Description
9:00- 16:00
The city tour is a great choice for travellers who are interested in getting some basic knowledge and a good insight into the city of Salvador and its history, culture, architecture, geographical areas, music, nightlife, beaches, shopping centers and whatever else might be of interested. By joining the tour you will be given a good introduction to Salvador which most certainly will be useful during the rest of your stay in the city.

Program
We start from your hotel where you will meet our multi-lingual guide. Then the program consists of the following:
- Introduction to the district your hotel is located in and some points of interest which are close by e.g. restaurants, nightclubs, beaches, supermarkets, post office etc.
- A short tour through areas like Rio Vermelho, Barra, Vitória and along the coastal roads of Salvador’s main city area. Every area has its own specialities: museums, fortresses, bars, beaches, theatres, restaurants and a history, which will be explained to you.
- A walking tour through the historical center called ”Pelourinho”. Stroll along the cobblestone streets of this preserved colonial-style area which has been declared a cultural heritage area by UNESCO. We will visit the golden church of Saint Francisco, pass various museums and historical buildings, until we reach the ”Largo do Pelourinho”, Salvador’s most famous picture postcard, where slaves were punished in public in days gone by. We’ll go into a unique church built especially for slaves by slaves (Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos). The area’s history will be explained and pointed out to you and you will be told about the best places to enjoy musical performances and where the best restaurants are.
- The tour continues until we reach the Palácio Rio Branco, built in the square Tome de Sousa administration building. From there you can admire the panoramic view of the Cidade baixa (the lower city) and the Baia de Todos Santos (All Saints Bay) which spreads out behind it.
- We go down to the lower city using the famous Elevador Lacerda and go into the local handicraft market called Mercado Modelo, the old slave trade market. You’ll have time to buy souvenirs and local handicrafts and you can enjoy a capoeira performance as well.
- Transfer to the Ribeira neighbourhood, where we can have lunch or just walk along the beautiful beach. Ribeira has a strong reputation as the home of many skillful capoeristas and on the weekends it is also frequented by local sunbathers.
- Our final destination is the famous church of Bomfim that has a history of syncretism - a mix of Catholicism and the traditions of candomblé. The annual tradition ”Lavagem do Bomfim” takes place there every January and attracts huge numbers of people who come to celebrate.
- Return to your hotel.

What to take with you:
Cap, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera and personal belongings.

Package includes:
Private city tour in Salvador, lunch (depending on the chosen package) and entrance tickets.

Not included:
Drinks, souvenirs or extra transfers.

When:
Daily

Group size:
Min 1 pax

Rate:
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