Rio Carnival on a Budget

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Be a part of the world's biggest and most colourful street party! Our Rio Carnival Budget Experience will take you to the heart of the Rio and the centre of the Carnival action. Watch the famous parade in the Sambadrome with Sector 13 tickets, get into fancy dress and samba your own way through the night!

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Night out a 'bloco' with included caipirinha
    • Sector 13 Sambadrome Ticket

What's this trip about?

    Be a part of the world's biggest and most colourful street party! Our Rio Carnival Budget Experience will take you to the heart of the Rio and the centre of the Carnival action. Watch the famous parade in the Sambadrome with Sector 13 tickets, get into fancy dress and samba your own way through the night!

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityRio de Janeiro
End CityRio de Janeiro

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Trip includes

    • 4 Breakfast(s)

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 to 1 Arrive Rio de Janeiro

Grab your masks, feathers, beads and sequins and get ready for the start of your Carnival Experience!

Please note: On our Rio Carnival Budget Experience, you will be staying in triple multi-share rooms. If you would prefer a twin room please speak...

Day 2 to 2 Rio de Janeiro

This is one of the best days to simply enjoy the atmosphere of Rio Carnival and of course the multitude of street parties, or as they are called in Rio, blocos! Blocos are the best way to experience and be part of Rio’s carnival celebrations with massive groups...

Day 3 to 3 Sambadrome Parade

Sunday Night is Sambadrome Night – the true highlight of Rio Carnival!! During the day you are free to head to one of Rio’s beaches for a revitalising dip in the ocean after last night’s partying. The Tucan Travel info desk can give you advice on the best place...

Day 4 to 4 Rio de Janeiro

Enjoy a lie in after the excitement and energy of the Sambadrome!

There are also many beaches to choose from in Rio, each of them with their own personality. Flamengo is the place to go to relax and enjoy the sun, Copacabana is perfect for some beach volleyball with the locals, and the chic Ipanema offers a taste of how the rich and famous spend their time in Rio.

Day 5 to 5 Depart Rio de Janeiro

Your adventure of a lifetime comes to an end today. If you have a late flight or have lengthened your stay by adding post tour accommodation you will have more time to explore the sights.

Your Rio Carnival experience ends today after breakfast. If you ha...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $790
Price per day$158
Last Updated: 11/25/2021

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Visas and travel insurance
    • Spending money – budget for meals, snacks, drinks, limited souvenirs, laundry, tips and any extras

Accommodation

4 night(s) in hotels
Travel Insurance
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Meals Included
4 Breakfast(s)
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
tucan-RBRCH

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