SALVADOR
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During
colonial times, Salvador was
the capital of Brazil. due to the unevenness of its terrain and for strategic
purposes, the city was built in two levels. Salvador is famous for its 365
churches, religious and historical treasures, and also for its beautiful sandy
beaches hugging the coast. The African slaves brought their ‘macumba’
(voodoo) rites to Brazil. Even today, the Candomblé cult is strong in Bahia.
From Christmas through March, the Salvador calendar is full of interesting
events, such as the offerings thrown into the sea during the New Year’s
eve for Iemanjá, the goddess of the waters in the Candomblé rites. Many religious
festivities keep the the people of Salvador in constant move. Famous throughout
Brazil, the ‘Mercado Modelo’, a covered market offers a rare opportunity
for taking your pick among ceramics, leather and wood craft, hand-made hammocks
and embroidered articles.
SERVICES IN SALVADOR
Optional Tours | Incentive Tours | Restaurants
TRANSFER
From the International Airport to hotels, or vice-versa.
| 1 PP | 2 PP | 3 PP | 4/6 PP | 7/10 PP |
| $ 45.90 | $ 23.80 | $ 17.80 | $ 14.50 | $ 15.10 |
Daily at 9:00 AM. Approximate duration: 4 hours.
A
scenic drive through the Upper and Lower City,
the colonial remnants of their cobblestone-paved streets and stucco buildings.
The São Francisco Church, built in grand baroque style and decorated in gold
leaf. This visit includes Carmo Museum and Church and the "Largo do Pelourinho"
(Whipping-Post Square), where slaves were auctioned and punished during Colonial
times. It is now a renovated cultural center.
| SIB | SIB | SIB | SIB | SIB |
| $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 |
Daily at 9:00 AM. Approximate duration: 4 hours.
On the way to the "Senhor do Bonfim" hill and its famous "Senhor do Bonfim" church which houses the "room of miracles" , the tour passes by the Lacerda Lift, the Commercial Association and other interesting sites. Return via the Mont Serrat under which the full panorama of Salvador is spread out, encompassing both the old and the new towns. Before the end of the tour, a visit to the Mercado Modelo, a covered handicraft market with a fine display of silver, leather, wood, straw and other items.
| SIB | SIB | SIB | SIB | SIB |
| $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 | $ 27.70 |
BAHIA'S BEACHES
Daily at 9:00 AM. Approximate duration: 4 hours.
Scenic ride to the "Mirante de Ondina" (Ondina's Hill Lookout Point) with a stop for a panoramic view of the Atlantic Coast of Salvador da Bahia and its beaches. Ride along the coastal line of Salvador da Bahia, among coconut trees, visiting famous beaches such as Amaralina, Itapoã, Pituba. Stop at Lagoa do Abaeté (Abaeté Lagoon) to admire the spectacular contrast of its black waters and its white sands.
Daily at 9:00 AM. Approximate duration: 8 hours.
A leisurely Saveiro (typical schooner) tour of the "Todos os Santos Bay" (All Saints Bay), with a beautiful view of Salvador da Bahia from the sea. Stop at Frades Islands (Monks Island) for swimming, proceeding to Itaparica Island where lunch will be served. Visit to São Lourenço Fortress and Fonte da Bica (Bica Fountain). Late afternoon return to your hotel.
| SIB | SIB | SIB | SIB | SIB |
| $ 48.00 | $ 48.00 | $ 48.00 | $ 48.00 | $ 48.00 |
Daily at 8:30 PM. Approximate duration: 4 hours.
The Bahia folklore and African origins shown in its many facets. Samba dancing. Dinner, with typical spicy Bahia dishes on the menu.
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| $ 50.40 | $ 50.40 | $ 50.40 | $ 50.40 | $ 50.40 |
Bathed by the Atlantic, São Luís shines, dotted with old palaces, is the only brazilian capital that wasn't born from the Portuguese. The french gave it it's name and life, after their king Luís XIII. Thus was born the city of the small porcelain palaces. Then came the Dutch and the Portuguese fighting over its heart. The city of Gonçalves Dias its major poet, rests eternally in love with the sea and the waters of the River São Marcos.