Private Full-Day African Oriented Salvador Upper & Lower City
Get to know Salvador from an authentic and local point of view and at your own pace; without wasting precious time, in this MUST DO itinerary . We will always go out of the traditional route to discover the real city and all the possibilities that has to offer. Trying street food is always part of the fun and we will have plenty of opportunities to do it. I will suggest the best photography spots and you will be able to do it safely with me. Also, I provide you valuable information about all the activities you can do on your own during your stay in the city. If you like to interact with the local community this is also the tour for you.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Santo Antonio da Barra Fort and Nautic Museum of Bahia, Largo do Farol da Barra s/n Barra, Salvador, State of Bahia 40140-650 Brazil
We will start our learning &discovering experience at the iconic Lighthouse of Barra, located in Santo Antônio Fort, where we will walk around the place taking great pictures and enjoying the breeze. This is the entrance of the Bay of All Saints.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Praia do Porto da Barra, Av. Sete De Setembro, Salvador, State of Bahia 40140-110 Brazil
This is where the Portuguese Thomé de Souza founded Salvador! The most democratic beach of the city, warm and calm waters, where you find all kinds of people. I strongly recommend to spend a morning or come back during the sunset.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Forte de Santa Maria, Avenida Sete de Setembro Porto da Barra Beach, Salvador, State of Bahia 40140-650 Brazil
The Fort now holds the Espaço Pierre Verger of Baian Photography
Stop At: Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Vitoria, Largo da Vitoria, Salvador, State of Bahia 40081-305 Brazil
One of the oldest churches in Brazil and a great view of the Bay of All Saints+ views from the Community Vila Brandão
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Sao Bento monastery, Largo de Sao Bento 1 Centro, Salvador, State of Bahia 40024-108 Brazil
In this church we have beautiful Gregorian music during Sundays
Pass By: Largo do Campo Grande ( Praca 2 de Julho ), Centro Campo Grande, Salvador, State of Bahia 40080-120 Brazil
This important square celebrates Baian Independence
Pass By: Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Piedade, Praca Cel. Joao Rosa, 01 Centro, Piedade, State of Sao Paulo 18170-000 Brazil
Right in front of the Portuguese Library and across from Saint Peter Church
Pass By: Praca Castro Alves, Salvador, State of Bahia Brazil
Iconic place with interesting buildings
Stop At: Cathedral Basilica of Salvador, Praca XV, s/n - Terreiro de Jesus Centro, Salvador, State of Bahia 40026-010 Brazil
The Cathedral is consider one of the most important churches of Brazil and it was the 4th temple done by the jesuits in Salvador on the 17th Century and has a magnificent collection of Sacred Art.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Praca Thome de Souza, R. Chile, 2 - Centro, Salvador, State of Bahia 40020-000 Brazil
Here we are at the top of the hill, were the first Capital of Brazil was built. In this square we have the famous Lacerda Elevator from the 19th Century that connects the Lower and the High City. Rio Branco Palace that was the headquarters of the first Governor of Brazil, Thomé de Souza, the City Hall and the Casa de Camara where the municipal administration still works. We will start to explore the Historical Center Pelourinho by foot, visiting the Cathedral and São Francisco of Assis Convent & Church. We have time for street food or a restaurant. This is the chance to interact with local people diving into our daily life.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco, Largo do Cruzeiro de Sao Francisco, S/N Pelourinho, Salvador, State of Bahia 40020-280 Brazil
Built in the beginning of the 18th Century, the Church & Convent of São Francisco is one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Origin in the Word . Beautiful tiles and jacaranda wood plus lots of gold and paintings from local artists makes part of this outstanding complex.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Pelourinho, Salvador, State of Bahia Brazil
The famous Square where nowadays lays the Foundation Casa Jorge Amado, one of my favorites writers and also where Michael Jackson performed with Olodum the song “They don’t really care about us”
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Afro Brasileiro Museum, 1a Travessa 15 de Novembro S/N Faculdade de Medicina Terreiro de Jesus, Salvador, State of Bahia 40750-102 Brazil
Great place to lear about our history
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Dique de Tororo, Av. Vasco da Gama. S/N0 Tororó, Salvador, State of Bahia 40050-115 Brazil
Orixas by baian artist Tati Moreno
Stop At: Sorveteria da Ribeira, R. da Penha, 87 - Ribeira, Salvador - BA, 40421-110, Brazil
I suggest to stop here to try the ice cream.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Senhor Do Bonfim, Senhor Do Bonfim, State of Bahia
Time to dive into the baian feith
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat, Rua Santa Rita Durao Ponta de Humaitá, Salvador, State of Bahia 40425-000 Brazil
Another great view of the Upper City
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ponta de Humaita, Rua Monte Serrat Monte Serrat, Salvador, State of Bahia 40425-550 Brazil
Spectacular view of the city & Monteserrat Church. Great place for pictures.
Duration: 15 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duración: 7 To 8 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
I will pick you at your hotel or place of your choice with an executive car
Ports- Porto de Salvador, Av. da França, 393 - Comercio, Salvador - BA, 40010-000, Brazil
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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