Tour Overview Discovering Brazil's African traditions, still reminiscent from the days when the city was thriving from the slave trade, the old capital, Salvador is a captivating mix of cultures ready for you to Explore. After taking in the sights you will travel into the Chapada Diamantina National Park where you will find lush forests with mountains rising high above the treeline, underground rivers and caves, and Cachoeira da Fumaca – Brazil's highest waterfall.
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After flying over the beautiful coastline of Bahia in Brazil's north-east, you will arrive in Salvador de Bahia, the first capital of Brazil. Upon arrival you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Bahiacafe Hotel
Bahiacafe Hotel
Bahiacafé Hotel is located near the port in All Saints Bay and is in one of Salvador’s older buildings. Many restaurants and bars are nearby. There’s also a charming bar and a restaurant on-site, and rooms are en-suite with mini-bar.
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City Tour of Salvador
Taking you to some of the highlights of Salvador, you'll be captivated by the city’s extraordinary architecture and historical presence. Starting at Barra's lighthouse, the tour continues up the coastal hills through the squares and narrow cobbled streets, with its colourful colonial buildings, statues, and churches, you arrive at Pelourinho, the heart of the city and the important African-Brazilian Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Pretos Church.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Bahiacafe Hotel Included meals: Breakfast
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Free Day
Today has been left free for you to explore the city at your leisure, you may wish to discover some of the many churches, temples and forts, or relax and soak up the atmosphere in a local café.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Bahiacafe Hotel Included meals: Breakfast
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Transfer to Lençóis
Transferring west from Salvador passing through the flat, dry lands of the Sertao, Brazil's desert interior, you will arrive in the old diamond mining town of Lençóis. The area around the town and the nearby Chapada Diamantina National Park is a green oasis in the dusty outback. Flat-topped mountains rise up suddenly from the flats and the valleys between are covered in lush forests. The afternoon has been left free for you to explore the colourful colonial streets of the town. You may also choose to swim at the beautiful Serrano Falls a short walk from the town centre.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Hotel de Lençois Included meals: Breakfast
Hotel de Lençois
Set within 4 hectares of lush gardens the hotel offers comfortable and individually designed rooms, with en suite, mini-bar and air-conditioning. There is also a pool, bar and restaurant available.
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Explore caves in Chapada Diamantina National Park
This morning you will begin your day with a visit to Iraquara, also known as the City of Caves it is home to some of the most impressive caves and underground rivers in the Chapada Diamantina National Park. Your guide will show you around Lapa Doce cave, pointing out various rock formations and stalagmites, continuing on to Pratinha Farm for lunch and a swim in the crystal clear waters of Pratinha River. From here you will take a short hike to Poço do Diabo Waterfall, and then on to the top of Pai Inácio Mountain for panoramic views just in time for sunset!
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Hotel de Lençois Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Trek to Waterfalls
Take a guided trek to the top of Cachoeira de Fumaca - Smoke Waterfall so named due to the fine mist it creates. Starting at Capão Valley, you will trek along a 2km path that winds up to the flat top of Serra do Sincora, with stunning views across the valley and to the other mountains. Continuing along the flat top of the mountain, you reach Cachoeira da Fumaca, which at 400m is thought to be the highest waterfall in Brazil. After enjoying the impressive views you'll return to your hotel, stopping for a swim in the Riachinho Waterfall along the way.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Hotel de Lençois Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Transfer to Salvador
Today you transfer by bus from Lençóis to Salvador. The afternoon will be at your leisure.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Bahiacafe Hotel Included meals: Breakfast
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