Brazil · Performances

Samba School Rehearsal Admission & Transfer

4 Hours Round trip from Rio de Janeiro Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Attend a live samba school rehearsal in Rio de Janeiro
02 Feel the energy and atmosphere of Carnival preparations
03 Visit a different samba school depending on the day
04 Possible schools include Salgueiro, Portela, Beija-Flor, and Estácio de Sá
05 Entrance to the samba rehearsal included
06 Roundtrip transfer included
07 Enjoy an evening cultural experience in the city of samba

Experience the rhythm, colour, and excitement of Rio’s carnival spirit at a live samba school rehearsal. This evening outing gives you the chance to see one of the city’s samba schools in action as performers and dancers prepare for Carnival in an energetic, authentic setting.

Each day features a different samba school, which may include names such as Salgueiro, Portela, Beija-Flor, or Estácio de Sá, depending on the schedule. With entrance to the rehearsal and roundtrip transfer included, it’s an easy way to enjoy one of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic cultural experiences.

Each day features a different samba school, which may include names such as Salgueiro, Portela, Beija-Flor, or Estácio de Sá, depending on the schedule.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Rio de Janeiro

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Samba School Rehearsal

Everyday, we visit a different Samba School. Contact us in advance to find out which one we will visit today.

It may be Salgueiro, Portela, Beija-Flor, Estácio de Sá... It depends on the day.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Rio de Janeiro 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to the Samba Rehearsal

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum of 2 people are required for this activity to take place. Otherwise, the tour may be rescheduled.
We contact you back to provide proper pickup time. Check your emails and/or cell phone.
BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. Contact Rio Carioca Tour [/ +55 21 ] at least 24 hours before the start of the tour to inform location and confirm pickup time. Wait for the tour guide in the place informed on a visible location. Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. Different age policies may apply according to each location. ID or copy is mandatory, even for children. Voucher is confirmed only by payment confirmation. The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis due to force majeure. Read our Cancellation Policy. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Carnival-related products have a specific cancellation policy. Take care of your personal belongings as we are not responsible for items left in vehicles and/ or in places visited. We recommend that you carry all your belongings.
Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Downtown (Centro). Contact us back to adjust the pickup time.