 30-45 minutes on select guests, leaving others with rushed five-minute jobs; inadequate time management for 20+ groups.
- No dedicated transport between activities despite February heat; reviewers regularly resorted to Uber rather than walking long distances.
- Day combining Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf, Santa Teresa, Cathedral, Selaron Steps and Sambadrome felt too rushed despite being well-executed.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Rio de Janeiro · 3 Feb – 4 Feb
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