Rio Carnival - 6 Day Trip
The best way to experience the world's biggest festival! Samba, party and soak in the MAGIC of Rio!
Experience the 2026 Rio Carnival in Tru Style!
Get ready to turn the heat up! What are you doing 13th-18th Feb 2026? Well, we're going to Rio Carnival! Whether you're dancing your heart out at the world-famous Carnival or exploring Rio's vibrant neighbourhoods, one thing’s for sure: you’ll never forget your first trip to this amazing country. This epic country is one of our most requested locations EVER! It's energetic, beautiful and FULL of unforgettable experiences. Brazil is the ultimate destination for beach lovers and party animals alike, and this is the ultimate way to experience the carnival in 2026! From the sun-drenched coastlines to the samba rhythms, Brazil is bursting with colour, culture, and once-in-a-lifetime moments. Brazil isn’t just a destination—it’s a vibe: cue Mas Que Nada!
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Experience the world's biggest celebrations
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let's get this party started!


Touchdown in Brazil's most iconic city. We're starting the party straight away and wasting no time! Jump off the plane and head over to our hotel for the next 6 days. Unpack, chill out and then it's time to explore. If you arrive early in the day, your group leader will have plenty of suggestions of how to spend the day - whether you fancy heading straight to the beach or hitting the shops for the ultimate Rio outfiit they've got you covered. In the evening, we'll meet as group, get the low down on the next incredbile 6 days and head out in search of good music and even better caipirinhas!
sugarloaf mountain and rio exploring


Ready to head out and explore? This morning we'll head over to Corcovado. This is the iconic mountain in the heart of Brazil that is home to the world-famous...no fr it's a wonder of the world - Christ the Redeemer. Once we are at the top of this epic mountain, we'll have time to explore and get the perfect photos to show your friends at home! Next up, we'll head over to Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car! Yes, of course we're spoiling you! The cable car is the best way to get 360 views of this insane city. After an afternoon of Rio's highlights, we'll get our dancing shoes on and head to a samba class - swing those hips, take in the music, and you'll be dancing like a local in no time!
beaches, blocos & sambadrome!


If we had to describe our perfect day in Rio...this might just be it! Wake up, grab some breakfast and head over to Copacobana beach for a morning of beach games. Picture this, football, volleyball and all-around jaw-dropping views as we spend the day on THE Copacobana beach! In the afternoon we'll experience our first blocas, these are local parties with 10/10 good vibes, street performances and of course LOTS of samba music! Then it's time to head back to the hotel and get ready for the moment you have all been waiting for...The Sambadrome! This evening will be insane, with incredible live music, epic floats and an unreal atmosphere - this is a night you'll remember forever!
chill time and afternoon blocos


Last night was a late one, so don't worry, we'll take it nice and slow this morning. The morning is yours to do as you please, sleep, eat, relax, head to the beach - the morning is yours to spend as you please. Mid-afternoon, we'll get our party shoes back on as we head over to another blocos. Once again, we'll dance the evening away, watch the sun go down over this awesome city and soak up every amazing minute.
santa teresa and one last party!


Gooood morning! This morning we can chill and maybe catch a few rays. Recover, rejuvinate and update your instagram! This afternoon we'll head over to Santa Teresa with a local guide and visit spots such as the Cathedral, Selaron Stairs, Lapa Arches and municipal theatre. This neighbourhood is super cool and more laid back than the rest of Rio - just what we need after a busy few days. We'll finish the afternoon in the perfect way...by going to one final blocos of course! In the eveing we'll head out for one final dinner as a group, reminise about the amazing 5-days we've had and then head over to Leviano Night Club for one final boogie!
chilled checkout


All good things must come to an end...and this adventure is no different! We've had the times of our lives, danced the nights away and lived like a local. We’re here to help plan the next steps of your adventure, whether it’s onwards, homebound or back to bed for a week of catching up on those early starts. We’ve loved having you and can’t wait to hear what’s next. Big love!
FAQs
Where does the trip start & finish?
The trip starts and ends in Rio de Janeiro.
Which airport do I need to fly into?
You will need to flight into Galeao International Airport (GIG.)
What is the closest airport to the end destination?
Galeao International Airport (GIG.)
Do I need to do anything to prepare for the trip?
You will need to download an app, in order to get your tickets for the Rio Carnival parade/sambadrome - https://www.quentro.com/en/
What kind of accommodation is included on this trip?
You'll be in triple bed rooms for this trip.
If you would like to arrange a pre-night please email info@trutravels.com
Yep! You will never lose your money. You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.
We believe that accommodation is one of the best parts of an experience! That’s why we stay in a huge range of different types. From local home stays to quirky hostels, our accommodation varies from tour to tour but one thing is for sure, it’ll be an amazing experience.
Most of the people that join us on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! We do have an upper age limit of 45 on our tours. If you are over 45 and have travelled with us before please contact our sales team at info@trutravels.com.
Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have we can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!
Yes, the majority of our travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of our TruTravellers come solo! We have designed our trips specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean our trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.
Unlike other tour operators, we always guarantee that your tour will 100% go ahead!
You can arrive any time on Day 1 of the tour. There are no scheduled activities during Day 1 on our tours but there will be a welcome meal with the group at around 7 pm. During this first evening, your guide will give you a run-down on the trip, you'll get to meet all the group and of course, you'll do some icebreakers to get to know each other a bit better! For more information on your arrival day contact the team at info@trutravels.com