Compare Coast of the Conquerors by SouthAmerica.travel vs Brazil (North): See & Experience it ALL in 13 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours by Charlie The Traveler
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| Duration | 8 days | 13 days |
| Price From | $ 1,715 | $ 3,260 |
| Price Per Day | $ 214 | $ 251 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
Meals are included specifically while lodging in the Amazon rainforest. There is also a lunch included on a delta cruise, specifically on Day 8. We do our best to ensure you are being offered healthy and tasty local cuisine. |
| Description |
On this relaxing Brazil beaches & cultural tour, you are never far from the best beaches in Brazil. Relax on the warm sands of Maceio, Recife, and Olinda while enjoying Brazil's Afro-Brazilian cultural flair. Home to one of the most ethnically diverse populations on earth, Brazil mixes old world charm, new world vitality and African rhythms. Many nations have made a mark on Brazil's soul. Today, these influences are prevalent in everyday life, from the former Dutch colonies in Recife to the most African city in the Americas: Salvador. |
You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all ""FIRST CLASS,"" yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance. Below are just some examples of what you will see, do and have on this tour:
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Day 1: Arrival in salvador
Meet your guide and driver at the Bahia airport and transfer to your hotel. Spend your first day in this beautiful city, the original capital of Brazil, at your leisure. Some of its buildings date back to the 16th century when the city operated a slave market.
Day 2: Salvador city tour
This morning, go on a city tour to explore Salvador da Bahia and learn about the history and culture of the region. Visit the landmarks of the Upper and the Lower Town, including the Barra Lighthouse, the Corredor da Vitória, and the Campo Grande. One highlight of the tour is visiting Pelourinho, Bahia’s historic center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 due to the impeccable state of its colonial buildings.
In the evening you can opt to go on a Bahia by Night excursion and enjoy a traditional local dinner.
Day 3: Praia Do Forte & Turtle Station
Travel north to visit Praia do Forte, the Tamar Project’s Turtle Station. Here, a team of scientists, volunteers, and biologists help preserve the different sea turtle species that inhabit this area of the Atlantic coast. Enjoy some free time and unwind at the beach.
This tour includes lunch at a local restaurant, so be sure to try one of the traditional Brazilian dishes.
Day 4: Transfer to Maceió
Transfer to Maceió, located on the ""Linha Verde,"" the green strip north of Salvador. Here, you are close to the beach and the palm tree forests. The small capital of Alagoas state is modest, yet peaceful, with friendly and warm people. Maceió is one of the most famous beach resorts amongst Brazilians, yet undiscovered by the international crowd.
In the evening, you can enjoy the light breeze of the trade winds during a casual walk along the extensive beach promenade.
Day 5: Maceió Tour
Today’s tour takes you to the beaches of Maceió, including Ponta Verde and Pajuçara. Also, tour the historic center of Jaraguá and learn about the city’s origin as a trading town.
Day 6 JOURNEY TO RECIFE
The scenic journey to Recife takes about 2 1/2 hours. The city was built on land reclaimed from the ocean by the Dutch. Check into your hotel in the beach district and enjoy a stroll along Boa Viagem (""bon voyage"") and see the protected coral reefs.
Day 7: Recife & Olinda City Tour
Go sightseeing through Recife, a city with 39 bridges and 50 canals. Enjoy the elegant colonial baroque architecture and beautiful palm trees in the area.
Next visit Olinda, the original state capital until it was jealously set afire by the Dutch Prince Maurice of Nassau in 1637 to elevate his city, Recife. Olinda sits on hills above Recife, with many esteemed churches under shading palm trees. Recently, it has become an artist's colony.
The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Site, as well as a National Monument. The Dutch government donated funds to help restore the area. After the tour, return to Recife to say Boa Viagem to one of the best beaches Brazil has to offer.
Day 8: Departure from Recife
After breakfast, transfer to the Recife airport to board a flight back home or continue to your next destination in South America.
Day 1: Brazilian Heritage at its Richest
Our tour starts in Salvador. Although many head to Bahia for its tropical coastline and tasty caipirinha drinks, the state’s most popular destination is undoubtedly its capital. Salvador is home to Afro-Brazilian heritage at its richest: deep-fried seafood, festive drum-pounding sounds, mystical religious ceremonies, dance and an artistic form of martial arts called capoeira.
Day 2: The North’s Hangout Hotspot
Today we make a daytrip by boat from Salvador to Morro de São Paulo. We explore this vibrant island by foot, visiting the fort, lighthouse, shops and beaches. Free of cars, Morro de São Paulo is North Brazil’s hangout hotspot. It has a vibe to it which puts everyone there in a good mood.
Day 3: Charming & Colorful Portuguese Architecture, Inviting Music & Authentic Cuisine
Before relocating by flight and then by land to the resort town of Porto de Galinhas, we explore Salvador some more. This historic city is renowned for its crumbling yet nevertheless impressive Portuguese architecture. Salvador serves as Brazil’s second most visited urban destination after Rio de Janeiro. Today we are provided with a guided tour, exploring the sites and landmarks in depth. UNESCO declared the old town a World Heritage Site in 1985. Salvador is one of the oldest colonial cities in the Americas. There is much to see and enjoy: music blasting on the streets, authentic cuisine, charming squares, colorful buildings and more.
Day 4: A Multicolored Sandbar, a Church Planted Right on the Beach, Snorkeling & Splitting the Ocean in 2
As a daytrip from Porto de Galinhas, we head south along the coast. The first stop is a beach called Pontal de Maracaipe. There we see a multicolored sandbar. Next is the beach of Praia dos Carneiros. Its landmark is a historic church located in the middle of a long and sandy beach. Next is the beach of Praia Barra Grande. There we walk along sand which splits the ocean in two. Lastly, we visit a beach called Pontal do Maragogi. There we take a boat ride out to the sea so we can see the natural pools. Snorkeling gear is provided.
Note that some of today’s attractions and activities may need to be removed from the tour should the sea tides not be low enough.
Day 5: Buggy Riding on the Sand, Sailing to Natural Pools & a Colonial City’s Ambiance
Before relocating by flight and then by land to the fishing village of Jericoacoara, we do a couple of fun activities in Porto de Galinhas. We take a sailboat (a.k.a. jangada) to a nearby natural pool as well as go buggy-riding on the beach. Porto de Galinhas has been voted ‘Best Brazilian Beach’ for the eighth time in a row by the readers of Voyage & Tourism magazine.
Before heading to the airport in Recife, we also visit the colonial city of Olinda. Characterized by bright white churches, pastel-colored buildings, historic fountains and cobblestone streets and squares, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is spread across several small hills overlooking Recife. Incidentally, Olinda is one of Brazil’s three best locations to celebrate the world-renowned Carnival, along with Salvador and Rio de Janeiro.
On a side note, would you like to extend this 13-day tour by 3 days so you can visit the island of Fernando de Noronha? There is a direct flight there from Recife. The reason why Fernando de Noronha is not automatically included is because it is more of a ‘special interest’ kind of destination.
Even though there is a handful of attractions which make this island nice, ultimately it is best suited for families looking for relaxation and otherwise for those who like surfing.
Day 6: Lagoons, Beach Clubs, a Romantic Sunset & Nightlife
As an excursion from Jericoacoara by buggy, today we do the so-called ‘east route’ in this specific order: Prea Beach, Lagun Beach Club, Lagoa Paraiso (a.k.a. Paradise Lagoon) and Lagoa do Amancio (a.k.a. Loving Lagoon). In the evening, we walk to the ‘Por-do-Sol’ dune to watch the sunset over the ocean. Later we check out the nightlife. It is quite authentic.
Day 7: Wild Dunes, Sea Horses & a Place Like Nowhere Else on Earth
Leaving Jericoacoara, we are not taken directly to the hotel located in the town of Parnaíba. Instead, we make a lot of fun stops en route. Driving literally along the beach, firstly we are taken to a dock. There we get on a boat and search for sea horses. Next, we take a ferry crossing so we can reach an indescribable place called Mangue. There we see bizarre mangrove formations, swings, hammocks and visitors making crazy poses. After watching people go wild, we go sand boarding and dune bashing. Next, we check out a lagoon called Lagoa de Torta. We later visit Tatajuba Beach (a.k.a. Desert Beach) and then, Camocim Beach. Before reaching Parnaíba, we ride on some more sand dunes and otherwise make a ferry crossing at Coreau River.
Day 8: A Delta Voyage & Plenty of Exotic Coastline
Before relocating from Parnaíba to the town of Barreirinhas, we go on a boat cruise. Lunch is included on today’s tour. Barreirinhas is the gateway into Lençóis Maranhenses. This national park receives as many as 60,000 visitors a year. It includes 70 kilometers (43 miles) of coastline and an interior composed of rolling sand dunes. May through September, the valleys among the dunes are full with freshwater lagoons.
Day 9: A Pilot's View Over a Truly Unique Park & a Dawn to Dusk 4x4 Tour
Our morning starts with a flightseeing tour over sand dunes and lagoons. This just may be our most unforgettable adventure while at Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. The day continues with an adventurous morning-to-sunset 4x4 tour, checking out sand dunes and lagoons. We also have time for swimming. The lagoons in the park are often interconnected with one another, as well as with the rivers which run through the area.
Day 10: Desert Viewpoints by Boat & What an Incredible River
Before relocating by land to the city of Sao Luis, we explore Lençóis Maranhenses National Park some more. We spend the day doing a boat tour. The highlights are the river itself and the desert viewpoints. Few places on Earth can be compared to the unique physical features of this ecofriendly destination.
Day 11: Welcome to the Jungle!
We relocate by flight from Sao Luis to the city of Manaus and then take a drive to our ecolodge. Lodging in a vast rainforest is in itself an experience, as are going on river cruises to see wildlife. We have saved the best for last, meaning spending our final days of this grand tour exploring the Amazon.
Note that virtually all meals are included by the ecolodge during our stay.
Day 12: Being Approached by Pink Dolphins, Spotting Creatures & a Night Cruise
The Amazon is the world’s most renowned rainforest for good reason. The highlights for today are interacting with pink dolphins in their natural habitat and spotting a variety of creatures in the jungle. In the dark night, we take a boat cruise in search of caimans and other wildlife.
Day 13: Our Tour Ends Today After Exploring the Amazon Some More
Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport in Manaus.
