Rio Carnival experience behind the scenes (Pick-up included)



Have a behind-the-scenes look at the Rio de Janeiro Carnival with a tour of a samba costume factory. Learn about the history behind the parade, take a dance class, and taste a delicious caipirinha.

Highlights

  • Sense the vibrant atmosphere of the Rio Carnival with a backstage tour
  • Discover the factory and warehouse where costumes are made and stored
  • Learn about the history of the Carnival as you gaze at the parade floats
  • Try on the colorful costumes and take a samba class from a professional dancer
  • Taste a delicious caipirinha cocktail, one of the traditions of this celebration

Description

Live out the exciting Rio Carnival experience throughout the year. Take a guided tour to the Samba City area to discover the backstage process of the parades. Gaze at colorful costumes and floats, then learn the basics of samba dancing from a professional. Enjoy a convenient transfer from your hotel and drive over to a samba factory for a behind-the-scenes look. See the lengthy process that goes on before the big celebration takes place. Step into rooms where the public is usually not allowed to see how the elaborate costumes are made. Explore the exhibition hall to admire the details of the floats that parade through the Marquês de Sapucaí sambadrome. Learn all there is to know about the world-famous Carnival before heading into the dressing rooms to try on some costumes. Finish your fascinating cultural journey with a brief samba class from a professional dancer and a traditional caipirinha cocktail.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Professional guide Samba factory tour Costumes to try on Samba class 1 caipirinha

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

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