São Paulo Carnaval Rehearsal: Samba School, Culture, Traditional Music & Dancing

What do you do in São Paulo in the months leading up to the official carnaval parades? To be ready for the showy carnaval parades in February, samba schools need a long preparation that happen from October to January.

Get the feeling of carnaval taking a guided private tour going to an exciting rehearsal experiencing the passion that unites all Brazilians. Dive into one of the most comprehensive and interactive Brazilian cultural expressions with samba dancing, singing and cheering alongside fans at one of the samba schools practicing warehouses.

• This experience gives you an unforgettable opportunity of seeing a different culture and break from the usual routine

• You will also have the chance to try traditional snacks (not included) and take memorable pictures of the experience

• Enthusiastic about carnaval or not, it cannot be missed out on while São Paulo

• Get an insight into local Samba music history and culture

• Benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide



Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Unidos de Vila Maria, R. Cabo João Monteiro da Rocha, 448 - Jardim Japao, São Paulo - SP, 02142-020, Brazil

Want to spend a super fun night in São Paulo- Visit the samba school warehouse to enjoy the samba rehearsal accompanied by professionals.

Following pick-up at your place, we drive to our destination to learn the first steps of samba and the secrets of the symbol of Brazil.

During the rehearsal, discover how the dancers from the samba schools get prepared for the spectacular carnaval event. Furthermore, get to know the history of the samba school, the projects it carries out and the main samba movements.

Be carried away by the energy of the music, applauses, animation, party and dance... This is just a small part of the experience that awaits you on this visit to a samba school in São Paulo.

Finally, after a couple of hours, we take you back to your hotel in São Paulo.

Duration: 3 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Most travelers can participate"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
PICK-UP INFORMATION:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area.
• We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo.
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DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
• Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area.
• We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo.
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HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
• As soon as the driver or tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.


Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Admission fees.
• Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
• Any address pick-up and drop-off are included like hotel and airport. (within São Paulo)
• Professional licensed bilingual private tour guide.
• Driver for groups bigger than 5 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
• VAT, all taxes, handling charges and parking fees.

Not Included

• Food and drinks.
• Gratuities & tips. (optional).

Facilities