Tour highlights
Explore the cobbled streets, churches and artisan shops of Olinda.
Spend an evening in Salvador to enjoy its lively atmosphere.
Relax on some of Brazil's most deserted and stunning beaches.
Price includes
Itinerary idea in detail
Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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International outbound flight , Recife , Recife & Olinda
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Recife. Arrive in Recife at any time today. You will be met at the airport and driven to your hotel in the nearby colonial gem of Olinda.
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Free day to explore Olinda at your own leisure — the compact historic centre is beautifully preserved and easy to explore on foot.
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Recife , Praiagogi
Today begin your self-drive adventure. Transfer to Recife to collect your car and take an easy, scenic drive down the coast to the unspoiled beach hideaway at Praiagogi.
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Praiagogi
At leisure at Praiagogi — a chance to snorkel in natural pools and walk along the pristine beach.
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Praiagogi
Second day at leisure in Praiagogi — you could hire a buggy to explore some other beaches, or perhaps arrange fishing or sailing.
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Praiagogi , Penedo
Today you will drive about 300 km (185 miles) to Penedo, stopping as often as you like en route to enjoy the scenery and sample some local cuisine.
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Free time to explore the small colonial town of Penedo, with its baroque churches and lively local market.
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Drive south to Praia do Forte, a coastal town just north of Salvador.
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At leisure at the beach. Praia do Forte is a good spot for windsurfing.
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At leisure — there are water sports at the hotel or you could visit the Tamar Turtle project.
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This morning drive to Salvador airport to drop off the car. You will be transferred to your hotel in the historic centre, with its vibrant mix of Portuguese and African influences.
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Today you will have a private guided tour of Salvador's highlights including a visit to the All Saints Bay and the resplendent Baroque church of São Francisco.
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Salvador , International return flight
Private transfer to Salvador airport for your onward flight.
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International return flight
Arrive home today to complete your journey.
- Recife
- Recife & Olinda
- Recife
- Praiagogi
- Penedo
- Praia do Forte
- Salvador
Contact a specialist
The specialist who designs your trip to Brazil will have explored the country many times and, in some cases, lived there. Their first-hand knowledge gives us the belief that no other travel company can match our expertise in helping you plan your trip. Your dedicated specialist will take the time to understand your preferences and build them into an itinerary to match, working to your budget. He or she will keep perfecting it until you’re completely happy and ready to book.
When to go
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