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Salvador: City Highlights Private Tour

1. Salvador: City Highlights Private Tour

Choose from 5 different itineraries to best fit your time in Salvador and your preferences. Explore the city's highlights on a private tour with an expert guide and learn about the historical background of the city. • 4-Hour Cidade Baixa - Salvador Outskirts Tour Visit the lower city of Salvador and get to know the coastal area of Baía de Todos os Santos. Go to Dique do Tororó and enjoy a panoramic view of the Arena Fonte Nova football stadium. Next, see the beaches of Ribeira and the Itapagipe Peninsula and visit a tile-painting workshop. Taste a tropical ice cream at the traditional Sorveteria da Ribeira and head to the famous Senhor do Bonfim Church. Get a beautiful view of Montserrat Fortress and end your tour visiting Mercado Modelo, a major landmark of colonial Brazil where you can find a wide variety of vendors selling art and handicrafts. • 4-Hour Old Salvador with Pelourinho Tour Learn about the rich history of Salvador by starting your tour at Santo Antonio da Barra Fortress and Lighthouse. Then, visit the monument to Brazilian Independence, and walk the UNESCO-inscribed Historic Center of San Salvador de Bahia, also known as "Pelourinho.” Visit the Jesuit Basilica Cathedral and the Church of St. Francis of Assis, two of the most extraordinary religious buildings in Brazil. • 6-Hour Salvador Essentials Tour with Local Snack Make the most of your time and see the main sights in the city in this combo tour of the Cidade Baixa – Salvador Outskirts and Old Salvador with Pelourinho tours. Have a quick stop to try a crepioca (included) and taste a unique flavor of Bahian gastronomy. • 7-Hour Old Salvador with Pelourinho Tour & Salvador Beaches Live Salvador at its best and combine history with beach relaxation. This tour combines the Old Salvador with Pelourinho tour with some time to enjoy Praia do Flamengo and Stella Maris, two of the best beaches in Salvador. Lunch is not included. • 8-Hour Salvador Essentials Tour with Regional Lunch  Take the complete tour of Salvador combining the Cidade Baixa – Salvador Outskirts and Old Salvador with Pelourinho tours at a more relaxed pace with a stop for a traditional Bahian lunch (included).

Historic City Tour in Salvador

2. Historic City Tour in Salvador

The tour commences by departing from the chosen hotels to explore significant landmarks showcasing the history of Salvador. We begin with the Barra Lighthouse and proceed to the Cidade Alta (upper city) via the Corredor de la Victoria, Campo Grande, and Piedade. This area represents the modern part of the city, characterized by towering buildings and bustling shopping centers, serving as the economic hub of Salvador. Next, we stroll through Municipal Square, home to the Rio Branco Palace and City Hall. Adjacent to it stands the Lacerda Elevator, offering a breathtaking view of the Bay of All Saints from its balustrades. From the elevator's viewpoint, we can admire the Upper City, Lower City, and the picturesque streets and houses of Pelô, offering a diverse array of perspectives. We continue to the Terreiro de Jesus, where the Cathedral Basilica of the Savior is located. Our visit also includes the St. Francis Church, renowned as one of Brazil's wealthiest and the epitome of Portuguese Baroque architecture. Our tour concludes at Largo do Pelourinho, a vibrant square blending colors, cultures, and rich history. This site, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and immortalized by renowned writer Jorge Amado, encapsulates the essence of Salvador. Finally, we return passengers to their respective hotels, concluding the tour.

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4.9 / 5

based on 60 reviews

Great tour, The guide we had Marcos was very knowledgeable and gave us just the right amount of time to see the places we visited at each stop. We did the 6-hour tour and it was definitely enough time to see the key landmarks if you are just there for a weekend getaway! I would book again!

A perfect sightseeing tour through Salvador with all the highlights. We had a great German-speaking guide who had incredible knowledge. Was super interesting! We would book again immediately if you only have two days in Salvador.

The guide was great. A lot of knowledge. 4 hours is good for a glimpse at the beautiful Citi of Salvador. I say it's a must for everyone.

Great guides. We were able to customize everything to our liking. Thank you for everything