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Olinda at sunset

Northeast Brazil self-drive adventure

13 days from CAD6,800pp
Olinda at sunset
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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:

  • Fully insured vehicle rental
  • All accommodations
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

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  • 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.

    • Olinda, Brazil
      Olinda, Brazil
    • Olinda, Brazil
      Olinda, Brazil
    • Olinda, Brazil
      Olinda, Brazil

  • Free day to explore Olinda at your leisure — the compact historic center is beautifully preserved and easy to explore on foot.

    • Olinda, Brazil
      Olinda, Brazil
    • Olinda, Brazil
      Olinda, Brazil
    • Olinda, Brazil
      Olinda, Brazil

  • 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.

    • Recife, Brazil
      Recife, Brazil
    • Recife, Brazil
      Recife, Brazil
    • Recife, Brazil
      Recife, Brazil

  • At leisure at Praiagogi — a chance to snorkel in natural pools and walk along the pristine beach.

  • Second day at leisure in Praiagogi — you could hire a buggy to explore some other beaches or perhaps arrange fishing or sailing.

  • 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.

    • Penedo, Brazil
      Penedo, Brazil
    • Penedo
      Penedo
    • Penedo
      Penedo

  • Free time to explore the small colonial town of Penedo, with its baroque churches and lively local market.

  • Drive south to Praia do Forte, a coastal town just north of Salvador.

    • Praia do Forte, Brazil
      Praia do Forte, Brazil
    • Praia do Forte, Brazil
      Praia do Forte, Brazil
    • Sapiringha Reserve, Praia do Forte
      Sapiringha Reserve, Praia do Forte

  • At leisure at the beach. Praia do Forte is a good spot for windsurfing.

    • Sapiringha Reserve, Praia do Forte
      Sapiringha Reserve, Praia do Forte
    • Praia do Forte, Brazil
      Praia do Forte, Brazil
    • Praia do Forte, Brazil
      Praia do Forte, Brazil

  • At leisure — there are water sports at the hotel or you could visit the Tamar Turtle project.

    • Praia do Forte, Brazil
      Praia do Forte, Brazil
    • Praia do Forte, Brazil
      Praia do Forte, Brazil
    • Praia do Forte, Brazil
      Praia do Forte, Brazil

  • This morning, drive to Salvador Airport to drop off the car. You will be transferred to your hotel in the historic center, with its vibrant mix of Portuguese and African influences.

    • Salvador, Brazil
      Salvador, Brazil
    • Salvador, Brazil
      Salvador, Brazil
    • Monkey, Bahia, Brazil
      Monkey, Bahia, Brazil

  • 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.

    • Mercado Modelo and docks behind, Salvador
      Mercado Modelo and docks behind, Salvador
    • Salvador Church
      Salvador Church
    • Typical Salvador architecture
      Typical Salvador architecture

  • Private transfer to Salvador Airport for your onward flight.

    • Salvador street
      Salvador street
    • Salvador church
      Salvador church
    • Pelourinho by night, Salvador
      Pelourinho by night, Salvador

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodations, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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When to go

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Recife & Olinda
 
Penedo
 
Praia do Forte
 
Salvador
 

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