Rio Carnival 2026 Experience

Arrival in Rio de Janeiro. Transfer to the hotel of choice.  

Take in the breathtaking view as your plane descends upon Rio de Janeiro – the 'Marvelous City' where rolling green hills, turquoise ocean, sandy beaches and high-rise urban development is all packed together in a unique blend of life and humanity. 

 Rio Carnival 2026 will take place from February 13th to February 21st. This includes the main parades in the Sambadrome and other festivities throughout the city. The parades, which are a major highlight, are scheduled for the nights of Sunday, February 15th; Monday, February 16th; and Tuesday, February 17th.  

Excursion to the Sugar Loaf & Beaches (4 hours)

A magnificent cable car ride will take you up to Urca Mountain, the stop off between ground level and Sugarloaf. From there you can enjoy a smooth cocktail or sample some of Brazil’s many signature dishes. Once arriving to the top of Sugarloaf mountain you will see the captivating beauty of Rio from a different angle, To your left you can see Copacabana beach stretching off into the distance, and on the horizon the faint outlines of Two Brothers and Gávea mountains. Below you is the quaint and intimate Red Beach, while to your right you can see across Guanabara Bay to Niterói and, closer in, Rio’s Botafogo and central neighborhoods, with the unmistakable silhouette of Christ the Saviour casting its eternal gaze over the city. This trip is essential to gain a different perspective on Rio, and to truly understand its beauty . 

Breakfast at the hotel

We advise you to relax and prepare for the big Carnival party coming up! 

A fantastic evening is waiting for you – Rio’s famous Carnival! You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the Sambodromo where Brazil’s biggest party takes place. You will be able to be part of this huge festival and watch the representatives of the best Samba Schools of Brazil dancing and singing in front of you in their marvelous colorful costumes. The energy coming from the passers-by can be felt in every inch of the venue, and you will definitely fall for it. Sing along with the coral, dance to the drums, get excited with each School and emotional with it’s components, all this and more. You can enjoy this mind-blowing show the whole night – as long as you want to! You also have the option to be taken back to your hotel – in case you are too tired - after every samba school.

  Breakfast at the hotel

Tour to Corcovado Mountain Christ the Redeemer Statue 

(4 hours) Private services

After breakfast, you’ll set off on a tour through the city. Arriving at the station, where the environmentally friendly train will take you through the jungle to the top of Corcovado. On either side of the railway, you will have spectacular views of the Tijuca forest, inhabited by monkeys and other exotic animals and birds. At the top of Corcovado, at an altitude of 700 m above sea level, stands the landmark of Rio – the Statue of Christ the Redeemer (38m), which was built in 1931. You will have a breathtaking panoramic view of the metropolis and its environs Bridge Niteroi, Guanabara Bay, the Botanical Garden, the world's largest soccer stadium, Sugar Loaf, and more is possible from the top of Corcovado.

Recommendations · 

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes · Bring a bottle of water · Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat in case it's hot 

  Breakfast at the hotel; Transfer to the Airport of Rio de Janeiro.

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The price includes:

• Hotels according to the program (4 * or 5*)
•  Buffet breakfast daily 
• Transfers private with guide round trip from airport
•  Corcovado 4 hour tour private with guide
• Sugar loaf r 4 hour tour private
• Carnival tickets (Sector 9 )
•  Transfer Hotel-Sambadrome-Hotel private 
• 24/7 local assistance 
• bilingual guides 

Price per person in double

4 * Novotel  Hotel Buffet Breakfast

Prices starting at 

$ 3,500

Price per person in double 

5* Hotel   Buffet Breakfast available upon request

Prices starting at 

$

The price does not include:

• 🗶 International flights
• 🗶 Additional excursions
• 🗶 Food and drinks not mentioned in the program
• 🗶 Personal spendings
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• Prices are subject to change 
• Hotels can be changed for other of the same category
• We keep the right to correct the program due to unexpected changes that do not depend on us, such as weather conditions, graves, road conditions, force major, health problems, etc. All changes can be made only in order to provide better conditions and safety to our clients.