Rio Carnival: Sequins & the Sambadrome (Hostel Experience)
6 days, Rio de Janeiro to Rio de Janeiro
Itinerary Notes
Please note that all travellers booking this package will be sharing mixed-sex dormitory-style rooms with other G Adventures travellers.
Itinerary
Day 1Rio de Janeiro
Arrive at any time and settle into a dorm in a hostel, located within walking distance to street parties, the beach, and public transportation. Meet some of your fellow G Adventures travellers.
On Day 1, upon arrival at your hostel, there will be note at the reception letting you know the time of the Welcome Meeting at which you will receive the welcome package providing a schedule, documentation/vouchers, and pick-up times for all included activities. It also will contain contact information, should you have any questions about your tour.
We have reserved 6-bed dormitory rooms at a hostel, located within walking distance to street parties, the beach, and public transportation. Please note that the dorms are mixed gender but we will do our best to separate the rooms by gender for people not travelling together.
Arrival Day
Begin your adventure today. There are no planned activities so feel free to explore or rest up for the excitement ahead.
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Day 2Rio de Janeiro
Enjoy a city tour that visits some of the city's best features including Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. Admire the cityscape from different viewpoints and be sure to snap a few photos. After, get ready for the huge private G party on Copacabana beach, be sure to put on some purple flair.
Rio de Janeiro City Tour (Private)
There’s so much to see and do in this vibrant city pulsing with passion, music and the waves of the sea. Take a city tour and visit some of Rio’s hot spots. Visit the art deco statue of Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado Mountain, the colourful Lapa Steps and the Rio Cathedral. Ride a cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain and marvel at the magnificent views of the bay, city and beaches beyond.
Purple Beach Party
Take Carnival to the next level with a party on Copacabana beach with all your new G Adventures friends. We have organized a private party at a beach bar with music blaring, sun shining and tons of fun to be had.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 3Rio de Janeiro
The day is yours to explore the city. You can go hang gliding, or head out on a favela tour. G Adventures staff will keep the group updated and in the know regarding the hottest Carnival street parties — opt in at any time.
Your Discover Moment
There's plenty to see and do in Rio de Janeiro, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like watching a football game, going on a city tour, and hang gliding over this beautiful city. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
Optional Activities - Day 3 HideShow
Favela Tour
180BRL per personGet a feel for what life in a Favela is really like. We take you to the top of the Rocinha Favela and then descend on foot. On the way down, you get a unique insight into the vibrant spirit of the people, especially the kids.
Rio Football Game
500BRL per personIf it's a game day, catch a football match (or some call it soccer). Watch the locals cheer for their team and join in the celebrations.
Please note the pricing for this activity is approximate and could vary slightly on the ground when booked.
Rio Hang Gliding
980BRL per personGlide like a bird on this exhilarating and inspiring air adventure. Get all the guidance you need to go airborne with your instructor, and take to the skies for an unbeatable experience and amazing views of this incredibly picturesque city. Careful – you may become addicted to the freedom of flying!
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 4Rio de Janeiro
Head to the Sambadrome to watch the parade from section 11, dance with friends and admire the flashy costumes passing by.
Take it slow today because the parade literally lasts all night. This evening between 6-7:30, transfer to the Sambodrome where we have reserved seats in section 11. G Adventures representatives will accompany you throughout the evening, and after the Parade you'll transfer back to your hotel.
Samba schools are associations of people from the same neighbourhood or community (favela) who get together on a regular basis for samba meetings and rehearsals. Samba schools provide valuable jobs to the community in the production of costumes and floats. Each year, schools choose a different theme and may take to the parade from 3,000 to 5,000 members, and 6 to 8 floats. They have to make it through the runway in a period from 60-80 minutes, which means each member will spend only about 25-30 minutes inside the Sambodrome.
Carnival Parade
The Samba Schools Parade is something that everybody has to experience at least once. Watch the parade from inside the Sambadrome, marvelling at the outrageous costumes, arresting beats, and soulful rhythm of this incredible competition. Cheer on a favourite samba school as their floats make their way past you down the samba runway in an unbelievable parade of colour, movement and sound that lasts all night. When Carnival magic takes over, the Sambodrome is the setting for the greatest show on earth.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 5Rio de Janeiro
Free day to relax and recover from a late night out. Afternoon and evening street parties are ongoing for the brave and strong.
Your Discover Moment
There's plenty to see and do in Rio de Janeiro, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like watching a football game, going on a city tour, and hang gliding over this beautiful city. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 6Rio de Janeiro
Depart at any time.