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Salvador in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Salvador add the bay. This 2-day itinerary covers the Pelourinho, culture and a Bay of All Saints island cruise — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Pelourinho & culture
  2. 2Day 2: bay islands
  3. 3Schooner cruise
  4. 4Beach time

Day 1: Pelourinho & culture

The old town and Afro-Brazilian heritage.

Day 2: bay islands

A schooner cruise to Frades and Itaparica.

Evening: food & music

Bahian cuisine and live rhythm.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Salvador da Bahia — prices per person.

Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City
Salvador Da Bahia
Private Full-Day Tour - Salvador's Lower & Upper City
5.0(54)·7 horas
desde$130/ pessoa
via Viator
Tour to Frades Island and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador
Salvador Da Bahia
Tour to Frades Island and Itaparica - Departure from Salvador
4.7(60)·10 horas
desde$50/ pessoa
via Viator
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
Salvador Da Bahia
Cultural Night Experience Capoeira, Samba and Drumming
5.0(22)·1 hora
desde$30/ pessoa
via Viator
Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours
Salvador Da Bahia
Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours
5.0(20)·3 horas
desde$75/ pessoa
via Viator
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
Salvador Da Bahia
Schooner Trip Only Ilha dos Frades, Leaving Salvador-Bahia.
4.2(81)·8 horas
desde$39/ pessoa
via Viator
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Capoeira
Salvador Da Bahia
Cultural Treasure of Salvador - Capoeira
5.0(56)·1 hora
desde$43/ pessoa
via Viator
Salvador Walking Tour Through Pelourinho
Salvador Da Bahia
Salvador Walking Tour Through Pelourinho
5.0(117)·2 horas
desde$50/ pessoa
via Viator
Paradise Morro de São Paulo Island Tour from Salvador
Salvador Da Bahia
Paradise Morro de São Paulo Island Tour from Salvador
4.2(30)·10 horas
desde$90/ pessoa
via Viator

Salvador in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Salvador?
Two days covers the Pelourinho and Afro-Brazilian culture on day one, and a Bay of All Saints island cruise on day two — a great mix of heritage and the sea.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Salvador?
The Pelourinho, an Afro-Brazilian culture experience, a Bay of All Saints schooner tour, and Bahian food.
Is the bay schooner tour worth it from Salvador?
Yes — sailing the Bay of All Saints to tropical islands with swimming stops is a relaxing, scenic contrast to the city.

Explore more in Salvador da Bahia

Pelourinho & City TourAfro-Brazilian CultureBay of All Saints & Islands