Regular Transfer
The trusted Bus Service operated by Aliança Turismo, servicing various neighborhoods across Rio de Janeiro.
The Regular Transfer is a reliable transportation service connecting Rio’s main hotels to the Sambadrome, ensuring comfort, security, and ease of travel. With pre-scheduled pick-ups and drop-offs, this service eliminates the hassle of navigating a city bustling with celebrations.
Prices:
- Purchase by Feb 24 - US$ 79
Prices are per person, in US Dollars, roundtrip.
Advantages:
- Convenience: Serves major hotels across Rio’s neighborhoods, including Barra, Leblon to Copacabana, Botafogo, Flamengo, Centro, and Port of Rio.
- Reliability: Fixed schedules ensure timely pick-ups and drop-offs. Expect delays of 30 to 60 minutes due to street parties and heavy traffic.
- Secure Return: Coordinated post-parade return trips back to your hotel area. Locate the orange-sleeve guides near Gates 9, 2, or 8 for embarking.
How it Works:
- Hotel Pick-Up: Choose your preferred pick-up point among dozens of routes and times from major hotels in Leme, Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Barra da Tijuca, Flamengo, and Botafogo.
- Pre-Scheduled Times: Select from three pre-set schedules for departure to the Sambadrome.
Arrival at Sambadrome:
- Odd Sectors: Drop-off at Sector 9.
- Even Sectors: Drop-off at Sector 2 or Sector 8.
Return:
After each samba school parade, buses transport passengers back to their hotel areas.
Vehicle Types:
Modern air-conditioned vans, microbuses, and buses guided by professional staff.