sightseeing & excursions Salvador
Historical City tour
This visit of the most spectacular historical points of Salvador takes place specially in the Pelourinho. A true immersion in the heart of the history of this country, this visit is not to be missed.
On the way a stop at the Farol da Barra (Barra Lighthouse) offers a panoramic view of the entrance to Baía de Todos os Santos. This lighthouse is built on the foundations of a Portuguese fort that as of the 16th century defends the entrance to the bay.
Continue along the Victoria Corridor, an avenue with trees hundreds of years old that still shelter some imposingly large houses, witness to a history of ostentation.
Arriving in the historical section, stop at Tomé de Souza’s square. From the look-out you can observe the lower city and port, the Mercado Modelo and the Lacerda Elevator. Connecting the 2 parts of the city and allowing access to more than 30000 people a day, this elevator reaches a height of 72 meters. From this point, the rest of the visit’s on foot. Crossing Praça da Sé (Se’s square), a large place recently redesigned, we arrive in Terreiro de Jesus square, surrounded by houses with colonial façades. Visit the Basilicas Cathedral, erected on the site of an ancient 16th century chapel. Visit the São Francisco de Assis Church (1713), considered the best example of Portuguese baroque style and the most magnificent in Brazil. This church is part of a group, which also comprises a monastery, and the Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco (Church of the Third Order of Saint Francis).
Continue discovering the mysteries of the historic centre, walking on the sloping streets. The colored buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries form an architectural group unique to the Americas, classified as World Monument by Unesco.
Full day Praia do Forte
We will drive north through the “Coconut Road” bordered by sand dunes, pristine beaches and mangrove vegetation. Praia do Forte is a small town remnant of fishermen’s vile with picturesque environment with nice stores and good restaurants. The heart of Praia do Forte is the vile where the rustic style of the fishermen is mixed with the entertainment environment and the beauty of the local landscape where all the suntanned bodies congregate, parading in light, colorful clothes, chattering excitedly, and celebrating the exuberant tropical atmosphere. We will visit the TAMAR which is responsible for the preservation of the sea turtles that lay their eggs in the region; Praia do Forte has been the national center for preservation and we will also visit the ruins of one of the oldest Portuguese buildings in Brazil, the Garcia Davila Castle .The castle is an impressive old construction, home of the biggest landlord in Brazil at the colonial time. Recently restored, the castle is at the top of a hill, facing the ocean. We will have lunch in a local restaurant.
By night
We will have dinner on a traditional restaurant, where we will be able to try local specialties. The menu is a rich buffet with a selection of North Brazilian cuisine based on sea food, fish, salads,meat and petit fours.
Folkloric Show presenting traditions, beliefs and dances with a Berimabau Orquestra (a typical string instrument part of the folklore of Bahia):
Capoeira - at the same time a dance and a fight, was brought from Africa by the slaves.
Maculele – similar to Capoeira, performed with pieces of wood and knifes.
Candomblé – the religion originated in Africa and later integrated into Catholicism, amazes with its costumes, dancing and chants. The goddess of the sea, Iemanjá, dressed completely in white will hand out flowers to the guests.
Liberty can create exclusive tours for your passenger, based on his needs. Salvador is an unique destination, heavy on Afro-Brazilian culture and beautiful beaches. There are several unique tours that can be created combining both culture and nature.
