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10 Days

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Up to 14 days

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8 people

Languages

English, Español, Português

About this activity

In a single 10-day journey, you cross three Brazils: the one of great seaside cities, the one of former capitals steeped in history, and the one of the ancient mountains of the Bahian sertão. From Rio de Janeiro to Salvador, by way of Chapada Diamantina, this is a trip that blends culture, beaches, nature and ancestry, with a rhythm that shifts between urban buzz and the calm of small villages.

You begin in Rio de Janeiro, the Cidade Maravilhosa that was Brazil’s capital for almost two centuries. You rise up Pão de Açúcar and Corcovado, feel the art of the Escadaria Selarón and dive into the energy of one of the most iconic cities in the world. Then you head to Salvador, the country’s first capital and the beating heart of Afro-Brazilian culture. Here, an afro-tourism city tour leads you through the colourful old town of the historic centre, through the ancestry and the traditional knowledge that make this one of the most alive territories in Brazil.

In the heart of Bahia, Chapada Diamantina reveals another face of the country. One of the largest and most breathtaking ranges of hills and plateaus in Brazil, with geological formations around 1.8 billion years old, waterfalls, viewpoints and trails that lose themselves in nature. From Vale do Capão, one of the most welcoming communities in the region, you hike between mountains and rest to the gentle pace of the highlands, far from the bustle of the cities.

More than a fixed route, this is a starting point. Sold on request, the itinerary can be shaped to your travel style: experiences can be swapped, days adjusted, and every traveller finds their own Brazil. A journey with meaning, from the coast to the mountains, with the mindful guidance of Discover Brasil.

Highlights

  • The most iconic landmarks of Rio de Janeiro on a full-day city tour: Pão de Açúcar, Corcovado and Escadaria Selarón.
  • An afro-tourism city tour in Salvador, to experience Afro-Brazilian history and ancestry in the heart of the Pelourinho.
  • The unspoilt nature of Chapada Diamantina, with a hike between viewpoints, mountains and waterfalls from Vale do Capão.
  • Vale do Capão, one of the most welcoming communities in Bahia, where life unfolds surrounded by nature.
  • The Bahian cuisine and the energy of Salvador, one of the liveliest cities in Brazil.
  • Accommodation in charming guesthouses and selected hotels in each territory.
  • A tailor-made itinerary: a starting point you can shape to your travel style, on request.
  • Three Brazilian destinations in a single trip, from the coast to the mountains, with the mindful guidance of Discover Brasil.

Included/Excluded

  • 2 nights in a 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro, in a standard double room.
  • 1 night in a 3-star hotel in Salvador on arrival, in a standard double room.
  • 2 nights in a charming guesthouse in Vale do Capão, Chapada Diamantina, in a standard double room.
  • 2 nights in a 3-star hotel in Salvador on the return, in a standard double room.
  • 7 breakfasts.
  • Full-day city tour in Rio de Janeiro, transport included.
  • Afro-tourism city tour in Salvador.
  • Overnight sleeper coach Salvador to Chapada Diamantina.
  • Overnight sleeper coach Chapada Diamantina to Salvador.
  • Transfer Palmeiras to Vale do Capão, return.
  • Entrance fees and access charges for the scheduled activities.
  • Travel insurance.
  • International flights to/from Brazil.
  • Domestic flight Rio de Janeiro to Salvador (approximately €100).
  • Airport-to-hotel transfer on arrival.
  • Lunches and dinners.
  • Alcoholic drinks.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Items not mentioned.
  • All services not included can be added to the package for an additional fee. Get in touch with us for a tailor-made quote.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrival
    • Arrival at Rio de Janeiro airport and transfer to the hotel.
    • Check-in at the hotel.
    • Rest of the day free to recover from the journey and take in your first taste of the Cidade Maravilhosa at your own pace.
  • Day 2: Full-day city tour
    • 8:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
    • 9:00 AM: Start of the full-day city tour of Rio's main attractions.
    • Ride up Pão de Açúcar by cable car, with views over the baía de Guanabara.
    • Corcovado and the Cristo Redentor, one of the most iconic panoramas in the world.
    • Escadaria Selarón, a work of colourful mosaics in the heart of the Lapa.
    • Passing by the Maracanã (exterior visit), the cathedral and the Sambódromo.
    • Lunch at a local restaurant (not included).
    • Late afternoon return to the hotel and a free evening in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Day 3: Flight to Salvador
    • 8:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
    • Transfer to the airport and domestic flight Rio de Janeiro to Salvador (flight not included).
    • Arrival in Salvador and transfer to the hotel (transfer not included).
    • Check-in at the hotel.
    • Rest of the day free for a first stroll through the city and to relax.
  • Day 4: Salvador and overnight departure
    • Breakfast at the hotel.
    • Free day to discover Salvador at your own pace: the colourful old town, the sea and the energy of the city.
    • In the late afternoon, transfer to the coach station.
    • Board the overnight sleeper coach bound for Chapada Diamantina (approximate duration: 8 hours).
    • Night on board, heading into the heart of Bahia.

  • Day 5: Arrival and hike
    • Arrival in Palmeiras in the morning.
    • Transfer from Palmeiras to Vale do Capão (approximate duration: 40 minutes).
    • Check-in at the charming guesthouse and time to rest.
    • Lunch in Vale do Capão (not included).
    • 2:00 PM: Easy hike with stops at viewpoints, to take in the landscape of mountains, forests and waterfalls that define Chapada Diamantina (approximate duration: 2 hours).
    • Free late afternoon in Vale do Capão, one of the most welcoming communities in the region.
  • Day 6: Free day in Vale do Capão
    • Breakfast at the guesthouse.
    • Free day to explore Vale do Capão at your own pace, discover its trails and waterfalls or simply rest in the midst of nature.
    • Additional activities available in the region, on prior request.
    • Free evening in Vale do Capão.
  • Day 7: Overnight return to Salvador
    • Breakfast at the guesthouse.
    • Morning and early afternoon free for your final moments in Vale do Capão.
    • Transfer from Vale do Capão to Palmeiras (approximate duration: 40 minutes).
    • In the late afternoon, board the overnight sleeper coach bound for Salvador (approximate duration: 8 hours).
    • Night on board, heading back to the coast.

  • Day 8: Afro-tourism city tour
    • Arrival in Salvador in the morning and transfer to the hotel.
    • Check-in at the hotel.
    • Afro-tourism city tour focusing on Afro-Brazilian history and culture, on foot through the historic centre.
    • Discovering the Pelourinho, the ancestry and the expressions that make Salvador one of the most alive territories in Brazil.
    • Lunch at a local restaurant, with the chance to try Bahian cuisine (not included).
    • Free late afternoon.
  • Day 9: Free day in Salvador
    • Breakfast at the hotel.
    • Free day to discover more of the city: its markets, the seafront, the music and the flavours of Bahia.
    • Additional activities available, on prior request.
    • Free evening for one last night out in Salvador.
  • Day 10: Departure
    • Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
    • Transfer to the airport (transfer not included) and the end of the journey, taking with you the real Brazil you discovered.

Frequently asked questions

  • This experience is available on request, subject to confirmation of availability.
  • Minimum booking notice: 30 days.
  • To check availability, the possibility of joining an existing group or other special conditions, get in touch with us.

  • Rio de Janeiro:
    • 2 nights in a 3-star hotel, in a standard double room, with breakfast included.
  • Salvador:
    • 1 night in a 3-star hotel on arrival of this leg (Day 3), in a standard double room, with breakfast included.
    • 2 nights in a 3-star hotel on the return (Days 8 and 9), in a standard double room, with breakfast included.
  • Chapada Diamantina:
    • 2 nights in a charming guesthouse in Vale do Capão, in a standard double room, with breakfast included.
  • On the nights travelling between Salvador and Chapada Diamantina, the journey is made by overnight sleeper coach (see Transportation).
  • Single-room supplement available on request and subject to confirmation of availability.

  • Rio de Janeiro:
    • Full-day city tour of Rio de Janeiro's main attractions, transport included: Pão de Açúcar, Corcovado, Escadaria Selarón, Maracanã (from the outside), the cathedral and the Sambódromo.
  • Between legs:
    • Overnight sleeper coach Salvador to Chapada Diamantina, comfortable and safe (approximate duration: 8 hours).
    • Overnight sleeper coach Chapada Diamantina to Salvador, comfortable and safe (approximate duration: 8 hours).
  • Chapada Diamantina:
    • Transfer Palmeiras to Vale do Capão (approximate duration: 40 minutes).
    • Transfer Vale do Capão to Palmeiras (approximate duration: 40 minutes).
    • Vehicle according to group size: sedan car, 7-seater van or 4x4.
  • Not included:
    • International flights to/from Brazil (can be added for an additional fee).
    • Domestic flight Rio de Janeiro to Salvador (approximately €100).
    • Airport-to-hotel transfer on arrival (can be added for an additional fee).
    • Journeys not mentioned in the programme.
    • All these services can be added to the package for an additional fee. Get in touch with us for a tailor-made quote.

  • Breakfast included at all accommodations (7 breakfasts in total).
  • Lunches and dinners not included, with a wide choice of local restaurants in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and Vale do Capão.
  • Specific dietary requirements catered for with prior notice.

  • Protection and health:
    • High-factor sun cream.
    • Wide-brimmed hat or cap.
    • Sunglasses.
    • Insect repellent.
    • Personal medication.
  • Clothing and footwear:
    • Light, comfortable, quick-drying clothes.
    • Closed, comfortable footwear for walking.
    • Sandals for the city and the guesthouses.
    • A light layer for the evenings in Chapada Diamantina and for the overnight coach.
    • Swimwear.
    • Raincoat or light poncho.
  • Equipment and accessories:
    • Small backpack for day trips.
    • Reusable water bottle.
    • Camera.
    • Neck pillow and comforts for the overnight coach.
  • Documents and payments:
    • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
    • Check whether a visa is required for Brazil depending on your nationality.
    • International credit card.
    • Cash in Reais (BRL) for personal expenses throughout the itinerary.
    • Universal travel adapter (Brazil uses type C and N sockets).

  • Overall level: Easy. The itinerary combines urban and cultural exploration with an easy hike in Chapada Diamantina.
  • Rio de Janeiro (Days 1 and 2): Easy. Full-day city tour with travel by car and short walks at the points of interest.
  • Salvador (Days 3, 8 and 9): Easy. Afro-tourism city tour on foot through the historic centre, on mostly flat ground.
  • Chapada Diamantina (Days 5 to 7): Easy. Hike with viewpoints, approximate duration of 2 hours over uneven terrain.
  • Travel between Salvador and Chapada Diamantina: no physical demand, made by overnight sleeper coach.

  • The activities and attractions planned in this itinerary may be subject to changes or cancellations due to adverse weather conditions, access issues or other operational factors, always with the aim of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the group.
  • The times indicated are approximate and may undergo small adjustments over the course of the trip, respecting the group's pace and local conditions.
  • Trip suitable for all ages. For children under 7, some activities may not be recommended.
  • The itinerary can be personalised according to the profile of the family or group, on prior request with Discover Brasil.

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Bahia, Brazil

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