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Available in Português, English, Español, Français, Deutsch, Italiano

Get a private experience, exploring behind the scenes, secrets, and preparations for the greatest show on Earth.

This tour presents the art and imagination behind Carnival, with a visit to the 2022 champion's barracks, Academicos do Grande Rio, in Cidade do Samba, where you follow the production of floats and more than 3,000 costumes.

The tour includes a presentation about the history of Samba and Carnival, conducted in the language of your choice, and ends with the opportunity to wear exclusive costumes, sambar and toast with a caipirinha welcome in the heart of Rio de Janeiro.

TABLE OF VALUES:

Until 31/10/26

  • 1 to 5 people • R$ 850
  • 6 to 10 people • R$ 1,100
  • + from 10 people • R$ 110 p/PAX

01/11/26 to 31/03/2027

  • 1 to 5 people • R$ 1,400
  • 6 to 10 people • R$ 1,700
  • + from 10 people • R$ 170 p/PAX

01/04/27 to 31/10/27

  • 1 to 5 people • R$ 1,150
  • 6 to 10 people • R$ 1,450
  • + from 10 people • R$ 145 p/PAX

Private Visit

You and your group will have an exclusive guide on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Carioca Carnival. Bilingual Guide: You choose the language of the tour!

Authentic Rio experience

Wear costumes, dance with passiders and immerse yourself in the culture that makes Rio the world capital of Carnival.

Table of Values

Table of values available in the description of the experience.

It's included
  • PRIVATE guided tour of the Academics of Greater Rio barracks — One of the main Samba Schools in the City of Rio de Janeiro (30 min).
  • Exhibition room: a bit about the history of samba and carnival parades (20 min).
  • Getting in the mood: arrangement of costumes to wear and photograph (20 min).
  • Samba flavor: caipirinha welcome (10 min).
  • Samba class with one of our Passists! (10 min)
It's not included
  • Transfer to the City of Samba

Voucher orientation

🎟️ Cancellation

Free up to 48 hours before the tour.

🔒 Tour Rules

  • It is forbidden to interfere with Grande Rio, LIESA or any samba school.
  • Access to other barracks in Cidade do Samba is not allowed.
  • Respect the work of the schools and follow the guidelines of the guides and producers.
  • It is forbidden to touch costumes, floats, or materials without permission from the Carnaval Experience team.
  • Smoking is prohibited during the visit.
  • Photographs of the preparations are only allowed with prior authorization; the guides will indicate where it is allowed.
  • Closed footwear is recommended (do not wear flip flops).

⚠️ Important Information

  • People with respiratory problems or sensitivity to strong smells should consult the team before purchasing (use of industrial chemicals).
  • Wheelchair and stroller accessible.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Children up to 5 years old do not pay; babies must remain in their arms.
  • The tour takes place rain or shine.

🎫 Booking Policy | Private Tour

  • The Private Backstage Carnival Tour with Samba Class is sold as a closed package, with a price defined per group.
  • There are no ticket categories, half-price tickets, Rio tickets, or individual gratuities.
  • The investment is agreed according to the number of participants, format of the experience and language chosen.
    The languages that can be selected are: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Italian and German (subject to availability).

📄 Important
After confirming the reservation, the person responsible for the group will receive instructions for accessing and starting the tour

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