Samba Express
Direct and convinient Transfers from our Hospitality Desk in Copacabana to both sides of the Sambadrome. Drop off at Sectors 9 – odd side sectors - and Sector 2 or 8. – for even side sectors.
The Samba Express offers a streamlined, point-to-point transfer service for those seeking a quick and hassle-free journey to the Sambadrome. Designed for efficiency, the Samba Express ensures you arrive at the heart of Carnival festivities without unnecessary stops. Modern air-conditioned vehicles equipped with GPS tracking.
Prices
- Purchase by Jan 31, 2025 – US$ 49
- Purchase by Feb 23, 2025 – US$ 69
- Purchase on or after Feb 24 – US$ 79
Prices are per person, in US Dollars, roundtrip.
Advantages
- Speed and Efficiency: Direct transportation to the Sambadrome, without intermediate stops, ensuring time savings.
- Comfort and Convenience: Modern and air-conditioned vehicles for a pleasant experience during the journey.
- Safety and Organization: Bilingual staff available to ensure a smooth and reliable journey.
- Agility: Departures every 30 minutes.
How it Works
- Book Your Spot: Reserve online or via the app, and receive your boarding pass.
- Travel Directly and Efficiently: Enjoy uninterrupted travel from the pick-up point to your destination.
Route
Pick-up location: Only at the Hospitality Desk located at the Rio Atlântico Hotel, Rua Siqueira Campos, 90, Copacabana, directly opposite the Siqueira Campos subway station.
Schedule
- First departure: 18:00
- Last departure: 23:30
Estimated Travel Times
- Atlântico Copacabana Hotel to Sector 2: 40-50 minutes (6.89 km)
- Atlântico Copacabana Hotel to Sector 9: 30-40 minutes (6.83 km)
Arrival at Sambadrome
- Odd Sectors: Drop-off at Sector 9, with Angels escorting users on foot to Sectors 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, and 13.
- Even Sectors: Drop-off at Sector 2 or Sector 8, with Angels escorting users on foot to Sectors 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12.
Return
Post-each parade after midnight, hop on the Samba Shuttle from the Sambadrome back to your starting point along Avenida Atlântica. Passengers are dropped off on the opposite side, near hotels and buildings.
Vehicle Types
Deluxe air-conditioned buses guided by bilingual staff and equipped with GPS tracking.
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