From
US$3,799 (excluding flights)
Country
Brazil
When to Go
February 05 – 14, 2027
Ideal Length
9, 10
Travel Style
YOLO, Group, Festival, Explorer

Ultimate Brazil Carnival Package

Overview

The Ultimate Brazil Carnival Package is designed for travelers who want to experience Brazil’s two most iconic Carnival celebrations—Salvador and Rio de Janeiro—on one expertly planned trip. This multi-city experience combines the high-energy street parties and all-inclusive camarotes of Salvador with Rio de Janeiro’s post-Carnival nightlife and cultural highlights.

This itinerary typically includes 5 nights in Salvador, Bahia during Carnival, followed by 4 nights in Rio de Janeiro, allowing travelers to experience two very different Carnival styles in one seamless journey. In Rio, guests can choose to add optional experiences such as the Winner’s Parade, held on the Saturday following Carnival and featuring the 6 top samba schools from that week’s competition.

TGW Travel Group has been offering Brazil Carnival packages since 2004, with local staff on the ground in both Salvador and Rio de Janeiro. Our team coordinates accommodations, airport transfers, inter-city transportation, and event access—so you can focus on enjoying Carnival while we manage the logistics behind the scenes.

International and domestic flights are not included by default, allowing travelers the flexibility to book flights using their preferred airlines, miles, or departure cities. Airfare can be added upon request, including flights between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro.

While this package is open to all travelers, it naturally attracts smaller groups due to its multi-city structure and premium pricing. In recent years, groups have typically ranged from 2 to 10 travelers, though larger groups are always welcome. This package is ideal for travelers seeking a more immersive, curated Carnival experience rather than a large, single-city group trip. If you are looking to join a larger group or

Included

Ultimate Brazil Carnival Package Includes:

  • 9 nights of hotel accommodations
    (5 nights in Salvador, Bahia / 4 nights in Rio de Janeiro)
  • 3 nights of Carnival party service in Salvador
    • Access to 2 all-inclusive camarotes and 1 night of bloco street parties in Salvador
    • Private guides and transportation to all scheduled Carnival events in Salvador
  • 2 nights of Rio de Janeiro club party service
    • Club transfers, entrance fees, and TGW host support in Rio
  • Beach day tour with guide in Salvador
  • Half-day Christ the Redeemer city tour in Rio de Janeiro
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off in both Salvador and Rio de Janeiro
  • 24-hour on-location staff support in both cities
  • Daily breakfast buffet at hotels
  • All applicable local taxes and service fees

Pricing Notes:

  • Package pricing does not include airfare unless flights are added upon request
  • Prices are based on triple occupancy unless otherwise specified
  • Pricing is typically set around March or April each year once official packages are released
  • Due to limited hotel and event availability during Carnival, pricing may change closer to travel dates

Payment plans are available

Looking for a different Carnival experience?
If you’re interested in a single-city, larger group option focused on Rio de Janeiro, you may want to explore our Rio Carnival Travel Package, which offers a high-energy group experience with different pricing options.

👉 View our Rio Carnival Travel Packages

Itinerary

Sample Itinerary: Ultimate Brazil Carnival Package

This is a sample itinerary showing how the Ultimate Brazil Carnival Package is typically structured. Final schedules may vary based on event availability and individual preferences.

Day 1 (Thursday) – Depart from the United States to Salvador, Bahia.

Day 2 (Friday) – Arrive in Salvador in the early afternoon. Check into your hotel and meet guide for a brief orientation. The guide will also provide you with your Carnival Party Shirts (Abadas). In the evening, enjoy your first Carnival experience with a camarote party (all-inclusive).

Day 3 (Saturday) – Free morning to relax by the hotel pool, hit the beach, or rest. In the afternoon, meet at the designated pickup point and head to a bloco street party.

Day 4 (Sunday) – Beach day in Salvador. We’ll take the group to one of the city’s best beaches (typically 30–45 minutes from downtown). A great way to recharge in the middle of Carnival week.

Day 5 (Monday) – Free day or Optional city tour. In the evening, enjoy your last Carnival event with a camarote party (all-inclusive).

Day 6 (Tuesday) – Free day. Tonight is flexible: choose an optional camarote, another bloco, or take a rest night to recharge before Rio.

Day 7 (Wednesday) – Depart Salvador for Rio de Janeiro. Arrive and check into your hotel. Free day and evening to relax.

Days 8–9 (Thursday & Friday) –
Day 8: Christ the Redeemer tour in the afternoon.
Day 9: Free day.
Both nights include TGW party service in Rio, typically featuring a different club each night, front-of-line entry, cover charges, and local guide/host support.

Day 10 (Saturday) – Free day to relax. In the evening, optional add-on: tickets to the Winner’s Parade (held the Saturday after Carnival).

Day 11 (Sunday) – Departure / travel home.

Accommodation

Superior Hotel Options

Hotels included in the Ultimate Brazil Carnival Package are carefully selected based on location, comfort, and ease of access during Carnival. With heavy traffic, street closures, and late nights, staying in the right areas is essential to maximizing your experience.

vila gale salvador hotel

Vila Gale Salvador Hotel

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windsor leme hotel

Windsor Leme Hotel

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Upscale Hotel Options

Zank by Toque Salvador

Zank by Toque Salvador Hotel

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miramar by windsor hotel

Miramar Hotel by Windsor

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Testimonials

Jeffrey S. Age: 30 Neptune, NJ

"What I liked most about my tour was the contrast between Salvador and Rio. I feel you get the full Brazilian Carnaval experience."

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Adam H. Age: 29 Charleston, WV

"Ultimate Carnaval is an understatement, it is more like everything I have done, on smashed into one."

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Sarah M. Age: 24 Sydney, Australia

“Fantastic trip that i wouldnt have been able to organise or execute on my own, very impressed!"

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