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Rio Carnival
Travel to South America and be part of the largest and most vibrant carnivals in the world. It's more than a festival, the carnival season is a celebration of joy, and the city of Rio is its privileged setting.
Our top tips:• Do not be disappointed - get your carnival package now!
• Why not get there early and experience more of what South America has to offer - do one of STA Travel's amazing overland trips to meet the carnival.
• The earlier you leave the cheaper the flights! Book a flight to Rio >
Brazil Hostel Carnival Package fr £289
Includes: 5 or 7 nights B&B at Brazil hostel
This package offers five or seven nights staying at the fun & funky Brazil Hostel - you're best launching pad for squeezing the most out of Carnival! Brazil Hostel offers plenty of fun things to see and do around Rio during your stay... mingle with the crowds, meet plenty of fellow revellers and have the Carnival celebration that'll provide you with many a tale to tell back home!
The Sambadrome entry ticket is an optional extra from £62 (subject to availability).
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Brazil Hostel Winner's Carnival Package fr £176
Includes: 3 nights B&B at Brazil Hostel, local pub crawl, Winners' Carnival entry ticket to the Sambadrome (subject to availability), local favella party
Four fun-fuelled days checking out Carnival's cream of the samba crop! In the week after Rio's Carnival, the samba schools who were voted the best hold their encore proving just how bootylicious the samba style can be! This package offers a range of exciting events around the Winners' Carnival including accommodation at the Brazil Hostel - famous for its pumping atmosphere, and tickets to the Winners' parade at the Sambadrome!
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Sun Rio Hostel Package fr £575
Includes: 7 nights B&B at Sun Rio Hostel
Those who have seen it before come back for more! For first timers the impact is unforgettable. The Parade of the Samba Schools in Rio is one of the greatest shows on earth. The Sambadrome Entry Ticket is not inlcuded.
Overland tours - have a big adventure & meet the carnival!
| Tour | Details | Price fr | Book it! |
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Iguassu and Beyond![]() |
Buenos Aires to Rio, 15 days Meet the Carnival: departure date 11th Feb - 25th Feb. More departure dates available all year round. From learning to tango in vibrant Buenos Aires and spotting wildlife in the wetland reserve of Esteros del Iberá this trip will pack in some of the best highlights these two fascinating South American countries have to offer. Learn more... |
£1529 | ![]() ![]() |
Brazil Crossing ![]() |
La Paz - Rio De Janeiro, 17 days Meet the Carnival: departure date 16th Feb - 4th Mar. More departure dates available all year round. Take the path less travelled between the two and experience the hidden side of Latin America. Learn more... |
£1289 | ![]() ![]() |









