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HomeSalvador Full Day City Tour - A Complete Day To Discover This Magic Salvador!
Description
This tour is undoubtedly the best way to experience the city of Salvador. You will visit its old center, dive into its history, culture, religiosity and the habits of the people of Bahia and be seduced by the magic of this city.
First, you will discover the history and most important places of this fascinating city and first capital of the colony of Brazil. We will see some of the touristic highlights of the city, such as: the Lighthouse of Barra, the Corridor of Victoria bordered by ancient trees, the Campo Grande square and a busy commercial area. We then arrive in the Historical Center, called so after the UNESCO made it a World Heritage Site and a must for the all visitors: a complete old neighborhood, called Pelourinho, full of churches and magnificent colorful mansions in typical Portuguese colonial styles. We visit this place walking through the lively squares and cobblestone streets experiencing the local atmosphere and people. A strong suggestion is to visit the church of São Francisco, a real jewel with its fantastic Baroque interior covered by gold leaves.
You will have the opportunity to lunch in one of the cozy local restaurants in the Pelourinho and taste one the delicious regional dishes, such as the “moqueca” (fish stew prepared in the African way)!
After lunch you will discover the more quiet and human face of this fascinating city in the Lower City of Salvador. Our principal destination is the peninsula of Itapagipe, completely surrounded by the calm waters of the bay and an oasis of peace at only 8 km from the busy harbor area. Before arriving there, we visit the biggest and swarming open market of the city, São Joaquim., an adventure on itself! From here, we go to the neighborhoods of Ribeira, with fantastic views on the Bay of All Saints, and the famous church of Bonfim, an important place for pilgrimage and syncretism. Then we visit Boa Viagem with the impressive Fort of Monte Serrat and the Ponta de Humaitá, the most romantic spot in Salvador for its magic sunset!
This complete tour offers you an unforgettable travel experience and success is guaranteed!
Highlights
- Lighthouse of Barra
- Historical Centre
- Pelourinho
- Peninsula of Itapagipe
- Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim
- Boa viagem
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- Start at the famous Lighthouse of Barra, where you have a splendid view of the Bay of All Saints and the Atlantic Ocean at the same time.
From Barra, we take the main avenue, passing diverse neighbourhoods such as the Corridor of Victoria bordered by ancient trees, and a busy commercial area, to arrive in the Historical Center, called so after UNESCO made it a World Heritage Site. This place is a must for visitors. It is a complete old neighbourhood, called the Pelourinho, in the Upper City inside the bay, full of churches and magnificent colourful mansions in typical Portuguese colonial style.
Walk through the lively squares and cobblestone streets and experience the local atmosphere and people that will not let you remain impassive.
Don't forget to visit the Church of São Francisco, a real jewel with its fantastic Baroque interior covered by gold leaves. There will be time for a delicious lunch in one of the excellent typical restaurants in the Historical Center.
In the afternoon, this tour you will give a different view of the third biggest capital of Brazil and take you to the Lower City where our principal destination is the peninsula of Itapagipe, completely surrounded by the calm waters of the bay and an oasis of peace, only 8 km from the busy harbour area.
Go to the neighbourhoods of Ribeira, with fantastic views on the Bay of All Saints and some small marinas with their schooners and sailboats.
Continue to Bonfim, with the famous church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim that is an important place for pilgrimage where the syncretism between Catholicism and Candomblé still lives strongly.
Explore Boa Viagem with the imponent Fort of Monte Serrat and the Ponta de Humaitá, the most romantic spot in Salvador, at sunset!
Depending on your interest, we can visit the biggest and swarming open market of the city, called São Joaquim, or the well-known Mercado Modelo, that is more directed to the tourist with its small shops of art and handicraft.
What's Included
Services of driver and guide.
What's Excluded
All personal expenses.
Drinks.
Food.
Entrance fees for churches and museums (if applicable)
Anything else not specified.
What to bring
- Casual dressing
- Comfortable shoes
- Protection against sun and rain
Know before you go
The best way to get seduced by the magic of this city is to combine the Upper City and Lower City tours into one full day tour. That will give you the opportunity to lunch in one of the cozy restaurants in the Pelourinho; taste the delicious regional dishes, such as the moqueca!
Itinerary and time schedule can change in function of the local traffic and climate conditions.
If you are with more than 3 persons, please contact me to make you an excellent quote for a family or group.
Meeting Point
Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| The group size and price | |
| 1 To 1 | USD 140 Per Group |
| 2 To 2 | USD 170 Per Group |
| 3 To 3 | USD 180 Per Group |
This is a private tour | |