P
An interesting tour that is a must-do!
Our guide Caroline was charming and showed us Pelourinho on foot and the surroundings of Salvador by car. She told us anecdotes and gave us plenty of tips for the rest of our stay.
Salvador da Bahia City Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $79 / person
- Location
- Salvador da Bahia, Brazil
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- DE, PT, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Mais Bahia Turismo
Description
A charming 4 hour tour in Salvador of Bahia, the first capital of Brazil that has one of the most striking and powerful cultures in the country, influenced by the African people who left cultural heritages in music, food and local religion, you can witness all this force of the Local culture left by the Africans in Pelourinho, highlight point of the tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 17–60)
- $79
- Child (ages 5–10)
- $31
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- $15
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 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
Itinerary
Farol da Barra
Our Salvador Historical tour begins at Barra's Lighthouse, one of the most famous postcards in the city.
Pelourinho
highlight point of the tour, a Walking tour visiting the Historical Center, the famous Pelourinho, with its churches, museums and its rich culture marked by the slavery times. Finally it's time to relax with a breathtaking view from the top of the Lacerda Elevator, overlooking the All Saints Bay, the second largest bay in the world. After catching your breath it's time to try the Lacerda Elavator, built for more than a century, the world's first urban elevator which was also for a long time the largest in the world that will take you down to the lower city to visit the Mercado Modelo, gifts shops for you to carry on a little bit of Bahian joy in your luggage as a souvenir.
What's included
Included
City Centre Hotel pickup and drop-off / Traslado incluso ida e volta de hotéis no centrais
Transport by car, van or bus / Transporte em carro, van ou onibus.
Professional guide / Guia Credenciado
Driver and guide / Guia e Motorista / Guia y Chofer
Private Tour / Tour Privado / Tour Privativo
Walking tour / Parte do passeio a pé / Una parte a pie del tour.
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
10 reviews
How it compares in Salvador da Bahia
- Starting price $79 is 39% below the typical $130 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult (Crianças somente com adultos)
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults (Tarifa de criança válida se acompanhada de dois adultos)
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide (Guia Bilingue)
- A small amount of walking is involved (Boa parte do passeio é a pé)
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 Salvador da Bahia City Tour take?
Salvador da Bahia City Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Salvador da Bahia City Tour cost?
Prices start at $79 per person for this Salvador da Bahia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Salvador da Bahia City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does Salvador da Bahia City Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay from $31, adults from $79.
Can I cancel Salvador da Bahia City Tour 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. Pickup points include Grande Hotel Da Barra, Novotel Salvador Rio Vermelho.
What languages is Salvador da Bahia City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, PT, EN, IT, FR, 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.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult (Crianças somente com adultos) Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults (Tarifa de criança válida se acompanhada de dois adultos)
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Salvador da Bahia City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mais Bahia Turismo.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
P
Great tour of Salvador.
Absolutely wonderful tour. Roberta gave us an excellent tour of Salvador, giving us a full appreciation of the different cultures of the area.
L
Very informative tour!...
Very informative tour! Gustavo included our wishes and adapted the tour so individually to us.
C
Private tour around Salvador de Bahia
Met at the port by Antonilson on time. Traveled part car part walking. Driver excellent navigation of roads. Antonio was so knowledgeable and informative taking us to many places and generally giving us an amazing tour. I would thoroughly recommend him.
A
Visit of Salvador de Bahia
A very good guide (Joao Luis) who knows all the history of Brazil and Salvador of Bahia, he speaks perfect French I recommend it without problems Very rewarding excursion
V
Wonderful tour of Salvador
Our guide, Jose was one of the best! We booked an hour, but he spent 5 with us taking us to every part of the city. It was a combination of driving, stopping at important sites, and walking. Our tour took us full circle around Salvador. Jose was incredibly knowledgeable explaining the history of the city as well as the history of many of the churches and buildings of interest. He was entertaining and offered us options along the way of things to do and see. We did ask for a guide who speaks Portuguese, but as someone learning the language, I was able to understand 95% of what he said. He is learning English so he understands the need to speak slowly. If you have an intermediate level of the language or a fellow traveler who speaks the language ask for this guide! He truly is one of the best.
H
Run down city
City is rundown and the interesting sites are not well maintained. Port is smelly and requires a shuttle to get to the tour bus. Part of the tour requires another shuttle ride. So you have 4 shuttle rides and two bus rides.
C
Great day in Salvador.
Ronaldo is an experienced local tour guide who is passionate about his city. He showed us many parts of the city we would never have seen on our own. He knew all of the pretty picture points. His knowledge of the city and his English were both excellent. We would certainly tour with him again.
P
Great guide. Gotvyo very...
Great guide. Gotvyo very interesting places and hugely informative about his city. Most enjoyable day.
R
Better than any cruise ship excursion
Our tour guide picked us up just outside the cruise terminal. He was very informative and knowledgeable, with a very happy and friendly personality and perfect English. He took us to places the big crowds from the cruise line shore excursions did not go. A small group tour is always better because you could hear the commentary from the guide and he was able to answer any questions and you never have the feeling of getting hurried along.
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