Experience the thrill of Salvador’s Carnival with Blessing Day every Tuesday. These festivities are a great local experience that will make guests spin! Take the tour to the streets where the parades go on from dusk until dawn, and enjoy guided tours to iconic city landmarks like Pelourinho old town.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Tue
Start times
5:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult (ages 11+)
$100
Child (ages 6–10)
$50
Infant (ages 0–5)
Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:32 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Pelourinho Private Tour by Night
Pickup included
Itinerary
Pelourinho
180 min
In the streets of Pelourinho, these musical forms are manifested as a form of resistance, present in the beating of drums and on the faces of each citizen that joins that festivity. After the Catholic Mass celebrated in consonance with elements of religions of African origin in the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of Blacks, in honor of Saint Anthony, the streets of Pelourinho sing and dance in honor of Ogun, who is the African god and patron saint of black liberation army.
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of the Black People
30 min
Opportunity to experience worship in the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of Negros. Catholic church that celebrates Mass in line with elements of religions of African origin.
O Cravinho
Admission included15 min
Try a typical drink from Salvador's historic center, the carnation. Name was given to the rustic bar with various types of cachaça infusions, and snacks.
30 min
One of the squares of Salvador's historic center
30 min
Famous square, where Michael Jackson recorded a clip with Olodum, Salvador's original percussive band.
Praca Terreiro de Jesus
30 min
Explore Terreiro de Jesus, a square of great historical and cultural importance located in the Historic Center of Salvador,
Praca da Se
15 min
Get to know Praça da Sé, inside Pelourinho.
What's included
Included
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
we pick up all clients at hotels or Airbnb address.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
8 reviews
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How it compares in Salvador da Bahia
Starting price $100 is 46% above the typical $69 for tours of similar length in Salvador da Bahia
Excurgo comparison of 263 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum of two adults per booking
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pelourinho Private Tour by Night take?
Pelourinho Private Tour by Night lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Pelourinho Private Tour by Night cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this Salvador da Bahia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $200. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Pelourinho Private Tour by Night run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, starting at 5:00 PM.
How much does Pelourinho Private Tour by Night cost for children?
Children aged 6–10 pay from $50, adults from $100. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Pelourinho Private Tour by Night for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. we pick up all clients at hotels or Airbnb address. Pickup points include Hotel da Bahia by Wish, Catussaba Resort Hotel.
What languages is Pelourinho Private Tour by Night offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Pelourinho Private Tour by Night worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Your Tour Brazil.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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732eileenf
January 30, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Not worth it
Although our guide was very nice, we were underwhelmed with the content and information. It felt more like a babysitting tour for people who are afraid to go out on their own at night. We didn’t get a lot of information regarding the history of the area. Mainly wandered round and listened to drums. The church was packed with tourists and so not an edifying spectacle. People pushing to take videos of other people worshipping is not really my idea of a good time. Guide was also pushy about getting a commission off a jewellery shop I went into on my own.
I think there are probably better value tours to chose.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found our guide to be nice, though we’re sorry the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations.
Our tour is designed to immerse guests in the vibrant energy of the streets, focusing on the **musicality, flavors, and cultural expressions** that make the area unique. As outlined in the tour description, the experience includes **live street music, the opportunity to try local drinks and street food, and attending an Afro-Catholic mass**—a deeply spiritual and cultural moment that is indeed very popular. The presence of other visitors reflects the significance of this event, and while it can get crowded, it remains a unique opportunity to witness a powerful local tradition.
Regarding historical context, our approach prioritizes **a sensory and experiential journey**, allowing guests to absorb the atmosphere firsthand. However, we understand that some visitors may seek more structured historical commentary, and we’ll take your feedback into account to ensure we continue balancing storytelling with immersive experiences.
Lastly, we want to clarify that while our guides may recommend local businesses as part of supporting the community, there is never an obligation to make purchases. We’ll review your feedback internally to ensure our recommendations remain respectful and pressure-free.
We appreciate your perspective and are always looking for ways to enhance our tours. Thank you for joining us, and we hope that, despite your concerns, you were still able to take away something special from the experience.
Your Tour Brazil Team.
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ernestocfpaz
January 10, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Magical tour and magical evening!
Everything excellent! Thanks to the preparation of my guide, I got to know this wonderful neighborhood of Salvador de Bahia in a truly in-depth way and it made me fall more and more in love with this magical city! Well done!
Ernesto Paci
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joseedilsoncandido
August 7, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Unique place
Good bars with pleasant people, several shops with items from the region.
In July several lining shows.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
obrigado por escolher a nossa cidade como destino de ferias, ficamos imensamente felizeses.
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greycell2015
March 14, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
OLD CITY OF BAHIA
Similar to other old cities in the rest of America, with the difference that it has no residents because they were evicted in the late 90s (in a controversial decision) opening ateliers, bars, restaurants, cultural centers and other very enjoyable shops. Must be visited, at least during the day of custody and on Tuesday nights when Olodum acts
1 people found this helpful
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virginia95Argentina
February 7, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour to Pelourinho at night
Excellent services of Your tour Brazil, the ride was very good, Vagner's guide was unbeatable, as well as Junior, the rider. The tour was otherwise interesting since there are street samba bands, many groups with drums, samba rods in different places, I could also attend a stretch of the Afro Catholic Mass in the church Nuestra Sra. del Rosario de los Negroes.
Walk so you don't get lost. I'll be back.
2 people found this helpful
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Adeboye O
September 25, 2016 · via Viator
A thrilling experience to connect...
<p>A thrilling experience to connect with the relatively little-known Black experience in the Americas. It was exciting. There could be no better guide than tour guide Jorge Hage. Connecting with him on the first day and first night for the Pelourinho Tour by Night was a great adventure. He became more of a friend than a guide on an exciting night that took us on a whirlwind of adventure of Salvador by night. We participated in the mass celebrating Blessed Tuesday and from there explored all that the historic center of Pelourinho had to offer. By the time we landed in the Odoya restaurant for dinner, it was mission accomplished. Jorge gave us the insight and knowledge to later strike out on our own for further adventures in the week that proved culturally stimulating and exciting. It's easy to be intimidated by the crowd of strangers milling all over the historical district, but the presence of armed police all over provides that sense of security. At the end of the day, you find out everyone is just out for a night of fun in the wide open center.</p>
1 people found this helpful
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