11 Day – Historic Brazil

Bahia by Jorge Amado & Yemanjá House 

Jorge Amado was one of the most awarded Brazilian writers and has many works adapted for films, theater plays and television programs. His books have been published in 55 countries and translated into 49 languages. But above all, he described Bahia as anyone, detailing the typical customs and valuing the miscegenation of the population, as well as the contradictions of their free and conservative way.  

This tour takes guests to Rio Vermelho House, where Jorge Amado and his wife, Zelia, lived with their family. It also goes to the Yemanjá house in the same bohemian neighborhood of Rio Vermelho, ending in a visit at the neighborhood market, Ceasinha of Rio Vermelho, to taste the typical foods that Jorge Amado praised in his works. Finally, you will go to one of the local restaurants of the market to enjoy a delicious meal. 

Services Included: 

• Excursion: Bahia by Jorge Amado Tour (6 hours approx.)  
• Transport: Private transport with driver (6 hours approx.). 
• Local Tour Guide: English/Spanish  
• Entrances: Rio Vermelho House ticket 

After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Salvador de Bahia also know as the city of the hapiness at your ease.  

 

On this day you will flight to Ouro Preto and at your arrival there will be a specialized guide waiting for you to take to your hotel, then you will have the rest of the day at your disposal. 

Services Included: 

• Transport: Hotel – Salvador Airport (40 min approx.)
                     Belo Horizonte Airport - Hotel (3 hours approx.). 
• Local Tour Guide: English/Spanish.  

 

The first capital and diocese of Minas Gerais, Mariana is a lovely village founded in 1711. Its picturesque streets invite guests to take a pleasant walk around its churches, museums, and monuments in an antique and charming architecture style from Colonial Period.  

In this tour, you will get to know the historical site Minas Gerais Square, the Carmo and Saint Francis churches, the city Hall and the pillory as well. After that walk, we will go by train and have a tour in Minas da Passagem, the largest open-to-visit mine of gold in the world, located between Mariana and Ouro Preto. A trolley drives to 120 meters of depth underground and 315 meters of length so you can look back to the golden era and appreciate a very beautiful natural lake that has inside. 

Services Included: 

• Excursion:  Historic Villages: Mariana & Gold Mine by train (8 hours approx.). 
• Local Tour Guide: English/Spanish.  
• Transport: Private transport with drive 
• Meals: Lunch in a local restaurant (beverages not included) 
• Entrance Tickets: Gold Mine by train 

Founded in 1698, Ouro Preto is the masterpiece of colonial architecture in Brazil, being included in the World Heritage List by UNESCO. The city was the focal point of the gold rush and Brazil’s golden age in the 18th century. Along the same period, there were developed liberation movements inspired by the Enlightenment ideas and the concrete example of the American Revolution. 

Tiradentes is one of the treasures of Brazilian history located in the state of Minas Gerais. Named after a resident martyr who died fighting the monarchy government, the city is a part of the route where the Portuguese colonists used to transport the gold and precious metals from the mines during the colonization, in the 18th century. 

In this tour, the pick-up is at Ouro Preto, and you will be taken to Tiradentes. At Tiradentes, we will walk about 15 minutes to the stable, where we will have the opportunity to horseback riding. 

Services Included: 

• Excursion: Horseback riding (10 hours approx.). 
• Transport: Hotel Ouro Preto – Hotel Tiradentes (private transfer with driver)  
• Local Tour Guide: Spanish/English. 

Petrópolis first started as a farm with a summer residence of the imperial family of Brazil. Nowadays, it has maintained the imperial atmosphere in its architecture and low temperature, as it is located up in a hill surrounded by nature. The city is a famous for its museums, cultural activities, places for shopping and organization of convents and events. With trails, waterfalls and natural beauties, it also offers great options to be in contact with nature. 

In this tour, the pick-up is at Tiradentes, in order to take them to Petrópolis, where we will visit the city. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Rio de Janeiro. 

Services Included: 

• Excursion: Petrópolis Visit (10 hours approx.). 
• Entrance tickets: Petropolis visit 
• Transport: Hotel Tiradentes – Hotel Rio de Janeiro (private transfer with driver)  
• Local Tour Guide: Spanish/English. 

Subida al Cristo del Corcovado, en Río de Janeiro - Viajeros OcultosOne of the Seven Wonders of the World, the magnificent Christ the Redeemer, the iconic statue on top of Corcovado Hill, Rio’s most famous landmark. The Corcovado Hill is part of the Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world. On the way to its top is the Dona Marta belvedere, from where is possible to see the Maracanâ Loaf. Once at the top of Corcovado Hill, it is possible to admire breath-taking views of Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon and the Botanical Garden. 

Founded in 1808, the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro is one of the most important global research centres in the botanic area and in the conservation of biodiversity. Huge trees decked with orchids contrasting with giant water lilies, bromeliads and tropical foliage make that place a favourite hideaway for nature lovers or for just whoever is seeking peace and tranquillity. The Botanic Garden also houses monuments of historical, artistic and archaeological significance, right at the foot of Corcovado Mountain. 

We start this tour from the hotel after breakfast to visit the most famous landmarks sites of the city and see from above the natural beauty of Rio. After a scenic drive along Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, guests arrive at the bottom of the Corcovado Hill. They embark on a comfortable train that ascends the mountain and get at the statue of Christ the Redeemer, located 2,300 ft above sea level. Once at the top, we will be able to use the panoramic elevators to get the to the foot of the statue, as well as enjoy a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro. After we will go to the botanical garden. 

Services Included: 

• Excursion: Corcovado & Botanical Garden Tour (6 hours approx.). 
• Local Tour Guide: Spanish/English. 
• Transport: Private transport with driver 
• Entrance Fee: Corcovado & Botanical Garden tour 

A driver will be waiting for you at the hotel, to take you to Paraty in a comfortable vehicle with air-conditioning 

Services Included: 

• Transport: Hotel Rio de Janeiro – Paraty (4 hours and 30 minutes approx.) – private & only driver  

The tour consists of a pleasant walk by the historical center with a guide telling interesting stories and legends about the past. It passes by four churches (Nossa Senhora dos Remédios, Santa Rita, Nossa Senhora do Rosário e Nossa Senhora das Dores), Sacred Art Museum, Culture’s House, old houses, and monuments of the eighteenth century. 

Services Included: 

• Excursion: Walking tour around the historic center (1.30 hours approx). 
• Tour Guide: Spanish/English. 

This morning you will be picked up from the hotel and transferred to the airport. 

Services Included: 

• Transport: Hotel – Rio de Janeiro Airport (4.30 hour approx). 

 

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